Intel Core 7 250H vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear split between the Intel Core 7 250H and the Intel Core 7 251TE. Across the 17 head-to-head comparisons in the database, the 251TE claims 13 wins, while the 250H secures 4. The most decisive result favors the 251TE in Cinebench R23 multicore, where it scores 25518 against 16561, a 35.1% advantage. That margin is substantial and indicates the 251TE handles heavily threaded rendering workloads with far more headroom.

Single-core Cinebench tests also favor the 251TE, but the magnitude varies by test version. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the 251TE leads by 46.4% with 3602 versus 1931. The R20 single-core result shows a 9.5% lead for the 251TE (1512 versus 1368), and the R15 single-core test shows a 17.7% lead (362 versus 298). The consistency across all three Cinebench single-core runs is notable, though the R23 gap is disproportionately large compared to the others.

The 250H has its own strongholds. PassMark single-thread scoring favors the 250H by 16.3%, with 4148 against 3568. This is a reversal of the Cinebench single-core pattern, suggesting the 250H's higher base clock of 2.50 GHz plays a role in certain single-threaded workloads, even though both processors boost to 5.40 GHz. The 250H also wins PassMark extended instructions by 2% (17318 versus 16974) and Cinebench R15 multicore by 22.4% (3147 versus 2572). That R15 multicore win is an outlier relative to the other multicore results, where the 251TE dominates.

In Cinebench R20 multicore, the 251TE leads by 9.5% (10717 versus 9697). PassMark multithread shows a 10% advantage for the 251TE (30022 versus 27030). PassMark physics gives the 251TE a 5.9% edge (1938 versus 1824). The 251TE's wins extend to math and cryptography workloads: floating point math shows a 24% lead (85607 versus 65094), integer math a 21.2% lead (125739 versus 99100), and data encryption a 17.9% lead (22176 versus 18206). Data compression favors the 251TE by 9.3% (334399 versus 303269), and random string sorting by 13.9% (39643 versus 34136). Prime number finding goes to the 251TE by 24.3% (140 versus 106).

The overall average benchmark score reflects this pattern. The 251TE averages 41650 across the database, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. The 250H averages 35728, sitting in the 85th percentile. The 251TE's nearest rivals by average score include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H (41621, 0.1% behind), the Intel Core i7-14650HX (41576, 0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i7-12850HX (41779, 0.3% ahead). The 250H's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 (35719, effectively tied), the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (35670, 0.2% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 (35802, 0.2% ahead). These groupings show each processor sits in a distinct performance tier within the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has a higher average benchmark score of 41650, compared to 35728 for the Intel Core 7 250H. The 251TE also holds a higher percentile ranking at 88th versus 85th.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 250H win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes. The 250H wins PassMark single-thread by 16.3% (4148 versus 3568), PassMark extended instructions by 2% (17318 versus 16974), and Cinebench R15 multicore by 22.4% (3147 versus 2572). These are the only head-to-head wins recorded for the 250H.

Q: How large is the 251TE's lead in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The 251TE scores 25518 in Cinebench R23 multicore, which is 35.1% higher than the 250H's 16561. This is the largest delta recorded in any head-to-head benchmark between the two.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses. The 251TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the 250H has no bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The 250H uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while the 251TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core 7 250H uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename, and belongs to the Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) generation. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, but that is where the manufacturing similarity ends.

Core counts differ sharply. The 251TE packs 24 cores and 32 threads, while the 250H offers 14 cores and 20 threads. This core advantage explains much of the 251TE's multicore performance lead in Cinebench R23 and PassMark multithread tests. Cache hierarchies also differ. The 250H has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The 251TE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The larger shared L3 on the 251TE likely contributes to its wins in data compression and random string sorting, where larger working sets can stay resident in cache.

The 251TE also carries a larger die at 215 mm², though no die size is recorded for the 250H. PCIe connectivity differs as well. The 250H exposes Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the 251TE exposes Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The 251TE's doubling of PCIe lanes makes it more suited to configurations needing additional bandwidth for expansion devices.

