Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 338H Comparison

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H holds a commanding lead across every recorded benchmark in the database. The data shows no benchmark wins for the Intel Core i5-14401TE, which lacks any recorded performance scores in the database. The Core Ultra 5 338H delivers an average benchmark score of 33,989, placing it in the 84th percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H, scores 34,083, a delta of only -0.3%, meaning the Ultra 5 338H trails that part by a negligible margin. Against the Intel Core i7-12800HX, the Ultra 5 338H posts a 0.3% advantage with a score of 33,875. The Intel Xeon 6353P sits 0.4% behind at 33,844, while the AMD EPYC 4244P leads by 0.7% at 34,220.

Looking at specific workloads, the Core Ultra 5 338H achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16,331 and a single-core score of 2,044. In Cinebench R20, it records 10,213 multi-core and 1,441 single-core. The Cinebench R15 results show 2,504 multi-core and 305 single-core. PassMark tests reveal a multi-thread score of 28,717 and a single-thread score of 4,180. Data compression reaches 276,539, while data encryption hits 21,367. Floating-point math scores 84,067, integer math scores 64,934, and extended instructions score 23,906. Random string sorting completes at 34,082, finding prime numbers returns 304, and physics simulation scores 2,697.

The i5-14401TE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmarks, an average score of zero, and sits at the 50th percentile. This makes direct numerical comparison impossible, but the absence of data combined with the Ultra 5 338H's robust score profile indicates the mobile part dominates in every measurable category. The 84th percentile placement for the Ultra 5 338H versus the 50th percentile for the i5-14401TE underscores the performance gap, even without head-to-head test results.

# Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different Intel lineages. The Core i5-14401TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, using Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The Core Ultra 5 338H, part of the Core Ultra Series 3, uses Panther Lake architecture with the Panther Lake codename. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process node, also at Intel's foundry, though its die size is not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ substantially. The i5-14401TE provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ultra 5 338H doubles the core count to 12 cores but matches with 12 threads. This indicates the Ultra 5 338H relies on a mix of performance and efficiency cores without hyperthreading across all cores, whereas the i5-14401TE uses hyperthreading on fewer physical cores. Clock speeds favor the Ultra 5 338H on boost, with 4.70 GHz versus 4.50 GHz for the i5-14401TE. The base clock is slightly lower on the Ultra 5 338H at 1.90 GHz compared to 2.00 GHz.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. The i5-14401TE offers 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 338H provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. While the L3 is smaller on the Ultra 5 338H, the larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations compensate for the reduced shared pool.

Memory support separates the two as well. The i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with ECC memory support enabled. The Ultra 5 338H exclusively supports LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s and no ECC capability. The i5-14401TE does not have a memory bandwidth figure in the database.

PCIe connectivity differs. The i5-14401TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Ultra 5 338H offers Gen 5 with only 4 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also change: the i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, whereas the Ultra 5 338H integrates Arc B370 graphics. The market segments reflect their intended use, with the i5-14401TE as a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700 and the Ultra 5 338H as a mobile part on Intel BGA 2540. Thermal design power shows a 45 W rating for the i5-14401TE and a 25 W rating for the Ultra 5 338H. Neither processor is multiplier unlocked, and both remain in active production. The i5-14401TE launched on June 30, 2024, while the Ultra 5 338H launched on January 4, 2026.

# Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 338H wins in every workload category with recorded data. Its multi-core performance, demonstrated by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16,331 and PassMark multi-thread score of 28,717, indicates strong parallel processing capability. The 12 physical cores handle threaded workloads efficiently, and the 84th percentile placement confirms competitive standing against other high-end mobile processors. The single-core scores, including 2,044 in Cinebench R23 and 4,180 in PassMark, show the 4.70 GHz boost clock delivers responsive single-threaded performance. The 3 nm process node contributes to efficiency, with the 25 W TDP rating enabling sustained performance in thermally constrained mobile chassis.

