Intel Core 9 270H vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 9 273PE, which wins 15 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 9 270H claims only 2 wins, both in the PassMark single-thread tests. The margin of victory for the 273PE is substantial across nearly every workload category, with the largest gaps appearing in rendering and single-core Cinebench tests.

The most striking difference appears in Cinebench R23 multicore, where the 273PE scores 31288 against the 270H's 18000, a delta of -42.5% from the 270H's perspective. This means the 273PE outperforms the 270H by roughly 74% in this test, indicating a major advantage in sustained multi-threaded rendering workloads. The single-core Cinebench R23 result shows an even larger relative gap: the 273PE scores 4417 while the 270H manages 2040, a delta of -53.8%. This is the largest percentage difference in the entire dataset, suggesting the 273PE's architecture delivers far superior per-thread performance in this specific benchmark.

The Cinebench R15 and R20 results follow a similar pattern. In R15 multicore, the 273PE scores 3153 versus 2464 for the 270H, a delta of -21.9%. The R15 single-core test shows the 273PE at 445 and the 270H at 347, also a -22% delta. R20 multicore gives the 273PE 13140 against 10268, again a -21.9% delta, and R20 single-core shows 1855 versus 1449, once more a -21.9% delta. These consistent percentages across the older Cinebench versions suggest a uniform performance advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

PassMark results reinforce the pattern but with varying magnitudes. The largest PassMark gap appears in find prime numbers, where the 273PE scores 203 against the 270H's 112, a delta of -44.8%. Floating point math shows the 273PE at 107884 versus 70640, a -34.5% delta. Integer math gives the 273PE 139410 against 97654, a -30% delta. Physics testing shows 3120 versus 1966, a -37% delta. Data compression sees the 273PE at 405885 versus 333785, a -17.8% delta. Extended instructions show 24630 versus 20079, an -18.5% delta. Random string sorting gives 45098 versus 36867, a -18.3% delta. Data encryption shows 22719 versus 19369, a -14.7% delta. Finally, PassMark multithread gives the 273PE 36810 versus 28764, a -21.9% delta.

The sole exception to this dominance is PassMark single-thread, where the 270H scores 3944 and the 273PE scores 3650, giving the 270H an 8.1% advantage. This is the only test where the 270H leads, and it appears twice in the dataset as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, confirming the result. The 270H's higher boost clock of 5.80 GHz versus 5.70 GHz likely contributes to this single-thread edge, though the Cinebench single-core results contradict this trend by favoring the 273PE heavily.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the majority of benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests. The Intel Core 9 270H wins only the two PassMark single-thread tests.

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

A: The largest gap is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the 273PE scores 4417 versus 2040 for the 270H, a delta of -53.8% from the 270H's perspective.

Q: Does the 270H have any advantage in synthetic benchmarks?

A: Yes, the 270H leads in PassMark single-thread with a score of 3944 versus 3650 for the 273PE, an 8.1% advantage. This appears in both single-thread test entries in the database.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The 273PE scores 31288 while the 270H scores 18000, giving the 273PE a -42.5% delta advantage over the 270H in this test.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The 273PE has an average benchmark score of 49845, while the 270H averages 38335. The 273PE also ranks higher in percentile, at 90 versus 86 for the 270H.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 9 270H and the Intel Core 9 273PE have an active production status in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core 9 270H is built on Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-H, part of the Core 9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The Intel Core 9 273PE uses the codename Bartlett Lake and belongs to the Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation, with no specific architecture designation recorded. Both are manufactured on a 10 nm process node by Intel's foundry.

Core configuration differs significantly. The 270H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads. This means the 273PE delivers more threads per core, indicating a different core topology such as hyper-threading on fewer physical cores versus a mix of performance and efficiency cores on the 270H. The 270H's higher core count does not translate into better multi-threaded performance, as the benchmark data consistently favors the 273PE.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both processors share the same per-core L1 cache at 80 KB and per-core L2 cache at 2 MB. However, the L3 cache differs substantially: the 270H has 24 MB shared while the 273PE has 36 MB shared. This 12 MB difference in L3 capacity likely contributes to the 273PE's superior performance in memory-intensive workloads such as data compression and extended instructions.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The 270H uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, while the 273PE uses UHD Graphics 730. The 270H's more capable iGPU reflects its mobile positioning, while the 273PE's simpler graphics solution aligns with desktop use where discrete GPUs are common.

