Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core i3-14100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall win for the Intel Core 5 330, which takes 15 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The margin is consistent across most workloads, with the Core 5 330 leading by 13.2% in every Cinebench test: R15 multicore (1325 vs 1170), R15 single-core (186 vs 165), R20 multicore (5523 vs 4877), R20 single-core (779 vs 688), R23 multicore (13150 vs 11612), and R23 single-core (1856 vs 1639). That uniform 13.2% delta across both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering workloads indicates a broad architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The single largest victory for the Core 5 330 comes in PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 114 versus 56, a 103.6% advantage. This test is highly sensitive to integer throughput per clock, and the Core 5 330's result suggests a substantial per-core efficiency lead. Data encryption also favors the Core 5 330 heavily, at 11076 versus 7881, a 40.5% gap. Floating-point math shows a 39.9% lead (43885 vs 31379), and extended instructions (12808 vs 10414) and physics (1201 vs 973) follow with 23% and 23.4% advantages respectively. Random string sorting goes to the Core 5 330 by 14.1% (17771 vs 15579), while PassMark multithread (15471 vs 13662) and single-thread (4088 vs 3498) both land at 13.2% and 16.9% in favor of the Core 5 330.

The Intel Core i3-14100T wins only two tests, but both are notable. PassMark data compression goes to the i3-14100T at 152636 versus 145287, a 4.8% margin. The larger win is in PassMark integer math, where the i3-14100T scores 40292 against 33258, a 17.5% lead. These two results indicate that the i3-14100T's four cores with eight threads can marshal more raw integer throughput in specific workloads, likely due to its higher base clock and dual-channel memory interface. However, those wins are isolated; in the aggregate, the Core 5 330's average benchmark score of 18345 sits 4% above the i3-14100T's 17648.

The percentile rankings confirm the overall picture. The Core 5 330 sits at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, while the i3-14100T sits at the 71st. The nearest rivals for the Core 5 330 include the Intel Core i3-14100 (average score 18318, delta 0.1%), the Intel Core 7 360 (18374, -0.2%), the Intel Core i3-13100 (18380, -0.2%), and the Intel Core 3 305 (18302, 0.2%). For the i3-14100T, the closest competitors are the Intel Core i3-13100F (17653, 0%), the Intel Core i7-1255U (17656, 0%), the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE (17614, 0.2%), and the AMD EPYC 9374F (17693, -0.3%). The data places the Core 5 330 in a slightly higher performance tier, with its rivals clustered around 18300-18380, whereas the i3-14100T's cluster sits around 17600-17700.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 wins 15 of the 17 comparisons, while the Intel Core i3-14100T wins 2.

Q: How large is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Core 5 330 scores 13150 versus 11612 for the i3-14100T, a 13.2% advantage.

Q: In which workload does the Intel Core i3-14100T show the biggest lead?

A: The i3-14100T leads by 17.5% in PassMark integer math, scoring 40292 against the Core 5 330's 33258.

Q: What is the largest single-test margin between the two?

A: The Core 5 330 wins PassMark find prime numbers by 103.6%, scoring 114 versus 56.

Q: How do the two compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Core 5 330 leads in PassMark single-thread by 16.9% (4088 vs 3498) and in Cinebench R23 single-core by 13.2% (1856 vs 1639).

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The Core 5 330 has an average benchmark score of 18345, while the i3-14100T averages 17648.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their underlying design. The Intel Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on a 3 nm process node at Intel's foundry, and belongs to the Core 5 generation. It packs 6 cores and 6 threads, with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its cache layout includes 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The chip targets the mobile market segment and uses the Intel BGA 1516 socket. Memory support covers DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but only through a single-channel bus with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. It does not support ECC memory, and its PCIe implementation is Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics come from Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

The Intel Core i3-14100T is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, using a 10 nm process node. Its die size is 163 mm². It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Its cache structure is different: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. This is a desktop part on the Intel Socket 1700, and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus. The i3-14100T includes ECC memory support, and its PCIe implementation is Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Its integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730.

The 3 nm versus 10 nm process gap is the most fundamental difference, and the benchmark data reflects it. The Core 5 330's higher boost clock (4.60 GHz vs 4.40 GHz) and smaller process node likely explain its consistent single-threaded lead. However, the i3-14100T's dual-channel memory bus and larger shared L3 (12 MB vs 6 MB) help it win the integer math and data compression tests, which can benefit from greater memory bandwidth and cache capacity. The thread count difference (6 vs 8) does not translate into a multi-threaded win for the i3-14100T, as the Core 5 330 leads by 13.2% in Cinebench R23 multicore and PassMark multithread.

The i3-14100T's ECC support, dual-channel memory, and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes position it as a desktop-oriented part with expansion capability. The Core 5 330's single-channel memory and 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes reflect a mobile-focused design where power efficiency and compactness matter more than memory throughput or expansion. The TDP figures also illustrate this: the Core 5 330 is rated at 15 W, while the i3-14100T is rated at 35 W.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split: the Intel Core 5 330 is the faster processor in the majority of measured workloads, and the Intel Core i3-14100T is the better choice in a narrow set of integer-heavy tasks. For general multi-threaded rendering, single-threaded responsiveness, encryption, floating-point math, physics, and string sorting, the Core 5 330 leads consistently, often by double-digit margins. Its 13.2% advantage across all Cinebench versions, plus a 40.5% lead in encryption and a 103.6% lead in prime-number calculation, makes it the stronger all-around performer.

The i3-14100T's wins in integer math (17.5%) and data compression (4.8%) suggest it retains an edge in specific productivity workloads that leverage its 8 threads and larger shared cache. The dual-channel memory bus also gives it a structural advantage in memory-bound operations. However, these two wins do not offset the Core 5 330's broader dominance, and the average benchmark scores (18345 vs 17648) confirm the overall hierarchy.

Buyers who prioritize rendering, scientific computation, or general responsiveness should choose the Core 5 330. Buyers who specifically need ECC memory support, a dual-channel memory interface, or Gen 5 PCIe expansion will find those features only on the i3-14100T. The i3-14100T also offers a lower launch MSRP of $134, while the Core 5 330 has a launch MSRP of $309, but the performance data shows the Core 5 330 delivering higher scores in almost every category.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 330 | Intel Core i3-14100T |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 6 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.50 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) | Core i3 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 163 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Single-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | $134 |

| Part Number | SAE3G | SRMX0 |