Intel Core 5 223PQE vs Intel Core i9-14900F Comparison

Intel Core 5 223PQE and Intel Core i9-14900F occupy different tiers within the same socket generation, yet the benchmark data shows a clear separation in raw performance. The Core i9-14900F delivers substantially higher multi-threaded results, while the Core 5 223PQE offers a higher base clock and a lower launch MSRP. The recorded data for the Core 5 223PQE includes no benchmark scores, so the analysis relies solely on the Core i9-14900F measurements and the architectural specifications listed for both parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmark scores. Consequently, the quantitative comparison rests entirely on the Core i9-14900F results and the percentile ranking.

The Core i9-14900F achieves an average benchmark score of 60008, placing it in the 92nd percentile among all CPUs in the database. This percentile indicates that it outperforms roughly 92 percent of all recorded processors. In contrast, the Core 5 223PQE sits at the 50th percentile, which means it lands exactly at the median of the database population. The absence of benchmark scores for the Core 5 223PQE prevents a direct score-to-score comparison, but the percentile difference of 42 points signals a wide performance gap.

Looking at the Core i9-14900F measured results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 39551 reflects strong parallel throughput across its 24 cores and 32 threads. The single-core Cinebench R23 result of 5583 demonstrates capable per-thread performance, driven by a 5.80 GHz boost clock. In Geekbench, the multi-core score of 20008 and single-core score of 2570 follow the same pattern: the multi-core figure dominates while the single-core result remains competitive.

The PassMark suite reinforces the multi-threaded strength of the Core i9-14900F. The multithread score of 46532, integer math score of 177066, and floating point math score of 119550 all show high sustained throughput. Data compression reaches 564207, while data encryption hits 34644. Extended instructions score 31084, random string sorting reaches 63728, and physics simulation scores 2899. The single-thread PassMark score of 4506 appears twice in the database, once as single_thread and once as singlethread, and both entries agree.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the Core i9-14900F sits within a tight band of results. The AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX scores 60099, which is 0.2 percent higher than the Core i9-14900F. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX also scores 60104, again 0.2 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D scores 59641, which is 0.6 percent lower. The Intel Xeon Gold 6338T scores 60572, which is 0.9 percent higher. These deltas show that the Core i9-14900F trades places with several high-end processors within a one percent margin, indicating it belongs to a dense performance cluster near the top of the database.

The Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmark results and no nearest rival entries. The only performance indicator available is its 50th percentile ranking, which places it at the median of all CPUs. That ranking, combined with its 8 cores and 16 threads, suggests it targets mainstream workloads rather than the heavy parallel tasks where the Core i9-14900F excels.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same Intel Socket 1700, the same 10 nm process node, and the same Intel foundry. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus. Both include ECC memory support. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. These commonalities mean the platform-level requirements remain identical.

The core configurations differ sharply. The Core 5 223PQE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i9-14900F uses 24 cores and 32 threads. The Core i9-14900F has three times the core count and exactly double the thread count. This structural difference explains the large gap in multi-threaded performance expectations.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both parts list 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache differs: the Core 5 223PQE has 24 MB shared, while the Core i9-14900F has 36 MB shared. The Core i9-14900F therefore provides 12 MB more shared L3 cache, which benefits workloads with larger working sets.

Clock speeds follow an interesting pattern. The Core 5 223PQE has a base clock of 4.00 GHz, which is double the 2.00 GHz base clock of the Core i9-14900F. The boost clock tells a different story: the Core i9-14900F reaches 5.80 GHz, while the Core 5 223PQE tops out at 5.50 GHz. The Core i9-14900F holds a 0.30 GHz advantage in boost frequency, while the Core 5 223PQE holds a 2.00 GHz advantage in base frequency. The lower base clock of the Core i9-14900F allows it to stay within its 65 W TDP during light loads, while the Core 5 223PQE carries a 125 W TDP.

The die size field records a value only for the Core i9-14900F at 257 mm². The Core 5 223PQE lists no die size. Transistor counts are absent for both parts.

Integrated graphics separate the two clearly. The Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core i9-14900F lists N/A for integrated graphics. This means the Core i9-14900F requires a discrete graphics card to output a display, whereas the Core 5 223PQE can operate with its integrated GPU.

Codename and generation labels also differ. The Core 5 223PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Core i9-14900F uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, and falls under the Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The architecture field lists Raptor Lake for the Core i9-14900F, while the Core 5 223PQE has no architecture entry.

