Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core i3-14100F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a dominant performance across the board for the Intel Core 5 223PE. In the 17 benchmark comparisons compiled by the database, the Core 5 223PE wins every single test, with the Intel Core i3-14100F not taking a single victory. The most striking results come from the Cinebench suite, where the Core 5 223PE consistently doubles the i3-14100F's output. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Core 5 223PE scores 26455 against 13084, a delta of 102.2%. That pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multicore, where the scores are 11111 versus 5495, and in Cinebench R15 multicore, with 2666 versus 1318. Both single-core Cinebench tests also show roughly a 102% advantage for the Core 5 223PE, with R23 single-core at 3734 versus 1847.

The PassMark suite reinforces the same story, though the margins vary by workload. The largest single delta appears in the find prime numbers test, where the Core 5 223PE scores 159 against 61, a 160.7% advantage. That is the biggest percentage gap in the entire head-to-head set. The integer math test shows a 120.1% delta, with scores of 99819 versus 45357, while floating point math comes in at 116.2%, with 76468 versus 35370. The physics test shows a 131.5% delta, with 2493 versus 1077.

Data compression, encryption, and extended instructions all sit in the 96% to 107% range. The Core 5 223PE scores 346623 in data compression versus 176106, a 96.8% delta. Data encryption shows 18448 versus 8922, a 106.8% delta, and extended instructions deliver 24672 versus 11984, a 105.9% delta. The multithread test shows a 101.8% delta, with 31124 versus 15420, and random string sorting shows 103.4%, with 35798 versus 17596.

The closest margin in the entire comparison comes from the PassMark single-thread test, where the Core 5 223PE scores 4219 and the i3-14100F scores 3778, a delta of just 11.7%. That result is notable because it shows the i3-14100F is not entirely outclassed in lightly threaded scenarios, but it still trails by a meaningful margin. The average benchmark score places the Core 5 223PE at 40585, while the i3-14100F sits at 18519. The percentile ranking also separates the two clearly: the Core 5 223PE ranks in the 87th percentile against all CPUs, while the i3-14100F ranks in the 72nd percentile.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the benchmark results, the Intel Core 5 223PE wins in every workload category measured by the database. There is no test where the Intel Core i3-14100F comes out ahead. The Core 5 223PE delivers superior results in both multicore and single-core applications, making it the stronger option for rendering, data processing, encryption workloads, and general desktop responsiveness.

The single-thread test shows the smallest gap between the two, with the Core 5 223PE leading by only 11.7%. This indicates that the i3-14100F remains competitive in basic single-threaded tasks, but it still loses that comparison. In every multithreaded test, the i3-14100F falls behind by at least 101.8%, which points to a substantial core and thread advantage for the Core 5 223PE.

The i3-14100F does hold an advantage in one area not directly measured by the benchmark scores: its lower thermal design power. The i3-14100F has a TDP of 58, while the Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65. That difference may matter for system builders with strict cooling or power limits, but it does not translate into any performance win in the recorded benchmarks.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share several fundamental traits. Both use Intel Socket 1700, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, both include ECC memory support, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and are produced by Intel. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a differentiating factor.

The core configurations differ sharply. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i3-14100F uses 4 cores and 8 threads. That doubling of cores and threads explains the roughly 100% multicore deltas seen in the Cinebench tests. The Core 5 223PE also has higher clock speeds, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to the i3-14100F's base of 3.50 GHz and boost of 4.70 GHz. The i3-14100F starts at a higher base clock, but the Core 5 223PE reaches a significantly higher boost frequency.

Cache allocation is another major differentiator. The Core 5 223PE uses 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i3-14100F uses 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The larger L3 cache on the Core 5 223PE contributes to its advantage in data-heavy workloads like compression and encryption.

The two chips also differ in their microarchitectural lineage. The Core 5 223PE is part of the Bartlett Lake family, listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) in the database, while the i3-14100F belongs to the Raptor Lake Refresh family, specifically codenamed Raptor Lake-R. The i3-14100F has a die size of 163 mm², while the die size for the Core 5 223PE is not recorded. The Core 5 223PE includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics 730, while the i3-14100F has no integrated graphics, indicated by "N/A" in the database.

Another relevant difference is memory bandwidth. The Core 5 223PE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i3-14100F has no bandwidth figure listed. Both support ECC memory, which makes either suitable for workstation-style builds, but the Core 5 223PE's larger cache and higher thread count give it more headroom for sustained workloads.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for users who need maximum performance. The Intel Core 5 223PE outperforms the Intel Core i3-14100F in every single benchmark recorded in the database, with an average benchmark score of 40585 versus 18519. That puts the Core 5 223PE in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the i3-14100F sits in the 72nd percentile. The Core 5 223PE also holds its own against its closest rivals in the database, sitting within 0.1% of the Intel Core 7 253PE, 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H, and 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G. The i3-14100F, by contrast, sits within 0.8% of the Intel Core i3-13100 and the Intel Core 7 360.

Users who prioritize rendering, data compression, encryption, or any multithreaded workload should pick the Core 5 223PE. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with 24 MB of L3 cache and a 5.20 GHz boost clock, deliver roughly double the performance of the i3-14100F in most tests. The single-thread advantage is smaller but still present, so even users focused on lightly threaded applications will see a benefit.

The i3-14100F remains a functional desktop processor for basic tasks, but the benchmark results show no scenario where it wins. Its lower TDP of 58 versus 65 may appeal to builders with power constraints, and its higher base clock of 3.50 GHz means it does not feel slow in idle or light use, but the performance gap in every measured test is decisive. The i3-14100F does include a recorded die size of 163 mm² and a launch MSRP of $109, but the Core 5 223PE has a launch MSRP of $232, so the price difference reflects the performance difference. The database does not record any test where the i3-14100F comes out ahead, so the verdict is straightforward: the Core 5 223PE is the superior processor in all measured metrics.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i3-14100F boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: How much larger is the L3 cache on the Core 5 223PE?

A: The Core 5 223PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i3-14100F has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 223PE and the Intel Core i3-14100F support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core i3-14100F has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two in any benchmark?

A: The largest gap is in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Core 5 223PE scores 159 versus 61, a 160.7% delta.