Intel Core 5 315 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison
Intel Core 5 315
Core i7-14701TE
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core 5 315 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE
The Verdict
The benchmark data presents a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 315 wins only 2. The average benchmark score for the i7-14701TE is 26013, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Core 5 315 averages 18188 and sits in the 72nd percentile. These percentile figures indicate that the i7-14701TE is positioned notably higher in the overall performance distribution.
The Core 5 315 claims both of its victories in PassMark single-thread tests, scoring 4021 compared to 2637 for the i7-14701TE, a margin of 52.5 percent. This is a substantial lead in lightly threaded work. The i7-14701TE, however, dominates every multi-core and most single-core Cinebench tests. For example, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i7-14701TE scores 17035 versus 12981, a 23.8 percent advantage. The data suggests that users prioritizing single-thread responsiveness should consider the Core 5 315, while those needing sustained multi-threaded throughput will find the i7-14701TE delivers consistently higher scores across nearly all workloads.
Architecture Differences
The two processors come from entirely different design families. The Intel Core 5 315 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and is built on a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and a 10 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the process gap is significant, with the Core 5 315 employing a more advanced fabrication technology.
Core and thread counts differ sharply. The Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyper-threading is present. The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, doubling the thread count through simultaneous multithreading. This thread advantage directly explains much of the i7-14701TE's multi-core benchmark dominance.
Cache configurations also diverge. The Core 5 315 carries 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The i7-14701TE lists 80 KB per core L1, 2 MB per core L2, and 33 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on the i7-14701TE provides substantially more shared cache for working sets.
Memory support differs as well. The Core 5 315 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and a recorded bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The i7-14701TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus; no bandwidth figure is recorded for it. The i7-14701TE also supports ECC memory, while the Core 5 315 does not. PCIe capabilities favor the i7-14701TE with Gen 5 and 16 CPU lanes, versus Gen 4 and 6 lanes on the Core 5 315. Integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 315 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770.
The Core 5 315 is a mobile segment part on Intel BGA 1516 socket with a 15 W TDP, while the i7-14701TE is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700 with a 45 W TDP. The i7-14701TE has a die size of 257 mm²; no die size is recorded for the Core 5 315. Release dates also differ, with the i7-14701TE releasing in 2024 and the Core 5 315 in 2026.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The most striking result is in PassMark single-thread performance, where the Core 5 315 scores 4021 against 2637 for the i7-14701TE, a 52.5 percent advantage. This is the only category where the Core 5 315 wins, and it wins by a wide margin. This suggests the Wildcat Lake core design has exceptional per-thread performance despite its lower clock profile.
The i7-14701TE answers in Cinebench. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 1716 versus 1308, a 23.8 percent lead. Single-core in R15 shows 242 versus 184, a 24 percent lead. Cinebench R20 multi-core delivers 7154 versus 5452, again 23.8 percent. Single-core in R20 is 1010 versus 769, a 23.9 percent margin. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 17035 versus 12981, and single-core shows 2405 versus 1832, both at 23.8 percent. Notably, the i7-14701TE wins Cinebench single-core tests despite losing PassMark single-thread, indicating different workload sensitivities between the two benchmark suites.
PassMark integer math produces the largest delta of the entire comparison: the i7-14701TE scores 65792 versus 31690, a 51.8 percent advantage. This is nearly as large as the Core 5 315's single-thread win, but in the opposite direction. Floating-point math also favors the i7-14701TE at 50219 versus 42441, a 15.5 percent lead. Data compression shows 220520 versus 146143, a 33.7 percent gap. Physics scores 1860 versus 1163, a 37.5 percent difference. Find prime numbers scores 143 versus 112, a 21.7 percent lead. Random string sorting shows 22760 versus 17551, a 22.9 percent gap. The closest contest is data encryption at 11699 versus 11119, only a 5 percent edge for the i7-14701TE. Extended instructions come in at 14354 versus 13143, an 8.4 percent lead.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?
A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26013, while the Intel Core 5 315 averages 18188.
Q: Does the Core 5 315 win any benchmark categories?
A: Yes, it wins PassMark single-thread and PassMark singlethread, both with a score of 4021 versus 2637, a 52.5 percent advantage.
Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?
A: The i7-14701TE scores 17035 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Core 5 315 scores 12981, a 23.8 percent difference.
Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?
A: The Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.
Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?
A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 315 does not.
Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?
A: The Core 5 315 has a 15 W TDP, while the i7-14701TE has a 45 W TDP.
Where Each One Wins
The Core 5 315 wins exclusively in PassMark single-thread and singlethread tests. This makes it the stronger choice for workloads that depend on a single thread's speed, such as certain legacy applications, lightweight scripting, or interactive response where only one core matters. Its 3 nm process node also suggests a more modern fabrication approach, though the database records no direct efficiency measurements beyond TDP.
The i7-14701TE wins every other benchmark category. Its 16 threads give it a decisive edge in multi-threaded productivity, rendering, compression, encryption, and physics simulations. The data compression score of 220520 versus 146143 indicates strong performance in archiving and data-heavy tasks. Integer math at 65792 versus 31690 shows a massive advantage in general computation. Cinebench results across R15, R20, and R23 confirm consistent multi-core superiority, with every delta at 23.8 percent. Even in single-core Cinebench tests, the i7-14701TE leads by roughly 24 percent, which is curious given the Core 5 315's PassMark single-thread victory. The data implies the two benchmark suites measure different aspects of single-thread behavior.
The i7-14701TE also offers ECC memory support, dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 support, and Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, making it better suited for workstation-style configurations. The Core 5 315 is a mobile part with single-channel memory and Gen 4 PCIe with 6 lanes, which aligns with its lower TDP and portable segment.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ in nearly every recorded specification. Core count: 6 versus 8. Threads: 6 versus 16. Base clock: 1.50 GHz versus 2.10 GHz. Boost clock: 4.40 GHz versus 5.20 GHz. TDP: 15 W versus 45 W. Socket: Intel BGA 1516 versus Intel Socket 1700. Codename: Wildcat Lake versus Raptor Lake-R. Process node: 3 nm versus 10 nm. The i7-14701TE records a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 5 315 has no recorded die size.
Cache differs in both organization and size. The Core 5 315 has 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The i7-14701TE has 80 KB per core L1, 2 MB per core L2, and 33 MB shared L3. Memory support: the Core 5 315 uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The i7-14701TE uses DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel bus and no recorded bandwidth. ECC: false for the Core 5 315, true for the i7-14701TE. PCIe: Gen 4 with 6 lanes versus Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) versus UHD Graphics 770. Market segment: Mobile versus Desktop. Release date: 2026 for the Core 5 315, 2024 for the i7-14701TE. Launch MSRP for the Core 5 315 is $340; the i7-14701TE has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.