Intel Core 5 211TE vs Intel Processor U301L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 211TE holds a decisive performance advantage over the Intel Processor U301L across the recorded database measurements, though the comparison is limited by the absence of benchmark scores for the U301L. The Core 5 211TE posts an average benchmark score of 15370, placing it in the 69th percentile of all CPUs tracked by the database. The Processor U301L has no recorded benchmark scores and sits in the 50th percentile, a placement that reflects its lower hardware specifications rather than any measured workload performance.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 211TE delivers a score of 12201, a figure that demonstrates substantial multi-threaded capability. The single-core result of 1722 in the same test reinforces a strong per-thread performance profile. Cinebench R20 results continue this pattern, with the Core 5 211TE scoring 5124 in multi-core and 723 in single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 1229 multi-core and 173 single-core. These scores, when read together, indicate that the Core 5 211TE sustains its performance advantage across different rendering workloads and CPU generations of the benchmark suite.

PassMark results for the Core 5 211TE are extensive. The multi-thread score reaches 11685, while the single-thread score is 1408. Integer math completes at 33991, floating point math at 26150, and extended instructions at 8615. Data compression scores 133434, data encryption 7231, and random string sorting 14838. Physics processing scores 1278, and prime number finding scores 72. These measurements cover a broad range of computational tasks, from arithmetic throughput to memory-intensive sorting operations.

Since the Processor U301L lacks any recorded benchmark results in the database, the relative performance between these two parts cannot be expressed as a percentage gap from direct head-to-head testing. Instead, the data available shows the Core 5 211TE as the only part with measured performance, and the specification differences account for the expected outcome. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration of the Core 5 211TE, combined with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, positions it clearly above the 5-core, 6-thread U301L with its 2.20 GHz boost clock. The nearest rival comparisons for the Core 5 211TE place it within 2.3% of the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U, 1.6% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7702P, 0.7% behind the AMD EPYC 7543, and 2.3% ahead of the Intel Core i3-1315U. This cluster of rival scores, ranging from 15022 to 15682, situates the Core 5 211TE in a competitive mid-range performance band.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 211TE compare to the Intel Processor U301L in core and thread counts?

A: The Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Processor U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads. The Core 5 211TE provides both more than double the core count and nearly triple the thread count.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two processors?

A: The Core 5 211TE runs at a base clock of 1.70 GHz and boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Processor U301L runs at a base clock of 1.20 GHz and boosts to 2.20 GHz. The boost clock advantage of the Core 5 211TE is 2.60 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core 5 211TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Processor U301L has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel memory buses. The Core 5 211TE additionally supports ECC memory, while the Processor U301L does not.

Q: What are the integrated graphics differences?

A: The Core 5 211TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Processor U301L uses UHD Graphics 64EU.

Q: How do their PCIe capabilities differ?

A: The Core 5 211TE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Processor U301L supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the Intel Core 5 211TE as the stronger processor for compute-heavy workloads. Its 69th percentile placement, average benchmark score of 15370, and measurable performance across Cinebench and PassMark suites give it a clear standing in the database. The Intel Processor U301L, with a 50th percentile placement and no recorded benchmark scores, appears positioned for lower-power or more basic computing tasks. The Core 5 211TE is a desktop part with a 45 W TDP, while the U301L is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP. The Core 5 211TE also leads in PCIe generation and lane count, L3 cache size, and ECC memory support. The launch MSRP of the Core 5 211TE is $221, while the launch MSRP of the Processor U301L is $107. The data does not support a performance equivalence between these two parts; the Core 5 211TE holds the advantage in every measured or specified category that affects processing throughput.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The Core 5 211TE uses 10 cores and 16 threads, versus 5 cores and 6 threads for the U301L. Base clocks are 1.70 GHz for the Core 5 211TE and 1.20 GHz for the U301L. Boost clocks are 4.80 GHz and 2.20 GHz, respectively. The TDP figures diverge sharply: 45 W for the Core 5 211TE versus 15 W for the U301L. Both use the Intel Socket 1700, but the Core 5 211TE targets the desktop market segment while the U301L targets mobile. L3 cache is 20 MB shared on the Core 5 211TE and 8 MB shared on the U301L. L1 and L2 cache are identical on a per-core basis: 80 KB per core for L1 and 1.25 MB per core for L2. Memory bandwidth is listed as 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5 211TE, while the U301L has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory support is present on the Core 5 211TE and absent on the U301L. PCIe support favors the Core 5 211TE with Gen 5 and 16 lanes, versus Gen 4 and 8 lanes for the U301L. Integrated graphics differ as well: UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 5 211TE versus UHD Graphics 64EU on the U301L. Die size is 215 mm² for the Core 5 211TE, with no die size recorded for the U301L. The part numbers are SRQDL for the Core 5 211TE and SRPKFQ5CW for the U301L.

Architecture Differences

The Core 5 211TE carries the codename Bartlett Lake and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Processor U301L carries the codename Raptor Lake-PS with the architecture listed as Raptor Lake, belonging to the Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) generation. Both processors are fabricated on a 10 nm process node by Intel. The Core 5 211TE was released on 2025-01-12, while the U301L was released on 2024-04-07. The Core 5 211TE has a die size of 215 mm²; no die size is recorded for the U301L. Transistor counts are not listed for either part. Both parts use the same per-core L1 and L2 cache structure of 80 KB and 1.25 MB respectively, but the shared L3 cache differs substantially at 20 MB versus 8 MB. The Core 5 211TE supports ECC memory, a feature not available on the U301L. PCIe generation and lane counts differ, with the Core 5 211TE providing Gen 5 with 16 lanes and the U301L providing Gen 4 with 8 lanes. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The production status for both is listed as Active.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in all performance-oriented categories based on the available data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12201 and PassMark multi-thread score of 11685 indicate strong suitability for rendering, compilation, and other parallel workloads. The single-thread score of 1722 in Cinebench R23 and 1408 in PassMark single-thread support responsive everyday use and lightly threaded applications. The data compression score of 133434 and encryption score of 7231 point to solid archival and security-related task performance. The 20 MB L3 cache, 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes give the Core 5 211TE a platform-level advantage for high-throughput storage and expansion scenarios. ECC memory support makes it viable for data-integrity-sensitive environments.

The Intel Processor U301L, with no recorded benchmark scores, cannot claim a measured win in any workload category from the database. Its 15 W TDP and mobile market segment indicate a design focus on lower power draw and thermal output. The 5-core, 6-thread configuration with a 2.20 GHz boost clock places it in a modest performance class. Its 8 MB L3 cache and PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes are sufficient for lighter duties. The U301L does support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, matching the Core 5 211TE on memory type compatibility. The launch MSRP of $107 for the U301L is lower than the $221 launch MSRP of the Core 5 211TE, though the data does not connect this to any performance measurement. The selection between the two parts, based strictly on the recorded specifications and benchmark results, comes down to the Core 5 211TE for any task requiring measurable compute performance and the U301L for scenarios prioritizing lower power consumption in a mobile form factor with reduced expansion capabilities.