Intel Core 9 273PQE vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 39190 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 18161. The Core 9 273PQE leads by 115.8% in that test.

Q: How does the single-core performance compare between the two CPUs?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 5532 versus 2564 for the Intel Core i5-14401E. The delta is 115.8% in favor of the Core 9 273PQE.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Core 9 273PQE doubles both counts.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both processors support ECC memory. The database lists eccMemory as true for both the Intel Core 9 273PQE and the Intel Core i5-14401E.

Q: What are the socket requirements for each CPU?

A: Both processors use Intel Socket 1700. The Intel Core 9 273PQE and the Intel Core i5-14401E are compatible with the same socket.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each processor against all CPUs in the database?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE ranks in the 93rd percentile, while the Intel Core i5-14401E ranks in the 60th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying architecture. The Intel Core 9 273PQE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R and belongs to the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. Both are fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, but the design philosophies differ.

The core configuration is the most visible architectural split. The Intel Core 9 273PQE provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E provides 6 cores and 12 threads. This doubling of resources directly influences multi-threaded workloads. Cache organization also differs: the Core 9 273PQE has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 36 MB of shared L3 cache, whereas the Core i5-14401E has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3. Both share the same 80 KB L1 cache per core.

Clock behavior separates the two as well. The Core 9 273PQE has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The Core i5-14401E starts at 2.50 GHz base and boosts to 4.70 GHz. This 1.20 GHz boost advantage for the Core 9 273PQE contributes to its single-threaded lead. The thermal design power differs substantially: 125 watts for the Core 9 273PQE versus 65 watts for the Core i5-14401E, indicating a higher power envelope for the larger chip.

Memory support is identical on the specification sheet: both accept DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. The Core 9 273PQE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401E does not have a recorded bandwidth figure. PCIe connectivity matches at Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics differ: the Core 9 273PQE carries UHD Graphics 770, while the Core i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730.

Die size is recorded only for the Core i5-14401E at 215 mm². The Core 9 273PQE has no die size entry. Both processors are locked, with multiplierUnlocked set to false. The Core 9 273PQE has a launch MSRP of $589, while the Core i5-14401E has no recorded launch price. The Core 9 273PQE was released in March 2026, and the Core i5-14401E in June 2024.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data covers six Cinebench tests, and the Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all six with a consistent margin. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Core 9 273PQE scores 3950 against 1830 for the Core i5-14401E, a 115.8% advantage. Single-core R15 shows 557 versus 258, a 115.9% lead. These are nearly identical percentage gaps, suggesting the performance difference scales uniformly across core count and clock speed.

Cinebench R20 follows the same pattern. Multi-core results put the Core 9 273PQE at 16459 and the Core i5-14401E at 7627, another 115.8% gap. Single-core R20 scores are 2323 and 1076, with the Core 9 273PQE ahead by 115.9%. The consistency across R15 and R20 indicates that the architectural advantages of the Core 9 273PQE translate directly into both threaded and unthreaded workloads.

Cinebench R23, the most demanding test in this set, shows the largest absolute numbers. The Core 9 273PQE reaches 39190 in multi-core, while the Core i5-14401E manages 18161. That is a 115.8% difference. Single-core R23 scores are 5532 for the Core 9 273PQE and 2564 for the Core i5-14401E, a 115.8% gap. The Core 9 273PQE's multi-core score is more than double the Core i5-14401E, which aligns with its doubled core and thread count.

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for these scores. The Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66099, sitting just 0.1% behind the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus and 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. The Core i5-14401E has an average score of 5253, which is 0.1% behind the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11700B. The Core 9 273PQE's percentile ranking of 93 places it well above the Core i5-14401E's 60th percentile.

The data shows no test where the Core i5-14401E pulls ahead. The wins tally is 6 for the Core 9 273PQE and 0 for the Core i5-14401E. This is a decisive sweep, and the margin is remarkably stable across all six benchmarks, which points to a fundamental performance tier difference rather than workload-specific behavior.

