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

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE records an average benchmark score of 32924, while the Intel Core i5-14400 averages 32115. The Core 5 213PTE also sits at the 83rd percentile versus all CPUs, one point higher than the i5-14400's 82nd percentile.

Q: Are these two CPUs in the same performance class?

A: Yes, very close. The Core i5-14400's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-12800H (avg score 32121, 0% delta) and the Core i7-13705H (32076, 0.1% delta). The Core 5 213PTE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-12700 (32942, -0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (33079, -0.5% delta).

Q: Which CPU wins in multithreaded workloads?

A: The Core 5 213PTE wins all Cinebench multicore tests. It scores 21751 in Cinebench R23 multicore versus 21315 for the i5-14400, a 2% margin. In Passmark multithread, it scores 25590 versus 25080, also a 2% lead.

Q: Which CPU has better single-core performance?

A: The Core 5 213PTE leads in every Cinebench single-core test (R15: 309 vs 303, R20: 1289 vs 1263, R23: 3070 vs 3009, each about 2% ahead). However, the i5-14400 edges out the Core 5 213PTE in Passmark single-thread, scoring 3741 versus 3718, a 0.6% difference.

Q: Are there workloads where the older i5-14400 wins substantially?

A: Yes, in several Passmark specialty tests. The i5-14400 leads by 20.6% in data compression (314995 vs 261083), 16.1% in data encryption (16731 vs 14413), 22.7% in extended instructions (19816 vs 16146), and 7.4% in random string sorting (32346 vs 30106).

Q: Do both CPUs support the same memory and expansion features?

A: Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, both support ECC memory, and both use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both have UHD Graphics 730 integrated. The Core 5 213PTE lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s; the i5-14400 entry does not include a bandwidth figure.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i5-14400 belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It is a 10-core, 16-thread desktop processor using Intel's 10 nm process. Its cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is 215 mm².

The Intel Core 5 213PTE is a newer design under the Bartlett Lake codename, belonging to the Core 5 generation. It also uses a 10 nm process and has 8 cores with 16 threads. Despite fewer cores, it carries a larger cache configuration: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is not recorded in the database.

Clock speeds differ notably. The i5-14400 has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core 5 213PTE has a lower base clock of 2.10 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz. This explains why the Core 5 213PTE wins most single-threaded and lightly threaded tests despite its lower core count.

Thermal design power also differs. The i5-14400 is rated at 65 W TDP, while the Core 5 213PTE is rated at 45 W TDP. Both fit the Intel Socket 1700. The i5-14400 was released in January 2024, while the Core 5 213PTE carries a release date of March 2026. Both processors are marked as Active in production, and both have locked multipliers.

Memory support is identical in type: both support DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel operation, and ECC memory. The Core 5 213PTE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-14400's entry does not specify a bandwidth number. Both use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, and both integrate UHD Graphics 730.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Core 5 213PTE wins 11 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the i5-14400 wins 6. The margins tell a clearer story than the raw win count.

In Cinebench, the Core 5 213PTE is consistently 2% ahead across all six tests. Cinebench R15 multicore: 2192 vs 2148. R15 single-core: 309 vs 303. R20 multicore: 9135 vs 8952. R20 single-core: 1289 vs 1263. R23 multicore: 21751 vs 21315. R23 single-core: 3070 vs 3009. This is a uniform, small but repeatable advantage in both heavily threaded and single-threaded rendering workloads.

Passmark multithread follows the same pattern: 25590 for the Core 5 213PTE versus 25080 for the i5-14400, a 2% lead. The gap is consistent with the Cinebench results, suggesting the Core 5 213PTE's higher boost clock compensates for its two fewer cores in these workloads.

The biggest wins for the Core 5 213PTE come in specific Passmark tests. Prime number finding shows a 49% advantage (157 vs 80). Physics simulation shows a 36.5% advantage (2199 vs 1396). Floating point math is 14.2% better (71722 vs 61549), and integer math is 11.9% better (93109 vs 82017).

The i5-14400's wins are concentrated in data-oriented and instruction-heavy tasks. Data compression shows a 20.6% advantage (314995 vs 261083). Extended instructions show a 22.7% lead (19816 vs 16146). Data encryption is 16.1% better (16731 vs 14413). Random string sorting is 7.4% better (32346 vs 30106). The i5-14400 also wins Passmark single-thread by a razor-thin 0.6% margin (3741 vs 3718).

