Intel Core i5-14490F vs Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL Comparison

The Intel Core i5-14490F and the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL occupy different corners of the desktop processor market. The i5-14490F is a high-performance part from the Core 14th Gen family, built for traditional desktop workloads. The Core Ultra 5 135UL is a low-power processor from the Core Ultra Series 1, designed for efficiency and compact systems. The database contains extensive benchmark data for the i5-14490F, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL has no recorded benchmark scores at this time. This analysis relies on the recorded data for the i5-14490F and the architectural specifications for both processors.

The i5-14490F achieves a percentile ranking of 86 among all CPUs in the database. This means it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the recorded dataset. The Core Ultra 5 135UL holds a percentile ranking of 50, placing it at the median of all CPUs. The average benchmark score for the i5-14490F is 38149. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has an average benchmark score of 0, reflecting the absence of recorded benchmark data. The i5-14490F has 17 recorded benchmark results across Cinebench and Passmark tests. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has no recorded benchmark results.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-14490F wins on raw compute performance across every category where data exists. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score is 23000, and its single-core score is 3247. These figures place it firmly in the high-performance desktop segment. The Passmark multithread score of 28662 and single-thread score of 3873 confirm its strength in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded applications. The i5-14490F also delivers strong results in specialized workloads: Passmark integer math at 87844, floating point math at 66558, and extended instructions at 21731.

The Core Ultra 5 135UL has no recorded benchmark scores, so the database cannot confirm any performance wins for this processor. Its specifications suggest a different purpose. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a base clock of 1.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, with a TDP of 15 watts. This is a low-power design. The i5-14490F has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, with a TDP of 65 watts. The data indicates that the i5-14490F is positioned for maximum performance, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL is positioned for minimal power consumption.

The use-case split is clear from the specifications. The i5-14490F suits desktop systems where performance is the priority. Its 10 cores and 16 threads handle demanding workloads such as content creation, software compilation, and scientific computing. The Core Ultra 5 135UL suits systems where power efficiency is the priority. Its 12 cores and 14 threads provide adequate multi-threading capability while operating at a fraction of the power draw. The Core Ultra 5 135UL also includes integrated graphics with Arc Xe-LPG 64EU, which the i5-14490F lacks entirely. This gives the Core Ultra 5 135UL a clear advantage in systems that do not use a discrete graphics card.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use different architectures and manufacturing processes. The i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh. It is manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. The die size is 215 mm². The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses the Meteor Lake architecture, specifically the Meteor Lake-PS variant. It is manufactured by Intel on a 7 nm process node. The die size is not recorded in the database.

The core configurations differ significantly. The i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 cores and 14 threads. This means the i5-14490F has fewer physical cores but more threads, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL has more physical cores but fewer threads. The thread counts indicate different core type arrangements. The i5-14490F relies on a mix of performance and efficiency cores with hyper-threading on the performance cores. The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses a different core layout with fewer threads than cores, suggesting a mix of core types without hyper-threading on all cores.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The i5-14490F has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a larger per-core cache allocation in L1 and L2, but the i5-14490F has twice the total L3 cache. The larger L3 cache on the i5-14490F likely benefits workloads that share data across cores.

Memory support differs. The i5-14490F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Core Ultra 5 135UL supports DDR5, with the specific type depending on the motherboard. Both processors use a dual-channel memory bus. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The i5-14490F has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. The i5-14490F provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 135UL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The i5-14490F offers a newer PCIe generation and twice the lane count, which benefits systems with high-bandwidth expansion cards. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has more limited connectivity, consistent with its low-power positioning.

The sockets are different. The i5-14490F uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Intel Socket 1851. These sockets are not interchangeable, so the motherboard choice determines which processor can be used. The i5-14490F was released on 2023-12-31. The Core Ultra 5 135UL was released on 2024-04-07. Both processors are currently marked as Active in production status.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results between the i5-14490F and the Core Ultra 5 135UL. The i5-14490F has a complete set of benchmark scores, while the Core Ultra 5 135UL has none. This limits direct comparison to the specification differences and the i5-14490F's absolute scores.

The i5-14490F's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23000 indicates strong multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score of 9660 and Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2318 show consistent scaling across Cinebench versions. The single-core scores follow a similar pattern: 3247 in R23, 1363 in R20, and 327 in R15. These scores reflect the 5.00 GHz boost clock and the architecture's single-thread efficiency.

