Intel Core 5 120HL vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database currently contains no recorded head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core 5 120HL and the Intel Core i5-14501TE. Both processors hold an identical percentile rank of 50 against all CPUs in the database, and neither has an average benchmark score recorded. With no direct measurement data available, the comparison must rely entirely on the architectural and specification differences documented in the database.

The absence of benchmark scores is notable. Neither processor shows wins in any benchmark category, and the head-to-head table is empty. This means the data does not yet indicate which chip delivers higher multi-threaded throughput, faster single-core response, or better integrated graphics performance in real-world workloads. Without measured results, the analysis below draws exclusively from the recorded specifications, which do provide meaningful distinctions in core counts, cache layouts, PCIe capabilities, and memory features.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture family and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. However, they diverge in their specific codenames and generations. The Core 5 120HL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, while the Core i5-14501TE uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation.

The core and thread configurations differ substantially. The Core 5 120HL contains 12 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14501TE contains 6 cores and 12 threads. This gives the 120HL a 6-core advantage in raw core count, though the i5-14501TE has a higher thread-per-core ratio, indicating the use of hyper-threading on all cores whereas the 120HL's thread count suggests a hybrid configuration where some cores do not contribute additional threads.

Clock speeds favor the i5-14501TE. The 120HL has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i5-14501TE has a lower base clock of 2.20 GHz but a significantly higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz. This 0.40 GHz boost advantage for the i5-14501TE suggests stronger peak single-core performance potential, while the 120HL's higher base clock indicates better sustained performance at lower load levels.

Cache hierarchies differ in both L2 and L3 allocations. The 120HL provides 2 MB of L2 cache per core, while the i5-14501TE provides 1.25 MB per core. However, the i5-14501TE has a larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB compared to the 120HL's 18 MB. Both share the same 80 KB per-core L1 cache. The i5-14501TE also has a documented die size of 215 mm², while the 120HL has no die size recorded.

The integrated graphics solutions differ. The 120HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units, while the i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770. This indicates the 120HL carries a more capable integrated GPU for graphics-intensive tasks, while the i5-14501TE's UHD Graphics 770 is a more conventional desktop solution.

PCIe capabilities show a clear generation split. The 120HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the i5-14501TE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives the i5-14501TE both a newer PCIe generation and double the lane count, which is significant for discrete GPU and NVMe storage connectivity.

Memory support is identical in type and bus width: both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The key difference lies in ECC support. The i5-14501TE supports ECC memory, while the 120HL does not. This makes the i5-14501TE more suitable for error-sensitive workloads such as data processing and server-like applications.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded specifications, the Core 5 120HL demonstrates advantages in core count, L2 cache per core, base clock speed, and integrated graphics capability. The 12-core configuration with 16 threads provides greater parallel processing capacity for multi-threaded workloads such as video rendering, compilation, and simulation tasks. The 2 MB per-core L2 cache may improve performance in workloads with high data locality, and the 80 EU Iris Xe Graphics delivers a stronger integrated graphics experience for light gaming, media encoding, and display workloads without a discrete GPU.

The Core i5-14501TE counters with advantages in boost clock speed, L3 cache capacity, PCIe connectivity, and ECC memory support. The 5.10 GHz boost clock gives it a theoretical edge in single-threaded and lightly-threaded applications where peak frequency matters, such as legacy software, certain database queries, and interactive workloads. The larger 24 MB L3 cache benefits workloads that repeatedly access a large working set, and the PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes provides headroom for high-bandwidth expansion cards and storage devices. ECC memory support makes it the only choice between these two for systems requiring data integrity guarantees in professional or server environments.

The die size difference also implies the i5-14501TE uses a physically larger chip, which may correlate with additional integrated components, though the database does not specify what those components are.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors in the database:

• Series: The i5-14501TE belongs to Core 14th Gen; the 120HL has no series listed.
• Generation: Core 5 (Raptor Lake-PS) versus Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh).
• Codename: Raptor Lake-PS versus Raptor Lake-R.
• Cores: 12 versus 6.
• Threads: 16 versus 12.
• Base Clock: 2.60 GHz versus 2.20 GHz.
• Boost Clock: 4.70 GHz versus 5.10 GHz.
• Die Size: No data versus 215 mm².
• L2 Cache: 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: 18 MB shared versus 24 MB shared.
• ECC Memory Support: False versus True.
• PCIe: Gen 4, 8 lanes versus Gen 5, 16 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: Iris Xe Graphics 80EU versus UHD Graphics 770.
• Launch MSRP: $279 versus no launch MSRP recorded.
• Part Number: SRPFR versus Q49KSRNJN.
• Release Date: 2024-04-07 versus 2024-06-30.

Both processors share the same socket (Intel Socket 1700), TDP (45 watts), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and locked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 120HL has 12 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The 120HL provides double the core count.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is 0.40 GHz higher than the Core 5 120HL's 4.70 GHz boost clock.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. However, the i5-14501TE additionally supports ECC memory, while the 120HL does not.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, whereas the Core 5 120HL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Q: What integrated graphics do these processors use?

A: The Core 5 120HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units, while the Core i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: When was each processor released?

A: The Core 5 120HL was released on 2024-04-07, and the Core i5-14501TE was released on 2024-06-30.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Core 5 120HL?

A: The launch MSRP is $279. The i5-14501TE has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

The Verdict

The data shows two Raptor Lake processors with opposing design priorities. The Intel Core 5 120HL is built for parallel throughput and integrated graphics capability. Its 12 cores, 16 threads, higher base clock, and Iris Xe Graphics with 80 EUs make it the stronger choice for multi-threaded applications and systems that rely on the integrated GPU for display output or media acceleration. The 2 MB per-core L2 cache and 18 MB L3 cache provide respectable cache resources, and the $279 launch MSRP gives it a documented reference price.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE is positioned for peak frequency and platform flexibility. Its 5.10 GHz boost clock, 24 MB L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and ECC memory support make it the better option for single-threaded performance, high-bandwidth expansion, and error-tolerant computing environments. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration is more modest, but the larger L3 cache and newer PCIe generation indicate a focus on responsiveness and connectivity rather than raw core count.

For users prioritizing multi-core workloads and integrated graphics performance, the 120HL is the logical selection from the recorded data. For users needing ECC memory, maximum boost frequency, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, the i5-14501TE is the only candidate between the two. Neither processor shows a recorded benchmark advantage, so the choice rests entirely on these specification-level differences. The data leaves open the question of how the 12-core configuration performs against the higher-clocked 6-core part in real applications, which only future benchmark recordings can answer.