Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the Intel Core 5 330 and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is decisively one-sided. Across all 17 recorded head-to-head tests, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T delivers the higher score. The Core 5 330 does not record a single win in any workload category.

The largest performance gap appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test. The Core Ultra 5 225T scores 284, while the Core 5 330 scores 114. That is a delta of -59.9%, meaning the Core Ultra 5 225T is roughly 60% ahead. This is the single biggest relative difference in the entire dataset.

Floating point math also shows a substantial divide. The Core Ultra 5 225T records 82,751 in PassMark floating point math, versus 43,885 for the Core 5 330, a delta of -47%. Integer math follows a similar pattern: 59,543 for the Core Ultra 5 225T, 33,258 for the Core 5 330, a -44.1% delta. The Core Ultra 5 225T is also far ahead in physics, scoring 2,053 against 1,201, a -41.5% delta.

Cinebench results consistently favor the Core Ultra 5 225T by roughly 40% in both single-core and multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core Ultra 5 225T scores 21,971, while the Core 5 330 scores 13,150, a delta of -40.1%. Single-core R23 shows 3,101 versus 1,856, also -40.1%. The same pattern holds in R20 and R15: multi-core deltas of -40.1% and -40.2%, single-core deltas of -40.2% and -40.4%.

Data compression and encryption workloads show smaller but still significant gaps. PassMark data compression gives the Core Ultra 5 225T 233,998 versus 145,287 for the Core 5 330, a -37.9% delta. Data encryption shows 18,289 versus 11,076, a -39.4% delta. Extended instructions follow with 20,083 against 12,808, a -36.2% delta.

The narrowest margin between the two processors appears in PassMark single-thread performance. Here the Core Ultra 5 225T scores 4,348, and the Core 5 330 scores 4,088. The delta is only -6%. This indicates that while the Core Ultra 5 225T is clearly stronger in heavily threaded workloads, the single-thread advantage is relatively modest compared to the multi-thread advantage.

Random string sorting shows a -38.2% delta, with scores of 28,774 and 17,771. PassMark multi-thread records 25,358 versus 15,471, a -39% delta. Across every category, the Core Ultra 5 225T maintains a lead that ranges from 6% to just under 60%.

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows no benchmark categories where the Intel Core 5 330 wins. The Core Ultra 5 225T wins all 17 head-to-head tests. However, the size of the advantage varies by workload type, which reveals where each part is relatively stronger.

For single-threaded performance, the Core Ultra 5 225T is ahead, but only by 6%. This is the closest contest in the entire dataset. Applications that rely primarily on single-core responsiveness will see a modest advantage for the Core Ultra 5 225T, but the gap is not nearly as pronounced as in parallel workloads.

For multi-threaded and parallel workloads, the Core Ultra 5 225T dominates. Cinebench multi-core tests consistently show about a 40% lead. PassMark multi-thread shows a 39% lead. Floating point math shows a 47% lead. Integer math shows a 44.1% lead. The find prime numbers test shows the largest gap at 59.9%. These results point to a clear split: the Core Ultra 5 225T is the stronger choice for rendering, scientific computing, and other tasks that scale with core count and memory bandwidth.

The Core 5 330, despite losing every test, does show competitive single-thread performance relative to its own multi-thread showing. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4,088 trails by only 260 points. In contrast, its multi-thread score of 15,471 trails by 9,887 points. The data suggests the Core 5 330 is comparatively stronger in lightly threaded tasks, even though it does not win any category.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this hierarchy. The Core Ultra 5 225T has an average benchmark score of 30,468, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The Core 5 330 has an average score of 18,345, placing it at the 72nd percentile. The Core Ultra 5 225T's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11980HK (delta of 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (delta of 0.3%), the Intel Core i5-13600H (delta of -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (delta of 0.3%). The Core 5 330's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100 (delta of 0.1%), the Intel Core 7 360 (delta of -0.2%), the Intel Core i3-13100 (delta of -0.2%), and the Intel Core 3 305 (delta of 0.2%). These rival comparisons show that the Core 5 330 sits in a lower performance tier, while the Core Ultra 5 225T competes with higher-end mobile and desktop parts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel lineups and use different underlying designs. The Intel Core 5 330 is part of the Core 5 generation under the Wildcat Lake codename. It is built on a 3 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, using the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename. It is also built on a 3 nm process node, but the foundry is TSMC rather than Intel.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyper-threading. The Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads, also without hyper-threading. The extra 4 cores directly explain much of the multi-threaded performance gap observed in the benchmarks.

Clock speeds also favor the Core Ultra 5 225T. The Core 5 330 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 225T has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Both the base and boost clocks are higher on the Core Ultra 5 225T.

Cache configurations are markedly different. 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 Ultra 5 225T has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 cache, combined with per-core L2 allocation, gives the Core Ultra 5 225T a significant cache advantage.

Power and thermal envelopes differ. The Core 5 330 has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Core Ultra 5 225T has a TDP of 65 watts. This explains the market positioning: the Core 5 330 is a mobile part, while the Core Ultra 5 225T is a desktop part. The socket types reflect this as well. The Core 5 330 uses Intel BGA 1516, a ball-grid array for soldered mobile installation. The Core Ultra 5 225T uses Intel Socket 1851, a desktop socket.

Memory support also diverges. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a single-channel memory bus. Its memory bandwidth is 59.7 GB/s. The Core Ultra 5 225T supports DDR5 only, but with a dual-channel memory bus, delivering 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The dual-channel configuration and higher bandwidth contribute to the Core Ultra 5 225T's advantage in memory-intensive workloads.

PCIe connectivity differs. The Core 5 330 offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The Core Ultra 5 225T offers Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The newer PCIe generation and higher lane count give the Core Ultra 5 225T more expansion headroom.

Integrated graphics also differ. The Core 5 330 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The Core Ultra 5 225T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 16 EU. The transistor count and die size are only recorded for the Core Ultra 5 225T: 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The Core 5 330 has no recorded transistor or die size in the database.

Release dates differ as well. The Core 5 330 has a release date of 2026-04-15, while the Core Ultra 5 225T has a release date of 2024-12-31. The Core 5 330 has a launch MSRP of $309, while the Core Ultra 5 225T has no recorded launch MSRP. Both parts are currently active in production. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and neither supports ECC memory.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is faster. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 4,348 versus 4,088 for the Core 5 330, a delta of -6%. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 3,101 versus 1,856, a delta of -40.1%.

Q: How large is the multi-threaded performance gap?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225T leads by roughly 40% across Cinebench multi-core tests. In R23 multi-core, it scores 21,971 versus 13,150 (-40.1%). In PassMark multi-thread, it scores 25,358 versus 15,471 (-39%).

Q: What is the biggest benchmark difference between the two?

A: The largest relative gap is in PassMark find prime numbers. The Core Ultra 5 225T scores 284, while the Core 5 330 scores 114, a delta of -59.9%.

Q: Do both processors support hyper-threading?

A: No. The Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads. Neither supports hyper-threading.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225T has more cache. It has 192 KB L1 per core, 3 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The Core 5 330 has 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth differences?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225T has a dual-channel memory bus with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth and supports DDR5. The Core 5 330 has a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth and supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 330 | Intel Core Ultra 5 225T |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 6 | 10 |

| Base clock | 1.50 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Arrow Lake-S |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

| Die size | Not recorded | 243 mm² |

| L1 cache | 192 KB | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 2.5 MB | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 6 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR5 |

| Memory bus | Single-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-04-15 | 2024-12-31 |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | Not recorded |

| Part number | SAE3G | Unknown |

| Average benchmark score | 18,345 | 30,468 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 72nd | 82nd |