Intel Core 5 221TE vs Intel Processor U301L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark runs between the Intel Core 5 221TE and the Intel Processor U301L. The Intel Core 5 221TE has a full suite of recorded Cinebench and PassMark results, while the Intel Processor U301L has no benchmark entries in the database at all. This absence of comparison data is itself a significant finding, as it means every performance inference must be drawn from the Core 5 221TE's absolute scores and its position within the broader CPU landscape.

The Intel Core 5 221TE records a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11305 and a single-core score of 1596. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 4748 with a single-core score of 670. The R15 generation shows 1139 multi-core and 160 single-core. PassMark results include a multithread score of 13301, single-thread of 1734, integer math at 42303, floating point math at 31661, data compression at 156682, data encryption at 8963, extended instructions at 9655, prime number finding at 59, random string sorting at 16929, and physics at 977.

The Core 5 221TE holds a percentile ranking of 71 among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 17860. The nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT with an average score of 17891 and a delta of -0.2%, the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898 with a delta of -0.2%, the Intel Core 7 350 at 17779 with a delta of 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 at 17994 with a delta of -0.7%. These tight deltas, all within a range of roughly one percent, indicate that the Core 5 221TE sits squarely in a competitive performance cluster. It trails the Ryzen 5 3600XT and Core 5 120U by a negligible margin, leads the Core 7 350 by half a percent, and sits 0.7% behind the Ryzen 5 1600. The practical differences between these chips are within measurement noise, suggesting the Core 5 221TE delivers performance parity with that peer group.

The Intel Processor U301L, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of zero and a percentile ranking of 50. With no recorded scores, the database cannot confirm any performance level for this part. The percentile of 50 appears to be a default or placeholder value rather than a measured outcome, as the absence of benchmark data precludes any meaningful ranking calculation.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Processor U301L have any recorded benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The Intel Processor U301L has an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of 0, and no nearest rival entries. The Intel Core 5 221TE, in contrast, has 17 recorded benchmark results across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and PassMark tests.

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

A: The Core 5 221TE averages 17860. The AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT scores 17891 (-0.2%), the Intel Core 5 120U scores 17898 (-0.2%), the Intel Core 7 350 scores 17779 (+0.5%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 scores 17994 (-0.7%). All four rivals sit within one percent of the Core 5 221TE.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Processor U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads. The Core 5 221TE offers double the core count and more than double the thread count.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference between the two chips?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE has a TDP of 45, while the Intel Processor U301L has a TDP of 15. The U301L is rated for one-third the thermal envelope of the Core 5 221TE.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Processor U301L boosts to 2.20 GHz. The Core 5 221TE also has a higher base clock at 1.80 GHz versus 1.20 GHz for the U301L.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor U301L does not. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 221TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Processor U301L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) generation. Both are built on a 10 nm process node by Intel, but the architectural lineage differs: Bartlett Lake represents a newer family, while Raptor Lake-PS is the earlier design lineage.

The Core 5 221TE carries 10 cores and 16 threads, while the U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads. This structural difference implies the Core 5 221TE has a hybrid or higher-count configuration that allows for simultaneous multithreading across more execution units. The U301L's 6 threads on 5 cores indicates a partial hyper-threading arrangement, with fewer available threads for parallel workloads.

Cache hierarchies diverge substantially. Both processors share an identical per-core L1 cache of 80 KB and per-core L2 cache of 1.25 MB. The shared L3 cache, however, differs: the Core 5 221TE has 24 MB shared, while the U301L has 8 MB shared. This threefold difference in L3 capacity affects how much data can be kept on-chip for repeated access, which matters for workloads with large working sets.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 5 221TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the U301L uses UHD Graphics 64EU. The EU count difference suggests the U301L's graphics unit has fewer execution units, though the database does not record specific graphics benchmark scores for either part.

PCIe support also separates the two. The Core 5 221TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the U301L offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Core 5 221TE both a newer PCIe generation and double the lane count, affecting bandwidth for discrete GPUs and NVMe storage.

Specification Differences

Clock speeds differ markedly. The Intel Core 5 221TE has a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Processor U301L has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 2.20 GHz. The boost differential of 2.80 GHz is substantial, indicating the Core 5 221TE can reach more than double the maximum frequency of the U301L.

