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

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14700T is the decisive performer in this comparison. The recorded data shows it delivers vastly higher multi-threaded throughput, superior single-thread speed, and a much stronger overall benchmark profile. The i7-14700T sits at the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the i5-14401TE sits at the 50th percentile. For any workload that benefits from additional cores or higher clock speeds, the i7-14700T is the clear choice from the data.

The i5-14401TE, however, is not without its place. It carries a lower thermal design power of 45 watts compared to the i7-14700T's 35 watts, which is a notable distinction. The i5 also has a higher base clock of 2.00 GHz versus 1.30 GHz on the i7. For users who prioritize lower power draw and do not need the extreme core counts, the i5-14401TE offers a simpler 6-core, 12-thread configuration. The i7-14700T was released earlier in January 2024, while the i5-14401TE came later in June 2024.

The verdict from the benchmark data is unequivocal: the i7-14700T wins every measured category. There are zero wins recorded for the i5-14401TE in the head-to-head data. The i7-14700T has an average benchmark score of 41914, while the i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. The i7-14700T also has a launch MSRP of $384, which is the only pricing information available.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the same fundamental architecture: Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and are part of the Core 14th Gen series. The core configurations, however, diverge sharply.

The i5-14401TE features 6 cores and 12 threads. The i7-14700T features 20 cores and 28 threads. This is a substantial difference in parallelism. The i7's additional cores are the primary driver of its multi-threaded benchmark dominance.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both chips have an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core on the i5 and 2 MB per core on the i7. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared on the i5 versus 33 MB shared on the i7. The larger caches on the i7 provide more on-die storage for frequently accessed data, which contributes to its higher single-thread scores.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14700T uses UHD Graphics 770. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. Both also provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The die size is larger on the i7 at 257 mm² versus 215 mm² on the i5, reflecting the greater number of cores and larger cache. The i5-14401TE has the part number Q4T4SRNJP, while the i7-14700T has the part number SRN41. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The i7-14700T has a comprehensive set of recorded benchmark scores, while the i5-14401TE has none. This makes the comparison one-sided in terms of available data. The i7-14700T's results across Cinebench and Passmark tests demonstrate its capabilities.

In Cinebench R23, the i7-14700T scores 25980 in multi-core and 3667 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 10911 multi-core and 1540 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2618 multi-core and 369 single-core. These results show a strong balance between multi-threaded and single-threaded performance.

The Passmark suite further illustrates the i7-14700T's strengths. It scores 30571 in multithread and 3905 in single-thread. In integer math, it scores 113854, and in floating point math, it scores 79042. Data compression reaches 354216, and data encryption reaches 21277. Extended instructions score 20052, find prime numbers scores 145, random string sorting scores 38546, and physics scores 1946.

The nearest rivals for the i7-14700T provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS scores 41963, which is 0.1% higher than the i7's 41914 average. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400 scores 42055, which is 0.3% higher. The Intel Core i7-12850HX scores 41779, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core 7 251TE scores 41650, which is 0.6% lower. This places the i7-14700T in a tight cluster with these rivals, all within a single percentage point of each other.

Since the i5-14401TE has no benchmark scores, there are no direct head-to-head numbers to compare between the two chips. The available data only records wins for the i7-14700T, with zero wins for the i5-14401TE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

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

Q: What is the single-thread performance of the i7-14700T?

A: The i7-14700T scores 3905 in the Passmark single-thread test and 3667 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: Does the i5-14401TE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database contains no benchmark scores for the i5-14401TE, while the i7-14700T has 17 recorded scores.

Q: What is the thermal design power of each processor?

A: The i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts, and the i7-14700T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

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

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the i7-14700T?

A: The i7-14700T has an average benchmark score of 41914 and sits at the 88th percentile of all CPUs.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14700T wins in every category with recorded data. Its multi-core performance is exceptionally strong, driven by 20 cores and 28 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25980 and the Passmark multithread score of 30571 indicate it is well suited for heavily parallel workloads such as rendering, video encoding, and scientific computation. The single-thread scores of 3905 in Passmark and 3667 in Cinebench R23 also show it excels in lightly threaded tasks like general desktop use and gaming.

The i7-14700T also wins on cache capacity. With 33 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per core of L2 cache, it provides more data storage close to the cores than the i5-14401TE, which has 20 MB of L3 and 1.25 MB per core of L2. This larger cache can improve performance in workloads with large working sets.

The i5-14401TE wins on power efficiency in terms of TDP, with a 45-watt rating versus the i7's 35-watt rating. However, this is a counterintuitive result: the i5 has the higher TDP despite having far fewer cores. The i5 also has a higher base clock of 2.00 GHz versus 1.30 GHz on the i7, which means it starts at a higher frequency before boosting.

For users who need maximum throughput, the i7-14700T is the only choice based on the data. The i5-14401TE has no recorded performance data, so its capabilities cannot be quantified. The i7-14700T's 88th percentile ranking versus the i5's 50th percentile ranking clearly indicates that the i7 occupies a much higher performance tier in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields. The core count differs: 6 cores and 12 threads for the i5-14401TE versus 20 cores and 28 threads for the i7-14700T. The base clock differs: 2.00 GHz for the i5 versus 1.30 GHz for the i7. The boost clock differs: 4.50 GHz for the i5 versus 5.20 GHz for the i7.

The TDP differs: 45 watts for the i5 versus 35 watts for the i7. The die size differs: 215 mm² for the i5 versus 257 mm² for the i7. The L2 cache differs: 1.25 MB per core for the i5 versus 2 MB per core for the i7. The L3 cache differs: 20 MB shared for the i5 versus 33 MB shared for the i7.

The integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 730 for the i5 versus UHD Graphics 770 for the i7. The release dates differ: the i5 was released on June 30, 2024, while the i7 was released on January 7, 2024. The part numbers differ: Q4T4SRNJP for the i5 and SRN41 for the i7.

The i7-14700T has a launch MSRP of $384, while the i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded. The percentile rankings differ: 50 for the i5 versus 88 for the i7. The average benchmark score differs: 0 for the i5 versus 41914 for the i7.

Both processors share the same socket, architecture, codename, process node, foundry, L1 cache size, memory support, memory bus, PCIe configuration, ECC support, market segment, production status, and multiplier lock status. Both are active desktop processors on Intel Socket 1700 with Raptor Lake architecture, built on the 10 nm node by Intel. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, ECC memory support, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Both have locked multipliers.