Intel Core i3-14100T vs Intel Core i5-11400F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data presents a clear split between the two processors. The Intel Core i5-11400F wins 13 of the 17 recorded comparisons, while the Intel Core i3-14100T takes 4. The most decisive victories for the i5-11400F come in multi-threaded and memory-heavy workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i5-11400F scores 14340 against 11612 for the i3-14100T, a 19% advantage. That pattern repeats across the older Cinebench versions: R20 multi-core shows 6022 versus 4877 (19%), and R15 multi-core shows 1445 versus 1170 (19%). The single-core Cinebench results follow the same direction, with the i5-11400F leading by 19.1% in R20 (850 versus 688) and by 19% in R23 (2024 versus 1639).

The largest gaps appear in integer-heavy PassMark tests. The i5-11400F scores 57624 in integer math, which is 30.1% ahead of the i3-14100T's 40292. Extended instructions show a 30.5% lead for the i5 (14976 versus 10414), and random string sorting favors the i5 by 35.4% (24124 versus 15579). Data compression also goes strongly to the i5, with 208472 versus 152636, a 26.8% difference. Data encryption shows a 23.1% lead for the i5 (10247 versus 7881). The multithread PassMark result is 16908 for the i5 versus 13662 for the i3, a 19.2% gap. Floating point math is closer, with the i5 ahead by only 8.1% (34127 versus 31379).

The i3-14100T's wins are narrower but meaningful. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 3498 versus the i5's 2981, a 17.3% advantage. The physics test favors the i3 by 15.6% (973 versus 842). Find prime numbers goes to the i3 by 9.8% (56 versus 51). These results indicate that the newer architecture's single-core efficiency and certain specialized integer workloads are strong points. However, the overall volume of wins for the i5-11400F, particularly in multi-core scenarios, is substantial.

The average benchmark score for the i3-14100T is 17648, placing it at the 71st percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival is the Intel Core i3-13100F with an average score of 17653 (0% delta), indicating near-identical performance. The i5-11400F has an average score of 17177, also at the 71st percentile, with its nearest rival being the AMD EPYC 7H12 at 17120 (0.3% delta). Despite the i5 winning more head-to-head tests, the aggregate benchmark scores are surprisingly close, differing by only about 2.7% in favor of the i3. This reflects the i3's strong single-thread results pulling up its average across a broader benchmark suite.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score in PassMark?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100T scores 3498 in PassMark single-thread, which is 17.3% ahead of the Intel Core i5-11400F's 2981.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The i5-11400F leads by 19% in Cinebench R23 multi-core, scoring 14340 versus the i3-14100T's 11612.

Q: Does the i3-14100T win any multi-threaded benchmarks?

A: The i3-14100T wins the PassMark physics test with 973 versus 842 (a 15.6% lead), but it loses in PassMark multithread (13662 versus 16908) and all Cinebench multi-core tests.

Q: What is the difference in average benchmark score between the two?

A: The i3-14100T has an average benchmark score of 17648, while the i5-11400F has 17177. The i3 is slightly higher despite losing the majority of head-to-head tests, due to its single-thread strength.

Q: Are both processors at the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, according to the recorded data.

Q: Which processor has the larger memory bandwidth specification?

A: The i5-11400F lists a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s; the i3-14100T has no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations. The Intel Core i3-14100T is based on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. The Intel Core i5-11400F is based on Rocket Lake and belongs to the Core 11th Gen series. The manufacturing process differs significantly: the i3-14100T uses a 10 nm node, while the i5-11400F uses a 14 nm node. Both are fabricated by Intel.

The die size reflects the generational shift. The i3-14100T has a die size of 163 mm², whereas the i5-11400F has a larger die at 276 mm². This is notable because the i3-14100T has fewer cores (4 versus 6) yet a smaller physical footprint, indicating a denser, more modern process. The cache hierarchy also differs. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB on the i3-14100T versus 512 KB on the i5-11400F. The shared L3 cache is identical at 12 MB for both.

