Intel Core 7 360 vs Intel Core i5-14500T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a split picture between the Intel Core 7 360 and the Intel Core i5-14500T. The Core i5-14500T wins 12 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Core 7 360 wins 5. However, the margin and nature of those victories tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The most significant advantage for the Core i5-14500T appears in multi-threaded and throughput-heavy workloads. In the PassMark integer math test, the Core i5-14500T scores 80922 against 34238 for the Core 7 360, a delta of -57.7% from the Core 7 360's perspective. This is the largest performance gap recorded between the two processors. Data compression shows a similar trend: the Core i5-14500T delivers 262417 in PassMark data compression, which is 45.6% ahead of the Core 7 360's 142877. The PassMark multithread score of 22910 for the Core i5-14500T versus 15544 for the Core 7 360 represents a 32.2% advantage. Random string sorting follows with a 38% lead for the Core i5-14500T (28462 versus 17636).

The Cinebench R15 and R20 multicore results also favor the Core i5-14500T substantially. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core i5-14500T scores 2022 versus 1374 for the Core 7 360, a 32% gap. Cinebench R20 multicore shows 8177 versus 5726, a 30% difference. The Core i5-14500T also leads in Cinebench R15 singlecore by 23.4% (252 versus 193) and in Cinebench R20 singlecore by 30% (1154 versus 808). PassMark data encryption shows a 27.6% lead for the Core i5-14500T (15410 versus 11164), and extended instructions favor it by 22.8% (16043 versus 12390). Floating point math goes to the Core i5-14500T by 23.6% (58869 versus 44963), and physics shows a narrow 5.8% lead (1288 versus 1213).

The Core 7 360 claims its wins in more specialized areas. The largest is PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 120 against the Core i5-14500T's 81, a 48.1% advantage. This indicates a strong per-core integer throughput capability in a specific algorithmic pattern. The Core 7 360 also wins Cinebench R23 multicore with 13634 versus 11790, a 15.6% lead. This is notable because it reverses the multicore trend seen in R15 and R20. The Cinebench R23 singlecore result also favors the Core 7 360, with 1924 versus 1838, a 4.7% margin. PassMark single-thread performance shows the Core 7 360 ahead by 14.4%, scoring 4274 versus 3736.

The aggregate benchmark scores confirm the overall positioning. The Core i5-14500T has an average benchmark score of 28065, placing it at the 80th percentile among all CPUs. The Core 7 360 has an average benchmark score of 18374, placing it at the 72nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 7 360 include the Intel Core i3-13100 with an average score of 18380 and a delta of 0%, 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). For the Core i5-14500T, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE at 28054 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G at 28032 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i9-12900H at 28003 (0.2% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 at 28128 (-0.2% delta). These rival comparisons show both processors sit in competitive performance clusters, but the Core i5-14500T operates in a higher absolute performance tier.

The Verdict

The data indicates two different performance profiles. The Intel Core i5-14500T is the stronger processor for most sustained multi-threaded workloads. Its 14 cores and 20 threads, combined with 24 MB of shared L3 cache, allow it to dominate in integer math, data compression, encryption, and general multithreaded tasks. The 57.7% lead in integer math and the 45.6% lead in data compression are the standout margins. For users running compilation workloads, data processing, or heavy productivity tasks, the Core i5-14500T is the clear choice based on the recorded measurements.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in single-thread performance and in Cinebench R23. The 14.4% lead in PassMark single-thread and the 4.7% lead in Cinebench R23 singlecore show its per-core efficiency advantage. The 15.6% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore is also significant, suggesting that the newer Wildcat Lake architecture scales better under that specific render workload. The 48.1% lead in find prime numbers indicates a particular strength in certain integer loops. The Core 7 360 uses a 3 nm process node versus the 10 nm node of the Core i5-14500T, which contributes to its efficiency and per-core performance.

