Intel Core 5 211E vs Intel Core i7-14700HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data between the Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i7-14700HX shows a decisive advantage for the mobile Core i7-14700HX across most workloads. The Core i7-14700HX wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head tests, while the Core 5 211E secures 3 wins, two of which are the same PassMark single-thread test recorded under different names.

The largest margin of victory for the Core i7-14700HX appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where it scores 165 against 43 for the Core 5 211E, a 73.9% advantage. This pattern repeats in PassMark physics, with the Core i7-14700HX scoring 2252 versus 702, a 68.8% gap. Both results highlight the substantial difference in raw computational throughput for integer-heavy and physics simulation workloads.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core i7-14700HX scores 3812 against 2055 for the Core 5 211E, a 46.1% lead. Cinebench R20 multicore shows a 34.4% advantage (13059 versus 8563), while R20 single-core also favors the Core i7-14700HX at 1843 versus 1208, a 34.5% margin. The Cinebench R23 multicore test narrows the gap somewhat, with the Core i7-14700HX scoring 24595 against 20389, a 17.1% lead.

PassMark multithread results place the Core i7-14700HX at 36566 versus 23833, a 34.8% advantage. Data compression follows with 438539 versus 346757, a 20.9% gap. Encryption performance shows a 31.3% lead for the Core i7-14700HX (26092 versus 17938), and extended instructions favor it by 16% (25718 versus 21592). Floating point math delivers a 29.2% advantage (93836 versus 66402), while integer math shows a 32.9% lead (131296 versus 88117). Random string sorting completes the Core i7-14700HX sweep at 48544 versus 34308, a 29.3% margin.

The Core 5 211E claims its most significant victory in Cinebench R23 single-core, scoring 2878 against 2103 for the Core i7-14700HX, a 36.9% lead. This is a notable outlier, since the Core i7-14700HX wins the other single-core tests. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Core i7-14700HX edges ahead by 2.4% (296 versus 289), and in PassMark single-thread, the Core 5 211E leads by 1.5% (4006 versus 3947). The two identical PassMark single-thread entries both show the same 1.5% margin.

The average benchmark score reinforces the overall picture. The Core i7-14700HX averages 45953 across its benchmark suite, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core 5 211E averages 37829, ranking in the 86th percentile. The Core i7-14700HX's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD EPYC 7303 and AMD EPYC 4364P, both with average scores within 0.1% of 45953. The Core 5 211E sits close to the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435, with deltas of 0.1% and 0.2% respectively.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark tests?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests. The Intel Core 5 211E wins 3 tests, which include two identical PassMark single-thread entries and the Cinebench R23 single-core test.

Q: How large is the Cinebench R23 multicore performance gap?

A: The Core i7-14700HX scores 24595 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the Core 5 211E scores 20389. This gives the Core i7-14700HX a 17.1% advantage.

Q: Where does the Core 5 211E outperform the Core i7-14700HX?

A: The Core 5 211E leads in Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 2878 versus 2103, a 36.9% advantage. It also leads in PassMark single-thread at 4006 versus 3947, a 1.5% margin.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The Core i7-14700HX ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core 5 211E ranks in the 86th percentile.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core i7-14700HX has an average benchmark score of 45953. The Core 5 211E has an average benchmark score of 37829.

Q: How do the processors compare in PassMark physics performance?

A: The Core i7-14700HX scores 2252 in PassMark physics, while the Core 5 211E scores 702. This represents a 68.8% advantage for the Core i7-14700HX.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a common manufacturing foundation but diverge significantly in core configuration and design goals. Both use a 10 nm process node from Intel and share the same die size of 257 mm². The foundry is Intel for both, and neither processor lists a transistor count in the database.

The Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, while the Core i7-14700HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with a Raptor Lake architecture. The Core i7-14700HX is explicitly labeled as a Raptor Lake-HX Refresh part, indicating an updated iteration of the Raptor Lake design.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Core i7-14700HX offers double the core count and 12 additional threads, which directly explains its dominance in multi-threaded benchmarks such as Cinebench R15 multicore and PassMark multithread.

Cache hierarchies show both shared and distinct characteristics. Each core in both processors has 80 KB of L1 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache. The L3 cache differs, with the Core 5 211E using 20 MB shared and the Core i7-14700HX using 33 MB shared. The larger shared L3 cache on the Core i7-14700HX provides additional capacity for data-intensive workloads.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus. The Core 5 211E lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Core i7-14700HX does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory and both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ between the two. The Core 5 211E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i7-14700HX uses UHD Graphics 770. The market segments also differ, with the Core 5 211E classified as a Desktop processor and the Core i7-14700HX as a Mobile processor. This aligns with their sockets: the Core 5 211E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core i7-14700HX uses Intel BGA 1964.

The multiplier unlock status differs as well. The Core 5 211E has a locked multiplier, while the Core i7-14700HX has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking on compatible platforms.

Specification Differences

The table below summarizes the fields where the two processors differ per the recorded database data.

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211E | Intel Core i7-14700HX |

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

| Series | null | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 10 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 55 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Architecture | null | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | null |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | null |

| Multiplier Unlocked | false | true |

| Part Number | SRQERQ65F | SRMXG |

The Core 5 211E has a higher base clock at 2.70 GHz versus 2.10 GHz for the Core i7-14700HX, but the Core i7-14700HX has a higher boost clock at 5.50 GHz versus 4.90 GHz. The Core 5 211E has a higher TDP at 65 W compared to 55 W for the Core i7-14700HX.

The release dates differ by roughly one year, with the Core i7-14700HX released on 2024-01-07 and the Core 5 211E released on 2025-01-12. The Core 5 211E has a recorded launch MSRP of $221, while the Core i7-14700HX has no launch MSRP in the database.

Both processors share the same L1 cache, L2 cache, process node, die size, foundry, memory support, memory bus, ECC support, PCIe configuration, production status, and manufacturer.

The Verdict

The recorded benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the stronger processor for the majority of workloads. Its 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with 33 MB of shared L3 cache, deliver decisive wins in multi-core tests. The 68.8% lead in PassMark physics and the 73.9% lead in find prime numbers are particularly large, showing that workloads involving physics simulation and prime number computation will favor the Core i7-14700HX heavily.

The Core 5 211E is not without strengths. Its 36.9% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core is substantial, and its 1.5% edge in PassMark single-thread shows it can hold its own in lightly threaded tasks. The higher base clock of 2.70 GHz and the desktop platform design may appeal to users prioritizing single-core responsiveness over multi-thread throughput.

The percentile rankings place the Core i7-14700HX in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, above the Core 5 211E's 86th percentile. The average benchmark score gap of 45953 versus 37829 represents a roughly 21.5% overall advantage for the Core i7-14700HX.

For buyers choosing between a desktop and mobile platform, the socket difference is fundamental. The Core 5 211E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core i7-14700HX uses Intel BGA 1964. These are not interchangeable, and the market segment classification confirms the Core 5 211E as a desktop part and the Core i7-14700HX as a mobile part.

The data also shows that both processors support ECC memory, which may matter for workstation or server-adjacent use cases. Both use the same 10 nm process and 257 mm² die size, but the Core i7-14700HX has an unlocked multiplier, while the Core 5 211E is locked.

In summary, the Core i7-14700HX is the clear choice for multi-threaded workloads, offering consistent and often large advantages across rendering, encryption, compression, and math benchmarks. The Core 5 211E appeals to users prioritizing single-core performance in specific tests, particularly Cinebench R23 single-core, where it achieves a 36.9% lead. The database shows 14 wins for the Core i7-14700HX versus 3 wins for the Core 5 211E, making the overall performance picture unambiguous for most applications.