Intel Core 5 221TE vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 221TE holds a decisive advantage in measured performance, but the comparison is constrained by available data. The database records 17 benchmark scores for the Intel Core 5 221TE, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark entries. This absence of scores for the i5-14501E means no direct head-to-head deltas can be calculated from the recorded data. The Core 5 221TE posts an average benchmark score of 17,860, placing it at the 71st percentile of all CPUs. The i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0, which reflects the lack of tested workloads rather than an actual performance floor.

The Core 5 221TE shows particular strength in multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score reaches 11,305, while the single-core score is 1,596. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 4,748 and single-core is 670. The older Cinebench R15 suite returns 1,139 multi-core and 160 single-core. PassMark results reinforce this pattern: multithread score of 13,301, single-thread score of 1,734 (recorded twice under slightly different test names), integer math at 42,303, floating point math at 31,661, extended instructions at 9,655, data compression at 156,682, data encryption at 8,963, physics at 977, random string sorting at 16,929, and find prime numbers at 59.

The nearest rivals in the database contextualize the Core 5 221TE. The AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT has an average score of 17,891, which is 0.2 percent higher than the Core 5 221TE. The Intel Core 5 120U scores 17,898, also 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core 7 350 scores 17,779, which is 0.5 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 5 1600 scores 17,994, 0.7 percent higher. These are tight margins, and the Core 5 221TE sits squarely within that cluster.

Because the i5-14501E has no benchmark scores, the head-to-head section can only describe the Core 5 221TE's absolute results and its standing against other database entries. The i5-14501E's 50th percentile ranking is a default position based on the absence of collected measurements.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 221TE wins every measurable workload category in this database because it is the only one of the two with recorded scores. Multi-threaded rendering tasks show the clearest advantage: the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,305 indicates strong parallel throughput, suitable for CPU-bound content creation. The R20 multi-core result of 4,748 and R15 multi-core result of 1,139 confirm consistent scaling across the suite versions.

Single-thread performance is also recorded for the Core 5 221TE, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 1,596, R20 single-core at 670, and R15 single-core at 160. PassMark single-thread at 1,734 shows the same capability. These numbers indicate the chip handles lightly threaded tasks such as everyday desktop response and legacy applications without relying on all cores.

PassMark workload-specific tests reveal where the Core 5 221TE concentrates its strength. Integer math at 42,303 and floating point math at 31,661 are the highest arithmetic scores in its record. Data compression at 156,682 is the single largest PassMark score, suggesting strong performance in archiving and storage-related compression workloads. Data encryption at 8,963 and extended instructions at 9,655 show moderate throughput for cryptographic and SIMD-heavy code. Physics at 977 and random string sorting at 16,929 round out the suite.

The Intel Core i5-14501E has no wins in the database because no benchmark data exists for it. Its specifications are recorded, but its performance profile is unmeasured. The Core 5 221TE therefore claims all recorded wins by default.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 221TE compare to its nearest rivals in average score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT averages 17,891, which is 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core 5 120U averages 17,898, 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core 7 350 averages 17,779, 0.5 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 5 1600 averages 17,994, 0.7 percent higher.

Q: What is the highest recorded benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 221TE?

A: The highest recorded score is 156,682 in the PassMark data compression test. The next highest is 42,303 in PassMark integer math, followed by 31,661 in floating point math.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14501E have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The i5-14501E has an empty benchmarks array, resulting in an average score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking. The Core 5 221TE has 17 recorded benchmark scores.

Q: Which processor has the higher core count?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14501E has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, which is higher by 0.20 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two chips?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Intel Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 watts, which is 20 watts higher.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in core and thread counts. The Intel Core 5 221TE provides 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501E provides 6 cores and 12 threads. The base clocks differ substantially: the Core 5 221TE runs at 1.80 GHz, and the i5-14501E runs at 3.30 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the Core 5 221TE at 5.00 GHz and the i5-14501E at 5.20 GHz.

TDP differs by 20 watts. The Core 5 221TE is rated at 45 watts, the i5-14501E at 65 watts. Both use the Intel Socket 1700. The integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770.

Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Core 5 221TE at 76.8 GB/s. The i5-14501E has a null memory bandwidth field. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. Both support ECC memory. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ. The i5-14501E was released on 2024-06-30, and the Core 5 221TE was released on 2025-01-12. The Core 5 221TE has a launch MSRP of $232. The i5-14501E has no recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers differ: SRVQS for the Core 5 221TE, Q49HSRNJM for the i5-14501E. The Core 5 221TE sits at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, while the i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile. The average benchmark score is 17,860 for the Core 5 221TE and 0 for the i5-14501E.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 221TE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation, specifically listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake). The Intel Core i5-14501E belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, with an architecture of Raptor Lake and a codename of Raptor Lake-R, listed as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The production status is Active for both.

Both processors are fabricated on a 10 nm process node by Intel. Both have a die size of 215 mm². Transistor counts are not recorded for either chip. Cache structures are identical in the recorded data: 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Neither has 3D V-Cache.

The architectural distinction is generation-based. Bartlett Lake is a newer release for the Core 5 221TE, while Raptor Lake Refresh underlies the i5-14501E. The core count difference, 10 versus 6, is the most significant architectural consequence reflected in the benchmark data. The 45-watt TDP of the Core 5 221TE suggests a lower power envelope despite the higher core count, and the 1.80 GHz base clock reflects that power target. The i5-14501E uses a higher 3.30 GHz base clock and a 65-watt envelope.

The integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 5 221TE and UHD Graphics 770 on the i5-14501E. Memory bandwidth is listed only for the Core 5 221TE at 76.8 GB/s, and the i5-14501E leaves that field blank. Both support the same memory types, bus width, ECC, and PCIe configuration.

The Verdict

The recorded data favors the Intel Core 5 221TE in every measurable category. It has 10 cores and 16 threads versus the i5-14501E's 6 cores and 12 threads. Its average benchmark score of 17,860 places it at the 71st percentile, while the i5-14501E has no recorded scores and sits at the 50th percentile placeholder. The Core 5 221TE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,305 and a single-core score of 1,596, along with strong PassMark results across integer math, floating point math, and data compression.

The i5-14501E cannot be evaluated on performance from this database because no measurements exist. Its only recorded advantages are the higher base clock of 3.30 GHz versus 1.80 GHz, the higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 5.00 GHz, and the newer integrated graphics, UHD Graphics 770 versus UHD Graphics 730. It also has a higher TDP of 65 watts versus 45 watts.

The Core 5 221TE is the processor with the complete performance record and the higher core count. The i5-14501E is the processor with the higher clock speeds but no benchmark evidence. For workloads that depend on multi-threaded throughput, the Core 5 221TE is the only one of the two with supporting data. For workloads that depend on per-core frequency, the i5-14501E has the specification advantage, but the database provides no scores to confirm it. The Core 5 221TE also carries a launch MSRP of $232, and the i5-14501E has no recorded MSRP.

The nearest rivals to the Core 5 221TE are all within 0.7 percent of its average score, which shows the chip is competitive with established processors like the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT and the Intel Core 7 350. The i5-14501E has no rival list in the database. The verdict from the recorded data is clear: the Core 5 221TE is the only one of the two with a measured performance profile, and that profile is competitive with its nearest rivals. The i5-14501E remains an unmeasured entry, and any performance claim about it cannot be supported by this database.