The Core i5-14500T records a higher average benchmark score of 28065 versus 18374, and its 80th percentile ranking versus the 72nd percentile of the Core 7 360 confirms its overall position in the database. The Core 7 360 is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, while the Core i5-14500T is a desktop processor with a 35 W TDP. The Core i5-14500T also supports dual-channel memory and ECC memory, while the Core 7 360 uses single-channel memory without ECC support. For desktop users seeking maximum throughput, the Core i5-14500T is the data-backed choice. For mobile platforms where power efficiency matters and single-thread responsiveness is prioritized, the Core 7 360 delivers the better recorded results in those specific tests.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher PassMark single-thread score?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 scores 4274 in PassMark single-thread, which is 14.4% higher than the Intel Core i5-14500T's 3736.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14500T outperform the Core 7 360 in all Cinebench tests?

A: No. The Core i5-14500T wins Cinebench R15 multicore by 32%, R15 singlecore by 23.4%, R20 multicore by 30%, and R20 singlecore by 30%. However, the Core 7 360 wins Cinebench R23 multicore by 15.6% and R23 singlecore by 4.7%.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors in the recorded data?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark integer math, where the Intel Core i5-14500T scores 80922 against 34238 for the Core 7 360, a 57.7% difference.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500T has an average benchmark score of 28065 and ranks at the 80th percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 360 has an average benchmark score of 18374 and ranks at the 72nd percentile.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Intel Core i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Does the Core 7 360 support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 7 360 does not support ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-14500T supports ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads. The base clock of the Core 7 360 is 1.50 GHz, and the Core i5-14500T has a base clock of 1.70 GHz. Both processors have a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Core 7 360 has a TDP of 15 W, and the Core i5-14500T has a TDP of 35 W.

The socket types differ: the Core 7 360 uses Intel BGA 1516, and the Core i5-14500T uses Intel Socket 1700. The process node for the Core 7 360 is 3 nm, while the Core i5-14500T uses a 10 nm node. The die size of the Core i5-14500T is 215 mm², while the die size of the Core 7 360 is not recorded in the database.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The Core 7 360 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14500T has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs. The Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a single-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The Core i5-14500T supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus, and its memory bandwidth is not recorded. ECC memory support is present on the Core i5-14500T but absent on the Core 7 360.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Core 7 360 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The Core i5-14500T provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: the Core 7 360 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the Core i5-14500T uses UHD Graphics 770.

The market segment differs. The Core 7 360 is a mobile processor, and the Core i5-14500T is a desktop processor. The release dates differ, with the Core 7 360 released on 2026-04-15 and the Core i5-14500T released on 2024-01-07. The launch MSRP of the Core 7 360 is $426, and the launch MSRP of the Core i5-14500T is $232. The part numbers are SAE3E for the Core 7 360 and SRN3P for the Core i5-14500T. Both processors have locked multipliers. The production status for both is Active.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake architecture and is part of the Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) generation. The Intel Core i5-14500T uses the Raptor Lake architecture and is part of the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The codename for the Core 7 360 is Wildcat Lake, and the codename for the Core i5-14500T is Raptor Lake-R.

The process node difference is substantial: 3 nm for the Core 7 360 versus 10 nm for the Core i5-14500T. Both processors are manufactured by Intel. The Core 7 360 does not have a recorded die size, while the Core i5-14500T has a die size of 215 mm².

Cache architecture differs in both size and organization. The Core 7 360 uses a larger per-core L1 cache (192 KB versus 80 KB) and a larger per-core L2 cache (2.5 MB versus 1.25 MB). However, the Core i5-14500T has a much larger shared L3 cache at 24 MB compared to the 6 MB shared L3 cache of the Core 7 360. This larger shared L3 cache on the Core i5-14500T benefits workloads that require frequent access to a larger working set of data.

The core and thread counts reflect a fundamental design difference. The Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, indicating no hyper-threading on its 6 cores. The Core i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads, indicating a hybrid architecture with a mix of performance and efficiency cores. This thread count advantage directly contributes to its multi-threaded benchmark wins.

The memory architecture differs, with the Core 7 360 using a single-channel memory bus and the Core i5-14500T using a dual-channel memory bus. The Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Core i5-14500T supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Core i5-14500T includes ECC memory support, which is absent on the Core 7 360.

The integrated graphics differ in architecture. The Core 7 360 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the Core i5-14500T uses UHD Graphics 770. The PCIe interface also differs: the Core 7 360 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes, and the Core i5-14500T supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Core i5-14500T offers a more capable PCIe interface for desktop expansion, while the Core 7 360 is designed for the mobile platform with a more power-efficient configuration.