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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark data for the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark entries. This absence of data for the i5-14401TE means a direct comparative score-by-score analysis is limited; however, the recorded results for the Ultra 9 285T can be examined against its nearest rivals to understand its standing.

The Ultra 9 285T delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 33573 and a single-core score of 4739. In Cinebench R20, it records 14100 multi-core and 1990 single-core. The Cinebench R15 results show 3384 multi-core and 477 single-core. These figures indicate a strong multi-threaded capability, which is consistent with its 24-core, 24-thread configuration.

In the PassMark suite, the Ultra 9 285T shows notable strengths in data compression with a score of 384140, integer math at 132433, floating-point math at 137923, and random string sorting at 47695. Its multi-thread score reaches 39931, while the single-thread score is 4576. The physics test records 2842, extended instructions at 27477, and data encryption at 32061. The find prime numbers test yields 345.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the Ultra 9 285T has an average benchmark score of 51310. This places it 0.6% ahead of the Intel Core i9-14900T (average score 51015), 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core i7-13850HX (average score 50761), and 1.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT (average score 50718). It trails the Intel Core i9-13900F by 0.8%, which records an average score of 51730. These deltas are small, indicating that the Ultra 9 285T sits in a tightly competitive performance band among these processors.

The i5-14401TE, with no recorded benchmarks and an average score of 0, cannot be compared directly. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 50, whereas the Ultra 9 285T ranks at 91. This percentile difference suggests that the Ultra 9 285T outperforms a substantial majority of processors in the database, while the i5-14401TE sits at the median.

FAQ

Q: What is the multi-core performance of the Intel Core Ultra 9 285T?

A: The Ultra 9 285T scores 33573 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 14100 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 3384 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. In PassMark multi-thread, it records 39931.

Q: How does the Ultra 9 285T compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900T?

A: The Ultra 9 285T has an average benchmark score of 51310, which is 0.6% higher than the i9-14900T's average score of 51015.

Q: What is the single-core performance of the Ultra 9 285T?

A: The Ultra 9 285T scores 4739 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 1990 in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 477 in Cinebench R15 single-core. Its PassMark single-thread score is 4576.

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

A: The database lists no benchmark entries for the i5-14401TE, and its average benchmark score is 0. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 50.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm process node, while the Ultra 9 285T uses a 3 nm process node manufactured by TSMC.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ultra 9 285T has 24 cores and 24 threads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from distinct architectural lineages. The Intel Core i5-14401TE is based on Raptor Lake, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the Core 14th Gen series. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The die size is 215 mm². Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285T uses Arrow Lake, specifically Arrow Lake-S, from the Core Ultra Series 2. It is built on a 3 nm process node by TSMC, with a die size of 243 mm² and 17,800 million transistors. The cache structure is larger: 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

The core counts differ substantially. The i5-14401TE provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ultra 9 285T provides 24 cores and 24 threads. This thread count matching core count on the Ultra 9 285T indicates a design without hyper-threading, whereas the i5-14401TE doubles its threads over cores.

Integrated graphics also differ. The i5-14401TE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Ultra 9 285T includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units.

Both processors support ECC memory, but their memory compatibility differs. The i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 9 285T supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Ultra 9 285T specifies a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The i5-14401TE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Ultra 9 285T supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

The sockets are not interchangeable. The i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700, and the Ultra 9 285T uses Intel Socket 1851.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most prominent difference: 6 cores and 12 threads for the i5-14401TE versus 24 cores and 24 threads for the Ultra 9 285T.

Base clocks differ: the i5-14401TE runs at 2.00 GHz, while the Ultra 9 285T runs at 1.40 GHz. Boost clocks are higher on the Ultra 9 285T at 5.40 GHz versus 4.50 GHz on the i5-14401TE.

Thermal design power differs: the i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45, while the Ultra 9 285T has a TDP of 35.

Process node and foundry differ: 10 nm and Intel for the i5-14401TE, versus 3 nm and TSMC for the Ultra 9 285T.

Cache sizes are different across all levels. L1 is 80 KB per core on the i5-14401TE and 192 KB per core on the Ultra 9 285T. L2 is 1.25 MB per core versus 3 MB per core. L3 is 20 MB shared versus 36 MB shared.

Memory support differs: the i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 9 285T supports only DDR5. The Ultra 9 285T has a specified memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i5-14401TE has no such figure.

PCIe lane counts differ: 16 lanes for the i5-14401TE and 20 lanes for the Ultra 9 285T.

Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 730 versus Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Release dates differ: the i5-14401TE was released on 2024-06-30, and the Ultra 9 285T on 2025-01-06.

The Ultra 9 285T has a launch MSRP of $549. No launch MSRP is recorded for the i5-14401TE.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance gap between the two processors, but the lack of benchmarks for the i5-14401TE prevents a direct head-to-head comparison. The Ultra 9 285T holds a percentile rank of 91 among all CPUs, while the i5-14401TE sits at 50. The Ultra 9 285T achieves strong multi-core and single-core scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests, with its average benchmark score of 51310 placing it slightly above several high-end rivals.

The i5-14401TE, with 6 cores, 12 threads, and a 45 TDP, is a lower-core-count part. Its lack of benchmark data means its real-world performance is unmeasured in this database. The Ultra 9 285T, with 24 cores, 35 TDP, and a 3 nm process, is the more advanced design by node, transistor count, and cache size.

From the data available, the Ultra 9 285T is the stronger performer. Its 91st percentile ranking and competitive scores against the i9-14900T, i7-13850HX, and Ryzen 9 5900XT indicate that it belongs in the upper tier of desktop processors. The i5-14401TE, ranked at the 50th percentile, cannot be assumed to match that level without recorded measurements.

Where Each One Wins

The Ultra 9 285T wins in every category where data exists. Its multi-core scores are substantial: 33573 in Cinebench R23, 14100 in Cinebench R20, and 3384 in Cinebench R15. PassMark multi-thread at 39931 and data compression at 384140 further confirm its strength in heavily threaded workloads.

For single-threaded tasks, the Ultra 9 285T records 4739 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4576 in PassMark single-thread. These scores give it a solid foundation for responsive everyday use.

The i5-14401TE has no recorded wins because no benchmark scores exist in the database. Its specifications suggest a different role: 6 cores, 12 threads, a 2.00 GHz base clock, and a 4.50 GHz boost clock, with support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. It uses Intel Socket 1700, which may be relevant for users with existing platforms, but the data does not quantify its performance.

The Ultra 9 285T also holds advantages in memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s, PCIe lanes at 20, and a larger L3 cache at 36 MB. Its 3 nm process node and 17,800 million transistors give it a more modern foundation. The i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm process and a 215 mm² die, compared to 243 mm² for the Ultra 9 285T.

For users prioritizing raw multi-threaded throughput, the Ultra 9 285T is the clear choice based on recorded scores. For those constrained to Socket 1700 or needing DDR4 compatibility, the i5-14401TE remains an option, though its performance is unverified in this database.