Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark split between these two processors is remarkably one-sided. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 5 211TE takes a single victory. That sole win comes in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the desktop chip scores 12201 against the mobile part's 10301, a margin of 18.4%. This indicates the Core 5 211TE holds an advantage in sustained multi-threaded rendering workloads, likely due to its higher core count and desktop-oriented power envelope.

Every other category falls to the Core Ultra 7 258V. The largest gaps appear in single-threaded PassMark tests, where the Ultra 7 scores 4018 versus 1408, a 65% advantage. Similarly, floating-point math shows a 54.4% lead (57372 vs 26150), and prime number finding shows a 61.1% lead (185 vs 72). These are not marginal differences; the mobile chip consistently outpaces the desktop part by wide margins in most compute tasks.

The practical takeaway is that the Core Ultra 7 258V dominates in throughput-oriented workloads like encryption, compression, and extended instruction sets, while the Core 5 211TE only shows superiority in one specific rendering benchmark. For users prioritizing general application performance, the data strongly favors the Ultra 7. For those running Cinebench R23 multi-core as a primary workload, the Core 5 211TE offers a measurable advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses Bartlett Lake, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². It targets the desktop segment with an Intel Socket 1700 and a 45 W TDP. The Core Ultra 7 258V uses Lunar Lake architecture, fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC, and is a mobile part on Intel BGA 2833 with a 17 W TDP. The process node difference is substantial: 10 nm versus 3 nm, which helps explain the efficiency gap between the two.

Core configurations differ significantly. The Core 5 211TE packs 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 258V has 8 cores and 8 threads. Despite having fewer threads, the Ultra 7 still wins the majority of multi-threaded tests, indicating superior per-core performance. Cache layouts also diverge: the Core 5 uses 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The Core Ultra 7 counters with 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. The smaller L3 on the Ultra 7 is compensated by larger L1 and L2 allocations.

Memory support separates the two as well. The Core 5 211TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, plus ECC memory. The Core Ultra 7 258V uses LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory but a much higher 136.5 GB/s bandwidth, and lacks ECC support. PCIe connectivity also differs: the desktop chip offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the mobile chip provides Gen 5 with only 4 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics present a clear hierarchy. The Core 5 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730, a modest IGP for basic display output. The Core Ultra 7 258V ships with Arc 140V, which represents a significantly more capable integrated solution. The Arc 140V is positioned for light gaming and media work, while UHD 730 is primarily for office and productivity tasks.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R23 multi-core result is the outlier that defines the Core 5 211TE's sole victory. Scoring 12201 against 10301, the desktop chip leads by 18.4%. This suggests that in prolonged multi-threaded rendering, the combination of 10 cores, 16 threads, and a 45 W TDP allows the Core 5 to sustain higher throughput than the 8-core, 8-thread mobile part.

Beyond that, the Core Ultra 7 258V dominates every other recorded benchmark. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ultra 7 scores 1596.5 versus 1229, a 23% lead. Single-core R15 shows an even larger gap: 285 versus 173, a 39.3% advantage. Cinebench R20 repeats this pattern with a 24% lead in both multi-core (6739 vs 5124) and single-core (951 vs 723) tests. Cinebench R23 single-core gives the Ultra 7 an 8% edge (1872 vs 1722).

PassMark results amplify the Ultra 7's dominance. Data compression shows 176686 versus 133434, a 24.5% lead. Data encryption doubles the gap: 13534 versus 7231, a 46.6% advantage. Extended instructions score 14717 versus 8615, a 41.5% lead. Prime number finding delivers the most lopsided result at 61.1% (185 vs 72). Floating-point math reaches 57372 versus 26150, a 54.4% gap. Integer math is closer at 20.7% (42889 vs 33991). Multi-thread performance shows a 38.1% lead (18887 vs 11685). Physics tests give the Ultra 7 an 18.3% edge (1565 vs 1278). Random string sorting favors the Ultra 7 by 31.2% (21580 vs 14838).

The single-thread PassMark results are worth particular attention. The Ultra 7 scores 4018 in both PassMark single-thread and single-thread tests, versus 1408 for the Core 5, a 65% difference. This massive gap indicates that the Ultra 7's per-core efficiency, enabled by the 3 nm process and Lunar Lake architecture, far exceeds what the Bartlett Lake desktop chip can deliver.

The average benchmark scores reflect this overall balance. The Core Ultra 7 258V averages 20454 across all tests, while the Core 5 211TE averages 15370. In the database's percentile ranking, the Ultra 7 sits at the 74th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 69th percentile for the Core 5. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 include the AMD EPYC 7543 (15477, 0.7% higher) and the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (15682, 2% higher). The Ultra 7's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 (20468, 0.1% lower), placing it in a higher performance class entirely.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V has 8 cores and 8 threads. Despite the lower count, the Ultra 7 wins 16 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: The PassMark single-thread test shows the biggest difference, with the Core Ultra 7 258V scoring 4018 versus 1408 for the Core 5 211TE, a 65% advantage.

Q: Does the Core 5 211TE win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 12201 against 10301 for the Core Ultra 7 258V, a margin of 18.4%.

Q: How do their memory systems differ?

A: The Core 5 211TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. The Core Ultra 7 258V uses LPDDR5X with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support.

Q: Which chip has a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Core Ultra 7 258V uses a 3 nm process from TSMC, while the Core 5 211TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel. This contributes to the Ultra 7's efficiency advantage.

Q: What are the power consumption ratings?

A: The Core 5 211TE has a 45 W TDP, while the Core Ultra 7 258V has a 17 W TDP. The Ultra 7 delivers higher performance at less than half the power budget.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for most users. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V wins 16 of 17 benchmarks, holds a 74th percentile ranking versus 69th for the Core 5 211TE, and achieves a higher average benchmark score of 20454 against 15370. Its 65% lead in single-thread performance and 54.4% lead in floating-point math indicate that it is the stronger processor for general computing, content creation, and productivity tasks. The 17 W TDP makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency matters.

The Intel Core 5 211TE appeals to a narrower audience. Its single win in Cinebench R23 multi-core, with an 18.4% advantage, suggests it holds value for workloads specifically built around that rendering engine. The 45 W TDP, desktop socket, and ECC memory support position it for stationary systems where sustained multi-threaded rendering is the primary task. Its 10 cores and 16 threads provide headroom for parallel workloads that scale beyond 8 threads.

For a desktop user running Cinebench R23 as a primary benchmark, the Core 5 211TE offers a measurable edge. For virtually everything else, the Core Ultra 7 258V delivers superior performance, better efficiency, and a higher ranking in the database. The mobile chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and Ryzen 5 8500G, placing it in solid mid-range desktop territory despite its mobile form factor. The Core 5 211TE sits closer to the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U and EPYC 7543, indicating a lower overall performance tier.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211TE | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.70 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 17 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Lunar Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Arc 140V |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-09-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRQDL | SRPMNSRPMT |

The specification table shows two chips designed for different purposes. The Core 5 211TE uses a larger, older process with more cores and threads, higher TDP, and desktop connectivity. The Core Ultra 7 258V uses a smaller, newer process with fewer cores but higher clocks, dramatically more memory bandwidth, and a much lower power draw. Both reach the same 4.80 GHz boost clock, but the Ultra 7 achieves this at 17 W compared to 45 W for the Core 5. The Ultra 7's LPDDR5X memory provides 136.5 GB/s bandwidth versus 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5's DDR4/DDR5 setup, a 78% advantage that contributes to its benchmark dominance.