Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 223PE and Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL present an unusual comparison because the database contains a full benchmark profile for the Core 5 223PE, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded benchmark scores in any of the standard test suites. The head-to-head benchmark table is empty, and the wins counter shows zero for both processors.

What the recorded data does show is the Core 5 223PE's absolute performance levels across a broad range of tests. In Cinebench R23, the Core 5 223PE scores 26455 points in the multicore test and 3734 points in the single-core test. The Cinebench R20 results are 11111 points multicore and 1568 points single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 2666 points multicore and 376 points single-core.

The PassMark suite adds further detail. The Core 5 223PE achieves 346623 in data compression, 18448 in data encryption, 24672 in extended instructions, 159 in prime number finding, 76468 in floating point math, 99819 in integer math, 31124 in multithreaded performance, 2493 in physics, 35798 in random string sorting, and 4219 in single-threaded tests. The average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 40585.

The Core 5 223PE sits in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest recorded rivals are the Intel Core 7 253PE with an average score of 40557 (0.1% higher), the Intel Xeon 6357P with 40630 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H with 40518 (0.2% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G with 40718 (0.3% lower). These deltas are minimal, placing the Core 5 223PE in a tightly packed performance cluster.

Without any benchmark scores for the Core Ultra 5 135HL, the data cannot support a direct numerical comparison. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has a percentile ranking of 50, which places it at the median of all CPUs, but this ranking likely reflects its position based on specifications rather than tested performance, given that its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 223PE wins decisively in every measurable category because it is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark results. Its multicore strength is substantial: the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 26455 indicates strong parallel processing capability, while the single-core score of 3734 shows competitive per-thread performance.

The Core 5 223PE's PassMark results reveal a balanced profile. Integer math at 99819 and floating point math at 76468 suggest solid general-purpose computation. The data compression score of 346623 is particularly high, indicating efficient handling of memory-intensive workloads. The encryption score of 18448 and extended instructions score of 24672 round out a versatile performance picture.

The Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded wins because no benchmark data exists for it in the database. The data cannot indicate where it would outperform the Core 5 223PE. Its specifications, however, show a different design approach: 14 cores and 18 threads versus the Core 5 223PE's 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 5 135HL uses a lower base clock of 1.70 GHz and a lower boost clock of 4.60 GHz, compared to 2.90 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost for the Core 5 223PE.

The absence of test results for the Core Ultra 5 135HL means the database offers no evidence for workload-specific advantages. The Core 5 223PE remains the only processor with quantifiable wins across every test category, from Cinebench rendering workloads to PassMark's math, encryption, and sorting benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmark results are recorded for it in the database.

Q: How does the Core 5 223PE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 5 223PE's average score of 40585 places it within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718, 0.3% higher), within 0.1% of the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557, 0.1% higher), within 0.1% of the Intel Xeon 6357P (40630, 0.1% lower), and within 0.2% of the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518, 0.2% higher).

Q: What is the Core 5 223PE's performance percentile?

A: The Core 5 223PE ranks in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Core Ultra 5 135HL ranks in the 50th percentile.

Q: Are there any recorded head-to-head benchmark wins for either processor?

A: No. The head-to-head benchmark table is empty, and both processors show zero wins in the recorded data.

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

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has 14 cores and 18 threads.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 5 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5 memory, with the exact support dependent on the motherboard.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several fundamental specifications. The Core 5 223PE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses 14 cores and 18 threads. The thread count difference of 2 is smaller than the core count difference of 6, indicating a different core topology between the two designs.

Clock speeds diverge significantly. The Core 5 223PE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core 5 223PE operates at higher frequencies in both modes.

Thermal design power differs as well. The Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL has a TDP of 45. This indicates the Core Ultra 5 135HL is designed for lower power consumption.

The sockets are not interchangeable. The Core 5 223PE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Intel Socket 1851. Memory support also differs: the Core 5 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5, whereas the Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5 only, with motherboard dependency noted.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Core 5 223PE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Core Ultra 5 135HL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Core 5 223PE offers a newer PCIe generation and more lanes.

ECC memory support is present on the Core 5 223PE but absent on the Core Ultra 5 135HL. Integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 5 223PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 128EU.

Release dates differ substantially. The Core 5 223PE was released on 2026-03-08, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL was released on 2024-04-07. The launch MSRP for the Core 5 223PE is $232; no launch MSRP is recorded for the Core Ultra 5 135HL.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is substantial. The Core 5 223PE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses the Meteor Lake-PS codename. The Core Ultra 5 135HL belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1 and uses the Meteor Lake architecture. The Core 5 223PE has no specific architecture field recorded beyond its Bartlett Lake codename.

Manufacturing process nodes differ. The Core 5 223PE is built on a 10 nm process, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses a 7 nm process. Both are fabricated by Intel.

Cache structures show notable differences. 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 Ultra 5 135HL has 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has larger per-core L1 cache, while the Core 5 223PE has larger total L3 cache.

The core count difference reflects the design split. The Core 5 223PE's 8 cores with 16 threads suggests a conventional symmetric core layout with hyper-threading. The Core Ultra 5 135HL's 14 cores with 18 threads implies a hybrid architecture, likely combining performance and efficiency cores, which would explain the thread count being only 4 higher than the core count.

Memory bandwidth is identical at 89.6 GB/s for both processors, and both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving it broader memory compatibility. The Core Ultra 5 135HL's DDR5-only support, with motherboard dependency, narrows its memory options.

The PCIe difference reinforces the architectural gap. The Core 5 223PE's PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes provides twice the lane count and a newer generation compared to the Core Ultra 5 135HL's PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes. This affects expansion capability and data throughput for connected devices.

The integrated graphics solutions represent different design philosophies. The UHD Graphics 730 in the Core 5 223PE is a conventional Intel integrated GPU. The Arc Xe-LPG 128EU in the Core Ultra 5 135HL is a more advanced Arc-based solution with 128 execution units, indicating a stronger focus on integrated graphics performance in the Ultra lineup.

ECC memory support on the Core 5 223PE positions it for reliability-focused workloads, a feature absent on the Core Ultra 5 135HL. The production status for both is Active, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers are SA4QF for the Core 5 223PE and SRN33 for the Core Ultra 5 135HL.