Intel Core i5-14401E vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data splits cleanly along core-count and clock-speed lines. The Intel Core i7-14700T wins every head-to-head benchmark in the database, taking all six Cinebench comparisons. The Intel Core i5-14401E records zero wins across those same tests. That is a decisive sweep, but the margin matters more than the direction. In every Cinebench test, the i7-14700T leads by exactly 30.1%, a consistent gap that holds for both single-core and multi-core workloads. The i7-14700T delivers 369 points in Cinebench R15 single-core versus 258 for the i5-14401E, and 2618 versus 1830 in multi-core. The pattern repeats in R20 and R23: 1540 versus 1076 single-core, 10911 versus 7627 multi-core, 3667 versus 2564 single-core, and 25980 versus 18161 multi-core.

For workloads that stress many threads, the i7-14700T is the clear pick. Its 20 cores and 28 threads outnumber the i5-14401E's 6 cores and 12 threads, and the benchmark scores reflect that advantage. The i5-14401E remains a functional desktop part, but it does not win any measured category. The single-core results show the i7-14700T also carries the higher boost clock at 5.20 GHz versus 4.70 GHz, so even lightly threaded tasks favor the larger chip. The data offers no use case where the i5-14401E comes out ahead.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and both use Intel's 10 nm process node. Both are built for Intel Socket 1700 and belong to the Core 14th Gen series. The similarities end at the core configuration and cache layout. The i5-14401E uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i7-14700T uses 20 cores and 28 threads. The i7-14700T has a larger die at 257 mm² versus 215 mm² for the i5-14401E. L2 cache differs per core: 1.25 MB for the i5-14401E and 2 MB for the i7-14700T. L3 cache totals 20 MB shared on the i5-14401E and 33 MB shared on the i7-14700T. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i5-14401E carries UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14700T carries UHD Graphics 770. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, and both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The i7-14700T has a lower base clock at 1.30 GHz versus 2.50 GHz for the i5-14401E, but a higher boost clock at 5.20 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. The i7-14700T also has a lower TDP at 35 watts versus 65 watts, a notable combination of higher peak performance and lower rated power. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ. The i7-14700T launched on 2024-01-07, while the i5-14401E launched on 2024-06-30. Both are active production parts. The i7-14700T sits at the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile. The average benchmark score for the i7-14700T is 41914, compared to 5253 for the i5-14401E. That large average gap comes partly from the i7-14700T having additional PassMark tests recorded, including data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread tests. The i5-14401E only has Cinebench scores recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How much faster is the i7-14700T in multi-core rendering?

A: The i7-14700T leads by 30.1% in every Cinebench multi-core test. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 25980 versus 18161 for the i5-14401E.

Q: Does the i5-14401E win any benchmark in the database?

A: No. The i5-14401E records zero wins across all six head-to-head Cinebench comparisons. The i7-14700T wins all six.

Q: Are the two CPUs built on the same process node?

A: Yes. Both use Intel's 10 nm process node and the Raptor Lake-R architecture.

Q: What are the power ratings for each chip?

A: The i7-14700T has a TDP of 35 watts. The i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

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

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14401E | Intel Core i7-14700T |

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

| Cores | 6 | 20 |

| Threads | 12 | 28 |

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 1.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 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 | 2024-06-30 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $384 |

| Part number | Q49JSRNJS | SRN41 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 60 | 88 |

| Average benchmark score | 5253 | 41914 |

The two chips share the same socket, memory support, PCIe lanes, L1 cache, ECC support, process node, and unlocked multiplier status. Both use the Raptor Lake architecture and carry the Raptor Lake-R codename.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records six direct comparisons, all from the Cinebench suite. The i7-14700T wins each by 30.1%. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-14700T scores 2618 against 1830 for the i5-14401E. The single-core result is 369 versus 258. Cinebench R20 shows 10911 versus 7627 multi-core and 1540 versus 1076 single-core. Cinebench R23, the most demanding of the three, shows 25980 versus 18161 multi-core and 3667 versus 2564 single-core.

The consistency of the 30.1% delta across all six tests is striking. It suggests the performance gap is structural, tied to the core count and cache hierarchy, rather than workload-specific. The i7-14700T does not merely edge out the i5-14401E in one or two tests; it maintains the same relative advantage in every recorded workload. The i5-14401E's best multi-core score, 18161 in Cinebench R23, falls short of the i7-14700T's worst multi-core result in that test by roughly a third. The single-core numbers tell the same story: the i7-14700T's boost clock of 5.20 GHz translates into a 30.1% lead in R23 single-core, matching the multi-core margin exactly.

Beyond the head-to-head Cinebench results, the i7-14700T has additional PassMark data recorded. It scores 354216 in data compression, 21277 in data encryption, 20052 in extended instructions, 145 in find prime numbers, 79042 in floating point math, 113854 in integer math, 30571 in multithread, 1946 in physics, 38546 in random string sorting, and 3905 in single-thread tests. These scores do not have corresponding i5-14401E results in the database, so they cannot be compared directly. They do, however, contribute to the i7-14700T's average benchmark score of 41914 and its 88th percentile ranking. The i5-14401E, with only Cinebench scores, holds a 60th percentile ranking and an average of 5253.

The nearest rival data places the two chips in different competitive tiers. The i5-14401E sits within 0.8% of the Intel Core i5-13400T, 0.2% of the Intel Core i9-10850K, 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-11700B, and 0.1% below the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4. The i7-14700T sits 0.1% below the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS, 0.3% above the Intel Core i7-12850HX, 0.3% below the AMD Ryzen 5 7400, and 0.6% above the Intel Core 7 251TE. The i7-14700T competes with a higher-performance class of processors, which matches its larger core count and higher benchmark scores.

The Verdict

The data points to one conclusion: the Intel Core i7-14700T is the stronger processor in every measured category. It wins all six head-to-head benchmarks, holds the higher boost clock, offers more than three times the cores, and carries more than one and a half times the L3 cache. Its 88th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 41914 place it well above the i5-14401E's 60th percentile and 5253 average. The i7-14700T also draws less rated power, 35 watts versus 65 watts, despite delivering 30.1% more performance in every recorded test. Its launch MSRP is $384.

The Intel Core i5-14401E still has a place in the database. It uses the same socket, supports the same memory types, and offers ECC support. Its 6 cores and 12 threads are enough for lighter desktop workloads, and its 65 watt TDP is modest. The recorded benchmarks, however, show no scenario where it outperforms the i7-14700T. The i7-14700T's lower base clock of 1.30 GHz might seem like a drawback, but the boost clock of 5.20 GHz and the core count more than compensate. Any workload that benefits from additional cores, additional threads, or higher single-core boost speeds will favor the i7-14700T.

For a builder choosing between these two Raptor Lake parts, the benchmark data leaves no ambiguity. The i7-14700T delivers the higher scores, the higher percentile ranking, and the broader set of recorded performance results. The i5-14401E is the weaker option in every direct comparison available. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a differentiating factor. Both use the same process node, same socket, and same memory support. The decision rests on performance, and the i7-14700T holds a 30.1% advantage across the board.