Intel Core 5 221TE vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-14700 wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 5 221TE does not win a single test in the database. The most lopsided result appears in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the i7-14700 scores 4061 against the 221TE's 1139, a 72 percent deficit. The margin stays wide across every workload category, though single-core tests show the closest gap.

In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i7-14700 scores 2080 versus 1596 for the 221TE, a 23.3 percent lead. That is the smallest delta in the entire comparison. Multi-core scaling tells a very different story. The i7-14700's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28398 is 60.2 percent ahead of the 221TE's 11305. The R20 multi-core result is even more severe: 14388 versus 4748, a 67 percent gap. The same 67 percent delta appears in PassMark multi-thread, with the i7-14700 scoring 40318 and the 221TE scoring 13301.

PassMark integer math shows the largest percentage difference of any test. The i7-14700 scores 154535 against 42303 for the 221TE, a 72.6 percent lead. Floating point math is nearly as wide: 106716 versus 31661, a 70.3 percent gap. Data compression favors the i7-14700 by 68.6 percent (498198 versus 156682), and data encryption shows a 69.7 percent advantage (29601 versus 8963). Extended instructions deliver a 66 percent edge (28388 versus 9655), while random string sorting lands at 68.8 percent (54340 versus 16929). Prime number finding favors the i7-14700 by 64 percent (164 versus 59), and physics simulation shows a 56.1 percent gap (2226 versus 977). PassMark single-thread rounds out the list at 59.1 percent (4236 versus 1734), matching the Cinebench R15 single-core delta of 46.5 percent (299 versus 160).

Looking at the aggregate database numbers, the i7-14700 holds an average benchmark score of 52301, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The 221TE averages 17860, which sits in the 71st percentile. The nearest rivals for the i7-14700 include the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H (52431, 0.2 percent ahead), the AMD EPYC 8124P (52121, 0.3 percent behind), and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (52073, 0.4 percent behind). The 221TE's closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT (17891, 0.2 percent ahead), the Intel Core 5 120U (17898, 0.2 percent ahead), and the Intel Core 7 350 (17779, 0.5 percent behind). These placements confirm that the two processors occupy entirely different performance tiers.

Architecture Differences

The two CPUs share the same Intel Socket 1700, the same 10 nm process node, and the same Intel foundry. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, both include ECC memory support, and both expose Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics differ: the 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14700 steps up to UHD Graphics 770.

Core configuration separates them clearly. The 221TE, codenamed Bartlett Lake, provides 10 cores and 16 threads. The i7-14700, built on Raptor Lake-R, doubles the core count to 20 and expands threads to 28. The i7-14700's architecture is listed as Raptor Lake with the codename Raptor Lake-R, while the 221TE's architecture field is null, though its codename is Bartlett Lake. The i7-14700 belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the generation label "Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh)". The 221TE carries the generation label "Core 5 (Bartlett Lake)".

Cache hierarchy shows a structural difference beyond total capacity. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: the 221TE has 1.25 MB per core, while the i7-14700 has 2 MB per core. L3 cache totals 24 MB shared on the 221TE versus 33 MB shared on the i7-14700. Die size also differs, with the 221TE measuring 215 mm² and the i7-14700 measuring 257 mm². The larger die and additional cache align with the higher core count.

Clock behavior distinguishes the parts as well. The 221TE has a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The i7-14700 starts at 2.10 GHz base and boosts to 5.40 GHz. Thermal design power scales accordingly: the 221TE is rated at 45 W, while the i7-14700 draws 65 W. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The 221TE's part number is SRVQS; the i7-14700's is SRN40.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14700 wins in every measurable category in the database. Multi-threaded workloads show the largest advantages. Cinebench R15 multi-core, R20 multi-core, and PassMark multi-thread all show a 67 percent or greater lead. Integer math, floating point math, data compression, and encryption all fall between 68.6 percent and 72.6 percent in favor of the i7-14700. These results point toward heavy rendering, video encoding, scientific computation, database work, and content creation as clear territory for the i7-14700.

The 221TE's best relative showing comes in single-threaded tests. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 23.3 percent gap, and Cinebench R15 single-core shows 46.5 percent. PassMark single-thread sits at 59.1 percent. While the i7-14700 still wins, the smaller deltas mean the 221TE is closer to competitive in lightly threaded tasks like general desktop responsiveness, web browsing, and office applications. The 221TE also offers a 45 W TDP, which is lower than the i7-14700's 65 W rating. That makes the 221TE the more power-conscious option for compact builds or systems where thermal headroom is tight, though the benchmark data does not include any power-efficiency measurements.

The i7-14700's 91st percentile placement versus the 221TE's 71st percentile reinforces the performance stratification. The i7-14700 competes with server-class Xeon and EPYC parts, as its nearest rival list shows. The 221TE sits alongside mid-range mobile and desktop parts. Users needing maximum throughput for multi-core tasks should look to the i7-14700. Users prioritizing lower power draw and modest single-thread performance in a Socket 1700 board could consider the 221TE, but the data shows no workload where it outruns the i7-14700.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ.

| Specification | Intel Core 5 221TE | Intel Core i7-14700 |

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

| Series | null | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 10 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 28 |

| Base clock | 1.80 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Architecture | null | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Die size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 cache | 24 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $232 | $384 |

| Part number | SRVQS | SRN40 |

Fields that match include socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC memory (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes), market segment (desktop), production status (active), and multiplier unlock (false). The i7-14700 lists a memory bandwidth of null in the database, while the 221TE records 76.8 GB/s. The i7-14700 also includes Geekbench scores (17087 multi-core, 2409 single-core), which are absent from the 221TE's record.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Intel Core 5 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How large is the single-core performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i7-14700 scores 2080 versus 1596 for the 221TE, a 23.3 percent lead. In PassMark single-thread, the i7-14700 scores 4236 versus 1734, a 59.1 percent lead.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the 221TE and the i7-14700 list ECC memory support as true.

Q: What integrated graphics do they use?

A: The 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730. The i7-14700 uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Are these CPUs unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both processors have multiplierUnlocked set to false.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The i7-14700 has an average benchmark score of 52301, placing it in the 91st percentile. The 221TE has an average score of 17860, placing it in the 71st percentile.

The Verdict

The recorded data gives no scenario where the Intel Core 5 221TE outperforms the Intel Core i7-14700. Across all 17 head-to-head benchmarks, the i7-14700 holds a decisive advantage, ranging from 23.3 percent in Cinebench R23 single-core to 72.6 percent in PassMark integer math. The i7-14700's 20 cores, 28 threads, 33 MB of L3 cache, and 5.40 GHz boost clock drive its 91st percentile standing. The 221TE's 10 cores, 16 threads, 24 MB of L3 cache, and 5.00 GHz boost clock place it at the 71st percentile.

For users building a Socket 1700 system with heavy multi-threaded workloads such as rendering, encoding, simulation, or large-scale data processing, the i7-14700 is the clear pick from the data. Its nearest rivals include server-class Xeon and EPYC processors, indicating it competes well above its desktop segment. The 221TE, by contrast, sits near mid-range rivals like the Ryzen 5 3600XT and the Core 5 120U.

The 221TE does offer a lower 45 W TDP versus 65 W for the i7-14700, and its release date is later (2025-01-12 versus 2024-01-07). But the benchmark results do not show any compensating performance advantage. For buyers choosing strictly on measured performance, the i7-14700 is the only option supported by the data. The 221TE remains a functional desktop CPU for light workloads, but it should only be selected when the lower power envelope is a hard requirement, not when performance is the priority.