Intel Core 5 120UL vs Intel Core 5 223PTE Comparison

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core 5 120UL and the Intel Core 5 223PTE. The head-to-head comparison field is empty, and neither processor has recorded wins against the other in any shared test suite. This absence of direct comparative data means the analysis must rely on the individual benchmark scores recorded for the Core 5 120UL and the architectural specifications listed for both parts.

For the Core 5 120UL, the recorded Cinebench results show a multicore score of 904 in R15, 3769 in R20, and 8974 in R23. Its single-core scores are 127 in R15, 531 in R20, and 1266 in R23. Passmark results include 109090 in data compression, 7685 in data encryption, 5203 in extended instructions, 47 in find prime numbers, 26311 in floating point math, 38060 in integer math, 10558 in multithread, 807 in physics, 13610 in random string sorting, and 2080 in both single thread and singlethread tests. The Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so no direct numerical comparison is possible.

The average benchmark score for the Core 5 120UL is 13594, placing it at the 68th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-12100F with an average score of 13494 and a delta of 0.7 percent, the Intel Core 3 N355 with 13492 and a delta of 0.8 percent, the Intel Core i5-9500 with 13452 and a delta of 1.1 percent, and the Intel Core 3 304 with 13745 and a delta of -1.1 percent. These deltas indicate the Core 5 120UL sits within roughly one percent of its closest competitors, with the Core 3 304 slightly ahead. The Core 5 223PTE holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero, reflecting the absence of recorded data.

# Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying designs despite sharing the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The Core 5 120UL uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, while the Core 5 223PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with no architecture field specified in the database. Both are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node, and both are produced at Intel foundries.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 120UL has 10 cores and 12 threads, while the Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads. This means the 120UL has more physical cores but fewer threads, while the 223PTE has fewer cores but more threads, indicating a different threading approach. The 120UL operates with a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the 223PTE runs at 2.30 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost, giving the latter higher clock speeds in both metrics.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both processors share an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core on the 120UL versus 2 MB per core on the 223PTE. The L3 cache is 12 MB shared on the 120UL versus 24 MB shared on the 223PTE, doubling the total L3 capacity on the newer part. Memory support is identical in terms of DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility with dual-channel bus, but the 223PTE lists a memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s while the 120UL has no bandwidth figure recorded. ECC memory support differs as well: the 120UL does not support ECC, while the 223PTE does.

PCIe capabilities separate the two clearly. The 120UL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the 223PTE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics differ as the 120UL uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, while the 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770. Power envelopes are distinct with the 120UL rated at 15 W TDP and the 223PTE at 45 W TDP. The 223PTE has a known part number (SA4QL) and a launch MSRP of $232, while the 120UL has no recorded part number or launch MSRP. Release dates place the 120UL in 2024-04-07 and the 223PTE in 2026-03-08, a gap of nearly two years.

# Where Each One Wins

Without direct head-to-head benchmarks, the wins must be inferred from specifications and the recorded performance of the Core 5 120UL. The Core 5 120UL shows strength in multi-threaded workloads based on its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8974 and Passmark multithread score of 10558. Its 10 cores provide a physical core advantage that likely benefits heavily parallel tasks that scale with core count rather than thread count. The 68th percentile ranking and average score of 13594, competitive with the Core i3-12100F and Core i5-9500, suggest it handles general desktop workloads effectively. The 15 W TDP indicates efficiency-oriented operation, making it suitable for thermally constrained environments where power draw matters more than peak performance.

The Core 5 223PTE wins on raw clock speed specifications. Its 5.40 GHz boost clock exceeds the 120UL's 4.60 GHz boost by a wide margin, which typically translates to faster single-thread responsiveness. The 16 threads from 8 cores with hyperthreading provide strong thread-level parallelism despite fewer physical cores. The doubled L3 cache at 24 MB and larger per-core L2 cache at 2 MB could benefit workloads with large working sets or frequent data reuse. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figure, absent for the 120UL, indicates a wider memory pipeline. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes offers substantially more I/O bandwidth than Gen 4 with 8 lanes, favoring the 223PTE for storage and expansion card scenarios. ECC support adds reliability for data-sensitive applications. The 45 W TDP gives the 223PTE more headroom for sustained performance under load.

The 120UL's integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU likely offers better GPU compute capabilities than the UHD Graphics 770 on the 223PTE, though no benchmark scores exist to confirm this. The 120UL's lower TDP and earlier release date suggest it targets efficiency-focused desktop builds, while the 223PTE's higher clocks, larger cache, newer PCIe standard, and ECC support position it for performance-oriented workloads.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 120UL has 10 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Core 5 120UL runs at 1.30 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. The Core 5 223PTE runs at 2.30 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both have 80 KB L1 per core. The L2 is 1.25 MB per core on the 120UL versus 2 MB per core on the 223PTE. The L3 is 12 MB shared on the 120UL versus 24 MB shared on the 223PTE.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Core 5 120UL does not support ECC memory. The Core 5 223PTE supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the PCIe difference?

A: The Core 5 120UL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Core 5 223PTE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: The Core 5 120UL has a 15 W TDP. The Core 5 223PTE has a 45 W TDP.

# The Verdict

The recorded data shows the Core 5 120UL as a measured performer with a 68th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 13594, while the Core 5 223PTE has no benchmark scores and sits at the 50th percentile by default. This makes direct performance verdicts impossible. What the specifications indicate is a clear division of purpose.

The Core 5 120UL delivers 10 cores with a modest 15 W TDP, integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, and PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes. Its benchmark results show competence in multi-threaded tasks, with the R23 multicore score of 8974 and Passmark multithread score of 10558. Users needing efficient desktop processing with lower power draw and capable integrated graphics would find the 120UL's profile fitting. The fact that its closest rival, the Core i3-12100F, scores only 0.7 percent higher on average confirms the 120UL holds its own among similar desktop parts.

The Core 5 223PTE targets a different segment entirely. Its 5.40 GHz boost clock, 16 threads, 24 MB L3 cache, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and ECC support point toward workloads that demand high single-thread speed, large data throughput, and memory reliability. The 45 W TDP and 2026 release date suggest a newer design built for more demanding desktop applications. The launch MSRP of $232 positions it as a mainstream part, though pricing comparisons are not possible given the 120UL has no recorded launch MSRP.

The choice between these processors depends on whether the priority is measured efficiency with proven benchmark results or raw specification headroom with unverified performance. The 120UL offers validated scores and a competitive position among its peers. The 223PTE offers architectural advantages on paper, but the database contains no recorded evidence of how those translate into actual performance. For users who require ECC support, PCIe Gen 5 bandwidth, or the highest possible boost clock, the 223PTE is the only option between these two. For users who want a processor with documented benchmark performance and lower power consumption, the 120UL stands as the measured choice.

# Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 120UL | Intel Core 5 223PTE |

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

| Codename | Raptor Lake-PS | Bartlett Lake |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 1.30 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 45 W |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not specified | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU | UHD Graphics 770 |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $232 |

| Part Number | Unknown | SA4QL |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 68 | 50 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 13594 | 0 |