Intel Core i5-14401TE vs Intel Core Ultra 9 288V Comparison

Intel Core i5-14401TE and Intel Core Ultra 9 288V represent two very different approaches within Intel's current lineup. The i5-14401TE is a desktop-oriented Raptor Lake Refresh part with a traditional multi-threaded design, while the Ultra 9 288V is a mobile-focused Lunar Lake processor built on a newer node with a radically different architecture. The benchmark data available for the Ultra 9 288V allows for a direct analysis of its capabilities, though the i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a full suite of benchmark results for the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded scores. This means the comparison is one-sided, but the Ultra 9 288V's results are telling. In Cinebench R23, the Ultra 9 288V scores 10178 points in multicore and 1950 points in single-core. The single-core score is particularly strong, reflecting a high boost clock of 5.10 GHz and the efficiency of the Lunar Lake architecture.

In Cinebench R20, the Ultra 9 288V records 7069 points multicore and 997 points single-core. The R15 run shows 1583 points multicore and 301.5 points single-core. These results place the Ultra 9 288V in the 76th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 23219. The nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i9-11900F with an average score of 23254 (a delta of -0.2%), the AMD EPYC 4124P at 23167 (delta of 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H at 23277 (delta of -0.2%), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V at 23297 (delta of -0.3%). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that the Ultra 9 288V sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Looking at the Passmark suite, the Ultra 9 288V shows a mix of strengths. It scores 19810 in multithread, 4274 in single-thread, and 186521 in data compression. Data encryption comes in at 14141, extended instructions at 15613, and find prime numbers at 195. Floating point math reaches 59536, integer math 44019, physics 1637, and random string sorting 22622. The single-thread score of 4274 is a strong result, consistent with the high Cinebench single-core figures. The multithread score of 19810, while respectable, is not dominant, which aligns with the fact that this chip has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no hyperthreading.

The data shows that the Ultra 9 288V is a capable all-rounder, with its strongest showings in single-threaded workloads and data compression. The multicore performance is adequate but not exceptional, given the absence of simultaneous multithreading. For the i5-14401TE, the absence of benchmark data means no direct numerical comparison is possible, but its specifications suggest a different performance profile, which will be addressed in the architecture section.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their design philosophy. The Intel Core i5-14401TE is built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, using a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, enabled by hyperthreading, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The die size is 215 mm², and the thermal design power is 45 W. It uses Intel Socket 1700 and is aimed at the desktop market segment.

The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, in contrast, uses the Lunar Lake architecture on a 3 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. It has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no hyperthreading, a base clock of 3.30 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. Its thermal design power is 30 W, significantly lower than the i5-14401TE, reflecting its mobile focus. It uses Intel BGA 2833, a soldered mobile socket.

Cache hierarchies are also distinct. The i5-14401TE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 9 288V offers 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L1 and L2 on the Ultra 9 288V support its higher single-core performance, while the i5-14401TE has a larger total L3 pool.

Memory support differs as well. The i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it supports ECC memory. The Ultra 9 288V supports only LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, and it does not support ECC. The PCIe configurations are markedly different: the i5-14401TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Ultra 9 288V offers Gen 5 with only 4 lanes (CPU only). This reflects the desktop part's ability to drive multiple expansion cards versus the mobile part's constrained I/O.

Integrated graphics present another major divide. The i5-14401TE uses UHD Graphics 730, a basic Intel graphics solution. The Ultra 9 288V uses Arc 140V, which is a much more capable iGPU, suitable for light gaming and media tasks. The release dates also differ, with the i5-14401TE launching on 2024-06-30 and the Ultra 9 288V on 2024-09-23.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Core i5-14401TE's boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do the core counts and thread counts compare?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has 8 cores and 8 threads. The i5 relies on hyperthreading to reach 12 threads, whereas the Ultra 9 runs one thread per core.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 W, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has a TDP of 30 W, making the Ultra 9 the lower-power part.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V does not.

Q: What memory types are supported by each?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V supports only LPDDR5X.

Q: How does the Ultra 9 288V rank in the database?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V sits in the 76th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 23219, placing it near the Intel Core i9-11900F and AMD Ryzen 7 5800H.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear separation in intended use cases. The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, with its 76th percentile ranking and strong single-core scores, is the better choice for mobile workloads where power efficiency and single-threaded responsiveness matter. Its 30 W TDP and 3 nm TSMC process make it suitable for thin-and-light laptops. The benchmark scores confirm it can handle demanding tasks, with Cinebench R23 multicore at 10178 and single-core at 1950, and a Passmark single-thread score of 4274.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE, lacking benchmark data, cannot be directly compared on scores. However, its specifications point to a desktop part designed for multi-threaded throughput in a fixed power envelope. With 12 threads, 20 MB of L3 cache, and support for DDR4/DDR5 with ECC, it is built for workstation or server-like duties where memory capacity and reliability are priorities. Its 45 W TDP is higher than the Ultra 9 288V, but it offers 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, enabling multiple high-bandwidth devices.

For a user choosing between these two, the decision hinges on platform. The Ultra 9 288V belongs in a mobile device, offering superior single-core performance and a modern integrated GPU in the Arc 140V. The i5-14401TE belongs in a desktop Socket 1700 board, providing more threads and expandability. The data does not support a universal winner, as the i5 has no scores, but the Ultra 9's recorded performance establishes it as a strong mobile option.

Specification Differences

The following table outlines the key specification differences between the two processors, based solely on the recorded data.

• Series: Core 14th Gen (i5-14401TE) versus Core Ultra Series 2 (Ultra 9 288V)
• Cores: 6 versus 8
• Threads: 12 versus 8
• Base Clock: 2.00 GHz versus 3.30 GHz
• Boost Clock: 4.50 GHz versus 5.10 GHz
• TDP: 45 W versus 30 W
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 versus Intel BGA 2833
• Architecture: Raptor Lake versus Lunar Lake
• Process Node: 10 nm (Intel) versus 3 nm (TSMC)
• L1 Cache: 80 KB per core versus 192 KB per core
• L2 Cache: 1.25 MB per core versus 2.5 MB per core
• L3 Cache: 20 MB shared versus 12 MB shared
• Memory Support: DDR4, DDR5 versus LPDDR5X
• Memory Bandwidth: Not recorded versus 136.5 GB/s
• ECC Memory: Supported versus not supported
• PCIe: Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) versus Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only)
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics 730 versus Arc 140V
• Market Segment: Desktop versus Mobile
• Release Date: 2024-06-30 versus 2024-09-23

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V wins on raw single-core performance, as demonstrated by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1950 and Passmark single-thread score of 4274. It also wins on power efficiency, with a 30 W TDP versus 45 W, and on integrated graphics capability, using the Arc 140V instead of the basic UHD Graphics 730. Its higher base and boost clocks, plus larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, contribute to its strong single-threaded showing. The 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth for LPDDR5X is a notable advantage for memory-intensive tasks.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins on multi-threaded capability in terms of thread count, offering 12 threads versus 8. This is a structural advantage for heavily parallel workloads, even without benchmark scores to quantify it. It also wins on memory flexibility, supporting both DDR4 and DDR5, and on ECC memory support, which is absent on the Ultra 9 288V. The desktop platform advantage is clear with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, compared to 4 lanes on the mobile part, allowing for multiple expansion cards and high-speed storage. The larger 20 MB L3 cache is another point in its favor for workloads that benefit from a big shared cache pool.

The data supports a split decision: the Ultra 9 288V is the winner for mobile, single-threaded, and graphics-intensive tasks, while the i5-14401TE is positioned for desktop, multi-threaded, and server-like workloads where ECC and expansion are required. The absence of benchmark scores for the i5-14401TE means its real-world performance remains unmeasured in the database, but its specification sheet indicates a distinct role from the Ultra 9 288V.