Intel Core 5 320 vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 320 records an average benchmark score of 18023, while the Intel Core i5-14401E records 5253. The Core 5 320 sits at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, whereas the i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile.

Q: How do the two chips compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E scores 18161 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 65.9% ahead of the Intel Core 5 320's 6197. This is the largest performance gap recorded in the head-to-head benchmarks.

Q: Which processor wins in single-core Cinebench R15?

A: The Intel Core 5 320 wins Cinebench R15 single-core with a score of 276, beating the Intel Core i5-14401E's 258 by 7%. This is the only benchmark where the Core 5 320 comes out ahead.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: Both processors have 6 cores. The Intel Core 5 320 has 6 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 12 threads due to Hyper-Threading support.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 5 320 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, slightly higher than the Intel Core 5 320's 4.60 GHz. The i5-14401E also has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 1.50 GHz.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Core i5-14401E dominates multi-threaded workloads, winning 5 of the 6 head-to-head benchmarks. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 is nearly triple the Core 5 320's 6197, a 65.9% advantage. The i5-14401E also leads in Cinebench R20 multi-core (7627 versus 5462, a 28.4% gap) and Cinebench R20 single-core (1076 versus 771, a 28.3% gap).

The Intel Core 5 320 wins only one benchmark: Cinebench R15 single-core, where it scores 276 versus 258, a 7% edge. This single win does not offset the massive multi-core deficit. For any workload that scales across threads, such as rendering, video encoding, or compilation, the i5-14401E is the stronger choice by a wide margin.

The Core 5 320 does hold advantages in platform-level features. It uses a 3 nm process node versus the i5-14401E's 10 nm node, draws 15 W TDP versus 65 W, and supports LPDDR5X memory. Its integrated Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) is newer than the i5-14401E's UHD Graphics 730. These features matter for low-power mobile designs.

The i5-14401E targets desktop systems with Socket 1700, dual-channel memory, ECC support, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Core 5 320 uses BGA 1516, single-channel memory, no ECC, and PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes. The i5-14401E's launch MSRP is not recorded in the database, while the Core 5 320 carries a launch MSRP of $340.

The verdict: pick the i5-14401E for raw compute throughput, especially multi-threaded tasks. Pick the Core 5 320 for a low-power, mobile-oriented part with a modern process node and newer integrated graphics.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results show one decisive pattern. The Intel Core i5-14401E wins all multi-core tests by substantial margins. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i5-14401E scores 1830 against the Core 5 320's 1054, a 42.4% advantage. The gap widens in Cinebench R20 multi-core: 7627 versus 5462, a 28.4% lead. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows the largest delta at 65.9% (18161 versus 6197).

Single-core results are closer but still favor the i5-14401E in two of three tests. Cinebench R20 single-core gives the i5-14401E a 1076 score versus 771, a 28.3% edge. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2564 versus 1926, a 24.9% lead. The only exception is Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Core 5 320 scores 276 versus 258, a 7% win.

The benchmark data confirms that the i5-14401E's 12 threads provide a significant scaling advantage over the Core 5 320's 6 threads. Even in single-core tests, the i5-14401E's higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz generally overcomes any architectural efficiency gains from the Core 5 320's newer Wildcat Lake design.

The Core 5 320's single win in Cinebench R15 single-core is notable but isolated. The 7% margin there does not translate to other single-core tests, where the i5-14401E leads by roughly 25 to 28%. This suggests the Core 5 320's advantage in that one test may be workload-specific rather than a general single-thread superiority.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every physical and platform specification. The Intel Core 5 320 uses a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm node. The Core 5 320 is built on the Wildcat Lake codename, part of the Core 5 generation, whereas the i5-14401E is from the Core 14th Gen series with the Raptor Lake-R codename.

The Core 5 320 has 6 cores and 6 threads, a base clock of 1.50 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 2.50 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i5-14401E draws 65 W TDP versus the Core 5 320's 15 W.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The Core 5 320 has 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The i5-14401E has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The i5-14401E also has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 5 320's die size is not listed.

