Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core Ultra 9 285H Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data divides these two processors into completely different arenas. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H carries a full suite of measurements across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark workloads. This means every performance comparison is one-sided by necessity, but the available data still reveals a clear use-case split.

For the Core Ultra 9 285H, the strongest results cluster around heavily threaded productivity tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20781.5 and the Geekbench multicore result of 14743 both indicate a processor built to sustain long, parallel workloads. The Passmark multithread score of 34171 reinforces this pattern, as does the integer math result of 85922 and floating-point math result of 109190. These numbers suggest rendering, compilation, and simulation tasks would benefit most from this chip's configuration.

The single-core picture for the Core Ultra 9 285H is more modest by comparison. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2129.5 and Geekbench single-core score of 2178 show capable per-thread performance, but the multicore advantage is the defining trait. The Passmark single-thread score of 4415 confirms that individual thread speed, while respectable, does not dominate the way the multicore results do.

The Core i5-14401TE, with zero recorded benchmarks, cannot claim a single measured win. Its design parameters, 6 cores and 12 threads with a 4.50 GHz boost clock, suggest it targets lighter desktop workloads where thermal constraints matter more than raw throughput. The data, however, does not quantify any advantage, so any assessment of its strengths must remain qualitative and inferred from its specifications rather than confirmed by measurement.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations built on different process nodes. The Core i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The Core Ultra 9 285H uses Arrow Lake architecture on a 3 nm process from TSMC, with no die size recorded. This node difference carries significant implications for power efficiency and transistor density, though the database does not provide direct efficiency measurements.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The Core Ultra 9 285H has 16 cores and 16 threads, meaning each physical core maps to exactly one thread. The Ultra 9's arrangement prioritizes core count over thread multiplication, which likely explains its strong multicore results despite equal thread counts per core.

Cache hierarchies also differ. 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 9 285H provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Ultra 9's larger per-core caches and bigger L3 pool support its higher core count and more demanding workloads.

Memory support separates the two as well. The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode. The Core Ultra 9 285H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in dual-channel mode, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The i5 has no memory bandwidth figure in the database, so comparisons on this front cannot be quantified.

PCIe lanes differ: the Core i5-14401TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 9 285H provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU. Both support ECC memory, and both have integrated graphics, but the i5 pairs with UHD Graphics 730 while the Ultra 9 uses Arc Graphics 140T. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The socket and market segment further separate them. The Core i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets desktop systems. The Core Ultra 9 285H uses Intel BGA 2049 and targets mobile platforms. This explains the Ultra 9's 45 TDP matching the i5's 45 TDP despite the larger core count, as mobile thermal envelopes constrain power draw.

The Verdict

The data points to one clear conclusion: the Core Ultra 9 285H is the measured performer, while the Core i5-14401TE lacks any benchmark evidence in the database. The Ultra 9's percentile rank of 86 among all CPUs, compared to the i5's percentile rank of 50, places them in different performance tiers entirely. The Ultra 9's average benchmark score of 38312 further quantifies this gap, while the i5's average score of 0 reflects its absence of recorded results.

For workloads that demand multicore throughput, the Core Ultra 9 285H delivers measured results across every test category. Its nearest rivals in the database, the Intel Core 9 270H with a delta of -0.1 percent and the AMD Ryzen 7 250 with a delta of 0.2 percent, show that the Ultra 9 sits in a tight competitive cluster where small margins separate adjacent parts. The Intel Core i5-13600HX sits 0.1 percent behind, and the Intel Xeon w3-2525 sits 0.2 percent behind. These narrow deltas indicate the Ultra 9 performs within a well-established performance band rather than standing apart from its peers.

The Core i5-14401TE cannot receive a measured verdict. Its specifications suggest a lighter desktop part intended for tasks that do not require 16 cores, but without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm any performance claim. The i5's 6-core, 12-thread configuration and 4.50 GHz boost clock indicate it may handle everyday workloads adequately, yet this remains inference rather than measurement.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H has 16 cores, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Core Ultra 9 285H boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Core i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: Do both support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core i5-14401TE and the Core Ultra 9 285H list ECC memory support as true.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile rank?

A: The Core Ultra 9 285H ranks at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the Core i5-14401TE ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores for the Core i5-14401TE?

A: No, the database contains no recorded benchmark scores for the Core i5-14401TE, whereas the Core Ultra 9 285H has scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 9 285H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark list is empty, so no direct pairwise comparisons exist in the database. However, the Core Ultra 9 285H's standalone scores provide a full performance profile. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20781.5 and single-core score of 2129.5 show a multicore-to-single-core ratio of roughly 9.8 to 1, indicating the chip scales well across its 16 cores. The Cinebench R20 results, 12201 multicore and 1722 single-core, show a similar ratio of about 7.1 to 1. The Cinebench R15 results, 3177.5 multicore and 313 single-core, show a ratio of about 10.2 to 1.

Geekbench results follow the same pattern: 14743 multicore versus 2178 single-core, a ratio of about 6.8 to 1. Passmark tests reveal workload-specific strengths. The data compression score of 335859 far exceeds the integer math score of 85922, suggesting the chip handles compression algorithms particularly well. The random string sorting score of 40931 and extended instructions score of 26794 both indicate strong throughput on varied instruction patterns.

The floating-point math score of 109190 nearly doubles the integer math score, pointing to strong vector and scientific computing performance. The data encryption score of 26140 and the find prime numbers score of 330 show lower absolute values, which is typical for these specific workloads. The physics score of 2513 and multithread score of 34171 round out the profile, with the multithread result confirming the overall parallel capability.

The nearest rival comparisons provide context for these scores. The Core Ultra 9 285H's average benchmark score of 38312 sits within 0.2 percent of all four nearest rivals: the Intel Core 9 270H at 38335, the Intel Core i5-13600HX at 38261, the Intel Xeon w3-2525 at 38392, and the AMD Ryzen 7 250 at 38221. These tight margins mean the Ultra 9 neither leads nor trails its direct competitors by any meaningful margin, placing it in a crowded mid-high performance tier.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every specification field. The Core i5-14401TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with Raptor Lake-R codename, while the Core Ultra 9 285H belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 with Arrow Lake-H codename. The process node differs: 10 nm for the i5 versus 3 nm for the Ultra 9, with Intel fabricating the former and TSMC fabricating the latter.

Core and thread counts differ at 6 cores and 12 threads versus 16 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the i5 and 2.90 GHz for the Ultra 9, with boost clocks of 4.50 GHz and 5.40 GHz respectively. Both have a 45 TDP. The socket changes from Intel Socket 1700 to Intel BGA 2049, and the market segment shifts from Desktop to Mobile.

Cache amounts differ across all levels: 80 KB versus 192 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB versus 3 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB versus 24 MB of shared L3. The die size is 215 mm² for the i5, while the Ultra 9 has no recorded die size. Memory support differs from DDR4 and DDR5 to DDR5 and LPDDR5X, with the Ultra 9 recording a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s and the i5 recording none. PCIe lanes drop from 16 to 8, though both use Gen 5. Integrated graphics change from UHD Graphics 730 to Arc Graphics 140T. The release dates differ by roughly six months, with the i5 released in June 2024 and the Ultra 9 in January 2025. The Ultra 9 carries a launch MSRP of $651, while the i5 has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers and ECC support.