Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a striking asymmetry between these two Intel desktop processors. The Intel Core i9-14900 wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE claims only a single victory. That one win, however, is notable for its magnitude.

The Core 9 273PTE takes the Cinebench R23 single-core test with a score of 2886 against the i9-14900's 2212, a 30.5% advantage. This is the largest single delta in either direction across the entire benchmark suite. The result indicates that the Bartlett Lake part's boost architecture delivers exceptional performance in lightly threaded workloads, despite its lower overall core count.

Every other comparison favors the i9-14900, often by substantial margins. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i9-14900 scores 4793 versus 2060 for the Core 9 273PTE, a 57% deficit for the latter. The R20 multicore test shows a similar pattern: 15910 against 8586, a 46% gap. The R23 multicore result narrows the difference somewhat, with the i9-14900 at 31070 and the Core 9 273PTE at 20445, a 34.2% margin.

PassMark results reinforce the multicore dominance of the i9-14900. Data compression shows 550271 versus 258704, a 53% difference. Integer math delivers 175010 against 82411, a 52.9% gap. Floating point math records 120262 versus 60673, a 49.5% margin. Random string sorting shows 61060 against 28973, a 52.5% difference. Data encryption produces 33540 versus 14253, the largest percentage gap at 57.5%. Extended instructions score 30624 versus 15952, a 47.9% deficit. The multithread PassMark test shows 44578 against 24054, a 46% difference.

The single-thread PassMark results tell a different story than the Cinebench R23 single-core test. The i9-14900 scores 4323 against 3433 for the Core 9 273PTE, a 20.6% advantage. This contrast between the two single-thread measurements is curious. The Cinebench R23 result suggests the Core 9 273PTE has a superior single-core design, yet PassMark's single-thread test indicates the opposite. The i9-14900 also wins the R15 single-core test narrowly at 315 versus 290, a 7.9% margin, and the R20 single-core test decisively at 2245 versus 1212, a 46% gap.

The physics test shows a 22.9% edge for the i9-14900 at 2486 versus 1917. Prime number finding favors the i9-14900 at 188 versus 142, a 24.5% margin. The average benchmark scores reflect the overall picture: the i9-14900 averages 58115 across all tests, while the Core 9 273PTE averages 31143. The i9-14900 sits at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the Core 9 273PTE sits at the 82nd.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a socket, process node, and cache hierarchy, but diverge significantly in core configuration and generation. Both use Intel Socket 1700 and are built on Intel's 10 nm process. Both feature 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus, and both include ECC memory support. PCIe connectivity is identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The i9-14900 belongs to the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and is part of the Core 14th Gen series. It uses 24 cores and 32 threads. The Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 9 generation. It employs 12 cores and 24 threads. The i9-14900 therefore provides twice the physical cores and 8 additional threads. This core count difference explains most of the multicore benchmark gaps, particularly in tests that scale with parallel execution.

Clock speeds differ meaningfully. The i9-14900 has a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 5.80 GHz boost clock. The Core 9 273PTE has a 1.40 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The lower base clock on the Core 9 273PTE likely contributes to its lower multicore scores in sustained workloads, while the boost clocks are close enough that the R23 single-core win for the Core 9 273PTE appears to come from architectural efficiency rather than raw frequency.

Power envelopes also differ. The i9-14900 carries a 65 W TDP, while the Core 9 273PTE is rated at 45 W. The lower TDP on the Bartlett Lake part aligns with its reduced core count and base clock, but the i9-14900 still manages its higher performance within a modest 20 W TDP increase.

Die size data exists only for the i9-14900 at 257 mm². The Core 9 273PTE has no recorded die size. Integrated graphics differ: the i9-14900 uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. Both parts have locked multipliers. The i9-14900 launched in January 2024, while the Core 9 273PTE carries a March 2026 release date. Both are listed with a launch MSRP of $549.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The i9-14900 provides double the physical cores and 8 additional threads.

Q: How do the single-core performances compare?

