Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records six direct comparisons between the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core i5-14401E, all drawn from the Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 suites. The pattern is uniform: the Intel Core i5-14401E wins every single test, and the margins are strikingly consistent. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i5-14401E scores 1830 against 1229 for the Core 5 211TE, a gap of 32.8 percent. The same 32.8 percent deficit appears in R20 multicore, where the i5-14401E records 7627 and the Core 5 211TE manages 5124. R23 multicore shows the same story: 18161 for the i5-14401E versus 12201 for the Core 5 211TE, again 32.8 percent apart.

Single-core results mirror this pattern almost exactly. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the i5-14401E posts 258 while the Core 5 211TE sits at 173, a 32.9 percent difference. R20 single-core gives the i5-14401E 1076 against 723, a 32.8 percent gap. R23 single-core shows 2564 versus 1722, again 32.8 percent. The consistency of these margins across every test suggests that the performance difference is structural rather than workload-dependent. Whether the workload scales across cores or runs on a single thread, the i5-14401E holds the same proportional advantage.

The Core 5 211TE does have additional benchmark data outside the head-to-head set. In PassMark tests, it records 133434 in data compression, 7231 in data encryption, 8615 in extended instructions, 72 in prime number finding, 26150 in floating point math, 33991 in integer math, 11685 in multithread, 1278 in physics, 14838 in random string sorting, and 1408 in single-thread performance. No equivalent PassMark results exist in the database for the i5-14401E, so direct comparison in those workloads is not possible. The recorded average benchmark score for the Core 5 211TE is 15370, while the i5-14401E shows an average of 5253. That disparity reflects the different sets of tests each chip has logged, not a direct apples-to-apples comparison.

The percentile rankings place the two processors in different tiers. The Core 5 211TE sits at the 69th percentile against all CPUs in the database, while the i5-14401E sits at the 60th. Those rankings incorporate the full benchmark history for each part. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 211TE include the AMD EPYC 7543 with an average score of 15477 and a performance difference of 0.7 percent in favor of the EPYC, the AMD EPYC 7702P at 15130 with the Core 5 211TE ahead by 1.6 percent, the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15682 with the Core 5 211TE behind by 2 percent, and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15022 with the Core 5 211TE ahead by 2.3 percent. The i5-14401E sits near the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, which scores 5259 and trails the i5 by 0.1 percent, the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5241 with the i5 ahead by 0.2 percent, the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5240 with the i5 ahead by 0.2 percent, and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5210 with the i5 ahead by 0.8 percent.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-14401E wins all six recorded head-to-head benchmarks. That covers multicore and single-core rendering workloads across three Cinebench versions. The 32.8 percent advantage in multicore tests is substantial and indicates that heavily threaded workloads such as video rendering, 3D scene compilation, and batch processing will complete noticeably faster on the i5-14401E. The single-core advantage is equally strong at 32.8 to 32.9 percent, which matters for lightly threaded applications where one or two cores carry the load.

The Core 5 211TE does not win any of the six head-to-head tests. However, it has a broader benchmark footprint in the database. Its PassMark results show meaningful capability in specific workloads. Data compression at 133434 points is a strong result, as is integer math at 33991 and floating point math at 26150. Random string sorting at 14838 and multithread at 11685 also indicate solid throughput. For workloads outside the Cinebench suite, the Core 5 211TE demonstrates competent performance, though no comparable PassMark numbers exist for the i5-14401E in the database to establish a direct comparison.

The Core 5 211TE also carries a lower thermal design power of 45 watts against 65 watts for the i5-14401E. That 20 watt difference has practical implications for system cooling requirements and power delivery. Both processors use the same socket, so either will fit in the same motherboard infrastructure, but the Core 5 211TE places less demand on the cooling solution and power circuitry.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations despite sharing the same socket. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. The i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen Raptor Lake Refresh family. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, and both have a die size of 215 mm².

