Intel Core 5 223PQE vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for the Intel Core 5 223PQE versus the Intel Core 9 273PTE. The dataset for the Core 5 223PQE is empty, with no benchmark scores, no average score, and no nearest rivals recorded. The Core 9 273PTE, by contrast, carries a full suite of measured results across Cinebench and Passmark tests.

For the Core 9 273PTE specifically, the Cinebench R23 multicore score reaches 20445 points, while the single-core result is 2886 points. Cinebench R20 shows 8586 multicore and 1212 single-core. Cinebench R15 records 2060 multicore and 290 single-core. These numbers establish a consistent scaling pattern across Cinebench versions, with multicore performance roughly seven times the single-core figure in each generation of the test.

Passmark results for the Core 9 273PTE show a multithread score of 24054 and a single-thread score of 3433. The integer math workload scores 82411, floating point math scores 60673, and extended instructions score 15952. Data compression reaches 258704, while data encryption is 14253. Prime number finding scores 142, random string sorting scores 28973, and the physics test scores 1917.

The Core 9 273PTE holds an average benchmark score of 31143 across all recorded tests. Its percentile ranking places it at 82, meaning it outperforms 82 percent of all CPUs in the database. The nearest rivals corroborate this standing: the Intel Core i7-12700F scores 31081, a 0.2 percent delta below the Core 9 273PTE. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS scores 31074, also 0.2 percent behind. The Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31028, a 0.4 percent gap. Only the Intel Core i7-12650HX edges ahead at 31290, representing a 0.5 percent delta above the Core 9 273PTE.

This clustering is notable. The Core 9 273PTE sits within a narrow band where the nearest rival above and the nearest rival below differ by less than one percent. The data indicates that the Core 9 273PTE effectively trades positions with the i7-12650HX at the top of this group, while remaining essentially tied with the i7-12700F, Ryzen 9 8945HS, and i7-13700TE. No such comparisons exist for the Core 5 223PQE, because the database contains no benchmark measurements for that processor.

Where Each One Wins

Given the absence of any recorded benchmarks for the Intel Core 5 223PQE, the analysis must rely on the specification data to infer potential strengths. The Core 5 223PQE offers 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. Its thermal design power is 125 watts. The Core 9 273PTE provides 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 1.40 GHz and the same 5.50 GHz boost. Its thermal design power is only 45 watts.

The Core 5 223PQE clearly targets workloads that respond to high sustained clock rates. Its 4.00 GHz base clock is nearly three times the Core 9 273PTE's 1.40 GHz base. For lightly threaded applications where frequency dominates, the Core 5 223PQE's higher base clock suggests an advantage, even though both processors share the same 5.50 GHz boost ceiling.

The Core 9 273PTE wins on core count and thread count. With 12 cores and 24 threads versus 8 cores and 16 threads, the Core 9 273PTE holds a 50 percent advantage in cores and threads. Its measured Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20445 confirms strong parallel throughput. The Core 9 273PTE also carries a larger L3 cache: 36 MB shared versus 24 MB shared on the Core 5 223PQE.

The 45 watt TDP of the Core 9 273PTE versus 125 watts for the Core 5 223PQE suggests the former is designed for power-constrained environments, while the latter is positioned for unrestricted desktop operation. The data indicates the Core 9 273PTE achieves its multicore results at a fraction of the power envelope.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Bartlett Lake codename, the same 10 nm process node, and the same Intel Socket 1700. Both are manufactured by Intel and target the desktop market segment. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with identical memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both have locked multipliers, meaning neither supports overclocking via multiplier adjustment. Both were released on the same date, 2026-03-08, and both remain in active production.

The core architecture differs in fundamental ways. The Core 5 223PQE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 9 273PTE uses 12 cores and 24 threads. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is also identical at 2 MB per core. The L3 cache differs: the Core 5 223PQE has 24 MB shared, while the Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB shared, a 12 MB difference.

The integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core 9 273PTE includes UHD Graphics 730. Both are Intel integrated graphics solutions, but the 770 model is the higher tier.

The base clock difference is substantial: 4.00 GHz for the Core 5 223PQE versus 1.40 GHz for the Core 9 273PTE. The boost clocks match at 5.50 GHz. The TDP difference is equally substantial, with the Core 5 223PQE rated at 125 watts and the Core 9 273PTE at 45 watts.

The part numbers differentiate the two: SA4QC for the Core 5 223PQE and SA4QJ for the Core 9 273PTE.

FAQ

Q: What is the core count difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Core 9 273PTE provides 4 additional cores and 8 additional threads.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket and process node?

A: Yes. Both use Intel Socket 1700 and are built on a 10 nm process node. Both share the Bartlett Lake codename and are manufactured by Intel.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: Both processors have a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The base clocks differ: the Core 5 223PQE runs at 4.00 GHz, while the Core 9 273PTE runs at 1.40 GHz.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PTE has 12 MB more L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher thermal design power?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a TDP of 125 watts, while the Core 9 273PTE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Core 5 223PQE draws significantly more power.

Q: What is the benchmark percentile ranking for the Core 9 273PTE?

A: The Core 9 273PTE ranks in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 31143. No benchmark data exists for the Core 5 223PQE.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear asymmetry. The Core 9 273PTE has comprehensive benchmark coverage, an average score of 31143, and an 82nd percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals sit within a 0.5 percent band, confirming that it delivers competitive performance against established processors like the Intel Core i7-12700F and AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS.

The Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmarks, no average score, and no rival comparisons. Its specifications suggest a different design philosophy: higher base clock, higher TDP, fewer cores, and smaller L3 cache. The 4.00 GHz base clock indicates a processor built for frequency-sensitive workloads, while the 125 watt TDP shows it is not constrained by power limits.

For users who prioritize multicore throughput and power efficiency, the Core 9 273PTE is the documented choice. Its 12 cores, 24 threads, 36 MB L3 cache, and 45 watt TDP, combined with measured Cinebench and Passmark scores, provide concrete evidence of capability. The 20445 Cinebench R23 multicore score and 24054 Passmark multithread score validate its parallel performance.

For users who need high base frequency in a desktop environment without power constraints, the Core 5 223PQE offers the specification profile. The 4.00 GHz base clock exceeds the Core 9 273PTE's 1.40 GHz base by a wide margin, and the 8-core, 16-thread configuration still provides substantial parallelism. The 24 MB L3 cache and UHD Graphics 770 complete the package.

The launch MSRP for the Core 5 223PQE is $319. The launch MSRP for the Core 9 273PTE is $549.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PQE | Intel Core 9 273PTE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 125 W | 45 W |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

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

| Part Number | SA4QC | SA4QJ |

| Launch MSRP | $319 | $549 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 0 (no data) | 31143 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 82 |

Shared specifications include Intel Socket 1700, Bartlett Lake codename, 10 nm process node, Intel foundry, 80 KB L1 cache per core, 2 MB L2 cache per core, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, desktop market segment, active production status, release date of 2026-03-08, and locked multipliers.