Intel Core 7 251E vs Intel Core i7-14700F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a complete benchmark suite for the Intel Core i7-14700F, while the Intel Core 7 251E has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the comparison: the Core i7-14700F can be positioned against its nearest rivals, but the Core 7 251E must be assessed through its specification sheet alone. The Core i7-14700F posts an average benchmark score of 53620, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its closest competitor, the Intel Xeon 6505P, scores 53701, a margin of 0.2 percent. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 trails by 0.3 percent with a score of 53469, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X sits 0.6 percent behind at 53288. The AMD EPYC 7313P rounds out the rival group at 53206, a 0.8 percent gap.

Looking at the Cinebench results, the Core i7-14700F delivers a multi-core score of 35122 in Cinebench R23. That figure stands roughly 31 percent above the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which has an average score of 53288, but this comparison is indirect since the rival figures represent overall averages rather than the same test. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score reaches 14751, while the single-core result is 2082. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 3540 and a single-core score of 499. These scores indicate a processor that scales strongly across the full Cinebench range, with the multi-core figures consistently outpacing single-core results by a wide margin.

Geekbench results continue the pattern. The multi-core score is 19620, while the single-core score is 2429. The multi-core figure is roughly eight times the single-core figure, which reflects the thread-heavy design of the chip. PassMark results cover a broader set of workloads. The multithread score is 41317, and the single-thread score is 4257. Integer math posts 155808, while floating point math reaches 107005. Extended instructions score 28564, data encryption scores 30144, and data compression reaches 505885. Random string sorting scores 55918, physics scores 2455, and the find prime numbers test scores 176.

The data shows a processor that excels in parallel workloads. The multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 35122 is particularly strong, and the PassMark multithread score of 41317 confirms this tendency. The single-thread scores are respectable but not exceptional, with the Cinebench R23 single-core result at 4958 and Geekbench single-core at 2429. The ratio between multi-core and single-core performance in Cinebench R23 is roughly seven to one, indicating that the processor derives most of its strength from its thread count.

The Core 7 251E has no benchmark entries in the database. The wins count stands at zero for both processors in the head-to-head comparison field, which is empty. This means any direct performance comparison between the two chips cannot rely on measured results. The analysis must instead consider the specification differences and what they imply.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14700F is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark data. Its 91st percentile ranking places it among the top ten percent of all CPUs in the database. The average benchmark score of 53620 is competitive with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which trails by 0.6 percent, and the AMD EPYC 7313P, which trails by 0.8 percent. The Core i7-14700F also edges out the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 by 0.3 percent, though it sits 0.2 percent behind the Intel Xeon 6505P.

The Core 7 251E has no benchmark scores, no average score, and a 50th percentile ranking. That percentile figure is the default value for processors without measured data, so it does not indicate actual performance. The Core 7 251E does have a higher core count at 24 cores versus 20, and a higher boost clock at 5.60 GHz versus 5.40 GHz. It also has more L3 cache at 36 MB shared versus 33 MB shared. These specifications suggest the Core 7 251E could match or exceed the Core i7-14700F in multi-threaded workloads, but the database contains no measurements to confirm this.

For workloads that depend on measured performance, the Core i7-14700F is the safer choice. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and PassMark multithread score of 41317 are documented, and its 91st percentile ranking provides context. The Core 7 251E offers more cores, more threads, and a higher boost clock, but without benchmark data, its actual performance remains unverified. The launch MSRP for the Core i7-14700F is $359, while the Core 7 251E carries a launch MSRP of $384.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher core count?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E has 24 cores, while the Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53620. The Intel Core 7 251E has an average benchmark score of 0, and it has no recorded benchmark entries in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700F compare to the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53620, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X has an average score of 53288. The Core i7-14700F leads by 0.6 percent.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 7 251E and the Intel Core i7-14700F support ECC memory.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, while the Intel Core i7-14700F has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i7-14700F has 33 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 7 251E and the Intel Core i7-14700F differ in several key specifications. The Core 7 251E has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads. The boost clock differs as well, with the Core 7 251E reaching 5.60 GHz and the Core i7-14700F reaching 5.40 GHz. The base clock is identical at 2.10 GHz for both processors.

