Intel Core 7 253PTE vs Intel Core i7-14700HX Comparison

The Intel Core 7 253PTE and the Intel Core i7-14700HX represent two distinctly different approaches to Intel's 10 nm process node. The Core 7 253PTE is a desktop part using the Bartlett Lake codename, while the i7-14700HX is a mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-HX refresh family. The database records a significant average benchmark score gap, with the i7-14700HX delivering an average score of 45953 against the Core 7 253PTE's 34962. The i7-14700HX also sits higher in the overall percentile ranking at 89 compared to the Core 7 253PTE's 84. This page analyzes the recorded specifications and benchmark results to clarify where each processor excels and where it falls short.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the Intel Core 7 253PTE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, and the Intel Core 7 253PTE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor shows a larger advantage in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 24595, which is 13.5% ahead of the Core 7 253PTE's 21276.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Core 7 253PTE achieve its biggest win?

A: The Core 7 253PTE wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 42.8%, scoring 3003 against the i7-14700HX's 2103.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a higher average benchmark score of 45953, compared to the Intel Core 7 253PTE's 34962.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 7 253PTE and the Intel Core i7-14700HX have ECC memory support listed in their specifications.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same 10 nm process node and are both manufactured by Intel, but their underlying designs diverge significantly. The Core 7 253PTE is a Bartlett Lake part, and the i7-14700HX is based on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-HX refresh codename. The Core 7 253PTE is classified as a desktop market segment processor, while the i7-14700HX is a mobile processor. The i7-14700HX carries a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 7 253PTE has no recorded die size in the database.

The core and thread configurations differ substantially. The Core 7 253PTE uses 10 cores and 20 threads, while the i7-14700HX uses 20 cores and 28 threads. Despite this difference, both processors share identical cache layouts: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The base clocks also differ, with the Core 7 253PTE at 1.80 GHz and the i7-14700HX at 2.10 GHz. The boost clocks are closer, with the i7-14700HX reaching 5.50 GHz and the Core 7 253PTE reaching 5.40 GHz.

Socket and platform details separate the two clearly. The Core 7 253PTE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the i7-14700HX uses Intel BGA 1964. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and both list PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ slightly: the Core 7 253PTE has UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14700HX has UHD Graphics 770. The Core 7 253PTE has a locked multiplier, while the i7-14700HX has an unlocked multiplier. The memory bandwidth for the Core 7 253PTE is recorded as 89.6 GB/s, while the i7-14700HX has no memory bandwidth figure in the database.

The release dates place the Core 7 253PTE in 2026-03-08 and the i7-14700HX in 2024-01-07. The Core 7 253PTE has a recorded launch MSRP of $384, while the i7-14700HX has no launch MSRP listed. Both processors are marked as Active in production status.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the stronger overall performer. It wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks and holds an average benchmark score of 45953, which places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD EPYC 7303 with a delta of 0%, the AMD EPYC 4364P with a delta of 0%, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 with a delta of -0.2%, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 with a delta of -0.2%. The Core 7 253PTE, by contrast, has an average score of 34962 and sits in the 84th percentile, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core i7-13800H (delta -0.1%) and the Intel Core i9-12900HX (delta -0.1%).

The data suggests that the i7-14700HX is the better choice for multi-threaded workloads and general productivity. Its 20-core, 28-thread configuration delivers decisive wins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, as well as in PassMark multithread, physics, and data compression tests. The Core 7 253PTE, however, is not without merit. It wins Cinebench R15 single-core by 2% and Cinebench R23 single-core by 42.8%, indicating that its per-core performance in certain Cinebench tests is superior. For workloads that rely heavily on single-threaded Cinebench performance, the Core 7 253PTE delivers a clear advantage. The i7-14700HX also wins PassMark single-thread by 3.9%, so the single-thread picture is mixed depending on the benchmark.

The production status is Active for both parts, so neither is discontinued. The Core 7 253PTE is a desktop processor with a launch MSRP of $384, while the i7-14700HX is a mobile part with no launch MSRP recorded. The choice between the two depends on the workload profile and platform requirements. For users focused on multi-core throughput, the i7-14700HX is the clear leader. For users prioritizing single-core Cinebench results or requiring a desktop Socket 1700 platform, the Core 7 253PTE has specific advantages.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show several key differences between the two processors. The Core 7 253PTE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads. The base clock of the Core 7 253PTE is 1.80 GHz, while the i7-14700HX runs at 2.10 GHz. Boost clocks are 5.40 GHz for the Core 7 253PTE and 5.50 GHz for the i7-14700HX.

The thermal design power differs, with the Core 7 253PTE listed at 45 and the i7-14700HX at 55. The sockets are different: Intel Socket 1700 for the Core 7 253PTE and Intel BGA 1964 for the i7-14700HX. The architecture and codename also differ, with the Core 7 253PTE using Bartlett Lake and the i7-14700HX using Raptor Lake and Raptor Lake-HX. The generation listings reflect this: Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) for the former and Core i7 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) for the latter.

