Intel Core i5-14401E vs Intel Core i5-14500T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark data splits these two processors evenly, with three wins each. The Intel Core i5-14401E takes the single-core crown in the older Cinebench R15 test, and it dominates the newer Cinebench R23 suite in both single-core and multi-core workloads. The Intel Core i5-14500T counters with wins in Cinebench R15 multi-core, Cinebench R20 multi-core, and Cinebench R20 single-core.

For users prioritizing lightly threaded tasks, the i5-14401E shows clear advantages. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2564 is 39.5% ahead of the 14500T's 1838, which is a substantial gap for responsiveness in everyday applications. The R15 single-core result also favors the 14401E, though by a smaller margin of 2.4% (258 versus 252).

For multi-threaded workloads, the picture is more complicated. The 14500T wins Cinebench R15 multi-core by 9.5% (2022 versus 1830) and Cinebench R20 multi-core by 6.7% (8177 versus 7627). However, the 14401E reverses this in Cinebench R23 multi-core with a massive 54% lead (18161 versus 11790). This inconsistency across different Cinebench versions suggests the 14500T's performance degrades more severely under sustained load, likely due to its low power envelope.

The 14500T also holds a broader benchmark portfolio. The database includes additional results for the 14500T across Geekbench and Passmark tests, covering multi-core, single-core, integer math, floating point math, encryption, compression, and physics simulations. No comparable extended results exist for the 14401E in the database, so direct comparisons in those workloads cannot be made from recorded data.

Architecture Differences

Both processors come from Intel's Raptor Lake-R architecture on a 10 nm process node, fabricated by Intel with a 215 mm² die size. They share the same Intel Socket 1700, dual-channel memory bus, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, ECC memory capability, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The core configurations differ significantly. The i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads. This explains the multi-core wins for the 14500T in the shorter Cinebench runs, as its additional cores provide more parallel throughput. The 14401E compensates with a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz versus the 14500T's 1.70 GHz, while the boost clocks are nearly identical at 4.70 GHz for the 14401E and 4.80 GHz for the 14500T.

Cache allocations also differ. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, but the shared L3 cache is 20 MB on the 14401E and 24 MB on the 14500T. The larger L3 on the 14500T provides more shared data capacity for its additional cores.

Power and graphics separate the two further. The 14401E has a 65 W TDP, while the 14500T is rated at 35 W, making the 14500T a lower-power option. Integrated graphics differ as well: the 14401E uses UHD Graphics 730, and the 14500T uses UHD Graphics 770.

Release timing and market positioning differ. The 14500T launched on 2024-01-07 with a launch MSRP of $232. The 14401E released later, on 2024-06-30. Both are active production parts, neither has an unlocked multiplier, and both belong to the Core 14th Gen series as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better single-core performance?

A: The i5-14401E wins Cinebench R15 single-core by 2.4% and Cinebench R23 single-core by 39.5%, but the i5-14500T wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 6.8%. The R23 result is the most representative of modern workloads, favoring the 14401E.

Q: Does the 14-core i5-14500T always beat the 6-core i5-14401E in multi-threaded tests?

A: No. The 14500T wins Cinebench R15 multi-core by 9.5% and R20 multi-core by 6.7%, but the 14401E wins Cinebench R23 multi-core by 54%. The R23 result indicates the 14500T loses performance in longer sustained multi-core loads.

Q: What is the power consumption difference?

A: The i5-14401E has a 65 W TDP, while the i5-14500T has a 35 W TDP. The 14500T is the lower-power option, which may matter for small form factor builds or systems with limited cooling.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has better integrated graphics?

A: The i5-14500T uses UHD Graphics 770, while the i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730. The 770 is the higher-tier integrated graphics solution.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so both are locked parts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14401E | Intel Core i5-14500T |

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

| Cores | 6 | 14 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 W |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

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

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

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $232 |

| Part Number | Q49JSRNJS | SRN3P |

The two processors share the same architecture, process node, foundry, die size, L1 and L2 cache per core, socket, memory support, memory bus, ECC capability, PCIe configuration, and market segment.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records six direct comparisons across Cinebench versions. The i5-14401E wins three, and the i5-14500T wins three, but the margins are not symmetrical.

Starting with the 14401E's wins: in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the 14401E scores 18161 against the 14500T's 11790, a 54% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the 14401E scores 2564 versus 1838, a 39.5% lead. The R15 single-core win is narrower, 258 versus 252, representing a 2.4% edge.

The 14500T's wins include Cinebench R15 multi-core at 2022 versus 1830, a 9.5% margin. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, it scores 8177 against 7627, a 6.7% lead. Its R20 single-core result is 1154 versus 1076, a 6.8% advantage.

The pattern in these results is striking. The 14500T leads in the older R15 and R20 Cinebench versions but loses decisively in R23. Cinebench R23 is the newest test and generally places longer sustained loads on the CPU. The 14500T's 35 W TDP likely causes it to throttle or reduce clock speeds during extended runs, while the 14401E's 65 W TDP allows it to maintain higher performance under sustained load.

The percentile data reinforces this split. The 14500T sits at the 80th percentile versus all CPUs, while the 14401E sits at the 60th percentile. The average benchmark scores differ dramatically: the 14500T averages 28065, and the 14401E averages 5253. However, these averages include different benchmark sets, as the 14500T has many more recorded tests in the database, including Geekbench and Passmark suites.

The nearest rivals provide context. The 14401E's closest competitors include the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (0.1% behind), Intel Core i7-11700B (0.2% ahead), Intel Core i9-10850K (0.2% ahead), and Intel Core i5-13400T (0.8% ahead). The 14500T's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (0.0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G (0.1% ahead), Intel Core i9-12900H (0.2% ahead), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 (0.2% behind).

The Verdict

The data points to two different usage profiles. The i5-14401E is the stronger choice for sustained multi-threaded workloads and for tasks that benefit from high single-core performance in modern benchmark versions. Its 54% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 39.5% lead in R23 single-core are decisive. The higher 65 W TDP provides headroom for consistent performance without severe throttling.

The i5-14500T suits situations where low power consumption is the priority. Its 35 W TDP is less than the 14401E's 65 W, and it still wins the shorter Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core tests. The additional 8 cores and 8 threads give it a raw parallelism advantage that shows in tests that do not stress the power envelope as heavily. The larger 24 MB L3 cache and the better UHD Graphics 770 also add capability. The recorded launch MSRP of $232 provides a reference point for comparison.

For a builder selecting between these two, the deciding factor should be the workload duration and power constraints. Short, bursty multi-threaded tasks favor the 14500T. Long-running compilation, rendering, or simulation workloads favor the 14401E. Single-threaded performance in modern applications favors the 14401E, particularly in R23-based testing. Systems with limited cooling or power budgets should lean toward the 14500T, while systems that can accommodate the higher TDP should consider the 14401E for its sustained performance advantage. The 14401E also carries no recorded launch MSRP, while the 14500T has a $232 launch MSRP, which may factor into procurement decisions.