The i5-14401TE holds no performance wins in the database due to missing benchmark data. Its advantages are structural rather than performance-based. The desktop form factor with Socket 1700 allows for traditional cooling solutions, while the 45 W TDP suggests more headroom for sustained loads in desktop environments. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide greater expansion capability compared to the 4 lanes on the Ultra 5 338H. ECC memory support on the i5-14401TE appeals to reliability-focused desktop workloads. The DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility offers broader memory options, though the database does not record memory bandwidth for this part. The larger 20 MB L3 cache, while smaller per-core L1 and L2 allocations, may benefit workloads that rely on a large shared cache pool. The i5-14401TE's 6 cores with 12 threads suit lightly threaded applications that benefit from hyperthreading on fewer physical cores.

The Ultra 5 338H excels in mobile productivity, content creation, and any workload that scales across 12 physical cores. Its higher boost clock and modern 3 nm architecture give it an edge in both multi-threaded and single-threaded tasks. The integrated Arc B370 graphics provide a more capable GPU solution compared to UHD Graphics 730, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks. The 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth with LPDDR5X support benefits memory-intensive applications.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H boosts to 4.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do the core counts compare between the two?

A: The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ultra 5 338H has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with ECC capability. The Ultra 5 338H supports only LPDDR5X memory with no ECC support.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP rating?

A: The i5-14401TE is rated at 45 W, while the Ultra 5 338H is rated at 25 W.

Q: What is the recorded memory bandwidth for the Ultra 5 338H?

A: The Ultra 5 338H has a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The i5-14401TE has no memory bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: How does the Ultra 5 338H compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H?

A: The Ultra 5 338H scores 33,989 on average, while the Ultra 7 165H scores 34,083, a difference of -0.3% in favor of the Ultra 7 165H.

# The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H for any performance-oriented workload. Its 84th percentile ranking, average benchmark score of 33,989, and wins across all recorded tests establish it as the superior processor. The 12 cores, 4.70 GHz boost clock, 3 nm process node, and 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth combine to deliver robust multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The 25 W TDP makes it suitable for mobile systems where power efficiency matters without sacrificing throughput.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE, with no benchmark data and a 50th percentile placement, cannot compete on recorded performance. Its strengths lie in platform flexibility: Socket 1700 desktop compatibility, 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes for expansion, ECC memory support, and DDR4/DDR5 memory options. The 45 W TDP allows for conventional desktop cooling. Users requiring a desktop processor with broad memory choices and ECC reliability would select the i5-14401TE, while those needing maximum performance in a mobile form factor would choose the Ultra 5 338H.

The i5-14401TE suits desktop builders who prioritize memory flexibility and PCIe expansion. The Ultra 5 338H suits mobile users who need high core counts, modern architecture, and strong integrated graphics from Arc B370. The performance gap, measured by the 34-point difference in percentile ranking and the complete absence of i5-14401TE benchmark scores, leaves no ambiguity about which processor delivers better recorded performance.

# Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the Intel Core i5-14401TE and Intel Core Ultra 5 338H:

• Cores: 6 vs 12
• Threads: 12 vs 12
• Base Clock: 2.00 GHz vs 1.90 GHz
• Boost Clock: 4.50 GHz vs 4.70 GHz
• TDP: 45 W vs 25 W
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 vs Intel BGA 2540
• Architecture: Raptor Lake vs Panther Lake
• Codename: Raptor Lake-R vs Panther Lake
• Process Node: 10 nm vs 3 nm
• Die Size: 215 mm² vs not recorded
• L1 Cache: 80 KB per core vs 192 KB per core
• L2 Cache: 1.25 MB per core vs 2.5 MB per core
• L3 Cache: 20 MB shared vs 18 MB shared
• Memory Support: DDR4, DDR5 vs LPDDR5X
• Memory Bandwidth: not recorded vs 136.5 GB/s
• ECC Memory: true vs false
• PCIe Lanes: Gen 5, 16 Lanes vs Gen 5, 4 Lanes
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics 730 vs Arc B370
• Market Segment: Desktop vs Mobile
• Release Date: June 30, 2024 vs January 4, 2026
• Generation: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) vs Ultra 5 (Panther Lake-H)
• Part Number: Q4T4SRNJP vs SA4REQ9EW