Intel Core i5-110 vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-110 versus the Intel Core i9-14901TE. Neither processor has any benchmark entries, average scores, or nearest rival comparisons in the recorded data. Both CPUs share an identical percentile ranking of 50 against all other processors in the database, which indicates they occupy the same median position in overall performance distribution, though this ranking does not differentiate between them in specific workloads.

The absence of measured scores means the comparison must rely entirely on architectural specifications and recorded characteristics. The Core i9-14901TE carries a significant advantage in core and thread counts, offering 8 cores and 16 threads against the Core i5-110's 6 cores and 12 threads. This represents a 33% increase in core count and a 33% increase in thread count for the i9 part. The boost clock differential is equally pronounced, with the i9-14901TE reaching 5.50 GHz versus the i5-110's 4.30 GHz, a 28% higher maximum frequency.

The cache hierarchy shows substantial divergence. The Core i9-14901TE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-110 offers 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The i9's per-core L2 cache is 8 times larger, and its total L3 cache is 3 times larger. These differences suggest the i9-14901TE can maintain larger working sets in fast cache memory, which typically benefits workloads with repetitive data access patterns.

The base clock comparison shows the Core i5-110 at 2.90 GHz versus the Core i9-14901TE at 2.30 GHz, a 26% advantage for the i5 part at idle or low-load frequencies. However, the i9's higher boost ceiling and additional cores mean the sustained performance envelope favors the i9 in multi-threaded scenarios. The power envelope differs as well, with the i5-110 rated at 65 watts TDP and the i9-14901TE rated at 45 watts TDP, indicating the i9 achieves its performance at a lower nominal thermal design power despite its higher core count and boost clock.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i9-14901TE wins in multi-core workloads by virtue of its 8 cores and 16 threads, which directly scales with thread-parallel applications such as video rendering, compilation tasks, scientific computing, and server-style workloads. The 36 MB of shared L3 cache provides a substantial advantage for data-intensive operations where cache residency reduces memory traffic. The 5.50 GHz boost clock also gives it the edge in single-threaded peak performance when a workload can utilize the maximum frequency on one or two cores.

The Core i5-110 wins in scenarios where its higher base clock of 2.90 GHz matters, particularly in lightly threaded workloads that stay near base frequency rather than boosting. Its 65 watt TDP suggests a different thermal profile, potentially allowing sustained operation at higher base frequencies in constrained cooling environments where the i9's lower TDP might allow the system to run at lower overall power draw. The i5-110's Intel Socket 1200 compatibility makes it suitable for older platform upgrades, while the i9-14901TE requires Socket 1700.

The i9-14901TE delivers a 2 MB per-core L2 cache configuration, which benefits workloads with high per-thread locality. The i5-110's 256 KB per-core L2 is typical for its generation but limits per-thread cache capacity. The i9 also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving platform flexibility, while the i5-110 is restricted to DDR4. ECC memory support on the i9-14901TE makes it suitable for error-sensitive computing environments, a capability absent from the i5-110.

For integrated graphics, the i9-14901TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the i5-110 includes UHD Graphics 630. The newer graphics implementation on the i9 provides additional media capabilities, though the database does not record specific performance metrics for either GPU. The i9-14901TE also offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, doubling the interconnect bandwidth compared to the i5-110's PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, which matters for high-throughput storage and GPU workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors belong to different architectural generations and process nodes. The Core i5-110 uses Comet Lake architecture on Intel's 14 nm process, while the Core i9-14901TE uses Raptor Lake-R architecture on Intel's 10 nm process. The die size for the i9-14901TE is recorded at 257 mm², while no die size is available for the i5-110. The smaller process node on the i9 enables higher transistor density and improved power efficiency per transistor, which partially explains how the i9 achieves higher boost clocks and more cores within a lower 45 watt TDP envelope.

