Intel Core i5-14490F vs Intel Processor U300L Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data positions the Intel Core i5-14490F and the Intel Processor U300L in entirely different performance classes, with the i5-14490F dominating every measurable benchmark category. The Core i5-14490F carries a full suite of 17 benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark workloads, while the database contains no benchmark results for the U300L. This absence of recorded scores for the U300L means the i5-14490F holds a clear advantage in every tested workload, from single-threaded responsiveness to heavily parallel multi-core tasks.

The Core i5-14490F posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23000 and a single-core score of 3247. Its Cinebench R20 results reach 9660 multi-core and 1363 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2318 multi-core and 327 single-core. The PassMark suite reinforces this pattern: the i5-14490F records 28662 in multi-thread performance, 3873 in single-thread performance, 87844 in integer math, 66558 in floating point math, and 340026 in data compression. The U300L, by contrast, has no recorded benchmarks in the database, so there is no direct measurement to compare against.

The performance split between the two parts is not subtle. The i5-14490F achieves an average benchmark score of 38149 and sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The U300L holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero, reflecting its lack of recorded test results. In practical terms, the i5-14490F is the part for compute-heavy desktop workloads such as rendering, compilation, and content creation, while the U300L, with its mobile segment classification and no benchmark data, is positioned for low-power embedded or mobile scenarios where sustained throughput is not the primary objective.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture and are manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The similarities end there. The Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, specifically the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The U300L uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and is listed simply as Intel Processor (Raptor Lake), with no series designation.

The core configurations differ substantially. The i5-14490F contains 10 cores and 16 threads, while the U300L contains 5 cores and 6 threads. This difference in thread count directly explains the large multi-core benchmark gap. The i5-14490F also operates at a much higher clock range: its base clock is 2.50 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, whereas the U300L starts at 1.20 GHz and boosts to 4.40 GHz. The thermal envelope reflects this performance positioning, with the i5-14490F rated at 65 W TDP and the U300L at 15 W TDP.

Cache hierarchies scale with the core counts. Both parts use 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, but the shared L3 cache is 24 MB on the i5-14490F versus 8 MB on the U300L. The i5-14490F has a die size of 215 mm², while the U300L has no die size recorded in the database.

Connectivity and graphics also separate the two. The i5-14490F supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU and has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU. The U300L supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes and includes integrated UHD Graphics 48EU. Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and neither supports ECC memory. The i5-14490F targets the desktop market segment, while the U300L is classified as a mobile part, despite both using the Intel Socket 1700.

The release dates differ as well. The i5-14490F launched on 2023-12-31, while the U300L arrived on 2024-04-07. The U300L has a recorded launch MSRP of $107, while the i5-14490F has no launch MSRP listed in the database. Both parts have locked multipliers, and both remain in active production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Processor U300L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700, despite the i5-14490F being classified as a desktop part and the U300L being classified as a mobile part.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Processor U300L includes UHD Graphics 48EU. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, so it requires a discrete GPU for display output.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Processor U300L boosts to 4.40 GHz. The i5-14490F also has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 1.20 GHz for the U300L.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F is rated at 65 W TDP, while the Intel Processor U300L is rated at 15 W TDP. The U300L is designed for substantially lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Processor U300L is limited to PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field in the database. Core count is the most fundamental split: 10 cores on the i5-14490F versus 5 cores on the U300L. Thread count follows the same pattern at 16 threads versus 6 threads. The clock speeds are similarly divergent, with the i5-14490F running a 2.50 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, while the U300L runs a 1.20 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost.

Thermal design power shows the largest relative difference. The i5-14490F is rated at 65 W, more than four times the 15 W rating of the U300L. This reflects the mobile-oriented design of the U300L, which prioritizes power efficiency over raw throughput. The shared L3 cache also differs significantly: 24 MB on the i5-14490F versus 8 MB on the U300L. L1 and L2 cache amounts are identical on a per-core basis at 80 KB and 1.25 MB respectively.

The PCIe implementation differs by generation and lane count. The i5-14490F offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the U300L offers PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes. Integrated graphics are present only on the U300L, which includes UHD Graphics 48EU; the i5-14490F has no integrated graphics capability.

Market segment and release timing also separate the parts. The i5-14490F is a desktop processor released on 2023-12-31, while the U300L is a mobile processor released on 2024-04-07. The i5-14490F has a die size of 215 mm², while the U300L has no recorded die size. The U300L has a launch MSRP of $107, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i5-14490F. Both processors use the same 10 nm process node, Intel foundry, DDR4/DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, lack of ECC support, and locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark comparison is one-sided because the database contains no recorded benchmark results for the Intel Processor U300L. The Intel Core i5-14490F, by contrast, has a complete set of 17 benchmark scores spanning both Cinebench and PassMark test suites. This asymmetry means the i5-14490F wins every available comparison by default, and the analysis below focuses on the absolute scores the i5-14490F achieves.

In Cinebench R23, the i5-14490F records 23000 multi-core and 3247 single-core. The multi-core result is particularly strong, reflecting the combination of 10 cores, 16 threads, and a 5.00 GHz boost clock. The Cinebench R20 results follow the same pattern at 9660 multi-core and 1363 single-core. Cinebench R15 shows 2318 multi-core and 327 single-core.

The PassMark suite provides additional detail on workload-specific behavior. The i5-14490F scores 340026 in data compression, 18225 in data encryption, and 21731 in extended instructions. Integer math reaches 87844, floating point math reaches 66558, and prime number finding records 122. Random string sorting scores 35608, while physics and multi-thread tests score 2093 and 28662 respectively. Single-thread performance is recorded at 3873.

The aggregate statistics place the i5-14490F at the 86th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 38149. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T with an average score of 38194 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core i5-13600KF with an average score of 38103 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 250 with an average score of 38221 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i5-13600HX with an average score of 38261 (0.3% lower). These close margins indicate the i5-14490F sits in a tightly contested performance band, within 0.3% of its nearest competitors in either direction.

The U300L, in contrast, has no benchmark scores, no average benchmark score, and no nearest rivals listed in the database. Its 50th percentile ranking is based on its position among all CPUs, but without recorded measurements, no direct performance comparison is possible. The specification differences alone, particularly the core count, thread count, cache size, and clock speeds, suggest the i5-14490F holds a substantial advantage in any scenario where the benchmark results would be comparable.