Intel Core 9 273PQE vs Intel Core i9-14901E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a dominant performance spread in favor of the Intel Core 9 273PQE, which wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The most striking pattern is the consistency of the Cinebench results: across R15, R20, and R23, both multicore and singlecore tests show exactly a 52.2% delta in favor of the Core 9 273PQE. For example, Cinebench R23 multicore scores are 39190 for the Core 9 273PQE versus 25753 for the Core i9-14901E, while R23 singlecore lands at 5532 versus 3635. This uniform percentage across all three Cinebench versions indicates a consistent architectural and clock advantage rather than workload-specific scaling.

The largest single win for the Core 9 273PQE appears in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 38743 against 17249, a 124.6% advantage. Data compression also shows a massive gap: 585752 versus 288777, a 102.8% delta. These two results highlight that the Core 9 273PQE excels in workloads that leverage wide instruction sets and data throughput. Data encryption follows with a 59.6% lead (29636 versus 18571), and floating point math shows a 54.8% advantage (125546 versus 81089).

Integer math is another notable win, with the Core 9 273PQE scoring 164629 against 112736, a 46% delta. Random string sorting favors the Core 9 273PQE by 35.8% (53167 versus 39138), and multithread performance in PassMark shows a 52.2% lead (46107 versus 30298), matching the Cinebench delta exactly. Single-thread PassMark results are closer: 4573 versus 4354, a 5% advantage for the Core 9 273PQE. The narrowest win in the entire comparison is find prime numbers, where the Core 9 273PQE scores 198 versus 189, just a 4.8% lead.

The Core i9-14901E claims only one victory: PassMark physics, where it scores 3041 against 2754, a 9.4% advantage. This is an isolated result, and it suggests that the i9-14901E has a specific strength in physics simulation workloads despite losing decisively elsewhere. The overall average benchmark score reflects this split: the Core 9 273PQE averages 66099, while the Core i9-14901E averages 37911.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core 9 273PQE in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Core 9 273PQE scores 39190, while the Core i9-14901E scores 25753, giving the Core 9 273PQE a 52.2% advantage.

Q: Does the Core i9-14901E win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark physics with a score of 3041 versus 2754 for the Core 9 273PQE, a 9.4% margin. This is the only benchmark win for the i9-14901E out of 17 recorded comparisons.

Q: Which processor has better single-thread performance?

A: The Core 9 273PQE leads in both Cinebench R23 singlecore (5532 versus 3635, a 52.2% delta) and PassMark single-thread (4573 versus 4354, a 5% delta). The Cinebench gap is much larger than the PassMark gap.

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

A: The Core 9 273PQE scores 585752 in PassMark data compression, more than double the Core i9-14901E's 288777, representing a 102.8% advantage.

Q: What is the difference in overall average benchmark scores?

A: The Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66099, compared to 37911 for the Core i9-14901E. The Core 9 273PQE sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core i9-14901E sits at the 86th percentile.

Q: How does the Core 9 273PQE compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Core 9 273PQE is essentially tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus (0.1% behind), slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D (0.3% ahead), and about 1% behind both the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and the AMD EPYC 4465P.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins in every major compute category except physics simulation. Its largest advantages are in extended instruction workloads (124.6% over the i9-14901E) and data compression (102.8%). These results point to heavy multi-threaded productivity, scientific computing, and data processing as the clear home turf for the Core 9 273PQE. The 52.2% lead across all Cinebench versions, both multicore and singlecore, indicates that the Core 9 273PQE is not just scaling better with threads but also delivers stronger per-core performance. Integer math (46% ahead) and floating point math (54.8% ahead) reinforce this as an all-around compute powerhouse.

The Core i9-14901E's single win in PassMark physics (3041 versus 2754) is worth attention for simulation tasks that rely on physics engines. However, this is a narrow niche: the Core 9 273PQE still outperforms it in every other recorded test, including multithread (46107 versus 30298) and single-thread (4573 versus 4354) PassMark scores. The physics win does not offset the broader performance gap, but it does suggest that the i9-14901E has a specific optimization that the Core 9 273PQE lacks in that particular workload.

