Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database reveals a clear split between these two processors, with the Intel Core 5 213PTE dominating Cinebench workloads while the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H takes the majority of PassMark tests. Out of 17 head-to-head comparisons, the Core Ultra 7 255H wins 10, while the Core 5 213PTE wins 7.

The most dramatic difference appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Core 5 213PTE scores 21,751 versus the Core Ultra 7 255H's 9,240. That is a 57.5% advantage for the Core 5, the largest single delta in the entire comparison. The single-core results follow a similar pattern, with the Core 5 leading by 40% in Cinebench R23 single-core (3,070 versus 1,843). Older Cinebench versions confirm the trend: R20 multi-core shows a 30.1% lead for the Core 5 (9,135 versus 6,381), and R15 multi-core shows a 30.9% lead (2,192 versus 1,515). Even in single-core tests the Core 5 maintains its edge, winning Cinebench R20 single-core by 30.2% (1,289 versus 900) and Cinebench R15 single-core by 18.8% (309 versus 251).

The Core Ultra 7 255H, however, posts several substantial wins in PassMark workloads. Data encryption stands out: the Core Ultra 7 scores 23,395 versus 14,413, a 62.3% advantage. Extended instructions follow at 47.1% (23,755 versus 16,146), and floating point math shows a 37.7% lead (98,796 versus 71,722). Prime number finding is another strong point, with the Core Ultra 7 at 303 versus 157, a 93% delta. Data compression favors the Core Ultra 7 by 14.5% (298,850 versus 261,083), while multithread performance is 20% higher (30,703 versus 25,590). Random string sorting adds a 19.8% win (36,058 versus 30,106), and physics testing shows a modest 2.5% lead (2,254 versus 2,199). Single-thread PassMark results give the Core Ultra 7 a 16.1% advantage (4,317 versus 3,718).

The Core 5 213PTE also claims PassMark integer math, scoring 93,109 versus 77,975, a 16.3% margin. Overall average benchmark scores sit close: the Core Ultra 7 255H averages 33,537 across all tests, while the Core 5 213PTE averages 32,924. Both processors land at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating similar aggregate positioning despite their divergent workload strengths.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different Intel families. The Core Ultra 7 255H belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, built on Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-H codename and a 3 nm process node from TSMC. The Core 5 213PTE uses Bartlett Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process. This process difference likely explains part of the power and efficiency gap, though the recorded data does not directly measure it.

Core counts differ substantially: the Core Ultra 7 255H packs 16 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Both support simultaneous multithreading to reach 16 threads, but the Core Ultra 7 achieves this with more physical cores. Cache layouts also differ: the Core Ultra 7 offers 192 KB L1 per core and 3 MB L2 per core, while the Core 5 213PTE has 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core. Both share 24 MB of L3 cache.

Clock speeds favor the Core 5 213PTE slightly, with a 2.10 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost versus the Core Ultra 7's 2.00 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost. Thermal design power is inverted: the Core Ultra 7 255H has a 28 W TDP, while the Core 5 213PTE draws 45 W. The Core Ultra 7 targets the mobile segment with an Intel BGA 2049 socket, while the Core 5 213PTE is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700.

Memory support shows a generational split. The Core Ultra 7 255H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth, while the Core 5 213PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 but caps at 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both use dual-channel memory buses and both support ECC memory. PCIe lanes differ: the Core Ultra 7 offers 20 CPU-only Gen 5 lanes, while the Core 5 213PTE provides 16 Gen 5 lanes.

Integrated graphics represent another clear division. The Core Ultra 7 255H ships with Arc Graphics 140T, whereas the Core 5 213PTE includes UHD Graphics 730. Release dates also differ, with the Core Ultra 7 launching in January 2025 and the Core 5 following in March 2026. Both remain active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data paints a workload-dependent picture. For heavily threaded rendering or compute tasks measured by Cinebench, the Core 5 213PTE is the clear choice, leading by 30% to 57.5% across all three Cinebench versions and both single and multi-core tests. Its higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and 45 W TDP likely contribute to these results, though the database does not explicitly confirm causation.

For security, compression, and mixed instruction workloads, the Core Ultra 7 255H takes command. Its 62.3% encryption advantage and 47.1% extended instructions lead suggest strong AVX and crypto capabilities. Data compression at 14.5% ahead and multithread at 20% ahead further reinforce its utility for file handling and parallel general-purpose tasks. The 93% lead in prime number finding indicates exceptional integer-heavy algorithmic performance.

Users who prioritize Cinebench-style rendering, integer math, or sustained desktop workloads should lean toward the Core 5 213PTE. Those who need encryption throughput, floating point math, or data compression will find the Core Ultra 7 255H superior. The overall percentile ranking at 83 for both suggests either processor sits comfortably above most CPUs in the database, with the Core Ultra 7 holding a slight average score edge of 33,537 versus 32,924. The 0.4% to 0.5% deltas against nearest rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 240 and Intel Core i5-12600HX indicate tight competition in this performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE wins decisively with a score of 21,751 versus the Core Ultra 7 255H's 9,240, a 57.5% advantage.

Q: How large is the encryption performance gap?

A: The Core Ultra 7 255H leads PassMark data encryption by 62.3%, scoring 23,395 against the Core 5 213PTE's 14,413.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core Ultra 7 255H and the Core 5 213PTE list ECC memory support in their specifications.

Q: Which chip has more physical cores?

A: The Core Ultra 7 255H has 16 physical cores and 16 threads, while the Core 5 213PTE has 8 physical cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread PassMark result for each?

A: The Core Ultra 7 255H scores 4,317, while the Core 5 213PTE scores 3,718, giving the Core Ultra 7 a 16.1% lead.

Q: Are there any Cinebench tests where the Core Ultra 7 wins?

A: No, the Core 5 213PTE wins all six Cinebench tests (R15, R20, and R23, each single and multi-core) in the recorded data.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 213PTE owns every Cinebench metric. Rendering workloads that rely on Cinebench R15, R20, or R23 will consistently favor this chip, with multi-core margins ranging from 30.1% to 57.5% and single-core margins from 18.8% to 40%. PassMark integer math also belongs to the Core 5, with a 16.3% edge that suggests strength in general arithmetic operations.

The Core Ultra 7 255H dominates the remaining PassMark suite. Data encryption leads by 62.3%, making it the preferred option for cryptographic workloads or secure file operations. Extended instructions at 47.1% ahead point to broader SIMD or specialized instruction set efficiency. Floating point math, prime number finding, data compression, multithread performance, random string sorting, physics simulation, and single-thread tasks all fall to the Core Ultra 7, with margins between 2.5% and 93%. This combination of wins gives the Core Ultra 7 a 10 to 7 advantage in total head-to-head victories.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Core 5 213PTE |

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

| Cores | 16 | 8 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2049 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Arrow Lake-H | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

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

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

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

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

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

| Integrated graphics | Arc Graphics 140T | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | January 2025 | March 2026 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $221 |