Intel Core 5 223PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains recorded benchmark results for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has no benchmark scores listed in the available measurements. This creates an asymmetric comparison, but the data that exists is substantial and consistent across multiple test suites.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core Ultra 5 245 scores 32,924 points. This places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs in the database, which is a strong showing for a desktop processor. The single-core score of 4,648 in the same suite confirms the processor's ability to sustain high clock speeds under single-threaded loads.

Cinebench R20 results follow the expected pattern: 13,828 multi-core and 1,952 single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 3,318 multi-core and 468 single-core. The progression across R15, R20, and R23 reflects the increasing workload demands of each newer version, and the consistent ratios between these scores indicate stable scaling behavior.

PassMark results paint a more detailed picture. The multi-thread score of 38,706 and single-thread score of 4,394 (listed twice under slightly different test names, both recording the same value) show balanced performance across both workload types. Integer math produces 91,187, floating point math produces 120,548, and extended instructions produce 33,304. These three arithmetic categories show the processor handling complex mathematical workloads with ample headroom.

Data compression scores 400,942, while data encryption scores 30,236. The encryption figure is notably lower in absolute terms, but this is typical for encryption tasks that rely heavily on single-thread performance and specific instruction throughput. Random string sorting records 49,140, and the find prime numbers test records 365. Physics simulation scores 2,569.

The nearest rivals for the Core Ultra 5 245 provide context. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 49,196 on average, which is 0.4% higher than the Core Ultra 5 245's average of 48,995. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49,228, 0.5% higher. The Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48,698, which is 0.6% lower. The Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48,618, which is 0.8% lower. The Core Ultra 5 245 sits essentially at parity with its closest competitors, with a spread of less than one percent in either direction.

Architecture Differences

The two processors belong to different architectural generations entirely. The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses Bartlett Lake architecture on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arrow Lake architecture on Intel Socket 1851. These sockets are not interchangeable, meaning motherboard compatibility separates the two completely.

The manufacturing process differs substantially. The Core 5 223PTE uses a 10 nm node fabricated by Intel. The Core Ultra 5 245 uses a 3 nm node fabricated by TSMC. The Core Ultra 5 245 also lists a transistor count of 17,800 million and a die size of 243 mm², while the Core 5 223PTE does not have transistor or die size data recorded.

Core and thread configurations diverge significantly. The Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, which indicates simultaneous multithreading support. The Core Ultra 5 245 has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning it does not use multithreading and relies solely on physical cores. This is a fundamental design choice: the Core Ultra 5 245 offers more physical cores but no thread doubling, while the Core 5 223PTE offers fewer physical cores but thread doubling.

Clock speeds favor the Core 5 223PTE on the boost end. It has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 245 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Core 5 223PTE boosts 0.30 GHz higher, but the Core Ultra 5 245 holds a 1.20 GHz advantage at base clock.

Cache hierarchies differ in per-core allocation but share the same total L3. The Core 5 223PTE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Core Ultra 5 245 has 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. Both have the same total L3 capacity, but the Core Ultra 5 245 provides more L1 and L2 per core.

Memory support differs. The Core 5 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Core Ultra 5 245 supports only DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The Core Ultra 5 245 provides 12.8 GB/s more bandwidth.

PCIe lane counts differ. The Core 5 223PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 245 provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. Both support ECC memory. Integrated graphics differ as well: the Core 5 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 245 has the only recorded benchmark scores in this comparison, so the data directly supports its performance position but provides no measured counterpoint for the Core 5 223PTE. Within the Core Ultra 5 245's results, several workload categories stand out.

Multi-core rendering workloads benefit from the 14 physical cores. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32,924 and the PassMark multi-thread score of 38,706 both indicate strong parallel throughput. Floating point math at 120,548 and integer math at 91,187 show arithmetic-heavy tasks running efficiently. Data compression at 400,942 is the single highest recorded score in the entire benchmark set, suggesting this processor handles compression and decompression workloads exceptionally well.

Single-thread tasks also perform well. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,648 and the PassMark single-thread score of 4,394 demonstrate that the 3.50 GHz base clock and 5.10 GHz boost clock deliver responsive single-threaded performance. Extended instructions at 33,304 support workloads that use advanced instruction sets.

The Core 5 223PTE, based on its specifications, would be positioned for workloads that benefit from its 5.40 GHz boost clock and its 16 threads on 8 cores. The higher boost clock suggests strong single-thread peak performance, and the thread doubling allows better utilization in multithreaded scenarios than its core count alone would suggest. Its DDR4 compatibility also makes it adaptable to older memory platforms, though the database records no measured scores to confirm these expectations.

The Verdict

The recorded data firmly favors the Intel Core Ultra 5 245, since it holds all benchmark scores in the database while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has none. The Core Ultra 5 245's 90th percentile ranking and its average benchmark score of 48,995 place it among the top tier of desktop processors. Its nearest rivals sit within one percentage point in either direction, confirming that it competes directly with high-end desktop and workstation processors.

The Core Ultra 5 245 should be selected by anyone whose workload matches the measured strengths: multi-core rendering, data compression, floating point math, and general productivity tasks. Its 14 physical cores, 3 nm process node, and 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth provide a modern foundation. The 5.10 GHz boost clock ensures that single-threaded responsiveness is not sacrificed.

The Core 5 223PTE should be considered only on the basis of its specifications, since no benchmark data exists for it in the database. Its 5.40 GHz boost clock and 16 threads make it a plausible option for lightly threaded workloads that favor very high clock speeds. Its DDR4 and DDR5 memory support offers platform flexibility. However, the absence of recorded measurements means its actual performance cannot be verified against the Core Ultra 5 245's substantial benchmark results.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 have more cores than the Intel Core 5 223PTE?

A: Yes, the Core Ultra 5 245 has 14 cores, while the Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores. However, the Core 5 223PTE has 16 threads due to multithreading, while the Core Ultra 5 245 has 14 threads with no thread doubling.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Core 5 223PTE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is 0.30 GHz higher than the Core Ultra 5 245's boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 has a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the Core 5 223PTE has 89.6 GB/s. The Core Ultra 5 245 provides 12.8 GB/s more bandwidth, and it supports only DDR5 while the Core 5 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 245 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48,995, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G has an average score of 49,196. The AMD processor is 0.4% higher.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 5 223PTE and the Core Ultra 5 245 support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics do each of these processors use?

A: The Core 5 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 223PTE | Intel Core Ultra 5 245 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.30 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Arrow Lake-S |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 243 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |

| Launch MSRP | $232 | $270 |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2025-01-06 |

| Part Number | SA4QL | SRVFE |