Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall result: the Intel Core i7-14700T wins 15 of the 17 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 5 330 takes only 2. The most striking difference appears in PassMark integer math, where the i7-14700T scores 113854 against 33258, a 70.8% advantage. That gap is the largest of any test in the comparison.

Multi-core rendering follows the same pattern. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the i7-14700T scores 25980 versus 13150 for the Core 5 330, a 49.4% difference. The same delta repeats across Cinebench R15 multicore (2618 vs 1325), R20 multicore (10911 vs 5523), and R23 singlecore (3667 vs 1856). Every Cinebench test shows the i7-14700T ahead by exactly 49.4% or 49.6%, indicating a consistent per-thread and per-core advantage.

PassMark data compression shows the widest percentage gap among the non-Cinebench tests: 354216 for the i7-14700T versus 145287 for the Core 5 330, a 59% lead. Data encryption follows at 47.9% (21277 vs 11076), and random string sorting at 53.9% (38546 vs 17771). Floating point math favors the i7-14700T by 44.5% (79042 vs 43885), while extended instructions show a smaller 36.1% gap (20052 vs 12808).

The i7-14700T also wins the multithreaded PassMark test, 30571 vs 15471, and the physics test, 1946 vs 1201. Even the find prime numbers test, which often favors efficiency-oriented chips, goes to the i7-14700T by 21.4% (145 vs 114).

The Core 5 330 wins only the PassMark single-thread test, scoring 4088 versus 3905, a 4.7% edge. That result appears twice in the data under two test names, passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, but it is the same benchmark. No other test in the head-to-head list favors the Core 5 330. The average benchmark score confirms the hierarchy: the i7-14700T sits at 41914, while the Core 5 330 averages 18345.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design points. The Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename on a 3 nm process node, while the i7-14700T belongs to the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, codename Raptor Lake-R, on a 10 nm process. Both are Intel parts, but the manufacturing technology differs by generation and node.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads, with no hyperthreading. The i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads, meaning it uses a hybrid arrangement with performance and efficiency cores. The i7-14700T also carries a larger die at 257 mm², while the Core 5 330 has no listed die size in the database.

Cache hierarchies reflect the different designs. The Core 5 330 has 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The i7-14700T lists L1 as 80 KB per core, L2 as 2 MB per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The per-core structure of the i7-14700T cache is typical of a desktop part, while the smaller shared L3 on the Core 5 330 suits a mobile-oriented chip.

Memory support also differs. The Core 5 330 uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and a listed bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The i7-14700T supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. ECC memory is available on the i7-14700T but not on the Core 5 330.

PCIe connectivity separates the two as well. The Core 5 330 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU, while the i7-14700T offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: the Core 5 330 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe units, whereas the i7-14700T uses UHD Graphics 770.

The socket and market segment reinforce the split. The Core 5 330 is a mobile chip on Intel BGA 1516, while the i7-14700T is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700. The Core 5 330 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost of 4.60 GHz, while the i7-14700T runs at 1.30 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. TDP also differs: 15 watts for the Core 5 330, 35 watts for the i7-14700T.

Where Each One Wins

The data points to a clear use-case split. The i7-14700T dominates every heavily threaded workload recorded. Cinebench multi-core tests, PassMark multithread, integer math, floating point math, data compression, encryption, and random string sorting all favor the i7-14700T by margins from 21.4% to 70.8%. For rendering, encoding, compression, or any parallel workload, the i7-14700T is the stronger part according to the benchmark results.

The Core 5 330, despite losing the multithread battles, holds a 4.7% lead in PassMark single-thread performance. That is a narrow win, but it is the only recorded advantage. For lightly threaded tasks that depend on a single core, the Core 5 330 shows a slight edge. The Cinebench R15 singlecore test, however, tells a different story: the i7-14700T leads by 49.6% in that specific test. The discrepancy between PassMark single-thread and Cinebench singlecore suggests the Core 5 330's win is workload-specific rather than a general single-core superiority.

The i7-14700T also wins the extended instructions test by 36.1%, which covers SIMD-heavy code paths. The physics test, which often reflects gaming or simulation workloads, goes to the i7-14700T by 38.3%. The find prime numbers test, a pure integer loop, favors the i7-14700T by 21.4%.

The Core 5 330's lower TDP of 15 watts versus 35 watts indicates a power-oriented design, but the database records no power or efficiency benchmarks. The only measurable wins for the Core 5 330 are the two identical PassMark single-thread scores.

The Verdict

The benchmark data selects the Intel Core i7-14700T for almost any workload that benefits from multiple cores. It leads by roughly half in Cinebench multi-core tests, by 70.8% in integer math, and by 59% in data compression. Its 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs, compared to the Core 5 330's 72nd percentile, confirms the overall performance gap.

The Core 5 330 wins exactly one unique test: PassMark single-thread, with a 4.7% margin. That makes it the pick only for scenarios where a single thread is the sole bottleneck and the specific workload matches PassMark's single-thread pattern. Its 15-watt TDP and mobile socket suggest a low-power laptop or compact system, but the recorded performance data does not show a broader advantage.

The i7-14700T also offers ECC memory support, dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, and a larger shared L3 cache. The Core 5 330 counters with a newer 3 nm process, Xe3 integrated graphics, and LPDDR5X memory support. For raw compute, the i7-14700T is the clear winner in 15 of 17 tests. For a single-thread-focused workload, the Core 5 330 has a narrow edge.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Does the Core 5 330 beat the i7-14700T in any benchmark?

A: Yes, the Core 5 330 wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 4088 versus 3905, a 4.7% advantage. That test appears twice in the database under two names, but it is the same result.

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

A: The largest recorded gap is in PassMark integer math, where the i7-14700T scores 113854 against 33258, a 70.8% lead.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus. The i7-14700T supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and adds ECC memory support.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The i7-14700T boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Core 5 330 boosts to 4.60 GHz. The Core 5 330 has a higher base clock at 1.50 GHz versus 1.30 GHz.

Q: How do their overall benchmark averages compare?

A: The i7-14700T has an average benchmark score of 41914, while the Core 5 330 averages 18345. The i7-14700T ranks in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, and the Core 5 330 ranks in the 72nd percentile.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 330 | Intel Core i7-14700T |

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

| Cores | 6 | 20 |

| Threads | 6 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 1.50 GHz | 1.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not listed | 257 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

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

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

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

| 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 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-04-15 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | $384 |

| Part Number | SAE3G | SRN41 |