Intel Core 5 213PE vs Intel Core i5-14400 Comparison

The Intel Core 5 213PE and Intel Core i5-14400 are two 65W desktop processors built for the same Intel Socket 1700 platform, but the benchmark data shows they have distinctly different performance personalities. The Core 5 213PE takes the overall lead, winning 13 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Core i5-14400 secures 4 wins in specific workloads. This analysis breaks down the recorded data to show where each processor delivers its strongest results.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most decisive advantage for the Intel Core 5 213PE appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where it scores 114 versus 80 for the Core i5-14400, a massive 42.5% lead. This is the single largest delta in the entire comparison and indicates a substantial advantage in this specific integer workload. The Core 5 213PE also shows strong results in PassMark integer math, scoring 92089 against 82017, a 12.3% advantage, and in PassMark floating point math, where it delivers 68587 versus 61549, an 11.4% lead.

The Core 5 213PE also wins the physics workload by a wide margin. Its PassMark physics score of 1624 is 16.3% higher than the 1396 recorded for the Core i5-14400. Single-thread performance follows the same pattern, with the Core 5 213PE scoring 4060 in PassMark single thread versus 3741 for the Core i5-14400, an 8.5% advantage. This single-thread strength carries into the Cinebench suite, where the Core 5 213PE wins every single-core and multi-core test by a consistent margin of roughly 5.4% to 5.5%. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Core 5 213PE records 22468 against 21315 for the Core i5-14400, and in R23 singlecore it scores 3172 versus 3009.

The Core i5-14400 does not go entirely unanswered. Its best result comes in PassMark data compression, where it scores 314995 against 298804 for the Core 5 213PE, a 5.1% win. It also takes the data encryption test, scoring 16731 versus 15916, a 4.9% advantage. The remaining two wins for the Core i5-14400 are smaller: extended instructions at 19816 versus 19565 (1.3% lead) and random string sorting at 32346 versus 32027 (1% lead). These wins show that the Core i5-14400 holds an edge in certain memory-heavy or data-processing tasks, even while losing the majority of compute-oriented benchmarks.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PE is the clear choice for workloads that depend on raw compute throughput. Its wins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 across both single-core and multi-core tests, combined with strong PassMark results in integer math, floating point math, physics, and prime number finding, point to a processor that handles rendering, simulation, and number-crunching tasks with more authority. The 8.5% single-thread advantage also suggests snappier performance in lightly threaded applications.

The Intel Core i5-14400 wins in data compression and data encryption, which are workloads that often benefit from additional cores or specific instruction paths. Its 5.1% lead in compression and 4.9% lead in encryption indicate an edge in archiving, backup, and some security-related tasks. The smaller wins in extended instructions and random string sorting reinforce the pattern of the Core i5-14400 being competitive in data manipulation tasks, even if it trails in pure computational benchmarks.

The average benchmark scores reflect the overall split. The Core 5 213PE has an average benchmark score of 35428 and sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core i5-14400 has an average score of 32115 and sits at the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 213PE are the Intel Core i7-13700T at 35403 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core i7-12700KF at 35365 (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i5-13600T at 35305 (0.3% behind). For the Core i5-14400, the closest competitors are the Intel Core i7-12800H at 32121 (0% difference) and the Intel Core i7-13705H at 32076 (0.1% behind).

Architecture Differences

The two processors use different core architectures despite sharing the same 10 nm process node and Intel foundry. The Intel Core 5 213PE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Intel Core i5-14400 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both are 10 nm parts from Intel, but the core configurations differ significantly.

The Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads. This means the Core i5-14400 has two additional physical cores but the same thread count, indicating a hybrid core arrangement in the Core i5-14400 that includes efficiency cores. The Core 5 213PE achieves its 16 threads from 8 cores, suggesting all cores are performance-oriented. The Core i5-14400 has a lower base clock of 2.50 GHz versus 2.70 GHz for the Core 5 213PE, and a lower boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 5.20 GHz. The higher boost clock of the Core 5 213PE helps explain its single-thread benchmark wins.

Cache layouts also differ. The Core 5 213PE has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14400 has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The larger L2 and L3 caches on the Core 5 213PE likely contribute to its performance advantage in compute-heavy workloads.

The Core i5-14400 has a die size of 215 mm², while the die size for the Core 5 213PE is not recorded in the database. Memory support is identical: both support DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The Core 5 213PE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Core i5-14400 does not have a memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory and both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are the same UHD Graphics 730 on both parts. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ substantially. The Core i5-14400 launched in January 2024, while the Core 5 213PE launched in March 2026. Both parts have the same launch MSRP of $221. Both are currently listed as Active in production status and both target the desktop market segment.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, which is higher than the 4.70 GHz boost clock of the Intel Core i5-14400.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE wins with a score of 22468, which is 5.4% higher than the 21315 scored by the Intel Core i5-14400.

Q: Are there any workloads where the Intel Core i5-14400 beats the Intel Core 5 213PE?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14400 wins in PassMark data compression (314995 versus 298804), data encryption (16731 versus 15916), extended instructions (19816 versus 19565), and random string sorting (32346 versus 32027).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 213PE and the Intel Core i5-14400 support ECC memory.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i5-14400 has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores, while the Intel Core i5-14400 has 10 cores. Both have 16 threads. The base clock is 2.70 GHz on the Core 5 213PE and 2.50 GHz on the Core i5-14400. The boost clock is 5.20 GHz on the Core 5 213PE and 4.70 GHz on the Core i5-14400. The Core 5 213PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core i5-14400 uses Raptor Lake-R and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with Raptor Lake architecture. The L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 5 213PE and 1.25 MB per core on the Core i5-14400. The L3 cache is 24 MB shared on the Core 5 213PE and 20 MB shared on the Core i5-14400. The Core 5 213PE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Core i5-14400 has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. The Core i5-14400 has a die size of 215 mm², while the Core 5 213PE has no recorded die size. The release date is March 2026 for the Core 5 213PE and January 2024 for the Core i5-14400.

The Verdict

The benchmark data shows a clear overall winner in the Intel Core 5 213PE. It wins 13 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, leads in every Cinebench test, and holds substantial advantages in integer math, floating point math, physics, and prime number finding. Its higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and larger cache configuration give it a measurable edge in both single-thread and multi-thread compute workloads. The 85th percentile ranking versus the 82nd percentile for the Core i5-14400, along with the higher average benchmark score of 35428 versus 32115, confirms this processor is the stronger all-around performer in the database.

The Intel Core i5-14400 remains relevant for specific data-oriented tasks. Its wins in data compression and data encryption, with leads of 5.1% and 4.9% respectively, make it the better option for workloads centered on archiving, data transfer, and encryption. Its 10 physical cores may also provide an advantage in scenarios that scale with core count rather than raw per-core performance, though the recorded benchmarks do not show this translating into a general multi-thread win. The Core i5-14400 is competitive in the areas where it wins, but the breadth of the Core 5 213PE's victories makes it the default pick for users who want the best overall performance from the data.