The Passmark results provide additional detail. The i5-14490F scores 87844 in integer math and 66558 in floating point math. The extended instructions score is 21731. Data compression scores 340026, while data encryption scores 18225. The find prime numbers test scores 122. Random string sorting scores 35608. Physics scores 2093. These results show the i5-14490F handles a wide range of computational tasks effectively.

The Core Ultra 5 135UL cannot be compared on benchmark scores because no data exists. Its lower boost clock of 4.40 GHz and lower TDP of 15 watts suggest it will produce lower benchmark scores than the i5-14490F in most tests. The Core Ultra 5 135UL's larger L1 and L2 caches per core may help in some latency-sensitive workloads, but the database does not provide scores to confirm this. The absence of benchmark data for the Core Ultra 5 135UL is itself a notable finding. The database records no performance measurements for this processor, making it impossible to quantify its strengths.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear distinction between these two processors. The i5-14490F is the performance-oriented choice. Its benchmark scores place it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. It delivers strong results in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Its 65 watt TDP and 5.00 GHz boost clock indicate a processor designed to maximize throughput. The Core Ultra 5 135UL is the efficiency-oriented choice. Its 15 watt TDP and 4.40 GHz boost clock indicate a processor designed to minimize power draw. Its integrated graphics and lower PCIe requirements suit compact and low-power systems.

Users who need maximum compute performance should select the i5-14490F. The recorded data shows it excels in Cinebench and Passmark tests. Users who need integrated graphics, lower power consumption, or a more recent socket should select the Core Ultra 5 135UL. The data does not provide benchmark scores for the Core Ultra 5 135UL, so its performance level remains unquantified. The choice between these processors depends entirely on whether the priority is performance or efficiency. The i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, so it requires a discrete GPU. The Core Ultra 5 135UL includes Arc Xe-LPG 64EU graphics, so it can operate without a discrete GPU.

The i5-14490F's nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T with an average score of 38194, the Intel Core i5-13600KF with an average score of 38103, the AMD Ryzen 7 250 with an average score of 38221, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX with an average score of 38261. The i5-14490F's average score of 38149 sits within 0.3 percent of these processors. The closest rival is the Intel Core i5-13600KF, which scores 0.1 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 0.2 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T scores 0.1 percent lower. The Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 0.3 percent higher. These narrow margins indicate the i5-14490F competes at the same performance level as these processors.

FAQ

Q: How many cores does the Intel Core i5-14490F have?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How many cores does the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL have?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 cores and 14 threads.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL includes integrated graphics with Arc Xe-LPG 64EU. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL?

A: The launch MSRP is $331.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: What socket does each processor use?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F uses Intel Socket 1700. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Intel Socket 1851.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: The i5-14490F has 10 cores. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 cores.
• Threads: The i5-14490F has 16 threads. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 14 threads.
• Base clock: The i5-14490F has a base clock of 2.50 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a base clock of 1.60 GHz.
• Boost clock: The i5-14490F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.
• TDP: The i5-14490F has a TDP of 65. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a TDP of 15.
• Socket: The i5-14490F uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Intel Socket 1851.
• Architecture: The i5-14490F uses Raptor Lake. The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses Meteor Lake.
• Process node: The i5-14490F uses a 10 nm process. The Core Ultra 5 135UL uses a 7 nm process.
• L1 cache: The i5-14490F has 80 KB per core. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 112 KB per core.
• L2 cache: The i5-14490F has 1.25 MB per core. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 2 MB per core.
• L3 cache: The i5-14490F has 24 MB shared. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has 12 MB shared.
• Memory support: The i5-14490F supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Core Ultra 5 135UL supports DDR5 depending on the motherboard.
• Memory bandwidth: The i5-14490F has no recorded memory bandwidth. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.
• PCIe: The i5-14490F provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Core Ultra 5 135UL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes.
• Integrated graphics: The i5-14490F has no integrated graphics. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has Arc Xe-LPG 64EU.
• Release date: The i5-14490F was released on 2023-12-31. The Core Ultra 5 135UL was released on 2024-04-07.
• Percentile: The i5-14490F ranks in the 86th percentile. The Core Ultra 5 135UL ranks in the 50th percentile.
• Average benchmark score: The i5-14490F has an average score of 38149. The Core Ultra 5 135UL has an average score of 0.