Intel Core i5-14401E vs Intel Processor 300T Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data separates these two Intel Socket 1700 processors into distinct performance classes. The Intel Core i5-14401E delivers substantial multi-core capability with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Processor 300T operates as a 2-core, 4-thread part. Benchmark results confirm the i5-14401E is the stronger processor for threaded workloads, with its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 standing far above what the 300T can achieve with half the cores and threads. The 300T, however, holds advantages in power draw and launch price, making it suitable for systems where those factors outweigh raw compute. The data does not include direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two parts, so the analysis relies on the individual scores recorded for the i5-14401E and the architectural specifications for both.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins clearly in any scenario that uses multiple cores. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1830, R20 multi-core score of 7627, and R23 multi-core score of 18161 all reflect the benefit of 6 physical cores and 12 threads. The 300T, with only 2 cores and 4 threads, cannot match these threaded workloads. The i5-14401E also leads in single-core performance based on its recorded scores: Cinebench R15 single-core 258, R20 single-core 1076, and R23 single-core 2564. These numbers indicate the i5-14401E is the better choice for applications that rely on both single-thread speed and multi-thread throughput.

The Intel Processor 300T wins in power efficiency and physical footprint. Its TDP of 35 watts is lower than the i5-14401E's 65 watts, which means the 300T generates less heat and requires less substantial cooling. The 300T also has a smaller die size at 163 mm² compared to 215 mm² for the i5-14401E. The 300T's launch MSRP is $82, while the database does not list a launch MSRP for the i5-14401E. For basic desktop tasks, office work, or lightweight servers where power draw is a primary concern, the 300T presents a viable option. The i5-14401E is the choice for content creation, compilation, rendering, or any workload that scales with core count.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same Raptor Lake architecture and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, while the 300T uses Raptor Lake-S. The core configurations differ significantly: the i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads, the 300T has 2 cores and 4 threads. The i5-14401E operates with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The 300T has a base clock of 3.40 GHz but the database does not list a boost clock, indicating the 300T may not offer turbo boost capabilities or that the data is incomplete.

Cache hierarchy also separates the two. The i5-14401E features 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 300T has only 6 MB of shared L3 cache. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The larger L3 cache on the i5-14401E supports its higher core count and helps maintain data throughput in multi-threaded scenarios.

Memory support differs as well. Both parts support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). However, the i5-14401E supports ECC memory, while the 300T does not. This makes the i5-14401E more suitable for error-sensitive workloads such as data processing or server applications. Integrated graphics also differ: the i5-14401E includes UHD Graphics 730, while the 300T includes UHD Graphics 710. The release dates show the 300T launched earlier, on 2024-01-07, while the i5-14401E launched on 2024-06-30.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Processor 300T has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Does the Intel Processor 300T support ECC memory?

A: No. The 300T does not support ECC memory. The i5-14401E does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between these two processors?

A: The i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 watts. The 300T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The i5-14401E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The 300T has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The 300T has a base clock of 3.40 GHz, which is higher than the i5-14401E's base clock of 2.50 GHz. The i5-14401E, however, has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, while the 300T has no listed boost clock.

Q: What integrated graphics are included in each processor?

A: The i5-14401E includes UHD Graphics 730. The 300T includes UHD Graphics 710.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain direct head-to-head benchmark results comparing the Intel Core i5-14401E and the Intel Processor 300T. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the wins count for each processor is zero. Consequently, a direct score comparison between the two parts is not possible from the recorded data. Instead, the analysis can use the i5-14401E's absolute benchmark scores to establish its performance profile.

The i5-14401E scores 1830 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 7627 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 18161 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. Single-core results are 258, 1076, and 2564 in the same respective tests. These scores place the i5-14401E in the 60th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 5253. The nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 with an average score of 5259, a delta of -0.1%; the Intel Core i7-11700B with an average score of 5241, a delta of 0.2%; the Intel Core i9-10850K with an average score of 5240, a delta of 0.2%; and the Intel Core i5-13400T with an average score of 5210, a delta of 0.8%. These deltas indicate the i5-14401E performs within a narrow band around its rivals, slightly behind the Xeon E5-2699A v4 and slightly ahead of the other three. The percentile of 60 confirms the i5-14401E sits in the upper half of all CPUs, but not at the extreme top.

The Intel Processor 300T has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50. The nearest rivals array is empty. The lack of scores means the 300T's actual performance cannot be quantified from the database. Its architectural specifications, such as 2 cores, 4 threads, and 6 MB L3 cache, suggest a modest performance level, but no benchmark data exists to confirm this.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the Intel Core i5-14401E and the Intel Processor 300T:

• Cores: The i5-14401E has 6 cores; the 300T has 2 cores.
• Threads: The i5-14401E has 12 threads; the 300T has 4 threads.
• Base Clock: The i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz; the 300T has a base clock of 3.40 GHz.
• Boost Clock: The i5-14401E has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz; the 300T has no listed boost clock.
• TDP: The i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 watts; the 300T has a TDP of 35 watts.
• Codename: The i5-14401E uses Raptor Lake-R; the 300T uses Raptor Lake-S.
• Generation: The i5-14401E is listed as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh); the 300T is listed as Intel Processor (Raptor Lake).
• Die Size: The i5-14401E has a die size of 215 mm²; the 300T has a die size of 163 mm².
• L3 Cache: The i5-14401E has 20 MB shared; the 300T has 6 MB shared.
• ECC Memory: The i5-14401E supports ECC memory; the 300T does not.
• Integrated Graphics: The i5-14401E includes UHD Graphics 730; the 300T includes UHD Graphics 710.
• Release Date: The i5-14401E released on 2024-06-30; the 300T released on 2024-01-07.
• Launch MSRP: The 300T has a launch MSRP of $82; the i5-14401E has no listed launch MSRP.
• Part Number: The i5-14401E is Q49JSRNJS; the 300T is SRN3K.
• Percentile: The i5-14401E is in the 60th percentile; the 300T is in the 50th percentile.
• Average Benchmark Score: The i5-14401E has an average score of 5253; the 300T has an average score of 0.
• Nearest Rivals: The i5-14401E has four nearest rivals; the 300T has none.

Both processors share the same socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), L2 cache (1.25 MB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (dual-channel), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), market segment (desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier-unlocked status (false). The 300T's lack of benchmark data and empty nearest-rivals list makes its positioning less clear, but the differences in core count, cache size, and ECC support show the i5-14401E is the more capable processor for demanding workloads.