Intel Core 7 253PQE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 253PQE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL occupy different positions in the database, and the recorded measurements reflect that gap clearly. The Core 7 253PQE holds a substantial average benchmark score of 55919, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs tracked. The Core Ultra 5 135HL, by contrast, sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0, meaning no benchmark entries are present in the database for that processor. This absence of recorded data for the Core Ultra 5 135HL makes direct head-to-head comparisons impossible from the database's own measurements.

For the Core 7 253PQE, the Cinebench results provide a clear picture of its capability. In Cinebench R15, the processor scores 3163 in multi-core and 446 in single-core. The R20 run shows 13183 multi-core and 1861 single-core. The R23 test records 31390 multi-core and 4431 single-core. These scores place the processor in the upper tier of the database rankings, consistent with its 91st percentile standing. The single-core progression from 446 in R15 to 1861 in R20 to 4431 in R23 follows the expected scaling pattern across those test versions.

The Passmark suite adds further detail for the Core 7 253PQE. The multi-thread score is 41656, while single-thread records 4389. Integer math reaches 137795, floating point math hits 105279, and extended instructions score 32390. Data compression scores 487335, data encryption scores 25515, and random string sorting records 54222. The processor finds prime numbers at a rate of 206 and produces a physics score of 2970. These numbers indicate a processor that handles both integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy workloads with comparable strength.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Core 7 253PQE are all within a narrow band. The Intel Core i9-14900HX has an average score of 56004, which is 0.2% higher than the Core 7 253PQE. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 records 56273, a 0.6% advantage. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 scores 56306, 0.7% higher. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX reaches 56555, 1.1% higher. The Core 7 253PQE trails each of these four rivals by less than 1.1%, a remarkably tight grouping that suggests the processor is competitive with those high-end parts despite its lower raw core count.

The Core Ultra 5 135HL has no benchmark entries, no nearest rivals, and an average score of zero in the database. Its 50th percentile ranking appears to derive from its specifications rather than measured performance. The database records no Cinebench or Passmark results for this part, so no direct numerical comparison between the two processors can be made from the available data.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 253PQE wins in every category where the database has recorded measurements, simply because the Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded benchmark results. The Core 7 253PQE's 10 cores and 20 threads give it a strong presence in multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31390 and its Passmark multi-thread score of 41656. Its 5.70 GHz boost clock supports the single-core score of 4431 in R23, a figure that places it among the faster single-thread results in the database.

The Core Ultra 5 135HL offers 14 cores and 18 threads, but the database contains no scores to indicate how that configuration performs in practice. Its 4.60 GHz boost clock and 1.70 GHz base clock are recorded, but without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm how those specifications translate into measured performance. The 45 W TDP and Intel Socket 1851 compatibility are documented, but no performance claims can be made from the database's own records.

The Core 7 253PQE's Passmark data compression score of 487335 and data encryption score of 25515 suggest strong throughput in data-intensive tasks. The floating point math score of 105279 and integer math score of 137795 indicate balanced arithmetic capability. The extended instructions score of 32390 shows the processor can leverage modern instruction sets effectively. These measurements give the Core 7 253PQE a clear advantage in every workload category represented in the database, but only because the comparison set is incomplete.

The Verdict

The database presents an asymmetric comparison. The Intel Core 7 253PQE is a fully measured processor with an average benchmark score of 55919, a 91st percentile ranking, and four nearest rivals all within 1.1% of its score. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has no benchmark measurements at all, an average score of zero, and no nearest rivals listed. Any user choosing between these two parts on the basis of the database's recorded data would find only one side of the ledger populated.

The core and thread counts differ in an interesting way. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has 14 cores but only 18 threads, while the Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Core Ultra 5 135HL's higher core count does not translate into more threads, which suggests a different core architecture layout. The Core 7 253PQE's 20 threads from 10 cores indicate a symmetric multithreading implementation across all cores. Without benchmark data for the Core Ultra 5 135HL, the database cannot confirm whether its 14 cores provide any performance advantage in threaded workloads.

