Intel Core 5 210H vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward split between two Intel Core 5 processors with distinct design goals. The Intel Core 5 210H, a mobile Raptor Lake Refresh part, has a full benchmark record and sits at the 77th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, the Intel Core i7-13620H, AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, Intel Core i7-11850H, and AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, all score within a narrow band of 24,822 to 24,964, meaning the 210H is statistically level with that group, trailing by 0.2% to 0.4% or leading by 0.2% depending on the comparison.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its percentile rank of 50 and average benchmark score of 0 reflect an absence of measurement data, not a performance deficiency. The verdict for this comparison is therefore conditional: the 210H is the only part with verified performance, while the 223PQE can only be assessed through its architectural specifications.

For users who need a proven mobile processor with measured multi-threaded and single-threaded results, the Core 5 210H is the choice. For desktop builders who prioritize raw clock speeds, larger L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 lane count, ECC memory support, and higher TDP headroom, the Core 5 223PQE offers a specification sheet that suggests higher performance, though no benchmark data confirms it. The 210H launches at $342 MSRP, while the 223PQE has a $319 launch MSRP, but the pricing difference is secondary to the fact that one part has measurable results and the other does not.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 210H wins in every category where actual test scores exist. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,830 and single-core score of 1,771 demonstrate balanced throughput. The PassMark suite shows strength across integer math (61,503), floating-point math (45,057), and extended instructions (13,370). Data compression reaches 217,805, while encryption hits 12,187. The multi-thread score of 18,252 and single-thread score of 3,539 round out a complete performance profile.

The Core 5 223PQE wins on paper in several architectural areas. Its base clock of 4.00 GHz and boost clock of 5.50 GHz exceed the 210H's 2.20 GHz and 4.80 GHz respectively. The 223PQE also supports 16 threads versus 12, has 24 MB of shared L3 cache versus 12 MB, and provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes compared to 8. Its memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s, a figure absent for the 210H. ECC memory support is present on the 223PQE and absent on the 210H.

The 210H wins in portability and efficiency. Its 45 W TDP is substantially lower than the 223PQE's 125 W, and it uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket for mobile integration. The 223PQE targets desktops with Intel Socket 1700. The 210H includes Iris Xe Graphics 48EU, while the 223PQE uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither part has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The 210H is built on Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-H codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The 223PQE uses Bartlett Lake architecture with the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. Both parts use a 10 nm process node from Intel, and both have 8 cores. The 210H has 12 threads, indicating a hybrid layout with performance and efficiency cores, while the 223PQE has 16 threads, suggesting all cores are hyper-threaded.

Cache hierarchies differ meaningfully. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core, but the L3 cache doubles from 12 MB shared on the 210H to 24 MB shared on the 223PQE. Memory support includes DDR4 and DDR5 on both, with dual-channel buses. The 223PQE adds a rated memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which the database does not list for the 210H. ECC memory is supported only on the 223PQE, a feature relevant for workstation reliability.

PCIe connectivity differs. The 210H offers Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the 223PQE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This doubles the available CPU-attached lanes for the desktop part. Integrated graphics also differ: Iris Xe Graphics 48EU on the 210H versus UHD Graphics 770 on the 223PQE. The 210H targets mobile (BGA 1744), the 223PQE targets desktop (Socket 1700). Release dates place the 210H in December 2024 and the 223PQE in March 2026. Part numbers are SRQ6RQ5MN for the 210H and SA4QC for the 223PQE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better measured multi-core performance?

A: Only the Core 5 210H has benchmark data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 11,830, R20 multi-core is 6,504, and R15 multi-core is 1,757. The Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmark scores.

Q: How does the Core 5 210H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 210H has an average benchmark score of 24,872. It trails the Intel Core i7-13620H (24,911) by 0.2%, the Intel Core i7-11850H (24,935) by 0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F (24,964) by 0.4%. It leads the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX (24,822) by 0.2%.

Q: What clock speed advantage does the Core 5 223PQE have?

A: The 223PQE has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 210H has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: Does the Core 5 223PQE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the 223PQE supports ECC memory. The 210H does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Core 5 223PQE provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only). The Core 5 210H provides 8 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only).

Q: Are both processors on the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both use a 10 nm process node from Intel. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Core 5 223PQE has an empty benchmark array. Consequently, all direct numerical comparisons must rely on the 210H's recorded scores and the 223PQE's specification-level attributes.

For the 210H, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,830 places it in a competitive position relative to its nearest rivals. The R23 single-core score of 1,771 indicates strong per-thread performance. In PassMark tests, the 210H achieves 61,503 in integer math and 45,057 in floating-point math, with a multi-thread score of 18,252 and a single-thread score of 3,539. Data compression at 217,805 and encryption at 12,187 show substantial throughput in data-intensive workloads. Random string sorting reaches 23,451, and find prime numbers scores 53, a lower figure likely reflecting the test's nature rather than a weakness.

The 223PQE's 5.50 GHz boost clock is 0.70 GHz higher than the 210H's 4.80 GHz boost clock. Its 4.00 GHz base clock is 1.80 GHz higher. The 223PQE has 16 threads versus 12, a 33% increase in thread count. Its L3 cache of 24 MB is double the 210H's 12 MB. Memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s provides a quantified figure for the 223PQE, while the 210H has no such rating. These differences suggest the 223PQE could outperform the 210H in multi-threaded desktop workloads, but without benchmark data, this remains speculative.

The 210H's 45 W TDP versus the 223PQE's 125 W TDP indicates a major power envelope difference. The mobile part achieves its scores within a lower thermal budget, while the desktop part consumes more power for potentially higher sustained clocks. The 210H's release date of December 2024 and the 223PQE's March 2026 release show the desktop part is newer by over a year.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 210H | Intel Core 5 223PQE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.20 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 125 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Bartlett Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-H | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

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

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

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 48EU | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | December 2024 | March 2026 |

| Launch MSRP | $342 | $319 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | SRQ6RQ5MN | SA4QC |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

Both processors share 8 cores, 10 nm process, DDR4/DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory buses, L1 cache of 80 KB per core, L2 cache of 2 MB per core, Intel as manufacturer, and locked multipliers. The 223PQE adds threads, higher clocks, more L3 cache, ECC support, additional PCIe lanes, memory bandwidth rating, and a desktop socket. The 210H has a lower TDP, mobile socket, and a complete set of benchmark results. The production status for both is listed as Active.