Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall advantage for the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, which wins 16 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The lone exception is a significant victory for the Intel Core 9 273PTE in PassMark integer math, where it scores 82411 against 62070, a 32.8% advantage. This single win highlights a specific strength in pure integer arithmetic workloads, but it does not offset the broader pattern.

Across the Cinebench suite, the Core Ultra 5 336H consistently leads by nearly identical margins. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 2418 versus 2060, a 14.8% gap. The single-core R15 result shows 341 against 290, a 15% difference. Moving to R20, the multicore score is 10076 versus 8586, and the single-core score is 1422 versus 1212, both again at 14.8% deltas. Cinebench R23 continues the same trend: the Ultra 5 delivers 23991 multicore against 20445, and 3387 single-core against 2886, with the same 14.8% delta in each case. These consistent margins across all three Cinebench versions indicate a uniform performance advantage in both lightly threaded and fully threaded rendering workloads.

The PassMark suite reveals where the gap widens further. Data encryption shows the Ultra 5 at 21291 versus 14253, a 33.1% lead. Extended instructions produce the second-largest margin: 24542 against 15952, a 35% difference. The most extreme divergence appears in find prime numbers, where the Ultra 5 scores 299 versus just 142, a 52.5% advantage. Floating point math also favors the Ultra 5 substantially, with 82415 against 60673, a 26.4% lead. Physics simulation shows 2682 versus 1917, a 28.5% difference. Data compression results in 280340 versus 258704, a 7.7% margin, while random string sorting comes in at 34402 versus 28973, a 15.8% gap. The multithread score sits at 28545 versus 24054, a 15.7% difference, and single-thread performance shows 4013 versus 3433, a 14.5% lead.

The average benchmark score confirms the overall picture. The Core Ultra 5 336H posts an average of 34485, while the Core 9 273PTE averages 31143. This places the two processors in different percentile brackets: the Ultra 5 sits at the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 9 sits at the 82nd percentile. The nearest rivals in the database further contextualize these results. The Core 9 273PTE is effectively tied with the Intel Core i7-12700F, which averages 31081, a delta of 0.2%. It also closely matches the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at 31074, again a 0.2% delta, and the Intel Core i7-13700TE at 31028, a 0.4% difference. The only rival ahead of it is the Intel Core i7-12650HX at 31290, a 0.5% margin. For the Core Ultra 5 336H, the closest rival is the Intel Core i7-13700HX at 34554, a 0.2% deficit. It edges past the Intel Core i5-13450HX at 34333 by 0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X at 34260 by 0.7%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 at 34222 by 0.8%.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H dominates across nearly every measured category. Its wins span rendering benchmarks, encryption, compression, sorting, physics, floating point, and single-threaded tasks. The data indicates this processor delivers superior performance in general productivity, content creation, and mixed workloads. Its 16th percentile higher standing in the overall database, combined with the consistent Cinebench margins, suggests it handles both short bursts and sustained multi-threaded loads with more capability. The 52.5% lead in prime number finding and the 33.1% lead in encryption point to particular strength in mathematical and security-related operations. The 35% gap in extended instructions reinforces this, indicating better support for advanced instruction sets.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE claims only one benchmark win, but it is a notable one. The 32.8% advantage in integer math shows the processor excels in workloads that rely heavily on integer arithmetic, such as certain database operations or financial calculations. However, this single strength does not translate into broader competitiveness. The Core 9 falls behind in every other category, including data compression, which is typically sensitive to integer performance. The data suggests that while the Core 9 has a specialized capability, the Core Ultra 5 336H is the more balanced and consistently faster processor.

For users focused on integer-heavy tasks, the Core 9 273PTE presents a clear edge. For all other measured workloads, the Core Ultra 5 336H is the superior choice. The benchmark results do not show any category where the Core 9 wins by a narrow margin; its only victory is a large one, while its losses range from 7.7% to 52.5%. This split indicates that the Core 9 is a niche performer, whereas the Core Ultra 5 is a general-purpose leader.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has an average benchmark score of 34485, compared to 31143 for the Intel Core 9 273PTE.

