Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Core i5-14500T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear split between these two Intel desktop processors. The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins 12 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-14500T takes 5. The margins, however, tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The largest single victory for the Core 9 273PTE comes in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 20445 against the i5-14500T's 11790. That is a 73.4% advantage, a massive gap that indicates a fundamental difference in sustained multi-threaded capability. The single-core Cinebench R23 result follows a similar pattern, with the Core 9 273PTE at 2886 versus 1838, a 57% lead. Prime number finding also heavily favors the Core 9 273PTE, with a score of 142 against 81, a 75.3% delta. The physics workload shows a 48.8% advantage for the Core 9 273PTE, scoring 1917 versus 1288.

The Core 9 273PTE also takes moderate wins in several other workloads. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 15.1% lead (290 versus 252). Both Cinebench R20 multi-core and single-core show identical 5% deltas, with scores of 8586 versus 8177 and 1212 versus 1154 respectively. PassMark multi-thread also shows a 5% gap, 24054 versus 22910. Floating point math favors the Core 9 273PTE by 3.1% (60673 versus 58869). Integer math and random string sorting each show a 1.8% edge for the Core 9 273PTE, with scores of 82411 versus 80922 and 28973 versus 28462.

The i5-14500T's wins are concentrated in specific areas. Its largest victory is in PassMark single-thread, where it scores 3736 against 3433, an 8.1% advantage. Data encryption shows a 7.5% lead for the i5-14500T (15410 versus 14253). Data compression is close, with the i5-14500T ahead by 1.4% (262417 versus 258704). Extended instructions show a narrow 0.6% edge for the i5-14500T (16043 versus 15952).

The overall average benchmark scores reflect this distribution. The Core 9 273PTE records an average benchmark score of 31143, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The i5-14500T averages 28065, at the 80th percentile. The nearest rivals for the Core 9 273PTE include the Intel Core i7-12700F at 31081 (0.2% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at 31074 (0.2% behind). The i5-14500T's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE at 28054 (0% delta) and the Intel Core i9-12900H at 28003 (0.2% behind).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14500T boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: How do the core and thread counts differ?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The i5-14500T has 14 cores but only 20 threads.

Q: Which CPU shows a larger advantage in multi-core rendering?

A: Cinebench R23 multi-core shows the Core 9 273PTE ahead by 73.4%, scoring 20445 versus 11790 for the i5-14500T.

Q: Does the i5-14500T win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes. It wins PassMark single-thread by 8.1% (3736 versus 3433), data encryption by 7.5% (15410 versus 14253), data compression by 1.4% (262417 versus 258704), and extended instructions by 0.6% (16043 versus 15952).

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache capacity?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14500T has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core 9 273PTE and the i5-14500T support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, while the i5-14500T is built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both are manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry, so the process node does not explain the performance gap.

The core configurations differ in an important way. The Core 9 273PTE deploys 12 cores and 24 threads, while the i5-14500T uses 14 cores and 20 threads. This means the Core 9 273PTE has fewer physical cores but more threads. The data suggests the Core 9 273PTE's thread advantage translates into substantially better multi-threaded performance in Cinebench R23, where it leads by 73.4%. The i5-14500T's extra cores do not compensate for its lower thread count in these workloads.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both processors share the same L1 cache at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache differs: the Core 9 273PTE offers 2 MB per core, while the i5-14500T provides 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows an even larger gap, with 36 MB shared on the Core 9 273PTE versus 24 MB shared on the i5-14500T. The larger per-core L2 and shared L3 on the Core 9 273PTE likely contribute to its strong showing in prime number finding and physics workloads.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i5-14500T uses UHD Graphics 770. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core 9 273PTE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i5-14500T does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database.

The die size is recorded only for the i5-14500T at 215 mm². The Core 9 273PTE has no die size entry. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning neither supports unlocked overclocking. The release dates differ substantially, with the i5-14500T released in January 2024 and the Core 9 273PTE released in March 2026.

Specification Differences

The Core 9 273PTE lists a launch MSRP of $549. The i5-14500T lists a launch MSRP of $232.

