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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core i7-14701TE across all 17 benchmark comparisons. The Intel Core 5 211TE does not register a single win in any measured test, with the i7-14701TE leading by margins ranging from 28.4% to 49.7%.

The smallest gaps appear in the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the i7-14701TE scores 17035 against 12201 for the Core 5 211TE, a delta of 28.4%. Single-core results follow the same pattern: Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2405 versus 1722, again a 28.4% difference. The Cinebench R15 and R20 tests, both multicore and single-core, repeat this exact 28.4% to 28.5% delta, indicating a consistent performance ratio between the two processors in rendering workloads.

The PassMark suite reveals larger disparities. The widest margin is found in PassMark find prime numbers, where the i7-14701TE scores 143 versus 72, a 49.7% advantage. Floating point math shows a 47.9% gap (50219 versus 26150), and integer math trails closely at 48.3% (65792 versus 33991). Single-thread performance in PassMark delivers 2637 for the i7-14701TE against 1408 for the Core 5 211TE, a 46.6% difference.

Data-oriented workloads also favor the i7-14701TE decisively. PassMark data compression shows 220520 versus 133434, a 39.5% gap, while data encryption records 11699 versus 7231, a 38.2% difference. Extended instructions produce 14354 versus 8615, a 40% gap. Random string sorting shows 22760 versus 14838, a 34.8% delta, and multithread performance lands at 20042 versus 11685, a 41.7% gap. Physics simulation rounds out the results with 1860 versus 1278, a 31.3% margin.

The average benchmark score reinforces the hierarchy. The i7-14701TE posts an average of 26013, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs tracked in the database. The Core 5 211TE averages 15370, which lands in the 69th percentile. The i7-14701TE sits near the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (25981, 0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS (26106, -0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE (25880, 0.5%). The Core 5 211TE compares closely to the AMD EPYC 7543 (15477, -0.7%), the AMD EPYC 7702P (15130, 1.6%), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (15682, -2%), and the Intel Core i3-1315U (15022, 2.3%).

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark results do not provide any category where the Intel Core 5 211TE takes the lead. Every workload type, from rendering to encryption to physics, falls to the Intel Core i7-14701TE. The data therefore splits cleanly: the i7-14701TE wins everywhere, and the Core 5 211TE holds no winning segment.

The i7-14701TE shows its strongest relative performance in integer-heavy and math-heavy tasks. Prime number finding (49.7% ahead), integer math (48.3%), and floating point math (47.9%) are the largest deltas. These results indicate that the i7-14701TE is particularly effective in computational workloads that stress arithmetic throughput.

In rendering workloads, the i7-14701TE maintains a consistent but smaller advantage of 28.4% across all Cinebench versions. This consistency suggests that the performance ratio is stable regardless of the Cinebench iteration, which is useful for predicting behavior in similar multi-threaded rendering tasks.

For single-threaded responsiveness, PassMark single-thread shows a 46.6% gap, while Cinebench R23 single-core shows only 28.4%. The difference between these two measurements indicates that the single-thread advantage of the i7-14701TE varies by workload type, with PassMark's test being more favorable to the i7-14701TE than Cinebench's.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share several foundational characteristics but diverge in core configuration and cache design. Both use a 10 nm process node from Intel, both are built for Intel Socket 1700, and both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. Both also support ECC memory and use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The core counts differ. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. The i7-14701TE achieves higher performance with fewer physical cores, which points to architectural efficiency differences rather than simple core count advantages.

Clock speeds favor the i7-14701TE. The base clock sits at 2.10 GHz for the i7-14701TE versus 1.70 GHz for the Core 5 211TE. The boost clock reaches 5.20 GHz on the i7-14701TE compared to 4.80 GHz on the Core 5 211TE. Both processors carry a 45 W TDP.

Cache allocations differ substantially. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is larger on the i7-14701TE at 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core on the Core 5 211TE. The L3 cache shows the largest gap: 33 MB shared on the i7-14701TE against 20 MB shared on the Core 5 211TE.

The die size also differs. The i7-14701TE measures 257 mm², while the Core 5 211TE measures 215 mm². The codenames reflect different design lineages: the Core 5 211TE uses Bartlett Lake, while the i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake-R under the Raptor Lake architecture. The integrated graphics differ as well, with the i7-14701TE featuring UHD Graphics 770 and the Core 5 211TE using UHD Graphics 730.

The Core 5 211TE has a recorded launch MSRP of $221. The i7-14701TE has no launch MSRP recorded in the database. The Core 5 211TE was released on 2025-01-12, while the i7-14701TE was released on 2024-06-30. Both processors are currently active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for workloads where raw performance matters. The Intel Core i7-14701TE outperforms the Intel Core 5 211TE in every recorded benchmark, with deltas between 28.4% and 49.7%. The average benchmark score of 26013 versus 15370 places the i7-14701TE nine percentile points higher in the database distribution. Systems requiring maximum throughput in rendering, encryption, compression, or math-heavy tasks should favor the i7-14701TE.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does offer 10 cores against 8, but this does not translate into any benchmark advantage. The i7-14701TE compensates with higher clocks, more L2 and L3 cache, and a newer architectural implementation that delivers superior results across all tests. The Core 5 211TE remains a functional 45 W desktop processor, but the recorded measurements show no scenario where it surpasses the i7-14701TE.

Both processors share the same socket, memory support, PCIe configuration, and ECC capability, which means platform compatibility is not a differentiating factor. The decision rests entirely on performance requirements. The i7-14701TE is the stronger part by every measured metric.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

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

Q: What is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 17035, and the Intel Core 5 211TE scores 12201. This is a 28.4% difference in favor of the i7-14701TE.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core i7-14701TE support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to 4.80 GHz on the Intel Core 5 211TE.

Q: How do the two processors compare in PassMark single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 2637, and the Intel Core 5 211TE scores 1408. The i7-14701TE leads by 46.6%.

Q: Are both processors on the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700.

Specification Differences

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

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.70 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

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

| Die Size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

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

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

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not recorded |

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

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 69 | 78 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 15370 | 26013 |

| Part Number | SRQDL | Q49GSRNJL |

Identical specifications include the 10 nm process node, Intel Socket 1700, 45 W TDP, 16 threads, 80 KB L1 cache per core, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and locked multipliers. Both processors are active and target the desktop market.