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specification fields. Core count: the i5-14400 has 10 cores, the Core 5 213PTE has 8. Thread count is identical at 16. Base clock: 2.50 GHz for the i5-14400 versus 2.10 GHz for the Core 5 213PTE. Boost clock: 4.70 GHz versus 5.20 GHz, favoring the Core 5 213PTE.

TDP differs significantly: 65 W for the i5-14400, 45 W for the Core 5 213PTE. Cache sizes differ in L2 and L3. The i5-14400 has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 20 MB shared L3. The Core 5 213PTE has 2 MB L2 per core and 24 MB shared L3. L1 cache is the same at 80 KB per core.

Architecture and codename differ: Raptor Lake-R versus Bartlett Lake. Generation labels also differ: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) versus Core 5 (Bartlett Lake). The i5-14400 has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 5 213PTE has no die size listed. Memory bandwidth is listed for the Core 5 213PTE at 76.8 GB/s, but no figure is given for the i5-14400.

Release dates differ: January 2024 for the i5-14400, March 2026 for the Core 5 213PTE. Part numbers also differ: SRN3QSRN46 for the i5-14400, SA4QM for the Core 5 213PTE. The launch MSRP for both is $221. Both are locked, both use Socket 1700, both have UHD Graphics 730, and both support DDR4/DDR5 with ECC.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 213PTE is the better choice for general compute performance. It wins every Cinebench test, both multicore and single-core, by a consistent 2%. It also leads in Passmark multithread, physics simulation, prime number calculation, floating point math, and integer math. The 36.5% lead in physics and 49% lead in prime numbers are substantial, indicating strong per-core throughput. The higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz clearly matters in these workloads.

The i5-14400 is the better choice for data-heavy and encryption-heavy tasks. Its 20.6% lead in data compression and 16.1% lead in data encryption suggest the larger core count and different cache topology help in these specific operations. The 22.7% lead in extended instructions points to better performance with SIMD or specialized instruction sets. Random string sorting also favors the i5-14400 by 7.4%. For single-threaded Passmark, the i5-14400 holds a negligible 0.6% advantage, which is effectively a tie.

For gaming, the database does not include game benchmarks. However, the Core 5 213PTE's wins in physics and integer math, plus its higher boost clock, suggest it would handle game logic and AI calculations well. The i5-14400's compression and encryption strengths are more relevant to file archiving, database work, and secure data processing.

For content creation, the Core 5 213PTE's Cinebench wins across the board make it the stronger candidate for rendering and video encoding workloads. The 2% margin is small, but it is uniform across all six Cinebench tests, indicating no weakness in either single-threaded or multithreaded rendering.

For power-sensitive builds, the Core 5 213PTE offers a 45 W TDP versus the i5-14400's 65 W, while delivering better overall benchmark scores. This makes it attractive for compact or efficiency-focused desktop systems.

The Verdict

Benchmark data points to the Intel Core 5 213PTE as the faster processor overall. It wins 11 of 17 head-to-head tests, holds a higher average benchmark score (32924 vs 32115), and sits one percentile higher in the global ranking. Its wins are broad, covering all Cinebench tests, multithread, physics, prime numbers, floating point, and integer math. The 2% margin in Cinebench is consistent and repeatable, and the larger wins in physics and prime numbers show a real per-core advantage.

The Intel Core i5-14400 is not obsolete by any means. It wins decisively in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, and random string sorting. For users whose workloads are dominated by these operations, the i5-14400 is the better fit despite its lower overall average score. Its 65 W TDP is higher than the Core 5 213PTE's 45 W, but both are relatively efficient desktop processors.

Both CPUs share the same launch MSRP of $221, the same socket, the same integrated graphics, and the same memory support. The choice comes down to workload pattern. For rendering, physics, general compute, and most everyday tasks, the Core 5 213PTE is the stronger pick. For data compression, encryption, and specialized instruction-heavy workloads, the i5-14400 holds a clear edge. Buyers in the former category should favor the Core 5 213PTE; buyers in the latter category should stick with the i5-14400.