Intel Core 5 211E vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 5 211E wins every single recorded head-to-head test against the Intel Core i5-14401E. Across all six Cinebench comparisons, the Core 5 211E holds a consistent advantage of roughly 12% over its rival. The narrowest margin appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Core 5 211E scores 289 against 258 for the Core i5-14401E, a 12% lead. The widest margins are 12.3%, recorded in Cinebench R15 multi-core, R20 multi-core, R20 single-core, and R23 multi-core.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Core 5 211E posts 2055 points versus 1830 for the Core i5-14401E. That 225-point gap represents a 12.3% advantage. The single-core R15 result shows 289 versus 258, a 31-point difference. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core scores are 8563 for the Core 5 211E and 7627 for the Core i5-14401E, again a 12.3% delta. The R20 single-core result is 1208 versus 1076, a 132-point spread. In the more demanding Cinebench R23 workload, the Core 5 211E reaches 20389 multi-core points while the Core i5-14401E manages 18161, a difference of 2228 points. The R23 single-core test shows 2878 versus 2564, a 314-point lead.

The pattern is remarkably uniform. Every workload, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded, shows the same approximate 12% performance gap. This consistency suggests the advantage is structural rather than workload-specific. The Core 5 211E does not merely excel in one niche; it delivers a broad, across-the-board performance lead. The head-to-head table records six wins for the Core 5 211E and zero for the Core i5-14401E.

Beyond the direct comparison, the average benchmark scores put these processors in different competitive tiers. The Core 5 211E has an average benchmark score of 37829, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core i5-14401E, with an average score of 5253, sits in the 60th percentile. This percentile gap is substantial: the Core 5 211E ranks among the top 14% of all recorded processors, while the Core i5-14401E sits closer to the middle of the distribution.

The nearest rivals for the Core 5 211E are all high-end parts. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804, which is 0.1% behind the Core 5 211E. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 37762, a 0.2% deficit. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904, putting it 0.2% ahead of the Core 5 211E. The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 37911, also 0.2% ahead. These are tightly clustered scores, indicating the Core 5 211E performs at the level of premium embedded and high-end desktop processors.

The Core i5-14401E, by contrast, has nearest rivals that are older or lower-tier parts. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 scores 5259, 0.1% ahead. The Intel Core i7-11700B scores 5241, 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i9-10850K scores 5240, 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i5-13400T scores 5210, 0.8% behind. The Core i5-14401E sits in a completely different performance neighborhood, roughly matching decade-old server chips and mid-range desktop processors from previous generations.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families. The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. Both are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and fabricated by Intel, but the underlying designs differ.

The core counts diverge sharply. The Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. That is 4 more cores and 4 more threads on the Core 5 211E. This core advantage directly explains the multi-core benchmark results. The Core 5 211E has 66.7% more cores than the Core i5-14401E, yet its multi-core scores are only about 12% higher. This indicates that the Core i5-14401E's individual cores are more efficient per clock, or that the Core 5 211E's additional cores are not scaling perfectly in these workloads. Still, the raw core count advantage translates into a measurable win across all multi-threaded tests.

The die size also differs. The Core 5 211E has a die size of 257 mm², while the Core i5-14401E measures 215 mm². The larger die on the Core 5 211E accommodates the additional cores. The L2 cache configuration is different as well: the Core 5 211E provides 2 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Core i5-14401E provides 1.25 MB per core. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core, and the shared L3 cache is the same at 20 MB. The total cache hierarchy favors the Core 5 211E, which has more L2 cache per core for its 10 cores.

Clock speeds favor the Core 5 211E as well. Its base clock is 2.70 GHz versus 2.50 GHz for the Core i5-14401E. The boost clock reaches 4.90 GHz on the Core 5 211E versus 4.70 GHz on the Core i5-14401E. Both processors have a 65 W TDP, so the Core 5 211E delivers higher clock speeds and more cores within the same power envelope.

The memory support is identical: both accept DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration. The Core 5 211E lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401E has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory. The PCIe interface is the same: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both integrate UHD Graphics 730. The sockets are identical as well, Intel Socket 1700.

The release dates differ. The Core 5 211E was released on 2025-01-12, while the Core i5-14401E was released on 2024-06-30. The Core 5 211E has a recorded launch MSRP of $221, while the Core i5-14401E has no recorded launch MSRP in the database. Both are currently marked as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear conclusion: the Intel Core 5 211E is the faster processor in every benchmark category measured. It wins all six head-to-head Cinebench tests with margins between 12% and 12.3%. It has more cores, more threads, higher base and boost clocks, and more L2 cache per core. Its average benchmark score of 37829 places it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core i5-14401E's 5253 average score places it in the 60th percentile.

