Intel Core 9 273PE vs Intel Core i5-14500 Comparison

Intel Core 9 273PE and Intel Core i5-14500 are both desktop processors on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, but the benchmark data shows they occupy very different performance tiers. The Core 9 273PE wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the i5-14500 takes only 2. The average benchmark score for the Core 9 273PE is 49845, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, while the i5-14500 averages 38531, sitting in the 86th percentile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most dramatic separation occurs in Cinebench R23. In the multicore test, the Core 9 273PE scores 31288 against 15012 for the i5-14500, a 108.4% advantage. The single-core R23 result is even more lopsided: 4417 versus 1917, a 130.4% delta. These are the two largest percentage gaps in the entire comparison. The R15 multicore test shows a 29.5% lead (3153 vs 2435), while the R20 multicore test shows a 19.6% lead (13140 vs 10985). Single-core results in R15 and R20 are also strongly in favor of the Core 9 273PE, with deltas of 63% (445 vs 273) and 19.7% (1855 vs 1550) respectively.

PassMark results follow a similar pattern but with smaller margins. The Core 9 273PE leads in floating point math by 35.6% (107884 vs 79576), in integer math by 28.9% (139410 vs 108124), and in physics by 78.7% (3120 vs 1746). The find prime numbers test shows a 91.5% advantage (203 vs 106). Data compression favors the Core 9 273PE by 9.3% (405885 vs 371294), while data encryption shows a 5.9% edge (22719 vs 21457). Extended instructions are 9.6% higher (24630 vs 22473), and random string sorting is 10% higher (45098 vs 40980). The multithread PassMark score is 19.6% higher for the Core 9 273PE (36810 vs 30777).

The i5-14500 claims both of its wins in PassMark single-thread tests. It records 3952 in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, against 3650 for the Core 9 273PE, a 7.6% margin. This is the only area where the i5-14500 demonstrates a clear advantage, and it is notable because the Core 9 273PE wins every Cinebench single-core test by wide margins. The discrepancy suggests the two suites measure different aspects of single-thread performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same 10 nm process node and Intel foundry, but their internal designs diverge significantly. The Core 9 273PE is built on the Bartlett Lake architecture and belongs to the Core 9 generation. It uses 12 cores and 24 threads. The i5-14500 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. It has 14 cores but only 20 threads, indicating a different core configuration with fewer hyper-threaded cores.

Cache allocations differ substantially. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 9 273PE versus 1.25 MB per core on the i5-14500. The shared L3 cache is 36 MB on the Core 9 273PE, 50% larger than the 24 MB on the i5-14500. The Core 9 273PE has a larger die, though the database does not record a die size for it, while the i5-14500 measures 215 mm².

Clock speeds favor the Core 9 273PE in boost, with 5.70 GHz versus 5.00 GHz for the i5-14500. However, the i5-14500 has a higher base clock at 2.60 GHz versus 2.30 GHz. Both processors have a 65 W TDP, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, and enable ECC memory. The Core 9 273PE records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-14500 has no bandwidth figure in the database. PCIe support is identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 9 273PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-14500 uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 9 273PE was released in March 2026, while the i5-14500 arrived in January 2024. The launch MSRP of the Core 9 273PE is $549, and the launch MSRP of the i5-14500 is $232.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 9 273PE dominates in every multi-threaded workload recorded. Cinebench R23 multicore shows a 108.4% lead, and the physics test shows a 78.7% lead. The floating point math test favors it by 35.6%, and integer math by 28.9%. The find prime numbers test, which is heavily dependent on integer throughput and cache behavior, shows a 91.5% advantage. Data compression, encryption, and extended instruction workloads all favor the Core 9 273PE by single-digit to low-double-digit percentages. This processor is clearly built for sustained parallel workloads, content creation, and any task that scales with core count and cache size.

The i5-14500 wins only in PassMark single-thread tests. Its 3952 score versus 3650 represents a 7.6% advantage. This suggests that in certain single-threaded scenarios, the i5-14500 can outperform the Core 9 273PE despite the latter's higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 5.00 GHz. The i5-14500 also has a higher base clock of 2.60 GHz versus 2.30 GHz, which may contribute to its performance in workloads that do not sustain boost frequencies. The 14-core configuration of the i5-14500 may also provide better scheduling for certain legacy applications, even though it has fewer threads overall.

