Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains recorded benchmark results for the Intel Core i7-14701TE, but the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark entries in the current dataset. This means every measurable performance comparison relies on the i7-14701TE's scores and the architectural differences between the two processors. The i7-14701TE achieves an average benchmark score of 26013, placing it at the 78th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The i5-14401TE holds a 50th percentile ranking, though its average score is not recorded.

Focusing on the i7-14701TE's Cinebench results, the multi-core scores show strong scaling. In Cinebench R15, the i7-14701TE scores 1716 in multi-core and 242 in single-core. Cinebench R20 shows 7154 multi-core and 1010 single-core. Cinebench R23 delivers 17035 multi-core and 2405 single-core. These results indicate a processor that handles heavily threaded workloads with considerable headroom, as the multi-core scores are roughly 7 to 8 times higher than the single-core figures across all three Cinebench versions.

PassMark results for the i7-14701TE further illustrate its capabilities. Integer math scores 65792, floating point math scores 50219, and extended instructions scores 14354. Data compression reaches 220520, while data encryption scores 11699. The multithread score is 20042, and single-thread performance is 2637. Find prime numbers scores 143, physics scores 1860, and random string sorting scores 22760. The gap between multithread and single-thread PassMark scores, roughly 7.6 times, aligns with the Cinebench pattern and confirms the processor's strength in parallel workloads.

Because the i5-14401TE lacks benchmark scores in the database, direct head-to-head wins cannot be calculated. The winsA and winsB fields both show zero, indicating that no comparative benchmark data exists for these two processors. However, the structural differences between them, 6 cores and 12 threads for the i5 versus 8 cores and 16 threads for the i7, suggest that the i7 will dominate in any multi-threaded test, while the i5 may hold an advantage in power efficiency due to its lower core count and clock speeds. The i7's boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus the i5's 4.50 GHz also points to a single-thread advantage for the i7, though no direct measurement confirms this.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701TE's recorded data shows clear wins in every benchmark category where scores exist. For multi-threaded productivity, rendering, and encoding tasks, the i7's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 5.20 GHz boost clock, deliver the higher scores. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 17035 and PassMark multithread at 20042 position this processor for demanding workloads like video editing, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The i7 also leads in single-thread performance based on its boost clock advantage, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2405 and PassMark single-thread at 2637. This makes it suitable for lightly threaded applications such as everyday office work, web browsing, and legacy software that relies on one or two cores.

The i5-14401TE, while lacking benchmark scores, offers a different trade-off. Its 6 cores and 12 threads are sufficient for mainstream workloads, and its lower 2.00 GHz base clock and 4.50 GHz boost clock likely reduce power draw compared to the i7. Both processors share a 45 TDP, so the i5's fewer cores and lower clocks may allow it to sustain similar performance with less thermal stress in compact systems. The i5 also uses a smaller die size at 215 mm² versus the i7's 257 mm², which could translate to lower production costs, though pricing data is not available. For users building a system where the CPU is not the primary bottleneck, such as a basic office PC or a light home server, the i5's configuration may be sufficient. However, the database provides no scores to validate this expectation.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core i7-14701TE?

A: The i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26013, placing it at the 78th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

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

A: No, the database lists no benchmark entries for the i5-14401TE, so its average benchmark score is 0 and its percentile is 50.

Q: How does the i7-14701TE compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The i7-14701TE is 0.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340, 0.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, 0.4% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS, and 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U.

Q: What Cinebench R23 scores does the i7-14701TE achieve?

A: The i7-14701TE scores 17035 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2405 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-14401TE and the Intel Core i7-14701TE support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics do these processors use?

A: The i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several specification fields. The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clock speeds are 2.00 GHz for the i5 and 2.10 GHz for the i7. Boost clocks are 4.50 GHz for the i5 and 5.20 GHz for the i7. Both share a 45 TDP, but the L2 cache differs: the i5 has 1.25 MB per core, while the i7 has 2 MB per core. L3 cache also differs, with the i5 offering 20 MB shared and the i7 offering 33 MB shared. Die size is 215 mm² for the i5 and 257 mm² for the i7. The integrated graphics differ as well, with UHD Graphics 730 on the i5 and UHD Graphics 770 on the i7. The part numbers are Q4T4SRNJP for the i5 and Q49GSRNJL for the i7.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to the Core 14th Gen series, use Intel Socket 1700, and are built on Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. They are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. The i5 is classified as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh), while the i7 is Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh). L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. Memory support is the same: DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel, with ECC support enabled on both. PCIe connectivity is also identical: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either. Both have a release date of 2024-06-30 and are marked as Active in production status. The market segment for both is Desktop. The core count difference, from 6 to 8 cores, is the primary architectural distinction, along with the larger L2 and L3 caches on the i7. The i7's larger die size reflects these additional cores and cache capacity.

The Verdict

The recorded data points strongly toward the Intel Core i7-14701TE for users who need multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17035 and PassMark multithread score of 20042 demonstrate capability in rendering, encoding, and other parallel workloads. The 78th percentile ranking and an average score of 26013, which places it within 0.7% of several AMD Ryzen 5 competitors, confirm it as a solid mid-range performer. The i5-14401TE, with no benchmark scores, cannot be evaluated on performance from the database. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, lower clock speeds, and smaller cache configurations suggest it is a lighter option, but the absence of data means any performance claim would be speculative. For a system builder prioritizing known benchmark results, the i7-14701TE is the only processor in this comparison with verified performance. The i5-14401TE may still appeal to those who need a lower-core-count CPU with the same platform features, including ECC memory, DDR4/DDR5 support, and PCIe Gen 5, but the database offers no evidence of its speed. The choice reduces to whether the extra cores, cache, and clock speed of the i7 justify its selection, and the data says yes for any workload that benefits from parallel execution.