Intel Core i3-14100 vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the Intel Core i3-14100 and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The head-to-head matrix is empty, with zero recorded wins for either processor in direct matchup testing. This means that no single benchmark run pits these two CPUs against each other in the same session with identical test conditions.

What the recorded data does provide is a full benchmark suite for the Core i3-14100 and no benchmark scores for the Core i9-14901TE. The Core i3-14100 has 19 individual test scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, Geekbench, and Passmark workloads. The Core i9-14901TE has an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile rank of 50 versus all CPUs. The Core i3-14100 sits at the 72nd percentile.

The Core i3-14100 delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12820 and a single-core score of 1809. In Cinebench R20, it scores 5384 multicore and 759 single-core. Cinebench R15 results show 1292 multicore and 182 single-core. Geekbench reports 7231 multicore and 2133 single-core.

Passmark results for the Core i3-14100 show 174115 in data compression, 8838 in data encryption, 11865 in extended instructions, 55 in prime number finding, 35266 in floating point math, 45329 in integer math, 15095 in multithread, 958 in physics, 17397 in random string sorting, and 3759 in single-thread performance. Its average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 18318.

The nearest rivals for the Core i3-14100, based on average score, are the Intel Core 3 305 at 18302 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core 5 330 at 18345 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core 7 360 at 18374 (0.3% ahead), and the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18380 (0.3% ahead). These deltas are small, placing the Core i3-14100 in a tightly clustered performance band near the top of its immediate competitive set.

The absence of benchmark data for the Core i9-14901TE means that any direct numerical comparison between the two processors is impossible from the database. The average benchmark score of 0 for the Core i9-14901TE reflects a lack of recorded measurements, not a literal performance of zero. Its percentile rank of 50 is a placeholder value, not a derived ranking.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same fundamental design family. Both are Intel Core 14th Gen parts built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both use a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Both support ECC memory and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The core configurations diverge sharply. The Core i3-14100 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core i9-14901TE doubles the core count and thread count of the Core i3-14100. This is the most consequential architectural difference between the two parts.

Base and boost clocks move in opposite directions. The Core i3-14100 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core i9-14901TE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core i9-14901TE starts lower but reaches 0.80 GHz higher at peak boost. The Core i3-14100 has the higher sustained base frequency by 1.20 GHz.

Thermal design power also differs. The Core i3-14100 is rated at 60 watts TDP, while the Core i9-14901TE is rated at 45 watts TDP. The Core i9-14901TE delivers double the cores and a higher boost clock within a lower TDP envelope, indicating a more efficiency-oriented configuration. The Core i3-14100 uses more power for its 4-core design.

Cache hierarchies scale with the core counts. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB on the Core i3-14100 and 2 MB on the Core i9-14901TE. The shared L3 cache is 12 MB on the Core i3-14100 and 36 MB on the Core i9-14901TE. The Core i9-14901TE has a substantially larger total cache footprint, with the L3 cache triple the size.

Die size reflects the different configurations. The Core i3-14100 has a die size of 163 mm², while the Core i9-14901TE has a die size of 257 mm². The larger die accommodates the additional cores and cache. Transistor counts are not recorded for either processor.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core i3-14100 includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Core i9-14901TE includes UHD Graphics 770. Both are integrated GPU solutions, but the 770 tier is the higher designation.

Release dates are separated by several months. The Core i3-14100 was released on 2024-01-07, and the Core i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30. Both parts are in active production. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SRMX1 for the Core i3-14100 and Q49CSRNJJ for the Core i9-14901TE.

The Core i3-14100 has a launch MSRP of $134. The Core i9-14901TE has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split between these two processors based on workload type and performance priorities. The Core i3-14100 has a full suite of recorded benchmark scores and a 72nd percentile rank against all CPUs. The Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores and a 50th percentile placeholder rank.

From the available measurements, the Core i3-14100 is the only part with verified performance data. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12820 and single-core score of 1809 provide a concrete reference point. Its Passmark multithread score of 15095 and single-thread score of 3759 confirm balanced performance across both threaded and lightly threaded workloads.

The Core i9-14901TE offers double the cores, double the threads, a larger L2 cache per core, and a substantially larger L3 cache. Its boost clock of 5.50 GHz is higher than the Core i3-14100's 4.70 GHz. Its TDP of 45 watts is lower than the Core i3-14100's 60 watts. These specifications indicate a processor designed for high-core-count throughput with efficient power draw.

However, the database records no benchmark results for the Core i9-14901TE. Without measured scores, no performance claims can be substantiated from the recorded data. The Core i3-14100 is the only processor in this comparison with verified performance numbers across multiple benchmark suites.

For users requiring proven, measured performance from the database, the Core i3-14100 is the only option with supporting data. For users prioritizing core count, cache size, and boost frequency as stated specifications, the Core i9-14901TE presents the higher ceiling on paper, but the database does not confirm that ceiling with any scores.

The nearest rival data for the Core i3-14100 shows it clustered within 0.3% of three other processors: the Intel Core 3 305, Intel Core 5 330, Intel Core 7 360, and Intel Core i3-13100. This indicates the Core i3-14100 sits in a dense competitive band where small performance differences separate adjacent models.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i3-14100 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Core i3-14100 has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core i9-14901TE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP rating?

A: The Core i3-14100 has a TDP of 60 watts. The Core i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare between the two?

A: The Core i3-14100 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Does the Core i3-14100 have recorded benchmark scores?

A: Yes, the Core i3-14100 has 19 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests, with an average benchmark score of 18318.

Q: Does the Core i9-14901TE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the database lists no benchmark scores for the Core i9-14901TE. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Core i3-14100 uses UHD Graphics 730. The Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Are both processors on the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i3-14100 wins in every category where measured data exists. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12820 and single-core score of 1809 establish verified performance baselines. Its Passmark integer math score of 45329 and floating point math score of 35266 demonstrate strong arithmetic throughput. Its Geekbench scores of 7231 multicore and 2133 single-core provide additional cross-validation.

The Core i3-14100 has a higher base clock of 3.50 GHz versus 2.30 GHz, which benefits sustained workloads that do not trigger boost states. Its smaller die size of 163 mm² versus 257 mm² suggests lower manufacturing complexity. Its launch MSRP of $134 is the only recorded price data in the comparison.

The Core i9-14901TE wins on raw specification counts. It has double the cores and threads, enabling higher theoretical parallel throughput. Its L3 cache of 36 MB is three times the 12 MB of the Core i3-14100. Its L2 cache per core of 2 MB exceeds the 1.25 MB per core of the Core i3-14100. Its boost clock of 5.50 GHz is the highest single-core ceiling in the comparison.

The Core i9-14901TE also wins on power efficiency per core. Its TDP of 45 watts for 8 cores yields a lower per-core power envelope than the 60 watts of the 4-core Core i3-14100. Its integrated UHD Graphics 770 is a higher tier than the UHD Graphics 730 in the Core i3-14100.

For workloads that depend on measured, verified benchmark performance, the Core i3-14100 is the only processor with supporting data. The database records no scenario where the Core i9-14901TE outperforms the Core i3-14100 because no benchmark scores exist for the Core i9-14901TE.

For workloads that depend on core count, cache capacity, and peak boost frequency as design specifications, the Core i9-14901TE presents a stronger theoretical profile. The absence of benchmark data means these specifications cannot be translated into performance scores from the database.

The nearest rival cluster for the Core i3-14100, with deltas between 0.1% and 0.3%, indicates that its performance sits within a narrow band of comparable processors. The Core i9-14901TE has no nearest rival data, leaving its competitive position undefined.