Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

The Intel Core 9 273PTE dominates the recorded benchmark data against the Intel Core 5 211TE, winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Core 9 273PTE sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 5 211TE lands in the 69th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Core 9 273PTE is 31143, compared to 15370 for the Core 5 211TE, a gap that places the Core 9 273PTE near rivals like the Intel Core i7-12700F (0.2% faster) and AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (0.2% faster), while the Core 5 211TE sits between the AMD EPYC 7543 (0.7% faster) and AMD EPYC 7702P (1.6% slower). The data indicates two distinct performance tiers within the same Bartlett Lake family.

The Verdict

The Core 9 273PTE is the clear choice for workloads that demand maximum throughput and single-thread responsiveness. Its average benchmark score of 31143 is more than double the Core 5 211TE's 15370. The Core 9 273PTE's 82nd percentile ranking versus the Core 5 211TE's 69th percentile confirms this separation across the broader CPU landscape.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded rendering, data compression, or physics simulations, the Core 9 273PTE delivers consistently higher scores, often by margins exceeding 40%. The Core 5 211TE, while slower in every recorded test, still holds a 69th percentile position, meaning it outperforms a majority of all CPUs in the database. It is the appropriate pick when the workload is lighter and the lower core count suffices.

The launch MSRP for the Core 5 211TE is $221, and for the Core 9 273PTE it is $549. The performance differential matches the price positioning, but the data does not comment on whether the extra cost is justified for any specific user. The Core 5 211TE remains a viable desktop processor for general tasks, but the Core 9 273PTE is the superior part in every measured metric.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Bartlett Lake codename and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node. They use the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The integrated graphics are identical: UHD Graphics 730. Both support ECC memory and have PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The core configurations differ significantly. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The thread count difference is notable because the Core 9 273PTE delivers 24 threads from 12 cores, indicating simultaneous multithreading on all cores. The Core 5 211TE's 16 threads from 10 cores shows a similar approach but with fewer resources.

Cache hierarchies are distinct. The Core 5 211TE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PTE also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but its L2 cache is 2 MB per core, and its L3 cache is 36 MB shared. The Core 9 273PTE's die size is not recorded, while the Core 5 211TE has a die size of 215 mm².

Memory bandwidth differs: the Core 5 211TE provides 76.8 GB/s, while the Core 9 273PTE provides 89.6 GB/s. Both are dual-channel implementations. The base clock for the Core 5 211TE is 1.70 GHz, boosting to 4.80 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE has a lower base clock of 1.40 GHz but boosts higher to 5.50 GHz. Both processors have locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Core 9 273PTE wins every head-to-head test, but the margins vary by workload. In Cinebench tests, the deltas are consistent at 40.3% in favor of the Core 9 273PTE. For Cinebench R23 multicore, the Core 9 273PTE scores 20445 versus the Core 5 211TE's 12201. In single-core R23, the scores are 2886 versus 1722. This uniformity across Cinebench versions suggests a balanced architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific one.

The PassMark suite reveals larger swings. The biggest margin is in PassMark single-thread, where the Core 9 273PTE scores 3433 against 1408, a 59% lead. Integer math shows a 58.8% gap (82411 versus 33991), and floating-point math shows a 56.9% gap (60673 versus 26150). These results indicate that the Core 9 273PTE's higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz and larger cache contribute disproportionately to arithmetic-heavy tasks.

The smallest margin is in PassMark physics, where the Core 9 273PTE leads by 33.3% (1917 versus 1278). Data compression shows a 48.4% lead (258704 versus 133434), and data encryption shows a 49.3% lead (14253 versus 7231). Random string sorting is 48.8% faster on the Core 9 273PTE (28973 versus 14838). The Core 9 273PTE also doubles the Core 5 211TE in find prime numbers (142 versus 72) and extended instructions (15952 versus 8615).

The multithread score tells the core-count story: 24054 versus 11685, a 51.4% difference. This aligns with the 24-thread versus 16-thread configuration. The single-thread score gap of 59% is more striking, as it isolates per-core efficiency. The Core 9 273PTE's higher boost clock and larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 1.25 MB) appear to drive this advantage.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded specifications. Core count: 10 versus 12. Thread count: 16 versus 24. Base clock: 1.70 GHz versus 1.40 GHz. Boost clock: 4.80 GHz versus 5.50 GHz. L2 cache per core: 1.25 MB versus 2 MB. L3 cache: 20 MB versus 36 MB. Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s. Die size: 215 mm² for the Core 5 211TE, not recorded for the Core 9 273PTE. Release date: 2025-01-12 for the Core 5 211TE, 2026-03-08 for the Core 9 273PTE. Launch MSRP: $221 versus $549. Part numbers differ: SRQDL for the Core 5 211TE, SA4QJ for the Core 9 273PTE.

Identical specifications include the 10 nm process node, Intel Socket 1700, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, UHD Graphics 730, desktop market segment, active production status, and locked multiplier. Both are made by Intel and belong to the Bartlett Lake family.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211TE boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 5 211TE has 20 MB.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 5 211TE and the Core 9 273PTE have ECC memory support.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has an average benchmark score of 31143, compared to 15370 for the Core 5 211TE.

Q: In which test is the performance gap the largest?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark single-thread, where the Core 9 273PTE leads by 59%.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 9 273PTE wins in all 17 recorded benchmarks. The data shows no workload where the Core 5 211TE takes the lead. The Core 9 273PTE's advantages are most pronounced in single-threaded tasks, with a 59% lead in PassMark single-thread, and in math-heavy operations, with 58.8% in integer math and 56.9% in floating-point math.

The Core 5 211TE, despite losing all head-to-head tests, still holds a 69th percentile ranking. Its lower base clock of 1.70 GHz versus 1.40 GHz on the Core 9 273PTE does not translate into any benchmark win. The Core 5 211TE is the only option for users who must stay within its lower launch MSRP of $221, but the performance data indicates the Core 9 273PTE is strictly faster.

For multi-threaded workloads like Cinebench R23 multicore (20445 versus 12201) and PassMark multithread (24054 versus 11685), the Core 9 273PTE's additional cores and threads provide a 40-51% advantage. For data compression and encryption, the Core 9 273PTE leads by roughly 48-49%. The only test where the Core 9 273PTE's margin falls below 40% is PassMark physics, at 33.3%.

The Core 5 211TE is a functional desktop processor for basic computing, but the recorded data offers no scenario where it outperforms the Core 9 273PTE. The Core 9 273PTE is the superior choice for every measured application, from rendering to encryption to single-thread responsiveness. Users selecting a processor from this pair should base the decision on the Core 9 273PTE's higher performance, unless the Core 5 211TE's lower launch MSRP is a binding constraint.