Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 223PE has a complete set of recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This means the head-to-head comparison relies on the 223PE’s measured results and the architectural and specification differences between the two parts. The 223PE posts an average benchmark score of 40585, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 7 253PE, scores 40557, a delta of 0.1 percent, meaning the 223PE is essentially tied with that chip. Against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G, which scores 40718, the 223PE trails by 0.3 percent. The Intel Xeon 6357P scores 40630, putting the 223PE behind by 0.1 percent.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 223PE delivers 26455 points. Its single-core score in the same test is 3734. Cinebench R20 shows 11111 multi-core and 1568 single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 2666 multi-core and 376 single-core. The single-core results indicate a strong boost clock of 5.20 GHz on the 223PE, which explains its competitive position in lightly threaded workloads. PassMark single-thread testing records 4219 points, and PassMark multithread testing records 31124 points. Integer math scores reach 99819, floating point math reaches 76468, and extended instructions reach 24672. Data compression scores 346623, while data encryption scores 18448. Random string sorting scores 35798, and find prime numbers scores 159. Physics testing records 2493 points.

The 223PQE, by contrast, has no benchmark entries in the database at this time. Its percentile is listed at 50, and its average benchmark score is 0. The absence of measured data prevents a direct numeric comparison for that part. The recorded data therefore covers only the 223PE’s performance profile, while the 223PQE’s performance must be inferred from its clock and power specifications.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 223PE compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The 223PE averages 40585. It is 0.1 percent ahead of the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), 0.2 percent ahead of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), and 0.1 percent behind the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630). It trails the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718) by 0.3 percent.

Q: What is the difference in base and boost clocks between the two processors?

A: The 223PE runs at a 2.90 GHz base clock and 5.20 GHz boost clock. The 223PQE runs at a 4.00 GHz base clock and 5.50 GHz boost clock. The 223PQE holds a 1.10 GHz advantage at base and a 0.30 GHz advantage at boost.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread configuration?

A: Yes, both have 8 cores and 16 threads. They also share the same L1 cache at 80 KB per core, L2 at 2 MB per core, and L3 at 24 MB shared.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has a launch MSRP of $232. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has a launch MSRP of $319.

Q: Are there differences in integrated graphics between the two?

A: Yes. The 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the 223PQE uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are integrated into the same socket and platform.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The 223PQE has a TDP of 125, while the 223PE has a TDP of 65. The 223PQE requires substantially more power, consistent with its higher base and boost clocks.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel’s Bartlett Lake architecture, use a 10 nm process node, and are fabricated by Intel. They share the same generation designation, Core 5 (Bartlett Lake). The socket is Intel Socket 1700 for both. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either part. The core configuration is identical at 8 cores and 16 threads. Cache hierarchy matches across both: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3.

Memory support is also identical. Both support DDR4 and DDR5, run dual-channel memory buses, and deliver 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The market segment for both is desktop, and both are marked as Active in production status. The release date is the same for both: 2026-03-08T17:00:00.000Z.

The key architectural differences are limited to clock speeds, TDP, integrated graphics, and part number. The 223PE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The 223PQE has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 223PQE’s higher clocks come with a TDP of 125, nearly double the 223PE’s 65. Integrated graphics differ as well: the 223PE carries UHD Graphics 730, while the 223PQE carries UHD Graphics 770. The part numbers are SA4QF for the 223PE and SA4QC for the 223PQE.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear performance-oriented split between the two parts. The Intel Core 5 223PE has measured performance in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 40585. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 7 253PE, sits at only 0.1 percent difference, so the 223PE competes at a level above what its position in the Core 5 lineup might suggest. The 223PQE, however, has no recorded benchmarks. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile is 50, which reflects the absence of data rather than actual performance.

Given that the 223PQE has a 1.10 GHz higher base clock and a 0.30 GHz higher boost clock, it should be expected to outperform the 223PE in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, provided cooling and power delivery can sustain its 125 TDP. The 223PE’s 65 TDP makes it the more power-efficient option on paper. The 223PQE also carries a higher launch MSRP of $319 compared to $232 for the 223PE. The 223PQE’s integrated graphics, UHD Graphics 770, is a step above the 223PE’s UHD Graphics 730.

For users who need measured, verified performance data, the 223PE is the only one of the two with benchmark results in the database. For users who prioritize the highest possible clock speeds and are willing to accept a 125 TDP, the 223PQE is the higher-specification part, but its performance remains unverified in the recorded data. The choice between the two hinges on whether confirmed benchmark results matter more than the higher clock specifications and newer integrated graphics of the 223PQE.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded fields:

• Base clock: 2.90 GHz for the 223PE, 4.00 GHz for the 223PQE
• Boost clock: 5.20 GHz for the 223PE, 5.50 GHz for the 223PQE
• TDP: 65 for the 223PE, 125 for the 223PQE
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730 for the 223PE, UHD Graphics 770 for the 223PQE
• Launch MSRP: $232 for the 223PE, $319 for the 223PQE
• Part number: SA4QF for the 223PE, SA4QC for the 223PQE

All other specifications are identical: 8 cores, 16 threads, 10 nm process, Bartlett Lake codename, Intel Socket 1700, 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, 24 MB shared L3, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, desktop market segment, Active production status, and the same release date.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins in power efficiency. Its 65 TDP is nearly half of the 223PQE’s 125 TDP, making it the more practical choice for systems with modest cooling or lower power budgets. It also wins on price, with a launch MSRP of $232 versus $319 for the 223PQE. The 223PE is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark data, so it is the only part whose real-world performance can be verified against rivals. Its 87th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 40585 place it in the same performance class as the Intel Core 7 253PE, the Intel Xeon 6357P, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G, all within 0.3 percent of its score.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE wins on raw clock specifications. Its 4.00 GHz base clock is substantially higher than the 223PE’s 2.90 GHz, and its 5.50 GHz boost clock is 0.30 GHz higher. These clocks should translate into higher single-threaded and multi-threaded performance, although no benchmark results are available to confirm this. The 223PQE also wins on integrated graphics, with UHD Graphics 770 compared to UHD Graphics 730 on the 223PE. For workloads that depend on the integrated GPU, the 223PQE has the advantage.

The 223PE is the safer choice for users who want confirmed performance data and lower power draw. The 223PQE is the choice for users who want the highest clocks and newer integrated graphics, with the understanding that its performance has not yet been measured in the database. Both parts share the same core count, cache layout, memory support, and platform, so the decision comes down to clocks, power, graphics, and price.