Clock speeds differ on both ends. The Core 9 273PTE has a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The i5-14500T has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i5-14500T starts at a higher base frequency, but the Core 9 273PTE reaches a significantly higher boost frequency.

Thermal design power differs by 10 watts. The Core 9 273PTE has a TDP of 45 watts, while the i5-14500T has a TDP of 35 watts. Both use the Intel Socket 1700.

Core and thread counts differ as described: 12 cores and 24 threads for the Core 9 273PTE, 14 cores and 20 threads for the i5-14500T. The L2 cache differs at 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache differs at 36 MB shared versus 24 MB shared.

The integrated graphics differ between UHD Graphics 730 and UHD Graphics 770. The part numbers also differ, with the Core 9 273PTE carrying part number SA4QJ and the i5-14500T carrying SRN3P. The generation labels differ, with the Core 9 273PTE listed under Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) and the i5-14500T under Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The i5-14500T records a die size of 215 mm², while the Core 9 273PTE has no die size entry. The i5-14500T also records a memory bandwidth of null, whereas the Core 9 273PTE lists 89.6 GB/s.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, use a dual-channel memory bus, support ECC memory, and provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Both are marked as Active in production status and target the Desktop market segment.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 9 273PTE dominates in workloads that stress multi-threaded throughput. The 73.4% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core is the standout result. The 57% single-core Cinebench R23 lead and the 75.3% prime number finding advantage point to a processor that excels at both single-threaded and multi-threaded compute tasks. Physics simulation shows a 48.8% lead, reinforcing the pattern. The 5% leads in Cinebench R20 multi-core, Cinebench R20 single-core, and PassMark multi-thread show consistent, if smaller, advantages across rendering and general multi-threaded workloads.

The i5-14500T wins in more specialized areas. Its 8.1% single-thread PassMark lead is notable, as is the 7.5% advantage in data encryption. Data compression and extended instructions show narrow leads of 1.4% and 0.6% respectively. These wins suggest the i5-14500T has strengths in specific instruction-level tasks and certain single-threaded operations, but the overall pattern of the data places it behind the Core 9 273PTE in most compute-heavy scenarios.

The average benchmark scores confirm the separation. The Core 9 273PTE sits at 31143 average, the i5-14500T at 28065. The percentile rankings place them close together at 82nd and 80th respectively, but the gap in raw average score is about 11%, which is substantial.

For workloads like 3D rendering, physics simulation, prime number computation, and general multi-threaded productivity, the Core 9 273PTE is the stronger choice based on the recorded benchmarks. For tasks that resemble data encryption, data compression, and the specific PassMark single-thread test, the i5-14500T shows an edge.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a clear overall winner. The Intel Core 9 273PTE outperforms the Intel Core i5-14500T in 12 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, with particularly large margins in Cinebench R23 multi-core (73.4%), prime number finding (75.3%), and single-core Cinebench R23 (57%). Its average benchmark score of 31143 exceeds the i5-14500T's 28065 by roughly 11%.

The i5-14500T is the better choice for users whose workloads align with its specific wins: PassMark single-thread performance, data encryption, data compression, and extended instructions. Its 35 watt TDP is also lower than the Core 9 273PTE's 45 watt TDP, which may matter in thermally constrained systems.

The Core 9 273PTE justifies its position with higher boost clocks, more threads, and a larger cache hierarchy. The 5.50 GHz boost clock versus 4.80 GHz, the 24 threads versus 20, and the 36 MB L3 versus 24 MB all point to a processor designed for heavier compute loads. The i5-14500T offers more physical cores at 14 versus 12, but the data indicates this does not translate into a performance advantage in most tested workloads.

Users who need maximum multi-threaded rendering performance, physics simulation, or prime number computation should look to the Core 9 273PTE. Users who prioritize the specific single-thread and encryption workloads where the i5-14500T leads, or who require the lower 35 watt TDP, should consider the i5-14500T. The recorded data does not support a broader recommendation for the i5-14500T beyond those specific use cases.