Intel Core 7 150HL vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons for the Intel Core 7 150HL and Intel Core i7-14701E. The Intel Core 7 150HL has no benchmark scores listed, no average benchmark score, and no nearest rivals data. The Intel Core i7-14701E, by contrast, has a full suite of 17 benchmark results across Cinebench and Passmark tests, an average benchmark score of 33206, and a percentile rank of 83 among all CPUs.

In the absence of measured results for the Core 7 150HL, the comparison must rely on architectural and specification differences recorded in the database. The i7-14701E shows strong multi-core performance in its recorded scores. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 places it well ahead of typical desktop processors, while its single-core score of 3133 indicates solid per-thread performance. The Passmark multi-thread score of 26112 and single-thread score of 4305 reinforce this pattern. The i7-14701E also records a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9321 and a single-core score of 1315, along with a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2237 and single-core score of 315.

The Core 7 150HL lacks any recorded benchmark data, so no exact numerical wins can be attributed to it. The database shows zero wins for each processor in the head-to-head comparison fields. This means the analysis must shift to what the specification differences imply, rather than what measured results demonstrate.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins in every measurable category based on the recorded data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and Passmark multi-thread score of 26112 indicate strong performance for threaded workloads such as video rendering, 3D modeling, and software compilation. The Passmark integer math score of 81325 and floating point math score of 61873 show capability in number-crunching tasks. The data encryption score of 14862 and data compression score of 282939 point to strong performance in archival and security-related workloads.

The i7-14701E also holds an advantage in single-threaded performance, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4305 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133. This matters for everyday responsiveness, office productivity, and lightly-threaded applications. The extended instructions score of 18528 and random string sorting score of 29158 further support its general-purpose strength. The physics score of 2399 and find prime numbers score of 176 round out the recorded workload coverage.

The Core 7 150HL has no recorded benchmark wins. Its potential advantages must be inferred from its specifications. It offers 14 cores and 20 threads versus the i7-14701E's 8 cores and 16 threads, so in heavily parallel workloads where thread count scales linearly, the Core 7 150HL could theoretically outperform. It also has a lower TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts, suggesting higher power efficiency per unit of work. However, without measured scores, the database cannot confirm these advantages.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear choice for most users: the Intel Core i7-14701E delivers measured performance across all recorded benchmark categories, while the Intel Core 7 150HL delivers none. The i7-14701E's average benchmark score of 33206 places it at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at a 0% delta, the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at -0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 0.3%, and the Intel Core i7-13650HX at 0.4%. This means the i7-14701E sits in a competitive performance band, trading blows with those processors within a fraction of a percent.

The Core 7 150HL's 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs, with no average score, suggests it occupies a mid-range position, but the absence of data makes any performance claim unsupported. Users who need verified performance for demanding applications should select the i7-14701E. Users who prioritize lower power draw and higher core counts for speculative threaded workloads might consider the Core 7 150HL, but they would be doing so without any benchmark confirmation.

The i7-14701E also brings ECC memory support, a feature absent from the Core 7 150HL. For workstation or server use cases where data integrity matters, this is a decisive factor. The i7-14701E's PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes also provides more modern expansion bandwidth compared to the Core 7 150HL's PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Intel Core 7 150HL boosts to 5.00 GHz.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Intel Core 7 150HL has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 150HL does not.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has an average benchmark score of 33206. The Intel Core 7 150HL has an average benchmark score of 0, meaning no recorded benchmarks exist for it in the database.

Q: How does the i7-14701E compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i7-14701E is statistically tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at a 0% delta, sits 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, and leads the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX and Intel Core i7-13650HX by 0.3% and 0.4%, respectively.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 7 150HL has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

Both processors use the Raptor Lake architecture and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The Core 7 150HL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation, while the i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with a Raptor Lake Refresh generation label.

The die size differs, with the i7-14701E measuring 257 mm², while the Core 7 150HL has no recorded die size. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The integrated graphics differ: the Core 7 150HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, while the i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770.

The PCIe implementation differs significantly. The Core 7 150HL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the i7-14701E provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. This gives the i7-14701E more expansion bandwidth and newer protocol support for high-speed storage and graphics.

The Core 7 150HL's architecture uses a hybrid core configuration typical of Raptor Lake-PS, with a mix of performance and efficiency cores to reach 14 cores and 20 threads. The i7-14701E uses a Raptor Lake Refresh design with 8 cores and 16 threads, all of which are performance-oriented. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core, as is the L2 cache at 2 MB per core. The L3 cache differs, with the i7-14701E offering 33 MB shared versus the Core 7 150HL's 24 MB shared.

Specification Differences

The base clock differs, with the Core 7 150HL running at 2.40 GHz and the i7-14701E at 2.60 GHz. The boost clock also differs, with the i7-14701E reaching 5.40 GHz versus the Core 7 150HL's 5.00 GHz. The TDP differs, with the Core 7 150HL rated at 45 watts and the i7-14701E at 65 watts.

Core and thread counts differ as noted: 14 cores and 20 threads for the Core 7 150HL, 8 cores and 16 threads for the i7-14701E. The L3 cache differs at 24 MB versus 33 MB. The die size is recorded only for the i7-14701E at 257 mm². ECC memory support differs, present on the i7-14701E and absent on the Core 7 150HL.

PCIe capabilities differ, with the Core 7 150HL using Gen 4 with 8 lanes and the i7-14701E using Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with Iris Xe Graphics 96EU on the Core 7 150HL and UHD Graphics 770 on the i7-14701E. The part number is recorded as unknown for the Core 7 150HL and Q49FSRNJK for the i7-14701E. The release dates differ, with the Core 7 150HL released on 2024-04-07 and the i7-14701E on 2024-06-30. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP.