Intel Core i5-14400 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core i5-14400, which wins 15 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The margin is consistent and wide across most workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the i5-14400 scores 21315 against 17035 for the i7-14701TE, a 25.1% advantage. Single-core results follow the same pattern: 3009 versus 2405, again a 25.1% lead. The Cinebench R15 and R20 suites confirm this trend, with the i5-14400 holding a 25.2% edge in R15 multi-core (2148 vs 1716) and a 25% lead in R20 single-core (1263 vs 1010).

The gap widens significantly in several Passmark subtests. The i5-14400 posts 314995 in data compression, which is 42.8% ahead of the i7-14701TE's 220520. Data encryption shows a 43% difference (16731 vs 11699), and random string sorting favors the i5-14400 by 42.1% (32346 vs 22760). Extended instructions also lean heavily toward the i5-14400, with a 38.1% advantage (19816 vs 14354). Single-thread Passmark scores reinforce the pattern: 3741 versus 2637, a 41.9% lead. Integer math (82017 vs 65792, 24.7%) and floating-point math (61549 vs 50219, 22.6%) both favor the i5-14400, though by smaller margins than the memory-oriented tests.

The i7-14701TE claims only two wins, but they are distinct in character. In the find prime numbers test, it scores 143 against 80, a 44.1% advantage for the i7-14701TE. The physics test also goes its way: 1860 versus 1396, a 24.9% lead. These two results suggest the i7-14701TE has a specific strength in certain integer-heavy or physics simulation workloads, even as it trails in nearly every other measured category. The overall average benchmark score tells the same story: the i5-14400 sits at 32115, while the i7-14701TE rests at 26013, a difference of roughly 23%. The i5-14400 also ranks in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, compared to the 78th percentile for the i7-14701TE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14400 tops out at 4.70 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the database lists ECC memory support as enabled for both the Intel Core i5-14400 and the Intel Core i7-14701TE.

Q: Which CPU has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 20 MB for the Intel Core i5-14400.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400 records an average benchmark score of 32115, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE records 26013. The i5-14400 also holds an 82nd percentile ranking versus the 78th percentile for the i7-14701TE.

Q: Are these processors from the same generation?

A: Both are part of Intel's Core 14th Gen series and use the Raptor Lake-R architecture on a 10 nm process node.

Q: Which chip wins the multi-threaded Passmark test?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400 scores 25080 in Passmark multithread, a 25.1% lead over the i7-14701TE's 20042.

Q: Do both CPUs have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, but they differ. The Intel Core i5-14400 uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same fundamental architecture: Raptor Lake-R, built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's own foundry. The core design is identical in per-core L1 cache, with each core carrying 80 KB. The similarities end there. The i5-14400 uses a 215 mm² die, while the i7-14701TE is physically larger at 257 mm². The L2 cache configuration differs as well: the i5-14400 has 1.25 MB per core, and the i7-14701TE has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache gap is substantial, with the i7-14701TE offering 33 MB shared versus 20 MB shared on the i5-14400.

Core counts also diverge. The i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The thread count is identical, but the i5-14400 achieves it with more physical cores. The i7-14701TE compensates with a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz compared to 4.70 GHz, and a lower base clock of 2.10 GHz versus 2.50 GHz. The integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 770 on the i7-14701TE and UHD Graphics 730 on the i5-14400. Both chips use Intel Socket 1700, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, and provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Neither is multiplier unlocked. The i5-14400 carries the part number SRN3QSRN46; the i7-14701TE uses Q49GSRNJL.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14400 | Intel Core i7-14701TE |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Die size | 215 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 20 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | Not disclosed |

The two chips share the same socket, memory support, memory bus, ECC capability, PCIe configuration, process node, and foundry. The production status is Active for both. The i5-14400 was released earlier in January 2024, while the i7-14701TE followed in June 2024. The i5-14400 has a launch MSRP of $221; no launch MSRP is recorded for the i7-14701TE. The i7-14701TE is the lower-power part at 45 W TDP versus 65 W, which aligns with its lower base clock and higher boost clock profile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14400 is the stronger choice for most compute-heavy tasks. Its wins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 across both single-core and multi-core tests indicate broad superiority in rendering and general processing workloads. The 25% margins in these tests are consistent, not outliers. It also leads in data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, integer math, floating-point math, random string sorting, and the overall Passmark multithread score. Any workload that depends on sustained throughput, memory bandwidth, or parallel execution across many cores will favor the i5-14400. The 10-core configuration gives it a structural advantage in multi-threaded scenarios, and the benchmark data reflects that.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins in two specific areas. The find prime numbers test shows a 44.1% advantage, which points to a strength in certain integer-heavy or algorithmic workloads. The physics test, where it leads by 24.9%, suggests it can handle physics simulation tasks more efficiently. These wins are narrow in scope but real. The i7-14701TE also has a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz), more L3 cache (33 MB), and a lower TDP (45 W). For a build where power draw is a primary constraint, the i7-14701TE offers a lower thermal envelope while still delivering competitive results in its two strong subtests. The larger L2 cache per core (2 MB) and newer integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770) are additional differentiators that do not show up directly in these benchmark scores.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the Intel Core i5-14400 as the better performer in the majority of measured scenarios. It wins 15 out of 17 head-to-head comparisons, including every Cinebench test and nearly every Passmark subtest. The average benchmark score of 32115 versus 26013 is a clear summary of its overall advantage. The i5-14400 is the appropriate pick for users who prioritize raw compute performance across rendering, encryption, compression, and general multi-threaded applications.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE is not without a case. Its 45 W TDP makes it the more power-efficient option on paper, and its wins in prime number finding and physics show it can outperform the i5-14400 in those narrow workloads. The higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and the larger 33 MB L3 cache are meaningful specifications, even if the benchmark results do not translate those into broad victories. For a system where power consumption is the dominant concern and the workload leans toward physics simulation or prime-number-style integer tasks, the i7-14701TE is the logical choice.

For everything else, the i5-14400 is the safer recommendation based on the benchmark data. Its consistent 25% or greater lead across most tests, its higher core count, and its superior average benchmark score make it the stronger all-around processor. The i7-14701TE occupies a narrower niche: low-power builds with a specific workload profile. The data does not support choosing it for general-purpose performance.