Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF records an average benchmark score of 55,093, while the Intel Core 5 213PTE scores 32,924. The Ultra 5 245KF sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs, compared to the 83rd percentile for the Core 5 213PTE.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 245KF compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245KF averages 55,093 versus 54,762 for the Ryzen 9 9900X3D, a 0.6% advantage. The Intel Core 7 253PQE sits 1.5% higher at 55,919, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is 1.9% lower at 54,053.

Q: What is the closest rival to the Core 5 213PTE in average score?

A: The Intel Core i7-12700 scores 32,942, a 0.1% difference from the 213PTE's 32,924. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H is only 0.3% higher, and both the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Ryzen 7 8700G are 0.5% higher at 33,079 and 33,089 respectively.

Q: Does the Core 5 213PTE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core 5 213PTE supports ECC memory. The Core Ultra 5 245KF does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: Both processors have a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. However, the base clock differs: the Core 5 213PTE runs at 2.10 GHz while the Core Ultra 5 245KF runs at 4.20 GHz.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth between the two processors?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245KF delivers 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while the Core 5 213PTE delivers 76.8 GB/s. The Ultra 5 245KF also supports only DDR5, whereas the Core 5 213PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures. The Core 5 213PTE is based on Bartlett Lake and belongs to the Core 5 generation, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process at Intel foundries. The Core Ultra 5 245KF is built on Arrow Lake architecture, specifically Arrow Lake-S, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 generation, fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC.

The transistor count and die size reflect the manufacturing disparity. The Core Ultra 5 245KF integrates 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The Core 5 213PTE has no recorded transistor count or die size in the database.

Core configurations differ significantly. The Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 245KF has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Ultra 5 245KF has more physical cores but no hyperthreading, resulting in fewer threads despite the higher core count.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The Core 5 213PTE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The Core Ultra 5 245KF provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 3 MB of L2 cache per core. Both share 24 MB of L3 cache.

The Core 5 213PTE includes integrated UHD Graphics 730. The Core Ultra 5 245KF has no integrated graphics, as indicated by "N/A" in the database.

Memory support diverges on ECC and type. The Core 5 213PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with ECC enabled. The Core Ultra 5 245KF supports only DDR5 without ECC. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Ultra 5 245KF's bandwidth is higher at 102.4 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s.

PCIe lanes differ as well: the Core 5 213PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 5 245KF provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

The sockets are incompatible. The Core 5 213PTE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 245KF uses Intel Socket 1851.

The multiplier is locked on the Core 5 213PTE and unlocked on the Core Ultra 5 245KF, indicating the latter supports overclocking.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head benchmark data shows a one-sided result: the Core Ultra 5 245KF wins all 17 recorded tests. The Core 5 213PTE records zero wins. This does not mean the Core 5 213PTE lacks utility; rather, its role is defined by different operating parameters.

The Core 5 213PTE draws 45 W TDP versus 125 W for the Core Ultra 5 245KF. The database positions the 213PTE in the desktop segment with a lower power envelope. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration with ECC memory support suits environments where memory error correction is required, such as data integrity workloads. The 213PTE also supports DDR4, enabling use with existing memory platforms.

The Core Ultra 5 245KF, with 14 cores, higher base clock, and larger cache per core, dominates compute-heavy tasks. Its 91st percentile ranking places it among the top CPUs in the database. The unlocked multiplier provides headroom for frequency tuning.

The benchmark split shows where each processor fits. In single-threaded PassMark tests, the Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 4,715 versus 3,718 for the Core 5 213PTE, a 21.1% lead. In multithreaded PassMark tests, the Ultra 5 245KF scores 43,110 versus 25,590, a 40.6% advantage. The gap widens further in specialized instruction workloads.

The Core 5 213PTE's lower TDP and ECC support define its niche: power-conscious systems requiring memory reliability. The Core Ultra 5 245KF's higher core count, newer process node, and overclocking capability define its role in performance-focused desktop builds.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 213PTE | Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 14 |

| Base clock | 2.10 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 125 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Arrow Lake-S |

| Process node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

| Die size | Not recorded | 243 mm² |

| L1 cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 24 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | N/A |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | $294 |

The release dates differ: the Core Ultra 5 245KF launched on 2024-10-23, while the Core 5 213PTE launched on 2026-03-08. Both are active production parts with part numbers SA4QM and SRQCY respectively.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data indicates the Core Ultra 5 245KF wins every benchmark in the comparison set. The largest deltas appear in specialized workloads.

In Cinebench tests, the Core Ultra 5 245KF leads consistently by roughly 40.7% across all versions. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 3,693 versus 2,192 for the Core 5 213PTE, a 40.6% delta. Single-core R15 shows 521 versus 309, a 40.7% delta. R20 multicore scores 15,391 versus 9,135, and R20 single-core scores 2,172 versus 1,289, both at 40.6% and 40.7% deltas respectively. R23 multicore delivers 36,647 versus 21,751, and R23 single-core delivers 5,173 versus 3,070, again at 40.6% and 40.7% deltas.

PassMark tests reveal wider margins in some areas. The data encryption test shows the largest percentage gap at 56.8%: the Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 33,381 while the Core 5 213PTE scores 14,413. Extended instructions follow closely at 57.4%: 37,912 versus 16,146. Find prime numbers shows a 62.3% delta: 416 versus 157.

Floating point math and random string sorting both show 45.5% deltas. The Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 131,546 in floating point math versus 71,722, and 55,206 in random string sorting versus 30,106.

Data compression shows a 43.3% delta: 460,123 versus 261,083. Multithread PassMark shows 43,110 versus 25,590, a 40.6% delta. Physics tests show a 26.7% delta: 2,998 versus 2,199.

The narrowest gap is in integer math. The Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 98,854 versus 93,109 for the Core 5 213PTE, a 5.8% delta. This is the only test where the margin falls below 20%.

Single-thread PassMark shows a 21.1% delta: 4,715 versus 3,718. The singlethread PassMark result is identical to single-thread at 4,715 versus 3,718.

The average benchmark score difference reflects the overall performance gap. The Core Ultra 5 245KF averages 55,093, which is 67.3% higher than the Core 5 213PTE's 32,924. The percentile rankings confirm this: 91st versus 83rd percentile.

The nearest rival comparisons place each processor in a different competitive tier. The Core Ultra 5 245KF's rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D (0.6% higher), Intel Core 7 253PQE (1.5% lower), Intel Core i9-14900HX (1.6% lower), and Intel Core Ultra 5 245K (1.9% higher). The Core 5 213PTE's rivals include the Intel Core i7-12700 (0.1% higher), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H (0.3% higher), AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (0.5% higher), and AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (0.5% higher).

These rival relationships show the Core 5 213PTE sits in a tightly packed performance cluster, while the Core Ultra 5 245KF has more separation from its immediate competitors.