Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive outcome: the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core 5 211TE. There is no benchmark category in the database where the Core 5 211TE takes the lead, making this a one-sided performance matchup.

The largest margin comes from the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Core Ultra 7 265H scores 335 versus 72 for the Core 5 211TE, a 78.5% advantage. Floating point math shows a similar gap, with the Core Ultra 7 265H at 109123 compared to 26150, a 76% difference. Data encryption tells the same story: 26005 versus 7231, a 72.2% delta favoring the Core Ultra 7 265H.

Multithreaded workloads amplify the performance difference. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core Ultra 7 265H delivers 2989 points against 1229 for the Core 5 211TE, a 58.9% lead. Cinebench R20 multicore shows 12131 versus 5124, a 57.8% margin. The Cinebench R23 multicore gap narrows somewhat to 38.8%, with scores of 19940 and 12201 respectively.

The single-core results follow the same pattern but with smaller deltas. Cinebench R23 single-core shows the Core Ultra 7 265H at 2080 versus 1722 for the Core 5 211TE, a 17.2% advantage. Cinebench R15 single-core reveals a larger gap: 307 versus 173, a 43.6% difference. Cinebench R20 single-core sits at 1712 versus 723, a 57.8% margin.

PassMark integer math shows the Core Ultra 7 265H at 85479 against 33991 for the Core 5 211TE, a 60.2% lead. Extended instructions follow at 26805 versus 8615, a 67.9% delta. Random string sorting lands at 40742 versus 14838, a 63.6% difference. Data compression shows 334711 versus 133434, a 60.1% gap. The PassMark multithread score favors the Core Ultra 7 265H at 34027 versus 11685, a 65.7% difference. PassMark physics shows 2497 versus 1278, a 48.8% lead.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H wins every recorded benchmark category, so a use-case split based on wins favors the mobile processor across the board. The Core 5 211TE does not register a single victory in any of the 17 head-to-head tests, which means the data shows no workload type where it outperforms its rival.

For single-threaded tasks, the Core Ultra 7 265H holds a clear edge. The PassMark single-thread score of 4334 versus 1408 represents a 67.5% advantage, and the Cinebench single-core results confirm the same direction. For multithreaded rendering, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 19940 versus 12201 shows the Core Ultra 7 265H delivering 38.8% more performance.

The Core 5 211TE does offer certain platform characteristics that may matter in specific configurations. It uses Intel Socket 1700, supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and carries a 45 TDP rating. The Core Ultra 7 265H uses Intel BGA 2049, supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, and has a 28 TDP rating. These differences affect system design rather than raw benchmark outcomes.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design families. The Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry. The Core Ultra 7 265H uses the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-H codename, built on a 3 nm process node from TSMC. This manufacturing difference likely contributes to the performance gap.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The thread count is identical, but the Core Ultra 7 265H has 6 additional physical cores. Cache hierarchies also differ: the Core 5 211TE has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 265H has 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3 cache.

Clock speeds favor the Core Ultra 7 265H. Its base clock is 2.20 GHz and boost clock is 5.30 GHz, compared to 1.70 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost for the Core 5 211TE. The Core Ultra 7 265H also has a higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s, despite both using dual-channel memory.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 5 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 7 265H uses Arc Graphics 140T. PCIe lane counts vary: the Core 5 211TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 7 265H provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes. Both support ECC memory. The market segments differ, with the Core 5 211TE aimed at desktop and the Core Ultra 7 265H aimed at mobile.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H has an average benchmark score of 41621, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has an average of 15370. This places the Core Ultra 7 265H in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, versus the 69th percentile for the Core 5 211TE.

Q: How do the two processors compare on Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H scores 19940 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 38.8% higher than the Core 5 211TE's score of 12201.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H has 16 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H has a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 211TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H have ECC memory support listed in the recorded data.

Q: Which rivals are closest to the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H in average score?

A: The nearest rivals are the Intel Core 7 251TE with a 0.1% lower score, the Intel Core i7-14650HX with a 0.1% higher score, the Intel Core i7-12850HX with a 0.4% lower score, and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X with a 0.6% higher score.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a comprehensive performance victory for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H. It wins all 17 head-to-head tests, holds an 88th percentile ranking versus the 69th percentile for the Core 5 211TE, and delivers an average benchmark score 2.7 times higher at 41621 versus 15370. The nearest rival data for the Core Ultra 7 265H includes desktop-class processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and Intel Core i7-14650HX, with deltas under 1%, indicating it competes at a significantly higher performance tier.

The Core 5 211TE sits closer to different rivals: the AMD EPYC 7543, AMD EPYC 7702P, AMD Ryzen 3 7440U, and Intel Core i3-1315U, all within 2.3% of its average score. This contextualizes the performance tier difference between the two Intel parts.

For users selecting between these two, the data points squarely at the Core Ultra 7 265H for raw performance in every measured category. The Core 5 211TE offers a desktop socket, DDR4 compatibility, higher PCIe lane count from the CPU at 16 versus 8, and a lower launch MSRP of $221. The Core Ultra 7 265H has no launch MSRP recorded but provides superior benchmark results across Cinebench and PassMark suites, a smaller 3 nm process node, higher clocks, more cores, larger caches, and higher memory bandwidth.

The market segments differ: desktop for the Core 5 211TE versus mobile for the Core Ultra 7 265H. Within their respective segments, the Core Ultra 7 265H delivers benchmark results that place it among high-end desktop CPUs, while the Core 5 211TE sits in a lower performance bracket. The choice depends on platform requirements, but the performance data is unambiguous.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211TE | Intel Core Ultra 7 265H |

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

| Cores | 10 | 16 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 1.70 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.30 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 28 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 2049 |

| Architecture | Bartlett Lake | Arrow Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | Not listed |

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

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Arc Graphics 140T |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not listed |

| Part Number | SRQDL | SRQAQ |