Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents an uneven contest between these two desktop processors. The Intel Core 5 223PE holds a decisive advantage across every recorded workload, while the Intel Core i5-110 has no benchmark scores listed in the database. This absence of measurements for the Core i5-110 means the comparison relies entirely on the Core 5 223PE's recorded performance profile and the architectural differences between the two parts.

The Core 5 223PE posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26455, while its single-core result reaches 3734. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 11111 and single-core is 1568. The older Cinebench R15 run shows 2666 for multi-core and 376 for single-core. These figures establish a strong baseline for a desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads.

PassMark results for the Core 5 223PE reinforce this position. The multi-thread score is 31124, and single-thread performance registers 4219. Integer math produces 99819, floating point math reaches 76468, and extended instructions score 24672. Data encryption completes at 18448, data compression at 346623, and random string sorting at 35798. Physics processing scores 2493, while prime number finding completes at 159.

The average benchmark score for the Core 5 223PE is 40585, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 7 253PE with an average score of 40557 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the Intel Xeon 6357P at 40630 with a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H at 40518 with a delta of 0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G at 40718 with a delta of -0.3 percent. These margins are narrow, indicating the Core 5 223PE sits in a tightly contested performance tier.

The Core i5-110, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores, no average score, and no rivals listed. Its percentile ranking of 50 reflects the lack of measured data rather than actual performance. The database cannot confirm any head-to-head wins for either processor because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty. All comparisons must therefore be drawn from the specification sheet, where the Core 5 223PE clearly dominates.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the clock speeds for each processor?

A: Both processors share a base clock of 2.90 GHz. The Core 5 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Core i5-110 boosts to 4.30 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Core 5 223PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-110 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, exactly half the capacity.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core i5-110 supports only DDR4. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: The Core 5 223PE delivers 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core i5-110 delivers 42.7 GB/s, which is less than half the bandwidth of the newer processor.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Core 5 223PE ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core i5-110 ranks in the 50th percentile, a figure based on having no recorded benchmark scores.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing nodes. The Core 5 223PE uses Bartlett Lake architecture built on Intel's 10 nm process. The Core i5-110 uses Comet Lake architecture on a 14 nm process. This node difference has substantial implications for transistor density and power efficiency, though the database does not list transistor counts or die sizes for either chip.

The Core 5 223PE uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, while the Core i5-110 uses the older Intel Socket 1200. This socket difference means the two processors are not interchangeable in a motherboard. The Core 5 223PE also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core i5-110 is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. This represents a significant generational jump in available I/O bandwidth for expansion cards and storage devices.

Cache architecture differs substantially between the two. The Core 5 223PE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-110 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The L2 allocation is particularly notable: each Core 5 223PE core has 8 times the L2 cache of each Core i5-110 core, which can reduce memory traffic for frequently accessed data.

Both processors include integrated graphics, but they differ in tier. The Core 5 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i5-110 uses UHD Graphics 630. The database does not include integrated graphics benchmark scores, so the performance gap cannot be quantified. The Core 5 223PE also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Core i5-110.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PE | Intel Core i5-110 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 14 nm |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Comet Lake |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| L1 Cache (per core) | 80 KB | 64 KB |

| L2 Cache (per core) | 2 MB | 256 KB |

| L3 Cache (shared) | 24 MB | 12 MB |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Supported | Not supported |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 630 |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i5 (Comet Lake) |

| Launch MSRP | $232 | $200 |

| Part Number | SA4QF | SA35X |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2025-09-10 |

The base clock is identical at 2.90 GHz for both, and both have a 65 W TDP. Both are desktop processors produced by Intel, both use dual-channel memory buses, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are listed as active production status. The Core 5 223PE launched later, with a release date of March 2026 compared to September 2025 for the Core i5-110. The launch MSRP difference is $232 versus $200, though the newer part delivers substantially more cache, bandwidth, and core count.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins in every measurable category where data exists. Its 8 cores and 16 threads provide 33 percent more cores and 33 percent more threads than the Core i5-110's 6 cores and 12 threads. The boost clock advantage of 5.20 GHz versus 4.30 GHz gives the newer processor a 0.90 GHz headroom for peak single-thread workloads. The L3 cache is double at 24 MB versus 12 MB, and the per-core L2 cache is 8 times larger.

Memory bandwidth favors the Core 5 223PE decisively, with 89.6 GB/s compared to 42.7 GB/s, a gap of more than double. The newer processor also supports DDR5 memory, while the Core i5-110 is limited to DDR4. This bandwidth advantage directly benefits workloads that stream large data sets, such as compression, encryption, and database operations. The recorded PassMark data compression score of 346623 and encryption score of 18448 reflect the memory subsystem's capability, though no equivalent figures exist for the Core i5-110.

The PCIe Gen 5 support on the Core 5 223PE gives it a platform advantage for modern GPUs and NVMe storage devices. The Core i5-110's PCIe Gen 3 interface remains functional but lacks the bandwidth headroom for high-end expansion hardware. ECC memory support on the Core 5 223PE makes it suitable for error-sensitive compute tasks, a feature the Core i5-110 does not offer.

The Core i5-110 has no recorded wins because the database contains no benchmark scores for it. Its only advantages are the lower launch MSRP of $200 and the earlier release date. The 14 nm Comet Lake architecture is a mature design, but the 10 nm Bartlett Lake processor outperforms it across the board in cache capacity, memory bandwidth, core count, and clock speed. The Core i5-110 remains an active product for users on the Socket 1200 platform, but the data indicates the Core 5 223PE is the stronger choice for any workload that benefits from additional cores, faster memory, or newer PCIe connectivity.