Intel Core 7 253PQE vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 253PQE and the Intel Core i5-110 occupy entirely different strata of the desktop processor market. The Core 7 253PQE is positioned as a high-performance part, while the Core i5-110 is a mainstream offering. The recorded database data shows the Core 7 253PQE holds a decisive advantage across every measurable dimension, including core count, clock speed, cache capacity, memory bandwidth, and benchmark scores. The Core i5-110, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, targets basic desktop workloads, whereas the Core 7 253PQE, with 10 cores and 20 threads, is built for demanding multithreaded applications.

The Core 7 253PQE also carries a significantly higher launch MSRP of $409, while the Core i5-110 has a launch MSRP of $200. The performance gap, however, is not proportional to the price difference; the Core 7 253PQE delivers more than double the multithreaded performance in several tests. The Core i5-110 is a capable processor for everyday tasks, but the data indicates it is outclassed in every benchmark category where the Core 7 253PQE has recorded results. For users seeking maximum throughput in rendering, compression, or encryption tasks, the Core 7 253PQE is the clear choice. The Core i5-110 is suited for systems where lower power consumption and a smaller footprint are priorities.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures and manufacturing processes. The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) generation. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Intel Core i5-110 uses the Comet Lake architecture and codename, belonging to the Core i5 (Comet Lake) generation. It is fabricated on a 14 nm process node, also at Intel.

These architectural differences manifest in several key areas. The Core 7 253PQE features 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Core i5-110 features 6 cores and 12 threads. The Core 7 253PQE has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Core i5-110 has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The cache hierarchy also differs substantially. The Core 7 253PQE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-110 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and only 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support is another major differentiator. The Core 7 253PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, with dual-channel architecture and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory. The Core i5-110 only supports DDR4 memory, also dual-channel, but with a significantly lower memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. It does not support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The Core 7 253PQE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i5-110 uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the Core 7 253PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core i5-110 includes UHD Graphics 630.

The socket types are incompatible. The Core 7 253PQE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200. The Core 7 253PQE has a TDP of 125 watts, while the Core i5-110 has a TDP of 65 watts. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they are not unlocked for overclocking.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE boosts up to 5.70 GHz. The Intel Core i5-110 boosts up to 4.30 GHz. This represents a 1.40 GHz advantage for the Core 7 253PQE.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 253PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-110 supports only DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s.

Q: Are the sockets the same?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses Intel Socket 1700. The Intel Core i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has an average benchmark score of 55919, which places it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-110 has no recorded benchmark scores and sits in the 50th percentile.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-110 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10, Intel Core i5-110 has 6.
• Threads: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 20, Intel Core i5-110 has 12.
• Base Clock: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 3.50 GHz, Intel Core i5-110 has 2.90 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 5.70 GHz, Intel Core i5-110 has 4.30 GHz.
• TDP: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 125 watts, Intel Core i5-110 has 65 watts.
• Socket: Intel Core 7 253PQE uses Intel Socket 1700, Intel Core i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200.
• Codename: Intel Core 7 253PQE uses Bartlett Lake, Intel Core i5-110 uses Comet Lake.
• Generation: Intel Core 7 253PQE is Core 7 (Bartlett Lake), Intel Core i5-110 is Core i5 (Comet Lake).
• Process Node: Intel Core 7 253PQE uses 10 nm, Intel Core i5-110 uses 14 nm.
• L1 Cache: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 80 KB per core, Intel Core i5-110 has 64 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 2 MB per core, Intel Core i5-110 has 256 KB per core.
• L3 Cache: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 33 MB shared, Intel Core i5-110 has 12 MB shared.
• Memory Support: Intel Core 7 253PQE supports DDR4 and DDR5, Intel Core i5-110 supports DDR4 only.
• Memory Bandwidth: Intel Core 7 253PQE has 89.6 GB/s, Intel Core i5-110 has 42.7 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: Intel Core 7 253PQE supports it, Intel Core i5-110 does not.
• PCIe Version: Intel Core 7 253PQE uses Gen 5, Intel Core i5-110 uses Gen 3.
• Integrated Graphics: Intel Core 7 253PQE has UHD Graphics 770, Intel Core i5-110 has UHD Graphics 630.
• Launch MSRP: Intel Core 7 253PQE is $409, Intel Core i5-110 is $200.
• Part Number: Intel Core 7 253PQE is SA4QA, Intel Core i5-110 is SA35X.
• Release Date: Intel Core 7 253PQE released 2026-03-08, Intel Core i5-110 released 2025-09-10.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a comprehensive set of benchmark results for the Intel Core 7 253PQE, while the Intel Core i5-110 has no recorded benchmark scores. This makes a direct comparison possible only in one direction, but the magnitude of the Core 7 253PQE's scores provides context for its performance class.

