Intel Core 5 120HL vs Intel Core 5 213PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear performance advantage for the Intel Core 5 213PE across every benchmark category where measurements exist. The 213PE achieves an average benchmark score of 35428, while the 120HL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This absence of data for the 120HL means the comparison relies entirely on the 213PE's measured results and the architectural specifications of both processors.

The 213PE's Cinebench results demonstrate strong multi-threaded capability. It scores 2264 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 9436 in R20 multi-core, and 22468 in R23 multi-core. Single-core performance follows a similar pattern, with scores of 319 in R15, 1332 in R20, and 3172 in R23. These figures place the 213PE at the 85th percentile among all CPUs in the database, a substantial position that reflects its competitive standing.

The Passmark suite reinforces this picture. The 213PE delivers 26434 in multithread performance, 4060 in single-thread performance, 92089 in integer math, 68587 in floating-point math, and 19565 in extended instructions. Data compression reaches 298804, while data encryption scores 15916. Random string sorting completes at 32027, and find prime numbers registers 114. Physics processing scores 1624.

The nearest rivals for the 213PE confirm its positioning. The Intel Core i7-13700T averages 35403, which is 0.1% behind the 213PE. The Intel Core i7-12700KF averages 35365, a 0.2% deficit. The Intel Core i5-13600T scores 35305, trailing by 0.3%. The Intel Core i7-12700K averages 35287, 0.4% lower. These margins are narrow, indicating the 213PE sits in a tightly contested performance tier.

For the 120HL, the database lists no benchmark scores and no nearest rivals. Its percentile ranking of 50 places it at the midpoint of all CPUs, but without measured results, the head-to-head comparison cannot quantify its wins. The wins counter shows 0 for the 120HL and 0 for the 213PE, reflecting the absence of direct head-to-head benchmark entries.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying designs. The 120HL uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-PS, belonging to the Core 5 generation under that family. The 213PE uses Bartlett Lake architecture with the codename Bartlett Lake, under the Core 5 generation for that family. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, but the architectural implementations differ.

Core counts present a notable distinction. The 120HL packs 12 cores and 16 threads, while the 213PE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. This means the 120HL has 50% more physical cores, but both processors expose the same thread count, implying the 213PE relies on hyper-threading across all its cores while the 120HL's thread distribution differs.

Clock speeds favor the 213PE. Its base clock runs at 2.70 GHz compared to the 120HL's 2.60 GHz. The boost clock shows a larger gap: the 213PE reaches 5.20 GHz, while the 120HL tops out at 4.70 GHz. The 213PE's 500 MHz boost advantage gives it a significant single-thread ceiling.

Cache configurations also differ. Both share 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache, however, favors the 213PE with 24 MB shared, compared to the 120HL's 18 MB shared. This 6 MB difference provides the 213PE with more last-level cache capacity for data-intensive workloads.

Memory support matches on both: DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel. The 213PE adds a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, a figure not listed for the 120HL. ECC memory support distinguishes them further: the 213PE supports ECC, while the 120HL does not.

PCIe capabilities differ substantially. The 120HL offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The 213PE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This represents a generational jump in both bandwidth and lane count.

Integrated graphics diverge as well. The 120HL carries Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. The 213PE uses UHD Graphics 730, a more modest integrated solution.

Thermal design power differs, with the 120HL rated at 45 watts and the 213PE at 65 watts. The 213PE consumes more power, consistent with its higher clock speeds and larger cache.

Both processors use Intel Socket 1700 and are classified as desktop market segments. Both are active in production. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates show the 120HL arriving earlier, with the 213PE following later.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more physical cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 120HL has 12 cores, while the Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores. Both support 16 threads.

Q: What is the maximum boost clock for each processor?

A: The 120HL boosts to 4.70 GHz, and the 213PE boosts to 5.20 GHz.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare between the two?

A: The 120HL has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, and the 213PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The 213PE supports ECC memory, but the 120HL does not.

Q: What PCIe generations do they support?

A: The 120HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes, and the 213PE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Q: What are their thermal design power ratings?

A: The 120HL is rated at 45 watts, and the 213PE is rated at 65 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The 213PE has an average benchmark score of 35428. The 120HL has no recorded average benchmark score in the database.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 5 213PE is the stronger performer in every measurable category. Its benchmark scores place it at the 85th percentile, with an average score of 35428. The 120HL sits at the 50th percentile but lacks any recorded benchmark results, making direct performance verification impossible from the database.

The 213PE's advantages are structural as well as measured. It offers a higher boost clock by 500 MHz, 6 MB more L3 cache, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with double the lanes, and a higher recorded memory bandwidth. These features align with its higher thermal design power of 65 watts compared to the 120HL's 45 watts.

The 120HL's sole advantages lie in core count, with 12 cores versus 8, and its integrated graphics solution, which uses the more capable Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. The 120HL also carries a lower thermal design power, which may suit power-constrained environments.

For pure performance, the 213PE is the clear choice based on available data. Its nearest rivals, all within 0.4% of its average score, confirm it competes at a high level. The 120HL, without benchmark scores, cannot substantiate a performance claim.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ:

| Specification | Intel Core 5 120HL | Intel Core 5 213PE |

|----------------|-------------------|-------------------|

| Cores | 12 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Not specified |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-PS | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Core 5 (Raptor Lake-PS) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| L3 Cache | 18 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not specified | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 8 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release Date | 2024-04-07 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | $279 | $221 |

| Part Number | SRPFR | SA4QG |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PE wins in performance-critical scenarios. Its benchmark scores cover multi-threaded rendering, single-threaded responsiveness, and varied Passmark workloads. The 213PE's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz provides an edge in tasks that scale with single-thread speed, such as legacy applications and lightly threaded workloads. Its larger 24 MB L3 cache benefits data-heavy operations where repeated access to working sets occurs. The 213PE also wins in connectivity and reliability contexts, offering PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes and ECC memory support, which matter for workstations handling large datasets or running memory-intensive computations where error correction is necessary.

The Intel Core 5 120HL wins in scenarios where core count matters more than clock speed. Its 12 cores versus 8 provide a theoretical advantage in workloads that scale linearly with core count, though the 213PE's 16 threads match the 120HL's 16 threads, mitigating this advantage. The 120HL also wins in power-constrained environments due to its 45 watt thermal design power, making it suitable for compact systems with limited cooling. Its Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units offers a more capable integrated graphics solution, benefiting systems that rely on the iGPU for display output or light media tasks without a discrete graphics card.

For memory bandwidth, the 213PE records a specific figure of 76.8 GB/s, while the 120HL has no recorded value, giving the 213PE a measurable win in that category. The 213PE also wins on launch MSRP, listed at $221 versus the 120HL's $279, though pricing considerations fall outside the scope of performance analysis.

The 213PE's percentile ranking at 85 versus the 120HL's 50 indicates a substantial gap in overall database standing. The 213PE's nearest rivals, all within 0.4% of its average score, show it trades blows with high-tier processors like the Core i7-12700K and Core i7-13700T. The 120HL has no such comparative data, leaving its competitive position unquantified.