Intel Core 5 223PE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Comparison

The Intel Core 5 223PE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V represent two distinct design philosophies from Intel. The 223PE is a desktop processor built for maximum throughput, while the 258V is a mobile chip optimized for efficiency. The recorded benchmark data shows a clear split in their capabilities, with the desktop part dominating most computational workloads and the mobile part showing a specific strength in one area.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE is the dominant performer in nearly every measured category. Out of 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, it wins 16. Its victories span the full range of Cinebench rendering tests, from R15 to R23, in both multi-core and single-core modes. The data also shows it ahead in PassMark's integer math, floating point math, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, multithread, physics, and random string sorting tests. This pattern indicates a processor that delivers superior performance across general-purpose computing, content creation, and data processing tasks.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V wins only one head-to-head comparison: the PassMark find prime numbers test. It scores 185 against the 223PE's 159, a 14.1% advantage. This specific result indicates that the 258V's architecture has a strength in this particular type of integer workload. However, this single win is isolated and does not translate to broader success in other integer-heavy tasks, as the 223PE leads by 132.7% in PassMark integer math.

The performance gap is not consistent across all tests. The 223PE's advantage ranges from a narrow 5% in PassMark single-thread to a massive 156.8% in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The largest margins appear in heavily threaded workloads, which aligns with the 223PE's higher thread count. The smallest margin is in single-threaded performance, where the two processors are closer but the desktop part still holds the lead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ fundamentally in their construction and target platform. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform and targets the desktop market segment. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V uses the Lunar Lake architecture, is built on a 3 nm process node at TSMC, uses the Intel BGA 2833 socket, and targets the mobile market segment.

Both processors have 8 cores, but the thread counts diverge significantly. The 223PE supports 16 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading, while the 258V supports 8 threads. This difference directly explains the large multi-core performance gap. The 223PE also has a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to the 258V's 2.20 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost.

The cache configurations reflect the different design goals. The 223PE has an 80 KB L1 cache per core, a 2 MB L2 cache per core, and a shared 24 MB L3 cache. The 258V has a larger 192 KB L1 cache per core and a 2.5 MB L2 cache per core, but a smaller shared 12 MB L3 cache. Power consumption is a major differentiator: the 223PE has a 65 W TDP, while the 258V is rated at just 17 W, a difference that highlights the mobile chip's efficiency focus.

Memory support also differs. The 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. The 258V uses LPDDR5X memory, also dual-channel, but with a higher 136.5 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. The PCIe configurations are different as well, with the 223PE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes and the 258V offering Gen 5 with 4 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ, with the 223PE using UHD Graphics 730 and the 258V using the Arc 140V. The 258V was released on 2024-09-23, while the 223PE has a release date of 2026-03-08. The 223PE has a launch MSRP of $232, while the 258V has no recorded launch MSRP in the data.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite reveals the 223PE's dominance in rendering workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 223PE scores 26455 against the 258V's 10301, a 156.8% advantage. This is the largest margin of any test in the comparison. The Cinebench R23 single-core test shows a 99.5% lead for the 223PE, with scores of 3734 and 1872. The Cinebench R20 tests show a 64.9% advantage for the 223PE in both multi-core (11111 vs 6739) and single-core (1568 vs 951). The Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows a 67% lead (2666 vs 1596.5), and the R15 single-core test shows a 31.9% lead (376 vs 285).

The PassMark suite shows a similar pattern with varying intensity. The largest PassMark margin is in integer math, where the 223PE scores 99819 against 42889, a 132.7% advantage. Data compression shows a 96.2% lead (346623 vs 176686). Extended instructions show a 67.6% advantage (24672 vs 14717). Random string sorting shows a 65.9% lead (35798 vs 21580). Multithread performance shows a 64.8% advantage (31124 vs 18887). Physics shows a 59.3% lead (2493 vs 1565). Data encryption shows a 36.3% advantage (18448 vs 13534). Floating point math shows a 33.3% lead (76468 vs 57372). Single-thread performance shows a modest 5% advantage (4219 vs 4018).

The one benchmark where the 258V wins is PassMark find prime numbers. Its score of 185 beats the 223PE's 159 by 14.1%. This result stands in contrast to the overall trend and suggests the 258V's architecture handles this specific algorithm more efficiently. The 258V also has a higher memory bandwidth at 136.5 GB/s compared to 89.6 GB/s, though this does not translate into wins in the memory-sensitive PassMark tests recorded.

The average benchmark scores reflect the overall performance difference. The 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585 and sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The 258V has an average benchmark score of 20454 and sits in the 74th percentile. The nearest rivals for the 223PE include the Intel Core 7 253PE with a 0.1% delta, the Intel Xeon 6357P with a -0.1% delta, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H with a 0.2% delta, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G with a -0.3% delta. The nearest rivals for the 258V include the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 with a -0.1% delta, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G with a 0.1% delta, the AMD EPYC 9454P with a 0.2% delta, and the AMD EPYC 7713 with a 0.4% delta.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core 5 223PE is the clear choice for users prioritizing raw computational performance. Its 16 threads, higher clock speeds, and larger L3 cache deliver decisive wins in every Cinebench test and in the vast majority of PassMark workloads. The 156.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 132.7% lead in integer math are particularly significant for tasks like video rendering, code compilation, and scientific computing. The 223PE's 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs and its average benchmark score of 40585 place it in a performance class well above the 258V.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is positioned for a different set of priorities. Its 17 W TDP, compared to the 223PE's 65 W, makes it suited for mobile platforms where power consumption is critical. Its win in the find prime numbers test shows it has some architectural strengths, and its higher memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s and larger per-core L1 cache indicate efficiency-focused design choices. However, the benchmark data shows it trailing substantially in most performance categories, with its average benchmark score of 20454 less than half of the 223PE's score.

For desktop users who need maximum processing power and have access to standard power delivery, the 223PE is the superior option based on the recorded data. For mobile users who need a capable processor in a low-power envelope, the 258V is the only choice between the two, given its mobile market segment and BGA 2833 socket. The 223PE uses the Intel Socket 1700 for desktop builds, while the 258V is a mobile part. The data does not support the 258V as a performance alternative; it serves a different market segment with different constraints.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V has 8 threads. Both have 8 cores.

Q: What is the biggest performance difference between the two?

A: The largest margin is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the 223PE scores 26455 against the 258V's 10301, a 156.8% advantage.

Q: Does the Core Ultra 7 258V win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, the 258V wins the PassMark find prime numbers test, scoring 185 against the 223PE's 159, a 14.1% advantage.

Q: What are the power consumption figures?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has a 65 W TDP, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V has a 17 W TDP.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585, while the 258V has an average benchmark score of 20454. The 223PE ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, and the 258V ranks in the 74th percentile.

Q: What memory types do they support?

A: The 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. The 258V supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PE | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |

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

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.90 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 17 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Lunar Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Arc 140V |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-09-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $232 | Not recorded |