Intel Core 9 273PE vs Intel Core i3-14100F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results across the full test suite show a decisive performance advantage for the Intel Core 9 273PE. Out of 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, the Core 9 273PE claims 15 wins, while the Intel Core i3-14100F takes 2 wins. The margin is consistently large in multi-threaded and compute-heavy workloads, with the Core 9 273PE often doubling or tripling the i3-14100F's output.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 9 273PE scores 31,288 against 13,084 for the i3-14100F, a delta of 139.1%. The single-core R23 result follows the same pattern: 4,417 versus 1,847, also a 139.1% delta. The R20 and R15 tests show nearly identical margins, with deltas of 139.1% and 139.2% respectively in both single and multi-core runs. This consistency across Cinebench versions indicates a fundamental throughput advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

PassMark integer math shows the Core 9 273PE at 139,410 versus 45,357, a 207.4% delta. Floating point math is similarly lopsided: 107,884 against 35,370, a 205% delta. Prime number finding, a test sensitive to raw integer throughput and cache behavior, produces a 232.8% delta (203 versus 61). These are the largest percentage gaps in the entire comparison, suggesting the Core 9 273PE's additional cores and larger shared cache deliver outsized gains in arithmetic-heavy tasks.

Data compression and encryption also favor the Core 9 273PE heavily. Compression scores are 405,885 versus 176,106, a 130.5% delta. Encryption shows a 154.6% delta (22,719 versus 8,922). Random string sorting, a memory-latency-sensitive test, records 45,098 against 17,596, a 156.3% delta. Extended instructions, which exercise SIMD and newer instruction sets, come in at 24,630 versus 11,984, a 105.5% delta.

The only two wins for the i3-14100F are in PassMark single-thread tests. The i3-14100F scores 3,778 in PassMark single-thread, while the Core 9 273PE scores 3,650, a delta of -3.4% in favor of the i3-14100F. The identical result appears in the passmark_singlethread entry, confirming this is not a measurement artifact. This single-thread edge is modest but consistent.

The average benchmark score in the database places the Core 9 273PE at 49,845, which sits in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The i3-14100F averages 18,519, placing it in the 72nd percentile. The Core 9 273PE's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (49,796, +0.1%) and the Intel Core i5-14600KF (49,394, +0.9%). The i3-14100F's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-13420H (18,511, 0%) and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE (18,505, +0.1%). These positioning data confirm that the Core 9 273PE competes in a much higher performance tier, while the i3-14100F sits near other entry-level parts.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE dominates every multi-threaded and mixed workload category. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests all show deltas above 139%, which indicates the 12-core, 24-thread configuration scales effectively across all render threads. PassMark multi-thread scores 36,810 against 15,420, a 138.7% delta. Physics simulation, which often benefits from higher core counts and consistent memory bandwidth, shows a 189.7% delta (3,120 versus 1,077). For any workload that can utilize more than a few threads, the Core 9 273PE is clearly the stronger part.

The i3-14100F wins exclusively in PassMark single-thread tests. Its 3,778 score versus 3,650 is a 3.4% margin. This suggests the i3-14100F's higher base clock of 3.50 GHz (versus 2.30 GHz for the Core 9 273PE) gives it a slight advantage in lightly threaded, latency-bound tasks where boost clocks are less relevant. The i3-14100F's boost clock is 4.70 GHz, while the Core 9 273PE boosts to 5.70 GHz, yet the measured single-thread score still favors the i3-14100F. This could reflect differences in thermal management or sustained clock behavior under the test's specific load profile.

For users running applications that are strictly single-threaded and cannot use additional cores, the i3-14100F offers a small edge. For everything else, including compilation, rendering, data processing, and encryption, the Core 9 273PE's lead grows with thread count and workload intensity. The largest deltas appear in integer and floating-point math, where the Core 9 273PE is roughly three times faster than the i3-14100F.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE scores 31,288 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core i3-14100F scores 13,084. This is a 139.1% delta in favor of the Core 9 273PE.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-14100F win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark single-thread and PassMark singlethread tests, scoring 3,778 versus 3,650 for the Core 9 273PE, a -3.4% delta in favor of the i3-14100F.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in encryption performance?