The i7-14700HX has a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 7 253PTE has no recorded die size. Memory bandwidth is recorded for the Core 7 253PTE at 89.6 GB/s, but no figure is listed for the i7-14700HX. The integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 7 253PTE and UHD Graphics 770 on the i7-14700HX. The multiplier is locked on the Core 7 253PTE and unlocked on the i7-14700HX. The release dates are 2026-03-08 for the Core 7 253PTE and 2024-01-07 for the i7-14700HX. The Core 7 253PTE has a launch MSRP of $384, while the i7-14700HX has no launch MSRP. The market segments are Desktop for the Core 7 253PTE and Mobile for the i7-14700HX.

The cache specifications are identical: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3 for both. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, dual-channel memory buses, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Both are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. Both have part numbers recorded: SA4QK for the Core 7 253PTE and SRMXG for the i7-14700HX.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data shows a dominant performance profile for the Intel Core i7-14700HX. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-14700HX scores 3812 against the Core 7 253PTE's 2144, a delta of -43.8% from the Core 7 253PTE's perspective. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows a similar pattern, with the i7-14700HX scoring 13059 and the Core 7 253PTE scoring 8935, a 31.6% delta. Cinebench R23 multi-core results are closer, with the i7-14700HX at 24595 and the Core 7 253PTE at 21276, a 13.5% delta.

The single-core results are more varied. Cinebench R15 single-core goes to the Core 7 253PTE with a score of 302 against 296 for the i7-14700HX, a 2% delta. Cinebench R20 single-core, however, goes to the i7-14700HX with a score of 1843 against 1261 for the Core 7 253PTE, a 31.6% delta. Cinebench R23 single-core is the largest win for the Core 7 253PTE, with a score of 3003 against 2103 for the i7-14700HX, a 42.8% delta.

In PassMark tests, the i7-14700HX wins every recorded category. Data compression shows the i7-14700HX at 438539 against 275828, a 37.1% delta. Data encryption sees the i7-14700HX at 26092 against 15500, a 40.6% delta. Extended instructions go to the i7-14700HX at 25718 against 17099, a 33.5% delta. Find prime numbers shows the i7-14700HX at 165 against 82, a 50.3% delta, the largest PassMark margin in the dataset. Floating point math goes to the i7-14700HX at 93836 against 67209, a 28.4% delta. Integer math is closer, with the i7-14700HX at 131296 against 119552, an 8.9% delta. Multithread results show the i7-14700HX at 36566 against 25031, a 31.5% delta. Physics results show the i7-14700HX at 2252 against 1318, a 41.5% delta. Random string sorting goes to the i7-14700HX at 48544 against 28227, a 41.9% delta. Single-thread results show the i7-14700HX at 3947 against 3794, a 3.9% delta.

The win count is decisive: the i7-14700HX wins 15 benchmarks, while the Core 7 253PTE wins 2. The Core 7 253PTE's wins are both in Cinebench single-core tests, with the R23 result being particularly large. The i7-14700HX's wins span Cinebench multi-core, Cinebench R20 single-core, and the entire PassMark suite, indicating broad strength across both integer and floating point workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700HX wins in nearly every recorded multi-threaded workload. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests all favor the i7-14700HX, with deltas ranging from 13.5% to 43.8%. The PassMark multithread test also goes to the i7-14700HX with a 31.5% delta. For heavy compute tasks such as floating point math, the i7-14700HX leads by 28.4%. Integer math shows a smaller but still positive margin of 8.9% for the i7-14700HX. Data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, find prime numbers, physics, and random string sorting all go to the i7-14700HX, with deltas between 28.4% and 50.3%. The i7-14700HX also wins PassMark single-thread by 3.9% and Cinebench R20 single-core by 31.6%.

The Intel Core 7 253PTE wins in two specific Cinebench single-core tests. The Cinebench R23 single-core result is its strongest showing, with a 42.8% advantage over the i7-14700HX. The Cinebench R15 single-core result is smaller, with a 2% edge. These wins indicate that the Core 7 253PTE has a specific strength in single-threaded Cinebench workloads, particularly in the R23 version of the test. The data does not show any PassMark test where the Core 7 253PTE leads, so its advantage is confined to the Cinebench single-core suite.

The overall benchmark distribution shows that the i7-14700HX is the more versatile processor. Its wins cover both Cinebench and PassMark suites, while the Core 7 253PTE's wins are limited to Cinebench R15 and R23 single-core. The i7-14700HX's average benchmark score of 45953 is 31.4% higher than the Core 7 253PTE's 34962, and its 89th percentile ranking places it above the Core 7 253PTE's 84th percentile. For users tracking multi-core performance, data compression, or extended instruction workloads, the i7-14700HX is the data-backed choice. For users focused on Cinebench R23 single-core results, the Core 7 253PTE offers a clear advantage.