Intel Core 5 211E vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

The Intel Core 5 211E and Intel Core i5-14501E are both desktop processors on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, but the recorded data shows a stark contrast in their benchmark presence. The Core 5 211E is backed by a full suite of Cinebench and Passmark scores, while the i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark entries in the database. This absence of data for the i5-14501E is the single most defining factor in this comparison, as it dictates that all performance analysis must rely exclusively on the specifications and the measured results of the Core 5 211E. The database indicates the Core 5 211E holds an 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs, whereas the i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile, a distinction that is only meaningful when considering the lack of direct measurements for the latter.

The Verdict

The data dictates a clear but conditional conclusion. For any user requiring measured performance validation, the Intel Core 5 211E is the only option with substantiated results. It delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20389 and a single-core score of 2878, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The i5-14501E, by contrast, has zero recorded benchmarks and an average benchmark score of zero in the database, meaning its performance cannot be analyzed or compared directly. The choice between these two, strictly from the data, is therefore based on which processor offers the specifications that align with the user's needs, since only the Core 5 211E provides evidence of its capabilities.

The Core 5 211E appears to be the stronger candidate for multi-threaded workloads due to its core configuration. It features 10 cores and 16 threads, which is a substantial advantage over the i5-14501E's 6 cores and 12 threads. The data shows the Core 5 211E has a 20 MB shared L3 cache and a die size of 257 mm², while the i5-14501E has a larger 24 MB shared L3 cache but a smaller 215 mm² die. The i5-14501E does, however, offer higher clock speeds, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to the Core 5 211E's 2.70 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost. This suggests the i5-14501E could be designed for higher single-thread frequency, but without benchmark data, this remains speculative.

For the user who prioritizes a known quantity, the Core 5 211E is the sole choice. Its launch MSRP is $221, and it carries the UHD Graphics 730 integrated GPU. The i5-14501E has no launch MSRP recorded and uses the UHD Graphics 770. The verdict is that the Core 5 211E is the only processor here with a measurable track record, and its specifications support a robust multi-core performance profile. The i5-14501E cannot be recommended on the basis of performance data, as none exists in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 211E wins in every measurable category, simply because it is the only one with recorded results. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2055 and single-core score of 289 indicate a strong balance. The R20 scores continue this pattern, with 8563 multi-core and 1208 single-core. The R23 scores, which are often used as a stress test for sustained loads, show 20389 multi-core and 2878 single-core. These numbers confirm that the Core 5 211E is a capable processor for both parallel tasks and single-threaded responsiveness.

In the Passmark suite, the Core 5 211E shows specific strengths. Its integer math score is 88117, which is higher than its floating point math score of 66402, indicating a bias toward integer-heavy calculations. The data compression score of 346757 and data encryption score of 17938 further show its proficiency in those areas. The extended instructions score of 21592 and the random string sorting score of 34308 round out its capabilities in specialized instruction sets and sorting algorithms. The multithread score of 23833 and the single-thread score of 4006 provide a direct comparison point, showing the multi-core advantage is significant.

The i5-14501E wins only in the specification sheet. It has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz versus 2.70 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 4.90 GHz. It also has a larger L3 cache of 24 MB versus 20 MB, and a more advanced integrated graphics unit, the UHD Graphics 770, compared to the UHD Graphics 730 in the Core 5 211E. Its die size is smaller at 215 mm², which could imply a different manufacturing layout, but both are on the same 10 nm process node. Without benchmarks, these specification advantages are the only wins the i5-14501E can claim, and they are theoretical rather than measured.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on different architectural generations despite sharing the Intel Socket 1700. The Core 5 211E is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, which the database lists as belonging to the "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)" generation. The i5-14501E is a Raptor Lake part, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and belongs to the "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)" generation. Both are manufactured on a 10 nm process node by Intel, but the die sizes differ: the Core 5 211E has a 257 mm² die, while the i5-14501E has a 215 mm² die.