In Cinebench R15, the Core 7 253PQE scores 3163 in multicore and 446 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 13183 in multicore and 1861 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score is 31390, and the single-core score is 4431. These results indicate a processor that excels in both heavily threaded rendering workloads and lightly threaded tasks.

PassMark results for the Core 7 253PQE show strong performance across a variety of workloads. The multithread score is 41656, and the single-thread score is 4389. In integer math, it scores 137795, while floating-point math yields 105279. Data compression scores 487335, and data encryption scores 25515. Extended instructions score 32390, and the processor finds 206 prime numbers in the PassMark test. Random string sorting results in a score of 54222, and the physics test yields 2970.

The Core 7 253PQE's average benchmark score is 55919, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i9-14900HX with an average score of 56004 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 with 56273 (0.6% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 with 56306 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX with 56555 (1.1% higher). These deltas show the Core 7 253PQE sits within 1.1% of these high-end parts, a remarkably tight grouping.

The Core i5-110, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and no recorded results in any test. Its percentile ranking of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, but without measured data, its actual performance cannot be compared numerically. The specification sheet shows it operates at a 2.90 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.30 GHz, which are considerably lower than the Core 7 253PQE's 3.50 GHz base and 5.70 GHz boost.

The cache and memory bandwidth differences reinforce the performance gap. The Core 7 253PQE's 33 MB L3 cache and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth are more than double the Core i5-110's 12 MB L3 cache and 42.7 GB/s bandwidth. For data-intensive workloads, these factors often prove as important as raw core count. The Core 7 253PQE also supports DDR5 memory, which can further increase effective bandwidth in systems equipped with that memory type.

The TDP difference of 60 watts (125 watts versus 65 watts) indicates the Core 7 253PQE draws substantially more power under load, which is consistent with its higher clock speeds and additional cores. The Core i5-110's lower TDP makes it suitable for compact systems with modest cooling requirements, while the Core 7 253PQE requires a more robust cooling solution.

In terms of platform compatibility, the Core 7 253PQE's Socket 1700 and PCIe Gen 5 support place it in a newer ecosystem than the Core i5-110's Socket 1200 and PCIe Gen 3. The Core 7 253PQE's support for ECC memory further distinguishes it for reliability-sensitive applications. The integrated graphics also differ, with the Core 7 253PQE featuring UHD Graphics 770 versus the Core i5-110's UHD Graphics 630, indicating a newer and likely more capable iGPU solution.

The release dates show the Core i5-110 launched in 2025-09-10, while the Core 7 253PQE launched later in 2026-03-08. Both are listed as Active in production status. The Core 7 253PQE's 10 nm process node versus the Core i5-110's 14 nm node reflects a more modern manufacturing process, which typically enables higher clock speeds and better efficiency per transistor.

The data confirms that the Core 7 253PQE is a high-end desktop processor with performance that rivals premium mobile and workstation parts. The Core i5-110 is a mainstream chip with no recorded benchmark data, making it a less compelling choice for performance-oriented users based on the available information.