Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data records a complete sweep for the Intel Core 5 223PE, winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core 5 330. The largest margin appears in PassMark integer math, where the 223PE scores 99819 against 33258, a delta of 200.1%. This indicates the desktop part handles arithmetic-heavy workloads with more than double the throughput of the mobile chip.

Multi-threaded rendering tests show consistent doubling. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the 223PE records 26455 versus 13150 for the 330, a delta of 101.2%. The same pattern repeats in Cinebench R15 multicore (2666 vs 1325) and Cinebench R20 multicore (11111 vs 5523), with identical delta percentages across all three versions. This consistency suggests the advantage scales evenly regardless of the rendering workload's age or complexity.

Single-core Cinebench results also favor the 223PE by roughly 101% in every version. The R23 single-core score of 3734 versus 1856 represents a delta of 101.2%, while R20 shows 1568 against 779 and R15 shows 376 against 186. Interestingly, the PassMark single-thread test tells a different story: the 223PE scores 4219 versus 4088, a delta of only 3.2%. This narrow margin indicates that for short, single-threaded bursts, the two processors behave comparably, though the older Cinebench versions still record a significant gap.

Data compression heavily favors the desktop chip. The 223PE achieves 346623 in PassMark data compression against 145287 for the 330, a delta of 138.6%. Encryption shows a smaller but still decisive gap: 18448 versus 11076, a delta of 66.6%. Extended instruction workloads follow with 24672 against 12808, a delta of 92.6%. Floating-point math records 76468 versus 43885, a delta of 74.2%, while prime number finding shows the closest delta among non-single-thread tests at 39.5% (159 vs 114).

The multithread PassMark score of 31124 versus 15471 mirrors the Cinebench doubling at 101.2%. Physics simulation records 2493 versus 1201, a delta of 107.6%. Random string sorting shows 35798 versus 17771, a delta of 101.4%. Every workload category, from memory-intensive sorting to compute-heavy encryption, places the 223PE ahead by substantial margins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors occupy entirely different market segments, which explains the benchmark disparity. The Intel Core 5 223PE is a desktop part built on the Bartlett Lake architecture, while the Intel Core 5 330 is a mobile processor using the Wildcat Lake design. The 223PE uses a 10 nm process node, whereas the 330 employs a 3 nm node. Despite the older node, the desktop chip delivers far higher performance, indicating that power envelope and core configuration matter more than manufacturing process alone.

Core counts diverge sharply. The 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The desktop chip therefore offers both more physical cores and simultaneous multithreading, doubling its thread count. The 330 lacks multithreading entirely, a significant architectural difference for parallel workloads. Base clock speeds also differ: the 223PE runs at 2.90 GHz versus 1.50 GHz for the 330. Boost clocks reach 5.20 GHz on the 223PE and 4.60 GHz on the 330.

Cache hierarchies reflect the performance gap. The 223PE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The 330 offers 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2, and only 6 MB of shared L3. The desktop chip's larger L3 pool supports its 24 MB shared design, which likely contributes to its dominance in data compression and sorting workloads. The mobile chip's cache values appear as aggregate totals rather than per-core figures, suggesting a different cache organization philosophy.

Memory support separates the two further. The 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel memory bus, achieving 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The 330 supports only DDR5 and LPDDR5X on a single-channel bus, with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The desktop part's dual-channel configuration and higher bandwidth directly benefit memory-intensive tasks. ECC memory is supported on the 223PE but not on the 330. PCIe connectivity also differs: the 223PE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the 330 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes.

Integrated graphics vary as well. The 223PE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the 330 features Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The mobile chip's newer graphics architecture may serve portable use cases better, but the benchmark data does not cover iGPU performance. Socket types reflect their segments: the 223PE uses Intel Socket 1700, the 330 uses Intel BGA 1516. Power draw differs substantially with the 223PE rated at 65 W TDP versus 15 W for the 330. Release dates place the 330 at 2026-04-15, roughly one month after the 223PE's 2026-03-08 launch.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins in every measured category, leaving no benchmark where the Intel Core 5 330 records a higher score. The desktop processor's advantages are most pronounced in integer math, where it more than triples the mobile chip's output. This suggests workloads involving large amounts of integer arithmetic, such as financial modeling or scientific computing, would see dramatic improvements on the 223PE.

