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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core i9-14900 is decisively one-sided. Across all 17 recorded head-to-head tests, the Core i9-14900 takes every single victory. The Core 5 211TE does not win a single benchmark in the database. The largest margin appears in PassMark integer math, where the i9-14900 scores 175010 against 33991, a delta of -80.6% for the Core 5 211TE. That means the i9-14900 delivers more than five times the integer throughput in this specific workload.

The gap narrows considerably in single-core tests. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i9-14900 posts 2212 versus 1722, a delta of -22.2%. This is the closest relative margin in the entire dataset. The same pattern holds in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the i9-14900 scores 315 against 173, a delta of -45.1%. While the i9-14900 still wins, the single-threaded advantage is far smaller than the multi-threaded one, suggesting the architectural differences matter more when all cores are engaged.

Multi-core workloads show the i9-14900's dominance. Cinebench R23 multi-core gives the i9-14900 a score of 31070 versus 12201 for the Core 5 211TE, a delta of -60.7%. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 15910 against 5124, a delta of -67.8%. The i9-14900 also leads in PassMark multithread with 44578 versus 11685, a delta of -73.8%. The data compression test is similarly lopsided: 550271 for the i9-14900 against 133434, a delta of -75.8%.

Encryption and floating-point workloads reinforce the pattern. PassMark data encryption shows 33540 for the i9-14900 versus 7231, a delta of -78.4%. Floating-point math yields 120262 against 26150, a delta of -78.3%. Extended instructions follow at 30624 versus 8615, a delta of -71.9%. Random string sorting shows 61060 against 14838, a delta of -75.7%. Prime number finding gives 188 versus 72, a delta of -61.7%. Physics simulation shows 2486 against 1278, a delta of -48.6%.

The average benchmark scores confirm the hierarchy. The i9-14900 averages 58115 across the database, while the Core 5 211TE averages 15370. The i9-14900 sits at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 5 211TE sits at the 69th percentile. The i9-14900's nearest rivals, all within a narrow band, include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M at -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D at -0.5%, and the Intel Xeon w5-2545 at -0.7%. The Core 5 211TE's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 at -0.7%, the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at -2%, and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 2.3%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same socket, Intel Socket 1700, and both use a 10 nm process node from Intel. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and both support ECC memory. Both also expose Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes from the CPU. The similarities end there.

The Core i9-14900 uses a 24-core, 32-thread configuration based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename. The Core 5 211TE uses a 10-core, 16-thread configuration based on the Bartlett Lake codename. The i9-14900's base clock is 2.00 GHz and its boost clock reaches 5.80 GHz. The Core 5 211TE has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i9-14900 therefore has both a higher idle baseline and a substantially higher maximum frequency.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. Both chips allocate 80 KB of L1 per core. The L2 cache, however, is 2 MB per core on the i9-14900 versus 1.25 MB per core on the Core 5 211TE. The L3 cache is 36 MB shared on the i9-14900 versus 20 MB shared on the Core 5 211TE. The i9-14900 has nearly double the L3 capacity and a larger per-core L2 allocation.

Die size also differs. The i9-14900 measures 257 mm², while the Core 5 211TE measures 215 mm². The power envelope is another differentiator: the i9-14900 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Core 5 211TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The integrated graphics differ as well, with the i9-14900 carrying UHD Graphics 770 and the Core 5 211TE carrying UHD Graphics 730.

The i9-14900 is part of the Core 14th Gen series with the Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation label. The Core 5 211TE is listed without a series designation but carries the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation label. Release dates also differ, with the i9-14900 appearing in the database in January 2024 and the Core 5 211TE following in January 2025. The launch MSRP for the i9-14900 is $549, while the Core 5 211TE's launch MSRP is $221. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The i9-14900 wins every workload category present in the database. There is no benchmark where the Core 5 211TE takes the lead. The question is not which chip wins, but how the magnitude of the i9-14900's advantage varies across different types of workloads.

