Intel Core 5 315 vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the Intel Core 5 315 includes a full suite of benchmark results, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This asymmetry shapes the comparison: the Core 5 315 can be evaluated directly, whereas the i5-14501TE must be assessed through its specification profile and market positioning.

For the Intel Core 5 315, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12981 and single-core score of 1832 indicate a processor that handles both threaded workloads and single-threaded tasks with balanced capability. The Cinebench R20 results follow a similar pattern, with 5452 in multi-core and 769 in single-core. The R15 scores of 1308 multi-core and 184 single-core complete the Cinebench progression.

PassMark results for the Core 5 315 show particular strengths in specific operations. The data compression score of 146143 stands out as the highest PassMark value recorded for this processor. Floating point math reaches 42441, while integer math scores 31690. Random string sorting delivers 17551, and extended instructions post 13143. Data encryption produces 11119, with find prime numbers at 112 and physics at 1163.

The multi-threaded PassMark score of 15272 and single-thread score of 4021 place the Core 5 315 in the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 18188 puts it in close company with several established processors. The AMD EPYC 9274F averages 18189 with a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core i7-9700 averages 18180 with a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core i7-1365U averages 18177 with a delta of 0.1 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U averages 18176 with a delta of 0.1 percent. These near-identical average scores suggest the Core 5 315 performs at a level comparable to a range of desktop and mobile processors from both Intel and AMD.

The Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores recorded, so no head-to-head performance deltas can be computed from the database. The wins counter shows zero for both processors, reflecting the absence of matched benchmark data.

The Verdict

From the data available, the Intel Core 5 315 is the only one of the two processors with recorded performance measurements. Its average benchmark score of 18188 and 72nd percentile ranking demonstrate measurable performance across a wide range of tests. The i5-14501TE, with no benchmark entries, cannot be compared numerically at this time.

The Core 5 315 shows a profile suited to mobile computing, with a 15 W TDP and a BGA socket, making it a low-power option for portable systems. The i5-14501TE is a desktop part with a 45 W TDP and Socket 1700, indicating a different thermal and platform envelope. Selection between the two would depend on the target platform: the Core 5 315 fits compact, power-conscious mobile designs, while the i5-14501TE targets desktop builds where the higher TDP is acceptable.

The Core 5 315 carries a launch MSRP of $340. The i5-14501TE has no launch MSRP listed in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 315 boosts to 4.40 GHz.

Q: How do the core and thread counts differ?

A: Both processors have 6 cores. The Intel Core 5 315 has 6 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 12 threads.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 uses a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE uses a 10 nm process node.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 315 does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 has an average benchmark score of 18188. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded average benchmark score in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across multiple specification fields. The Intel Core 5 315 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Thermal design power differs substantially. The Core 5 315 has a TDP of 15 W, while the i5-14501TE has a TDP of 45 W.

The socket and platform differ. The Core 5 315 uses Intel BGA 1516, indicating a soldered mobile design. The i5-14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket.

Memory support diverges in both type and channel configuration. The Core 5 315 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The i5-14501TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus, and no memory bandwidth figure is listed.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The Core 5 315 provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU-only lanes. The i5-14501TE provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU-only lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 315 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The i5-14501TE includes UHD Graphics 770.

ECC memory support is present only on the i5-14501TE. The market segment also differs: the Core 5 315 targets mobile, while the i5-14501TE targets desktop.

Release dates differ. The Core 5 315 was released on 2026-04-15, while the i5-14501TE was released on 2024-06-30. The Core 5 315 has a launch MSRP of $340; the i5-14501TE has no launch MSRP listed.

The part numbers are SAEFC for the Core 5 315 and Q49KSRNJN for the i5-14501TE. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 5 315 belongs to the Wildcat Lake family, listed as generation Core 5 (Wildcat Lake). Its codename is Wildcat Lake. It uses a 3 nm process node and the foundry is Intel. Its cache structure includes 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the architecture Raptor Lake and codename Raptor Lake-R. Its generation is listed as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). It uses a 10 nm process node, the foundry is Intel, and the die size is 215 mm². Its cache structure is described per core: 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

The core counts are identical at 6 cores each, but thread counts differ: the Core 5 315 has 6 threads, while the i5-14501TE has 12 threads. This indicates the i5-14501TE supports simultaneous multithreading while the Core 5 315 does not.

The process node difference is significant: 3 nm for the Core 5 315 versus 10 nm for the i5-14501TE. The Core 5 315 uses a more advanced process, which aligns with its lower TDP of 15 W. The i5-14501TE uses a less advanced process but compensates with higher clock speeds and a higher 45 W TDP.

Cache allocation strategies differ. The Core 5 315 lists aggregate L1 and L2 values, while the i5-14501TE lists per-core values. The i5-14501TE has a larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB compared to 6 MB for the Core 5 315.

Neither processor has transistor count or die size data for the Core 5 315, while the i5-14501TE has a die size of 215 mm².

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 315 wins in the domain of measured performance, as it is the only processor of the two with benchmark scores in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12981 and single-core score of 1832 provide concrete reference points. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4021 and multi-thread score of 15272 further establish its performance profile.

The Core 5 315 also wins on power efficiency. Its 15 W TDP is considerably lower than the i5-14501TE's 45 W TDP, making it suited for thermally constrained mobile environments. The 3 nm process node supports this efficiency advantage. The single-channel memory bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth are modest, but the LPDDR5X memory support aligns with mobile use cases.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE wins on specification headroom. Its boost clock of 5.10 GHz exceeds the Core 5 315's 4.40 GHz. Its base clock of 2.20 GHz exceeds the Core 5 315's 1.50 GHz. The dual-channel memory bus with DDR4 and DDR5 support offers broader memory compatibility. The 24 MB shared L3 cache is four times the size of the Core 5 315's 6 MB. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide more expansion capability than the 6 Gen 4 lanes on the Core 5 315.

The i5-14501TE wins on connectivity and platform features. ECC memory support makes it suitable for error-sensitive workloads. The desktop Socket 1700 platform allows for standard desktop motherboards and cooling solutions. The UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU provides display output for desktop configurations.

The Core 5 315 wins on production recency, with a release date of 2026-04-15 compared to the i5-14501TE's 2024-06-30. Its active production status matches the i5-14501TE's active status.

For workload-specific strengths, the Core 5 315's PassMark data compression score of 146143 is its standout result, indicating strong performance in compression-heavy tasks. The floating point math score of 42441 and integer math score of 31690 show balanced arithmetic capability. The i5-14501TE lacks recorded scores, so no workload-specific wins can be attributed to it from benchmark data.

The percentile ranking of 72 for the Core 5 315 places it above the 50th percentile of the i5-14501TE. The average benchmark score of 18188 for the Core 5 315 versus no recorded score for the i5-14501TE reinforces this data gap.

In summary, the Core 5 315 demonstrates measurable performance in a low-power mobile package, while the i5-14501TE offers higher clocks, more threads, larger cache, broader memory support, and more PCIe lanes in a desktop form factor. The choice between them depends on whether the priority is verified benchmark performance in a mobile platform or a feature-rich desktop specification.