Intel Core 7 240H vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a split decision, with each processor taking three wins across the six Cinebench tests. The Intel Core 7 240H dominates the older Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core tests, while the Intel Core i5-14401E counters with decisive victories in the R23 suite.

Starting with multi-core workloads, the Core 7 240H posts a 2360 score in Cinebench R15 multi-core, which is 29% ahead of the i5-14401E's 1830. That is the largest margin in any test. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the Core 7 240H scores 8562 versus 7627, a 12.3% advantage. These results indicate that the mobile processor's 10 cores and 16 threads provide substantial parallel throughput in these rendering workloads.

However, the picture reverses in Cinebench R23. The i5-14401E scores 18161 in multi-core, which is 13.2% ahead of the Core 7 240H's 15764. This is a notable swing, as the desktop chip overcomes its 6-core, 12-thread configuration to beat the higher-core-count mobile part. The R23 multi-core result suggests that sustained power delivery and thermal headroom play a significant role, as the desktop processor with its 65 TDP can maintain higher clocks over longer rendering sessions.

Single-core results are equally split. The i5-14401E wins Cinebench R15 single-core with 258 against 249, a 3.5% margin. The Core 7 240H takes Cinebench R20 single-core with 1208 versus 1076, again a 12.3% lead. But the most dramatic single-core result comes in Cinebench R23, where the i5-14401E scores 2564, a full 33% ahead of the Core 7 240H's 1719. That 33% gap is the largest delta in the entire comparison and points to a substantial difference in how the two chips sustain single-thread boost behavior under the R23 workload's longer duration.

Looking at the average benchmark scores, the Core 7 240H sits at 31483, which places it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 at 31473, the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX at 31495, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H at 31508, all within 0.1% of each other. The i5-14401E, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 5253, placing it in the 60th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5259, the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5241, the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5240, and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5210. The massive difference in average scores (31483 versus 5253) reflects that the two processors have very different benchmark coverage in the database, with the mobile part having far more recorded results.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Raptor Lake architecture and the same 10 nm process node, manufactured by Intel. They also belong to the same Raptor Lake Refresh generation, though with different market positioning. The Core 7 240H uses the Raptor Lake-H codename and targets the mobile segment, while the i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename for desktop systems.

The core configurations differ significantly. The Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. This gives the mobile chip 4 additional cores and 4 additional threads for parallel workloads. Both processors have a base clock of 2.50 GHz, but the boost clocks diverge: the Core 7 240H reaches 5.20 GHz, while the i5-14401E tops out at 4.70 GHz. The higher boost clock on the mobile part helps explain its wins in R15 and R20 multi-core tests.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 7 240H versus 1.25 MB per core on the i5-14401E. The L3 cache is 24 MB shared on the mobile chip and 20 MB shared on the desktop chip. These cache differences, combined with the core count disparity, favor the Core 7 240H in memory-sensitive workloads.

The sockets are entirely different. The Core 7 240H uses Intel BGA 1744, a soldered mobile socket, while the i5-14401E uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket that allows for user replacement. PCIe lanes also differ: the mobile chip provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the desktop chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This doubles the available PCIe connectivity on the desktop part, which matters for discrete GPU bandwidth and expansion options.

Power envelopes are distinct as well. The Core 7 240H has a 45 TDP, reflecting its mobile design constraints, while the i5-14401E has a 65 TDP for desktop cooling. The desktop chip also has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the mobile chip has no die size data in the database.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 240H uses Iris Xe Graphics with 64 execution units, while the i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730. The mobile part's Iris Xe solution is generally positioned as more capable for light graphics work. Memory support is identical in type (DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel), but ECC memory support differs: the i5-14401E supports ECC, while the Core 7 240H does not.

Release dates show the Core 7 240H launched on 2024-12-17, while the i5-14401E launched earlier on 2024-06-30. The Core 7 240H has a launch MSRP of $502, while the i5-14401E has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark tests in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The results are evenly split at 3 wins each. The Intel Core 7 240H wins Cinebench R15 multi-core, R20 multi-core, and R20 single-core. The Intel Core i5-14401E wins Cinebench R15 single-core, R23 multi-core, and R23 single-core.

