Intel Core 7 360 vs Intel Core i5-14450HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data presents a clear split between two very different mobile processors. The Intel Core i5-14450HX dominates the overall benchmark count, winning 14 of the 17 recorded comparisons, while the Intel Core 7 360 takes only 3 wins. The margins, however, tell a more nuanced story about where each processor's strengths actually lie.

Starting with the Cinebench suite, the Core i5-14450HX wins every single test by a consistent margin. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i5-14450HX scores 2026 against the Core 7 360's 1374, a delta of -32.2% for the latter. The single-core R15 result follows the same pattern: 285 versus 193, again a -32.3% gap. This consistency carries through R20 and R23. The R20 multicore test shows 8445 against 5726 (-32.2%), while R20 single-core is 1191 versus 808 (-32.2%). In R23 multicore, the i5-14450HX reaches 20108, compared to 13634 for the Core 7 360 (-32.2%). The R23 single-core result is 2838 versus 1924, also -32.2%. The uniform percentage across every Cinebench test indicates a fixed architectural performance difference rather than workload-specific variation.

The Passmark suite reveals a wider range of outcomes. The largest victory for the i5-14450HX comes in integer math, where it scores 78330 against 34238, a -56.3% deficit for the Core 7 360. Data compression shows a similarly large gap: 278538 versus 142877, a -48.7% difference. Random string sorting is another strong win for the i5-14450HX at 29565 versus 17636 (-40.3%). Multithread performance favors the i5-14450HX at 23680 against 15544 (-34.4%). Data encryption shows 15574 versus 11164 (-28.3%), and extended instructions produce 17207 versus 12390 (-28%). Floating point math favors the i5-14450HX at 58037 versus 44963 (-22.5%), and physics tests show 1475 versus 1213 (-17.8%).

The Core 7 360 claims its three wins in specific Passmark tests. The most notable is single-thread performance, where it scores 4274 against 3643 for the i5-14450HX, a 17.3% advantage. This result appears twice in the data, once under passmark_single_thread and once under passmark_singlethread, confirming the finding. The other win is in find prime numbers, where the Core 7 360 scores 120 versus 98, a 22.4% advantage. These two wins suggest that the Core 7 360 has a meaningful edge in certain integer-heavy, latency-sensitive single-threaded tasks, even though it loses the broader single-core Cinebench tests by wide margins.

The average benchmark score reinforces the overall picture. The Core 7 360 records an average score of 18374, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. The i5-14450HX averages 32040, which puts it in the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 7 360 include the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18380 (0% delta), the Intel Core 5 330 at 18345 (0.2% delta), the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18318 (0.3% delta), and the Intel Core 3 305 at 18302 (0.4% delta). The i5-14450HX sits near the Intel Core i7-13705H at 32076 (-0.1% delta), the Intel Core i5-14400 at 32115 (-0.2% delta), the Intel Core i7-12800H at 32121 (-0.3% delta), and the Intel Core i9-11900 at 32226 (-0.6% delta).

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i5-14450HX wins 14 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core 7 360 wins 3, specifically in Passmark single-thread, Passmark singlethread, and Passmark find prime numbers.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R23 multicore, the i5-14450HX scores 20108 against 13634 for the Core 7 360, a -32.2% difference. The Passmark multithread test shows 23680 versus 15544, a -34.4% gap.

Q: Does the Core 7 360 win any single-threaded tests?

A: Yes. The Core 7 360 scores 4274 in Passmark single-thread, which is 17.3% higher than the i5-14450HX's 3643. However, the i5-14450HX wins all Cinebench single-core tests, including R23 single-core at 2838 versus 1924.

Q: What is the largest margin of victory in either direction?

A: The largest win for the i5-14450HX is in Passmark integer math at 78330 versus 34238, a -56.3% deficit for the Core 7 360. The largest win for the Core 7 360 is in Passmark find prime numbers at 120 versus 98, a 22.4% advantage.

Q: How do the processors compare in data-related workloads?

A: The i5-14450HX leads in data compression at 278538 versus 142877 (-48.7%) and data encryption at 15574 versus 11164 (-28.3%). The i5-14450HX also wins random string sorting at 29565 versus 17636 (-40.3%).

Q: What are the percentile rankings for each processor?

A: The Core 7 360 sits in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 18374. The i5-14450HX sits in the 82nd percentile with an average score of 32040.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design generations. The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) generation. It is built on a 3 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The Intel Core i5-14450HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-HX codename, belonging to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) generation. Its process node is 10 nm, and the die size measures 257 mm².

Core configuration differs substantially. The Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyperthreading. The i5-14450HX has 10 cores and 16 threads, indicating a hybrid arrangement with performance and efficiency cores. This thread count difference directly explains much of the multi-core benchmark gap.

Cache layouts diverge as well. The Core 7 360 allocates 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14450HX uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a much larger 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 on the i5-14450HX contributes to its strong showing in data compression and random string sorting, workloads that benefit from larger working sets.