Memory bandwidth appears only for the Core 5 223PQE at 89.6 GB/s. The Core i9-14900F has no recorded memory bandwidth value, despite supporting the same DDR4 and DDR5 memory types.

Both processors have locked multipliers, so neither supports user-controlled overclocking. The production status for both is Active. The Core 5 223PQE released on 2026-03-08, while the Core i9-14900F released on 2024-01-07. The Core 5 223PQE lists a launch MSRP of $319, and the Core i9-14900F lists a launch MSRP of $524.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900F has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache capacity?

A: The Core i9-14900F has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core 5 223PQE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i9-14900F provides 12 MB more.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 5 223PQE and the Core i9-14900F list ECC memory support as true.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. The Core i9-14900F lists N/A for integrated graphics, so it requires a separate graphics card.

Q: How do the base clocks compare?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a base clock of 4.00 GHz, while the Core i9-14900F has a base clock of 2.00 GHz. The Core 5 223PQE runs at double the base frequency.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Core 5 223PQE has a TDP of 125 W, while the Core i9-14900F has a TDP of 65 W. The Core i9-14900F carries a lower thermal design power despite having more cores.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core i9-14900F is the stronger processor for multi-threaded workloads. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 92nd percentile ranking place it among the top processors in the database. The measured Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 39551 and PassMark multithread score of 46532 confirm sustained parallel performance. The nearest rival deltas, all within 0.9 percent of the Core i9-14900F, show that it competes directly with high-end AMD and Intel server and mobile parts.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE presents a different profile. Its 50th percentile ranking places it exactly at the median of all CPUs in the database. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration suits mainstream applications. The 4.00 GHz base clock is notably higher than the 2.00 GHz base clock of the Core i9-14900F, which can improve responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks that do not scale across many cores. The 5.50 GHz boost clock trails the Core i9-14900F by 0.30 GHz, a modest gap.

The Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, making it self-sufficient for display output. The Core i9-14900F has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory. For systems without a dedicated graphics card, the Core 5 223PQE is the only viable option between the two.

The TDP values also differentiate the pair. The Core 5 223PQE draws 125 W, while the Core i9-14900F draws 65 W. The lower TDP of the Core i9-14900F is notable given its higher core count and boost clock. The higher TDP of the Core 5 223PQE reflects its elevated base clock.

The launch MSRP of $319 for the Core 5 223PQE versus $524 for the Core i9-14900F indicates a price gap of $205, but the performance data shows the Core i9-14900F delivers far more multi-threaded capability. The Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark scores in the database, so its real-world performance cannot be quantified from recorded measurements.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded fields:

• Cores: 8 for the Core 5 223PQE, 24 for the Core i9-14900F.
• Threads: 16 for the Core 5 223PQE, 32 for the Core i9-14900F.
• Base clock: 4.00 GHz for the Core 5 223PQE, 2.00 GHz for the Core i9-14900F.
• Boost clock: 5.50 GHz for the Core 5 223PQE, 5.80 GHz for the Core i9-14900F.
• TDP: 125 W for the Core 5 223PQE, 65 W for the Core i9-14900F.
• Codename: Bartlett Lake for the Core 5 223PQE, Raptor Lake-R for the Core i9-14900F.
• Generation: Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) for the Core 5 223PQE, Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) for the Core i9-14900F.
• Series: None listed for the Core 5 223PQE, Core 14th Gen for the Core i9-14900F.
• Architecture: None listed for the Core 5 223PQE, Raptor Lake for the Core i9-14900F.
• Die size: None listed for the Core 5 223PQE, 257 mm² for the Core i9-14900F.
• L3 cache: 24 MB shared for the Core 5 223PQE, 36 MB shared for the Core i9-14900F.
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s for the Core 5 223PQE, none recorded for the Core i9-14900F.
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 770 for the Core 5 223PQE, N/A for the Core i9-14900F.
• Release date: 2026-03-08 for the Core 5 223PQE, 2024-01-07 for the Core i9-14900F.
• Launch MSRP: $319 for the Core 5 223PQE, $524 for the Core i9-14900F.
• Part number: SA4QC for the Core 5 223PQE, SRN3W for the Core i9-14900F.
• Percentile vs all CPUs: 50 for the Core 5 223PQE, 92 for the Core i9-14900F.
• Average benchmark score: 0 for the Core 5 223PQE, 60008 for the Core i9-14900F.

Shared specifications include the socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (2 MB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC memory support (true), PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and locked multiplier status.