Intel Core 7 240H vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison
Intel Core 7 240H
Core i9-14901TE
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Analysis: Intel Core 7 240H vs Intel Core i9-14901TE
FAQ
Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?
A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE reaches a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core 7 240H boosts up to 5.20 GHz.
Q: How do the core counts differ between the two processors?
A: The Intel Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads, whereas the Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.
Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?
A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus.
Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?
A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 24 MB on the Intel Core 7 240H.
Q: What are the socket requirements for each processor?
A: The Intel Core 7 240H uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses the Intel Socket 1700.
Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?
A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 7 240H does not.
Architecture Differences
The Intel Core 7 240H and the Intel Core i9-14901TE are both built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry. Despite this shared foundation, the two chips are configured for distinctly different market segments: the 240H is a mobile processor, while the 14901TE is a desktop part.
The core configurations diverge noticeably. The 240H packs 10 cores and 16 threads, while the 14901TE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. Both processors assign 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache, however, favors the desktop chip: the 14901TE carries 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 240H has 24 MB.
Clock behavior also differs. The 240H has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The 14901TE starts lower at 2.30 GHz but boosts higher at 5.50 GHz. The two chips share a 45 W TDP, which is notable given the different form factors.
The integrated graphics solutions differ as well. The 240H uses Iris Xe Graphics with 64 execution units, while the 14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770. PCIe support is another point of separation: the 240H provides 8 CPU-attached Gen 5 lanes, while the 14901TE offers 16 CPU-attached Gen 5 lanes. The 14901TE also includes ECC memory support, a feature absent from the 240H.
The die size for the 14901TE is recorded at 257 mm², while no die size is listed for the 240H. The 14901TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the Raptor Lake-R codename, whereas the 240H is part of the Core 7 lineup with the Raptor Lake-H codename. Both are classified as Raptor Lake Refresh generation parts. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the Intel Core 7 240H and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The 14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores at all, with an empty benchmark array and an average benchmark score of zero. The 240H, by contrast, has a full set of recorded measurements across Cinebench and PassMark tests.
The 240H's Cinebench results include a multi-core score of 2360 in Cinebench R15, 8562 in R20, and 15764 in R23. Its single-core results are 249 in R15, 1208 in R20, and 1719 in R23. On PassMark, the 240H records 3782 for single-thread performance, 23975 for multithread, 80396 for integer math, 58905 for floating point math, 271774 for data compression, 15155 for data encryption, 16897 for extended instructions, 28866 for random string sorting, and 1723 for physics. The find prime numbers test yields a score of 102.
Since the 14901TE lacks any benchmark records, the database cannot establish a comparative performance delta between the two processors. The percentile placement reflects this gap: the 240H sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, while the 14901TE sits at the 50th percentile with no score contribution. The 240H also holds an average benchmark score of 31483, while the 14901TE's average is zero.
Without recorded measurements for the 14901TE, any direct comparison of multi-core or single-core strength must rely on the architectural specifications. The 14901TE's higher boost clock and larger L3 cache suggest potential advantages in certain workloads, but the database lacks the empirical scores to confirm this. The 240H's recorded data provides a complete performance profile, but there is no equal dataset for the 14901TE to enable a fair head-to-head analysis.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ across several specification fields. The Intel Core 7 240H has 10 cores, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores. Both have 16 threads. The base clock is 2.50 GHz on the 240H and 2.30 GHz on the 14901TE. The boost clock is 5.20 GHz on the 240H and 5.50 GHz on the 14901TE.
The socket is a fundamental difference: the 240H uses Intel BGA 1744, and the 14901TE uses Intel Socket 1700. The market segment reflects this: the 240H is a mobile part, and the 14901TE is a desktop part. The codenames differ as well, with Raptor Lake-H for the 240H and Raptor Lake-R for the 14901TE.
Cache configuration differs in L3 capacity only: 24 MB shared on the 240H versus 36 MB shared on the 14901TE. L1 and L2 caches are identical at 80 KB per core and 2 MB per core, respectively. The 14901TE has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while no die size is listed for the 240H.
ECC memory support is present on the 14901TE but absent on the 240H. PCIe lane counts differ: 8 CPU-attached Gen 5 lanes for the 240H versus 16 CPU-attached Gen 5 lanes for the 14901TE. The integrated graphics differ, with Iris Xe Graphics 64EU on the 240H and UHD Graphics 770 on the 14901TE.
The release dates differ, with the 240H released on 2024-12-17 and the 14901TE on 2024-06-30. The 240H has a launch MSRP of $502, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the 14901TE. The part numbers also differ: SRQ6TQ5ML for the 240H and Q49CSRNJJ for the 14901TE.
The Verdict
The recorded data presents an unusual comparison because the Intel Core i9-14901TE has no benchmark scores in the database. The Intel Core 7 240H, by contrast, is fully characterized with a complete benchmark suite and an average score of 31483, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The 14901TE sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of zero, but this placement reflects the absence of data rather than measured performance.
For workloads that depend on the recorded metrics, the 240H is the only processor with empirical evidence of performance. Its 10-core, 16-thread configuration, combined with a 5.20 GHz boost clock and 24 MB of L3 cache, supports the measured scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests. The 14901TE offers a higher 5.50 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, and ECC memory support, but none of these specifications are validated by benchmark results in the database.
The mobile versus desktop distinction matters for system integration. The 240H requires the BGA 1744 socket, which is a mobile platform, while the 14901TE uses Socket 1700 for desktop builds. The 14901TE also provides twice the CPU-attached PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which may be relevant for expansion capability in desktop systems.
Given the data, the 240H is the processor with a verified performance profile. The 14901TE should be considered on the strength of its specifications alone, since no measurements exist to confirm its behavior in the tested workloads.
Where Each One Wins
The Intel Core 7 240H wins in every category where recorded measurements exist. Its benchmark scores span Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multi-core tests, plus a broad set of PassMark workloads including integer math, floating point math, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, physics, and prime number finding. The 240H also holds the higher core count at 10 cores versus 8, and the higher base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 2.30 GHz.
The Intel Core i9-14901TE wins on the specification fields where it holds an advantage. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock exceeds the 240H's 5.20 GHz. Its 36 MB L3 cache is 50% larger than the 240H's 24 MB. It offers ECC memory support, which the 240H lacks. It provides 16 CPU-attached PCIe Gen 5 lanes, double the 240H's 8 lanes. It uses the desktop Socket 1700, which suits stationary builds, while the 240H is bound to the mobile BGA 1744 socket.
For users prioritizing measured performance data, the 240H is the only chip with results on record. For users prioritizing raw specifications such as boost clock, cache capacity, ECC support, and PCIe lane availability, the 14901TE presents the stronger case on paper, though the database contains no scores to verify its real-world behavior.