Memory support differs on both interface and bandwidth. The Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus with a recorded bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The i5-14450HX supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The dual-channel configuration on the i5-14450HX provides a memory bandwidth advantage that likely feeds its integer math and compression wins.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The Core 7 360 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only), while the i5-14450HX provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The i5-14450HX also supports ECC memory, which the Core 7 360 does not.

Integrated graphics represent another divergence. The Core 7 360 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The i5-14450HX uses UHD Graphics 710. No benchmark data for these iGPUs is recorded, so their relative performance cannot be assessed from the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field. The Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, while the i5-14450HX has 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 1.50 GHz for the Core 7 360 and 2.40 GHz for the i5-14450HX. Boost clocks are identical at 4.80 GHz for both.

Thermal design power differs significantly. The Core 7 360 is rated at 15 watts, while the i5-14450HX is rated at 55 watts. This 40-watt difference reflects the i5-14450HX's higher core count and its positioning as a high-performance mobile part.

Sockets are incompatible. The Core 7 360 uses Intel BGA 1516, while the i5-14450HX uses Intel BGA 1964. Process nodes differ at 3 nm versus 10 nm. The die size is recorded only for the i5-14450HX at 257 mm²; no die size is listed for the Core 7 360.

Cache structures differ in both per-core and shared amounts. The Core 7 360 has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. The i5-14450HX has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3.

Memory support and bus width differ. The Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The i5-14450HX supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with no bandwidth listed. ECC memory is supported only on the i5-14450HX.

PCIe generation and lane counts differ. The Core 7 360 offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes, while the i5-14450HX offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ as Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) versus UHD Graphics 710.

The multiplier is unlocked on the i5-14450HX but not on the Core 7 360. Release dates differ, with the i5-14450HX launching on 2024-01-07 and the Core 7 360 on 2026-04-15. The Core 7 360 has a recorded launch MSRP of $426, while the i5-14450HX has no recorded launch MSRP. Part numbers are SAE3E for the Core 7 360 and SRMXK for the i5-14450HX. Both are active production mobile parts from Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14450HX wins in every multi-threaded and most single-threaded benchmarks. Its 10 cores and 16 threads deliver a decisive advantage in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore tests, with consistent -32.2% margins across the board. The Passmark multithread test confirms this at -34.4%. Integer math is the strongest category for the i5-14450HX, with a 56.3% advantage that likely stems from the higher core count and the larger 20 MB L3 cache. Data compression follows at 48.7% ahead, and random string sorting at 40.3%. These are workloads that scale with parallel execution and benefit from ample cache.

The i5-14450HX also wins the Cinebench single-core tests, which is notable given the Core 7 360's Passmark single-thread win. The R23 single-core result of 2838 versus 1924 indicates that the i5-14450HX has a higher sustained single-core capability under the Cinebench workload, despite the Core 7 360's higher Passmark score. Physics tests favor the i5-14450HX at 1475 versus 1213, a 17.8% lead. Extended instructions and data encryption also go to the i5-14450HX with 28% and 28.3% margins respectively.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in Passmark single-thread at 4274 versus 3643, a 17.3% advantage. This suggests that for certain lightweight, latency-sensitive single-threaded tasks, the Core 7 360 delivers better responsiveness. The find prime numbers test is its other win at 120 versus 98, a 22.4% margin. This workload is integer-heavy and does not scale well with additional cores, so the Core 7 360's per-core efficiency in this specific task shows through.

The production status for both is active, meaning neither is a legacy part. The Core 7 360's 15-watt TDP positions it for power-constrained designs, while the i5-14450HX's 55-watt TDP targets performance-oriented laptops. The Core 7 360's 3 nm process node and Wildcat Lake generation represent a newer fabrication approach, but the recorded benchmarks show the older Raptor Lake part winning most comparisons.

The Verdict

The benchmark data supports selecting the Intel Core i5-14450HX for workloads that demand parallel processing. Its 14 wins out of 17 comparisons, including every Cinebench test and most Passmark tests, make it the stronger choice for rendering, compilation, data compression, and mathematical computation. The consistent -32.2% margin in Cinebench and the -56.3% lead in integer math indicate that applications using many threads will see substantial benefits. The 82nd percentile ranking versus the 72nd for the Core 7 360 further reinforces this positioning.

The Intel Core 7 360 is preferable in scenarios where single-threaded Passmark performance matters most. Its 17.3% advantage in that test and 22.4% lead in prime number finding suggest it handles specific latency-sensitive integer tasks with better efficiency. The 15-watt TDP also makes it suitable for fanless or low-power mobile designs, though the database does not record battery life or thermal behavior. The 3 nm process node points to a newer manufacturing approach, but the recorded benchmarks do not show this translating into broad performance wins.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput, the i5-14450HX is the clear choice. For those needing maximum single-threaded Passmark scores or minimal power draw, the Core 7 360 has a narrower but real advantage. The i5-14450HX also offers ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, and an unlocked multiplier, features the Core 7 360 lacks. The Core 7 360 counters with a lower TDP, a smaller process node, and a higher Passmark single-thread score, but the overall average benchmark score of 18374 versus 32040 places the i5-14450HX in a different performance class.