Intel Core 5 223PQE vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Intel Core 5 223PQE and Intel Core i5-14401E are both desktop processors built for the Intel Socket 1700 platform, but they target different performance and efficiency points. The Core 5 223PQE is a newer Bartlett Lake part with 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14401E is a Raptor Lake Refresh chip with 6 cores and 12 threads. The recorded benchmark data shows a clear performance hierarchy, with the Core 5 223PQE holding advantages in core count, clock speeds, and cache, while the Core i5-14401E offers a lower power envelope and a smaller die size.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries comparing these two processors. However, the Core i5-14401E has a full set of Cinebench results, while the Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmark scores. This absence of data for the Core 5 223PQE means a direct numerical comparison on identical workloads cannot be performed from the recorded information. The Core i5-14401E’s scores are as follows: Cinebench R15 multi-core reaches 1830 points, and single-core reaches 258 points. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 7627, with single-core at 1076. The Cinebench R23 results show a multi-core score of 18161 and a single-core score of 2564. These six scores define the Core i5-14401E’s performance profile in the database, and its average benchmark score is 5253.

The Core 5 223PQE, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and a percentile rank of 50 among all CPUs. The Core i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile, which places it higher in the overall distribution. In terms of rival comparisons, the Core i5-14401E is nearly tied with several established processors. It sits 0.1% below the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, which has an average score of 5259. It is 0.2% above the Intel Core i7-11700B, which scores 5241, and also 0.2% above the Intel Core i9-10850K, which scores 5240. Finally, it is 0.8% above the Intel Core i5-13400T, which scores 5210. These deltas are small, indicating that the Core i5-14401E performs in a tight band around these rivals. Without any benchmark scores for the Core 5 223PQE, the data cannot confirm whether its higher core count and boost clock translate into a measurable performance lead in the recorded tests.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the base and boost clock speeds?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher thermal design power?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a TDP of 125 watts. The Core i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 watts, making it the lower-power part.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus. The Core 5 223PQE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401E has no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database.

Q: What integrated graphics do they use?

A: The Core 5 223PQE uses Intel UHD Graphics 770. The Core i5-14401E uses Intel UHD Graphics 730.

Q: Is either processor overclockable?

A: No, both have a locked multiplier. Neither the Core 5 223PQE nor the Core i5-14401E has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures and codenames. The Core 5 223PQE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, while the Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. Both are manufactured on a 10 nm process node at Intel’s foundry, so the underlying transistor process is identical.

Cache configurations differ notably. Both processors have an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 5 223PQE, while the Core i5-14401E has 1.25 MB per core. The shared L3 cache is 24 MB on the Core 5 223PQE and 20 MB on the Core i5-14401E. The Core 5 223PQE’s larger L2 and L3 caches, combined with its additional cores, suggest a design aimed at higher throughput in multi-threaded workloads.

The die size is recorded only for the Core i5-14401E at 215 mm². No die size is listed for the Core 5 223PQE. The Core 5 223PQE also has no listed architecture field, but its codename and generation are documented. Both processors support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, and both support ECC memory. The Core 5 223PQE has a part number of SA4QC, while the Core i5-14401E has a part number of Q49JSRNJS. The Core 5 223PQE was released on March 8, 2026, while the Core i5-14401E was released on June 30, 2024.

Specification Differences

The specification differences between the two processors are substantial. The Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads, compared to 6 cores and 12 threads on the Core i5-14401E. Base clock speeds differ by 1.50 GHz, with the Core 5 223PQE running at 4.00 GHz versus 2.50 GHz on the Core i5-14401E. Boost clocks differ by 0.80 GHz, with the Core 5 223PQE reaching 5.50 GHz and the Core i5-14401E reaching 4.70 GHz. The TDP is 125 watts for the Core 5 223PQE and 65 watts for the Core i5-14401E, a 60-watt gap.

The L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 5 223PQE versus 1.25 MB per core on the Core i5-14401E. The L3 cache is 24 MB shared versus 20 MB shared. Memory bandwidth is listed as 89.6 GB/s for the Core 5 223PQE, while the Core i5-14401E has no bandwidth figure. The integrated graphics differ as well: UHD Graphics 770 on the Core 5 223PQE versus UHD Graphics 730 on the Core i5-14401E. The Core 5 223PQE has a launch MSRP of $319, while the Core i5-14401E has no launch MSRP recorded. Both use the same socket, support DDR4 and DDR5, have dual-channel memory buses, support ECC memory, use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, and have locked multipliers. The Core 5 223PQE has a die size not recorded, while the Core i5-14401E has a die size of 215 mm².

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 223PQE wins on raw specification counts. It has two more cores and four more threads than the Core i5-14401E. Its base clock is 1.50 GHz higher, and its boost clock is 0.80 GHz higher. It carries more L2 cache per core and 4 MB more shared L3 cache. Its memory bandwidth is recorded at 89.6 GB/s, a figure absent for the Core i5-14401E. The Core 5 223PQE also has a newer UHD Graphics 770 iGPU, compared to the UHD Graphics 730 on the Core i5-14401E. These factors point to advantages in sustained multi-core work, high-frequency single-thread tasks, and memory-heavy applications, assuming the specifications translate to real-world results.

The Core i5-14401E wins on power efficiency and physical size. Its TDP of 65 watts is 60 watts lower than the Core 5 223PQE’s 125-watt TDP. This makes it a lower-power option for systems where heat dissipation and power draw are primary concerns. Its die size is recorded at 215 mm², which is a concrete measurement not available for the Core 5 223PQE. In terms of recorded performance data, the Core i5-14401E is the only one of the two with benchmark results. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 and single-core score of 2564 provide a measurable baseline. The Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark scores in the database, so its on-paper advantages cannot be confirmed with recorded test numbers.

The percentile ranks also separate them. The Core i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile among all CPUs, while the Core 5 223PQE sits at the 50th percentile. This does not mean the Core 5 223PQE is slower, since its average benchmark score of 0 reflects the absence of data rather than a measured result. The Core i5-14401E’s average benchmark score of 5253 is the only quantified performance metric available for either chip.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split. The Core 5 223PQE offers the stronger configuration on paper: 8 cores, 16 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, 2 MB per-core L2 cache, 24 MB L3 cache, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, and UHD Graphics 770. Its launch MSRP is $319. The Core i5-14401E counters with a 65-watt TDP, a smaller recorded die size of 215 mm², and the only actual benchmark scores in the database, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 18161 and a single-core result of 2564.

For builders prioritizing multi-threaded performance, higher clock speeds, and larger cache, the Core 5 223PQE is the logical choice based on its specifications. For builders prioritizing lower power consumption and a verified performance profile, the Core i5-14401E is the option with measurable results. The Core 5 223PQE’s lack of recorded benchmarks means its performance relative to the Core i5-14401E remains unquantified in the database. The Core i5-14401E’s nearest rivals, including the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, Intel Core i7-11700B, Intel Core i9-10850K, and Intel Core i5-13400T, all sit within 0.8% of its average score, confirming it performs in a well-established band. The Core 5 223PQE’s higher core and thread counts, along with its faster clocks, suggest it should outperform the Core i5-14401E in many workloads, but the absence of recorded test results prevents a definitive verdict from the data alone.