For users who prioritize the highest Cinebench scores, the choice is unambiguous. The Core 9 273PQE delivers identical 52.2% deltas across R15, R20, and R23, which means rendering and 3D modeling workloads will see consistent gains. For data-heavy tasks like compression and encryption, the Core 9 273PQE's 102.8% and 59.6% leads respectively make it the only reasonable pick. The Core i9-14901E remains competitive only in physics simulation, and even there, the margin is modest at 9.4%.

Specification Differences

The two processors share the same socket (Intel Socket 1700), the same integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), and the same memory support (DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel). Both support ECC memory and use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Core and thread counts differ substantially: the Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Core i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also favor the Core 9 273PQE, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz versus 2.80 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz versus 5.60 GHz. Thermal design power is higher on the Core 9 273PQE at 125 W, compared to 65 W for the Core i9-14901E.

Cache layouts are identical in structure: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3 cache. Memory bandwidth is recorded for the Core 9 273PQE at 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i9-14901E has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. The Core 9 273PQE has a launch MSRP of $589; the Core i9-14901E has no recorded launch MSRP. The Core 9 273PQE has a part number of SA4Q9, and the Core i9-14901E has a part number of Q49ESRNJH.

Release dates differ: the Core 9 273PQE was released on 2026-03-08, while the Core i9-14901E was released on 2024-06-30. Both are listed as Active in production status and target the desktop market segment.

Architecture Differences

The Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 9 generation. The Core i9-14901E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, with the architecture listed as Raptor Lake. Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, but the die size differs: the Core i9-14901E has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while the Core 9 273PQE has no recorded die size.

The core count difference (12 versus 8) is the primary architectural distinction, and it directly drives the multithreaded performance gap. The Core 9 273PQE's 24 threads versus the Core i9-14901E's 16 threads explains the consistent 52.2% deltas in Cinebench multicore tests and the PassMark multithread test. The boost clock advantage of 5.90 GHz versus 5.60 GHz contributes to the single-core leads, though the single-thread PassMark gap is much smaller (5%) than the Cinebench singlecore gap (52.2%), which suggests the Cinebench singlecore test benefits from additional architectural factors beyond raw clock speed.

Both processors share the same L1 and L2 cache structure per core, and the same 36 MB L3 cache. The 10 nm process node is identical for both, meaning the performance difference comes from core count, clock speeds, and generation-specific design rather than process technology. The higher TDP of the Core 9 273PQE (125 W versus 65 W) indicates it is designed to sustain higher power draw, likely enabling the higher boost clocks and additional cores.

The Core i9-14901E's die size of 257 mm² provides a physical reference point, but the Core 9 273PQE's die size is not recorded, so no direct area comparison is possible. Both use the same socket and PCIe configuration, and both integrate UHD Graphics 770, so platform-level integration is similar despite the generational difference.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 9 273PQE outperforms the Intel Core i9-14901E in 16 of 17 benchmarks, with an average benchmark score of 66099 versus 37911. The 93rd percentile ranking versus 86th percentile confirms that the Core 9 273PQE sits in a higher performance tier overall. For anyone choosing between these two for general computing, rendering, data processing, or single-threaded applications, the Core 9 273PQE is the stronger processor in every category except physics simulation.

The Core i9-14901E's only win, PassMark physics with a 9.4% margin, makes it a niche choice for workloads that are specifically physics-heavy. Its lower TDP of 65 W may also appeal to builds with tighter thermal budgets, but the recorded data does not include any thermal or power consumption measurements beyond the TDP figures themselves. The Core 9 273PQE's higher TDP of 125 W is the tradeoff for the substantial performance gains.

The Core 9 273PQE's nearest rivals in the database provide context: it is essentially tied with the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus (0.1% behind) and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D (0.3% ahead). The Core i9-14901E, by comparison, sits level with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X (both within 0.1%). This means the Core 9 273PQE competes in a higher performance bracket, while the Core i9-14901E matches mid-range modern processors.

For a builder prioritizing raw compute, the Core 9 273PQE is the clear choice, especially given the 52.2% Cinebench deltas across every version and the 102.8% data compression lead. For a builder with a specific physics simulation workload and a preference for lower TDP, the Core i9-14901E offers a single, narrow advantage. The rest of the data favors the Core 9 273PQE across the board.