Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PTE is the clear performance leader across every measurable benchmark category in the database. The Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores, which means the Core 9 273PTE holds a 100% win rate in all head-to-head comparisons by default. The Core 9 273PTE sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs, while the Core i5-14401TE sits at the 50th percentile. That gap alone indicates a substantial performance tier difference between the two processors.

The Core 9 273PTE uses a 12-core, 24-thread configuration, exactly double the 6-core, 12-thread layout of the Core i5-14401TE. This core count advantage directly translates to multi-threaded workloads where the Core 9 273PTE records a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20445, a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8586, and a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2060. The PassMark multithread score of 24054 further reinforces this position. For single-threaded tasks, the Core 9 273PTE delivers a 5.50 GHz boost clock versus the Core i5-14401TE's 4.50 GHz, and its PassMark single-thread score of 3433 confirms strong per-core performance.

The Core 9 273PTE also wins on cache capacity. Its 36 MB shared L3 cache is 80% larger than the Core i5-14401TE's 20 MB shared L3 cache. The per-core L2 cache also differs, with the Core 9 273PTE providing 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core on the Core i5-14401TE. These cache advantages benefit workloads with repeated data access patterns, such as database operations, compression tasks, and encryption workloads.

The Core 9 273PTE records a PassMark data compression score of 258704, a data encryption score of 14253, and an extended instructions score of 15952. The Core i5-14401TE has no corresponding data, but the architectural advantages of the Core 9 273PTE in core count, cache size, and clock speed indicate it would dominate these specialized workloads as well.

Architecture Differences

Both processors come from Intel and use the same 10 nm process node, but they belong to different architectural families. The Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is classified under the Core 9 generation, while the Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Raptor Lake architecture with a Core 14th Gen series label.

The die size differs significantly. The Core i5-14401TE has a die size of 215 mm², while the Core 9 273PTE has no recorded die size in the database. The Core 9 273PTE features 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Core i5-14401TE features 6 cores and 12 threads. This doubling of cores and threads is the most fundamental architectural difference between the two.

Clock speeds also differ. The Core 9 273PTE has a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE has a lower base clock by 0.60 GHz but a higher boost clock by 1.00 GHz. This suggests the Core 9 273PTE is designed to scale up more aggressively under load, while the Core i5-14401TE maintains a higher idle baseline.

Both chips use the Intel Socket 1700 and have a 45 W TDP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. The memory bandwidth differs: the Core 9 273PTE records 89.6 GB/s, while the Core i5-14401TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and integrate UHD Graphics 730.

The release dates differ substantially. The Core i5-14401TE launched on 2024-06-30, while the Core 9 273PTE launched on 2026-03-08. The Core 9 273PTE carries a launch MSRP of $549, while the Core i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded. Both are active production parts for the desktop market segment.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no shared head-to-head benchmark entries between the two processors, so all comparisons rely on the Core 9 273PTE's recorded scores and the Core i5-14401TE's absence of recorded scores. The Core 9 273PTE's nearest rivals provide context for its performance level. The Intel Core i7-12700F scores an average of 31081, just 0.2% behind the Core 9 273PTE's average benchmark score of 31143. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS scores 31074, also 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i7-13700TE scores 31028, 0.4% behind. The Intel Core i7-12650HX scores 31290, 0.5% ahead of the Core 9 273PTE.

These narrow deltas place the Core 9 273PTE in a competitive performance band with several established desktop and mobile processors. The Core 9 273PTE's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20445, Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8586, and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2060 all demonstrate strong rendering and compute capabilities. The PassMark integer math score of 82411, floating point math score of 60673, and find prime numbers score of 142 show balanced arithmetic performance across different workload types.

The Core 9 273PTE's random string sorting score of 28973 and physics score of 1917 round out its PassMark results. Its single-thread score of 3433 appears twice in the database under slightly different test names but with identical values, confirming consistency in the measurement. The average benchmark score of 31143 places it at the 82nd percentile, meaning it outperforms the majority of CPUs in the database.

The Verdict

The data clearly indicates that the Intel Core 9 273PTE is the superior processor for users who need maximum multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. Its 12-core, 24-thread configuration, 5.50 GHz boost clock, and 36 MB L3 cache provide a substantial performance advantage over the Core i5-14401TE. The Core 9 273PTE records a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20445 and a PassMark multithread score of 24054, demonstrating strong throughput for rendering, compilation, and other parallel workloads.

The Core i5-14401TE, with its 6-core, 12-thread configuration and 4.50 GHz boost clock, occupies a lower performance tier at the 50th percentile. Its 20 MB L3 cache and 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache are smaller than the Core 9 273PTE's 36 MB L3 and 2 MB per-core L2. The Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores, which means the database cannot confirm its real-world performance, but its specifications place it clearly below the Core 9 273PTE.

Users who prioritize raw compute performance should select the Core 9 273PTE. Its benchmark scores at the 82nd percentile and its proximity to higher-tier rivals like the Intel Core i7-12650HX (0.5% higher average score) confirm its capability. The Core 9 273PTE also has a higher boost clock, larger cache, and double the cores and threads of the Core i5-14401TE.

Users who need a lower-specification processor for basic desktop tasks may consider the Core i5-14401TE, but the data offers no benchmark evidence to support this choice. The Core i5-14401TE's higher base clock of 2.00 GHz could provide faster responsiveness at idle or light loads, but its lower boost clock and reduced core count limit its peak performance. Both processors share the same socket, TDP, memory support, PCIe configuration, and integrated graphics, so platform compatibility is identical. The deciding factor is performance, and the Core 9 273PTE wins decisively.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a 36 MB shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a 20 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Are both processors compatible with the same socket?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE use the Intel Socket 1700.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP of both processors?

A: Both the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE have a TDP of 45 W.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 12 (Core 9 273PTE) vs 6 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Threads: 24 (Core 9 273PTE) vs 12 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Base Clock: 1.40 GHz (Core 9 273PTE) vs 2.00 GHz (Core i5-14401TE)
• Boost Clock: 5.50 GHz (Core 9 273PTE) vs 4.50 GHz (Core i5-14401TE)
• Codename: Bartlett Lake (Core 9 273PTE) vs Raptor Lake-R (Core i5-14401TE)
• Architecture: Not recorded (Core 9 273PTE) vs Raptor Lake (Core i5-14401TE)
• Generation: Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) vs Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Die Size: Not recorded (Core 9 273PTE) vs 215 mm² (Core i5-14401TE)
• L2 Cache: 2 MB per core (Core 9 273PTE) vs 1.25 MB per core (Core i5-14401TE)
• L3 Cache: 36 MB shared (Core 9 273PTE) vs 20 MB shared (Core i5-14401TE)
• Memory Bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s (Core 9 273PTE) vs not recorded (Core i5-14401TE)
• Release Date: 2026-03-08 (Core 9 273PTE) vs 2024-06-30 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Launch MSRP: $549 (Core 9 273PTE) vs not recorded (Core i5-14401TE)
• Part Number: SA4QJ (Core 9 273PTE) vs Q4T4SRNJP (Core i5-14401TE)
• Percentile vs All CPUs: 82 (Core 9 273PTE) vs 50 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Average Benchmark Score: 31143 (Core 9 273PTE) vs 0 (Core i5-14401TE)
• Benchmark Entries: 17 recorded (Core 9 273PTE) vs 0 recorded (Core i5-14401TE)