Intel Core i5-14400 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for the Intel Core i5-14400 against the Intel Core i5-14401TE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, meaning there are no recorded side-by-side test scores for these two processors. This absence of direct comparison data is notable, as it forces the analysis to rely on the architectural and specification differences recorded in the database.

What the database does provide is a substantial benchmark profile for the Intel Core i5-14400. Its average benchmark score is 32115, placing it in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs tracked. The nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-12800H with an average score of 32121 (a 0% delta), the Intel Core i7-13705H at 32076 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i5-14450HX at 32040 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core i9-11900 at 32226 (a -0.3% delta). These figures indicate that the i5-14400 sits in a densely packed performance band, essentially level with several higher-tier mobile and desktop parts from previous generations.

For the Intel Core i5-14401TE, the database records no benchmark scores at all. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile rank is 50. With no test data, the only measurable comparisons must come from the recorded specifications, which show a significant gap in core count and clock speeds.

Looking at the specific benchmark results for the i5-14400, the data shows strong multi-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 21315, while the single-core score is 3009. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 8952 and the single-core result is 1263. The Geekbench multi-core score is 9807, with a single-core score of 1905. PassMark results include a multi-thread score of 25080 and a single-thread score of 3741. The i5-14400 also records specialized workload scores: data compression at 314995, data encryption at 16731, extended instructions at 19816, prime number finding at 80, floating point math at 61549, integer math at 82017, physics at 1396, and random string sorting at 32346.

Since the i5-14401TE has no recorded scores, the head-to-head comparison cannot quantify performance differences. The data instead implies that the i5-14400 is a well-measured processor with a clear performance profile, while the i5-14401TE remains an unmeasured entry in the database, defined only by its specifications.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same fundamental architecture. The Intel Core i5-14400 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE are built on Raptor Lake, with the codename Raptor Lake-R and a 10 nm process node from Intel. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and have a die size of 215 mm². The foundry is Intel for both parts, and both belong to the Core 14th Gen series with the same generation label: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh).

The core configurations differ significantly. The i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. This is a difference of 4 cores and 4 threads. The base clock of the i5-14400 is 2.50 GHz, compared to 2.00 GHz for the i5-14401TE. The boost clock is 4.70 GHz for the i5-14400 and 4.50 GHz for the i5-14401TE. Both processors have a thermal design power of 65 W for the i5-14400 and 45 W for the i5-14401TE, indicating that the TE variant is designed for lower power consumption.

Cache structure is identical in configuration. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared on both parts. Memory support matches as well: both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus. ECC memory support is enabled on both processors. PCIe connectivity is the same, with Gen 5 and 16 lanes from the CPU. Both integrate UHD Graphics 730.

The market segment for both is Desktop, and both are listed as Active in production status. The i5-14400 was released on 2024-01-07, while the i5-14401TE has a release date of 2024-06-30. The i5-14400 has a launch MSRP of $221, while the i5-14401TE has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The architectural takeaways are clear. The i5-14400 uses the same silicon design and cache hierarchy as the i5-14401TE, but with more cores, higher clocks, and a higher TDP. The lower TDP of the i5-14401TE suggests a power-constrained variant of the same Raptor Lake design, likely intended for systems with tighter thermal or power budgets. The data does not include any differences in instruction sets, power management features, or thermal solutions, so those remain unspecified.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a straightforward distinction between these two processors. The Intel Core i5-14400 is a fully benchmarked part with an 82nd percentile rank and an average benchmark score of 32115. It delivers 10 cores, 16 threads, a 2.50 GHz base clock, and a 4.70 GHz boost clock within a 65 W TDP. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark data, 6 cores, 12 threads, a 2.00 GHz base clock, a 4.50 GHz boost clock, and a 45 W TDP.

For workloads where multi-threaded performance is the priority, the i5-14400 has the clear specification advantage. Its additional 4 cores and 4 threads, combined with higher base and boost clocks, should translate to higher throughput in parallel tasks. The benchmark results for the i5-14400 confirm its capability, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21315 and a PassMark multi-thread score of 25080. The i5-14401TE cannot be verified against these numbers because it has no recorded scores.

The i5-14401TE targets a different use case. Its 45 W TDP is 20 W lower than the i5-14400, which indicates a design focused on reduced power draw and potentially lower heat output. The database does not include thermals or power measurements beyond the TDP field, so the actual efficiency difference cannot be quantified. However, the specification gap in cores and clocks suggests that the i5-14401TE would trail the i5-14400 in most compute-heavy scenarios.

From the data alone, the i5-14400 is the stronger processor for performance-focused desktop users. The i5-14401TE is the only choice for those who need the lower 45 W TDP envelope, as the i5-14400 is not available in that power class. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not an available option for either part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded specification fields. The i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The base clock is 2.50 GHz for the i5-14400 and 2.00 GHz for the i5-14401TE. The boost clock is 4.70 GHz for the i5-14400 and 4.50 GHz for the i5-14401TE. The TDP is 65 W for the i5-14400 and 45 W for the i5-14401TE.

The release dates differ. The i5-14400 has a release date of 2024-01-07, while the i5-14401TE has a release date of 2024-06-30. The launch MSRP is $221 for the i5-14400, while the i5-14401TE has no recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers also differ: the i5-14400 is listed as SRN3QSRN46, and the i5-14401TE is listed as Q4T4SRNJP.

Identical specifications include the socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), codename (Raptor Lake-R), generation (Core i5, Raptor Lake Refresh), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), die size (215 mm²), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (1.25 MB per core), L3 cache (20 MB shared), memory support (DDR4 and DDR5), memory bus (Dual-channel), ECC memory support (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes from CPU), integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlock status (false).

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the clock speeds for each processor?

A: The i5-14400 has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The i5-14400 has a TDP of 65 W. The i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores recorded for the i5-14401TE?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the i5-14401TE, with an average benchmark score of 0.

Q: What is the percentile rank of each processor?

A: The i5-14400 is in the 82nd percentile among all CPUs. The i5-14401TE is in the 50th percentile.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, ECC memory support is recorded as true for both the i5-14400 and the i5-14401TE.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14400 wins in every measured performance category, based on the available specification data and its recorded benchmark results. It has more cores, more threads, higher base and boost clocks, and a higher TDP. The benchmark scores confirm a strong multi-threaded profile: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 21315, Cinebench R20 multi-core at 8952, Geekbench multi-core at 9807, and PassMark multi-thread at 25080. Single-thread performance is also solid, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 3009 and PassMark single-thread at 3741. The i5-14400 is the choice for workloads that benefit from parallel processing, such as rendering, video encoding, compilation, and other multi-threaded applications.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in the power envelope category. Its 45 W TDP is lower than the 65 W TDP of the i5-14400. For systems with strict power or thermal limits, the i5-14401TE is the only option between the two that matches that 45 W specification. The database does not include any efficiency benchmarks, so the exact performance-per-watt relationship cannot be stated. The i5-14401TE also has no recorded benchmark scores, so its real-world performance remains unknown from the data.

The shared features matter for both. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, dual-channel memory buses, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both integrate UHD Graphics 730 and use the Intel Socket 1700. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. These commonalities mean the choice between the two comes down to the core count, clock speed, and TDP differences, with the i5-14400 taking the performance side and the i5-14401TE taking the low-power side.