Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a complete benchmark profile for the Intel Core 5 211TE, but the Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA has no recorded benchmark scores at the time of analysis. This makes a direct score-by-score comparison impossible. The 211TE's recorded data can still be positioned against its nearest rivals, which provides context for how the 235TA's competitor behaves in the market.

The Core 5 211TE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12201 and a single-core score of 1722. In Cinebench R20, it records 5124 multi-core and 723 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 1229 multi-core and 173 single-core. These figures indicate a processor that handles threaded workloads substantially better than single-threaded tasks, a common trait for a 10-core, 16-thread part with a 1.70 GHz base clock and 4.80 GHz boost clock.

PassMark results for the 211TE show a multi-thread score of 11685 and a single-thread score of 1408. Integer math scores 33991, while floating point math reaches 26150. Data compression scores 133434, data encryption scores 7231, and extended instructions score 8615. The find prime numbers test records 72, physics scores 1278, and random string sorting scores 14838.

The average benchmark score for the 211TE is 15370, placing it in the 69th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 with an average score of 15477 and a delta of -0.7%, meaning the EPYC is slightly ahead. The AMD Ryzen 3 7440U averages 15682 with a delta of -2%, also ahead. The AMD EPYC 7702P averages 15130 with a delta of 1.6%, so the 211TE is ahead of it. The Intel Core i3-1315U averages 15022 with a delta of 2.3%, so the 211TE also leads there. The data shows the 211TE sits in a tight cluster where the largest gap to any rival is 2.3%, indicating it trades blows with these parts rather than dominating them.

Because the 235TA has no benchmark entries, the database cannot assign it a win in any head-to-head test. The wins count for the 211TE is 0 and for the 235TA is 0, reflecting the absence of comparative data rather than a tied performance. The 235TA's percentile ranking of 50 is based on its specifications and market position, not measured results.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211TE boosts to 4.80 GHz. The 235TA also has a higher base clock at 2.20 GHz compared to 1.70 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the 235TA has a higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s for the 211TE.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Core Ultra 5 235TA has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The 211TE has more threads than cores, indicating Hyper-Threading support, while the 235TA has equal core and thread counts.

Q: Do these CPUs use the same socket?

A: No. The Core 5 211TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA uses Intel Socket 1851. They are not socket-compatible.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Core Ultra 5 235TA has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 5 211TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The 235TA also has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches at 192 KB and 3 MB per core, respectively, compared to 80 KB and 1.25 MB per core for the 211TE.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The Core 5 211TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU. The 235TA also supports ECC memory? No, the 211TE supports ECC memory, while the 235TA does not.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in memory flexibility. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5, which matters for builders reusing older memory kits or upgrading incrementally. It also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the Core Ultra 5 235TA. For systems where data integrity is a priority, such as small-scale servers or workstations running long computations, ECC support gives the 211TE a functional advantage that benchmarks do not capture.

The Core Ultra 5 235TA wins on raw specifications across nearly every metric. It has 14 cores versus 10, a higher base clock of 2.20 GHz versus 1.70 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. Its memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s is significantly higher than the 211TE's 76.8 GB/s, which benefits memory-intensive workloads. The larger caches, including 24 MB of L3 versus 20 MB, suggest better data locality handling. The 235TA also supports Gen 5 PCIe with 20 lanes, while the 211TE supports Gen 5 with 16 lanes, giving the 235TA more expansion headroom for GPUs and NVMe storage.

The 211TE wins on power efficiency at the specification level. Its TDP is 45 watts versus 65 watts for the 235TA. Lower power draw means less heat output and potentially smaller cooling requirements, which is relevant for compact desktop builds.

The 235TA wins on manufacturing process, using a 3 nm node from TSMC, while the 211TE uses a 10 nm node from Intel. The 235TA also has a much higher transistor count at 17,800 million, though its die size is slightly larger at 243 mm² versus 215 mm².

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA has 14 cores and 14 threads. Base clocks are 1.70 GHz and 2.20 GHz respectively, and boost clocks are 4.80 GHz and 5.00 GHz. TDP is 45 watts for the 211TE and 65 watts for the 235TA.

Sockets differ completely: the 211TE uses Intel Socket 1700, the 235TA uses Intel Socket 1851. Memory support differs as well: the 211TE accepts DDR4 and DDR5, while the 235TA accepts DDR5 only. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s for the 211TE and 102.4 GB/s for the 235TA. ECC memory is supported on the 211TE but not on the 235TA.

PCIe lanes differ: the 211TE provides 16 Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, while the 235TA provides 20 Gen 5 lanes. Integrated graphics differ, with the 211TE using UHD Graphics 730 and the 235TA using Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU. Process nodes differ at 10 nm for the 211TE and 3 nm for the 235TA, with different foundries: Intel for the 211TE and TSMC for the 235TA. Die sizes are 215 mm² and 243 mm², respectively. The 235TA lists 17,800 million transistors, while the 211TE has no transistor count in the database. Launch MSRP for the 211TE is $221, and for the 235TA it is $269.

Architecture Differences

The Core 5 211TE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Core Ultra 5 235TA belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, using Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename, built on TSMC's 3 nm process. The 235TA's transistor count of 17,800 million reflects the denser 3 nm node, though its die is larger at 243 mm² compared to 215 mm² for the 211TE.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. The 211TE uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The 235TA uses 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The per-core L2 increase from 1.25 MB to 3 MB is substantial and should reduce reliance on L3 for frequently accessed data.

The 211TE's 10-core, 16-thread configuration implies the use of simultaneous multithreading, while the 235TA's 14-core, 14-thread configuration does not. This means the 211TE can process 16 threads across 10 physical cores, while the 235TA processes 14 threads across 14 physical cores. The 235TA's higher physical core count may benefit workloads that scale with cores rather than threads.

Memory architecture also differs. The 235TA's memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s is 33.5% higher than the 211TE's 76.8 GB/s, which is directly tied to its DDR5-only support. The 211TE's dual support for DDR4 and DDR5 gives it broader compatibility but caps its bandwidth potential when using DDR4.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the 235TA uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU. The Arc branding indicates a newer graphics architecture, though no benchmark data exists in the database to quantify the difference.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split. The Intel Core 5 211TE is the choice for systems requiring memory flexibility or ECC support. Its dual DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility allows builders to choose cheaper or existing DDR4 memory, and ECC support makes it suitable for error-sensitive workloads. Its lower 45 watt TDP also makes it easier to cool in compact builds.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA is the choice for raw performance potential. Its 14 physical cores, higher clocks, larger caches, higher memory bandwidth, and newer 3 nm process all point to superior throughput in multi-core workloads. The 20 Gen 5 PCIe lanes provide more expansion capability. The lack of benchmark data means these advantages are inferred from specifications rather than measured results, but every recorded specification favors the 235TA except for thread count, ECC support, memory type flexibility, and power draw.

The 211TE's nearest rival comparisons show it performs within 2.3% of several AMD EPYC and Ryzen parts, which positions it as a mid-range desktop processor in the 69th percentile. The 235TA's 50th percentile ranking, based on specifications alone, suggests it may not match the 211TE's measured performance despite superior specifications, though this cannot be confirmed without benchmark entries.

For a builder prioritizing measured, verified performance and memory flexibility, the 211TE is the safer choice. For a builder prioritizing maximum core count, latest architecture, and future-proofing with DDR5 and more PCIe lanes, the 235TA is the specification leader. The absence of benchmark data for the 235TA is the deciding factor: the 211TE has proven results, while the 235TA's performance remains unverified in the database.