Intel Core 5 130UL vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains a full benchmark suite for the Intel Core 7 251TE, but the Intel Core 5 130UL has no benchmark entries in the database. This makes a direct score-for-score comparison impossible. However, the available measurements for the Core 7 251TE can be analyzed on their own, and the Core 5 130UL's architectural position can be understood through its core count, clock speeds, and cache configuration.

The Core 7 251TE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25518 and a single-core score of 3602. The single-core result places it in a strong position for lightly threaded workloads, while the multi-core figure reflects its 24-core, 32-thread configuration. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score drops to 10717, and the single-core score is 1512. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 2572 multi-core and 362 single-core.

PassMark results for the Core 7 251TE show a multi-thread score of 30022 and a single-thread score of 3568 (listed twice in the database with identical values). Integer math reaches 125739, floating point math reaches 85607, and extended instructions score 16974. Data compression scores 334399, while data encryption scores 22176. Random string sorting produces 39643, and the physics test yields 1938. Find prime numbers is the weakest result at 140.

The Core 7 251TE sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41650. Its nearest rivals are closely grouped: the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H scores 41621 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 41576 (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i7-12850HX scores 41779 (0.3% ahead). The Intel Core i7-14700T scores 41914, which is 0.6% ahead. These deltas are all under one percent, indicating that the Core 7 251TE performs essentially on par with this cluster of processors.

Where Each One Wins

For the Core 7 251TE, the data clearly favors multi-core and throughput-oriented tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25518 is more than seven times the single-core score of 3602, a ratio that highlights the advantage of having 24 cores and 32 threads available. The PassMark multi-thread score of 30022 versus single-thread 3568 shows a similar pattern, roughly 8.4 times higher. Integer math (125739) and floating point math (85607) both demonstrate strong sustained compute capability across many threads.

The Core 7 251TE also shows strength in memory-intensive operations. Data compression at 334399 and random string sorting at 39643 indicate that the memory subsystem, with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, handles data movement efficiently. The extended instructions score of 16974 suggests solid SIMD and vector processing performance. The physics score of 1938 is comparatively modest, and the prime number search at 140 is clearly a weak point, likely reflecting the nature of that specific workload rather than a general deficiency.

The Core 5 130UL has no benchmark data recorded, so no wins can be attributed to it from measurements. Its configuration suggests a different role: 10 cores, 12 threads, a base clock of 1.60 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The lower core count and 15 W TDP point toward efficiency-oriented operation. The higher base clock relative to the Core 7 251TE's 1.40 GHz could provide an advantage in short, lightly threaded bursts, but no benchmark confirms this.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families. The Core 5 130UL uses Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-PS codename, while the Core 7 251TE uses Bartlett Lake. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, and both use the Intel Socket 1700.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 130UL has 10 cores and 12 threads, while the Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads. This indicates a hybrid core arrangement in both cases, where not every core contributes an additional thread, though the exact performance-core versus efficiency-core split is not specified in the database.

Cache hierarchies share the same per-core structure: 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core on both processors. The L3 cache differs significantly, with the Core 5 130UL featuring 12 MB shared and the Core 7 251TE featuring 36 MB shared. The larger L3 on the Core 7 251TE aligns with its higher core count and provides more shared data capacity for multi-threaded workloads.

The integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 130UL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units, while the Core 7 251TE uses UHD Graphics 770. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, but the Core 7 251TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core 5 130UL has no bandwidth figure listed.

PCI Express support also differs. The Core 5 130UL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 7 251TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Core 7 251TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 5 130UL does not.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields. Core counts: 10 versus 24. Threads: 12 versus 32. Base clock: 1.60 GHz versus 1.40 GHz. Boost clock: 4.70 GHz versus 5.40 GHz. TDP: 15 W versus 45 W.

L3 cache: 12 MB shared versus 36 MB shared. Memory bandwidth: not recorded for the Core 5 130UL, versus 89.6 GB/s for the Core 7 251TE. ECC support: false versus true. PCIe generation and lanes: Gen 4 with 8 lanes versus Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Integrated graphics: Iris Xe Graphics 80EU versus UHD Graphics 770. Die size: not recorded for the Core 5 130UL, versus 215 mm² for the Core 7 251TE. Release dates: the Core 5 130UL launched on 2024-04-07, while the Core 7 251TE launched on 2025-01-12.

The Core 5 130UL has no launch MSRP recorded, while the Core 7 251TE has a launch MSRP of $384. The Core 7 251TE also has a recorded part number (SRQAXQ5ZG), while the Core 5 130UL's part number is listed as unknown. Both processors have locked multipliers, and both are classified as desktop market segments with active production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 5 130UL has 10 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Core 7 251TE boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Core 5 130UL boosts to 4.70 GHz, a difference of 0.7 GHz in favor of the Core 7 251TE.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Core 5 130UL has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 7 251TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. However, the Core 7 251TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core 5 130UL has no bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core 7 251TE supports ECC memory, while the Core 5 130UL does not.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Core 5 130UL has a TDP of 15 W, while the Core 7 251TE has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Where does the Core 7 251TE rank among all CPUs?

A: The Core 7 251TE sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41650.

The Verdict

The database contains complete benchmark measurements for the Intel Core 7 251TE but none for the Intel Core 5 130UL. Any selection between these two processors must therefore be based on the available specifications and the measured performance of the Core 7 251TE.

The Core 7 251TE is the clear performance choice based on its recorded results. A Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25518, a PassMark multi-thread score of 30022, and an 88th percentile ranking demonstrate substantial multi-threaded capability. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth all support heavy parallel workloads. The 5.40 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3602 also indicate strong single-thread performance, placing it in the upper tier of the database.

The Core 5 130UL, with 10 cores, 12 threads, 12 MB of L3 cache, and a 15 W TDP, occupies a different position. Its lower TDP suggests a focus on power efficiency, and its higher base clock of 1.60 GHz versus 1.40 GHz could matter for latency-sensitive single-threaded tasks. But without benchmark data, no measured performance can be attributed to it.

For users prioritizing raw compute throughput, the Core 7 251TE is the only option with supporting data, and that data is strong. For users prioritizing low power consumption and a smaller core footprint, the Core 5 130UL has the specifications to fit that role, though its actual performance remains unverified. The Core 7 251TE also adds ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and a larger L3 cache, making it the more feature-complete processor in almost every measurable category.