Intel Core 9 273PQE vs Intel Core i9-14900F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the Intel Core 9 273PQE and the Intel Core i9-14900F shows a narrow overall victory for the i9-14900F, which wins 12 of the 17 recorded tests. However, the margins in most Cinebench workloads are minimal, while the Core 9 273PQE claims decisive victories in several specialized PassMark workloads.

In Cinebench testing, the i9-14900F leads consistently but by a uniform margin of 0.9% across all six tests. The multicore results show 3986 versus 3950 in R15, 16611 versus 16459 in R20, and 39551 versus 39190 in R23. Single-core results follow the same pattern: 562 versus 557 in R15, 2344 versus 2323 in R20, and 5583 versus 5532 in R23. These are tight margins that place both processors in the same performance tier for rendering and general CPU compute.

The PassMark suite reveals where the two chips diverge. The Core 9 273PQE wins data compression with a score of 585752, which is 3.8% ahead of the i9-14900F's 564207. The extended instructions test is a major win for the 273PQE, scoring 38743 against 31084, a 24.6% advantage. Floating point math also favors the 273PQE at 125546 versus 119550, a 5% lead. The single-thread PassMark score goes to the 273PQE as well, 4573 against 4506, a 1.5% margin.

The i9-14900F counters with substantial wins in other PassMark tests. Data encryption shows the i9-14900F at 34644 against 29636 for the 273PQE, a 14.5% lead. Random string sorting favors the i9-14900F by 16.6%, with scores of 63728 and 53167. Integer math goes to the i9-14900F at 177066 versus 164629, a 7% margin. Prime number finding shows 209 versus 198, a 5.3% lead, and physics testing shows 2899 versus 2754, a 5% advantage. The multithread PassMark score is nearly even, with the i9-14900F at 46532 and the 273PQE at 46107, a 0.9% difference.

The aggregate benchmark data shows the Core 9 273PQE with an average benchmark score of 66099 and a 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs. The i9-14900F averages 60008 and sits in the 92nd percentile. The nearest rivals for the 273PQE include the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus at 66159 (0.1% higher) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D at 65914 (0.3% lower), indicating the 273PQE performs in line with those processors. The i9-14900F's closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX at 60099 (0.2% higher) and the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX at 60104 (0.2% higher).

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same Intel Socket 1700, the same 10 nm process node, and the same foundry, Intel. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, both support ECC memory, and both offer PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The core configurations differ significantly. The Core 9 273PQE uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i9-14900F uses 24 cores and 32 threads. Despite fewer cores, the 273PQE posts higher base and boost clocks: 3.40 GHz base and 5.90 GHz boost, versus 2.00 GHz base and 5.80 GHz boost for the i9-14900F. The rated TDP also differs substantially, with the 273PQE listed at 125 watts and the i9-14900F at 65 watts.

Cache layouts are identical in structure: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The codenames differ, with the 273PQE based on Bartlett Lake and the i9-14900F based on Raptor Lake-R, part of the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture. The i9-14900F has a die size of 257 mm², while no die size is recorded for the 273PQE.

The integrated graphics differ. The 273PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the i9-14900F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A. Memory bandwidth is recorded for the 273PQE at 89.6 GB/s, while no figure is listed for the i9-14900F. The release dates are distinct, with the i9-14900F launching earlier and the 273PQE launching later. Both processors have locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900F has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: Does the Core 9 273PQE have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Core 9 273PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. The i9-14900F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: Which CPU wins the Cinebench R23 multicore test?

A: The i9-14900F wins with a score of 39551, which is 0.9% ahead of the Core 9 273PQE's 39190.

Q: Which CPU has the higher boost clock?

A: The Core 9 273PQE has a boost clock of 5.90 GHz, compared to 5.80 GHz for the i9-14900F.

Q: How do the two compare in data compression performance?

A: The Core 9 273PQE wins the PassMark data compression test with a score of 585752, 3.8% ahead of the i9-14900F's 564207.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 9 273PQE and the i9-14900F support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66099, compared to 60008 for the i9-14900F.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that the Intel Core i9-14900F is the stronger choice for general multicore rendering workloads and several integer-heavy PassMark tests, while the Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in specialized instruction execution, floating point math, data compression, and single-thread PassMark performance.

The i9-14900F wins every Cinebench test, from R15 through R23, by 0.9%. It also wins PassMark multithread, integer math, data encryption, random string sorting, prime number finding, and physics tests. The Core 9 273PQE counters with wins in data compression, extended instructions, floating point math, and PassMark single-thread tests.

The average benchmark score favors the 273PQE at 66099 versus 60008, and the 273PQE sits at the 93rd percentile versus the 92nd percentile for the i9-14900F. The nearest rivals for each processor confirm the positioning: the 273PQE competes with the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, while the i9-14900F competes with the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX and AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX.

The i9-14900F offers more cores and threads, a larger core count at 24 versus 12, and a lower TDP of 65 watts compared to 125 watts. The 273PQE offers higher clocks, a newer release date, integrated graphics, and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded specifications. The Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i9-14900F has 24 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks are 3.40 GHz for the 273PQE and 2.00 GHz for the i9-14900F. Boost clocks are 5.90 GHz and 5.80 GHz, respectively. TDP is 125 watts for the 273PQE and 65 watts for the i9-14900F.

The codenames differ: Bartlett Lake for the 273PQE and Raptor Lake-R for the i9-14900F. The i9-14900F has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while the 273PQE has none listed. The 273PQE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i9-14900F has none listed. Integrated graphics are present on the 273PQE as UHD Graphics 770, and absent on the i9-14900F. Release dates differ, with the i9-14900F at 2024-01-07 and the 273PQE at 2026-03-08. Launch MSRP values are $589 for the 273PQE and $524 for the i9-14900F. The 273PQE has a part number of SA4Q9, and the i9-14900F has SRN3W.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900F is the better option for workloads that rely on high core counts and integer throughput. It wins all Cinebench multicore and single-core tests, PassMark multithread, integer math, data encryption, random string sorting, prime number finding, and physics. The 24-core, 32-thread configuration with a 65-watt TDP makes it suitable for heavily threaded rendering tasks and general productivity workloads where the 0.9% Cinebench advantage and the 14.5% encryption lead matter.

The Intel Core 9 273PQE is the better option for workloads that depend on specialized instruction execution, floating point math, and data compression. The 24.6% lead in extended instructions is the largest margin recorded in the comparison. The 5% advantage in floating point math and the 3.8% lead in data compression indicate strength in scientific computing, compression utilities, and single-thread responsiveness. The 1.5% PassMark single-thread win and the higher boost clock of 5.90 GHz support this positioning.

The average benchmark score of 66099 for the 273PQE, combined with its 93rd percentile ranking, shows that its overall measured performance is higher than the i9-14900F's 60008 average and 92nd percentile, despite losing the majority of head-to-head tests. The i9-14900F wins more individual tests, but the 273PQE wins the broader aggregate score. Users prioritizing the specific workloads where each chip leads should select accordingly: the i9-14900F for core-heavy multithreaded tasks and the 273PQE for instruction-heavy and floating point workloads.