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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core i7-14701TE, which wins 15 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core i3-14100F secures only 2 wins, both in the PassMark single-thread tests.

The largest margin belongs to the i7-14701TE in PassMark's find prime numbers test, where it scores 143 against 61 for the i3-14100F, a difference of 57.3%. This workload is highly sensitive to core count and memory bandwidth, and the i7's 8 cores and 16 threads provide a substantial advantage. Similarly, the PassMark physics test shows a 42.1% gap, with the i7-14701TE scoring 1860 versus 1077 for the i3-14100F. Physics simulations typically scale well with additional cores, and the data confirms this pattern.

In integer math, the i7-14701TE scores 65792, which is 31.1% ahead of the i3-14100F's 45357. Floating point math shows a 29.6% gap, with scores of 50219 and 35370 respectively. These results are consistent with the i7's doubled core and thread count, though the per-core performance also plays a role.

The Cinebench suite shows remarkably consistent deltas across all versions. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, the multicore scores for the i7-14701TE are 1716, 7154, and 17035 respectively, while the i3-14100F scores 1318, 5495, and 13084. Each comparison yields a 23.2% advantage for the i7. Single-core Cinebench results show a similar pattern, with deltas between 23.1% and 23.3% across all three versions. The i7-14701TE's single-core scores are 242, 1010, and 2405 in R15, R20, and R23, versus 186, 775, and 1847 for the i3-14100F.

Data compression shows a 20.1% advantage for the i7-14701TE, scoring 220520 against 176106. Data encryption shows a 23.7% gap, with scores of 11699 and 8922. Extended instructions show a smaller but still clear 16.5% difference, with the i7 at 14354 and the i3 at 11984. Random string sorting shows a 22.7% gap, with scores of 22760 and 17596.

The PassMark multithread score for the i7-14701TE is 20042, which is 23.1% higher than the i3-14100F's 15420. This aligns closely with the Cinebench multicore deltas, suggesting that the performance advantage is consistent across different multithreaded workloads.

The i3-14100F's only wins come in the PassMark single-thread and singlethread tests, where it scores 3778 against 2637 for the i7-14701TE. This represents a 43.3% advantage, a substantial margin that indicates the i3's higher base clock of 3.50 GHz contributes significantly to single-thread performance, despite the i7 having a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i7's lower base clock of 2.10 GHz likely hampers its sustained single-thread performance in this specific benchmark.

The overall average benchmark score places the i7-14701TE at 26013, compared to 18519 for the i3-14100F. The i7 sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, while the i3 sits in the 72nd percentile. The i7's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 with a delta of 0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS with a delta of -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE with a delta of 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U with a delta of -0.7%. The i3's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13420H with a delta of 0%, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE with a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core i3-13100 with a delta of 0.8%, and the Intel Core 7 360 with a delta of 0.8%.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to Intel's Core 14th Gen series and share the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both use the Intel Socket 1700, are built on Intel's 10 nm process node, and are manufactured by Intel. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, both support ECC memory, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The core configuration differs substantially. The i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, exactly double. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the i3 and 2 MB per core for the i7, giving the i7 a larger per-core L2 allocation. The L3 cache is 12 MB shared for the i3, while the i7 has 33 MB shared, a 21 MB difference that benefits the i7 in workloads with larger working sets.

Clock speeds show a different design philosophy. The i3-14100F has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i7-14701TE has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i7's boost clock is 0.50 GHz higher, but its base clock is 1.40 GHz lower, which explains the single-thread test results where the i3 wins due to its higher sustained base frequency.

Thermal design power differs, with the i3-14100F rated at 58 W and the i7-14701TE at 45 W. The i7 achieves higher performance despite a lower TDP rating, which indicates that its additional cores are able to operate within a more efficient power envelope in the recorded workloads.

The die size differs, with the i3-14100F measuring 163 mm² and the i7-14701TE measuring 257 mm². The i7's larger die accommodates the additional cores and cache. Integrated graphics also differ: the i3-14100F has no integrated graphics (N/A), while the i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770. This makes the i3 reliant on a discrete GPU, whereas the i7 can output video without an add-in card.

Release dates differ, with the i3-14100F released on 2024-01-07 and the i7-14701TE released on 2024-06-30. The i3 has a launch MSRP of $109, while the i7 has no recorded launch MSRP in the database. Both carry a part number, SRMX2 for the i3 and Q49GSRNJL for the i7, and both are in active production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i3-14100F has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: How does the core count compare between these two CPUs?

A: The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads. The i7 has exactly double the core and thread count.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770. The Intel Core i3-14100F has no integrated graphics (N/A), requiring a separate GPU for display output.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference between the two?

A: The i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i3-14100F has 12 MB. The i7 provides 21 MB more L3 cache.

Q: Which CPU wins in single-threaded PassMark testing?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100F wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 3778, compared to 2637 for the i7-14701TE, a 43.3% advantage.

Q: What is the overall average benchmark score for each?

A: The i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26013, while the i3-14100F has an average benchmark score of 18519. The i7 sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, and the i3 sits in the 72nd percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications. The i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads; the i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The i3 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz; the i7 has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The TDP is 58 W for the i3 and 45 W for the i7. The die size is 163 mm² for the i3 and 257 mm² for the i7.

The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the i3 and 2 MB per core for the i7. The L3 cache is 12 MB shared for the i3 and 33 MB shared for the i7. The i3 has no integrated graphics; the i7 includes UHD Graphics 770. The release date is 2024-01-07 for the i3 and 2024-06-30 for the i7. The i3 has a launch MSRP of $109; the i7 has no recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers are SRMX2 for the i3 and Q49GSRNJL for the i7.

The fields that are identical include the series (Core 14th Gen), manufacturer (Intel), socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), codename (Raptor Lake-R), generation (Raptor Lake Refresh), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (Dual-channel), ECC memory support (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 Lanes CPU only), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlocked (false).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701TE is the dominant performer across nearly all recorded benchmarks. It wins every Cinebench test, both single-core and multicore, with consistent deltas around 23.2%. It also wins all PassMark workloads except the single-thread tests, with margins ranging from 16.5% in extended instructions to 57.3% in find prime numbers. This makes the i7 the clear choice for multithreaded applications, including rendering, physics simulation, data compression, encryption, and integer-heavy workloads. The i7's 8 cores, 16 threads, and 33 MB L3 cache provide the resources needed for these tasks, and its 45 W TDP allows it to deliver this performance within a lower power envelope than the i3.

The Intel Core i3-14100F wins only the PassMark single-thread and singlethread tests, with a 43.3% advantage. This result is driven by its higher base clock of 3.50 GHz, which allows it to sustain higher single-thread performance than the i7's 2.10 GHz base clock. The i3 is therefore better suited for workloads that are strictly single-threaded and do not benefit from additional cores, such as certain legacy applications or lightly threaded tasks. Its 4 cores and 8 threads are sufficient for basic desktop use, and its lack of integrated graphics means it pairs with a discrete GPU in a desktop configuration.

For users selecting between these two, the benchmark data provides a clear split. The i7-14701TE is the superior processor for almost all compute-intensive tasks, with its only weakness being single-thread PassMark results. The i3-14100F is competitive only in single-thread scenarios, where its higher base clock gives it a distinct edge. The i7's additional cores, larger cache, and integrated graphics make it the more versatile and capable processor overall, despite its lower base clock. The i3, with its higher base clock and lower core count, serves a narrower role in single-threaded applications.