The Core 7 253PQE's nearest rivals all exceed its average score by less than 1.1%, which places it in a competitive cluster. The Intel Core i9-14900HX at 56004 is essentially tied with the Core 7 253PQE, differing by only 0.2%. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 at 56273 and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 at 56306 are also within one point of one percent. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX at 56555 leads the group. The Core 7 253PQE's 91st percentile ranking is consistent with these narrow margins.

For the Core Ultra 5 135HL, the database offers no measured performance to evaluate. Its 50th percentile ranking and zero average score reflect the absence of data rather than a measured outcome. The processor's specifications are recorded, including its 14 cores, 18 threads, 4.60 GHz boost clock, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache, but no benchmark results exist to validate or refute any performance expectations.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score in the database?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has an average benchmark score of 55919. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has an average benchmark score of 0 because no benchmark entries are recorded for it.

Q: How does the Core 7 253PQE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 7 253PQE trails the Intel Core i9-14900HX by 0.2%, the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 by 0.6%, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 by 0.7%, and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX by 1.1%. All four rivals have average scores between 56004 and 56555.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has 14 cores and 18 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5, with the database noting that support depends on the motherboard.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL uses the Meteor Lake architecture with the Meteor Lake-PS codename and is built on a 7 nm process node, also at Intel's foundry. The Core 7 253PQE belongs to the Core 7 generation under the Bartlett Lake moniker, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1 under the Meteor Lake-PS moniker.

The cache hierarchies differ in several respects. 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 Ultra 5 135HL has 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The L2 allocation is identical at 2 MB per core, but the L1 and L3 configurations diverge. The Core Ultra 5 135HL provides more L1 cache per core, while the Core 7 253PQE provides nearly double the shared L3 cache.

The integrated graphics differ substantially. The Core 7 253PQE uses UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 128EU. Both processors are marked as desktop market segment parts, and both are listed as active in production status. The Core 7 253PQE was released on 2026-03-08, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL was released on 2024-04-07.

The socket and PCIe configurations mark a clear generational split. The Core 7 253PQE uses Intel Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 and 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Intel Socket 1851 with PCIe Gen 4 and 8 lanes from the CPU. The Core 7 253PQE supports ECC memory, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL does not. Both processors use dual-channel memory buses with the same memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Specification Differences

The base clock differs significantly. The Core 7 253PQE runs at 3.50 GHz base, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL runs at 1.70 GHz base. The boost clocks also differ, with the Core 7 253PQE reaching 5.70 GHz and the Core Ultra 5 135HL reaching 4.60 GHz.

The TDP ratings show a major divergence. The Core 7 253PQE has a TDP of 125 W, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL has a TDP of 45 W. The Core 7 253PQE's launch MSRP is $409. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The core and thread counts differ as noted: 10 cores and 20 threads for the Core 7 253PQE versus 14 cores and 18 threads for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. The process node differs, with 10 nm for the Core 7 253PQE and 7 nm for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. The sockets differ, with Intel Socket 1700 for the Core 7 253PQE and Intel Socket 1851 for the Core Ultra 5 135HL.

The memory support differs in scope. The Core 7 253PQE supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5 with a motherboard-dependent note. ECC memory support is present on the Core 7 253PQE and absent on the Core Ultra 5 135HL. The PCIe configuration differs, with Gen 5 and 16 lanes on the Core 7 253PQE versus Gen 4 and 8 lanes on the Core Ultra 5 135HL.

The part numbers distinguish the two units: SA4QA for the Core 7 253PQE and SRN33 for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 770 on the Core 7 253PQE and Arc Xe-LPG 128EU on the Core Ultra 5 135HL. The release dates differ by nearly two years. The benchmark percentile rankings differ dramatically, with 91 for the Core 7 253PQE and 50 for the Core Ultra 5 135HL, though the latter figure reflects the absence of recorded benchmark data rather than a measured performance level.