Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between these two desktop processors. The Intel Core i7-14700 wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 223PE takes 3. The most decisive victories for the Core i7-14700 come in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core i7-14700 scores 4061 against 2666 for the Core 5 223PE, a 34.4% advantage. The R20 multicore test shows a 22.8% gap (14388 versus 11111), and PassMark multithread delivers the same 22.8% delta (40318 versus 31124).

The Core i7-14700 also dominates in math-intensive tasks. PassMark integer math shows a 35.4% lead (154535 versus 99819), floating point math is 28.3% ahead (106716 versus 76468), and data compression is 30.4% faster (498198 versus 346623). Data encryption shows a 37.7% gap (29601 versus 18448), while random string sorting is 34.1% ahead (54340 versus 35798). Extended instructions favor the Core i7-14700 by 13.1% (28388 versus 24672).

The Core 5 223PE counters with notable single-core wins. Cinebench R23 singlecore shows a massive 79.5% lead (3734 versus 2080). Cinebench R15 singlecore also goes to the Core 5 223PE by 25.8% (376 versus 299). PassMark physics is the third win for the Core 5 223PE, coming in at 2493 against 2226, a 12% margin. The remaining tests are narrow: PassMark singlethread shows a 0.4% edge for the Core i7-14700 (4236 versus 4219), and find prime numbers is a 3% difference (164 versus 159).

The overall average benchmark score reinforces the Core i7-14700 position. It records 52301 against 40585 for the Core 5 223PE. In the database percentile rankings, the Core i7-14700 sits at the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 5 223PE is at the 87th.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i7-14700 is the clear choice for heavily threaded production workloads. Its wins span rendering, compression, encryption, and mathematical processing. The data shows consistent 20% to 38% advantages in multicore Cinebench tests, PassMark multithread, integer and floating point math, data compression, and data encryption. The 20 cores versus 8 cores explains much of this, but the benchmark results stand on their own.

The Core 5 223PE wins in specific single-thread and physics scenarios. The Cinebench R23 singlecore result is exceptional, with a 79.5% margin. The R15 singlecore win at 25.8% confirms a single-thread advantage, though the PassMark single-thread test shows them nearly identical. The physics win suggests the Core 5 223PE handles certain simulation tasks more efficiently despite lower core counts.

For mixed workloads, the Core i7-14700 remains the safer option. It leads in 14 of 17 tests, including every PassMark test except physics. The only areas where the Core 5 223PE should be preferred are those specifically relying on single-core Cinebench performance or physics calculations.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 records an average benchmark score of 52301, while the Intel Core 5 223PE records 40585.

Q: How large is the single-core advantage for the Intel Core 5 223PE?

A: In Cinebench R23 singlecore, the Core 5 223PE scores 3734 against 2080 for the Core i7-14700, a 79.5% lead. In Cinebench R15 singlecore, the lead is 25.8% (376 versus 299).

Q: What is the biggest multi-core margin for the Intel Core i7-14700?

A: The largest multi-core gap is in Cinebench R15 multicore, where the Core i7-14700 scores 4061 versus 2666, a 34.4% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PE win any PassMark tests?

A: Yes, the Core 5 223PE wins PassMark physics with a score of 2493 against 2226, a 12% margin.

Q: How do the processors compare in single-thread PassMark?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 leads narrowly with 4236 against 4219, a 0.4% difference.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 is at the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 223PE is at the 87th percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors share several specifications: both use Intel Socket 1700, a 10 nm process node, dual-channel memory support for DDR4 and DDR5, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, and a 65 W TDP. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The core counts differ substantially. The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ: the Core 5 223PE runs at 2.90 GHz, the Core i7-14700 at 2.10 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the Core i7-14700 at 5.40 GHz and the Core 5 223PE at 5.20 GHz.

Cache configurations diverge. Both list 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core. The shared L3 cache is 33 MB on the Core i7-14700 and 24 MB on the Core 5 223PE. Memory bandwidth is listed only for the Core 5 223PE at 89.6 GB/s; the Core i7-14700 has no recorded figure.

Integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i7-14700 has UHD Graphics 770. The Core i7-14700 has a die size of 257 mm²; the Core 5 223PE has no die size recorded. Release dates are also different, with the Core i7-14700 released earlier, and the part numbers differ (SRN40 for the Core i7-14700, SA4QF for the Core 5 223PE).

Architecture Differences

The Core i7-14700 belongs to the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series. Its generation is listed as Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, with a generation listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake), and no series designation is recorded.

Both are built by Intel on a 10 nm process. The Core i7-14700 has a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 5 223PE has no die size recorded. The L1 and L2 cache per core are identical at 80 KB and 2 MB respectively. The L3 cache favors the Core i7-14700 at 33 MB shared, compared to 24 MB shared on the Core 5 223PE.

The core topology is the major architectural differentiator. The Core i7-14700 uses 20 cores and 28 threads, indicating hybrid core types (performance and efficiency cores). The Core 5 223PE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, suggesting a uniform core design. The integrated graphics also differ, with UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i7-14700 versus UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 5 223PE.

The release timeline places the Core i7-14700 earlier, with the Core 5 223PE following later. Both support the same memory types and PCIe configuration. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and both have a 65 W TDP.

The Verdict

The data directs the choice based on workload type. The Intel Core i7-14700 is the superior processor for multi-threaded tasks. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, including all Cinebench multicore tests, all PassMark math and data tests, and the multithread test. Its 20 cores and 28 threads provide a decisive edge in rendering, compression, encryption, and computational workloads. The 34.4% Cinebench R15 multicore lead and the 37.7% encryption lead are the clearest signals of this dominance.

The Intel Core 5 223PE is specialized for single-thread and physics performance. Its Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 3734 versus 2080 is a 79.5% advantage, and the R15 singlecore win at 25.8% confirms this strength. The PassMark physics win at 12% adds another use case. For workloads that rely on these specific metrics, the Core 5 223PE holds a distinct advantage.

The average benchmark scores settle the overall comparison: 52301 for the Core i7-14700 against 40585 for the Core 5 223PE. The percentile ranking also favors the Core i7-14700 at 91 versus 87. The Core i7-14700 is the choice for general desktop use, content creation, and any multi-threaded application. The Core 5 223PE is the choice for users who prioritize single-thread Cinebench performance or physics simulations and do not need the higher core count.