Intel Core i5-14401E vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the Intel Core i5-14401E and the Intel Core i9-14901TE?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has a TDP of 65, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the difference in integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to Intel's Core 14th Gen series and share the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename. They are both manufactured on a 10 nm process node at Intel and fit the Intel Socket 1700. The die sizes differ notably: the i5-14401E measures 215 mm², while the i9-14901TE is larger at 257 mm².

The cache hierarchy shows a clear distinction. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: the i5-14401E has 1.25 MB per core, whereas the i9-14901TE has 2 MB per core. The shared L3 cache is also significantly different, with the i5-14401E offering 20 MB and the i9-14901TE providing 36 MB.

Both processors support ECC memory, a feature that aligns with their desktop market segment positioning. They also share identical PCIe capabilities, with Gen 5 support and 16 lanes available from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ, as the i5-14401E comes with UHD Graphics 730 and the i9-14901TE includes UHD Graphics 770. Both were released on the same date and are currently listed as active production parts.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a clear split in strengths between the two processors. The Intel Core i5-14401E has recorded benchmark scores in the database, giving it a measurable performance profile. Its average benchmark score is 5253, and it sits in the 60th percentile among all CPUs. The i5-14401E has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz compared to the i9-14901TE's 2.30 GHz, which can benefit lightly threaded workloads that rely on sustained base frequency.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE counters with a substantially higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus 4.70 GHz, along with two additional cores and four additional threads. The larger L3 cache of 36 MB compared to 20 MB also gives the i9-14901TE an advantage in workloads that repeatedly access large datasets. The i9-14901TE also carries a lower TDP of 45 versus 65, which indicates a more power-conscious design profile in the recorded specifications.

The i5-14401E currently has benchmark data available, while the i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark entries in the database. This means direct measured wins cannot be assigned to the i9-14901TE from the recorded data. The i5-14401E demonstrates wins in the database through its six Cinebench scores, which cover both single-core and multi-core tests across R15, R20, and R23 versions.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specification fields. The core count differs, with 6 cores for the i5-14401E versus 8 cores for the i9-14901TE. Thread counts follow proportionally, with 12 threads for the i5-14401E and 16 threads for the i9-14901TE.

Base clocks differ slightly: the i5-14401E runs at 2.50 GHz, and the i9-14901TE runs at 2.30 GHz. Boost clocks show a larger gap, with 4.70 GHz for the i5-14401E and 5.50 GHz for the i9-14901TE. The TDP ratings also differ, with the i5-14401E rated at 65 and the i9-14901TE rated at 45.

Die size varies between the two, with the i5-14401E at 215 mm² and the i9-14901TE at 257 mm². The L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB for the i5-14401E and 2 MB for the i9-14901TE. The shared L3 cache is 20 MB for the i5-14401E and 36 MB for the i9-14901TE. The integrated graphics differ as well, with UHD Graphics 730 on the i5-14401E and UHD Graphics 770 on the i9-14901TE.

Both processors share the same socket, architecture, process node, foundry, memory support, memory bus, ECC support, PCIe generation and lane count, market segment, production status, release date, and lack of an unlocked multiplier. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the Intel Core i5-14401E and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The head-to-head benchmark field is empty, and no wins are recorded for either processor in a direct comparison.

The i5-14401E has its own recorded benchmark results, which provide context for its performance tier. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1830 in multi-core and 258 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7627 in multi-core and 1076 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18161 in multi-core and 2564 in single-core. These scores place the i5-14401E at the 60th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5253.

The nearest rivals to the i5-14401E in the database provide relative context. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 has an average score of 5259, which is 0.1 percent lower than the i5-14401E. The Intel Core i7-11700B has an average score of 5241, which is 0.2 percent higher than the i5-14401E. The Intel Core i9-10850K also has an average score of 5240, which is 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core i5-13400T has an average score of 5210, which is 0.8 percent higher.

The i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmarks, no average benchmark score, and no nearest rivals listed. Its percentile ranking is 50, which is lower than the i5-14401E's 60th percentile ranking, but this percentile is not backed by any measured scores in the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data favors the Intel Core i5-14401E for users who require verified benchmark performance. It has six measured Cinebench scores, an average benchmark score of 5253, and a 60th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so its actual measured performance cannot be confirmed from the available data.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE presents a compelling specification sheet on paper. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, and a lower TDP of 45. These specifications suggest advantages for multi-threaded workloads and power-sensitive configurations, but the absence of recorded benchmark results prevents any data-backed confirmation of these advantages.

The i5-14401E, by contrast, has demonstrated performance that places it in a competitive position relative to its nearest rivals. Its scores are within 0.8 percent of processors like the Intel Core i5-13400T and within 0.2 percent of the Intel Core i7-11700B and Intel Core i9-10850K. This places it in a well-established performance band.

For users who prioritize measured and verified performance, the i5-14401E is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark evidence. For users who prioritize the higher core count, higher boost clock, larger cache, and lower TDP of the i9-14901TE, that processor offers a strong specification profile, but the database currently contains no measurements to validate its real-world standing.