A: The results are mixed. The Core 9 273PTE wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 30.5% with a score of 2886 against 2212. However, the i9-14900 wins PassMark single-thread by 20.6% at 4323 versus 3433, wins Cinebench R15 single-core by 7.9% at 315 versus 290, and wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 46% at 2245 versus 1212.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Core 9 273PTE is rated at 45 W, while the i9-14900 is rated at 65 W. The i9-14900 uses 20 W more power while delivering substantially higher multicore performance.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus, and both support ECC memory. The Core 9 273PTE has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i9-14900 has no memory bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The i9-14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz, while the Core 9 273PTE boosts to 5.50 GHz. The base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the i9-14900 and 1.40 GHz for the Core 9 273PTE.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: The i9-14900 averages 58115 across all tests and sits at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs. The Core 9 273PTE averages 31143 and sits at the 82nd percentile.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The i9-14900 dominates in nearly every measured category, with especially large margins in multicore, encryption, compression, and math-heavy workloads. Its 24 cores against 12, its 5.80 GHz boost against 5.50 GHz, and its 65 W TDP against 45 W all contribute to this outcome. The average benchmark score of 58115 versus 31143 represents an 86.6% overall advantage for the i9-14900.

The Core 9 273PTE does hold one meaningful advantage: the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2886 against 2212, a 30.5% improvement. This result suggests that for workloads dependent on a single thread and specifically measured by that test, the Bartlett Lake part can outperform the Raptor Lake flagship. Yet the PassMark single-thread test contradicts this, showing a 20.6% win for the i9-14900. The single-core picture is therefore workload-dependent rather than categorically favorable to either part.

The i9-14900 also places higher in the overall CPU percentile ranking at 92 versus 82. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M with a delta of -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D at -0.5%, and the Intel Xeon w5-2545 at -0.7%. The Core 9 273PTE sits near the Intel Core i7-12700F at +0.2%, the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at +0.2%, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE at +0.4%, while trailing the Intel Core i7-12650HX by -0.5%. These rival deltas confirm that the Core 9 273PTE competes in a lower performance class than the i9-14900, despite its single-core R23 achievement.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 9 273PTE | Intel Core i9-14900 |

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

| Cores | 12 | 24 |

| Threads | 24 | 32 |

| Base clock | 1.40 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

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

| Die size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

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

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | March 2026 | January 2024 |

| Part number | SA4QJ | SRN3V |

| Series | Not specified | Core 14th Gen |

Where Each One Wins

The i9-14900 wins in all multicore scenarios. Cinebench R15 multicore, R20 multicore, and R23 multicore all favor it by margins between 34.2% and 57%. PassMark multithread, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, physics, prime number finding, and random string sorting all go to the i9-14900 as well. Any workload that scales across cores will favor this processor, and the data shows the margins are large.

The i9-14900 also wins most single-thread tests. PassMark single-thread at 4323 versus 3433, Cinebench R15 single-core at 315 versus 290, and Cinebench R20 single-core at 2245 versus 1212 all favor the Raptor Lake part. The only single-thread exception is Cinebench R23, where the Core 9 273PTE leads by 30.5%.

The Core 9 273PTE wins specifically in Cinebench R23 single-core. That test appears to capture an architectural strength in the Bartlett Lake design that other single-thread tests do not. The 45 W TDP also positions it as a lower-power option, though the i9-14900's 65 W rating is still modest for a 24-core part. The Core 9 273PTE's lower base clock of 1.40 GHz suggests it may sustain lower power draw in idle or lightly loaded states, though the database does not include power consumption measurements to confirm this.

For users prioritizing multicore throughput, encryption, compression, or math-heavy parallel workloads, the i9-14900 is the clear choice based on the recorded scores. For a workload that specifically mirrors Cinebench R23 single-core, the Core 9 273PTE offers a measurable edge. The overall percentile ranking, however, places the i9-14900 well above the Core 9 273PTE in the broader CPU landscape.