The i9-14900's smallest relative advantage is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it leads by 22.2%. This indicates that for lightly threaded tasks, the Core 5 211TE is closer to competitive, though still behind. The 4.80 GHz boost clock of the Core 5 211TE helps narrow the gap against the i9-14900's 5.80 GHz boost, but it cannot close it entirely. Single-threaded PassMark scores show a 67.4% gap, though this test appears twice in the database, once as passmark_single_thread and once as passmark_singlethread, with identical results.

The i9-14900's largest advantages appear in integer math, floating-point math, encryption, and data compression, all with deltas of -75% or worse. These workloads scale heavily with core count and cache capacity, both of which favor the i9-14900. The 24-core configuration with 36 MB of L3 cache provides a massive throughput advantage over the 10-core Bartlett Lake chip with 20 MB of L3.

The Core 5 211TE, despite losing all benchmarks, still occupies a distinct position. Its 45-watt TDP, ECC support, and 10 nm process suggest a focus on efficiency-sensitive desktop deployments. The i9-14900, with its 65-watt TDP and higher clock speeds, targets maximum performance. The Core 5 211TE's nearest rival list includes the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U and Intel Core i3-1315U, both mobile or low-power parts, indicating its competitive neighborhood. The i9-14900's nearest rivals are high-end server and workstation processors, including Xeon and EPYC parts, which places it in a much higher performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz. The Intel Core 5 211TE boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has an average benchmark score of 58115. The Intel Core 5 211TE has an average benchmark score of 15370.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i9-14900 and the Intel Core 5 211TE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Specification Differences

• Cores: Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores; Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores.
• Threads: Intel Core i9-14900 has 32 threads; Intel Core 5 211TE has 16 threads.
• Base clock: Intel Core i9-14900 is 2.00 GHz; Intel Core 5 211TE is 1.70 GHz.
• Boost clock: Intel Core i9-14900 is 5.80 GHz; Intel Core 5 211TE is 4.80 GHz.
• TDP: Intel Core i9-14900 is 65 watts; Intel Core 5 211TE is 45 watts.
• Codename: Intel Core i9-14900 is Raptor Lake-R; Intel Core 5 211TE is Bartlett Lake.
• Generation: Intel Core i9-14900 is Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh); Intel Core 5 211TE is Core 5 (Bartlett Lake).
• Die size: Intel Core i9-14900 is 257 mm²; Intel Core 5 211TE is 215 mm².
• L2 cache: Intel Core i9-14900 is 2 MB per core; Intel Core 5 211TE is 1.25 MB per core.
• L3 cache: Intel Core i9-14900 is 36 MB shared; Intel Core 5 211TE is 20 MB shared.
• Memory bandwidth: Intel Core i9-14900 has no recorded bandwidth figure; Intel Core 5 211TE is 76.8 GB/s.
• Integrated graphics: Intel Core i9-14900 uses UHD Graphics 770; Intel Core 5 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730.
• Release date: Intel Core i9-14900 is January 2024; Intel Core 5 211TE is January 2025.
• Launch MSRP: Intel Core i9-14900 is $549; Intel Core 5 211TE is $221.
• Part number: Intel Core i9-14900 is SRN3V; Intel Core 5 211TE is SRQDL.

The Verdict

The database shows a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core i9-14900 wins all 17 head-to-head benchmarks, holds the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, and averages 58115 in benchmark scores. The Intel Core 5 211TE wins no benchmarks, sits at the 69th percentile, and averages 15370. For workloads that demand maximum multi-threaded throughput, the i9-14900 is the only choice between these two. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 5.80 GHz boost clock produce deltas of -60% or worse across most multi-threaded tests.

The Core 5 211TE is not without a role. Its 45-watt TDP, ECC support, and lower launch MSRP of $221 position it as a more modest desktop part. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U and Intel Core i3-1315U, both of which are closer in average score. The i9-14900, by contrast, competes with Xeon and EPYC parts in the database records.

Single-threaded workloads show the smallest gap. The Cinebench R23 single-core delta of -22.2% indicates the Core 5 211TE is less far behind when only one core is active. Still, the i9-14900 wins even there. The data supports a straightforward conclusion: the i9-14900 is the higher-performing processor in every measured category, while the Core 5 211TE offers a lower-power, lower-cost alternative with ECC memory support and a more modest performance envelope.