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

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i9-14900HX wins every single comparison in the database. Across 17 recorded tests, the i9-14900HX takes all 17, while the Intel Core 5 211TE records zero wins. The scale of the margin varies by workload, but the direction is consistent in every category.

For single-threaded work, the i9-14900HX leads by a meaningful but not overwhelming margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i9 scores 2181.5 versus 1722 for the Core 5 211TE, a 21.1% gap. PassMark single-thread shows 4175 versus 1408, a 66.3% difference. The single-core advantage is therefore substantial, though it is the narrowest area of comparison in relative terms.

Multi-threaded workloads tell a different story. The i9-14900HX opens up much larger leads when all cores are engaged. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 30055 versus 12201, a 59.4% gap. Cinebench R20 multicore shows 15616 versus 5124, a 67.2% margin. PassMark multithread shows 43778 versus 11685, a 73.3% difference. The pattern suggests that the i9-14900HX scales better with thread count, which is consistent with its larger core count.

The biggest wins for the i9-14900HX come in math-heavy integer workloads. PassMark integer math records 157375 versus 33991, a 78.4% gap. Floating-point math shows 112273 versus 26150, a 76.7% margin. Data encryption shows 32619 versus 7231, a 77.8% gap. These are the largest deltas in the entire comparison, indicating that the i9-14900HX is particularly strong in arithmetic and cryptographic workloads.

The Core 5 211TE has no workload category where it takes the lead. Even in physics simulation, where the margin is smallest in percentage terms, the i9-14900HX still wins with 2638 versus 1278, a 51.6% gap. The Core 5 211TE sits in the 69th percentile of all CPUs, while the i9-14900HX sits in the 91st percentile. The average benchmark score reinforces the hierarchy: 15370 for the Core 5 211TE versus 56004 for the i9-14900HX.

Architecture Differences

The two processors belong to different Intel generations and target different market segments. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is listed under the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. It is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700. The Intel Core i9-14900HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-HX, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. It is a mobile part on Intel BGA 1964.

Core counts differ sharply. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The i9-14900HX has 24 cores and 32 threads. That difference in thread count explains much of the multi-threaded performance gap. The i9-14900HX also has a higher boost clock at 5.80 GHz versus 4.80 GHz, and a higher base clock at 2.20 GHz versus 1.70 GHz. Its TDP is 55 W compared to 45 W for the Core 5 211TE.

Cache hierarchies differ in size. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 per core, but the L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core on the Core 5 211TE and 2 MB per core on the i9-14900HX. Shared L3 cache is 20 MB on the Core 5 211TE and 36 MB on the i9-14900HX. The larger caches on the i9-14900HX support its higher core count and heavier workload capacity.

Die size also differs: the Core 5 211TE measures 215 mm², while the i9-14900HX measures 257 mm². Both are fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel. Neither processor uses a 3D V-Cache. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The Core 5 211TE has a listed memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s; the i9-14900HX does not have a memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory. Both use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 211TE carries UHD Graphics 730, while the i9-14900HX carries UHD Graphics 770. The i9-14900HX has an unlocked multiplier; the Core 5 211TE does not. Release dates also differ: the Core 5 211TE launched on 2025-01-12, while the i9-14900HX launched on 2024-01-07.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows a consistent pattern across versions. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i9-14900HX scores 4574 against 1229, a 73.1% margin. Single-core R15 shows 310.5 versus 173, a 44.3% gap. Cinebench R20 multicore shows 15616 versus 5124, a 67.2% margin, and single-core R20 shows 2204 versus 723, also a 67.2% gap. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 30055 versus 12201, a 59.4% margin, while single-core R23 shows 2181.5 versus 1722, a 21.1% gap. The single-core gap narrows in newer Cinebench versions, while the multicore gap remains large throughout.

PassMark data compression shows 539965 versus 133434, a 75.3% margin. Data encryption shows 32619 versus 7231, a 77.8% gap. Extended instructions show 31247 versus 8615, a 72.4% margin. Prime number finding shows 193 versus 72, a 62.7% gap. Floating-point math shows 112273 versus 26150, a 76.7% margin. Integer math shows 157375 versus 33991, a 78.4% gap, the largest delta in the entire comparison.

PassMark multithread shows 43778 versus 11685, a 73.3% margin. Physics shows 2638 versus 1278, a 51.6% gap, the smallest percentage margin in the data. Random string sorting shows 60861 versus 14838, a 75.6% margin. Single-thread shows 4175 versus 1408, a 66.3% gap. The i9-14900HX also has Geekbench results in the database: 17511 multicore and 2330 single-core. The Core 5 211TE has no Geekbench entries.

The nearest rival data places each processor in a different competitive tier. The Core 5 211TE has an average benchmark score of 15370, with nearest rivals including the AMD EPYC 7543 at 15477 (0.7% higher), the AMD EPYC 7702P at 15130 (1.6% lower), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15682 (2% higher), and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15022 (2.3% lower). The i9-14900HX has an average score of 56004, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core 7 253PQE at 55919 (0.2% lower), the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 at 56273 (0.5% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 at 56306 (0.5% higher), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX at 56555 (1% higher). The i9-14900HX competes in a far higher performance band.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

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

Q: How large is the single-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The i9-14900HX scores 2181.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the Core 5 211TE scores 1722, a 21.1% difference.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

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

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

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

Q: What is the largest performance gap in the head-to-head data?

A: PassMark integer math shows the largest gap: 157375 for the i9-14900HX versus 33991 for the Core 5 211TE, a 78.4% margin.

Q: Are both processors on the same process node?

A: Yes, both are fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211TE | Intel Core i9-14900HX |

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

| Cores | 10 | 24 |

| Threads | 16 | 32 |

| Base clock | 1.70 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 55 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) |

| Die size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 cache | 20 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

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

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

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Launch date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not listed |

The two processors also share several specifications. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, support ECC memory, use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, and are manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. The i9-14900HX was released earlier and carries an unlocked multiplier, while the Core 5 211TE is a locked desktop part.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Core i9-14900HX outperforms the Intel Core 5 211TE in every benchmark in the database, with margins ranging from 21.1% in Cinebench R23 single-core to 78.4% in PassMark integer math. The i9-14900HX delivers roughly 3.6 times the average benchmark score of the Core 5 211TE, with an average of 56004 versus 15370. Its 91st percentile ranking versus the 69th percentile for the Core 5 211TE places it in a higher competitive tier.

The i9-14900HX is the appropriate choice for workloads that demand maximum throughput. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, larger caches, and higher clock speeds drive large margins in multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, and math-heavy tasks. The Core 5 211TE, with 10 cores and 16 threads, cannot match that capacity. Its single-core performance is also behind, though the gap is smaller in percentage terms.

The Core 5 211TE remains a functional desktop processor. Its 45 W TDP and socket compatibility with Intel Socket 1700 differentiate it from the mobile BGA 1964 package of the i9-14900HX. The Core 5 211TE also carries a listed launch MSRP of $221, while the i9-14900HX has no launch price in the database. For users constrained by those factors, the Core 5 211TE offers a working set of features, including ECC support and dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 memory.

The performance data, however, is decisive. In every measured category, the i9-14900HX holds a lead. The smallest margin is 51.6% in PassMark physics, and the largest is 78.4% in PassMark integer math. The Core 5 211TE does not win a single head-to-head comparison. Users who prioritize raw performance across the benchmark suite should select the i9-14900HX. Users who require a desktop socket, a lower TDP, or the specific feature set of the Core 5 211TE will find it viable, but the benchmark data offers no workload where it takes the lead.