Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between these two Intel desktop processors. The Intel Core i9-14900 wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 223PE takes 3 wins. However, the margins of victory tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The largest advantage for the Core i9-14900 appears in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i9-14900 scores 4793 against 2666 for the Core 5 223PE, a delta of -44.4% from the Core 5's perspective. PassMark data encryption shows a similar gap, with the i9-14900 at 33540 versus 18448, a 45% difference. PassMark integer math delivers 175010 for the i9-14900 against 99819 for the Core 5 223PE, a 43% deficit. These results confirm that the i9-14900's additional cores translate directly into substantial throughput advantages in parallel compute tasks.

The Core 5 223PE counters in single-threaded Cinebench tests. In Cinebench R23 singlecore, the Core 5 223PE scores 3734 against 2212 for the i9-14900, a 68.8% advantage. Cinebench R15 singlecore also favors the Core 5 223PE at 376 versus 315, a 19.4% lead. The PassMark single-thread test narrows the gap considerably, with the i9-14900 at 4323 and the Core 5 223PE at 4219, a 2.4% margin for the i9-14900. The Cinebench R20 singlecore result goes the other way, with the i9-14900 at 2245 versus 1568 for the Core 5 223PE, a 30.2% advantage.

The Cinebench R23 multicore result narrows the overall performance gap. The i9-14900 scores 31070 against 26455 for the Core 5 223PE, a 14.9% difference. This is much closer than the R15 and R20 multicore deltas of 44.4% and 30.2% respectively. The PassMark physics test is effectively a tie, with the Core 5 223PE at 2493 and the i9-14900 at 2486, a 0.3% margin. PassMark multithread shows a 30.2% advantage for the i9-14900 at 44578 versus 31124.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i9-14900 dominates in almost every multi-threaded and throughput-oriented benchmark. Data compression favors the i9-14900 at 550271 against 346623, a 37% lead. Floating point math shows a 36.4% advantage for the i9-14900 at 120262 versus 76468. Random string sorting goes to the i9-14900 at 61060 versus 35798, a 41.4% margin. Extended instructions favor the i9-14900 at 30624 versus 24672, a 19.4% lead. Prime number finding favors the i9-14900 at 188 versus 159, a 15.4% margin.

The Core 5 223PE wins specifically in Cinebench R15 singlecore and R23 singlecore, plus a narrow PassMark physics result. These wins indicate that the Core 5 223PE delivers strong single-threaded rendering performance in certain Cinebench versions, exceeding the i9-14900 by a wide margin in R23 singlecore. The physics test result is essentially a draw, with only a 0.3% difference.

The overall average benchmark scores place the i9-14900 at 58115 against 40585 for the Core 5 223PE, a difference of approximately 43%. The i9-14900 sits at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Core 5 223PE sits at the 87th percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 223PE include the Intel Core 7 253PE at 40557 average score (0.1% delta), the Intel Xeon 6357P at 40630 (-0.1%), the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H at 40518 (0.2%), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G at 40718 (-0.3%). The i9-14900's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M at 58323 (-0.4%), the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D at 58386 (-0.5%), the Intel Xeon w5-2545 at 58504 (-0.7%), and the AMD EPYC 9015 at 57555 (1%).

Architecture Differences

The Core i9-14900 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, while the Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename. Both processors are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Core i9-14900 has a die size of 257 mm², while the die size for the Core 5 223PE is not recorded in the database.

The core counts differ substantially. The Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The L3 cache also differs, with the i9-14900 offering 36 MB shared against 24 MB shared for the Core 5 223PE. Both processors feature 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core.

Base clocks differ, with the Core 5 223PE at 2.90 GHz and the i9-14900 at 2.00 GHz. Boost clocks favor the i9-14900 at 5.80 GHz against 5.20 GHz for the Core 5 223PE. Both processors have a 65 TDP and use the Intel Socket 1700. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel memory buses. The Core 5 223PE records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the i9-14900. Both support ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ, with the Core 5 223PE using UHD Graphics 730 and the i9-14900 using UHD Graphics 770. The Core i9-14900 belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The Core 5 223PE lists no series and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The release dates place the i9-14900 in January 2024 and the Core 5 223PE in March 2026. The launch MSRP for the Core 5 223PE is $232. The launch MSRP for the Core i9-14900 is $549. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 scores 31070 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the Intel Core 5 223PE scores 26455, a 14.9% advantage for the i9-14900.

Q: Does the Core 5 223PE win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, the Core 5 223PE wins Cinebench R15 singlecore (376 versus 315, a 19.4% lead), Cinebench R23 singlecore (3734 versus 2212, a 68.8% lead), and PassMark physics (2493 versus 2486, a 0.3% margin).

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has an average benchmark score of 58115, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 5 223PE and the Intel Core i9-14900 support ECC memory.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Specification Differences

The recorded data shows the following differences between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores; Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores.
• Threads: Intel Core i9-14900 has 32 threads; Intel Core 5 223PE has 16 threads.
• Base clock: Intel Core 5 223PE runs at 2.90 GHz; Intel Core i9-14900 runs at 2.00 GHz.
• Boost clock: Intel Core i9-14900 reaches 5.80 GHz; Intel Core 5 223PE reaches 5.20 GHz.
• L3 cache: Intel Core i9-14900 has 36 MB shared; Intel Core 5 223PE has 24 MB shared.
• Die size: Intel Core i9-14900 measures 257 mm²; no die size is recorded for the Core 5 223PE.
• Memory bandwidth: Intel Core 5 223PE records 89.6 GB/s; no memory bandwidth is recorded for the i9-14900.
• Integrated graphics: Intel Core i9-14900 uses UHD Graphics 770; Intel Core 5 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730.
• Architecture: Intel Core i9-14900 uses Raptor Lake; the Core 5 223PE uses Bartlett Lake.
• Codename: Intel Core i9-14900 uses Raptor Lake-R; the Core 5 223PE uses Bartlett Lake.
• Generation: Intel Core i9-14900 is Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh); the Core 5 223PE is Core 5 (Bartlett Lake).
• Series: Intel Core i9-14900 is Core 14th Gen; the Core 5 223PE has no series listed.
• Release date: Intel Core i9-14900 released in January 2024; Intel Core 5 223PE released in March 2026.
• Part number: Intel Core i9-14900 is SRN3V; Intel Core 5 223PE is SA4QF.
• Launch MSRP: Intel Core i9-14900 at $549; Intel Core 5 223PE at $232.

Both processors share the same socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (2 MB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC support (yes), PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), TDP (65), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier status (locked).

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i9-14900 is the stronger processor for multi-threaded workloads. Its 24 cores and 32 threads produce decisive advantages across Cinebench multicore tests, PassMark integer math, floating point math, data compression, data encryption, random string sorting, and extended instructions. The 36 MB L3 cache and 5.80 GHz boost clock support these throughput results. The 92nd percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database confirms its position relative to the broader market.

The Intel Core 5 223PE offers a different profile. Its 8 cores and 16 threads deliver competitive single-threaded performance in specific Cinebench tests, with a 68.8% advantage in R23 singlecore over the i9-14900. The higher base clock of 2.90 GHz contributes to this result. The 87th percentile ranking places it slightly below the i9-14900 in overall standing.

The Cinebench R23 multicore result shows the closest multi-threaded margin between the two, at 14.9%. This suggests that the Core 5 223PE handles certain rendering workloads better than the older R15 and R20 multicore tests indicate. The PassMark physics result is essentially tied, indicating that physics simulation performance is comparable between the two.

Users who need maximum parallel throughput should choose the Intel Core i9-14900 based on its consistent 30% to 45% advantages in most multi-threaded benchmarks. Users who prioritize single-threaded Cinebench performance should consider the Intel Core 5 223PE, which leads by 68.8% in R23 singlecore. The data does not show a scenario where the Core 5 223PE overtakes the i9-14900 in overall average score, with the i9-14900 maintaining a 58115 average against 40585.