Thermal design power separates the two by a factor of three: 45 for the Core 5 221TE versus 15 for the U301L. This positions the Core 5 221TE as a higher-power desktop part, while the U301L is a low-power mobile part.

Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Core 5 221TE at 76.8 GB/s. The U301L has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel buses, so the bandwidth difference likely stems from the Core 5 221TE's higher clocks and possibly different memory controller tuning.

ECC memory support is present on the Core 5 221TE but absent on the U301L. This makes the Core 5 221TE suitable for error-correcting workloads, a feature the U301L lacks.

PCIe generation and lane counts differ as noted: Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the Core 5 221TE versus Gen 4 with 8 lanes for the U301L. The Core 5 221TE also has a larger die size of 215 mm², while the U301L has no recorded die size.

The market segments differ: the Core 5 221TE is a Desktop part, while the U301L is a Mobile part. Both use Intel Socket 1700. The Core 5 221TE was released on 2025-01-12, while the U301L was released on 2024-04-07. The part numbers are SRVQS for the Core 5 221TE and SRPKFQ5CW for the U301L. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The launch MSRP for the Core 5 221TE is $232. The launch MSRP for the U301L is $107.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy, but it comes with a major caveat: the Intel Processor U301L has zero recorded benchmark results. Without any measured scores, the database cannot substantiate any performance claim for the U301L. Its percentile ranking of 50 and average score of 0 are placeholders, not measurements.

For the Intel Core 5 221TE, the recorded data supports a competent mid-range desktop processor. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11305 and single-core score of 1596 place it in the 71st percentile among all CPUs. The nearest rival comparisons, all within one percent, confirm that the Core 5 221TE trades blows with established parts like the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT and Intel Core 5 120U. The average benchmark score of 17860 is essentially identical to the Ryzen 5 3600XT's 17891 and the Core 5 120U's 17898, with deltas of -0.2% in both cases.

The U301L's specifications suggest a low-power part with modest expectations. Its 5 cores, 6 threads, 2.20 GHz boost, and 8 MB L3 cache indicate a lightweight design for efficiency-focused systems. The TDP of 15 confirms this orientation. However, the database cannot verify how these specifications translate into actual performance.

The Core 5 221TE's 24 MB L3 cache, 16 threads, and 5.00 GHz boost clock give it structural advantages that the U301L cannot match on paper. The Core 5 221TE also supports ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, features absent from the U301L. These specification gaps align with the different market segments: desktop versus mobile.

The verdict from the data is straightforward. The Intel Core 5 221TE is a measured, competitive desktop processor with documented performance at the 71st percentile. The Intel Processor U301L is an unmeasured mobile processor whose capabilities remain unknown to the database. Any selection between the two must weigh the Core 5 221TE's verified benchmark results against the U301L's absent data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 221TE wins in every category where the database has recorded performance data. Its Cinebench and PassMark scores provide concrete evidence of capability across multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The 11305 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 13301 PassMark multithread score indicate strong parallel processing. The 1596 single-core score and 1734 PassMark single-thread score show respectable per-thread performance. The PassMark integer math score of 42303 and floating point math of 31661 demonstrate solid arithmetic throughput.

The Core 5 221TE also wins on cache capacity, with 24 MB L3 versus 8 MB for the U301L. It wins on memory bandwidth with 76.8 GB/s recorded versus no figure for the U301L. It wins on ECC support, PCIe generation and lane count (Gen 5, 16 lanes versus Gen 4, 8 lanes), core count (10 versus 5), thread count (16 versus 6), and boost clock (5.00 GHz versus 2.20 GHz).

The Intel Processor U301L wins on thermal efficiency, with a TDP of 15 versus 45 for the Core 5 221TE. This makes the U301L a better fit for thermally constrained environments, such as compact mobile chassis. The U301L also has a lower launch MSRP of $107 versus $232 for the Core 5 221TE. The U301L's mobile market segment and smaller footprint align with low-power applications.

For use cases requiring sustained multi-threaded performance, large cache working sets, ECC memory, or PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, the Core 5 221TE is the clear choice based on recorded data. For scenarios prioritizing minimal power draw and reduced thermal output, the U301L's specifications point to that direction, though its actual performance remains unverified in the database. The Core 5 221TE's nearest rival data shows it performing within one percent of chips like the Ryzen 5 3600XT, giving it a known performance envelope. The U301L has no such reference points.