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

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data separates these two Intel Socket 1700 processors primarily by core count, clock speed, and power envelope. The Intel Core 5 223PQE carries 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE carries 6 cores and 12 threads. That difference alone shifts the balance in threaded workloads. With a 4.00 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock, the Core 5 223PQE operates at substantially higher frequencies than the i5-14401TE, which runs at a 2.00 GHz base and a 4.50 GHz boost. The data indicates the Core 5 223PQE should take multi-threaded tasks such as rendering, compilation, and database work, while the i5-14401TE, with its 45 W TDP versus the 125 W TDP of the Core 5 223PQE, targets power-constrained system designs.

The Core 5 223PQE also provides a larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB compared to the 20 MB on the i5-14401TE, and per-core L2 cache of 2 MB versus 1.25 MB. These cache figures favor the Core 5 223PQE in workloads that repeatedly access a working set. Memory bandwidth also differs, with the Core 5 223PQE listed at 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-14401TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, so platform memory flexibility is equal. The integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 5 223PQE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730. For systems relying on the iGPU, the Core 5 223PQE holds an advantage in graphics capability.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and fabricated by Intel, but the underlying designs differ. The Core 5 223PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The i5-14401TE has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 5 223PQE has no die size entry in the database. Neither part lists transistor counts.

The core topology differs meaningfully. The Core 5 223PQE provides 8 cores and 16 threads, matching a fully enabled configuration. The i5-14401TE provides 6 cores and 12 threads. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. L2 cache per core is larger on the Core 5 223PQE at 2 MB versus 1.25 MB, and the shared L3 cache is 24 MB versus 20 MB. Both support ECC memory, which matters for workstation and server-adjacent builds. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, so expansion connectivity is comparable. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 5 223PQE has a recorded launch MSRP of $319, while the i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded.

Power delivery is a major architectural separator. The Core 5 223PQE carries a 125 W TDP, while the i5-14401TE carries a 45 W TDP. That 80 W gap directly affects cooling requirements, motherboard VRM design, and chassis airflow. The i5-14401TE is clearly positioned for low-power and compact systems, whereas the Core 5 223PQE is positioned for mainstream desktop performance. The release dates also differ: the Core 5 223PQE entered production status with a release date of 2026-03-08, while the i5-14401TE has a release date of 2024-06-30. Both are marked Active in production status.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split. For users who prioritize raw throughput and higher clock rates, the Intel Core 5 223PQE is the stronger part. It offers 2 more cores and 4 more threads, a 1.50 GHz higher boost clock, a 2.00 GHz higher base clock, more L2 and L3 cache, and a faster integrated GPU. Its 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figure also gives it a measurable memory throughput advantage over the i5-14401TE, which has no bandwidth figure recorded. The Core 5 223PQE is the appropriate choice for desktop systems where power consumption is not the primary constraint and where threaded performance matters.

For systems where power draw and thermal output are the dominant factors, the Intel Core i5-14401TE is the better fit. Its 45 W TDP is less than half that of the Core 5 223PQE, which allows for smaller coolers, lower fan noise, and simpler motherboard power delivery. The i5-14401TE still delivers 6 cores and 12 threads at a 4.50 GHz boost, which is sufficient for everyday desktop workloads and moderate threaded tasks. Both processors share the same Socket 1700 platform, DDR4/DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC support, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, so platform compatibility is not a deciding factor.

Neither processor holds an edge in benchmark scores in the database, as both show an average benchmark score of 0 and a percentile rank of 50. With no recorded head-to-head benchmark results, the verdict rests entirely on specifications and the power envelope. The Core 5 223PQE wins on performance-oriented specifications: cores, threads, clocks, cache, memory bandwidth, and iGPU tier. The i5-14401TE wins on efficiency-oriented specifications: TDP, with a much lower power draw while retaining the same platform features.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

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

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Core 5 223PQE runs at a 4.00 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The i5-14401TE runs at a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost clock.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 5 223PQE and the i5-14401TE support ECC memory.

Q: How much cache does each processor have?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The i5-14401TE has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3.

Q: What integrated graphics do they use?

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

Q: What is the power consumption difference?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a 125 W TDP. The i5-14401TE has a 45 W TDP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no recorded head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors, and both carry an average benchmark score of 0 with a percentile rank of 50. The comparison therefore relies on the specification deltas recorded in the database.

The largest single advantage for the Core 5 223PQE is its base clock. A 4.00 GHz base clock versus 2.00 GHz is a 2.00 GHz gap, which doubles the sustained frequency floor of the i5-14401TE. In workloads that run at base clocks for extended periods, such as long compile jobs or continuous encoding, that difference translates directly into throughput. The boost clock gap is smaller but still substantial: 5.50 GHz versus 4.50 GHz is a 1.00 GHz advantage for the Core 5 223PQE. For single-threaded responsiveness and lightly threaded applications, the Core 5 223PQE should deliver higher peak performance.

Core and thread counts give the Core 5 223PQE a 33% advantage in both cores and threads (8 versus 6 cores, 16 versus 12 threads). Threaded workloads that scale across cores, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and virtual machine hosting, will favor the Core 5 223PQE. The larger shared L3 cache, 24 MB versus 20 MB, adds 4 MB of additional capacity, and the per-core L2 difference of 2 MB versus 1.25 MB means the Core 5 223PQE can hold more working data closer to each core.

Memory bandwidth favors the Core 5 223PQE with a recorded 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-14401TE has no bandwidth figure recorded in the database. Memory-intensive workloads such as data analytics and large in-memory databases will benefit from the higher bandwidth on the Core 5 223PQE. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, so the platform memory options are identical, but the Core 5 223PQE has a documented bandwidth ceiling.

The integrated GPU comparison also favors the Core 5 223PQE. UHD Graphics 770 versus UHD Graphics 730 means the Core 5 223PQE offers a higher tier of integrated graphics, which matters for systems that run without a discrete GPU. For video playback, light photo editing, and desktop compositing, the Core 5 223PQE has the stronger iGPU.

The i5-14401TE counters with a 45 W TDP versus 125 W, an 80 W difference. That is the defining advantage for the i5-14401TE. In compact form factor systems, fanless designs, or environments where heat dissipation is limited, the lower TDP allows for a capable air cooler and quieter operation. The i5-14401TE also has a die size of 215 mm² recorded, while the Core 5 223PQE has no die size entry. Both processors use the same Intel Socket 1700, so they fit the same motherboard class, and both support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The Core 5 223PQE has a later release date of 2026-03-08 compared to the i5-14401TE's 2024-06-30, making the Core 5 223PQE the newer design. The Core 5 223PQE also carries a launch MSRP of $319, while the i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking headroom is not part of the comparison. Both are listed as Active in production status and are built on Intel's 10 nm process at Intel's foundry.