Memory support differs as well. The Core 5 320 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The i5-14401E supports ECC memory; the Core 5 320 does not.

PCIe capabilities diverge. The Core 5 320 offers PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The i5-14401E offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Core 5 320 uses Intel BGA 1516 socket, while the i5-14401E uses Intel Socket 1700.

The integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 320 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730. The Core 5 320 is a mobile-market part with a release date of April 2026, while the i5-14401E is a desktop part released in June 2024. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is fundamental. The Intel Core 5 320 uses the Wildcat Lake microarchitecture on a 3 nm Intel process. The i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process. This process node difference explains the Core 5 320's dramatically lower TDP of 15 W versus 65 W.

The Core 5 320 implements a 6-core, 6-thread design with no simultaneous multithreading. The i5-14401E implements a 6-core, 12-thread design, effectively doubling the available thread count. This is the primary driver of the i5-14401E's massive multi-core benchmark advantage.

Cache hierarchy design reflects different priorities. The Core 5 320 uses a compact cache arrangement: 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The i5-14401E uses a per-core L1 of 80 KB and per-core L2 of 1.25 MB, with a much larger 20 MB shared L3. The larger L3 on the i5-14401E supports its higher thread count and desktop workload profile.

Memory architecture differs in channel count. The Core 5 320 uses a single-channel memory bus, limiting bandwidth to 59.7 GB/s. The i5-14401E uses a dual-channel bus, which doubles potential memory throughput for desktop applications. The Core 5 320's support for LPDDR5X suggests a focus on mobile power efficiency, while the i5-14401E's DDR4 support indicates broader platform compatibility.

The Core 5 320's integrated graphics are from the newer Xe3 generation with 2 Xe cores. The i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730, an older design. For systems relying on integrated graphics, the Core 5 320 likely provides better media and display capabilities, though the database records no graphics benchmarks.

PCIe generation also separates the two. The Core 5 320 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes, sufficient for a mobile NVMe drive and modest expansion. The i5-14401E provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, enabling high-bandwidth desktop GPUs and storage.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in every multi-threaded benchmark in the database. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 42.4% lead, Cinebench R20 multi-core shows a 28.4% lead, and Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 65.9% lead. These results indicate strong performance for rendering, encoding, simulation, and any workload that can use 12 threads. The i5-14401E also wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 28.3% and Cinebench R23 single-core by 24.9%, covering most single-thread tasks as well.

The Intel Core 5 320 wins exactly one recorded benchmark: Cinebench R15 single-core, with a 7% margin. This isolated win suggests a narrow advantage in legacy single-threaded workloads, likely from the newer Wildcat Lake architecture's higher instructions per clock at lower power. However, this advantage does not carry into newer Cinebench versions.

For use-case planning, the i5-14401E suits desktop builds where multi-threaded compute is the priority. Its 20 MB L3 cache, dual-channel memory, and PCIe Gen 5 support align with high-performance desktop workloads. The Core 5 320 suits mobile or low-power systems where the 15 W TDP, 3 nm process, and LPDDR5X support are more valuable than raw thread count. Its BGA 1516 socket indicates a soldered, non-upgradeable design typical of laptops or compact systems.

The average benchmark score gap is stark: 18023 for the Core 5 320 versus 5253 for the i5-14401E. This difference stems from the Core 5 320 having many more recorded benchmark scores, including PassMark tests such as data compression (148779), data encryption (10984), and integer math (32323). The i5-14401E has only six Cinebench scores recorded, which lowers its average. The percentile ranking places the Core 5 320 at 72 versus the i5-14401E's 60, but this reflects the different benchmark sets as much as raw performance.

Nearest rival data reinforces the positioning. The Core 5 320's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core 5 120U (0.7% ahead), and the Intel Core i5-1334U (0.7% behind). The i5-14401E's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (0.1% behind) and the Intel Core i7-11700B (0.2% ahead). These comparisons place the Core 5 320 among older or lower-power parts, while the i5-14401E sits near much higher-end desktop CPUs.