Intel Core 7 250H vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison
Intel Core 7 250H
Core i5-14401TE
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core 7 250H vs Intel Core i5-14401TE
FAQ
Q: How do the core and thread counts compare between the Intel Core 7 250H and the Intel Core i5-14401TE?
A: The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. This gives the Core 7 250H a substantial advantage in raw parallel processing capacity.
Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock speed?
A: The Intel Core 7 250H boosts up to 5.40 GHz, whereas the Intel Core i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Core 7 250H also has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz compared to 2.00 GHz on the i5-14401TE.
Q: Are both processors built on the same architecture?
A: Yes, both use the Raptor Lake architecture and are manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. However, the Core 7 250H uses the Raptor Lake-H codename while the i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake-R.
Q: What are the differences in cache sizes?
A: The Core 7 250H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core.
Q: Do these processors support ECC memory?
A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 7 250H does not. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration.
Q: What do the benchmark percentiles indicate about their overall standing?
A: The Core 7 250H ranks in the 85th percentile among all CPUs, while the i5-14401TE ranks in the 50th percentile. This places the Core 7 250H well above the midpoint of the database, while the i5-14401TE sits exactly at it.
Where Each One Wins
The Intel Core 7 250H is the clear performer in multi-threaded workloads. Its 14 cores and 20 threads, combined with higher clock speeds, make it the choice for content creation, rendering, compilation, and any workload that scales across many threads. The recorded data shows a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 16561, which positions it strongly in the upper portion of the database.
The Intel Core i5-14401TE, with 6 cores and 12 threads, targets a different use case. It is a desktop processor on Socket 1700 with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, compared to 8 lanes on the Core 7 250H. For systems that need more direct PCIe connectivity for expansion cards, storage controllers, or other peripherals, the i5-14401TE offers more lane headroom. It also supports ECC memory, which matters for workstation or server-style builds where data integrity is a priority.
The i5-14401TE also has a smaller die at 215 mm², which may indicate lower manufacturing complexity per unit area. Both processors share the same 45 W TDP, so thermal envelopes are identical, but the i5-14401TE has fewer active cores and threads, which could translate to lower sustained power draw in lightly threaded scenarios.
Architecture Differences
Both processors are built on the Raptor Lake architecture and use Intel's 10 nm process. The Core 7 250H uses the Raptor Lake-H codename, indicating a high-performance mobile variant, while the i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake-R, a desktop refresh variant. The Core 7 250H belongs to the Core 7 generation with a Raptor Lake Refresh label, and the i5-14401TE is part of the Core 14th Gen series with its own Raptor Lake Refresh label.
The core configurations differ significantly. The Core 7 250H packs 14 cores and 20 threads, which suggests a hybrid arrangement of performance and efficiency cores typical of this generation. The i5-14401TE uses 6 cores and 12 threads, a more modest configuration aimed at desktop value segments.
Cache hierarchy differs as well. The Core 7 250H provides 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14401TE provides 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 on the Core 7 250H can reduce latency for frequently accessed data.
The integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 250H uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, which is a more capable iGPU for media and light graphics work. The i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, a more basic integrated solution.
The Core 7 250H is a mobile part on Intel BGA 1744, while the i5-14401TE is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700. This platform difference dictates the entire system design around each chip.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ across several key specifications. The Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 2.50 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and boost clocks are 5.40 GHz versus 4.50 GHz, both favoring the Core 7 250H.
Both run at a 45 W TDP. The Core 7 250H uses Intel BGA 1744, while the i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core 7 250H has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14401TE has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Both share 80 KB of L1 cache per core.
PCIe connectivity differs: the Core 7 250H provides 8 CPU PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the i5-14401TE provides 16 CPU PCIe Gen 5 lanes. ECC memory support is present only on the i5-14401TE. Integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics 96EU on the Core 7 250H versus UHD Graphics 730 on the i5-14401TE.
The die size is listed only for the i5-14401TE at 215 mm². The Core 7 250H has a launch MSRP of $502, while the i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded in the database. The Core 7 250H was released on 2024-12-17, and the i5-14401TE was released on 2024-06-30. Both are active production parts with locked multipliers.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The head-to-head benchmark table contains no direct comparison entries, so the analysis must rely on the individual benchmark scores recorded for the Core 7 250H and the percentile data for both processors.
The Core 7 250H delivers strong multi-threaded results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 16561, and its single-core score is 1931. In Cinebench R20, it scores 9697 multicore and 1368 single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 3147 multicore and 298 single-core. These numbers place it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs.
PassMark results for the Core 7 250H reinforce its multi-threaded strength. It scores 27030 in multithread tests and 4148 in single-thread tests. Integer math scores 99100, floating point math scores 65094, and extended instructions score 17318. Data compression reaches 303269, data encryption scores 18206, and random string sorting scores 34136. Physics tests score 1824, and find prime numbers scores 106.
The i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its percentile ranking of 50 indicates it sits at the median of all CPUs, but without direct scores, the comparison against the Core 7 250H is defined by the specification gap and the percentile gap.
The nearest rivals for the Core 7 250H provide context. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 averages 35719, essentially tied at a 0 percent delta. The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H averages 35670, which is 0.2 percent behind. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 averages 35802, 0.2 percent ahead. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X averages 35909, 0.5 percent ahead. The Core 7 250H's average benchmark score is 35728, placing it in the same performance band as these established processors.
The Verdict
The data points clearly in one direction for raw performance. The Intel Core 7 250H has more than double the core count, nearly double the thread count, higher base and boost clocks, larger L2 and L3 caches, and a significantly stronger integrated GPU. Its 85th percentile ranking versus the i5-14401TE's 50th percentile is a decisive gap. Anyone needing multi-threaded compute should choose the Core 7 250H.
The Intel Core i5-14401TE has its own reasons to exist. It is a desktop Socket 1700 part with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, double the lane count of the Core 7 250H. It supports ECC memory, which the Core 7 250H does not. For a system that needs maximum PCIe expansion, ECC data integrity, or a desktop platform with a smaller core footprint, the i5-14401TE is the appropriate pick.
The Core 7 250H is a mobile processor on BGA 1744, so it belongs in laptops or compact mobile systems. The i5-14401TE belongs in desktop builds on Socket 1700. Platform choice may be the deciding factor for many users. The Core 7 250H also carries a launch MSRP of $502, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i5-14401TE.
For compute-heavy tasks, the Core 7 250H is the only rational choice from the recorded data. For desktop builds that prioritize PCIe lane count and ECC support, the i5-14401TE delivers those specific features. Both processors share the same 45 W TDP and the same 10 nm process. The Core 7 250H is the stronger all-around performer by a wide margin.