Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 3 105UL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 5 213PTE, which wins all 17 head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core Ultra 3 105UL. The average benchmark score for the Core 5 213PTE is 32924, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all tested CPUs, while the Core Ultra 3 105UL averages 13061 and sits in the 68th percentile.

The largest single advantage appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Core 5 213PTE scores 157 versus 44 for the Ultra 3 105UL, a 256.8% advantage. This test measures integer-heavy mathematical workloads, and the gap suggests a substantial difference in raw arithmetic throughput per clock cycle.

Multi-threaded rendering workloads show a consistent pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 5 213PTE delivers 21751 points against 8742 for the Ultra 3 105UL, a 148.8% margin. The same percentage appears across Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, indicating that the performance ratio stays remarkably stable regardless of the rendering engine version. Single-core Cinebench results follow a similar trend, with the Core 5 213PTE leading by 149.2% in R15 single-core and 148.8% in both R20 and R23 single-core tests.

PassMark multithread performance shows the Core 5 213PTE at 25590 points versus 10285, again a 148.8% difference. The physics test reveals an even larger gap at 206.3%, with scores of 2199 and 718 respectively. Extended instruction workloads show a 186.6% advantage for the Core 5 213PTE, scoring 16146 against 5634. Data compression favors the Core 5 213PTE by 177.9% (261083 versus 93961), while random string sorting shows a 169.3% lead (30106 versus 11179).

Floating point math sees the Core 5 213PTE at 71722 versus 30750, a 133.2% margin. Integer math and data encryption show smaller but still substantial gaps at 126.2% and 126.8% respectively. The narrowest head-to-head margin is in single-thread PassMark performance: the Core 5 213PTE scores 3718 against 3382 for the Ultra 3 105UL, a 9.9% lead. This relatively modest single-thread advantage contrasts sharply with the multi-thread results, indicating that the Core 5 213PTE's superiority grows substantially when more cores and threads are engaged.

The Core 5 213PTE's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-12700 with an average score of 32942 (0.1% ahead of the Core 5 213PTE), the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G at 33089 (0.5% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D at 33079 (0.5% ahead). The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H trails slightly at 32812, 0.3% behind. For the Ultra 3 105UL, the closest comparators are older mainstream parts: the Intel Core i5-9400F at 13041 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core i7-10750H at 13024 (0.3% ahead), the Intel Core i5-8500 at 13142 (0.6% behind), and the Intel Core i7-7700K at 13291 (1.7% behind).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock, and what does that mean for single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 3 105UL reaches 4.20 GHz. In PassMark single-thread testing, the Core 5 213PTE scores 3718 versus 3382 for the Ultra 3 105UL, a 9.9% advantage, which is the closest margin of any benchmark in the comparison.

Q: How does thread count differ between the two processors?

A: Both have 8 physical cores, but the Core 5 213PTE supports 16 threads while the Ultra 3 105UL supports only 10 threads. This 6-thread difference likely contributes to the 148.8% advantage the Core 5 213PTE shows across all Cinebench multi-core tests.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth rating?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 3 105UL has a higher rated memory bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s, compared to 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5 213PTE. Both use dual-channel memory, though the Ultra 3 105UL supports only DDR5 while the Core 5 213PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What are the cache size differences between the two?

A: The Core 5 213PTE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 3 105UL has 112 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and only 10 MB of shared L3 cache, giving the Core 5 213PTE a 14 MB L3 advantage.

Q: How do the integrated graphics compare?

A: The Core 5 213PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Ultra 3 105UL features Arc Xe-LPG 48EU. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores for either processor, so no performance comparison can be drawn from the recorded data.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 213PTE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core Ultra 3 105UL does not list ECC support in its specifications.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins every recorded benchmark, making the use-case split straightforward. For multi-threaded productivity workloads such as video rendering, 3D physics simulation, and data compression, the Core 5 213PTE delivers between 126.2% and 256.8% higher scores. Cinebench multi-core results across all three versions (R15, R20, R23) show a consistent 148.8% advantage, indicating that the Core 5 213PTE is strongly preferable for CPU-bound rendering tasks.

The Core 5 213PTE also dominates in memory-intensive operations. Data compression scores of 261083 versus 93961 represent a 177.9% lead, and random string sorting shows a 169.3% advantage. These workloads benefit from the larger 24 MB L3 cache on the Core 5 213PTE compared to 10 MB on the Ultra 3 105UL.

