Intel Core 5 213PE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 238V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive overall picture: the Intel Core 5 213PE wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V takes only one. The average benchmark score difference is substantial, with the Core 5 213PE recording 35428 against the Ultra 5 238V's 21981. This places the Core 5 213PE in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ultra 5 238V sits in the 75th percentile.

The largest single margin comes in PassMark integer math, where the Core 5 213PE scores 92089 versus 38889 for the Ultra 5 238V, a delta of 136.8%. This is not a marginal edge; the Core 5 213PE more than doubles the Ultra 5 238V in this workload. Data compression also shows a wide gap, with the Core 5 213PE at 298804 and the Ultra 5 238V at 176532, a 69.3% advantage. Random string sorting follows a similar pattern, with the Core 5 213PE leading 32027 to 21585, a 48.4% difference.

Cinebench results are consistent across the board. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 213PE scores 22468 against 15645, a 43.6% lead. Single-core R23 shows the same 43.7% margin, with scores of 3172 and 2208. The pattern repeats in R20 and R15: multi-core deltas of 43.6% and 43.7%, and single-core deltas of 43.7% in both. The Core 5 213PE delivers 9436 in R20 multi-core versus 6570, and 1332 versus 927 in R20 single-core. In R15, the scores are 2264 versus 1576 multi-core and 319 versus 222 single-core.

Other workloads reinforce the Core 5 213PE's dominance. Floating point math shows a 29% lead, 68587 to 53160. Extended instructions favor the Core 5 213PE by 27.2%, 19565 to 15377. Data encryption shows a 21.8% edge, 15916 to 13072. PassMark multithread scores 26434 for the Core 5 213PE against 18407, a 43.6% delta. Even physics, the closest multi-core comparison aside from the Ultra 5 238V's single win, goes to the Core 5 213PE by 5%, 1624 to 1546.

The Ultra 5 238V's sole victory comes in PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 174 against 114, a 34.5% advantage for the Ultra 5 238V. This is an isolated result, however, and does not offset the broader trend. Single-thread PassMark scores are nearly even by comparison, with the Core 5 213PE ahead only 4.4%, 4060 to 3890. The data indicates that in the vast majority of recorded workloads, the Core 5 213PE holds a commanding lead, often by margins of 40% or more.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 213PE is the clear winner in multi-threaded, integer-heavy, and compression-oriented workloads. Its 16-thread count, versus 8 threads for the Ultra 5 238V, aligns with the large deltas in Cinebench multi-core tests and PassMark multithread. The data shows the Core 5 213PE excels in data compression, integer math, random string sorting, and encryption, making it well suited for tasks that rely on parallel processing and heavy arithmetic. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22468 positions it well above the Ultra 5 238V's 15645, confirming a strong multi-core profile.

The Ultra 5 238V wins only in prime number calculation, where its score of 174 exceeds the Core 5 213PE's 114. This indicates a specific advantage in a workload that may favor its architecture, but it is the exception in this dataset. In single-thread PassMark, the two are close, with the Core 5 213PE at 4060 and the Ultra 5 238V at 3890, a 4.4% difference. Similarly, in physics, the Core 5 213PE leads by only 5%, 1624 to 1546. These narrow margins suggest that in lightly threaded or specific computational tasks, the Ultra 5 238V is competitive, but the Core 5 213PE still holds the edge.

For users focused on rendering, data processing, or any workload that scales with thread count, the Core 5 213PE is the stronger choice based on the recorded benchmarks. The Ultra 5 238V's win in prime number finding does not translate into broader success, as it loses every other comparison, often by wide margins.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has an average benchmark score of 35428, compared to 21981 for the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V.

Q: How many benchmarks does each processor win?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE wins 16 of the 17 head-to-head benchmarks. The Intel Core Ultra 5 238V wins 1.

Q: What is the largest margin of victory in the head-to-head tests?

A: The largest margin is in PassMark integer math, where the Intel Core 5 213PE leads by 136.8%, scoring 92089 versus 38889.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V outperform the Intel Core 5 213PE?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 238V wins in PassMark find prime numbers, scoring 174 versus 114, a 34.5% advantage.