Specification Differences

The specification table reveals several distinct differences between the two processors. Core count: 12 for the Core 9 273PQE versus 6 for the Core i5-14401E. Thread count: 24 versus 12. Base clock: 3.40 GHz versus 2.50 GHz. Boost clock: 5.90 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. TDP: 125 watts versus 65 watts.

Cache configurations differ in L2 and L3. The Core 9 273PQE has 2 MB L2 per core and 36 MB shared L3. The Core i5-14401E has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 20 MB shared L3. L1 cache is the same at 80 KB per core. Memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s for the Core 9 273PQE, with no figure for the Core i5-14401E.

Codename and generation differ: Bartlett Lake for the Core 9 273PQE, Raptor Lake-R for the Core i5-14401E. The Core i5-14401E has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the Core 9 273PQE has none. Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 770 for the Core 9 273PQE, UHD Graphics 730 for the Core i5-14401E.

Release dates separate them by nearly two years: March 2026 for the Core 9 273PQE, June 2024 for the Core i5-14401E. The launch MSRP of $589 appears only for the Core 9 273PQE. Part numbers also differ: SA4Q9 for the Core 9 273PQE, Q49JSRNJS for the Core i5-14401E.

Identical fields include socket (Intel Socket 1700), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), ECC support (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes), market segment (desktop), production status (active), and multiplier lock (false).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins every recorded benchmark category. In multi-core Cinebench tests, its doubled core and thread counts produce roughly double the scores: 39190 versus 18161 in R23 multi-core. This makes it the clear choice for heavily threaded workloads such as rendering, compilation, and scientific simulation.

In single-core tests, the Core 9 273PQE also dominates, with the boost clock of 5.90 GHz providing a substantial edge over the 4.70 GHz boost of the Core i5-14401E. The single-core deltas are nearly identical to the multi-core deltas, which means the Core 9 273PQE does not sacrifice single-threaded responsiveness to achieve its multi-threaded lead.

The Core i5-14401E has no benchmark wins in the recorded data. Its lower TDP of 65 watts versus 125 watts suggests a more modest power footprint, but no performance test in the database validates an advantage. The Core i5-14401E's smaller L3 cache and lower thread count place it in a different performance tier, as reflected by its 60th percentile ranking against all CPUs.

The Core 9 273PQE's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, which it edges by 0.3% in average score, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, which sits 1.1% ahead. The Core i5-14401E's nearest rivals are older or lower-tier parts, such as the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 and the Intel Core i7-11700B, with deltas under 1%. This positions the Core 9 273PQE among high-end desktop processors, while the Core i5-14401E competes in the mid-range segment.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core 9 273PQE outperforms the Intel Core i5-14401E in every recorded test, with margins of roughly 115% across both single-core and multi-core Cinebench workloads. The Core 9 273PQE's 93rd percentile ranking against all CPUs, combined with an average benchmark score of 66099, places it in the upper echelon of the database. The Core i5-14401E's 60th percentile and average score of 5253 place it far lower.

For workloads that demand high core counts and maximum threads, the Core 9 273PQE delivers 24 threads and 36 MB of L3 cache, which translates to scores above 39000 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Core i5-14401E, with 12 threads and 20 MB of L3, tops out at 18161 in the same test. The difference is more than a linear scaling of core count; the Core 9 273PQE also has a higher boost clock, which helps in single-threaded scenarios where it scores 5532 versus 2564.

The Core i5-14401E remains a functional desktop processor, ranking in the 60th percentile and holding its own against rivals like the Intel Core i9-10850K, which it edges by 0.2%. But against the Core 9 273PQE, there is no recorded category where it gains ground. The wins tally is 6 to 0, and the deltas are consistent at approximately 115% for every test.

The choice depends on performance requirements. For multi-threaded applications where 24 threads and a large L3 cache matter, the Core 9 273PQE is the only option between these two. For lighter workloads where power draw is a concern, the Core i5-14401E's 65 watt TDP is lower, but the database does not record any performance advantage to justify that trade-off. The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy: the Core 9 273PQE leads in every measurable way, and the Core i5-14401E trails by a consistent, substantial margin.