The data indicates a clear split: the Core 9 273PE is the choice for multi-threaded productivity and compute-heavy tasks, while the i5-14500 retains an edge in specific single-threaded benchmarks. The 86th percentile ranking of the i5-14500 is respectable, but the 90th percentile of the Core 9 273PE reflects its higher average score of 49845 versus 38531. The nearest rivals for the Core 9 273PE include the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 at 49796 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core i5-14600KF at 49394 (0.9% lower), the Intel Core i9-13980HX at 50398 (1.1% higher), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 at 50448 (1.2% higher). The i5-14500 sits close to the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T at 38561 (0.1% higher), the Intel Xeon w3-2525 at 38392 (0.4% lower), the Intel Core 9 270H at 38335 (0.5% lower), and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H at 38312 (0.6% lower).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores but only 20 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, giving it more threads despite fewer physical cores.

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

A: The largest gap is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Core 9 273PE leads by 130.4% (4417 vs 1917). The second largest is R23 multicore at 108.4% (31288 vs 15012).

Q: Does the i5-14500 win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins both PassMark single-thread tests. It scores 3952 in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, while the Core 9 273PE scores 3650, a 7.6% margin.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both have 80 KB L1 per core. The Core 9 273PE has 2 MB L2 per core and 36 MB shared L3. The i5-14500 has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 24 MB shared L3.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode and both enable ECC memory. The Core 9 273PE records 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the i5-14500.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Core 9 273PE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The i5-14500 has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Specification Differences

• Cores: 12 (Core 9 273PE) vs 14 (i5-14500)
• Threads: 24 (Core 9 273PE) vs 20 (i5-14500)
• Base clock: 2.30 GHz (Core 9 273PE) vs 2.60 GHz (i5-14500)
• Boost clock: 5.70 GHz (Core 9 273PE) vs 5.00 GHz (i5-14500)
• L2 cache: 2 MB per core (Core 9 273PE) vs 1.25 MB per core (i5-14500)
• L3 cache: 36 MB shared (Core 9 273PE) vs 24 MB shared (i5-14500)
• Die size: not recorded (Core 9 273PE) vs 215 mm² (i5-14500)
• Architecture: Bartlett Lake (Core 9 273PE) vs Raptor Lake (i5-14500)
• Codename: Bartlett Lake (Core 9 273PE) vs Raptor Lake-R (i5-14500)
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730 (Core 9 273PE) vs UHD Graphics 770 (i5-14500)
• Release date: March 2026 (Core 9 273PE) vs January 2024 (i5-14500)
• Launch MSRP: $549 (Core 9 273PE) vs $232 (i5-14500)
• Part number: SA4QD (Core 9 273PE) vs SRN3T (i5-14500)

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the Intel Core 9 273PE as the stronger processor for nearly all workloads. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, with its largest margins in Cinebench R23 multicore (108.4%) and single-core (130.4%). The 36 MB L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache support its performance in cache-sensitive tasks like the find prime numbers test, where it leads by 91.5%. The 24 threads provide clear advantages in physics (78.7% lead), floating point math (35.6% lead), and integer math (28.9% lead). Its average benchmark score of 49845 places it in the 90th percentile, and it trades closely with the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (0.1% delta) and the Intel Core i5-14600KF (0.9% delta).

The Intel Core i5-14500 remains relevant for single-threaded PassMark workloads, where it leads by 7.6%, and its 14 cores may benefit certain applications that prefer more physical cores over hyper-threading. Its 86th percentile ranking and average score of 38531 put it in a lower tier, but its nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T (0.1% delta) and the Intel Xeon w3-2525 (0.4% delta), show it is competitive within its segment. The higher base clock of 2.60 GHz versus 2.30 GHz may also matter for workloads that run at lower frequencies for extended periods.

For users selecting between these two on the same Intel Socket 1700 platform, the benchmark results indicate the Core 9 273PE is the better choice for multi-threaded rendering, physics simulation, and heavy compute tasks. The i5-14500 offers a single-thread PassMark advantage and a substantially lower launch MSRP, but the data shows no multi-threaded workload where it comes out ahead. The 65 W TDP is identical for both, so power envelope does not factor into the decision. The Core 9 273PE delivers higher boost clocks, more threads, and larger caches, which explains its dominance across the recorded benchmark suite.