Intel Core 5 211E vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database records 17 direct comparisons between the Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i7-14701E. The i7-14701E wins 11 of these matchups, while the Core 5 211E takes 6. The overall average benchmark score favors the Core 5 211E at 37829 against 33206 for the i7-14701E, a gap that places the Core 5 211E at the 86th percentile of all CPUs versus the 83rd percentile for its rival.

The i7-14701E dominates the Cinebench suite entirely. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 2237 against 2055, a delta of 8.1 percent. The single-core R15 test shows 315 versus 289, an 8.3 percent advantage. R20 multicore delivers 9321 against 8563 (8.1 percent), and R20 single-core gives 1315 versus 1208 (8.1 percent). R23 multicore records 22195 versus 20389, again 8.1 percent, while R23 single-core posts 3133 against 2878, also 8.1 percent. These consistent margins across all three Cinebench versions indicate a stable performance lead in both threaded and single-threaded rendering workloads.

The PassMark multithread test follows the same pattern: 26112 for the i7-14701E versus 23833 for the Core 5 211E, an 8.7 percent win. The PassMark physics benchmark shows the largest single delta in the entire comparison. The i7-14701E scores 2399 while the Core 5 211E manages only 702, a 70.7 percent deficit for the latter. PassMark single-thread also goes to the i7-14701E at 4305 versus 4006, a 6.9 percent margin.

The Core 5 211E counters with substantial wins in several PassMark sub-tests. Data compression shows 346757 against 282939, a 22.6 percent advantage. Data encryption records 17938 versus 14862, a 20.7 percent gain. Extended instructions delivers 21592 against 18528, 16.5 percent ahead. Random string sorting posts 34308 versus 29158, a 17.7 percent margin. Integer math scores 88117 against 81325, an 8.4 percent win, and floating point math records 66402 versus 61873, a 7.3 percent edge. The one outlier is PassMark find prime numbers, where the i7-14701E produces 176 against just 43, a 75.6 percent difference, the largest of all recorded deltas.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701E claims every Cinebench test, all three versions in both multicore and single-core modes. This makes it the stronger choice for rendering workloads that rely on the Cinebench engine, where the consistent 8 percent lead indicates a clear architectural advantage. The PassMark multithread result confirms this direction, as does the physics test, where the 70.7 percent margin is the most decisive single result in the dataset. The PassMark single-thread score adds further weight, suggesting the i7-14701E handles tasks that depend on one heavily loaded core with greater efficiency.

The Core 5 211E wins in data compression, data encryption, extended instruction throughput, random string sorting, integer math, and floating point math. The compression and encryption wins are particularly large, both exceeding 20 percent. These are workloads that often benefit from higher core counts and specific instruction handling. The extended instructions result, at 16.5 percent, points to better execution of vectorized or specialized code paths. The integer and floating point math wins are more moderate, in the 7 to 8 percent range, but still consistent across both categories.

The split is clear: the i7-14701E leads in rendering, physics simulation, and general multithreaded throughput as measured by PassMark, while the Core 5 211E leads in data processing tasks such as compression, encryption, sorting, and math operations. The find prime numbers result, with its extreme 75.6 percent delta, sits firmly with the i7-14701E and suggests a particular strength in integer-heavy algorithmic loops.

Architecture Differences

Both processors use the same Intel Socket 1700 and are built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The die size is identical at 257 mm² for each. The core configurations differ notably: the Core 5 211E packs 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i7-14701E uses 8 cores and 16 threads. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus. The Core 5 211E lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure appears for the i7-14701E in the database.

Cache hierarchies diverge in the L3 portion. The Core 5 211E carries 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i7-14701E has 33 MB shared. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core. The larger L3 on the i7-14701E likely contributes to its Cinebench and physics wins, as those workloads can benefit from more on-die data.

Clock speeds favor the i7-14701E on boost: 5.40 GHz versus 4.90 GHz. The base clocks are close, 2.60 GHz for the i7-14701E and 2.70 GHz for the Core 5 211E. Both have a 65 W TDP and both are locked, with the multiplier unlock flag set to false. Both support ECC memory and use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 211E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14701E has UHD Graphics 770. The codenames reveal different design lineages: Bartlett Lake for the Core 5 211E versus Raptor Lake-R for the i7-14701E. The i7-14701E belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with a Raptor Lake Refresh generation label, while the Core 5 211E is listed under the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The release dates also differ, with the i7-14701E appearing on 2024-06-30 and the Core 5 211E on 2025-01-12. The launch MSRP for the Core 5 211E is recorded as $221, while no launch MSRP is listed for the i7-14701E.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows two processors with opposite strengths. The Intel Core i7-14701E is the clear leader in Cinebench rendering across all three versions, with a consistent 8.1 percent margin in both multicore and single-core tests. It also dominates the PassMark physics benchmark by 70.7 percent and holds a 6.9 percent edge in single-thread performance. The 33 MB L3 cache and 5.40 GHz boost clock provide a plausible basis for these wins, though the database does not directly attribute causality.

The Intel Core 5 211E counters with decisive wins in data compression (22.6 percent), data encryption (20.7 percent), extended instructions (16.5 percent), and random string sorting (17.7 percent). Its 10-core configuration, two more physical cores than the i7-14701E, likely drives these throughput-oriented results. The floating point and integer math wins, at 7.3 and 8.4 percent respectively, round out a profile that favors data manipulation over rendering performance.

The nearest rival data supports the overall positioning. The Core 5 211E sits within 0.2 percent of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Intel Core i9-14901E, with average scores of 37829 versus 37904 and 37911 respectively. Its average score also edges the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 by 0.1 percent and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 by 0.2 percent. The i7-14701E, meanwhile, matches the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at zero delta, and sits within 0.4 percent of the Intel Core i7-13650HX.

For rendering workloads, physics simulation, and tasks where single-thread speed dominates, the i7-14701E is the stronger part. For data compression, encryption, sorting, and math-heavy processing, the Core 5 211E delivers superior throughput. The choice depends entirely on the workload profile, and the database provides no single aggregate winner that supersedes these category-level distinctions.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more physical cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores. Both support 16 threads.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The i7-14701E scores 22195 against 20389 for the Core 5 211E, an 8.1 percent advantage for the i7-14701E.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark delta between the two?

A: The PassMark find prime numbers test shows the biggest gap, with the i7-14701E scoring 176 versus 43 for the Core 5 211E, a 75.6 percent difference.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The i7-14701E boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Core 5 211E boosts to 4.90 GHz. The base clocks are 2.60 GHz and 2.70 GHz respectively.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 5 211E and the i7-14701E have ECC memory support enabled in the database.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Core 5 211E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i7-14701E has 33 MB shared. Both use 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211E | Intel Core i7-14701E |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

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

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not listed |

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

| Release Date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not listed |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 86 | 83 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 37829 | 33206 |

Shared specifications include Intel Socket 1700, 10 nm process, Intel foundry, 257 mm² die size, 16 threads, 65 W TDP, DDR4/DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and locked multipliers.