The i5-110 belongs to the Comet Lake generation, a refresh of the Skylake-derived microarchitecture. The i9-14901TE belongs to the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, which builds upon the Alder Lake architecture with refinements. The Raptor Lake design incorporates a hybrid core arrangement in some variants, though the recorded data for this specific part lists 8 cores and 16 threads without specifying performance versus efficiency core types. The 14 nm Comet Lake design uses a monolithic core layout with uniform core types.

Cache organization differs fundamentally between the two. The i5-110 implements a 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and a shared 12 MB L3. The i9-14901TE implements an 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and a shared 36 MB L3. The L3 cache capacity difference of 24 MB represents a 200% increase for the i9, which can substantially reduce memory latency for working sets that fit within the larger cache. The per-core L2 difference of 1.75 MB also indicates a fundamentally different cache hierarchy design between the Comet Lake and Raptor Lake architectures.

Memory support diverges with the i5-110 supporting only DDR4 and the i9-14901TE supporting both DDR4 and DDR5. The i5-110 records a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the i9-14901TE. The dual-channel memory bus is common to both processors. The i9-14901TE adds ECC memory support, a feature not present on the i5-110, which targets reliability-oriented deployments.

The socket platforms differ completely: the i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200, while the i9-14901TE uses Intel Socket 1700. These sockets are not cross-compatible, meaning motherboard selection determines which processor can be installed. PCIe generation advances from Gen 3 on the i5-110 to Gen 5 on the i9-14901TE, with both providing 16 CPU-attached lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with the i5-110 carrying UHD Graphics 630 and the i9-14901TE carrying UHD Graphics 770.

The release dates place the i9-14901TE earlier at 2024-06-30, while the i5-110 has a recorded release date of 2025-09-10. The i5-110 carries a launch MSRP of $200, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i9-14901TE. Both processors are listed as Active in production status. The i5-110 has no series designation, while the i9-14901TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, indicating locked overclocking capabilities for both.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The i9 provides 2 additional cores and 4 additional threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-110 boosts to 4.30 GHz. This gives the i9 a 1.20 GHz higher maximum frequency.

Q: Do these processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-110 supports only DDR4 memory. The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, providing broader memory compatibility.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-110 does not. This makes the i9 suitable for error-detecting memory configurations.

Q: What is the TDP rating for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 watts, which is 20 watts lower despite having more cores and a higher boost clock.

Q: Are the sockets the same for both processors?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses Intel Socket 1700. These are different socket platforms and require different motherboards.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates the Intel Core i9-14901TE holds decisive advantages in core count, thread count, boost clock, cache capacity, memory flexibility, ECC support, PCIe generation, and integrated graphics version. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 5.50 GHz boost clock and 36 MB of L3 cache positions it as the stronger processor for multi-threaded and peak single-thread performance scenarios. The 45 watt TDP further suggests efficient power utilization, and the Socket 1700 platform provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity and DDR5 memory support.

The Intel Core i5-110 offers a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz, which may provide better performance in workloads that operate at sustained base frequencies. Its 65 watt TDP and Comet Lake architecture on 14 nm process represent an older design, but its Socket 1200 compatibility and $200 launch MSRP make it a distinct platform choice. The i5-110's 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth is the only recorded bandwidth figure between the two, though the i9's DDR5 support likely provides higher bandwidth when paired with DDR5 modules.

The data shows no benchmark results to validate real-world performance differences, so the analysis rests on specification comparison. The i9-14901TE's architectural advantages in cache hierarchy, process node (10 nm versus 14 nm), and feature set (ECC, DDR5, PCIe Gen 5) make it the more capable processor on paper. The i5-110's higher base clock and lower platform entry point through Socket 1200 may serve specific use cases where those characteristics matter more than the i9's expanded capabilities.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-110 | Intel Core i9-14901TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.90 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.30 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Comet Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Comet Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Core i5 (Comet Lake) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 42.7 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 630 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release Date | 2025-09-10 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $200 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Series | None | Core 14th Gen |

| Part Number | SA35X | Q49CSRNJJ |