Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a consistent and decisive advantage for the Intel Core 5 213PTE across every benchmark in the comparison set. The Core 5 213PTE wins all six head-to-head tests, with the Core i5-14401E failing to claim a single victory. The margin is uniform, almost exactly 19.8% in five of the six tests, and 19.7% in the sixth.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 213PTE scores 21751 against 18161 for the Core i5-14401E, a 19.8% lead. This is the largest absolute gap in the dataset, confirming that the 213PTE delivers substantially more multi-threaded throughput. The single-core result in the same test follows the same pattern: 3070 versus 2564, a 19.7% difference. The consistency of the delta across both single and multi-threaded workloads suggests the advantage is structural, not workload-specific.

Cinebench R20 shows the same story. The multi-core score for the Core 5 213PTE is 9135, while the Core i5-14401E manages 7627. The single-core scores are 1289 and 1076 respectively, again a 19.8% gap. Cinebench R15 repeats the pattern: 2192 versus 1830 in multi-core, and 309 versus 258 in single-core, both at 19.8%.

The percentile data reinforces this hierarchy. The Core 5 213PTE sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Core i5-14401E is at the 60th percentile. The average benchmark score for the 213PTE is 32924, which places it in the company of the Intel Core i7-12700 (32942, a 0.1% difference), the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (33079, a 0.5% difference), the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (33089, a 0.5% difference), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (32812, a 0.3% difference). The Core i5-14401E, by contrast, has an average score of 5253 and sits alongside the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (5259, 0.1% difference), the Intel Core i7-11700B (5241, 0.2% difference), the Intel Core i9-10850K (5240, 0.2% difference), and the Intel Core i5-13400T (5210, 0.8% difference). These rival clusters make clear that the 213PTE competes in a different performance tier than the 14401E.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a common manufacturing foundation but diverge in several structural details. Both are built on a 10 nm process at Intel. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 platform, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and both feature dual-channel memory buses. Integrated graphics are identical: UHD Graphics 730 on both parts. ECC memory support is present on both, and both expose PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The core configuration is the first major difference. The Intel Core 5 213PTE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses 6 cores and 12 threads. That is a 33% advantage in core count and thread count for the 213PTE, which explains much of its multi-core performance lead.

Clock speeds also favor the Core 5 213PTE. Its base clock is 2.10 GHz and its boost clock reaches 5.20 GHz. The Core i5-14401E has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz but a lower boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The peak frequency difference of 0.50 GHz in favor of the 213PTE is significant for single-threaded workloads.

Cache hierarchies differ as well. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the 213PTE, versus 1.25 MB per core on the 14401E. Shared L3 cache is 24 MB on the 213PTE and 20 MB on the 14401E. The 213PTE therefore has both more per-core L2 and more total L3.

Thermal and power characteristics diverge. The Core 5 213PTE is rated at a 45 W TDP, while the Core i5-14401E is rated at 65 W. The lower TDP of the 213PTE, combined with its higher performance, indicates a more efficient design per watt in the recorded data. The die size for the 14401E is listed at 215 mm², while no die size is recorded for the 213PTE.

Codename and generation also differ. The Core 5 213PTE is built on the Bartlett Lake architecture and is listed under the "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)" generation. The Core i5-14401E belongs to the Raptor Lake family, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the "Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)" generation. The 213PTE has a release date of 2026-03-08, while the 14401E was released on 2024-06-30. Both are listed as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU wins in multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins every multi-core benchmark in the dataset. It leads by 19.8% in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests. Its 8 cores and 16 threads outpace the 6 cores and 12 threads of the Core i5-14401E.

Q: Which CPU wins in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE also wins every single-core benchmark. It holds a 19.8% lead in Cinebench R15 and R20 single-core, and a 19.7% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its higher 5.20 GHz boost clock versus 4.70 GHz on the 14401E supports this result.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in the overall database rankings?

A: The Core 5 213PTE is at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32924. The Core i5-14401E is at the 60th percentile, with an average score of 5253. The 213PTE sits near the Intel Core i7-12700 and AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, while the 14401E sits near the Intel Core i7-11700B and Intel Core i9-10850K.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The 213PTE therefore has two additional cores and four additional threads.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory and the same integrated graphics?

A: Yes. Both the Core 5 213PTE and the Core i5-14401E support ECC memory, and both use UHD Graphics 730 as their integrated GPU. Both also support DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has a TDP of 45 W. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 W. The 213PTE delivers higher benchmark scores while carrying a lower thermal rating.

The Verdict

The data presents an unambiguous result. The Intel Core 5 213PTE outperforms the Intel Core i5-14401E in every recorded benchmark, with a consistent margin of approximately 19.8%. It wins all six head-to-head tests, holds a higher percentile ranking (83rd versus 60th), and achieves a higher average benchmark score (32924 versus 5253).

The architectural advantages of the 213PTE are clear: more cores (8 versus 6), more threads (16 versus 12), a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 4.70 GHz), larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 1.25 MB), and more L3 cache (24 MB versus 20 MB). It accomplishes all of this with a lower TDP (45 W versus 65 W).

The Core i5-14401E does retain some advantages in the specification sheet. Its base clock is higher at 2.50 GHz, and it has a recorded die size of 215 mm², whereas no die size is listed for the 213PTE. It also has an earlier release date of 2024-06-30. However, none of these factors translate into a benchmark win in the available data.

For a system builder prioritizing raw performance, the Intel Core 5 213PTE is the clear choice from the data. For a builder constrained by platform familiarity with the Raptor Lake generation, the Core i5-14401E remains a functional desktop processor, but its performance sits in a lower tier, near the Intel Core i9-10850K and Intel Core i5-13400T rather than near the top of the database rankings.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 213PTE | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Die Size | not recorded | 215 mm² |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | not recorded |

Both CPUs share the same socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC support (yes), PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), and multiplier status (locked). The Core 5 213PTE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Core i5-14401E.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins in every benchmark category present in the database. It dominates Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multi-core tests. For workloads that scale with core count, such as rendering, compilation, or any heavily multithreaded application, the 213PTE's 8 cores and 16 threads provide a 19.8% advantage over the 14401E. For lightly threaded tasks, its 5.20 GHz boost clock delivers the same 19.8% single-core lead.

The Core i5-14401E has no benchmark wins in the recorded data. Its practical advantages are limited to its higher base clock of 2.50 GHz, which may affect sustained all-core operation at lower power envelopes, and its earlier availability, with a release date of 2024-06-30 versus 2026-03-08 for the 213PTE. The 14401E also has a documented die size of 215 mm², which may be relevant for thermal density analysis, though no performance benefit from this is visible in the measurements.

The 213PTE's nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i7-12700 (0.1% behind), the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (0.5% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (0.5% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.3% behind). The 14401E's nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i7-11700B (0.2% behind), the Intel Core i9-10850K (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i5-13400T (0.8% behind). These groupings show that the 213PTE operates at a substantially higher performance level, and any builder choosing between these two processors should expect the 213PTE to deliver superior results in both single-threaded and multi-threaded work.