Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14401TE versus the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T. However, the absence of paired measurements does not leave the comparison empty. The Core Ultra 5 245T carries a full set of recorded benchmark scores, while the Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark entries at all. This asymmetry itself is informative: the Core Ultra 5 245T has been measured across Cinebench and Passmark workloads, whereas the Core i5-14401TE has no recorded scores in the database.

The Core Ultra 5 245T posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26208 and a single-core score of 3699. Its Cinebench R20 results are 11007 multi-core and 1553 single-core, while the older R15 test shows 2641 multi-core and 372 single-core. These numbers place the processor in the 86th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 38194.

For the Core i5-14401TE, the database lists a percentile of 50 and an average benchmark score of 0, reflecting the lack of measured performance data. The percentile value suggests that, based on whatever partial data exists, the chip sits at the median of all recorded CPUs, but without actual scores, no direct numerical comparison can be made. The Core Ultra 5 245T, by contrast, shows clear performance positioning against its nearest rivals.

Looking at the Core Ultra 5 245T's rival comparisons, the data reveals tight competition. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 averages 38221, which is 0.1% above the Core Ultra 5 245T. The Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261, 0.2% higher. Conversely, the Intel Core i5-14490F averages 38149, 0.1% below, and the Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103, 0.2% lower. These deltas are minuscule, indicating that the Core Ultra 5 245T sits in a crowded performance band where no single rival holds a decisive edge.

The Passmark suite for the Core Ultra 5 245T further illustrates its strengths. Data compression scores 283812, while data encryption reaches 23656. Extended instructions hit 22071, floating point math reaches 108499, and integer math posts 88676. Multithread performance records 30833, physics tests 2278, and random string sorting 34931. Single-thread performance is measured at 4367 across two identically named tests. Prime number finding, a workload sensitive to integer throughput, scores 324.

Since the Core i5-14401TE has no entries in these tests, the only conclusion the data supports is that the Core Ultra 5 245T's measured output is substantial, while the Core i5-14401TE remains unquantified. The percentile gap, 86 versus 50, hints at a wide performance chasm, but the database does not permit a precise delta.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in architecture. The Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake design, specifically Raptor Lake-R, built on Intel's 10 nm process node with a die size of 215 mm². The Core Ultra 5 245T uses Arrow Lake, specifically Arrow Lake-S, fabricated by TSMC on a 3 nm node with a die size of 243 mm². The foundry shift is notable: Intel produces the former, TSMC manufactures the latter.

Core counts differ sharply. The Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyperthreading support. The Core Ultra 5 245T has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning no hyperthreading; each core contributes exactly one thread. This is a structural change, not just a count increase. The 14-core part likely relies on a hybrid layout of performance and efficiency cores, though the database does not break down the composition.

Cache hierarchies reflect the generational leap. The Core i5-14401TE provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Core Ultra 5 245T expands each level: 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The L2 increase is particularly steep, growing from 1.25 MB to 3 MB per core, a 2.4x jump. Total L3 rises by 4 MB, from 20 MB to 24 MB.

Clock speeds also shift upward. The Core i5-14401TE starts at 2.00 GHz base and reaches 4.50 GHz boost. The Core Ultra 5 245T starts at 2.20 GHz base and boosts to 5.10 GHz. The boost advantage of 0.6 GHz, combined with the newer process, suggests higher single-thread capability, though no direct benchmark confirms this against the i5-14401TE.

Memory support differs. The Core i5-14401TE accepts DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 245T supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 5 245T lists a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s; the Core i5-14401TE has no bandwidth figure recorded. Both support ECC memory, a feature often relevant for workstation or server use.

PCIe lanes increase from 16 to 20 on the Core Ultra 5 245T, both Gen 5. Integrated graphics differ: the Core i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Core Ultra 5 245T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. Sockets are incompatible: the Core i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700, the Core Ultra 5 245T uses Intel Socket 1851. Transistor count is recorded only for the Core Ultra 5 245T at 17,800 million; the Core i5-14401TE has no transistor figure.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245T has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Core Ultra 5 245T offers more raw cores but no hyperthreading, while the Core i5-14401TE has fewer cores but hyperthreading doubles its thread count to 12.

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

A: The Core i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz, while the Core Ultra 5 245T boosts to 5.10 GHz. That is a 0.6 GHz advantage for the Core Ultra 5 245T. The base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the Core i5-14401TE and 2.20 GHz for the Core Ultra 5 245T.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both list ECC memory support as true. However, they differ in memory types. The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 245T supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245T has larger caches at every level. It provides 192 KB of L1 per core versus 80 KB per core, 3 MB of L2 per core versus 1.25 MB per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 versus 20 MB. The L2 difference is the most pronounced, with the Core Ultra 5 245T offering 2.4x more per core.

Q: Which processor has a higher recorded benchmark score?

A: Only the Core Ultra 5 245T has recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is 38194, placing it in the 86th percentile. The Core i5-14401TE has an average score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, though this reflects missing data rather than measured performance.

