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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 9 273PQE, securing 14 wins out of 17 benchmark comparisons against the Intel Core i9-14900HX. The most striking margin appears in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Core 9 273PQE scores 5532 against the i9-14900HX's 2181.5, a delta of 153.6%. This is not a marginal edge but a fundamental single-threaded performance gap.

A similar pattern emerges in Cinebench R15 single-core. The Core 9 273PQE posts 557 versus 310.5 for the i9-14900HX, a 79.4% advantage. The multi-core Cinebench results are split. The i9-14900HX takes Cinebench R15 multi-core with 4574 against 3950, a 13.6% lead for the mobile part. However, the Core 9 273PQE reverses this in Cinebench R20 multi-core (16459 vs 15616, up 5.4%) and dominates in Cinebench R23 multi-core (39190 vs 30055, up 30.4%). The R23 result indicates that under sustained modern rendering loads, the desktop part's architecture scales considerably better.

PassMark results reinforce the Core 9 273PQE's strengths. Data compression favors it at 585752 versus 539965, an 8.5% margin. Extended instructions show a 24% lead (38743 vs 31247). Floating point math delivers 125546 against 112273, an 11.8% gain. Integer math is closer at 164629 versus 157375, a 4.6% edge. Single-thread PassMark scores confirm the pattern: 4573 for the Core 9 273PQE versus 4175 for the i9-14900HX, a 9.5% advantage.

The i9-14900HX wins only three comparisons. Data encryption shows a 9.1% lead (32619 vs 29636). Random string sorting favors the i9-14900HX at 60861 versus 53167, a 12.6% margin. The third win is Cinebench R15 multi-core as noted. The i9-14900HX also posts competitive multi-thread PassMark scores (43778 vs 46107, only 5.3% behind) and physics results (2638 vs 2754, 4.4% behind), but those still fall to the Core 9 273PQE.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 9 273PQE wins in nearly every workload category that stresses single-core speed, rendering, or general computation. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 5532 indicates exceptional per-thread performance, useful for legacy software, scripting, and lightly threaded applications. The 30.4% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core shows it also handles heavily threaded rendering tasks effectively, despite having fewer cores than the i9-14900HX.

The i9-14900HX wins in two specific PassMark tasks: data encryption and random string sorting. Data encryption at 32619 suggests the mobile chip's throughput in cryptographic workloads is superior, possibly due to instruction scheduling or memory behavior. Random string sorting at 60861 indicates an advantage in memory-intensive sorting algorithms. The i9-14900HX also wins Cinebench R15 multi-core, but this is an outlier relative to its losses in R20 and R23 multi-core.

For mixed-use scenarios, the Core 9 273PQE is the safer choice. Its PassMark multithread score of 46107 versus 43778 confirms broad multi-threaded competence. The i9-14900HX's wins are narrow in scope, limited to encryption and sorting, which are specific enough that most users will not notice them outside dedicated workloads. The data compression lead for the Core 9 273PQE (8.5%) is more relevant for file archiving and database operations.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same Intel 10 nm process node and the same L3 cache size of 36 MB shared. Both also use 80 KB L1 cache per core and 2 MB L2 cache per core. The integrated graphics are identical: UHD Graphics 770. Memory support matches as well, with both accepting DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is the same: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The core counts differ substantially. The Core 9 273PQE uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i9-14900HX uses 24 cores and 32 threads. The base clock for the Core 9 273PQE is 3.40 GHz, versus 2.20 GHz for the i9-14900HX. Boost clocks are close: 5.90 GHz for the Core 9 273PQE and 5.80 GHz for the i9-14900HX. The TDP figures diverge sharply: the Core 9 273PQE is rated at 125 W, while the i9-14900HX is rated at 55 W.

The sockets differ completely. The Core 9 273PQE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop platform, and its market segment is Desktop. The i9-14900HX uses Intel BGA 1964, with a Mobile market segment. The Core 9 273PQE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename with a Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The i9-14900HX uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-HX codename, generation Core i9 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh). The die size records show 257 mm² for the i9-14900HX, while no die size is listed for the Core 9 273PQE.

Memory bandwidth is listed as 89.6 GB/s for the Core 9 273PQE, while the i9-14900HX has no recorded bandwidth figure. The multiplier is unlocked on the i9-14900HX, but locked on the Core 9 273PQE. Release dates place the i9-14900HX in January 2024 and the Core 9 273PQE in March 2026. The Core 9 273PQE has a launch MSRP of $589, while the i9-14900HX has no recorded MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in all single-core benchmarks. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 5532 versus 2181.5 (153.6% higher), and PassMark single-thread shows 4573 versus 4175 (9.5% higher).

Q: Does the i9-14900HX win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, it wins three comparisons: Cinebench R15 multi-core (4574 vs 3950, 13.6% higher), PassMark data encryption (32619 vs 29636, 9.1% higher), and PassMark random string sorting (60861 vs 53167, 12.6% higher).

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The i9-14900HX has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The i9-14900HX has more physical cores but still loses most multi-threaded tests.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The Core 9 273PQE is rated at 125 W TDP, while the i9-14900HX is rated at 55 W TDP. This reflects the desktop versus mobile design split.

Q: Are the cache sizes the same?

A: Yes, both have 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor uses which socket?

A: The Core 9 273PQE uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop systems. The i9-14900HX uses Intel BGA 1964, which is a mobile socket.

The Verdict

The benchmark data supports a clear preference for the Intel Core 9 273PQE in most computing scenarios. Its 14 wins versus 3 wins, combined with the massive single-core margins, make it the stronger processor for rendering, general computation, and single-threaded applications. The 30.4% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core is particularly decisive, showing that its 12 cores outperform the i9-14900HX's 24 cores in modern multi-threaded workloads.

The i9-14900HX retains relevance in two niche areas: data encryption and random string sorting. Users who prioritize cryptographic throughput or specific sorting algorithms may prefer it, but these are narrow use cases. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core win does not carry over to R20 or R23, suggesting it is not consistently faster in rendering.

The architecture differences explain the results. The Core 9 273PQE's higher base clock (3.40 GHz vs 2.20 GHz) and higher TDP (125 W vs 55 W) indicate a desktop part designed for sustained performance. The i9-14900HX is a mobile chip with a lower power envelope, which limits its ability to maintain high clocks under load. The desktop platform also provides different thermal and power delivery characteristics.

For desktop builders, the Core 9 273PQE is the better choice based on the recorded measurements. For mobile users, the i9-14900HX is the only option of the two, given its BGA 1964 socket. The data shows that in a direct performance comparison, the desktop part wins decisively across most benchmark categories.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 9 273PQE | Intel Core i9-14900HX |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 12 | 24 |

| Threads | 24 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.90 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 125 W | 55 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $589 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SA4Q9 | SRMXF |