Memory bandwidth is another differentiator. The 251TE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the 250H has no bandwidth figure in the database. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel buses, but the 251TE also supports ECC memory; the 250H does not. The 251TE's ECC support positions it for reliability-sensitive workloads. Integrated graphics differ: the 250H uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while the 251TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The socket also differs, with the 250H on Intel BGA 1744 and the 251TE on Intel Socket 1700.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across multiple specification fields. Core and thread counts are the most obvious: 14 cores and 20 threads for the 250H versus 24 cores and 32 threads for the 251TE. Base clocks diverge significantly, with the 250H at 2.50 GHz and the 251TE at 1.40 GHz. Both share a 5.40 GHz boost clock. TDP is identical at 45 for both.

The socket is different, as noted: Intel BGA 1744 for the 250H versus Intel Socket 1700 for the 251TE. The codename differs (Raptor Lake-H versus Bartlett Lake), as does the generation label (Raptor Lake Refresh versus Bartlett Lake). L2 cache per core differs (2 MB versus 1.25 MB), and shared L3 differs (24 MB versus 36 MB). The 251TE records a die size of 215 mm²; the 250H has none listed. Memory bandwidth is listed only for the 251TE at 89.6 GB/s. ECC support is present on the 251TE but absent on the 250H. PCIe lanes differ (8 versus 16, both Gen 5 CPU only). Integrated graphics differ (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU versus UHD Graphics 770). Market segment differs: the 250H targets Mobile, while the 251TE targets Desktop. Release dates differ, with the 250H released on 2024-12-17 and the 251TE on 2025-01-12. Launch MSRP differs: the 250H lists at $502, and the 251TE at $384. Both have locked multipliers and active production status.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE wins the majority of workloads. Its 24 cores and 32 threads give it a clear edge in multithreaded rendering, as shown by Cinebench R23 multicore (25518 versus 16561) and Cinebench R20 multicore (10717 versus 9697). PassMark multithread also favors it (30022 versus 27030). The 251TE dominates math-heavy tasks: floating point math (85607 versus 65094), integer math (125739 versus 99100), and prime number finding (140 versus 106). Cryptography and compression workloads also side with the 251TE, including data encryption (22176 versus 18206), data compression (334399 versus 303269), and random string sorting (39643 versus 34136). Physics simulation shows a modest 5.9% lead for the 251TE (1938 versus 1824). The 251TE also wins all three Cinebench single-core tests, with leads ranging from 9.5% to 46.4%.

The Intel Core 7 250H wins a narrower set of tasks. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4148 beats the 251TE's 3568 by 16.3%, indicating faster execution in certain single-threaded, latency-sensitive workloads. It also edges out the 251TE in PassMark extended instructions (17318 versus 16974, a 2% lead). The 250H's Cinebench R15 multicore win (3147 versus 2572, a 22.4% lead) is an anomaly given its multicore losses in R20 and R23, but it suggests the workload characteristics of R15 favor the 250H's configuration. The 250H's higher base clock of 2.50 GHz likely underpins its PassMark single-thread win, while the 251TE's lower base clock of 1.40 GHz does not prevent it from matching the 250H's boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

The Verdict

The data points to the Intel Core 7 251TE as the stronger overall performer. Its average benchmark score of 41650 sits 16.6% above the 250H's 35728, and it holds a higher percentile rank (88th versus 85th). The 251TE wins 13 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, including all three Cinebench single-core tests and the most demanding multicore tests. Users running rendering, data compression, encryption, or math-intensive workloads would find the 251TE's 24 cores, 32 threads, and 36 MB of L3 cache better suited to those tasks. Its ECC memory support and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes add capability for workstation-style configurations.

The Intel Core 7 250H remains relevant for a narrower set of tasks. Its PassMark single-thread advantage (16.3%) and extended instructions win (2%) indicate strength in certain single-threaded and instruction-specific workloads. Its Cinebench R15 multicore win (22.4%) shows it can outperform the 251TE in that specific legacy benchmark. The 250H's mobile market segment and BGA 1744 socket target laptops, while the 251TE's desktop segment and Socket 1700 target stationary builds. The choice between them depends on whether the workload leans toward the 251TE's broad multicore dominance or the 250H's specific single-thread and legacy benchmark wins. For most recorded workloads, the 251TE delivers higher scores.