Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core i9-14900T Comparison

Intel Core i5-14401TE and Intel Core i9-14900T are two desktop processors sharing the same Intel Socket 1700 platform and Raptor Lake architecture, yet they are positioned at opposite ends of the Core 14th Gen lineup. The database shows that the i9-14900T holds a 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the i5-14401TE sits at the 50th percentile. The following analysis relies exclusively on recorded benchmark data and architectural specifications to compare these two parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmarks for the Intel Core i9-14900T cover a wide range of Cinebench and PassMark tests, while the database contains no benchmark scores for the Intel Core i5-14401TE. This lack of direct comparison data means the analysis must focus on what the i9-14900T delivers and how its results position it against its nearest rivals.

In Cinebench R23 multicore testing, the i9-14900T scores 30803 points. This result reflects the processor's 24 cores and 32 threads, which allow it to handle heavily threaded workloads with substantial headroom. The single-core Cinebench R23 score is 4348 points, a strong figure that confirms the high boost clock of 5.50 GHz is effective in lightly threaded tasks. In Cinebench R20, the i9-14900T records 12937 points in multicore and 1826 points in single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 3104 points multicore and 438 points single-core, maintaining the same pattern of robust performance across generations of the benchmark.

PassMark results for the i9-14900T reinforce its position. The multithread score is 36239, while the single-thread score is 4016. Integer math performance reaches 138149, and floating point math reaches 92699. Data compression scores 436066, while data encryption scores 27062. The extended instructions test yields 23660, and random string sorting completes at 49484. The find prime numbers test produces 164, and the physics test scores 2245. These figures indicate that the i9-14900T is particularly strong in integer-heavy and compression workloads, while its encryption and prime-number results are more moderate relative to its other scores.

The average benchmark score for the i9-14900T is 51015. Its nearest rivals in the database provide context for this number. The Intel Core i7-13850HX averages 50761, which is 0.5% lower than the i9-14900T. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT averages 50718, a 0.6% deficit. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 averages 50448, putting it 1.1% behind. The only rival that edges ahead is the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T with an average of 51310, which is 0.6% higher than the i9-14900T. These margins are narrow, indicating that the i9-14900T sits in a tightly contested performance band rather than dominating its peers.

Because the i5-14401TE has no benchmark entries, the head-to-head comparison is one-sided. The data cannot show any wins for the i5-14401TE, and the i9-14900T's scores stand as the only measurable performance evidence. The i5-14401TE's 6 cores and 12 threads suggest it would not match the i9-14900T in multithreaded tests, but no recorded numbers exist to quantify the gap.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, and both are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. They share the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus. Both chips also provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, and both support ECC memory. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The core configurations diverge sharply. The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i9-14900T has 24 cores and 32 threads. The i9-14900T's additional cores and threads are the primary architectural difference driving its performance advantage in multithreaded workloads. Clock speeds also differ. The i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The i9-14900T has a lower base clock of 1.10 GHz but a significantly higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The lower base clock on the i9-14900T aligns with its 35 W TDP, which is lower than the i5-14401TE's 45 W TDP, yet the higher boost clock allows it to reach greater single-thread performance when needed.

Cache hierarchies reflect the core count disparity. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both processors. The L2 cache differs: the i5-14401TE has 1.25 MB per core, while the i9-14900T has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a larger gap, with the i5-14401TE offering 20 MB shared and the i9-14900T offering 36 MB shared. The die size also differs, with the i5-14401TE measuring 215 mm² and the i9-14900T measuring 257 mm², which is consistent with the i9's additional cores and cache.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i5-14401TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the i9-14900T includes UHD Graphics 770. The i9-14900T has the higher-tier integrated GPU of the two. The release dates are not identical, with the i9-14900T appearing in the database earlier, and the i9-14900T carries a launch MSRP of $549 while the i5-14401TE has no recorded launch price.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the Intel Core i9-14900T as the stronger processor across every measurable dimension. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 5.50 GHz boost clock, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache give it a clear structural advantage over the i5-14401TE's 6 cores, 12 threads, 4.50 GHz boost clock, and 20 MB L3 cache. The i9-14900T's benchmark scores demonstrate high multithreaded throughput, with a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30803 and a PassMark multithread score of 36239, and its single-thread performance is also strong, as shown by a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4348.

The i5-14401TE has no benchmark scores in the database, so the data cannot support any performance claims for it. Its lower core count, smaller cache, and lower boost clock suggest it is intended for less demanding workloads, but the absence of measurements means the analysis cannot quantify how it compares in practice. The i9-14900T also holds a 90th percentile ranking versus a 50th percentile ranking for the i5-14401TE, a substantial gap in overall standing.

The i9-14900T's nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i7-13850HX, AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT, and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370, all trail it by margins of 0.5% to 1.1%, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T leads it by 0.6%. This places the i9-14900T in a competitive position among high-end processors. For anyone choosing between these two specific parts, the i9-14900T is the clear pick based on the data, with the i5-14401TE offering no recorded performance evidence to counter it.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several specification fields. The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i9-14900T has 24 cores and 32 threads. The base clock is 2.00 GHz for the i5-14401TE and 1.10 GHz for the i9-14900T. The boost clock is 4.50 GHz for the i5-14401TE and 5.50 GHz for the i9-14900T. The TDP is 45 W for the i5-14401TE and 35 W for the i9-14900T. The die size is 215 mm² for the i5-14401TE and 257 mm² for the i9-14900T. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the i5-14401TE and 2 MB per core for the i9-14900T. The L3 cache is 20 MB shared for the i5-14401TE and 36 MB shared for the i9-14900T. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the i5-14401TE and UHD Graphics 770 for the i9-14900T. The i9-14900T has a launch MSRP of $549, while the i5-14401TE has no recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers also differ, with the i5-14401TE listed as Q4T4SRNJP and the i9-14900T listed as SRN3U.

The two processors share several specifications. Both use the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, both are built on Intel's 10 nm process, and both use the Intel Socket 1700. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, both support ECC memory, and both provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are active production parts for the desktop market segment.

FAQ

Q: How many cores does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14900T has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz, while the i9-14900T boosts to 5.50 GHz. The i9-14900T also has a lower base clock at 1.10 GHz compared to the i5-14401TE's 2.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The i9-14900T has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the benchmark results for the i5-14401TE?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the i5-14401TE. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no recorded entries in any test.

Q: How does the i9-14900T compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i9-14900T has an average benchmark score of 51015. It is 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13850HX, 0.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT, and 1.1% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T by 0.6%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory and DDR5?

A: Yes, both the i5-14401TE and the i9-14900T support ECC memory and both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus.