Intel Core 9 273PE vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data presents a fascinating split between these two Intel desktop processors. The Intel Core i9-14900 claims 12 benchmark wins, while the Intel Core 9 273PE secures 5. This alone suggests a clear overall performance advantage for the i9-14900, but the nature of those wins tells a more nuanced story.

The most dramatic result belongs to the Core 9 273PE in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it scores 4417 against the i9-14900's 2212. That is a 99.7% advantage, nearly doubling the older chip's single-thread score. This is the single largest delta in the entire comparison and indicates a fundamental difference in how these two processors handle lightly threaded workloads. The Core 9 273PE also wins Cinebench R15 single-core by a substantial 41.3%, scoring 445 versus 315.

Yet the Cinebench R20 single-core test flips the narrative. Here the i9-14900 wins with 2245 points against 1855, a 17.4% margin. The inconsistency between R15, R20, and R23 single-core results is striking. The Core 9 273PE dominates R15 and R23, but loses R20 by a wide margin. This suggests workload-specific behavior rather than a simple clock speed advantage.

Multi-core results are more consistent. The i9-14900 wins Cinebench R15 multi-core with 4793 against 3153, a 34.2% lead. In Cinebench R20 multi-core it takes 15910 against 13140, another 17.4% win. But Cinebench R23 multi-core is essentially a tie: the Core 9 273PE edges ahead with 31288 versus 31070, a mere 0.7% margin. The i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, yet the R23 multi-core result shows nearly identical throughput.

The PassMark suite heavily favors the i9-14900. Data compression goes to the i9-14900 with 550271 against 405885, a 26.2% lead. Data encryption shows a 32.3% advantage for the i9-14900 (33540 versus 22719). Extended instructions favor the i9-14900 by 19.6% (30624 versus 24630). Integer math goes to the i9-14900 by 20.3% (175010 versus 139410). Floating-point math shows a 10.3% gap (120262 versus 107884). Random string sorting delivers a 26.1% win for the i9-14900 (61060 versus 45098).

The PassMark multithread test gives the i9-14900 a 17.4% win (44578 versus 36810), and the single-thread test also favors the i9-14900 by 15.6% (4323 versus 3650).

The Core 9 273PE does find two additional wins in the PassMark suite. It takes find prime numbers with 203 versus 188, an 8% margin. Physics testing gives it a 25.5% win (3120 versus 2486).

The average benchmark score reflects this overall split. The i9-14900 averages 58115, while the Core 9 273PE averages 49845. That is a 14.2% gap in the database's aggregate metric. The percentile rankings also differ: the i9-14900 sits at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 9 273PE sits at the 90th.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE scores 4417, which is 99.7% higher than the Intel Core i9-14900's 2212 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: How does the multi-core Cinebench R15 result compare?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 wins Cinebench R15 multi-core with 4793 points, a 34.2% advantage over the Core 9 273PE's 3153 points.

Q: What does the PassMark multithread test show?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 scores 44578 in PassMark multithread, beating the Core 9 273PE's 36810 by 17.4%.

Q: Is there any multi-core test where the Core 9 273PE wins?

A: Yes, in Cinebench R23 multi-core the Core 9 273PE scores 31288 against 31070, a 0.7% margin over the i9-14900.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has an average benchmark score of 58115, while the Intel Core 9 273PE averages 49845.

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each processor in the database?

A: The Core 9 273PE's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388, which scores 49796, just 0.1% away. The i9-14900's nearest rival is the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M at 58323, a 0.4% difference.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core i9-14900 for most workloads. It wins 12 of 17 head-to-head tests and holds a 14.2% higher average benchmark score. The i9-14900 dominates in data compression, encryption, integer math, floating-point math, multithread performance, and single-thread PassMark tests. Its 92nd percentile ranking versus the 90th for the Core 9 273PE confirms this aggregate advantage.

The Core 9 273PE is not without merit. Its Cinebench R23 single-core result is exceptional, showing a 99.7% advantage over the i9-14900. This suggests strongly optimized single-thread performance in certain rendering workloads. It also wins physics testing by 25.5% and find prime numbers by 8%.

The curious case is Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Core 9 273PE essentially matches the i9-14900 despite having half the cores. This indicates the Core 9 273PE's 12 cores and 24 threads can deliver comparable throughput to the i9-14900's 24 cores and 32 threads in this specific test. The 0.7% margin is within noise, but it is a meaningful data point.

The i9-14900 is the safer choice for mixed workloads, given its wins across most PassMark tests and consistent multi-core advantages. The Core 9 273PE suits scenarios where Cinebench R23 single-core performance and physics workloads are prioritized.

Specification Differences

The two processors share several specifications. Both use the Intel Socket 1700, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, feature dual-channel memory buses, offer ECC memory support, and provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Both have 80 KB L1 cache per core, 2 MB L2 cache per core, and 36 MB shared L3 cache. Both have a 65 W TDP and a launch MSRP of $549.

Core counts differ significantly. The Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks are close: 2.30 GHz for the Core 9 273PE and 2.00 GHz for the i9-14900. Boost clocks are similarly close: 5.70 GHz versus 5.80 GHz.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 9 273PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i9-14900 uses UHD Graphics 770. The i9-14900 has a die size of 257 mm², while the Core 9 273PE has no recorded die size. Memory bandwidth differs as well: the Core 9 273PE records 89.6 GB/s, while the i9-14900 has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 9 273PE carries part number SA4QD, while the i9-14900 carries SRN3V.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 9 273PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation designation. The Intel Core i9-14900 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename and a Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. Both are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and fabricated by Intel.

The release dates differ. The Core 9 273PE entered the database with a release date of 2026-03-08, while the i9-14900 was released on 2024-01-07. The i9-14900 has a formal series designation of Core 14th Gen, while the Core 9 273PE has no series listed.

Cache hierarchies are identical in structure: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. The key architectural difference is core count and thread count, with the i9-14900 offering double the cores. Despite this, the Core 9 273PE achieves comparable or better results in specific single-threaded tests, indicating architectural improvements in the Bartlett Lake design.

The i9-14900 carries a full architecture name (Raptor Lake) and a known die size of 257 mm², while the Core 9 273PE has no architecture name or die size recorded. Both support the same memory types, PCIe generation, and lane counts.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 wins in data-heavy and compute-heavy workloads. Data compression shows a 26.2% advantage, data encryption a 32.3% advantage, and extended instructions a 19.6% advantage. Integer math, floating-point math, and random string sorting all favor the i9-14900 by margins ranging from 10.3% to 26.1%. PassMark multithread and single-thread tests also go to the i9-14900, with 17.4% and 15.6% leads respectively.

The i9-14900 also wins in Cinebench R15 multi-core and R20 multi-core, with 34.2% and 17.4% leads. Cinebench R20 single-core goes to the i9-14900 by 17.4%. This processor is the stronger choice for compression, encryption, general math, and most multi-threaded rendering tasks.

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in Cinebench R23 single-core by a massive 99.7% and Cinebench R15 single-core by 41.3%. It also takes Cinebench R23 multi-core by a narrow 0.7%. PassMark physics gives it a 25.5% win, and find prime numbers gives it an 8% win.

The Core 9 273PE excels in single-threaded Cinebench workloads and physics calculations. Its 12 cores and 24 threads deliver competitive multi-core results in Cinebench R23, matching the i9-14900 despite the core count disadvantage. For workloads that resemble Cinebench R23 single-core or physics simulations, the Core 9 273PE is the data-backed choice.

The overall picture from the database: the i9-14900 is the more broadly capable processor, winning most tests and holding a higher average benchmark score and percentile ranking. The Core 9 273PE is a specialist, with exceptional single-core rendering performance and physics results that outpace the i9-14900.