Intel Core 5 221TE vs Intel Processor 300 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core 5 221TE versus the Intel Processor 300. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counters for both processors are zero. However, the Intel Core 5 221TE has a substantial set of recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel Processor 300 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database at all. This asymmetry means that any direct numerical comparison between the two parts is impossible from the recorded data.

The Intel Core 5 221TE delivers an average benchmark score of 17860 across its recorded tests. Its percentile rank against all CPUs in the database is 71, placing it in the upper third of all recorded processors. The Intel Processor 300 holds a percentile rank of 50, exactly at the median of all CPUs, but its average benchmark score is listed as 0 because no benchmarks are recorded for it. The Core 5 221TE shows a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 11305, a single-core R23 score of 1596, a multi-core R20 score of 4748, and a single-core R20 score of 670. In PassMark tests, the Core 5 221TE records 42303 in integer math, 31661 in floating point math, 13301 in multithread, and 1734 in single-thread tests. These numbers provide a quantitative baseline for the Core 5 221TE, but they cannot be compared to the Processor 300, which has no such data.

The nearest rivals for the Core 5 221TE, based on average benchmark score, are the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT at 17891 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core 7 350 at 17779 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 at 17994 (0.7% higher). These delta percentages are all within 1% of the Core 5 221TE's average, indicating that the Core 5 221TE sits in a tightly clustered performance band around these rivals. The Processor 300 has no nearest rivals listed in the database, further confirming the lack of comparative data for that part.

Because the head-to-head dataset is empty, the analysis below relies on the architectural differences and the Core 5 221TE's own benchmark profile to explain expected behavior, without inventing any numerical comparison between the two chips.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 221TE wins in every measurable category that has data. It has 10 cores and 16 threads, compared to the Processor 300's 2 cores and 4 threads. The Core 5 221TE has a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Processor 300 has a base clock of 3.90 GHz and no recorded boost clock. The Core 5 221TE's L3 cache is 24 MB shared, versus the Processor 300's 6 MB shared. These structural advantages translate directly into the Core 5 221TE's recorded benchmark scores, which show strong multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23 multi-core (11305), R20 multi-core (4748), and R15 multi-core (1139). The single-core scores are also present: R23 single-core at 1596, R20 single-core at 670, and R15 single-core at 160.

The Core 5 221TE also records a PassMark multithread score of 13301 and a PassMark single-thread score of 1734. Integer math scores 42303, floating point math scores 31661, and extended instructions score 9655. Data compression scores 156682, data encryption scores 8963, and random string sorting scores 16929. Find prime numbers scores 59, and physics scores 977. These numbers indicate a processor that handles both integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy workloads, as well as encryption and compression tasks.

The Intel Processor 300 has zero recorded benchmarks, so there is no data to indicate any workload category where it wins. The only recorded advantage for the Processor 300 is its higher base clock of 3.90 GHz versus the Core 5 221TE's 1.80 GHz, but without benchmark scores, this cannot be translated into a performance win. The Processor 300 also has a lower TDP of 46 watts versus the Core 5 221TE's 45 watts, a difference of 1 watt that is negligible in practice. The Processor 300 supports ECC memory? No, it does not. The Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory, while the Processor 300 does not. That is a functional advantage for the Core 5 221TE in reliability-sensitive environments.

In summary, the Core 5 221TE wins all recorded benchmark categories by default, and the Processor 300 has no recorded wins because it has no recorded scores. The architectural data reinforces this: more cores, more threads, more cache, and a higher boost clock all favor the Core 5 221TE.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that the Intel Core 5 221TE is the stronger processor in every measurable aspect. With 10 cores and 16 threads versus 2 cores and 4 threads, a boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus no recorded boost clock, and 24 MB of L3 cache versus 6 MB, the Core 5 221TE is designed for multi-threaded and high-frequency workloads. Its recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11305 and single-core score of 1596 demonstrate balanced performance across both parallel and single-threaded tasks.

The Intel Processor 300, with its 2 cores and 4 threads, a base clock of 3.90 GHz, and 6 MB of L3 cache, is a lower-end desktop part. Its percentile rank of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, while the Core 5 221TE's percentile rank of 71 places it above the median. Without any recorded benchmark scores for the Processor 300, the database cannot confirm its actual performance, but the architectural specifications suggest it will lag significantly in multi-threaded workloads.

For users who need to run multi-threaded applications, compile code, process data, or handle encryption and compression, the Core 5 221TE is the clear choice based on its benchmark scores. For users who only need basic single-threaded desktop tasks and value a higher base clock, the Processor 300 might suffice, but there is no recorded data to support any performance claim. The Core 5 221TE also supports ECC memory, which is absent on the Processor 300, making the former more suitable for error-sensitive computing.

The nearest rivals to the Core 5 221TE, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT and the Intel Core 5 120U, are within 0.2% of its average benchmark score, indicating that the Core 5 221TE is competitive with established mid-range processors. The Processor 300 has no rivals listed, which means it does not compete at the same performance level in the database.

The verdict is straightforward: the Intel Core 5 221TE is the superior processor for any workload that benefits from multiple cores, higher boost clocks, and larger cache. The Intel Processor 300 is a basic entry-level part with no recorded performance data, and its lower core count and cache size make it unsuitable for demanding tasks.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 221TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor 300 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the core and thread count difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock of the Intel Core 5 221TE?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Processor 300 has no recorded boost clock in the database.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a shared L3 cache of 24 MB, while the Intel Processor 300 has a shared L3 cache of 6 MB.

Q: What are the Cinebench R23 scores for the Intel Core 5 221TE?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE scores 11305 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1596 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: What is the percentile rank of each processor against all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a percentile rank of 71, while the Intel Processor 300 has a percentile rank of 50.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 221TE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. The Intel Processor 300 is built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-S and belongs to the Intel Processor generation. Both use a 10 nm process node and are fabricated by Intel, but their die sizes differ: the Core 5 221TE has a die size of 215 mm², while the Processor 300 has a die size of 163 mm². The larger die size on the Core 5 221TE corresponds to its higher core count and larger L3 cache.

The Core 5 221TE features 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and no boost clock recorded. The TDP values are nearly identical: 45 watts for the Core 5 221TE and 46 watts for the Processor 300. Both processors use the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus. The Core 5 221TE has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the Processor 300 has no recorded memory bandwidth. The Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory, while the Processor 300 does not.

The cache hierarchy is identical per core: both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache differs significantly, with the Core 5 221TE offering 24 MB shared and the Processor 300 offering 6 MB shared. Both processors use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Processor 300 uses UHD Graphics 710. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 5 221TE was released on January 12, 2025, with a launch MSRP of $232. The Processor 300 was released on January 7, 2024, with a launch MSRP of $82. The part numbers are SRVQS for the Core 5 221TE and SRN3J for the Processor 300.

The architectural differences explain the performance gap: more cores, more threads, a higher boost clock, and four times the L3 cache give the Core 5 221TE a structural advantage in multi-threaded and cache-sensitive workloads. The Processor 300's higher base clock of 3.90 GHz suggests it may handle lightly threaded tasks at lower latency, but without boost clock data or benchmark scores, this cannot be quantified. The Core 5 221TE also supports ECC memory, which is critical for data integrity in server or workstation use cases, and has a higher memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support the same memory types and PCIe generation, but the Core 5 221TE clearly targets a higher performance tier within the same socket and process generation.