Memory support is a key architectural divergence. The i3-14100T supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the i5-11400F supports only DDR4, also dual-channel. The i5-11400F has a recorded memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s; the i3-14100T has no such figure listed. The i3-14100T also supports ECC memory, which the i5-11400F does not. PCIe lanes differ as well: the i3-14100T provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the i5-11400F provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

Integrated graphics are present on the i3-14100T (UHD Graphics 730) but absent on the i5-11400F, which has no integrated graphics. The production status also differs: the i3-14100T is listed as active, while the i5-11400F is end-of-life. The sockets are incompatible: the i3-14100T uses Intel Socket 1700, and the i5-11400F uses Intel Socket 1200.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most obvious specification difference. The i3-14100T has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the i5-11400F has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are close: 2.70 GHz for the i3 versus 2.60 GHz for the i5. Boost clocks are identical at 4.40 GHz for both. The thermal design power (TDP) differs substantially, with the i3-14100T at 35 W and the i5-11400F at 65 W.

The process node and die size differ as described above: 10 nm and 163 mm² for the i3, versus 14 nm and 276 mm² for the i5. L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB for the i3 and 512 KB for the i5. Memory support is wider on the i3 (DDR4 and DDR5) versus DDR4 only on the i5. ECC support is present on the i3 but not the i5. PCIe generation and lane count favor the i5 in lanes (20 versus 16) but the i3 in generation (Gen 5 versus Gen 4). The i3 has integrated graphics, the i5 does not. The launch MSRP for the i3-14100T is $134, and for the i5-11400F it is $157. The i3 was released in January 2024, while the i5 was released in March 2021. The part numbers are SRMX0 for the i3 and SRKP1 for the i5. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-11400F is the clear winner in multi-threaded productivity. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration gives it a 19% edge in all Cinebench multi-core tests and a 19.2% edge in PassMark multithread. For workloads involving integer math, data compression, encryption, extended instructions, or random string sorting, the i5-11400F wins decisively, with leads ranging from 23.1% to 35.4%. It is also ahead in floating point math by 8.1%. Users running video encoding, 3D rendering, database operations, or any task that scales across cores will find the i5-11400F consistently faster.

The Intel Core i3-14100T wins in single-threaded performance, with a 17.3% PassMark single-thread lead. It also wins the physics test by 15.6% and the find prime numbers test by 9.8%. The i3-14100T's lower TDP (35 W versus 65 W) and support for DDR5 and ECC memory make it a better fit for scenarios where power efficiency, modern memory, or error-correcting memory are priorities. Its integrated graphics provide a display output option without a discrete GPU, which the i5-11400F lacks entirely.

The Verdict

The data supports a straightforward choice based on workload. For multi-core performance and heavy threaded workloads, the Intel Core i5-11400F is the superior option. It wins 13 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, with its largest margins in integer math, extended instructions, and random string sorting. The 19% advantage in Cinebench multi-core across R15, R20, and R23 indicates consistent threading strength. Users with rendering, compilation, or data processing tasks should prefer this processor.

For single-thread performance and efficiency, the Intel Core i3-14100T is the better pick. Its 17.3% lead in PassMark single-thread and its wins in physics and prime number tests show architectural efficiency despite fewer cores. The lower 35 W TDP, support for DDR5 and ECC memory, and integrated graphics give it advantages in compact or power-sensitive builds. The i3 also has a higher average benchmark score (17648 versus 17177) despite losing most head-to-head tests, reflecting its stronger single-core showing across the broader benchmark suite.

Both processors sit at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, making them comparable in overall standing. The i5-11400F is the multi-core champion, while the i3-14100T is the single-core and efficiency champion. The choice depends on whether the workload favors parallel scaling or per-thread speed. The i5-11400F is end-of-life, while the i3-14100T remains active, which may affect long-term availability. The launch MSRP of $134 for the i3-14100T and $157 for the i5-11400F places them in the same general market tier, but the performance profiles are distinct enough to guide the decision.