Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records a complete sweep for the Intel Core i7-14701E, winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons. The largest margin appears in PassMark integer math, where the i7-14701E scores 81325 versus 33258 for the Core 5 330, a 59.1% difference. This is the single biggest gap across any test category.

Cinebench results show consistent margins of roughly 40.8% in favor of the i7-14701E across all render tests. In Cinebench R23, the i7-14701E scores 22195 multicore and 3133 single-core, while the Core 5 330 scores 13150 and 1856 respectively. The R15 multicore test shows 2237 against 1325, and R20 multicore shows 9321 against 5523. Each of these carries the same 40.8% delta.

Single-thread performance tells a slightly different story. The PassMark single-thread test shows the i7-14701E at 4305 versus 4088 for the Core 5 330, a much narrower 5% edge. Cinebench single-core tests show a larger 41% gap, with the i7-14701E reaching 315 in R15 and 1315 in R20, against 186 and 779 for the Core 5 330.

Workload-specific PassMark tests reveal where the i7-14701E pulls away most decisively. Data compression scores 282939 versus 145287, a 48.7% difference. Physics scores 2399 versus 1201, a 49.9% gap. Integer math shows the 59.1% margin already noted. The smallest PassMark delta beyond single-thread appears in data encryption: 14862 versus 11076, a 25.5% difference. Extended instructions show a 30.9% gap (18528 against 12808), floating point math shows 29.1% (61873 against 43885), and random string sorting shows 39.1% (29158 against 17771). Prime number finding scores 176 against 114, a 35.2% margin.

Multithreaded PassMark results show 26112 for the i7-14701E against 15471 for the Core 5 330, a 40.8% delta. This aligns closely with the Cinebench multicore margins, suggesting the thread-count advantage translates consistently across render and general compute workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design families. The Core 5 330 uses Wildcat Lake, built on a 3 nm process, while the i7-14701E uses Raptor Lake-R on a 10 nm process. The die size for the i7-14701E measures 257 mm²; no die size is recorded for the Core 5 330.

Core and thread configurations differ substantially. The Core 5 330 provides 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyperthreading. The i7-14701E provides 8 cores and 16 threads, doubling thread count per core. This explains the consistent 40.8% multicore deltas in Cinebench tests.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Core 5 330 has 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The i7-14701E lists 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. Total L3 capacity is far larger on the i7-14701E, which matters for workloads with large working sets.

Clock speeds favor the i7-14701E. Its base clock runs at 2.60 GHz with a boost of 5.40 GHz, against 1.50 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost for the Core 5 330. The i7-14701E also carries a 65 W TDP versus 15 W for the Core 5 330, reflecting the desktop versus mobile market positioning.

Memory support differs in both type and channel configuration. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X on a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus; no bandwidth figure is recorded for it. ECC memory is supported only on the i7-14701E.

PCIe capabilities diverge sharply. The Core 5 330 provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. The i7-14701E provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, quadruple the lane count and a newer generation.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 5 330 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither benchmark set includes graphics tests, so the recorded data cannot compare iGPU performance directly.

Socket and form factor separate the two completely. The Core 5 330 uses Intel BGA 1516 and targets mobile systems. The i7-14701E uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets desktops. Release dates also differ: the Core 5 330 launched in April 2026, while the i7-14701E launched in June 2024.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701E wins every recorded benchmark, but the margin varies by workload type. Its largest advantage appears in integer math, where the 59.1% delta suggests strong per-thread ALU throughput and the benefit of 16 threads over 6. Data compression and physics also show near-50% margins, indicating the i7-14701E handles parallel, throughput-heavy tasks with far more headroom.

For workloads dominated by single-thread responsiveness, the gap narrows. PassMark single-thread shows only a 5% difference, meaning the Core 5 330 remains competitive for lightly threaded tasks like basic office work, web browsing, or legacy application compatibility. Its 4.60 GHz boost clock partially compensates for the lower core count in these scenarios.

The Core 5 330's 15 W TDP makes it suitable for power-constrained mobile designs. The data does not include battery or thermal measurements, but the TDP figure indicates the platform-level trade-off: substantially lower power draw in exchange for roughly 40% lower multicore performance and 5% lower single-thread performance in PassMark tests.

The i7-14701E's 16 threads give it a clear edge in content creation, video encoding, compilation, and any heavily parallel workload. The 33 MB L3 cache also benefits workloads that repeatedly access large datasets. ECC memory support adds suitability for error-sensitive compute tasks.

For the Core 5 330, its advantages appear in platform flexibility rather than raw performance. Single-channel memory keeps board design simpler, while the BGA socket means it comes soldered in thin-and-light laptops. Its 6 MB L3 is small, but the 3 nm process likely contributes to the lower TDP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

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

A: The i7-14701E scores 22195 in multicore and 3133 in single-core, against 13150 and 1856 for the Core 5 330. Both represent a 40.8% delta in favor of the i7-14701E.

Q: Does the Core 5 330 support ECC memory?

A: No. ECC memory support is listed only for the i7-14701E.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X on a single-channel bus. The i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The i7-14701E boosts to 5.40 GHz. The Core 5 330 boosts to 4.60 GHz.

Q: What is the PassMark single-thread score difference?

A: The i7-14701E scores 4305, while the Core 5 330 scores 4088, a 5% delta in favor of the i7-14701E.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core 5 330 | Intel Core i7-14701E |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 6 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 1.50 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 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 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 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | April 2026 | June 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the i7-14701E for performance-oriented builds. It wins all 17 head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 5% in PassMark single-thread to 59.1% in integer math. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with 33 MB L3 cache and 5.40 GHz boost clock makes it the stronger choice for rendering, compression, physics simulation, and any workload that scales with thread count.

The Core 5 330 remains competitive in one narrow but relevant area: single-thread PassMark performance sits only 5% behind, so everyday responsive tasks will feel similar. Its 15 W TDP and mobile socket target thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency matters more than peak throughput. The 3 nm process and newer graphics engine (Intel Xe3 with 2 Xe cores) give it modern platform traits, but the recorded data does not include graphics benchmarks to quantify that advantage.

For desktop users who need maximum compute throughput, the i7-14701E is the clear pick from this data. Its 65 W TDP allows conventional cooling, and the Socket 1700 platform offers Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, dual-channel memory, and ECC support. The Core 5 330 makes sense only in mobile designs where the 15 W envelope and BGA form factor are prerequisites.

The average benchmark score sums up the overall picture: 33206 for the i7-14701E against 18345 for the Core 5 330. The i7-14701E also ranks in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, versus the 72nd percentile for the Core 5 330. Those percentiles indicate the i7-14701E sits notably higher in the overall performance distribution, confirming what the head-to-head results show.