Intel Core i3-14100F vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive performance gap between the Intel Core i3-14100F and the Intel Core i7-14701E. Across all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, the i7-14701E takes the win, with zero victories for the i3-14100F.

The largest margin appears in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where the i7-14701E scores 176 against 61 for the i3-14100F, a delta of 65.3% in favor of the i7. This workload is highly dependent on integer throughput and cache hierarchy, and the i7's advantage is substantial.

Passmark physics also shows a major gap: 2399 versus 1077, a 55.1% delta. Physics simulation typically scales with core count and memory bandwidth, so the i7's 8 cores and 16 threads provide a clear edge over the i3's 4 cores and 8 threads.

In integer math, the i7-14701E scores 81325 compared to 45357 for the i3-14100F, representing a 44.2% advantage. Floating-point math follows a similar pattern: 61873 versus 35370, a 42.8% delta. These results reflect the i7's higher core count and larger cache allocation.

The Cinebench suite confirms the pattern. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the i7-14701E scores 22195 while the i3-14100F scores 13084, a 41% delta. The single-core R23 test shows 3133 versus 1847, also a 41% delta. Notably, the single-core gap is identical in percentage terms to the multicore gap, which indicates that the i7's advantage comes from both architectural efficiency and core count.

Cinebench R20 multicore shows 9321 for the i7 against 5495 for the i3, a 41% delta. R20 single-core delivers 1315 versus 775, a 41.1% delta. R15 multicore records 2237 against 1318, a 41.1% delta, while R15 single-core shows 315 versus 186, a 41% delta. The consistency of these deltas across Cinebench versions suggests a uniform architectural advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

Passmark data compression favors the i7-14701E at 282939 versus 176106, a 37.8% delta. Data encryption shows 14862 against 8922, a 40% delta. Extended instructions score 18528 versus 11984, a 35.3% delta. Random string sorting delivers 29158 against 17596, a 39.7% delta.

The smallest margin appears in passmark_single_thread: 4305 versus 3778, a 12.2% delta. This is the only test where the gap drops below 35%, indicating that the i7's per-core performance is stronger but not overwhelmingly so in single-threaded workloads.

Passmark multithread shows 26112 versus 15420, a 40.9% delta. The average benchmark score for the i7-14701E is 33206, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The i3-14100F averages 18519, which lands in the 72nd percentile. The gap in average score is 79.3% in favor of the i7.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to Intel's Core 14th Gen series, share the Raptor Lake architecture, and use the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both are manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry and use the Intel Socket 1700. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The core configuration differs substantially. The i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. This doubling of cores and threads directly explains much of the multicore benchmark delta.

Clock speeds also differ. The i3-14100F runs at a 3.50 GHz base clock and boosts to 4.70 GHz. The i7-14701E has a lower 2.60 GHz base clock but boosts to 5.40 GHz. The higher boost clock on the i7 contributes to its single-core advantage, despite the lower base frequency.

Cache allocation diverges significantly. Both CPUs have 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core on the i7, but the i3-14100F has only 1.25 MB of L2 per core. The L3 cache differs more dramatically: the i7-14701E has 33 MB shared L3, while the i3-14100F has 12 MB shared. The i7's larger cache pool benefits workloads with repeated data access, such as data compression and extended instructions.

Die size reflects the difference in core count and cache. The i7-14701E has a 257 mm² die, while the i3-14100F measures 163 mm². Both use DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ. The i3-14100F has no integrated graphics, while the i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770. This matters for systems that rely on the CPU's display output, though the i3-14100F's "F" suffix indicates it requires a discrete GPU.

The i3-14100F has a launch MSRP of $109, while the i7-14701E has no recorded launch MSRP in the database. The i7-14701E was released on 2024-06-30, roughly six months after the i3-14100F's 2024-01-07 release date.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear hierarchy. The i7-14701E outperforms the i3-14100F in every recorded benchmark, with deltas ranging from 12.2% in single-threaded tests to 65.3% in prime number calculation. The i7's 83rd percentile ranking versus the i3's 72nd percentile confirms its higher overall standing.

For users who prioritize multicore throughput, the i7-14701E is the only choice. Cinebench R23 multicore, Passmark multithread, and integer math all show roughly 40% or greater advantages for the i7. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with 33 MB of L3 cache provides a structural advantage that the i3 cannot overcome.

For single-threaded workloads, the i7 still wins, but the margin narrows. The 12.2% delta in Passmark single-thread and 41% delta in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate that the i7's higher boost clock (5.40 GHz versus 4.70 GHz) delivers meaningful but not overwhelming per-core gains.

The i3-14100F remains a viable option for systems where the benchmark gap is acceptable, particularly for users who require a lower-power desktop processor. Its 58 W TDP versus the i7's 65 W TDP represents a modest power difference, but the performance gap is substantial. The i3 does have a recorded launch MSRP of $109, while the i7 has no such figure in the database.

The i7-14701E also includes UHD Graphics 770, which the i3-14100F lacks entirely. This makes the i7 suitable for systems without a discrete GPU, while the i3-14100F mandates one.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU wins in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 22195 versus 13084 for the Intel Core i3-14100F, a 41% delta in favor of the i7.

Q: How large is the single-threaded performance gap?

A: In Passmark single-thread, the i7-14701E scores 4305 against 3778 for the i3-14100F, a 12.2% delta. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i7 scores 3133 versus 1847, a 41% delta.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i3-14100F and the Intel Core i7-14701E have ECC memory support enabled in the database records.

Q: What is the difference in core count?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which CPU has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770. The Intel Core i3-14100F has no integrated graphics, as indicated by the "F" designation in its name.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i3-14100F has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701E wins in every recorded benchmark category. The largest advantages appear in prime number calculation (65.3% delta), physics simulation (55.1% delta), and integer math (44.2% delta). These workloads benefit from the i7's 8 cores, 16 threads, and 33 MB L3 cache.

The i7 also dominates in data compression (37.8% delta), data encryption (40% delta), and extended instructions (35.3% delta), where the larger cache and higher thread count allow more parallel work and better data reuse.

The smallest i7 advantage, 12.2%, appears in Passmark single-thread. This indicates that the i3-14100F's per-core architecture is competitive, but the i7's higher boost clock (5.40 GHz versus 4.70 GHz) still secures the win.

The i3-14100F has no benchmark wins. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration with 12 MB L3 cache and 4.70 GHz boost clock places it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, which is respectable but clearly below the i7's 83rd percentile.

For users who require the highest available performance in the database, the i7-14701E is the definitive choice. For users who accept lower performance in exchange for a processor with a lower TDP (58 W versus 65 W) and a recorded launch MSRP, the i3-14100F remains a functional desktop part, but it cannot match the i7's output in any measured workload.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-14100F | Intel Core i7-14701E |

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

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.50 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 58 W | 65 W |

| Die Size | 163 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $109 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SRMX2 | Q49FSRNJK |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 72 | 83 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 18519 | 33206 |