Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core i5-14500 Comparison

The Verdict

The data separates these two desktop processors clearly. The Intel Core 5 223PE wins 12 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-14500 takes 5. The Core 5 223PE also holds a higher overall position in the database, sitting at the 87th percentile among all CPUs compared to the i5-14500's 86th percentile. Its average benchmark score of 40585 exceeds the i5-14500's 38531 by roughly 5.3 percent.

The Core 5 223PE is the choice for single-threaded and lightly threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3734 is 94.8 percent higher than the i5-14500's 1917, and its Cinebench R15 single-core result leads by 37.7 percent. Multi-threaded rendering also favors the Core 5 223PE, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26455 versus 15012, a 76.2 percent advantage. The PassMark physics test shows a 42.8 percent lead, and the prime number search test shows a 50 percent lead.

The Intel Core i5-14500 counters in specific throughput tasks. It wins data compression by 6.6 percent, data encryption by 14 percent, floating point math by 3.9 percent, integer math by 7.7 percent, and random string sorting by 12.6 percent. These are narrow but consistent wins in data-oriented workloads. The i5-14500 also includes Geekbench results in its benchmark set, scoring 13390 multi-core and 2099 single-core, while the Core 5 223PE has no Geekbench entries in the database.

Both processors share the same launch MSRP of $232 and the same 65 W TDP. The Core 5 223PE is the stronger all-around performer in the recorded data, but the i5-14500 holds an edge in specific data manipulation tasks where its higher core count appears to matter.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different Intel design families. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Core i5-14500 uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, with the architecture listed as Raptor Lake.

Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, and both use the Intel Socket 1700. The Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14500 has 14 cores and 20 threads. That difference of 6 cores and 4 threads is significant for parallel workloads, yet the Core 5 223PE still wins most multi-threaded benchmarks in the database.

Clock speeds favor the Core 5 223PE. Its base clock is 2.90 GHz and boost clock is 5.20 GHz, compared to the i5-14500's 2.60 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache differs: the Core 5 223PE has 2 MB per core, while the i5-14500 has 1.25 MB per core. Both share 24 MB of L3 cache.

The Core 5 223PE lists a die size as null in the database, while the i5-14500 has a die size of 215 mm². The i5-14500 also has a part number of SRN3T and a series designation of Core 14th Gen, while the Core 5 223PE lists no series and a part number of SA4QF.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-14500 uses UHD Graphics 770. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode. The Core 5 223PE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-14500 has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory and both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ. The Core 5 223PE has a recorded release date of March 2026, while the i5-14500 dates to January 2024. Both are listed as Active in production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor is faster in single-core Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 3734, which is 94.8 percent higher than the Intel Core i5-14500's 1917.

Q: Which processor wins the PassMark data encryption test?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 scores 21457, beating the Intel Core 5 223PE's 18448 by 14 percent.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: Both are rated at 65 W TDP.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both list ECC memory support as true.

Specification Differences

The table below covers only the fields where the two processors differ.

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PE | Intel Core i5-14500 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base clock | 2.90 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| L2 cache | 2 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| Die size | Not listed | 215 mm² |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| Release date | March 2026 | January 2024 |

| Part number | SA4QF | SRN3T |

| Series | Not listed | Core 14th Gen |

Both processors share the same L1 cache at 80 KB per core, the same 24 MB shared L3 cache, the same DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, 65 W TDP, Intel Socket 1700, 10 nm process, and $232 launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Core 5 223PE dominates the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 26455 against 15012, a 76.2 percent lead. The R23 single-core result is even more lopsided: 3734 versus 1917, a 94.8 percent advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 9.5 percent lead at 2666 versus 2435, and R15 single-core shows a 37.7 percent lead at 376 versus 273. Cinebench R20 results are closer, with the Core 5 223PE ahead by 1.1 percent in multi-core (11111 versus 10985) and 1.2 percent in single-core (1568 versus 1550).

The PassMark suite splits the two. The Core 5 223PE wins extended instructions by 9.8 percent (24672 versus 22473), prime number finding by 50 percent (159 versus 106), physics by 42.8 percent (2493 versus 1746), multithread by 1.1 percent (31124 versus 30777), and single-thread by 6.8 percent (4219 versus 3952). The i5-14500 answers with data compression at 346623 versus 371294, a 6.6 percent win for the i5-14500, and data encryption at 18448 versus 21457, a 14 percent win. Floating point math goes to the i5-14500 by 3.9 percent (76468 versus 79576), integer math by 7.7 percent (99819 versus 108124), and random string sorting by 12.6 percent (35798 versus 40980).

The i5-14500's Geekbench scores of 13390 multi-core and 2099 single-core appear only in its own benchmark list, with no corresponding Core 5 223PE entry in the database. That means direct comparison on Geekbench is not possible from the recorded data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE is the clear winner for CPU-bound rendering and general compute. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core lead of 76.2 percent is the largest margin in the entire comparison, and the R23 single-core lead of 94.8 percent is the largest single-core margin. The physics test win of 42.8 percent and the prime number test win of 50 percent reinforce a pattern: the Core 5 223PE's higher per-core performance, driven by its 5.20 GHz boost clock and 2 MB per-core L2 cache, translates into faster execution of both single-threaded and multi-threaded compute workloads. The 12 total wins in the head-to-head set make it the default pick for most workloads.

The Intel Core i5-14500 wins specifically in data manipulation and throughput tasks. Its 14 cores and 20 threads give it an edge in data compression (6.6 percent), data encryption (14 percent), floating point math (3.9 percent), integer math (7.7 percent), and random string sorting (12.6 percent). These are workloads that scale with core count and memory subsystem efficiency rather than raw clock speed. The i5-14500 also carries the newer UHD Graphics 770, which may matter for systems relying on integrated graphics output.

For a builder choosing between the two, the decision rests on workload type. Rendering, physics simulation, and general application responsiveness favor the Core 5 223PE. Data processing, compression, encryption, and math-heavy batch jobs favor the i5-14500. The Core 5 223PE's higher average benchmark score of 40585 versus 38531 and its 87th percentile ranking versus 86th indicate that, across the full recorded benchmark set, the Core 5 223PE is the more capable processor overall.