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

Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Core i5-14400T is a one-sided comparison in the recorded data. The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins all 17 benchmark comparisons, with no wins recorded for the Intel Core i5-14400T. This is a head-to-head between two Intel Socket 1700 desktop processors with different core configurations and performance targets.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins every benchmark category in the database, making the use-case split straightforward. In single-threaded workloads, the Core 5 213PTE shows a 5.9% advantage in Passmark single-thread testing, with a score of 3718 versus 3512. This lead expands dramatically in multi-threaded tests, where the Core 5 213PTE delivers 25590 in Passmark multithread versus 20223 for the Core i5-14400T, a 26.5% gap.

The Core 5 213PTE also dominates in math-intensive workloads. In Passmark floating point math, it scores 71722 against 49139, a 46% advantage. Integer math shows a similar pattern, with 93109 versus 65667, a 41.8% lead. The largest single delta is in Passmark find prime numbers, where the Core 5 213PTE scores 157 versus 73, a 115.1% advantage. This suggests the Core 5 213PTE is substantially better suited for workloads that rely on complex calculations and prime number generation.

The Core i5-14400T, despite having more cores, does not secure a win in any recorded test. Its best relative performance comes in Passmark single-thread testing, where it trails by only 5.9%, and in data compression, where the gap narrows to 10.8%. For workloads like data encryption and extended instructions, the Core 5 213PTE leads by 8.8% and 10.9% respectively. The data indicates the Core 5 213PTE is the superior choice for both lightly threaded and heavily threaded applications, with the i5-14400T only being relevant in scenarios where power consumption is the primary concern, as its 35W TDP is lower than the 45W TDP of the Core 5 213PTE.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same Intel Socket 1700 platform and are both built on a 10nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Core 5 213PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core i5-14400T uses Raptor Lake-R with the Raptor Lake architecture. The Bartlett Lake part is from the Core 5 generation, while the i5-14400T is from the Core 14th Gen series, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh.

Core configuration differs significantly. The Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14400T has 10 cores and 16 threads. Both support the same thread count, but the i5-14400T distributes its threads across more cores, which typically implies a hybrid core arrangement with performance and efficiency cores. The Core 5 213PTE uses a uniform core layout.

Cache hierarchy also differs. The Core 5 213PTE has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14400T 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 allocations on the Core 5 213PTE contribute to its performance advantage in cache-sensitive workloads.

Clock speeds show a clear divergence. The Core 5 213PTE has a 2.10 GHz base clock and a 5.20 GHz boost clock. The Core i5-14400T has a 1.50 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost clock. The Core 5 213PTE runs at higher frequencies across the board, which directly explains its lead in single-threaded tests. The i5-14400T compensates with a lower 35W TDP against the 45W TDP of the Core 5 213PTE.

Memory support is identical: both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses, and both support ECC memory. The Core 5 213PTE lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the i5-14400T does not have a recorded bandwidth figure. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes and integrate UHD Graphics 730. The Core i5-14400T has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 5 213PTE has no die size data. The Core 5 213PTE was released in March 2026, while the Core i5-14400T was released in January 2024.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Cinebench results show a consistent 26.5% to 26.6% advantage for the Core 5 213PTE across all versions and thread counts. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 213PTE scores 21751 against 17189, a 26.5% lead. Single-core R23 shows 3070 versus 2426, also 26.5%. Cinebench R20 multi-core delivers 9135 versus 7219, and R15 multi-core delivers 2192 versus 1732. The uniformity of these deltas indicates the Core 5 213PTE has a structural advantage in rendering workloads, likely from a combination of higher clock speeds and larger cache.

Passmark results show a wider range of deltas. The largest win is in find prime numbers, where the Core 5 213PTE scores 157 versus 73, a 115.1% advantage. This is a workload that heavily rewards integer throughput and cache efficiency. Physics testing shows a 76.8% lead, with scores of 2199 versus 1244. Floating point math shows a 46% lead, and integer math shows a 41.8% lead. These results suggest the Core 5 213PTE has substantially higher compute throughput per clock, not just higher clocks.

Memory and I/O tasks show smaller but still decisive leads. Data compression scores 261083 versus 235636, a 10.8% advantage. Data encryption scores 14413 versus 13244, an 8.8% lead. Extended instructions score 16146 versus 14562, a 10.9% lead. Random string sorting scores 30106 versus 25181, a 19.6% lead. The smallest delta in the entire dataset is in Passmark single-thread, where the Core 5 213PTE leads by 5.9%, scoring 3718 versus 3512.

The Core i5-14400T never comes within 5% of the Core 5 213PTE in any test. Its best performance relative to the winner is in single-threaded Passmark testing, where the delta is 5.9%. In every other test, the gap exceeds 8.8%. The data shows a processor that is clearly outclassed in compute performance, though its lower TDP may make it a better fit for power-constrained systems.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification areas:

• Cores: Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores; Core i5-14400T has 10 cores
• Threads: Both have 16 threads
• Base clock: 2.10 GHz versus 1.50 GHz
• Boost clock: 5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz
• TDP: 45W versus 35W
• Codename: Bartlett Lake versus Raptor Lake-R
• Architecture: Not specified versus Raptor Lake
• Generation: Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) versus Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• L2 cache: 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core
• L3 cache: 24 MB shared versus 20 MB shared
• Memory bandwidth: 76.8 GB/s versus not recorded
• Die size: Not recorded versus 215 mm²
• Release date: March 2026 versus January 2024
• Part number: SA4QM versus SRN3N

Both processors share the same launch MSRP of $221, socket type, process node, foundry, memory support, memory bus width, ECC support, PCIe configuration, integrated graphics, market segment, production status, and unlocked multiplier status (both locked).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400T has 10 cores, while the Intel Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores. Both have 16 threads.

Q: What is the performance delta in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE scores 21751, which is 26.5% higher than the Core i5-14400T score of 17189.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has a 5.20 GHz boost clock, compared to 4.50 GHz for the Core i5-14400T.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses and ECC memory support.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has a 45W TDP, while the Core i5-14400T has a 35W TDP.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

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

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 5 213PTE outperforms the Intel Core i5-14400T in every recorded test. The Core 5 213PTE wins 17 out of 17 comparisons, with deltas ranging from 5.9% in single-threaded Passmark testing to 115.1% in prime number finding. Its higher clock speeds, larger cache allocations, and superior per-core performance make it the faster processor for all workloads represented in the database.

The Intel Core i5-14400T does have two structural advantages: more cores and a lower 35W TDP. The extra cores do not translate into performance wins, as the Core 5 213PTE manages to beat it in multi-threaded tests despite having two fewer cores. The lower TDP makes the Core i5-14400T a more power-efficient option for systems where thermal and power limits are strict.

The Core 5 213PTE sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 32924. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-12700, which scores 32942 with a delta of -0.1%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, which scores 33079 with a delta of -0.5%. The Core i5-14400T sits at the 79th percentile with an average score of 27166, placing it near the Intel Core i9-9900K and AMD Ryzen 7 5700G.

For a builder choosing between these two, the Core 5 213PTE delivers measurably higher performance in every category, from rendering to encryption to math workloads. The Core i5-14400T is only preferable when the 35W TDP is a hard requirement, as its performance is consistently lower across the board. Given the identical launch MSRP of $221, the Core 5 213PTE is the stronger pick based on the recorded data.