Intel Core 5 220H vs Intel Core 5 221TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 5 220H, which wins 16 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core 5 221TE. The single exception is Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the 221TE scores 11305 against 11198 for the 220H, a margin of 0.9%. This result is notable because it is the only benchmark where the lower-core-count part takes the lead, and the margin is narrow enough to be considered within run-to-run variance.

The 220H dominates in single-threaded workloads. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 3405 against 1734, a delta of 96.4%, the largest advantage in the entire comparison. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a similar pattern: 262 versus 160, a 63.8% lead. Cinebench R20 single-core follows with 1102 versus 670, also a 64.5% advantage. Cinebench R23 single-core narrows the gap somewhat but still favors the 220H by 16.1%, with scores of 1853 and 1596 respectively.

Multi-core performance tells a more nuanced story. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the 220H scores 1835 against 1139, a 61.1% lead. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 7812 versus 4748, a 64.5% advantage. However, Cinebench R23 multi-core flips the result, as noted above. PassMark multithread, by contrast, strongly favors the 220H: 21884 versus 13301, a 64.5% delta. The 220H also leads in PassMark integer math by 73.9% (73555 versus 42303), and in PassMark data encryption by 69.8% (15216 versus 8963). PassMark random string sorting favors the 220H by 68% (28438 versus 16929), while floating-point math shows a 63.2% advantage (51671 versus 31661).

The remaining workloads are consistent with this pattern. PassMark data compression gives the 220H a 58.2% lead (247921 versus 156682). PassMark extended instructions favors the 220H by 51.7% (14642 versus 9655). PassMark physics shows a 51.3% advantage (1478 versus 977), and PassMark find prime numbers gives the 220H a 39% lead (82 versus 59). Across all recorded benchmarks, the average benchmark score for the 220H is 28574, placing it in the 80th percentile of all CPUs. The 221TE averages 17860, in the 71st percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share Intel as the manufacturer, a 10 nm process node, and identical per-core L1 cache of 80 KB. Beyond that, the architectures diverge substantially. The 220H uses Raptor Lake silicon with the Raptor Lake-H codename, part of the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The 221TE uses Bartlett Lake silicon, a separate codename and generation. Both chips use the same process node but target different platforms and design goals.

Core counts differ: the 220H has 12 cores and 16 threads, while the 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. Thread counts match because the 220H uses a mix of performance and efficiency cores, whereas the 221TE's configuration delivers the same thread count from fewer physical cores. Base clocks differ significantly: the 220H runs at 2.70 GHz, while the 221TE starts at 1.80 GHz. Boost clocks reverse the ordering: the 221TE boosts to 5.00 GHz, slightly ahead of the 220H's 4.90 GHz. This explains why the 221TE can win the R23 multi-core test despite lower core count: its higher boost ceiling and larger shared L3 cache (24 MB versus 18 MB) compensate in that specific workload.

Cache configurations also differ. The 220H has 2 MB of L2 per core and 18 MB of shared L3. The 221TE has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 24 MB of shared L3. The smaller L2 per core on the 221TE is offset by a larger L3 pool, which may help in certain memory-intensive workloads. The 221TE also has a documented die size of 215 mm², while the 220H has no die size recorded in the database.

Memory support is similar on paper: both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. The 221TE adds a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, a figure absent for the 220H. The 221TE also supports ECC memory, while the 220H does not. This is a meaningful distinction for reliability-focused desktop workloads.

PCIe connectivity differs. The 220H provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The 221TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The 221TE doubles the available CPU PCIe lanes, which matters for expansion in desktop systems.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The 220H uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, while the 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730. The 220H's iGPU is the more capable of the two for graphics tasks, based on the product segmentation. The 220H uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket and targets the mobile segment. The 221TE uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets the desktop segment.

Production status is Active for both. The 220H has a release date of December 17, 2024, and the 221TE has a release date of January 12, 2025. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers are SRQ6SQ5MM for the 220H and SRVQS for the 221TE.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split by workload and platform. The Intel Core 5 220H is the stronger performer in the vast majority of recorded benchmarks. It wins 16 of 17 comparisons, with particularly large margins in single-threaded tests and integer-heavy PassMark workloads. Its average benchmark score of 28574 sits in the 80th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7203P at 28583 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS at 28549 (0.1% delta). This places it firmly in the upper-midrange of the database.

The Intel Core 5 221TE is not without merit. Its single win in Cinebench R23 multi-core, with a score of 11305 against 11198, shows that its combination of 10 cores, 16 threads, 5.00 GHz boost, and 24 MB L3 cache can edge out the 220H in specific sustained multi-core workloads. Its average benchmark score of 17860 places it in the 71st percentile, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT at 17891 (-0.2% delta) and the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898 (-0.2% delta). It also offers ECC memory support and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, features the 220H lacks.

For mobile deployments where the BGA 1744 socket and Iris Xe Graphics 80EU are required, the 220H is the only option of the two, and the data confirms it is also the faster chip overall. For desktop systems where ECC memory, expanded PCIe lanes, and a larger L3 cache are priorities, the 221TE offers those capabilities while sacrificing significant single-thread and integer performance. The 220H's 96.4% lead in PassMark single-thread and 73.9% lead in PassMark integer math are decisive for general responsiveness and compute-heavy desktop work. The 221TE's 0.9% R23 win is too narrow to recommend it on performance grounds alone.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 220H | Intel Core 5 221TE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-H | Bartlett Lake |

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

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

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

| L3 Cache | 18 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 215 mm² |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-12-17 | 2025-01-12 |

| Part Number | SRQ6SQ5MM | SRVQS |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H has an average benchmark score of 28574, while the Intel Core 5 221TE averages 17860. The 220H ranks in the 80th percentile of all CPUs, and the 221TE ranks in the 71st percentile.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 221TE win any benchmark against the 220H?

A: Yes. The 221TE wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 11305 versus 11198 for the 220H, a 0.9% margin. It loses the other 16 recorded head-to-head comparisons.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark single-thread, where the 220H scores 3405 against 1734 for the 221TE, a 96.4% advantage. The same margin appears in the duplicate PassMark singlethread entry.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 5 220H does not. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses, but only the 221TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The 220H has 12 cores and 16 threads. The 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. Both processors present 16 threads to the operating system, but the 220H does so with two additional physical cores.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The 221TE has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only). The 220H has 8 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only). The 221TE doubles the CPU-attached PCIe lane count.