Intel Core 5 213PE vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 213PE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE present a clear contrast in the database, but the comparison is limited by available data. The Intel Core 5 213PE has a full suite of 17 benchmark scores recorded, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no individual benchmark entries. This absence of recorded scores for the i5-14401TE means that direct head-to-head comparisons can only be drawn from the aggregate metrics and the rival positioning of the 213PE.

The Intel Core 5 213PE delivers an average benchmark score of 35,428. This places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database, a strong showing that indicates it outperforms the vast majority of recorded processors. The i5-14401TE, by contrast, sits in the 50th percentile, exactly the median of the database, with an average benchmark score of zero due to missing data. The percentile gap is substantial: 85th versus 50th.

The 213PE's average score of 35,428 is almost exactly matched by its nearest rivals, which confirms its position in a tightly contested performance band. The Intel Core i7-13700T averages 35,403, a difference of just 0.1 percent. The Intel Core i7-12700KF scores 35,365, a 0.2 percent gap. The Intel Core i5-13600T is at 35,305, a 0.3 percent difference, and the Intel Core i7-12700K sits at 35,287, a 0.4 percent difference. These margins are negligible, indicating the 213PE is effectively performance-equivalent to these established desktop processors.

Looking at the 213PE's individual benchmark results, the multi-core Cinebench scores show a consistent pattern. Cinebench R15 multi-core yields 2,264 points, R20 multi-core reaches 9,436, and R23 multi-core climbs to 22,468. Single-core results are equally consistent: R15 single-core at 319, R20 at 1,332, and R23 at 3,172. PassMark integer math scores 92,089, floating point math 68,587, and extended instructions 19,565. Data compression hits 298,804, and data encryption records 15,916.

The 213PE's thread-heavy workloads benefit clearly from its configuration. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, a base clock of 2.70 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 2.00 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The 213PE holds advantages in core count, thread count, base clock, and boost clock. These are structural advantages that translate directly into the higher percentile ranking.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 5 213PE is the stronger performer in this pairing. Its 85th percentile ranking, supported by a full benchmark suite, demonstrates a high level of multi-threaded and single-threaded capability. The i5-14401TE, with its 50th percentile ranking and no recorded benchmark scores, cannot be positioned as a competitor based on the available measurements. The 213PE leads in every measurable category: cores, threads, clocks, cache, and average score.

The i5-14401TE does have one advantage in the recorded data: power consumption. It is rated at 45 watts TDP, while the 213PE is rated at 65 watts. That is the only specification where the i5-14401TE leads. For workloads that demand raw compute, the 213PE is the clear choice. For scenarios where power draw is the primary constraint, the i5-14401TE presents a lower-power alternative, though its performance ceiling is unquantified in the database.

The 213PE's nearest rivals are all higher-tier Intel parts, and it matches them within 0.4 percent. This suggests that the 213PE delivers performance comparable to the i7-13700T, i7-12700KF, i5-13600T, and i7-12700K. That is a significant statement of capability. The i5-14401TE has no such rival data, which further limits its comparative standing.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PE wins in compute-heavy scenarios. Its 16 threads and 5.20 GHz boost clock make it suited for multi-threaded rendering, compilation, encoding, and simulation workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22,468 and PassMark multi-thread score of 26,434 confirm strong parallel performance. The single-thread score of 4,060 in PassMark also indicates responsive lightly-threaded performance, useful for general desktop tasks and legacy applications.

The i5-14401TE wins only in the power efficiency category. Its 45-watt TDP is lower than the 213PE's 65-watt TDP. For compact systems, always-on servers, or thermally constrained environments, the i5-14401TE may be the more appropriate fit, provided the workload does not require the higher thread count or clock speeds of the 213PE. The i5-14401TE still supports ECC memory, which broadens its appeal for reliability-focused setups.

Both processors share several features. Both use Intel Socket 1700, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, both have dual-channel memory buses, both include UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics, both support ECC memory, and both offer PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The 213PE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-14401TE has no bandwidth figure in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How does the average benchmark score of the Intel Core 5 213PE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 213PE averages 35,428. The Intel Core i7-13700T averages 35,403 (0.1 percent difference), the Intel Core i7-12700KF averages 35,365 (0.2 percent), the Intel Core i5-13600T averages 35,305 (0.3 percent), and the Intel Core i7-12700K averages 35,287 (0.4 percent).

Q: What are the clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 213PE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: What integrated graphics do both processors use?

A: Both the Intel Core 5 213PE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE use UHD Graphics 730.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core 5 213PE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename and is part of the Core 5 generation. The Intel Core i5-14401TE is based on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, which is described as Raptor Lake Refresh.

Both are built on a 10 nm process node by Intel. The i5-14401TE has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the 213PE has no die size figure in the database. Neither processor has a recorded transistor count.

The cache hierarchies differ. The Intel Core 5 213PE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14401TE also has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but its L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core, and its shared L3 cache is 20 MB. The 213PE therefore has more L2 cache per core and more total L3 cache.

Memory support is identical in type: both support DDR4 and DDR5, both use dual-channel memory buses, and both support ECC memory. The 213PE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-14401TE has no bandwidth figure recorded. Both processors provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU-only lanes.

The 213PE has a launch MSRP of $221. The i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded in the database. The 213PE was released on March 8, 2026, while the i5-14401TE was released on June 30, 2024. Both processors are currently marked as Active in production status, and both are locked, with no unlocked multiplier.

The 213PE's part number is SA4QG, and the i5-14401TE's part number is Q4T4SRNJP. Both target the desktop market segment. The 213PE's generation is listed as "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)," and the i5-14401TE's generation is listed as "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)." The architectural differences, combined with the core and cache advantages, explain the 213PE's higher benchmark position and its 85th percentile ranking versus the i5-14401TE's 50th percentile.