Intel Core 5 213PE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains a complete set of measurements for the Intel Core 5 213PE, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison. The Core 5 213PE delivers an average benchmark score of 35,428 across all tests, placing it at the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core Ultra 5 135UL holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero, meaning no performance data has been recorded for it.

Because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty, direct score comparisons between these two processors cannot be made from the recorded data. The Core 5 213PE, however, offers substantial reference points through its nearest rivals. It sits 0.1% above the Intel Core i7-13700T (35,403 average score), 0.2% above the Intel Core i7-12700KF (35,365), 0.3% above the Intel Core i5-13600T (35,305), and 0.4% above the Intel Core i7-12700K (35,287). These margins are narrow, indicating that the Core 5 213PE performs on par with a set of established mid-range and upper-mid-range desktop processors.

Looking at the Core 5 213PE's absolute scores, the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 22,468 points demonstrates strong sustained multi-threaded throughput. Its single-core R23 score of 3,172 points shows competitive per-thread performance, which matters for lightly threaded applications. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,060 reinforces this picture. In integer math, the Core 5 213PE records 92,089 points, while floating-point math reaches 68,587 points. Data compression scores 298,804 in PassMark, and data encryption reaches 15,916. Extended instruction workloads produce 19,565 points, and random string sorting completes at 32,027. Physics testing yields 1,624 points, and prime number finding scores 114.

The Core Ultra 5 135UL offers no such numbers. Its average benchmark score of zero means the database cannot establish a performance baseline for it. The percentile gap is striking: 85th versus 50th. That difference does not necessarily indicate the Core Ultra 5 135UL is slower in every scenario, since its 50th percentile may reflect a lack of recorded data rather than measured weakness. Still, the available information shows that only one of these two processors has demonstrable performance evidence.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their underlying designs. The Intel Core 5 213PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a 10 nm process node, fabricated by Intel. It belongs to the Core 5 generation. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL uses the Meteor Lake architecture with the Meteor Lake-PS codename, built on a 7 nm process node, also by Intel. It belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1 generation. The process node difference, 10 nm versus 7 nm, suggests different manufacturing approaches, though the database does not provide transistor counts or die sizes for either part.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, a 1:2 core-to-thread ratio typical of Hyper-Threading style designs. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 cores and 14 threads, indicating a heterogeneous layout where not all cores contribute additional threads. This distinction matters for workload scheduling: the Core Ultra 5 135UL can present more physical cores to the operating system, potentially benefiting parallel workloads that scale with core count rather than thread count. The Core 5 213PE, with fewer physical cores but more threads per core, may handle heavily threaded software differently.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The Core 5 213PE provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 135UL provides 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 5 213PE doubles the L3 capacity, which can improve performance for workloads with large working sets that fit in cache. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has larger L1 per core, which may help with latency-sensitive single-thread tasks.

Clock speeds reveal different design philosophies. The Core 5 213PE has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a base clock of 1.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Core 5 213PE runs significantly higher at both ends, with a 1.10 GHz base advantage and a 0.80 GHz boost advantage. Higher clocks typically translate to faster single-thread execution, assuming comparable instructions per cycle.

Power envelopes differ dramatically. The Core 5 213PE has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL has a TDP of 15 watts. The Core Ultra 5 135UL consumes far less power, which affects thermal output, cooling requirements, and energy efficiency. The Core 5 213PE trades power for higher clock speeds and cache capacity.

Memory support and I/O also separate the two. The Core 5 213PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core Ultra 5 135UL supports DDR5 only, with the database noting that support depends on the motherboard, also dual-channel, but with 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core Ultra 5 135UL offers higher theoretical memory bandwidth, 12.8 GB/s more than the Core 5 213PE. ECC memory is supported on the Core 5 213PE but not on the Core Ultra 5 135UL.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Core 5 213PE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 135UL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Core 5 213PE offers a newer PCIe generation and double the lane count, which matters for high-bandwidth devices such as graphics cards and NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 213PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Arc Xe-LPG with 64 execution units. The Arc-branded graphics on the Core Ultra 5 135UL represent a more capable integrated solution on paper. Sockets differ: the Core 5 213PE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Intel Socket 1851. These sockets are not interchangeable.

Release dates and pricing also differ. The Core 5 213PE was released on 2026-03-08 with a launch MSRP of $221. The Core Ultra 5 135UL was released on 2024-04-07 with a launch MSRP of $331. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 5 213PE carries part number SA4QG, and the Core Ultra 5 135UL carries part number SRN97.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 cores, while the Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL boosts to 4.40 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported. The Intel Core 5 213PE does support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, double the 12 MB found on the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has a TDP of 65 watts, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: Which processor has recorded benchmark scores in the database?

A: Only the Intel Core 5 213PE has benchmark scores. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has an empty benchmark array with an average score of zero.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 213PE | Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 1.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Meteor Lake-PS |

| Architecture | Not listed | Meteor Lake |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Ultra 5 (Meteor Lake-PS) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB per core | 112 KB per core |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 (depends on motherboard) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Supported | Not supported |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 8 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Arc Xe-LPG 64EU |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | $331 |

| Part Number | SA4QG | SRN97 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 35,428 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 85th | 50th |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PE wins in every category where recorded data exists. Its benchmark suite covers Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multi-core configurations, plus seven PassMark workloads. Multi-core Cinebench R23 at 22,468 points indicates strong sustained throughput for rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. Single-core R23 at 3,172 points indicates responsive performance for everyday applications and lightly threaded workloads. The PassMark integer math score of 92,089 and floating-point score of 68,587 demonstrate broad computational strength. Data compression at 298,804 and encryption at 15,916 cover common productivity and security tasks. Its 85th percentile ranking places it above the majority of CPUs in the database.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL wins in power efficiency. Its 15 watt TDP is 50 watts lower than the Core 5 213PE's 65 watt TDP. This makes it suitable for thermally constrained environments or systems where energy consumption is a priority. It also offers more physical cores (12 versus 8), which can benefit workloads that scale with core count rather than thread count. Higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s) gives it an advantage in memory-intensive applications, provided the rest of the platform can utilize that bandwidth. Its 7 nm process node is more advanced than the 10 nm node of the Core 5 213PE, which may contribute to its lower power draw. The Arc Xe-LPG 64EU integrated graphics represent a more capable onboard GPU than the UHD Graphics 730, though no benchmark data confirms real-world graphics performance.

The Core 5 213PE wins on PCIe capability with Gen 5 and 16 lanes versus Gen 4 and 8 lanes. Its 24 MB L3 cache is double the Core Ultra 5 135UL's 12 MB, which can reduce memory latency for cache-resident workloads. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5, offering platform flexibility. ECC memory support makes it suitable for reliability-sensitive applications.

The Core Ultra 5 135UL, despite lacking benchmark scores, presents a distinct design profile: lower power, more cores, newer process node, faster memory interface, and more advanced integrated graphics. The Core 5 213PE presents a performance-oriented profile with higher clocks, larger cache, newer PCIe, and a complete set of measured results. The database records only one of these processors as having demonstrated performance, and that processor, the Core 5 213PE, holds a clear advantage in the available metrics.