Intel Core 7 253PQE vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Intel Core 7 253PQE vs Intel Core i5-14401TE

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data for this comparison is one-sided, as the database contains a full set of recorded measurements for the Intel Core 7 253PQE while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark entries available. This means the analysis relies on the architectural specifications and the performance percentile rankings to establish the expected performance gap.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 55,919. Its nearest rivals, which include the Intel Core i9-14900HX at 56,004 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 at 56,273 (0.6% higher), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 at 56,306 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX at 56,555 (1.1% higher), place it in the upper tier of desktop processors. The Intel Core i5-14401TE, by contrast, holds only the 50th percentile, indicating a mid-pack position with no recorded average score.

The Core 7 253PQE wins on core count, offering 10 cores and 20 threads compared to the Core i5-14401TE's 6 cores and 12 threads. This difference translates directly into multi-threaded workloads, where the Core 7 253PQE's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31,390 demonstrates substantial headroom for rendering, compilation, and scientific computing tasks. The Core i5-14401TE, with its 45 watt TDP and lower clock speeds, positions itself as a lower-power alternative, but the performance data does not support parity in demanding workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same Intel Socket 1700 platform and both use a 10 nm process node from Intel's foundry. The Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Core i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake-R, with the latter explicitly listed as part of the Core 14th Gen series and Raptor Lake architecture.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. The Core 7 253PQE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14401TE also offers 80 KB of L1 per core but reduces L2 to 1.25 MB per core and L3 to 20 MB shared. The Core 7 253PQE's larger L2 and L3 allocations give it an advantage in data-intensive workloads where cache hits reduce memory latency.

Memory support is identical in scope, with both processors accepting DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. However, the Core 7 253PQE records a memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401TE has no recorded bandwidth value. Both support ECC memory and use Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with the Core 7 253PQE pairing UHD Graphics 770 against the Core i5-14401TE's UHD Graphics 730.

The Core 7 253PQE launches with a 125 watt TDP and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz from a 3.50 GHz base. The Core i5-14401TE operates at a 45 watt TDP with a 2.00 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking via multiplier adjustment is not available. The Core 7 253PQE's release date is recorded as March 2026, while the Core i5-14401TE's release date is June 2024, making the latter the earlier product.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct head-to-head benchmark results are not available for this pairing, as the database contains no comparative test entries. The analysis instead draws on the Core 7 253PQE's individual benchmark scores to establish its performance envelope.

In Cinebench R23, the Core 7 253PQE scores 4,431 in single-core and 31,390 in multi-core. The single-core result reflects a boost clock of 5.70 GHz, which is 1.20 GHz higher than the Core i5-14401TE's 4.50 GHz maximum. The multi-core result benefits from the 10-core, 20-thread configuration, which doubles the thread count of the Core i5-14401TE.

Cinebench R20 shows 1,861 in single-core and 13,183 in multi-core, while Cinebench R15 records 446 in single-core and 3,163 in multi-core. These figures scale consistently with the core count advantage.

PassMark results for the Core 7 253PQE show a single-thread score of 4,389 and a multithread score of 41,656. Integer math scores 137,795, floating point math scores 105,279, and extended instructions score 32,390. Data compression reaches 487,335, data encryption scores 25,515, and random string sorting scores 54,222. Physics tests return 2,970, and finding prime numbers scores 206.

The Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores, so the database cannot provide a direct numerical comparison. The specification gap, however, indicates a clear hierarchy: the Core 7 253PQE's higher core count, larger cache, and substantially higher clock speeds position it ahead in both single-threaded and multi-threaded measurements. The Core i5-14401TE's 45 watt TDP suggests a focus on power efficiency, but the recorded data does not include any performance metrics to quantify that trade-off.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: The Core 7 253PQE operates at a 3.50 GHz base clock and 5.70 GHz boost clock. The Core i5-14401TE operates at a 2.00 GHz base clock and 4.50 GHz boost clock.

Q: How do their cache sizes compare?

A: The Core 7 253PQE has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14401TE has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. The Core 7 253PQE records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401TE has no recorded bandwidth value.

Q: What is the difference in power consumption?

A: The Core 7 253PQE has a TDP of 125 watts, while the Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher performance percentile?

A: The Core 7 253PQE is at the 91st percentile among all CPUs, while the Core i5-14401TE is at the 50th percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded fields:

• Cores: 10 (Core 7 253PQE) vs 6 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Threads: 20 vs 12
• Base clock: 3.50 GHz vs 2.00 GHz
• Boost clock: 5.70 GHz vs 4.50 GHz
• TDP: 125 watts vs 45 watts
• Codename: Bartlett Lake vs Raptor Lake-R
• Architecture: Not listed vs Raptor Lake
• Generation: Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) vs Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Die size: Not listed vs 215 mm²
• L2 cache: 2 MB per core vs 1.25 MB per core
• L3 cache: 33 MB shared vs 20 MB shared
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s vs not listed
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 770 vs UHD Graphics 730
• Release date: March 2026 vs June 2024
• Part number: SA4QA vs Q4T4SRNJP
• Launch MSRP: $409 vs not listed
• Percentile: 91st vs 50th
• Average benchmark score: 55,919 vs 0 (no recorded scores)

Shared specifications include the Intel Socket 1700, 10 nm process node, Intel as the foundry, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, and a locked multiplier.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PQE delivers 10 cores, 20 threads, a 5.70 GHz boost clock, 33 MB of L3 cache, and a 91st percentile ranking, with an average benchmark score of 55,919 that places it within 1.1% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX and within 0.2% of the Intel Core i9-14900HX. The Intel Core i5-14401TE offers 6 cores, 12 threads, a 4.50 GHz boost clock, 20 MB of L3 cache, and a 50th percentile ranking, with no recorded benchmark scores.

For users prioritizing raw throughput, the Core 7 253PQE is the only choice supported by data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31,390 and PassMark multithread score of 41,656 indicate strong performance in parallel workloads, while its single-thread scores of 4,431 in Cinebench R23 and 4,389 in PassMark show high clock-driven responsiveness. The Core i5-14401TE, with its 45 watt TDP, targets lower-power builds, but the absence of benchmark measurements means the database cannot quantify its performance level. The Core 7 253PQE also carries a launch MSRP of $409, while the Core i5-14401TE has no listed price.

The Core 7 253PQE's 125 watt TDP and larger cache make it suitable for desktop systems where power draw is not the primary constraint. The Core i5-14401TE's 45 watt TDP and smaller cache suggest an efficiency-oriented configuration, but with no recorded scores, its practical performance remains unverified in the database. The verdict from the data is straightforward: the Core 7 253PQE dominates on every measurable specification, and the Core i5-14401TE offers no recorded performance counterpoint.