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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Core 9 270H wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE takes 3 wins. The margins, however, tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

Starting with the Cinebench suite, the results are contradictory across versions. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the 270H scores 2464 against 2060 for the 273PTE, a 19.6% advantage. The R15 single-core test shows a nearly identical margin, with the 270H at 347 versus 290, also 19.7% ahead. The R20 tests mirror this pattern: multicore scores of 10268 versus 8586 (19.6% delta) and single-core of 1449 versus 1212 (19.6% delta). However, the newer Cinebench R23 results flip the outcome. In R23 multicore, the 273PTE scores 20445 against 18000 for the 270H, a 12% margin. The R23 single-core result is even more decisive: 2886 versus 2040, a 29.3% advantage for the 273PTE.

The Passmark suite largely favors the 270H. Data compression shows 333785 versus 258704, a 29% lead. Data encryption delivers the largest margin of the entire comparison: 19369 versus 14253, a 35.9% advantage. Extended instructions follow at 25.9% (20079 versus 15952). Floating point math shows 70640 versus 60673, a 16.4% edge. Integer math lands at 18.5% (97654 versus 82411). Multithread performance sits at 19.6% (28764 versus 24054). Random string sorting shows 36867 versus 28973, a 27.2% margin. Single-thread Passmark scores favor the 270H by 14.9% (3944 versus 3433). The closest Passmark race is physics, where the 270H wins by only 2.6% (1966 versus 1917).

The 273PTE's third win comes in Passmark find prime numbers, scoring 142 against 112, a 21.1% advantage. This workload, combined with the R23 results, suggests the 273PTE has a distinct strength in certain integer-heavy or newer-optimized tasks.

Average benchmark scores place the 270H at 38335, which sits in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The 273PTE averages 31143, placing in the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the 270H include the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (38312, 0.1% behind), the Intel Xeon w3-2525 (38392, 0.1% ahead), and the Intel Core i5-13600HX (38261, 0.2% behind). For the 273PTE, the nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-12700F (31081, 0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (31074, 0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE (31028, 0.4% behind).

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is fundamental. The 270H uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-H, part of the Core 9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The 273PTE uses Bartlett Lake architecture with the codename Bartlett Lake, part of the Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation. Both are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and fabricated by Intel.

Core counts differ meaningfully. The 270H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the 273PTE has 12 cores but 24 threads. This indicates a different core type mix. The 270H likely uses fewer hyper-threaded performance cores, while the 273PTE has more threads per core, which helps explain its R23 multicore win despite fewer physical cores.

Cache configurations also diverge. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core. The L3 cache, however, is notably different: the 270H has 24 MB shared, while the 273PTE has 36 MB shared. The larger L3 on the 273PTE likely contributes to its prime number and R23 single-core performance.

Clock speeds favor the 270H. Its base clock is 2.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.80 GHz. The 273PTE has a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 270H's higher base clock and boost ceiling explain its broad Passmark dominance, while the 273PTE's lower base clock suggests it relies on boost behavior and cache efficiency.

Memory support is similar on the surface: both support DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. The 273PTE, however, has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the 270H has no recorded bandwidth figure in the database. The 273PTE also supports ECC memory, which the 270H does not.

PCIe connectivity differs. The 270H provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the 273PTE more expansion headroom for desktop workloads.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The 270H uses Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while the 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. The 270H's integrated solution is more capable for graphics tasks, though neither is positioned as a gaming GPU.

Sockets and market segments are entirely different. The 270H uses Intel BGA 1744 and is classified as a Mobile processor. The 273PTE uses Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a Desktop processor. This is the most fundamental distinction: one is designed for laptops, the other for desktops.

Release dates place the 270H first at 2024-12-17, with the 273PTE following on 2026-03-08. Both are currently marked as Active production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The 270H has the part number SRQ6V, while the 273PTE has SA4QJ.

The Verdict

The data indicates two processors with opposite design goals. The 270H is a mobile part that wins most benchmarks on raw throughput. Across the Passmark suite, it leads in 10 of 11 tests, with margins ranging from 2.6% in physics to 35.9% in data encryption. Its 14 cores and higher clock speeds (2.70 GHz base, 5.80 GHz boost) deliver consistent performance across diverse workloads.

The 273PTE is a desktop part that wins the newer Cinebench R23 tests and prime number finding. Its 12 cores with 24 threads, combined with 36 MB of L3 cache, give it an edge in workloads that benefit from larger cache and more threads per core. The R23 single-core margin of 29.3% is substantial, and the R23 multicore margin of 12% confirms this is not a fluke.

For mobile users, the 270H is the clear choice based on its 14 wins, higher average benchmark score (38335 versus 31143), and superior integrated graphics. For desktop users, the 273PTE offers ECC memory support, more PCIe lanes (16 versus 8), and wins in the most recent Cinebench version. The 273PTE also has a higher thread count (24 versus 20), which may matter for threaded desktop workloads.

The percentile placement reinforces the gap: the 270H sits at 86th percentile versus 82nd for the 273PTE. The average score difference is 7192 points, a 23.1% gap. Yet the R23 results show the 273PTE is not simply slower; it is faster in specific modern workloads.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 9 270H | Intel Core 9 273PTE |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 14 | 12 |

| Threads | 20 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.80 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1744 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Bartlett Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-H | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Core 9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-12-17 | 2026-03-08 |

| Part Number | SRQ6V | SA4QJ |

Both processors share a 45 TDP, 10 nm process node, Intel foundry, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and locked multipliers. The launch MSRP for the 270H is $697, and for the 273PTE it is $549.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 9 270H has 14 cores, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 24 threads, while the Intel Core 9 270H has 20 threads.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins with a score of 20445 versus 18000 for the 270H, a 12% margin.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 9 270H does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 270H has a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: What is the market segment for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 9 270H is classified as Mobile, and the Intel Core 9 273PTE is classified as Desktop.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 270H wins in the majority of benchmarks. Its 14 wins cover all Passmark tests except find prime numbers, plus Cinebench R15 and R20 in both single-core and multicore. The largest margins are in data encryption (35.9%), data compression (29%), and random string sorting (27.2%). This processor is suited for mobile workloads requiring broad general performance, from encryption to floating point math to integer operations. Its higher base clock (2.70 GHz) and boost clock (5.80 GHz) drive consistent leads across diverse tasks. The 270H also carries Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, which is more capable than the 273PTE's UHD Graphics 730.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins in 3 benchmarks: Cinebench R23 multicore (20445 versus 18000, 12% margin), Cinebench R23 single-core (2886 versus 2040, 29.3% margin), and Passmark find prime numbers (142 versus 112, 21.1% margin). These wins cluster around newer Cinebench versions and a specific integer workload. The 273PTE's 36 MB L3 cache and 24 threads likely drive these results. For desktop workloads that rely on cache-heavy, high-thread-count tasks, or for users needing ECC memory and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, the 273PTE is the stronger option. Its lower base clock (1.40 GHz) means it relies more on boost behavior, but the R23 single-core result shows the boost ceiling is effective.