Intel Core i5-110 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T and Intel Core i5-110 are separated by more than a product generation. The recorded benchmark data shows only the Core Ultra 5 225T has measured scores, while the Core i5-110 has no benchmark entries in the database. This creates a one-sided comparison, but the available data for the Ultra 5 225T is extensive and can be contextualized against its nearest rivals.

The Core Ultra 5 225T posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21971. This is a strong result for a 65 W desktop processor. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 9227, and in Cinebench R15, it is 2214. These three tests show a consistent scaling pattern across render workloads. The single-core scores are equally telling: Cinebench R23 single-core reaches 3101, R20 single-core hits 1302, and R15 single-core lands at 312. The single-core performance relative to multi-core indicates a well-balanced design, where the boost clock of 4.90 GHz is effectively utilized.

PassMark results for the Core Ultra 5 225T further characterize its strengths. The multi-thread score is 25358, while the single-thread score is 4348. Integer math scores 59543, floating-point math scores 82751, and extended instructions (SIMD) score 20083. Data compression reaches 233998, while data encryption is 18289. Prime number finding is 284, physics is 2053, and random string sorting is 28774. These figures show a processor that handles both integer and floating-point workloads competently, with encryption being the weakest relative area.

The average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 5 225T is 30468. This places it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals in the database are close in average score: the Intel Core i9-11980HK averages 30422 (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS averages 30390 (0.3% behind), the Intel Core i5-13600H averages 30548 (0.3% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7736U averages 30364 (0.3% behind). None of these deltas exceed 0.3%, meaning the Core Ultra 5 225T sits in a tightly contested performance band. The data shows it is neither a dominant leader nor a laggard among these specific mobile and desktop hybrid parts.

Because the Core i5-110 has no benchmark scores in the database, a direct head-to-head numerical comparison cannot be made. The wins column shows zero for both processors, but that is a function of missing data, not parity. The only quantitative comparison available is through the architecture and specification differences, which are substantial. The Core i5-110 belongs to Comet Lake, a 14 nm design, while the Core Ultra 5 225T uses Arrow Lake on a 3 nm node with a TSMC foundry. This node difference alone suggests a significant performance-per-watt gap, though no direct wattage or efficiency metrics are recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 225T wins in every measured benchmark category because it is the only one with recorded results. However, a more useful analysis comes from examining where its strengths lie relative to its rivals and within its own score profile.

For multi-threaded rendering, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21971 is the highest among its recorded tests in that suite, and the R20 and R15 scores scale proportionally. This indicates the 10-core, 10-thread configuration is well-suited for render workloads that can use multiple cores without hyper-threading. The passmark multi-thread score of 25358 reinforces this, showing that the processor delivers substantial parallel throughput. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i5-13600H, is 0.3% ahead in average score, so the Ultra 5 225T is competitive in multi-thread tasks but not decisively ahead.

For single-thread workloads, the passmark single-thread score of 4348 is a strong figure, and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3101 confirms that the 4.90 GHz boost clock is effective. This makes the Ultra 5 225T suitable for lightly threaded applications such as web browsing, office productivity, and older games that rely on one or two cores. The 0.3% deltas to rivals in average score suggest that single-thread performance is comparable to the i9-11980HK and Ryzen 5 7640HS, though those rivals may have different core counts and clock behaviors.

The Core i5-110, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, would likely win in scenarios where hyper-threading is beneficial over the Ultra 5 225T's 10 threads. The i5-110 has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, both lower than the Ultra 5 225T's 2.50 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost. But the i5-110's architecture, Comet Lake, relies on higher per-core efficiency from an older process. Without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm any actual win for the i5-110. The only factual statement is that the Ultra 5 225T has a higher boost clock and more cores, while the i5-110 has more threads per core.

For power-sensitive applications, both processors have a TDP of 65 W, so neither has an inherent thermal advantage based on the recorded TDP. However, the Ultra 5 225T uses a 3 nm process from TSMC, which typically allows higher performance at the same power envelope compared to a 14 nm design. The database does not record efficiency metrics, so this remains a qualitative observation based on the process node difference.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Core i5-110 uses Comet Lake, a 14 nm process manufactured by Intel. This is a mature architecture with a monolithic die design. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses Arrow Lake, specifically Arrow Lake-S, built on a 3 nm process by TSMC. Arrow Lake represents a newer generation with a different transistor layout and power delivery approach.

