Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records 17 head-to-head comparisons between the Intel Core 5 330 and the Intel Core 9 273PTE. The Core 9 273PTE dominates the field, winning 15 of those comparisons. The Core 5 330 manages just 2 wins, both in the same PassMark single-thread test.

The single-thread victory for the Core 5 330 is notable. In PassMark single-thread testing, the Core 5 330 scores 4088, while the Core 9 273PTE scores 3433. That represents a 19.1% advantage for the Core 5 330. This is the only test category where the Core 5 330 leads, and it does so by a substantial margin.

Every Cinebench test goes to the Core 9 273PTE. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core 9 273PTE scores 2060 against 1325 for the Core 5 330, a 35.7% gap. The R15 single-core test shows a similar pattern: 290 versus 186, again a 35.9% deficit for the Core 5 330. Cinebench R20 multicore repeats the 35.7% delta, with scores of 8586 and 5523. R20 single-core shows 1212 versus 779, also 35.7%. Cinebench R23 multicore delivers 20445 versus 13150, and R23 single-core delivers 2886 versus 1856. Both are 35.7% in favor of the Core 9 273PTE.

The PassMark suite reveals where the Core 9 273PTE stretches its lead. Integer math shows the largest gap: 82411 versus 33258, a 59.6% advantage. Data compression follows at 258704 versus 145287, a 43.8% lead. Random string sorting goes 28973 to 17771, a 38.7% gap. Physics testing shows 1917 against 1201, a 37.4% margin. Multithread testing lands at 24054 versus 15471, a 35.7% gap. Floating point math scores 60673 versus 43885, a 27.7% difference. Data encryption shows 14253 versus 11076, a 22.3% gap. Extended instructions and find prime numbers both show 19.7% advantages for the Core 9 273PTE, with scores of 15952 versus 12808 and 142 versus 114.

The average benchmark score reflects this split. The Core 9 273PTE averages 31143, while the Core 5 330 averages 18345. The Core 9 273PTE sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Core 5 330 sits in the 72nd percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel families entirely. The Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation built on a 3 nm process node. The Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 9 generation built on a 10 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Core counts differ sharply. The Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads, meaning it supports simultaneous multithreading while the Core 5 330 does not. This explains much of the multicore performance gap.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Core 5 330 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PTE lists 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The total L3 advantage for the Core 9 273PTE is sixfold.

Clock speeds also favor the Core 9 273PTE, but only at the top end. The Core 5 330 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE has a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core 5 330 actually starts higher at base, but the Core 9 273PTE boosts much further.

Memory support differs. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE also supports ECC memory; the Core 5 330 does not.

PCIe connectivity is another differentiator. The Core 5 330 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. The Core 9 273PTE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. That is both a generation and a lane-count advantage for the Core 9 273PTE.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 5 330 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. The sockets are incompatible: the Core 5 330 uses Intel BGA 1516, while the Core 9 273PTE uses Intel Socket 1700.

Power envelopes are not directly comparable, but the TDP figures recorded are 15 for the Core 5 330 and 45 for the Core 9 273PTE. The Core 5 330 targets the mobile segment, while the Core 9 273PTE targets desktop systems. Release dates are close: the Core 5 330 launched on April 15, 2026, and the Core 9 273PTE launched on March 8, 2026. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 330 wins only in PassMark single-thread performance. With a score of 4088 versus 3433, it delivers 19.1% higher single-thread throughput. This makes it the stronger option for workloads that depend heavily on a single execution thread and cannot spread work across many cores. The higher base clock of 1.50 GHz may contribute to this result, as does the newer 3 nm process node.

The Core 9 273PTE wins everywhere else. Its multicore advantages are substantial: 35.7% in every Cinebench multicore test and 35.7% in PassMark multithread. Integer math shows the most extreme gap at 59.6%, indicating strong performance in arithmetic-heavy parallel workloads. Data compression follows at 43.8%, making it a clear choice for archival and compression tasks. Physics simulation shows a 37.4% lead. Random string sorting shows 38.7%. Floating point math shows 27.7%. Encryption and extended instruction workloads show 22.3% and 19.7% leads respectively.

The Core 9 273PTE also wins all single-core Cinebench tests. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2886 versus 1856 is a 35.7% advantage, despite losing the PassMark single-thread test. This suggests the two single-thread metrics measure different aspects of performance, and the Core 9 273PTE is not universally slower in single-threaded work.

For mobile use, the Core 5 330 has the lower TDP of 15 and uses the BGA 1516 socket, which is typical for integrated mobile designs. The Core 9 273PTE requires a desktop platform with Socket 1700 and carries a 45 TDP. The Core 9 273PTE also provides more PCIe Gen 5 lanes, dual-channel memory, and ECC support, which are desktop-oriented features.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Why does the Core 5 330 win the PassMark single-thread test?

A: The Core 5 330 scores 4088 in PassMark single-thread, while the Core 9 273PTE scores 3433. That is a 19.1% advantage for the Core 5 330. However, the Core 9 273PTE wins every Cinebench single-core test by 35.7%, so the PassMark result does not generalize to all single-thread workloads.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: PassMark integer math shows the biggest difference. The Core 9 273PTE scores 82411, while the Core 5 330 scores 33258. That is a 59.6% advantage for the Core 9 273PTE.

Q: Do these processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE also supports ECC memory, which the Core 5 330 does not.

Q: What are the manufacturing process nodes?

A: The Core 5 330 is built on a 3 nm process node. The Core 9 273PTE is built on a 10 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 5 330 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear split in intended use. The Core 9 273PTE is the stronger processor in nearly every measurable category. It wins 15 of 17 benchmark comparisons, holds an 82nd percentile ranking versus 72nd for the Core 5 330, and delivers a substantially higher average benchmark score of 31143 versus 18345. Its multicore performance advantage of 35.7% across all Cinebench tests and its 59.6% lead in integer math make it the obvious choice for parallel compute, compression, physics simulation, and any workload that can use 12 cores and 24 threads.

The Core 5 330 has a narrower but real advantage. Its 19.1% lead in PassMark single-thread performance and its lower 15 TDP make it suitable for mobile platforms where single-thread responsiveness matters and power draw is constrained. The 3 nm process node and the Wildcat Lake architecture deliver this single-thread strength, but the 6-core, 6-thread configuration limits its reach.

For desktop users running multi-threaded applications, the database points directly to the Core 9 273PTE. For mobile users prioritizing single-thread performance and lower power consumption, the Core 5 330 has a documented edge in that specific metric. The two chips are not direct competitors; they occupy different segments and different sockets. The data supports choosing based on workload type rather than overall capability.