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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data for this comparison is one-sided. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K has recorded scores across seventeen different tests, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmark entries in the database. This means the head-to-head comparison is defined entirely by the Ultra 5 245K’s measured performance profile, and the 223PTE’s capabilities can only be assessed qualitatively from its specifications.

The Core Ultra 5 245K delivers strong multi-threaded results. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 25,066 points. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score is 15,368, and the Cinebench R15 multicore result is 3,850. These figures place the processor in the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 54,053. The nearest rival data confirms this standing: the Core Ultra 5 245K sits 0.7% ahead of the Intel Xeon 6505P, which has an average score of 53,701, and 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-14700F at 53,620. It also leads the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 by 1.1%, which scores 53,469. The only nearby competitor that outpaces it is the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D, which scores 54,762, a 1.3% advantage over the Core Ultra 5 245K.

Single-thread performance is equally notable. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2,132, while Cinebench R20 single-core delivers 2,169 and Cinebench R15 single-core reaches 322. In PassMark’s single-thread test, the processor records 4,714 points. The data shows a balanced capability across both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads, which is consistent with its 14-core, 14-thread configuration and 4.20 GHz base clock.

The PassMark suite provides further granularity. The multithread score is 43,047, and the physics test yields 3,081 points. Integer math scores 98,524, floating-point math reaches 130,678, and extended instructions hit 37,617. Data compression scores 458,817, while data encryption achieves 33,286. Random string sorting completes at 55,098, and the find prime numbers test returns 414. These numbers indicate a processor that handles computational variety well, with particularly strong results in compression and floating-point workloads.

Because the Core 5 223PTE has zero recorded benchmarks, there is no measured score to place against any of these figures. The database shows no wins for either processor in this pairing, as no head-to-head benchmark data exists.

The Verdict

The recorded data leads to a clear conclusion: the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is the only processor in this comparison with measurable performance evidence. Its 91st percentile ranking, average score of 54,053, and the specific benchmark results across Cinebench and PassMark establish it as a high-performing desktop part. The Intel Core 5 223PTE, despite having a higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz, cannot be assessed for actual performance because no benchmark scores are recorded in the database.

For workloads that depend on multi-threaded throughput, the Core Ultra 5 245K shows strong results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25,066, combined with a PassMark multithread score of 43,047, indicates it handles parallel processing tasks effectively. For single-thread responsiveness, the 4,714 PassMark single-thread score and 2,132 Cinebench R23 single-core result confirm solid performance in lightly threaded applications.

The Core 5 223PTE, with 8 cores and 16 threads, a 2.30 GHz base clock, and a 5.40 GHz boost clock, has a specification sheet that suggests capability, but the absence of benchmark data means no comparative verdict can be drawn. The database contains no evidence for its performance against the Core Ultra 5 245K. Users who require measured performance data should select the Core Ultra 5 245K based on the recorded results. Users considering the Core 5 223PTE would be making a decision without supporting benchmark evidence.

The nearest rival data reinforces the Core Ultra 5 245K’s position. It outperforms the Intel Xeon 6505P, Intel Core i7-14700F, and Intel Xeon Phi 7290 by margins ranging from 0.7% to 1.1%, and trails the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D by 1.3%. This places it in a competitive tier where small percentage differences separate top performers.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245K has an average benchmark score of 54,053. It is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Xeon 6505P (53,701), 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core i7-14700F (53,620), and 1.1% ahead of the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (53,469). The AMD Ryzen 9 9900X3D is 1.3% ahead of it with a score of 54,762.

Q: What is the single-thread performance of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K?

A: The PassMark single-thread score is 4,714. In Cinebench, the R23 single-core score is 2,132, the R20 single-core score is 2,169, and the R15 single-core score is 322.

Q: What is the multi-thread performance of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K?

A: The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 25,066, the R20 multicore score is 15,368, and the R15 multicore score is 3,850. The PassMark multithread score is 43,047.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PTE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database contains zero benchmark entries for the Intel Core 5 223PTE, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 50, but this is not supported by any measured test data.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K has a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: What are the launch MSRP values for these processors?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K has a launch MSRP of $319, and the Intel Core 5 223PTE has a launch MSRP of $232.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K uses 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. The Ultra 5 245K has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The 223PTE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The thermal design power differs substantially: the Ultra 5 245K is rated at 125 watts, while the 223PTE is rated at 45 watts.

The sockets are different. The Core Ultra 5 245K uses Intel Socket 1851, and the Core 5 223PTE uses Intel Socket 1700. The Ultra 5 245K has an unlocked multiplier, while the 223PTE does not. The Ultra 5 245K supports DDR5 memory only, while the 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Ultra 5 245K achieves 102.4 GB/s bandwidth compared to 89.6 GB/s for the 223PTE. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The Ultra 5 245K provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the 223PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are different: the Ultra 5 245K uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU, and the 223PTE uses UHD Graphics 770. The release dates also differ, with the Ultra 5 245K released on 2024-10-23 and the 223PTE released on 2026-03-08.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is significant. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is built on the Arrow Lake architecture, with the codename Arrow Lake-S and a process node of 3 nm from TSMC. It contains 17,800 million transistors on a die size of 243 mm². The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a 10 nm process node from Intel; the database does not list its architecture name, transistor count, or die size.

Cache layouts differ. The Core Ultra 5 245K has 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 3 MB of L2 cache per core, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 5 223PTE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, also with 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations on the Ultra 5 245K align with its newer process node and higher core count.

The Ultra 5 245K belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 and the Ultra 5 (Arrow Lake) generation. The 223PTE belongs to the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation. Both processors are active in production status and target the desktop market segment. The part numbers differ: SRQCT for the Ultra 5 245K and SA4QL for the 223PTE.

Where Each One Wins

Based on recorded data, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K wins in every measurable category because it is the only processor with benchmark scores. Its Cinebench R23 multicore result of 25,066 and PassMark multithread score of 43,047 indicate it is suited for multi-threaded productivity workloads such as rendering, compilation, and simulation. Its PassMark floating-point math score of 130,678 and integer math score of 98,524 suggest strong computational throughput for scientific and analytical tasks. The data compression score of 458,817 points to capability in archiving and data-heavy operations.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no benchmark wins because no scores exist. Its specification sheet shows a 5.40 GHz boost clock, which is 0.20 GHz higher than the Ultra 5 245K’s 5.20 GHz boost clock, but without measured results, this cannot be translated into a performance advantage. Its 45-watt TDP is lower than the Ultra 5 245K’s 125-watt TDP, which may indicate lower power draw, but the database provides no power consumption measurements to confirm operational differences.

The use-case split is therefore straightforward. For any workload where performance evidence matters, the Core Ultra 5 245K is the only choice supported by data. The 223PTE remains an unmeasured option, and any decision to select it would be based on specifications alone, not on demonstrated results. The database shows wins of zero for each processor in the head-to-head benchmarks, reflecting the absence of direct comparison data.