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite having fewer cores and threads, the i5-14401E wins every multicore benchmark by a wide margin. That points to a significant per-core performance advantage in the i5-14401E, likely stemming from higher clock speeds and architectural efficiency.

Clock speeds differ in both directions. The Core 5 211TE has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i5-14401E starts from a higher base frequency, which helps in sustained workloads, while the Core 5 211TE has a slightly higher boost ceiling. The thermal design power difference of 45 watts versus 65 watts means the i5-14401E can sustain higher clocks under load, which likely explains its benchmark dominance.

Cache configurations are identical. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is also the same: both accept DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. The Core 5 211TE lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-14401E has no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database. PCI Express support matches as well, with both offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics are identical. Both use the UHD Graphics 730. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking through the clock multiplier is not available on either part. Both target the desktop market segment and both are listed as active production parts. The Core 5 211TE has a launch MSRP of $221 and a part number of SRQDL. The i5-14401E has no recorded launch MSRP and uses part number Q49JSRNJS. The Core 5 211TE was released in January 2025, while the i5-14401E appeared in June 2024.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for raw performance. The Intel Core i5-14401E wins all six head-to-head benchmarks with margins near 33 percent in both single-core and multicore tests. For applications that rely on Cinebench-style rendering workloads, the i5-14401E delivers substantially higher throughput despite having 4 fewer cores and 4 fewer threads. The higher base clock of 2.50 GHz and the 65 watt thermal design power appear to give it a significant per-core advantage over the Core 5 211TE, which runs a 1.70 GHz base clock within a 45 watt envelope.

The Core 5 211TE is not without merit. Its 10 cores and 16 threads provide a higher theoretical thread count, and its PassMark results indicate strong performance in data compression, integer math, and floating point math. Its 45 watt thermal design power makes it a lower-power option, which matters for compact builds or systems with modest cooling. Its boost clock of 4.80 GHz is slightly higher than the i5-14401E's 4.70 GHz, though the benchmark data shows that advantage does not translate into wins.

The percentile rankings add context. The Core 5 211TE sits at the 69th percentile against all CPUs, while the i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile. Those rankings draw on different benchmark histories, so they are not directly comparable in the same way the head-to-head results are. The head-to-head results are unambiguous: the i5-14401E wins every recorded test.

For a builder prioritizing computing throughput in rendering and multi-threaded applications, the i5-14401E is the stronger choice based on the recorded data. For a builder prioritizing lower power draw and a higher core count, the Core 5 211TE offers those attributes, though the benchmark evidence shows it trails the i5-14401E in the tested workloads.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E wins all six recorded head-to-head benchmarks, covering Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multicore tests.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multicore tests?

A: The i5-14401E leads by 32.8 percent in Cinebench R15 multicore, R20 multicore, and R23 multicore. In R15 multicore the scores are 1830 versus 1229, in R20 multicore they are 7627 versus 5124, and in R23 multicore they are 18161 versus 12201.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. The Core 5 211TE records a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the i5-14401E.

Q: What are the thermal design power ratings?

A: The Core 5 211TE has a thermal design power of 45 watts. The i5-14401E has a thermal design power of 65 watts.

Q: Do the two processors use the same socket and integrated graphics?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700 and both integrate UHD Graphics 730. Both also use PCI Express Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211TE | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 10 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base clock | 1.70 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| Thermal design power | 45 W | 65 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not recorded |

| Release date | January 2025 | June 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not recorded |

| Part number | SRQDL | Q49JSRNJS |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 69 | 60 |

| Average benchmark score | 15370 | 5253 |

Shared specifications include the 10 nm process node, 215 mm² die size, 80 KB L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB L2 cache per core, 20 MB shared L3 cache, DDR4/DDR5 dual-channel memory support, ECC memory support, PCI Express Gen 5 with 16 lanes, UHD Graphics 730, Intel Socket 1700, locked multiplier, and active production status.