Intel Core 5 211E vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has an average benchmark score of 58115, which is about 54% higher than the Intel Core 5 211E's average score of 37829. The i9-14900 also holds a higher percentile rank at 92 versus 86 for the 211E.

Q: Which processor wins in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E wins in Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 2878, which is 30.1% ahead of the i9-14900's 2212. However, in Cinebench R15 single-core, the i9-14900 leads with 315 versus 289, an 8.3% difference.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache capacity?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 20 MB. Both chips use the same L1 cache size of 80 KB per core and L2 cache of 2 MB per core.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i9-14900 use Intel Socket 1700.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211E boosts to 4.90 GHz. The base clock is higher on the 211E at 2.70 GHz versus 2.00 GHz on the i9-14900.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 211E and the Intel Core i9-14900 both come from Intel's 10 nm process node and share the same 257 mm² die size. Both are manufactured by Intel. The 211E is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, while the i9-14900 uses the Raptor Lake-R codename with the Raptor Lake architecture. The generation labels differ as well: the 211E is listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake), while the i9-14900 is Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh).

The core count difference is substantial. The 211E offers 10 cores and 16 threads, whereas the i9-14900 delivers 24 cores and 32 threads. This thread advantage of 16 additional threads directly supports the i9-14900's much higher multi-threaded scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both chips use 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core, but the shared L3 cache jumps from 20 MB on the 211E to 36 MB on the i9-14900. That 16 MB difference in shared cache can influence workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

Memory support is identical in terms of types: both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. However, the 211E lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i9-14900 does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory. PCIe configuration is the same: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ slightly. The 211E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i9-14900 uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are integrated options for desktop platforms. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking via multiplier adjustment is not an option for either.

The production status for both is Active. Release dates differ by about a year: the i9-14900 launched on 2024-01-07, and the 211E launched on 2025-01-12. The launch MSRP for the 211E is $221, and for the i9-14900 it is $549.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clear overall pattern: the Intel Core i9-14900 wins 16 of the 17 recorded comparisons, with the Core 5 211E taking a single victory.

The i9-14900's largest win comes in PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 188 versus 43, a 77.1% advantage. That is the steepest delta in the entire set. PassMark physics also shows a large gap: 2486 versus 702, a 71.8% difference. The i9-14900 leads by 46.5% in PassMark multithread (44578 versus 23833) and by 46.5% in PassMark data encryption (33540 versus 17938). In PassMark integer math, the i9-14900 scores 175010 against 88117, a 49.7% lead. Floating point math shows 120262 versus 66402, a 44.8% advantage. Random string sorting is 61060 versus 34308, a 43.8% edge. Data compression is 550271 versus 346757, a 37% lead. Extended instructions are 30624 versus 21592, a 29.5% advantage.

Cinebench multi-core results follow a similar pattern. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i9-14900 scores 4793 versus 2055, a 57.1% difference. R20 multi-core shows 15910 versus 8563, a 46.2% gap. R23 multi-core gives 31070 versus 20389, a 34.4% lead. These numbers align with the core and thread count disparity.

Single-core results are more nuanced. Cinebench R23 single-core is the sole win for the 211E: 2878 versus 2212, a 30.1% advantage. That is a notable reversal. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the i9-14900 wins 315 versus 289, an 8.3% margin. R20 single-core shows the i9-14900 at 2245 versus 1208, a 46.2% difference, which is surprising given the R23 result. PassMark single-thread scores are close: 4323 versus 4006, a 7.3% edge for the i9-14900.

The 211E's R23 single-core win suggests that in certain single-threaded workloads, its architecture can outperform the larger chip. The R20 single-core result, however, contradicts that trend, indicating the two chips trade positions depending on the specific test conditions. Overall, the i9-14900 dominates in throughput, while the 211E shows a specific strength in one single-core benchmark.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211E | Intel Core i9-14900 |

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

| Cores | 10 | 24 |

| Threads | 16 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Architecture | (not listed) | Raptor Lake |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | (not listed) |

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

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

| Launch MSRP | $221 | $549 |

| Part Number | SRQERQ65F | SRN3V |

| Avg Benchmark Score | 37829 | 58115 |

| Percentile | 86 | 92 |

Both processors share the same socket, process node (10 nm), die size (257 mm²), foundry (Intel), TDP (65), memory types (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC support, PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (2 MB per core), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlock status (false).

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i9-14900 is the significantly stronger processor for multi-threaded and most single-threaded workloads. Its 24 cores and 32 threads deliver a 57.1% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core, a 46.2% lead in R20 multi-core, and a 34.4% lead in R23 multi-core. PassMark tests show even larger gaps in prime number finding (77.1%) and physics (71.8%). The i9-14900 also holds a higher average benchmark score of 58115 versus 37829 and a higher percentile rank of 92 versus 86.

For users who prioritize raw multi-core throughput, the i9-14900 is the clear choice. The data shows no multi-core test where the 211E comes close. The i9-14900 also leads in most single-core metrics, including Cinebench R15, R20, and PassMark single-thread, though by smaller margins.

The Intel Core 5 211E has one specific strength: Cinebench R23 single-core, where it leads by 30.1%. This result indicates that in certain single-threaded applications, the 211E can outperform the i9-14900. However, that is the only test in the database where the 211E wins. The 211E also has a higher base clock (2.70 GHz versus 2.00 GHz), which may help in lightly threaded workloads that do not boost.

The i9-14900 offers double the L3 cache (36 MB versus 20 MB) and a higher boost clock (5.80 GHz versus 4.90 GHz). These specifications support its dominant benchmark results. The 211E's higher base clock and its R23 single-core win suggest it can handle certain single-threaded tasks effectively, but the overall data favors the i9-14900 across nearly every measured workload.

The choice depends on workload. Users needing maximum multi-core performance for rendering, compilation, or data processing should select the i9-14900. Users with workloads that specifically benefit from the 211E's R23 single-core advantage may consider it, but the data shows that the i9-14900 wins 16 of 17 comparisons. The i9-14900 is the stronger processor in the vast majority of scenarios recorded in the database.