Intel Core i5-14500 vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the Intel Core i5-14500 and the Intel Core i5-14501TE?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks differ between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, whereas the Intel Core i5-14501TE has a slightly higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: What is the thermal design power (TDP) for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has a TDP of 65 watts, and the Intel Core i5-14501TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket and integrated graphics?

A: Yes, both use the Intel Socket 1700 and feature UHD Graphics 770.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has an average benchmark score of 38531, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmark scores are recorded for it.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for both processors?

A: Both have 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same fundamental architecture. Both are part of the Core 14th Gen series, based on Raptor Lake, with the codename Raptor Lake-R and a 10 nm process node from Intel. The die size is identical at 215 mm². The L1 cache is 80 KB per core for both, and the L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for both. The shared L3 cache is 24 MB on each part.

The critical architectural difference lies in the core configuration. The Intel Core i5-14500 provides 14 cores and 20 threads, whereas the Intel Core i5-14501TE provides only 6 cores and 12 threads. This difference in core count directly impacts multithreaded performance potential, as the i5-14500 has more than double the physical cores and significantly more threads available for parallel workloads.

Clock speeds also differ. The i5-14500 has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The i5-14501TE has a lower base clock of 2.20 GHz but a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The higher boost clock on the i5-14501TE may help in lightly threaded scenarios, but the lower base clock and reduced core count limit its overall throughput.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and both support ECC memory. They also share the same PCIe implementation: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics are identical: UHD Graphics 770. Both are marked as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ. The i5-14500 was released on 2024-01-07, while the i5-14501TE was released on 2024-06-30. The i5-14500 has a launch MSRP of $232, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the i5-14501TE.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14500 wins decisively in multithreaded and multicore workloads due to its 14 cores and 20 threads compared to the 6 cores and 12 threads of the i5-14501TE. Applications that scale across many threads, such as video rendering, 3D modeling, software compilation, and data processing, will favor the i5-14500. The recorded benchmark scores for the i5-14500 show strong performance in Cinebench R23 multicore (15012), Geekbench multicore (13390), and PassMark multithread (30777). The i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores, so its performance in these areas cannot be quantified from the database.

The i5-14501TE may hold an advantage in single-threaded burst performance due to its higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus 5.00 GHz on the i5-14500. However, no benchmark data exists for the i5-14501TE to confirm this advantage. The i5-14500 does have recorded single-threaded scores, including Cinebench R23 singlecore at 1917 and Geekbench singlecore at 2099.

The i5-14501TE also has a lower TDP of 45 watts compared to 65 watts for the i5-14500. This makes the i5-14501TE a more power-efficient option for systems where thermal output and energy consumption are primary concerns, such as compact or passively cooled builds. The i5-14500, with its higher TDP, may require more substantial cooling but offers significantly more compute capacity.

For users prioritizing raw performance in multithreaded applications, the i5-14500 is the clear choice. For users prioritizing lower power consumption and a smaller thermal footprint, the i5-14501TE is the more suitable option, though its performance characteristics are unverified in the database.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 14 on the i5-14500, 6 on the i5-14501TE
• Threads: 20 on the i5-14500, 12 on the i5-14501TE
• Base clock: 2.60 GHz on the i5-14500, 2.20 GHz on the i5-14501TE
• Boost clock: 5.00 GHz on the i5-14500, 5.10 GHz on the i5-14501TE
• TDP: 65 watts on the i5-14500, 45 watts on the i5-14501TE
• Release date: 2024-01-07 for the i5-14500, 2024-06-30 for the i5-14501TE
• Launch MSRP: $232 for the i5-14500, no recorded value for the i5-14501TE
• Part number: SRN3T for the i5-14500, Q49KSRNJN for the i5-14501TE
• Percentile versus all CPUs: 86 for the i5-14500, 50 for the i5-14501TE
• Average benchmark score: 38531 for the i5-14500, 0 for the i5-14501TE

All other specifications are identical: socket, architecture, codename, generation, process node, foundry, die size, cache hierarchy, memory support, memory bus, ECC support, PCIe implementation, integrated graphics, market segment, production status, and unlocked multiplier status.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark comparison between these two processors is empty in the database. No direct benchmark results are recorded for the i5-14501TE, so a side-by-side numerical comparison cannot be constructed from the available data.

However, the i5-14500 has a substantial set of recorded benchmark scores. Its Cinebench R15 multicore score is 2435, and its single-core score is 273. In Cinebench R20, it scores 10985 multicore and 1550 single-core. The Cinebench R23 results are 15012 multicore and 1917 single-core. Geekbench scores are 13390 multicore and 2099 single-core.

PassMark results for the i5-14500 include data compression at 371294, data encryption at 21457, extended instructions at 22473, find prime numbers at 106, floating point math at 79576, integer math at 108124, multithread at 30777, physics at 1746, random string sorting at 40980, and single thread at 3952.

The i5-14501TE has no benchmarks listed, no wins recorded, and no rival comparisons. The wins count is 0 for both processors in the head-to-head data, which indicates that no direct comparison is available. The percentile ranking tells part of the story: the i5-14500 sits at the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile.

The nearest rivals for the i5-14500 provide context for its position. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has an average score of 38561, with a delta of -0.1% relative to the i5-14500. The Intel Xeon w3-2525 scores 38392, which is 0.4% lower. The Intel Core 9 270H scores 38335, 0.5% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H scores 38312, 0.6% lower. These comparisons show the i5-14500 performing within a narrow band of similar processors. No such rival data exists for the i5-14501TE.

The Verdict

The data in the database clearly favors the Intel Core i5-14500 for almost any performance-oriented use case. It offers 14 cores and 20 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads on the i5-14501TE, a difference that translates into a significant advantage in multithreaded workloads. The i5-14500 has a full suite of recorded benchmark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 15012 and a Geekbench multicore score of 13390. Its percentile ranking of 86 places it well above the i5-14501TE's ranking of 50.

The i5-14501TE does have a higher boost clock at 5.10 GHz, which could theoretically benefit single-threaded performance, but no benchmark data exists to confirm this. Its lower TDP of 45 watts makes it a more power-efficient option, which may be relevant for specific system designs. However, the absence of any recorded benchmark scores for the i5-14501TE means its actual performance is unverified in the database.

The i5-14500 also has a launch MSRP of $232, while the i5-14501TE has no recorded launch MSRP. The i5-14500 was released earlier, on 2024-01-07, compared to 2024-06-30 for the i5-14501TE.

For users who need maximum processing power for multithreaded applications, the i5-14500 is the only choice supported by recorded data. For users who prioritize lower power consumption and have workloads that do not demand many cores, the i5-14501TE offers a lower TDP and a higher boost clock, but its performance remains unquantified. The database provides no evidence that the i5-14501TE can match the i5-14500 in any measured workload.