The process node difference is stark: 14 nm versus 3 nm. This affects transistor density, switching speed, and leakage current. The Ultra 5 225T has 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, while the i5-110 has no recorded transistor count or die size. The 3 nm node allows for more transistors in a similar area, which is reflected in the Ultra 5 225T's higher core count.

Cache hierarchy differs significantly. The i5-110 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 225T has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 225T's L1 is three times larger per core, and its L2 is twelve times larger per core. The L3 cache is also 67% larger in total. These differences suggest the Ultra 5 225T can keep more data closer to the cores, reducing memory latency for frequently accessed data.

The memory support also diverges. The i5-110 supports DDR4 memory, while the Ultra 5 225T supports DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus, but the memory bandwidth differs: the i5-110 has 42.7 GB/s, while the Ultra 5 225T has 102.4 GB/s. This is a 2.4x increase in theoretical bandwidth for the Ultra 5 225T. For memory-intensive workloads, such as data compression or large database queries, this bandwidth advantage matters.

PCI Express support is another major split. The i5-110 offers PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 5 225T offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. This means the Ultra 5 225T can connect to modern GPUs and NVMe storage at much higher data rates, and it has four additional CPU-attached lanes.

Integrated graphics differ qualitatively. The i5-110 uses UHD Graphics 630, a legacy Intel GPU. The Ultra 5 225T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 16 execution units, a newer architecture. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores for either, so no numerical comparison is possible.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors, based only on the recorded data:

• Cores: 6 for the i5-110, 10 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Threads: 12 for the i5-110, 10 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Base clock: 2.90 GHz for the i5-110, 2.50 GHz for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Boost clock: 4.30 GHz for the i5-110, 4.90 GHz for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Socket: Intel Socket 1200 for the i5-110, Intel Socket 1851 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Process node: 14 nm for the i5-110, 3 nm for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Foundry: Intel for the i5-110, TSMC for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Transistors: Not available for the i5-110, 17,800 million for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Die size: Not available for the i5-110, 243 mm² for the Ultra 5 225T.
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core for the i5-110, 192 KB per core for the Ultra 5 225T.
• L2 cache: 256 KB per core for the i5-110, 3 MB per core for the Ultra 5 225T.
• L3 cache: 12 MB shared for the i5-110, 20 MB shared for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Memory support: DDR4 for the i5-110, DDR5 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Memory bandwidth: 42.7 GB/s for the i5-110, 102.4 GB/s for the Ultra 5 225T.
• PCIe: Gen 3, 16 lanes for the i5-110; Gen 5, 20 lanes for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 630 for the i5-110, Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Release date: 2025-09-10 for the i5-110, 2024-12-31 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Launch MSRP: $200 for the i5-110; not available for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Part number: SA35X for the i5-110, unknown for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Percentile vs all CPUs: 50 for the i5-110, 82 for the Ultra 5 225T.
• Average benchmark score: 0 for the i5-110, 30468 for the Ultra 5 225T.

Specifications that are identical: both have a TDP of 65 W, both are dual-channel memory, both have ECC memory disabled, both are desktop market segment, both are Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores, while the Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores. The Ultra 5 225T also has a higher boost clock at 4.90 GHz compared to 4.30 GHz for the i5-110.

Q: Does the Core i5-110 support hyper-threading?

A: Yes, the Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyper-threading is enabled. The Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads, meaning no hyper-threading is present on that part.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Core i5-110 supports DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 5 225T supports DDR5 with 102.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Ultra 5 225T offers over twice the theoretical memory bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225T has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-110 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 225T also has larger L1 (192 KB vs 64 KB per core) and L2 (3 MB vs 256 KB per core) caches.

Q: What are the PCIe capabilities of each?

A: The Core i5-110 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 225T provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, which is a newer and wider interface.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 225T compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225T has an average benchmark score of 30468. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i9-11980HK (30422, 0.2% behind), AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS (30390, 0.3% behind), Intel Core i5-13600H (30548, 0.3% ahead), and AMD Ryzen 7 7736U (30364, 0.3% behind). The performance band is extremely tight, with all deltas within 0.3%.