The core and cache configurations show a clear divergence. The Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, with a per-core L1 cache of 80 KB and a per-core L2 cache of 2 MB, resulting in a 20 MB shared L3 cache. The i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads, with the same 80 KB per-core L1 cache but a smaller 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache, leading to a larger 24 MB shared L3 cache. This suggests the i5-14501E allocates more cache to each core, which could be a design choice for reducing latency, but the Core 5 211E has more cores and more total L2 cache in aggregate.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. The memory bandwidth is listed as 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5 211E, while the i5-14501E has no recorded memory bandwidth. Both support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ, with the Core 5 211E using UHD Graphics 730 and the i5-14501E using UHD Graphics 770. The release dates also differ, with the Core 5 211E released on 2025-01-12 and the i5-14501E released on 2024-06-30.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Core 5 211E has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The i5-14501E has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz and a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the database lists ECC memory support as true for both the Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i5-14501E.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each?

A: The Core 5 211E has a 20 MB shared L3 cache, while the i5-14501E has a larger 24 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark score?

A: The Core 5 211E has recorded benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20389 and a Passmark single-thread score of 4006. The i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: Are the integrated graphics different?

A: Yes, the Core 5 211E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

There are no direct head-to-head benchmark results in the database, as the headToHeadBenchmarks field is empty and the wins counters for both processors are zero. This means the comparison must be drawn from the Core 5 211E's standalone scores and the i5-14501E's absence of scores.

The Core 5 211E's Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2055 and single-core score of 289 establish a baseline for its performance. Its R20 multi-core score of 8563 and single-core score of 1208 show a scaling pattern, and its R23 multi-core score of 20389 and single-core score of 2878 represent the most recent and demanding test in that series. The single-core scores are particularly interesting, as they show a progression from 289 to 1208 to 2878 across the R15, R20, and R23 tests, which is expected due to the increased workload duration in each successive test.

In the Passmark suite, the Core 5 211E's multithread score of 23833 is nearly six times its single-thread score of 4006, demonstrating the efficiency of its 10-core, 16-thread configuration. The integer math score of 88117 exceeds the floating point math score of 66402, suggesting a stronger performance in integer-heavy tasks. The data compression score of 346757 is the highest in the Passmark group, while the data encryption score of 17938 is comparatively lower. The find prime numbers score of 43 is the lowest of the group, indicating a relative weakness in that specific algorithm.

The i5-14501E has no scores to compare against these figures. Its percentile rank of 50 is based on specifications alone, not on any measured performance. The Core 5 211E's percentile rank of 86 is a direct result of its benchmark scores. The database shows the Core 5 211E is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 and 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 in average benchmark score, and it is 0.2% behind both the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Intel Core i9-14901E. These deltas are tiny, indicating the Core 5 211E sits in a tightly competitive band among its nearest rivals, but no such rival data exists for the i5-14501E.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 5 211E and Intel Core i5-14501E differ in several key specification fields. The Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The base clock is 2.70 GHz for the Core 5 211E and 3.30 GHz for the i5-14501E. The boost clock is 4.90 GHz for the Core 5 211E and 5.20 GHz for the i5-14501E. Both have a TDP of 65 watts.

The process node is the same at 10 nm for both, but the die size differs: 257 mm² for the Core 5 211E and 215 mm² for the i5-14501E. The codename is Bartlett Lake for the Core 5 211E and Raptor Lake-R for the i5-14501E. The generation is listed as "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)" for the former and "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)" for the latter. The L2 cache is 2 MB per core for the Core 5 211E and 1.25 MB per core for the i5-14501E. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared for the Core 5 211E and 24 MB shared for the i5-14501E.

The memory bandwidth is recorded as 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5 211E, while the i5-14501E has no value listed. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the Core 5 211E and UHD Graphics 770 for the i5-14501E. The release date is 2025-01-12 for the Core 5 211E and 2024-06-30 for the i5-14501E. The launch MSRP is $221 for the Core 5 211E, with no MSRP recorded for the i5-14501E. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Both have a locked multiplier and an active production status.