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

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE scores 22468, which is 43.6% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V's 15645.

Q: What are the percentile rankings of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE is in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V is in the 75th percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V has 8 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are 2.70 GHz for the Core 5 213PE and 2.10 GHz for the Ultra 5 238V. Boost clocks are 5.20 GHz and 4.70 GHz, respectively. Thermal design power differs significantly, with the Core 5 213PE at 65 watts and the Ultra 5 238V at 17 watts.

The socket types are different: the Core 5 213PE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 5 238V uses Intel BGA 2833. Cache configurations also vary. The 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 Ultra 5 238V has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support differs as well, with the Core 5 213PE supporting DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 5 238V's memory support is listed as dependent on the motherboard. The Core 5 213PE has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Ultra 5 238V. ECC memory support is present on the Core 5 213PE but not on the Ultra 5 238V. PCIe lanes also differ, with the Core 5 213PE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and the Ultra 5 238V offering Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ as well, with the Core 5 213PE using UHD Graphics 730 and the Ultra 5 238V using Arc 130V. The Core 5 213PE has a launch MSRP of $221, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the Ultra 5 238V. The Core 5 213PE was released on 2026-03-08, while the Ultra 5 238V was released on 2024-09-23.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is notable. The Intel Core 5 213PE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename, using a 10 nm process node from Intel. The Intel Core Ultra 5 238V is built on the Lunar Lake architecture, using a 3 nm process node from TSMC. The market segments differ, with the Core 5 213PE classified as a desktop processor and the Ultra 5 238V classified as a mobile processor.

The production status for both is listed as active. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 5 213PE has a part number of SA4QG, while the Ultra 5 238V has a part number of SRPN5SRPN4. The Ultra 5 238V belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, while the Core 5 213PE has no series listed. The generation labels differ as well, with the Core 5 213PE listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) and the Ultra 5 238V listed as Ultra 5 (Lunar Lake).

The Core 5 213PE's larger L3 cache of 24 MB, combined with its 16 threads and higher clock speeds, likely contributes to its benchmark dominance. The Ultra 5 238V's smaller 8 MB L3 cache and 8 threads, despite its more advanced 3 nm process, do not translate into higher scores in the recorded tests. The process node advantage of the Ultra 5 238V, manufactured by TSMC, appears in its lower thermal design power of 17 watts, but the performance data favors the Intel-made 10 nm Core 5 213PE.

The Verdict

The recorded data clearly favors the Intel Core 5 213PE for raw performance. It wins 16 of 17 benchmarks, holds a 43.6% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core, and a 136.8% lead in PassMark integer math. Its average benchmark score of 35428 places it in the 85th percentile, while the Ultra 5 238V sits in the 75th percentile with an average of 21981. For workloads involving rendering, data compression, encryption, or heavy multi-threaded computation, the Core 5 213PE is the stronger option based on the data.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 238V offers a much lower thermal design power of 17 watts versus 65 watts, which may indicate higher efficiency, but the benchmark results do not show a performance advantage outside of prime number calculation. Its 3 nm process node and Arc 130V integrated graphics distinguish it architecturally, but the recorded scores show it trailing in nearly every category. The Ultra 5 238V is competitive in single-thread PassMark, trailing by only 4.4%, and in physics, trailing by 5%, but the Core 5 213PE still wins both.

Users who prioritize multi-core performance, higher clock speeds, and broader memory support should select the Core 5 213PE. Users who require a mobile form factor, lower power consumption, and a more advanced process node may consider the Ultra 5 238V, but the data indicates a significant performance trade-off. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 213PE, including the Intel Core i7-13700T with an average score of 35403 and a delta of 0.1%, and the Intel Core i7-12700KF at 35365 with a delta of 0.2%, confirm its competitive position. The Ultra 5 238V's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-11700F and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, both with an average score of 21988 and 21992 respectively and a delta of 0%, show it aligns with older desktop parts in average score despite its newer architecture. The verdict from the data is straightforward: the Core 5 213PE delivers superior benchmark performance across nearly all recorded tests.