The Core 5 211E also competes at a higher tier. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Intel Core i9-14901E, both of which score within 0.2% of it. The Core i5-14401E's nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, Core i7-11700B, Core i9-10850K, and Core i5-13400T, all older or lower-positioned parts. This comparison shows the Core 5 211E is not merely better than the Core i5-14401E; it operates in a different performance class.

The only area where the Core i5-14401E might hold appeal is its smaller die size (215 mm² versus 257 mm²), which could indicate lower manufacturing costs, but no pricing data is available for it. The Core 5 211E has a recorded launch MSRP of $221. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a differentiator. Both use the same socket, memory support, integrated graphics, PCIe configuration, and power envelope.

For workloads that benefit from additional cores and threads, such as multi-threaded rendering, the Core 5 211E's 10 cores and 16 threads provide a structural advantage. For single-threaded tasks, the higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz gives it an edge as well. There is no benchmark category in the recorded data where the Core i5-14401E wins.

The percentile difference is worth emphasizing. The 86th percentile versus 60th percentile represents a gap of 26 percentile points. In practical terms, the Core 5 211E is positioned among high-end desktop and embedded processors, while the Core i5-14401E sits among mid-range parts. Users who need maximum performance from the data presented should choose the Core 5 211E.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications:

• Cores: Core 5 211E has 10, Core i5-14401E has 6
• Threads: Core 5 211E has 16, Core i5-14401E has 12
• Base clock: Core 5 211E at 2.70 GHz, Core i5-14401E at 2.50 GHz
• Boost clock: Core 5 211E at 4.90 GHz, Core i5-14401E at 4.70 GHz
• Codename: Bartlett Lake for Core 5 211E, Raptor Lake-R for Core i5-14401E
• Generation: Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) for Core 5 211E, Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) for Core i5-14401E
• Die size: 257 mm² for Core 5 211E, 215 mm² for Core i5-14401E
• L2 cache: 2 MB per core for Core 5 211E, 1.25 MB per core for Core i5-14401E
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s for Core 5 211E, not recorded for Core i5-14401E
• Release date: 2025-01-12 for Core 5 211E, 2024-06-30 for Core i5-14401E
• Launch MSRP: $221 for Core 5 211E, not recorded for Core i5-14401E

Identical specifications include L1 cache (80 KB per core), L3 cache (20 MB shared), TDP (65 W), socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC support (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes), integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier lock (locked).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the performance difference in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Core 5 211E scores 20389 points, while the Core i5-14401E scores 18161 points, giving the Core 5 211E a 12.3% advantage.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i5-14401E support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics do these processors use?

A: Both use Intel UHD Graphics 730.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, compared to 4.70 GHz for the Intel Core i5-14401E.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Core 5 211E has an average benchmark score of 37829, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The Core i5-14401E has an average benchmark score of 5253, placing it in the 60th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211E wins in every recorded benchmark category. There are no wins for the Intel Core i5-14401E in the head-to-head data. The Core 5 211E's advantage spans single-core and multi-core workloads, from Cinebench R15 to R23.

For multi-threaded applications such as video rendering, 3D modeling, or software compilation, the Core 5 211E's 10 cores and 16 threads provide the foundation for its 12.3% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core, R20 multi-core, and R23 multi-core. The additional 4 cores and 4 threads, combined with 2 MB of L2 cache per core, deliver consistent gains across all three versions of the Cinebench multi-core test.

For single-threaded workloads, the Core 5 211E's boost clock of 4.90 GHz, which is 200 MHz higher than the Core i5-14401E's 4.70 GHz, supports its 12% to 12.3% advantage in the single-core tests. The R15 single-core score of 289 versus 258, the R20 single-core score of 1208 versus 1076, and the R23 single-core score of 2878 versus 2564 all reflect this clock speed advantage.

The Core i5-14401E does have a smaller die size at 215 mm² versus 257 mm², which could theoretically affect manufacturing yields, but no performance benefit is recorded from this difference. Its lower core count and clocks place it at a clear disadvantage in the database's measurements.

In terms of competitive positioning, the Core 5 211E matches or slightly trails premium processors like the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Intel Core i9-14901E, both within 0.2% of its average score. The Core i5-14401E matches older parts like the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 and Core i9-10850K. Users seeking the higher performance tier should select the Core 5 211E based on the recorded data. The Core i5-14401E offers no benchmark-based advantage in any category measured.