The L3 cache differs, with the Core 7 251E offering 36 MB shared and the Core i7-14700F offering 33 MB shared. Both have the same L1 cache at 80 KB per core and the same L2 cache at 2 MB per core. The memory bandwidth specs differ: the Core 7 251E lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i7-14700F has no recorded memory bandwidth value. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus.

The integrated graphics also differ. The Core 7 251E includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A. Both use the same Intel Socket 1700, the same 10 nm process node, the same 257 mm² die size, and the same PCIe configuration of Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the CPU. Both processors have a TDP of 65 watts, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ, with the Core 7 251E released on 2025-01-12 and the Core i7-14700F released on 2024-01-07. The launch MSRP differs as well, with the Core 7 251E at $384 and the Core i7-14700F at $359. The part numbers also differ: SRQDUQ657 for the Core 7 251E and SRN3Z for the Core i7-14700F.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architecture families. The Intel Core 7 251E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is part of the Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Core i7-14700F uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation, with its architecture listed as Raptor Lake. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, and both have a die size of 257 mm².

The core and thread counts reflect the architectural differences. The Core 7 251E provides 24 cores and 32 threads, a configuration that suggests a hybrid layout with more physical cores. The Core i7-14700F provides 20 cores and 28 threads. The additional 4 cores and 4 threads in the Core 7 251E could translate to better multi-threaded performance, though the database lacks benchmark data to confirm this.

The cache hierarchy is similar in structure but differs in the final level. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache is 36 MB shared on the Core 7 251E and 33 MB shared on the Core i7-14700F. The 3 MB difference in L3 cache favors the Core 7 251E, which could benefit workloads that rely on large shared cache pools.

The integrated graphics situation marks another architectural divergence. The Core 7 251E includes UHD Graphics 770, which provides a display output capability without a discrete GPU. The Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics, so it requires a separate graphics card for display output. This difference matters for system builders who want a fallback display option or who plan to use the processor without a discrete GPU.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, dual-channel memory buses, and ECC memory. The Core 7 251E lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i7-14700F has no recorded bandwidth figure. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the CPU. The market segment for both is desktop, and both are listed as active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700F wins in any scenario where measured performance data is required. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35122 and single-core score of 4958 provide concrete evidence of its capabilities. The PassMark multithread score of 41317 and single-thread score of 4257 reinforce this picture. The 91st percentile ranking means it outperforms the vast majority of CPUs in the database, and its average score of 53620 places it within 0.2 percent of the top rival, the Intel Xeon 6505P.

The Core i7-14700F also wins on price, with a launch MSRP of $359 compared to $384 for the Core 7 251E. It holds an edge in integrated graphics availability, or rather the lack thereof: the absence of integrated graphics may be preferable for users who always pair the CPU with a discrete GPU, since it avoids any potential driver overhead. The Core i7-14700F also has a longer track record, with a release date of 2024-01-07 versus the Core 7 251E's release date of 2025-01-12.

The Intel Core 7 251E wins on raw specifications. It has 24 cores and 32 threads, compared to 20 cores and 28 threads on the Core i7-14700F. The boost clock is higher at 5.60 GHz versus 5.40 GHz. The L3 cache is larger at 36 MB shared versus 33 MB shared. The memory bandwidth is specified at 89.6 GB/s, a figure absent for the Core i7-14700F. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a display output option that the Core i7-14700F lacks entirely.

For users who prioritize parallel workloads such as rendering, compilation, or scientific computation, the Core 7 251E's higher core count and larger cache could prove advantageous. The 24-core configuration with 32 threads offers more parallel execution resources than the 20-core, 28-thread Core i7-14700F. The 3 MB additional L3 cache may reduce memory latency in cache-sensitive workloads. The higher boost clock of 5.60 GHz could also help single-threaded tasks, though the Core i7-14700F's recorded single-core scores already show solid performance.

For users who need verified performance data, the Core i7-14700F is the clear choice. The database contains 19 benchmark entries for this processor, covering Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark suites. The 91st percentile ranking provides a clear performance position. The Core 7 251E has no such data, leaving its performance claims unsubstantiated by measurements. The choice ultimately depends on whether specification-based expectations or measured results carry more weight.