A: The Core 9 273PE scores 22,719 in PassMark data encryption, while the i3-14100F scores 8,922, a 154.6% delta. The Core 9 273PE is substantially faster.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each CPU?

A: The Core 9 273PE has an average benchmark score of 49,845, placing it in the 90th percentile. The i3-14100F averages 18,519, placing it in the 72nd percentile.

Q: Which CPU has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Core 9 273PE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i3-14100F has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 9 273PE and the Intel Core i3-14100F have ECC memory support enabled.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ significantly in core and thread counts. The Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are 2.30 GHz for the Core 9 273PE and 3.50 GHz for the i3-14100F. Boost clocks are 5.70 GHz and 4.70 GHz respectively. Thermal design power is 65 W for the Core 9 273PE and 58 W for the i3-14100F.

Cache hierarchies diverge in L2 and L3. The Core 9 273PE has 2 MB of L2 per core and 36 MB of shared L3. The i3-14100F has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both.

Memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s for the Core 9 273PE, while the i3-14100F has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 9 273PE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the i3-14100F has no integrated graphics (N/A). Both use the same Intel Socket 1700 and support PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Die size is recorded only for the i3-14100F at 163 mm². The release dates are 2026-03-08 for the Core 9 273PE and 2024-01-07 for the i3-14100F. The launch MSRP for the Core 9 273PE is $549. The launch MSRP for the i3-14100F is $109.

Architecture Differences

The Core 9 273PE is based on Bartlett Lake, while the i3-14100F uses Raptor Lake-R. Both are built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The Core 9 273PE is listed as generation "Core 9 (Bartlett Lake)", while the i3-14100F is "Core i3 (Raptor Lake Refresh)". The i3-14100F has an explicit architecture label of Raptor Lake, whereas the Core 9 273PE has no architecture field beyond its codename.

Neither processor has a recorded transistor count. The die size is only available for the i3-14100F at 163 mm². Both are active production parts and target the desktop market segment.

The Core 9 273PE's 12 cores and 24 threads suggest a hybrid or fully multithreaded design capable of high parallel throughput. The i3-14100F's 4 cores and 8 threads represent a more conventional entry-level configuration. Both have locked multipliers, so overclocking is not supported on either part.

The Core 9 273PE includes integrated graphics, which the i3-14100F lacks. This means the i3-14100F requires a discrete GPU for any display output, while the Core 9 273PE can operate with its UHD Graphics 730.

Memory support is identical in type (DDR4, DDR5) and channel configuration (dual-channel). ECC support is present on both. PCIe implementation is also identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly separates these two processors into different performance classes. The Intel Core 9 273PE wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, with deltas ranging from 105.5% in extended instructions to 232.8% in prime number finding. Its average benchmark score of 49,845 places it in the 90th percentile, alongside rivals like the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 and Intel Core i5-14600KF, both within 1% of its average score.

The Intel Core i3-14100F wins only the PassMark single-thread tests, with a 3.4% margin. Its average score of 18,519 puts it in the 72nd percentile, near the Intel Core i5-13420H and AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE. For single-threaded workloads where the i3-14100F's 3.50 GHz base clock provides a slight edge, it is the better choice. For any workload that scales across cores, the Core 9 273PE's 12 cores, 24 threads, and larger 36 MB L3 cache deliver performance that is typically more than double that of the i3-14100F.

The Core 9 273PE also includes integrated graphics, while the i3-14100F does not, making the Core 9 273PE a more self-contained option for systems without a discrete GPU. Both processors use the same socket, memory types, and PCIe configuration, so platform compatibility is similar, but the performance envelope is not.

Data from the database indicates that the Core 9 273PE is positioned for demanding multi-threaded workloads such as rendering, simulation, and data processing. The i3-14100F is positioned for entry-level desktops where single-thread speed and lower power consumption (58 W versus 65 W) are priorities. The choice between them depends entirely on whether the workload is multi-threaded or single-threaded, since the Core 9 273PE dominates in all but the two single-thread PassMark tests.