Intel Core i5-110 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 338H Comparison

Intel Core i5-110 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 338H: a desktop processor from the Comet Lake generation faces a mobile processor from the Panther Lake-H generation. The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark results for these two parts, but the available measurements for the Core Ultra 5 338H and the architectural specifications for both chips provide a clear picture of their relative capabilities. The Core Ultra 5 338H holds a substantial performance advantage across every measurable category, while the Core i5-110 remains a functional desktop part with its own distinct characteristics.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct comparisons are not possible because the database contains no benchmark scores for the Intel Core i5-110. All recorded scores belong to the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H, and those results are extensive. In Cinebench R23, the Core Ultra 5 338H posts a multi-core score of 16331 and a single-core score of 2044. For context, the same processor achieves 10213 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 1441 in Cinebench R20 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 2504 in multi-core and 305 in single-core.

The PassMark suite further quantifies the Core Ultra 5 338H's performance. Its multi-thread score is 28717, and its single-thread score is 4180. In specific workloads, the processor reaches 84067 in floating point math, 64934 in integer math, and 276539 in data compression. Data encryption scores 21367, extended instructions score 23906, and random string sorting scores 34082. Physics processing yields 2697, while the find prime numbers test produces a score of 304.

These numbers place the Core Ultra 5 338H at the 84th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 33989. The nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H with an average score of 34083, a delta of -0.3 percent relative to the Core Ultra 5 338H; the Intel Core i7-12800HX with 33875, a delta of 0.3 percent; the Intel Xeon 6353P with 33844, a delta of 0.4 percent; and the AMD EPYC 4244P with 34220, a delta of -0.7 percent. The Core Ultra 5 338H sits effectively level with these competitors, within a narrow band of less than one percent in either direction.

Without any recorded scores for the Core i5-110, its performance must be inferred from its specifications. The Core i5-110 offers 6 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 2.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 338H offers 12 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 1.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 338H has double the core count, and its higher boost clock suggests a clear single-thread advantage. The Core i5-110 has no benchmark data, so no exact deltas can be stated.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H is the stronger processor by a wide margin. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16331 demonstrates high throughput for multi-threaded workloads, and its single-core score of 2044 shows strong responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks. The PassMark results confirm this across a variety of operations, from integer and floating point math to data compression and encryption.

The Core i5-110, with no benchmark scores in the database, cannot be positioned against the Core Ultra 5 338H with numerical precision. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration and 4.30 GHz boost clock place it in a lower performance tier. The Core Ultra 5 338H's 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, combined with its near-parity to the Core Ultra 7 165H and Core i7-12800HX, makes it the clear choice for any workload where processing power matters.

The Core i5-110 is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP and an Intel Socket 1200 interface. The Core Ultra 5 338H is a mobile processor with a 25 W TDP and an Intel BGA 2540 interface. These are different platform targets. The data shows the Core Ultra 5 338H delivers far more performance per watt, given its higher output at less than half the thermal design power. For a user building a desktop system, the Core i5-110 offers a known socket and DDR4 memory support. For a user prioritizing raw performance, the Core Ultra 5 338H is the only option with measured results, and those results are strong.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural eras. The Intel Core i5-110 uses the Comet Lake architecture, built on Intel's 14 nm process node. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR4 memory over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The processor uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Its integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 630. It fits an Intel Socket 1200 and carries a 65 W TDP.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H belongs to the Panther Lake architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process node. It has 12 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its cache is significantly larger: 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes from the CPU. Its integrated graphics are Arc B370. It fits an Intel BGA 2540 socket and carries a 25 W TDP.

The architectural differences are stark. The Core Ultra 5 338H uses a newer process node, has double the cores, more than triple the memory bandwidth, and a more advanced PCIe generation. The Core i5-110 has a higher base clock, but its boost clock is lower. The Core Ultra 5 338H's L3 cache is 50 percent larger than the Core i5-110's 12 MB. The L2 cache per core is nearly ten times larger on the Core Ultra 5 338H. None of these facts directly produce a benchmark score, but they explain the performance gap observed in the Core Ultra 5 338H's results.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H?

A: The average benchmark score for the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H is 33989. This places it at the 84th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The nearest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H with an average score of 34083, which is 0.3 percent higher. The Intel Core i7-12800HX scores 33875, 0.3 percent lower. The Intel Xeon 6353P scores 33844, 0.4 percent lower. The AMD EPYC 4244P scores 34220, 0.7 percent higher. All deltas are within one percent.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 supports DDR4 memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H supports LPDDR5X memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 has a TDP of 65 W. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H has a TDP of 25 W.

Q: What integrated graphics are present in each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 uses UHD Graphics 630. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H uses Arc B370.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores recorded for the Intel Core i5-110?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the Intel Core i5-110. All recorded benchmark data in this comparison belongs to the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H wins on every recorded benchmark. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16331 indicates strong performance in rendering and video encoding workloads. The single-core score of 2044 suggests fast response in applications that rely on one or two threads. PassMark results show dominance in integer math at 64934, floating point math at 84067, and data compression at 276539. The processor's 84th percentile ranking confirms it sits above the vast majority of CPUs in the database.

The Intel Core i5-110 has no recorded wins. Its specifications point to a different use case: a desktop processor with a conventional socket, DDR4 support, and PCIe Gen 3. For a user with an existing Socket 1200 motherboard, the Core i5-110 is a drop-in option. Its 6 cores and 12 threads handle standard desktop tasks, and its 65 W TDP allows for simple cooling solutions. The integrated UHD Graphics 630 provides basic display output without a discrete GPU.

The Core Ultra 5 338H is a mobile part with a BGA 2540 socket, meaning it is soldered to the motherboard. It is not a user-upgradeable component. Its 25 W TDP and LPDDR5X memory support make it suited for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency matters. The Arc B370 integrated graphics offer a higher performance tier than the UHD Graphics 630.

In terms of raw capability, the Core Ultra 5 338H delivers more cores, a higher boost clock, a larger cache, and more memory bandwidth. The Core i5-110 offers a higher base clock and a desktop platform. The data shows no scenario where the Core i5-110 outperforms the Core Ultra 5 338H, because no benchmark results exist for the Core i5-110. The nearest rivals to the Core Ultra 5 338H, all within 0.7 percent of its average score, confirm that it performs at a level comparable to recent high-end mobile and desktop processors. The Core i5-110, with its older architecture and smaller core count, occupies a different performance class.