Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

Intel Core 5 211TE and Intel Core i7-14700T are both 10 nm Intel desktop processors on the LGA 1700 socket, but they occupy very different positions in the performance spectrum. The 211TE is a Bartlett Lake part with 10 cores and 16 threads, while the 14700T is a Raptor Lake Refresh part with 20 cores and 28 threads. The benchmark data shows a decisive performance gap, with the i7-14700T winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons, often by substantial margins.

FAQ

Q: How large is the performance gap between the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core i7-14700T?

A: The i7-14700T wins every benchmark in the comparison. In multi-core tests, the gap ranges from a 53% advantage in Cinebench R15 to a 70.1% advantage in PassMark integer math. The average benchmark score for the i7-14700T is 41914, compared to 15370 for the 211TE.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads, giving it double the core count and 12 additional threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T reaches a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a lower boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: How do their thermal design power (TDP) ratings compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has a TDP of 45 W, while the Intel Core i7-14700T has a lower TDP of 35 W. This means the more powerful processor is rated for a lower power draw.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core i7-14700T support ECC memory. They also both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.

Q: What integrated graphics do they each use?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730. The Intel Core i7-14700T uses a more capable UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 211TE, codenamed Bartlett Lake, is a newer design released in January 2025. It uses a 10-core, 16-thread configuration. The Intel Core i7-14700T, codenamed Raptor Lake-R, is from the Core 14th Gen series and was released in January 2024. It uses a 20-core, 28-thread configuration. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry.

The die size differs significantly. The 211TE has a die size of 215 mm², while the 14700T has a larger die at 257 mm². This larger die accommodates the additional cores and cache. The 211TE has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, while the 14700T has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache also differs, with the 211TE offering 20 MB shared and the 14700T offering 33 MB shared. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core.

The architecture generations are distinct. The 211TE is listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake), while the 14700T is listed as Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The 14700T uses the older Raptor Lake architecture, but the data shows it delivers substantially higher performance. Despite the architectural difference, both processors use the same Intel Socket 1700 and support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics differ between the two. The 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the 14700T uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and both are listed as Active in production status. The part numbers are SRQDL for the 211TE and SRN41 for the 14700T.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core i7-14700T is the clear choice for any workload that can leverage multiple cores. It wins 17 out of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, with its smallest advantage being 34.3% in PassMark physics. The i7-14700T also holds an 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs, compared to the 69th percentile for the 211TE.

For users who need maximum multi-threaded performance, the i7-14700T delivers. Its average benchmark score of 41914 is more than double the 15370 average of the 211TE. The i7-14700T also has a higher launch MSRP of $384, compared to $221 for the 211TE, reflecting its superior capabilities.

The 211TE is a lower-power option with a 45 W TDP versus 35 W for the 14700T, but this does not translate to better performance. The 14700T actually has a lower TDP while delivering much higher scores, making it more efficient in terms of performance per watt. The 211TE does have a higher base clock of 1.70 GHz versus 1.30 GHz for the 14700T, but the 14700T compensates with a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz.

The choice depends on the specific workload. For single-threaded tasks, the 14700T is also superior, with a 53% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core. There is no benchmark category where the 211TE comes out ahead. The data does not support choosing the 211TE over the 14700T for any measured performance metric.

Specification Differences

The two processors share many specifications, including 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 CPU lanes, and desktop market segment. Their specifications diverge in several key areas.

The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads. The 211TE has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The 14700T has a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The TDP is 45 W for the 211TE and 35 W for the 14700T.

The die size is 215 mm² for the 211TE and 257 mm² for the 14700T. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the 211TE and 2 MB per core for the 14700T. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared for the 211TE and 33 MB shared for the 14700T. The memory bandwidth is listed as 76.8 GB/s for the 211TE, while no value is recorded for the 14700T.

The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the 211TE and UHD Graphics 770 for the 14700T. The release dates differ, with the 211TE launching in January 2025 and the 14700T launching in January 2024. The launch MSRP is $221 for the 211TE and $384 for the 14700T. The part numbers are SRQDL for the 211TE and SRN41 for the 14700T.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are one-sided. The Intel Core i7-14700T wins all 17 recorded comparisons. The largest single-core advantage appears in PassMark single-thread, where the 14700T scores 3905 against 1408 for the 211TE, a 63.9% difference. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the 14700T scores 3667 against 1722, a 53% advantage.

Multi-core results show even larger gaps. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 14700T scores 25980 versus 12201 for the 211TE, a 53% difference. The PassMark integer math test shows the 14700T at 113854 versus 33991 for the 211TE, the largest gap in the dataset at 70.1%. Floating-point math shows a 66.9% difference, with scores of 79042 for the 14700T and 26150 for the 211TE.

The data compression test shows the 14700T at 354216 versus 133434 for the 211TE, a 62.3% difference. Data encryption shows a 66% gap, with the 14700T scoring 21277 and the 211TE scoring 7231. The extended instructions test shows 20052 for the 14700T against 8615 for the 211TE, a 57% difference.

The smallest margin is in PassMark physics, where the 14700T scores 1946 and the 211TE scores 1278, a 34.3% difference. The multithread test shows a 61.8% gap, with scores of 30571 for the 14700T and 11685 for the 211TE. Random string sorting shows a 61.5% difference, with 38546 for the 14700T and 14838 for the 211TE. The find prime numbers test shows a 50.3% difference, with 145 for the 14700T and 72 for the 211TE.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700T wins in every single benchmark category recorded. This includes all Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 tests, both multi-core and single-core. It also wins all PassMark tests, covering data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating-point math, integer math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread performance.

The Intel Core 5 211TE has no wins in the head-to-head comparison. Its only potential advantages are in specifications not covered by the benchmark suite. It has a higher base clock of 1.70 GHz versus 1.30 GHz for the 14700T, and it has a smaller die size of 215 mm² versus 257 mm². The 211TE also has a lower launch MSRP of $221 versus $384 for the 14700T, though price comparisons are outside the scope of this analysis.

The 211TE does have a higher TDP of 45 W versus 35 W for the 14700T, which might suggest a higher power ceiling, but the benchmark data does not reflect any performance advantage from this. The 14700T delivers higher scores in every test while being rated for lower power consumption.

The data shows that the 14700T is the superior processor for all measured workloads. The 211TE may appeal to those prioritizing its specific specification profile, such as the higher base clock or the smaller die size, but the recorded benchmarks do not indicate any performance scenario where it comes out ahead. The 211TE sits at the 69th percentile of all CPUs, while the 14700T sits at the 88th percentile, confirming the performance hierarchy.