Intel Core 5 223PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 238V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core 5 223PTE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counts for both processors stand at zero. Consequently, the analysis below relies exclusively on the available benchmark data for the Core Ultra 5 238V and the architectural specifications of both parts.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 238V has a complete set of benchmark scores, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmarks in the database. This asymmetry means that direct performance comparisons must be inferred from the Ultra 5 238V's absolute scores and its percentile position relative to all CPUs.

The Core Ultra 5 238V achieves a 75th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 21981. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11700F at 21988 (a delta of 0%), the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X at 21992 (0%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 236V at 21952 (0.1%), and the AMD EPYC 9534 at 21900 (0.4%). These deltas indicate that the Ultra 5 238V performs essentially on par with the i7-11700F and the Ryzen 5 3600X, while slightly ahead of the Ultra 5 236V and the EPYC 9534.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core testing, the Core Ultra 5 238V scores 15645 points. This result places it firmly in the upper mid-range of desktop and mobile processors. In single-core R23, the score is 2208 points, which is a strong result for a mobile-class chip. The R20 scores are 6570 multi-core and 927 single-core, while the R15 scores are 1576 multi-core and 222 single-core. These progressive scores show a consistent scaling pattern across the different Cinebench versions.

PassMark results for the Ultra 5 238V reveal specific strengths. The data compression score is 176532, which is exceptionally high and indicates strong integer throughput. The data encryption score is 13072, a moderate result. Extended instructions score 15377, floating point math 53160, and integer math 38889. The multithread score is 18407, while the single-thread score is 3890. Physics simulation scores 1546, and random string sorting scores 21585. Find prime numbers yields 174, a relatively low result that suggests the processor is not optimized for this specific workload.

The Core 5 223PTE, by contrast, has no benchmark scores in the database. Its percentile ranking is 50, which is the median position, but this value is not derived from any recorded performance measurements. The database lists its average benchmark score as zero, confirming the absence of test data.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 238V outperform the Intel Core i7-11700F?

A: The database shows the Ultra 5 238V has an average benchmark score of 21981, while the i7-11700F scores 21988. The delta is 0%, meaning the two processors perform at parity in the recorded aggregate data.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 238V compare to the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X?

A: The Ryzen 5 3600X has an average score of 21992, compared to the Ultra 5 238V's 21981. The delta is 0%, indicating equivalent overall performance between the two.

Q: What is the single-thread performance of the Core Ultra 5 238V?

A: The PassMark single-thread score is 3890, and the Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2208. The R20 single-core score is 927, and the R15 single-core score is 222.

Q: Is the Core Ultra 5 238V a mobile processor?

A: Yes, its market segment is listed as Mobile, and it uses the Intel BGA 2833 socket. Its TDP is 17 watts, which is characteristic of a low-power mobile design.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Core 5 223PTE?

A: The Core 5 223PTE has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s with dual-channel memory support. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory types and includes ECC memory support.

Q: What PCIe configuration does each processor use?

A: The Core 5 223PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 5 238V provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 238V wins in all measured benchmark categories because it is the only processor with recorded test data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15645 and single-core score of 2208 demonstrate solid rendering performance. The PassMark multithread score of 18407 and single-thread score of 3890 confirm balanced throughput across both threaded and lightly threaded workloads.

The data compression score of 176532 is the standout result for the Ultra 5 238V. This figure suggests particularly strong performance in compression algorithms, which rely heavily on integer operations and memory access patterns. The integer math score of 38889 supports this interpretation, as does the random string sorting score of 21585.

The Core 5 223PTE cannot be said to win any benchmark comparison because no scores exist in the database. Its specifications, however, indicate potential strengths in specific scenarios. It has 16 threads compared to the Ultra 5 238V's 8 threads, which could provide an advantage in heavily threaded workloads if benchmarked. Its boost clock of 5.40 GHz is higher than the Ultra 5 238V's 4.70 GHz, suggesting possible single-thread advantages. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache is three times larger than the Ultra 5 238V's 8 MB, which could benefit cache-sensitive applications.

For workloads that depend on memory bandwidth, the Core 5 223PTE lists 89.6 GB/s, while the Ultra 5 238V has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. The Core 5 223PTE also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Ultra 5 238V, which may be relevant for reliability-sensitive computing environments.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge substantially in their core and thread configurations. The Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 238V has 8 cores and 8 threads. This means the Core 5 223PTE supports simultaneous multithreading, effectively doubling its thread count, whereas the Ultra 5 238V does not.

Clock speeds differ notably. The Core 5 223PTE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 238V has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core 5 223PTE holds a 0.20 GHz base clock advantage and a 0.70 GHz boost clock advantage.

Thermal design power shows a significant gap. The Core 5 223PTE is rated at 45 watts TDP, while the Core Ultra 5 238V is rated at 17 watts. This difference reflects their target markets: the Core 5 223PTE is a desktop processor, while the Ultra 5 238V is a mobile processor.

Socket types are incompatible. The Core 5 223PTE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 238V uses Intel BGA 2833. Memory support also differs: the Core 5 223PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 5 238V's memory support is listed as unknown and dependent on motherboard. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Core 5 223PTE has a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, and the Ultra 5 238V has no recorded bandwidth.

ECC memory support is present on the Core 5 223PTE but absent on the Ultra 5 238V. PCIe configurations differ, with the Core 5 223PTE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus the Ultra 5 238V's Gen 5 with 4 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: the Core 5 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 5 238V uses Arc 130V.

Release dates are distinct. The Core 5 223PTE has a release date of 2026-03-08, while the Ultra 5 238V has a release date of 2024-09-23. The Core 5 223PTE has a launch MSRP of $232, while the Ultra 5 238V has no launch MSRP recorded.

Architecture Differences

The process nodes differ significantly. The Core 5 223PTE is built on a 10 nm process, while the Core Ultra 5 238V uses a 3 nm process. The foundries also differ: Intel fabricates the Core 5 223PTE, while TSMC fabricates the Core Ultra 5 238V. The smaller process node on the Ultra 5 238V enables its lower power consumption.

The codenames reflect different design generations. The Core 5 223PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core Ultra 5 238V uses Lunar Lake. The Core Ultra 5 238V belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 family, while the Core 5 223PTE has no series designation recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Core 5 223PTE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 238V has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 238V has more L1 and L2 cache per core, while the Core 5 223PTE has three times the total L3 cache.

The Core Ultra 5 238V's larger per-core caches align with its Lunar Lake architecture, which emphasizes efficiency and single-thread responsiveness. The Core 5 223PTE's larger shared L3 cache suits a desktop design where multiple cores can benefit from a larger pool of shared data.

The market segments differ, with the Core 5 223PTE classified as Desktop and the Core Ultra 5 238V as Mobile. Both processors are listed as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The part numbers differ: the Core 5 223PTE is SA4QL, and the Core Ultra 5 238V is SRPN5SRPN4. The Core Ultra 5 238V has a percentile ranking of 75 among all CPUs, while the Core 5 223PTE has a percentile ranking of 50. The Ultra 5 238V's average benchmark score is 21981, whereas the Core 5 223PTE's is zero, reflecting the absence of recorded benchmark data for the latter.