Q: How large is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Core Ultra 5 336H scores 23991 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the Core 9 273PTE scores 20445, a 14.8% difference.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Core 9 273PTE win?

A: The Core 9 273PTE wins in PassMark integer math with a score of 82411 against 62070, a 32.8% advantage.

Q: What is the largest performance difference between the two processors?

A: The largest difference is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Core Ultra 5 336H scores 299 versus 142, a 52.5% lead.

Q: How does each processor compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Core 9 273PTE trails its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-12650HX, by 0.5%. The Core Ultra 5 336H trails its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-13700HX, by 0.2%.

Q: What are the single-thread performance scores?

A: In PassMark single-thread, the Core Ultra 5 336H scores 4013, while the Core 9 273PTE scores 3433, a 14.5% difference.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly all core specification fields. The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses 16 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 1.40 GHz for the Core 9 and 1.90 GHz for the Ultra 5. Boost clocks are 5.50 GHz for the Core 9 and 4.60 GHz for the Ultra 5. The thermal design power is 45 watts for the Core 9 and 25 watts for the Ultra 5. The Core 9 uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 5 uses Intel BGA 2540. The Core 9 supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas the Ultra 5 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bandwidth differs as well: 89.6 GB/s for the Core 9 versus 115.2 GB/s for the Ultra 5. The Core 9 supports ECC memory, but the Ultra 5 does not. PCIe lanes are 16 for the Core 9 and 12 for the Ultra 5, both Gen 5. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the Core 9 and Intel Xe3 Graphics for the Ultra 5. The Core 9 is a desktop part, while the Ultra 5 is a mobile part. The Core 9 has a launch MSRP of $549; the Ultra 5 has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 9 was released in March 2026, while the Ultra 5 was released in January 2026. Part numbers are SA4QJ for the Core 9 and SA4RD for the Ultra 5.

Architecture Differences

The architectural distinctions are substantial. The Intel Core 9 273PTE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses the Panther Lake codename with the Panther Lake architecture. The process nodes differ: the Core 9 uses a 10 nm process, whereas the Ultra 5 uses a 3 nm process. Both are fabricated by Intel. Cache configurations are notably different. The Core 9 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The generation labels also differ, with the Core 9 listed as "Core 9 (Bartlett Lake)" and the Ultra 5 as "Ultra 5 (Panther Lake-H)". The Core 9 belongs to the Core 9 series, while the Ultra 5 belongs to the Core Ultra Series 3. Market segments differ, with the Core 9 being a desktop processor and the Ultra 5 being a mobile processor. The Ultra 5 uses a 3 nm node and a smaller form factor socket (BGA 2540), consistent with its mobile positioning. The Core 9 uses the larger desktop socket 1700.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H for the vast majority of workloads. It wins 16 of 17 comparisons, with margins ranging from 7.7% in data compression to 52.5% in find prime numbers. Its average benchmark score of 34485 places it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs, and it consistently leads in rendering, encryption, physics, and single-threaded tasks. The 3 nm process node and higher memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s likely contribute to these results. The Ultra 5 also operates at a lower 25 watt TDP, indicating higher efficiency relative to its performance. Users seeking a processor for general computing, content creation, or security-related workloads should select the Core Ultra 5 336H based on the recorded measurements.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE is the correct choice only for workloads that depend heavily on integer math. Its 32.8% advantage in that category is the sole benchmark win, and it is a substantial one. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration and 5.50 GHz boost clock give it a distinctive capability in integer-heavy operations. Its average score of 31143 places it at the 82nd percentile, and its nearest rivals are all within 0.5% of its average score, indicating a tight competitive grouping. The database shows this processor as a desktop part with ECC memory support and DDR4 compatibility, which may appeal to specific professional environments. However, outside of integer math, the Core 9 trails the Ultra 5 by double-digit percentages in most categories. The verdict from the data is unambiguous: the Core Ultra 5 336H is the stronger overall processor, while the Core 9 273PTE holds a single specialized advantage.