Q: What is the largest performance gap in either direction?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E leads by 33% in Cinebench R23 single-core, scoring 2564 against the Core 7 240H's 1719. The Core 7 240H's largest win is 29% in Cinebench R15 multi-core, scoring 2360 against 1830.

Q: Why does the Core 7 240H have more cores but lose in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads on the i5-14401E. However, the i5-14401E has a 65 TDP versus 45 TDP, which allows for sustained higher clocks during the longer R23 rendering workload. The desktop chip's power delivery advantage appears to offset the core count deficit.

Q: Do these processors use the same architecture?

A: Yes, both are Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process node. They are both part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, but the Core 7 240H uses the Raptor Lake-H mobile codename while the i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake-R desktop codename.

Q: What are the socket differences?

A: The Core 7 240H uses Intel BGA 1744, a mobile soldered socket. The i5-14401E uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The desktop chip also provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 8 on the mobile part.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core 7 240H boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz. Both have a 2.50 GHz base clock.

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a nuanced picture. The Core 7 240H wins in two of the three multi-core tests and one single-core test, while the i5-14401E wins in one multi-core test and two single-core tests. The margins tell the story more clearly than the win count.

The i5-14401E's 33% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core is the most emphatic result in the entire comparison. This test is often used as a proxy for general responsiveness, application startup, and lightly threaded workloads. A 33% advantage here indicates that the desktop chip has a meaningful edge in tasks that rely on single-thread performance under sustained load.

The Core 7 240H's 29% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core shows its strength in shorter parallel bursts. The R15 test completes relatively quickly, allowing the mobile chip's 10 cores and higher boost clock to shine before thermal constraints kick in. Its 12.3% wins in R20 multi-core and single-core further confirm this pattern.

The R23 multi-core result is the outlier that complicates the narrative. The i5-14401E scores 18161 versus 15764, a 13.2% win despite having 4 fewer cores. This suggests that the desktop chip's 65 TDP envelope allows it to sustain clocks that the 45 TDP mobile chip cannot match over longer durations.

For users prioritizing short-duration multi-threaded tasks, the Core 7 240H delivers superior results in R15 and R20. For those needing sustained single-thread performance or long rendering sessions, the i5-14401E holds the advantage in R23. The percentile data reinforces this split: the Core 7 240H ranks in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the i5-14401E ranks in the 60th percentile, but those percentiles are based on different benchmark sets.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 240H | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 10 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 45 | 65 |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-H | Raptor Lake-R |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 215 mm² |

| ECC Memory | false | true |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 64EU | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-12-17 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $502 | Not recorded |

The two processors share the same base clock (2.50 GHz), architecture (Raptor Lake), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5, dual-channel), and production status (Active).

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 240H wins in Cinebench R15 multi-core by 29%, in R20 multi-core by 12.3%, and in R20 single-core by 12.3%. These tests represent shorter workloads where the mobile chip's 10-core configuration and 5.20 GHz boost clock can operate without sustained power limits becoming the bottleneck. The 24 MB L3 cache also provides a larger shared pool for parallel data access.

The i5-14401E wins in Cinebench R15 single-core by 3.5%, in R23 multi-core by 13.2%, and in R23 single-core by 33%. The R23 tests are longer and more demanding, and the desktop chip's 65 TDP allows it to sustain higher clocks. The single-core R23 result, in particular, shows a massive advantage that cannot be explained by core count alone. The desktop chip's 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes also make it suitable for systems with multiple high-bandwidth devices.

The use-case split follows the market segments. The Core 7 240H, with its mobile BGA 1744 socket and 45 TDP, is designed for laptops where power efficiency and compact packaging matter. Its 10 cores provide parallel throughput for short bursts of productivity work, and its Iris Xe Graphics 64EU offers more capable integrated graphics than the UHD Graphics 730 on the desktop part.

The i5-14401E, with its Socket 1700 and 65 TDP, targets desktop builds where cooling and power are less constrained. Its 6 cores deliver strong single-thread performance, especially in sustained workloads, and the 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide headroom for discrete GPUs and NVMe storage. The ECC memory support also makes it suitable for systems requiring error-correcting memory.

For workloads that match the R15 and R20 patterns, the Core 7 240H is the better performer. For workloads that match the R23 pattern, the i5-14401E is clearly superior, particularly in single-threaded tasks where its 33% lead represents a substantial real-world difference.