Q: Are the sockets interchangeable?

A: No. The Core i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 245T uses Intel Socket 1851. These are physically different sockets, so the processors cannot be swapped between motherboards designed for the other.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The Core i5-14401TE belongs to Core 14th Gen with Raptor Lake architecture, while the Core Ultra 5 245T belongs to Core Ultra Series 2 with Arrow Lake architecture. The process node shifts from 10 nm (Intel foundry) to 3 nm (TSMC foundry). Die size increases from 215 mm² to 243 mm².

Core and thread counts differ: 6 cores and 12 threads versus 14 cores and 14 threads. Base clock rises from 2.00 GHz to 2.20 GHz, and boost clock from 4.50 GHz to 5.10 GHz. TDP increases from 45 to 65. Socket changes from Intel Socket 1700 to Intel Socket 1851.

Cache hierarchy expands across all levels. L1 per core goes from 80 KB to 192 KB. L2 per core goes from 1.25 MB to 3 MB. Shared L3 goes from 20 MB to 24 MB. Memory support narrows from DDR4 and DDR5 to DDR5 only. Memory bandwidth is listed only for the Core Ultra 5 245T at 102.4 GB/s.

PCIe lanes increase from 16 to 20, both Gen 5. Integrated graphics change from UHD Graphics 730 to Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The release dates differ: the Core i5-14401TE entered the market on 2024-06-30, while the Core Ultra 5 245T arrived on 2025-01-06. The launch MSRP for the Core Ultra 5 245T is $270; the Core i5-14401TE has no launch MSRP recorded.

Transistor count is documented only for the Core Ultra 5 245T at 17,800 million. The part numbers differ: Q4T4SRNJP for the Core i5-14401TE and SRVFF for the Core Ultra 5 245T. Both processors have locked multipliers and active production status.

The Verdict

The recorded data strongly favors the Core Ultra 5 245T, but only because the Core i5-14401TE lacks any benchmark measurements. The Core Ultra 5 245T's 86th percentile placement and average score of 38194 indicate a highly competitive desktop processor. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 7 250 and Intel Core i5-13600HX, score only 0.1% to 0.2% higher, while the Intel Core i5-14490F and Intel Core i5-13600KF trail by similar margins. This clustering suggests the Core Ultra 5 245T performs within a tight band of contemporary chips.

For the Core i5-14401TE, the 50th percentile and zero average score do not reflect real performance; they reflect the absence of data. The specification sheet shows a 6-core, 12-thread Raptor Lake part with a 4.50 GHz boost, 20 MB of L3, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5. These are capable specifications for a mid-range desktop processor, but the database cannot confirm how they translate into benchmark results.

The architecture gap is substantial. The Core Ultra 5 245T uses a 3 nm TSMC process, doubles the core count, adds 4 MB of L3, and increases per-core L2 by 2.4x. It also boosts 0.6 GHz higher and supports faster memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s. The Core i5-14401TE's 10 nm Intel process and smaller cache hierarchy place it at a structural disadvantage, though its 45 TDP suggests lower power draw than the Core Ultra 5 245T's 65 TDP.

The verdict, strictly from data: the Core Ultra 5 245T is the measured performer with a clear percentile advantage. The Core i5-14401TE is a lower-core, lower-clock part with no recorded scores. Buyers seeking verified performance should look at the Core Ultra 5 245T. The Core i5-14401TE remains an option for those prioritizing the older socket, DDR4 compatibility, or lower TDP, but its benchmark standing is unproven in this database.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 245T wins on every measured benchmark in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26208 and single-core score of 3699 establish strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. Passmark results reinforce this across diverse workloads: data compression at 283812, floating point math at 108499, integer math at 88676, and multithread at 30833. The 86th percentile ranking confirms broad competitiveness against all CPUs.

The Core i5-14401TE wins by default in categories where the Core Ultra 5 245T has no advantage or where the older design is structurally superior. The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 memory, which the Core Ultra 5 245T does not. The Core i5-14401TE has a lower TDP of 45 versus 65, indicating potentially lower power consumption. The Core i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700, which may be more widely available or cheaper for existing platform upgrades, though the database does not record pricing for this part.

In terms of architecture, the Core i5-14401TE's 6-core, 12-thread configuration with hyperthreading could handle lightly threaded workloads efficiently, though its lower boost clock of 4.50 GHz versus 5.10 GHz suggests slower peak single-thread speed. The Core Ultra 5 245T's larger caches and newer process give it an edge in memory-intensive and multi-core workloads, as evidenced by its benchmark scores.

The use-case split is clear. The Core Ultra 5 245T is the choice for anyone relying on measured multi-core performance, data-heavy tasks, or high single-thread speed. The Core i5-14401TE makes sense for systems constrained to Socket 1700, requiring DDR4 support, or operating under a 45 TDP limit. Without benchmark data for the Core i5-14401TE, the database cannot assign it any workload victories in performance tests. Its wins are structural: memory compatibility, socket compatibility, and lower TDP. Everything else belongs to the Core Ultra 5 245T.