Intel Core 7 240H vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the Intel Core 7 240H and the Intel Core i9-14901KE. The database contains a full benchmark suite for the Core 7 240H, while the Core i9-14901KE has no benchmark entries at all. This absence of comparative scores is itself a significant finding.

The Core 7 240H delivers substantial benchmark results across multiple test suites. In Cinebench R23, it scores 15764 points in multi-core and 1719 points in single-core. The Cinebench R20 results show 8562 multi-core and 1208 single-core. Cinebench R15 produces 2360 multi-core and 249 single-core scores. These figures place the Core 7 240H at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

PassMark tests further characterize the Core 7 240H. The multi-thread score is 23975, while single-thread performance records 3782. Integer math reaches 80396, floating point math reaches 58905, and extended instructions score 16897. Data compression hits 271774, data encryption reaches 15155, and random string sorting scores 28866. Physics tests record 1723, and prime number finding scores 102.

The Core 7 240H holds an average benchmark score of 31483. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 with an average score of 31473, the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX at 31495, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H at 31508, and the Intel Core i5-13500 at 31510. The delta percentages between the Core 7 240H and these rivals are essentially negligible, ranging from 0 to -0.1 percent. This clustering indicates the Core 7 240H sits squarely within a tight performance band occupied by several competing processors.

The Core i9-14901KE, by contrast, shows no benchmark data in the database. Its percentile ranking sits at 50, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0. Without recorded test results, the database cannot establish any performance advantage for either processor in direct comparison. The wins counter shows zero for both items.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture and the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. Both are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. The foundational design philosophy remains consistent between them, but the implementation details diverge considerably.

The Core 7 240H uses 10 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i9-14901KE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. This means the Core 7 240H has two additional physical cores, but both processors expose the same number of threads. The Core 7 240H achieves its 16 threads through a combination of performance and efficiency cores, with the core count suggesting a hybrid layout. The Core i9-14901KE reaches 16 threads with fewer cores, implying a different core configuration where each core handles two threads.

Clock speeds differ markedly. The Core 7 240H has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core i9-14901KE operates at a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boosts to 5.80 GHz. The Core i9-14901KE starts from a higher base frequency and extends to a higher peak frequency. The Core 7 240H compensates with additional cores, creating a tradeoff between core count and clock speed.

Cache hierarchies show similar per-core allocations but different shared pools. Both processors feature 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache diverges: the Core 7 240H has 24 MB shared, while the Core i9-14901KE has 36 MB shared. The Core i9-14901KE offers 12 MB more shared L3 cache, which can benefit workloads with larger working sets that fit within the cache.

Memory support remains identical in type: both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over dual-channel buses. Neither processor lists a memory bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory support differs, however. The Core i9-14901KE supports ECC memory, while the Core 7 240H does not. This positions the Core i9-14901KE for applications where error-correcting memory is required.

PCIe capabilities differ substantially. The Core 7 240H provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Core i9-14901KE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Core i9-14901KE doubles the available PCIe lanes, which matters for systems with multiple high-bandwidth devices.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 7 240H includes Iris Xe Graphics with 64 execution units. The Core i9-14901KE includes UHD Graphics 770. These are different graphics solutions targeting different use cases.

The physical package differs completely. The Core 7 240H uses Intel BGA 1744, a ball-grid array socket typically found in mobile platforms. The Core i9-14901KE uses Intel Socket 1700, a land-grid array socket for desktop platforms. The Core i9-14901KE records a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 7 240H does not list a die size.

Thermal design power differs significantly. The Core 7 240H has a TDP of 45 watts. The Core i9-14901KE has a TDP of 125 watts. The Core i9-14901KE dissipates nearly three times the thermal envelope of the Core 7 240H, reflecting its higher clock speeds and desktop orientation.

The Core 7 240H is unlocked? No, its multiplier is locked. The Core i9-14901KE has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking. The Core i9-14901KE also carries the "KE" suffix, indicating an engineered sample or special edition variant.

Release dates differ by several months. The Core i9-14901KE released on 2024-06-30. The Core 7 240H released on 2024-12-17. Both remain in active production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H has 10 cores, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE has 8 cores. Both support 16 threads.

Q: What is the maximum boost clock for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H boosts to 5.20 GHz. The Intel Core i9-14901KE boosts to 5.80 GHz.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 240H uses Intel BGA 1744, a mobile socket. The Intel Core i9-14901KE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 240H does not.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i9-14901KE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H has a TDP of 45 watts. The Intel Core i9-14901KE has a TDP of 125 watts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 240H | Intel Core i9-14901KE |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 125 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

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

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 64EU | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

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

| Launch MSRP | $502 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | SRQ6TQ5ML | Q49DSRNJC |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 240H wins on core count. Its 10 cores exceed the 8 cores of the Intel Core i9-14901KE. Multi-threaded workloads that scale with physical core count may benefit from the additional cores, provided the thermal and power constraints can sustain them.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on clock speed. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.80 GHz both exceed the Core 7 240H's 2.50 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. Single-threaded performance and lightly threaded workloads that respond to frequency will favor the Core i9-14901KE.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on cache capacity. Its 36 MB of shared L3 cache provides 12 MB more than the Core 7 240H. Workloads with large, frequently accessed data sets can exploit the additional cache to reduce memory latency.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on PCIe bandwidth. Its 16 lanes of PCIe Gen 5 double the 8 lanes available on the Core 7 240H. Systems requiring multiple high-speed expansion devices will have more headroom.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on ECC support. Its ECC memory capability suits environments where data integrity is critical. The Core 7 240H lacks this feature.

The Intel Core 7 240H wins on power efficiency. Its 45 watt TDP stands well below the 125 watt TDP of the Core i9-14901KE. Mobile platforms and compact systems with limited cooling capacity can accommodate the Core 7 240H more readily.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on overclocking. Its unlocked multiplier allows manual frequency adjustment. The Core 7 240H has a locked multiplier, preventing such tuning.

The Intel Core 7 240H has a recorded launch MSRP of $502. The Core i9-14901KE has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The data indicates two distinctly different processors despite their shared architectural lineage. The Intel Core 7 240H targets mobile computing with a 45 watt TDP, a BGA socket, and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz across 10 cores. The Intel Core i9-14901KE targets desktop computing with a 125 watt TDP, Socket 1700, and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz across 8 cores.

The benchmark data only covers the Core 7 240H. It performs at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 31483. Its nearest competitors cluster within 0.1 percent of its average score, indicating intense competition at this performance tier. The Core i9-14901KE has no benchmark results recorded, so its performance relative to the Core 7 240H cannot be quantified from the database.

For workloads that favor core count, the Core 7 240H presents a 2-core advantage. For workloads that favor frequency, the Core i9-14901KE presents a 0.60 GHz boost advantage. For workloads that favor cache capacity, the Core i9-14901KE presents a 12 MB L3 advantage. For systems requiring ECC memory, the Core i9-14901KE is the only option. For systems requiring mobile form factors, the Core 7 240H is the only option.

The physical constraints of each platform may decide the choice regardless of raw specifications. The Core 7 240H fits BGA 1744 mobile boards. The Core i9-14901KE fits Socket 1700 desktop boards. These sockets are not interchangeable.

The Core i9-14901KE offers overclocking capability and a higher thermal envelope, suggesting headroom for sustained high-frequency operation. The Core 7 240H offers more cores and dramatically lower power consumption, suggesting efficiency-focused operation.

Users selecting between these processors must first determine the platform. Mobile systems require the Core 7 240H. Desktop systems can use the Core i9-14901KE. Within those constraints, the Core i9-14901KE provides higher clocks, more cache, more PCIe lanes, ECC support, and overclocking. The Core 7 240H provides more cores, lower power draw, and a recorded launch MSRP of $502.

The database supports a clear functional split: the Core 7 240H for mobile efficiency with 10 cores, the Core i9-14901KE for desktop performance with higher clocks and expansion capability. Without benchmark data for the Core i9-14901KE, any direct performance comparison remains unquantified.