Multi-threaded rendering and simulation favor the 223PE uniformly. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore tests all show approximately 101% deltas, meaning the 223PE roughly doubles the 330's performance in these tasks. The same doubling appears in PassMark multithread and physics tests. Users running video encoding, 3D rendering, or physics simulations would benefit from the desktop chip's 16 threads versus the mobile chip's 6.

Memory bandwidth plays a role in the sorting and compression results. The data compression delta of 138.6% exceeds the typical 101% seen elsewhere, likely due to the 223PE's dual-channel memory bus providing 89.6 GB/s against 59.7 GB/s. Random string sorting shows a 101.4% delta, in line with multithread scaling rather than bandwidth scaling. The larger L3 cache on the 223PE likely helps these workloads maintain working sets in faster memory.

The narrowest gap appears in PassMark single-thread performance, where the 223PE leads by only 3.2%. This indicates that for light, single-threaded tasks like basic office work or web browsing, the two processors would feel similar. However, Cinebench single-core tests still show 101% deltas, so the 223PE retains a clear lead even in single-threaded rendering workloads. The 330's 4.60 GHz boost clock cannot compensate for the 223PE's 5.20 GHz boost clock plus its superior microarchitecture.

Prime number finding shows the smallest delta among compute-heavy tests at 39.5%. This workload responds to raw clock speed and cache latency, where the 223PE's higher clocks and larger cache provide a moderate edge. Floating-point math at 74.2% and extended instructions at 92.6% fall between the extremes, reflecting the 223PE's broader execution resources. The 330 never wins a single test, but its 15 W TDP suggests its design prioritizes power efficiency over peak performance.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core 5 223PE in multi-threaded rendering?

A: The 223PE roughly doubles the 330's score across all Cinebench multicore tests. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the 223PE scores 26455 versus 13150, a delta of 101.2%. The same delta appears in R15 and R20 multicore tests.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 330 win any benchmark?

A: No. The recorded data shows the 223PE winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons. The closest margin is PassMark single-thread, where the 223PE leads 4219 versus 4088, a delta of only 3.2%.

Q: What explains the massive difference in integer math performance?

A: The 223PE scores 99819 in PassMark integer math against 33258 for the 330, a delta of 200.1%. The desktop chip's 8 cores with 16 threads, higher clock speeds, and larger cache hierarchy contribute to this result.

Q: How do memory configurations affect performance?

A: The 223PE uses dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the 330 uses single-channel with 59.7 GB/s. This difference likely contributes to the 138.6% delta in data compression, a test sensitive to memory throughput.

Q: What are the TDP differences between the two processors?

A: The 223PE has a 65 W TDP, while the 330 is rated at 15 W. This reflects their desktop versus mobile positioning, with the 330 designed for lower power consumption at the cost of performance.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the 330 boosts to 4.60 GHz. The 223PE also has a higher base clock at 2.90 GHz versus 1.50 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PE | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.90 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Wildcat Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2026-04-15 |

| Part Number | SA4QF | SAE3G |

The 223PE also differs in average benchmark score, recording 40585 against 18345 for the 330. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs stands at 87 versus 72 for the 330. The nearest rivals for each processor confirm their positioning: the 223PE competes near the Intel Core 7 253PE and Intel Xeon 6357P, while the 330 sits alongside the Intel Core i3-14100 and Intel Core i3-13100.

The Verdict

The data supports selecting the Intel Core 5 223PE for any performance-oriented use case. It wins every benchmark in the database, often by margins exceeding 100%. Multi-threaded workloads see approximately double the performance, while integer math achieves a 200.1% delta. The 223PE's 16 threads, 24 MB of L3 cache, and dual-channel 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth provide a comprehensive advantage over the 330's 6 threads, 6 MB of L3, and single-channel 59.7 GB/s configuration.

Users requiring low power consumption would consider the 330, given its 15 W TDP against the 223PE's 65 W. The mobile chip's 3 nm process node and Intel Xe3 Graphics also target portable devices. However, no benchmark in the recorded data shows the 330 winning, and its average score of 18345 places it well below the 223PE's 40585. The 330's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100, indicating it competes at a lower performance tier.

The 223PE's launch MSRP of $232 contrasts with the 330's $309, though pricing analysis falls outside the benchmark data. The desktop processor delivers higher performance across every measured category, making it the clear choice for rendering, computation, and memory-intensive tasks. The 330's single-thread performance comes closest to matching the 223PE at only 3.2% behind, but even that narrow gap favors the desktop chip. For workloads that leverage multiple cores, threads, or high memory bandwidth, the 223PE's dominance is unambiguous.