The memory bus is dual-channel for both, and both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The 273PE records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the 270H has no bandwidth figure recorded. ECC memory support also differs: the 273PE supports ECC memory, while the 270H does not. PCIe connectivity shows the 273PE with Gen 5 and 16 lanes (CPU only), while the 270H has Gen 5 but only 8 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show several clear differences between the two processors. Core count differs: the 270H has 14 cores versus 12 for the 273PE. Thread count reverses the relationship, with the 273PE at 24 threads versus 20 for the 270H. Base clocks differ at 2.70 GHz for the 270H and 2.30 GHz for the 273PE. Boost clocks are closer but still distinct: 5.80 GHz for the 270H and 5.70 GHz for the 273PE.

Thermal design power shows a substantial difference. The 270H has a TDP of 45 watts, while the 273PE has a TDP of 65 watts. This higher power envelope for the 273PE likely enables its sustained performance advantage. Socket compatibility also differs: the 270H uses Intel BGA 1744, while the 273PE uses Intel Socket 1700. This reflects the 270H's mobile soldered design versus the 273PE's desktop socketed design.

Market segments confirm this split: the 270H targets mobile, while the 273PE targets desktop. Release dates differ by over a year, with the 270H released on 2024-12-17 and the 273PE on 2026-03-08. Launch MSRP values are $697 for the 270H and $549 for the 273PE. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers are SRQ6V for the 270H and SA4QD for the 273PE.

The L3 cache differs as noted: 24 MB for the 270H versus 36 MB for the 273PE. ECC memory support is present only on the 273PE. The 273PE also records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the 270H has no such figure. PCIe lane count differs at 8 lanes for the 270H versus 16 lanes for the 273PE, both Gen 5 and CPU only. Integrated graphics differ between Iris Xe Graphics 96EU and UHD Graphics 730.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE dominates across nearly every benchmark category recorded in the database. Its wins span Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multicore tests, covering the full range of rendering and ray-tracing workloads. PassMark wins include data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, find prime numbers, floating point math, integer math, multithread, physics, and random string sorting. This broad coverage indicates the 273PE excels in productivity tasks, scientific computing, content creation, and general multi-threaded applications.

The 273PE's largest margins appear in Cinebench R23 single-core (-53.8%) and find prime numbers (-44.8%), suggesting particular strength in integer-heavy and single-threaded computational tasks. Its 74% advantage in R23 multicore also establishes it as the clear choice for software rendering, video encoding, and other workloads that scale with thread count and sustained clock speeds.

The Intel Core 9 270H wins only the PassMark single-thread test, with a score of 3944 versus 3650 for the 273PE, an 8.1% margin. This indicates the 270H has an edge in lightly-threaded applications that depend on maximum boost frequency, such as certain legacy software, some game engines with limited thread utilization, or responsive UI tasks. However, this advantage is narrow and does not extend to Cinebench single-core tests, where the 273PE leads by a wide margin.

For users running mostly single-threaded PassMark-style workloads, the 270H offers a modest advantage. For everything else, the 273PE's consistent and often large leads make it the stronger performer. The 273PE also holds a higher percentile ranking at 90 versus 86, and a higher average benchmark score at 49845 versus 38335, confirming its overall superiority in the recorded data.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the Intel Core 9 273PE for almost every use case. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, with particularly large margins in Cinebench R23 multicore (31288 versus 18000) and Cinebench R23 single-core (4417 versus 2040). Its higher thread count of 24 versus 20, larger L3 cache of 36 MB versus 24 MB, higher TDP of 65 watts versus 45 watts, and PCIe lane count of 16 versus 8 all support its role as a desktop-oriented processor built for sustained heavy workloads. The 273PE also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the 270H, and records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

The Intel Core 9 270H serves a different purpose. Its BGA 1744 socket, 45 watt TDP, and mobile market segment position it for laptops and compact systems where power efficiency and space matter. Its 14 cores and 20 threads provide adequate multi-threading for mobile use, and its higher boost clock of 5.80 GHz contributes to its PassMark single-thread win at 3944 versus 3650. The 270H's Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units offers more capable integrated graphics than the 273PE's UHD Graphics 730, which is relevant for systems without discrete GPUs.

The verdict from the data is straightforward. Desktop users seeking maximum performance in rendering, computation, and multi-threaded applications should select the Intel Core 9 273PE, which outperforms the 270H in every Cinebench test and nearly all PassMark tests. Mobile users who need a processor for laptops and value single-thread PassMark performance, along with a stronger integrated GPU, may prefer the Intel Core 9 270H. The 273PE's higher percentile ranking (90 versus 86) and higher average score (49845 versus 38335) reinforce its position as the more capable processor overall, while the 270H remains a solid mobile option with a specific single-thread strength.