For single-threaded tasks, the Core 5 213PTE still leads, but by a much smaller margin. The 9.9% advantage in PassMark single-thread performance means the Ultra 3 105UL is comparatively closer in lightly threaded applications like typical office productivity or web browsing. However, the Ultra 3 105UL's 15W TDP and lower 1.50 GHz base clock versus 45W and 2.10 GHz for the Core 5 213PTE suggest the Ultra 3 105UL could be the more appropriate choice for power-constrained or compact desktop systems, despite its lower scores.

The Ultra 3 105UL does hold advantages in certain specifications that the benchmark data does not capture. Its 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the Core 5 213PTE's 76.8 GB/s, and its integrated Arc Xe-LPG 48EU graphics may offer different multimedia capabilities than the UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 5 213PTE. The Ultra 3 105UL also uses the newer Socket 1851 platform and Meteor Lake architecture, which may provide platform-level features not reflected in the CPU benchmark scores.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification areas. The Core 5 213PTE uses a base clock of 2.10 GHz and boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Ultra 3 105UL has a 1.50 GHz base clock and 4.20 GHz boost. Thermal design power differs substantially: 45W for the Core 5 213PTE versus 15W for the Ultra 3 105UL.

Socket compatibility separates the two entirely. The Core 5 213PTE fits Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 3 105UL uses Intel Socket 1851. The Core 5 213PTE has a 10 nm process node, whereas the Ultra 3 105UL uses a 7 nm node. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Cache configurations differ in L1 and L3. The Core 5 213PTE has 80 KB L1 per core and 24 MB shared L3, while the Ultra 3 105UL has 112 KB L1 per core and 10 MB shared L3. Both share a 2 MB L2 per core allocation.

Memory support varies. The Core 5 213PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. The Ultra 3 105UL supports DDR5 depending on the motherboard, with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. PCIe capabilities differ as well: the Core 5 213PTE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the Ultra 3 105UL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ between UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 5 213PTE and Arc Xe-LPG 48EU on the Ultra 3 105UL. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 5 213PTE launched in March 2026 with a launch MSRP of $221, while the Ultra 3 105UL launched in April 2024 with a launch MSRP of $295.

Architecture Differences

The Core 5 213PTE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, while the Ultra 3 105UL uses the Meteor Lake architecture with the Meteor Lake-PS codename and sits in the Core Ultra Series 1 generation. These represent fundamentally different design approaches from Intel.

The Bartlett Lake-based Core 5 213PTE uses a 10 nm process node, whereas the Meteor Lake-based Ultra 3 105UL uses a 7 nm node. Despite the smaller node on the Ultra 3 105UL, the Core 5 213PTE achieves significantly higher clock speeds, with a 5.20 GHz boost versus 4.20 GHz.

Thread configuration reveals a notable architectural difference. Both chips have 8 physical cores, but the Core 5 213PTE supports 16 threads (implying full hyperthreading across all cores), while the Ultra 3 105UL supports only 10 threads. This suggests the Ultra 3 105UL may use a hybrid core arrangement where not all cores support simultaneous multithreading, or where some cores are efficiency-focused.

Cache architecture differs beyond total capacities. The Ultra 3 105UL has larger L1 cache per core at 112 KB versus 80 KB on the Core 5 213PTE, but the Core 5 213PTE has a much larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB versus 10 MB. The smaller L3 on the Ultra 3 105UL likely reflects its lower power target and reduced memory subsystem, while the larger L3 on the Core 5 213PTE supports its higher sustained performance.

The Ultra 3 105UL uses the newer Socket 1851 platform with PCIe Gen 4 support at 8 lanes, while the Core 5 213PTE uses Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 at 16 lanes. The memory architecture also diverges: the Core 5 213PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with ECC, while the Ultra 3 105UL supports only DDR5 (depending on motherboard) without ECC. The Ultra 3 105UL's higher memory bandwidth rating of 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s for the Core 5 213PTE suggests a different memory controller design, even though the Core 5 213PTE achieves far superior benchmark results in memory-sensitive workloads.

The 45W TDP of the Core 5 213PTE versus 15W for the Ultra 3 105UL reflects a fundamental architectural trade-off. The Core 5 213PTE is designed for sustained multi-threaded performance with ample power delivery, while the Ultra 3 105UL targets efficiency and lower thermals. The benchmark data confirms this trade-off: the Ultra 3 105UL's power-efficient architecture sacrifices significant performance across every measured workload, while the Core 5 213PTE's higher power budget enables 148.8% or greater advantages in most multi-threaded tests.