Intel Core i5-14500T vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between these two Intel parts. The Intel Core i5-14500T wins 13 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE takes 4. The overall average benchmark score favors the i5-14500T at 28065 versus 26013 for the i7-14701TE, a difference of about 7.9%. The i5-14500T also sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, with the i7-14701TE at the 78th.

The largest win for the i5-14500T comes in PassMark single-thread testing, where it scores 3736 against 2637, a 41.7% advantage. This same margin appears in both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread entries. Data encryption shows a 31.7% lead for the i5-14500T (15410 versus 11699), and random string sorting favors it by 25.1% (28462 versus 22760). Integer math follows at 23% (80922 versus 65792), and data compression at 19% (262417 versus 220520). The i5-14500T also leads in floating point math by 17.2% (58869 versus 50219), extended instructions by 11.8% (16043 versus 14354), and multithread by 14.3% (22910 versus 20042).

The older Cinebench R15 and R20 suites all favor the i5-14500T. In R15 multicore it scores 2022 versus 1716, a 17.8% margin. R20 multicore shows 8177 versus 7154, a 14.3% margin, and R20 singlecore shows the same 14.3% margin with 1154 versus 1010. R15 singlecore is closer at 4.1% (252 versus 242).

The i7-14701TE wins the remaining tests by substantial margins. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 17035 versus 11790, a 30.8% lead for the i7. PassMark physics delivers 1860 versus 1288, also a 30.8% lead. Prime number finding gives the i7 a 43.4% edge (143 versus 81), its largest win. Cinebench R23 singlecore rounds out its victories at 23.6% (2405 versus 1838).

This pattern suggests the i5-14500T excels in general throughput and legacy rendering workloads, while the i7-14701TE pulls ahead specifically in R23 multicore, physics simulation, and prime number workloads. The i7's wins are concentrated in fewer tests but with large margins, whereas the i5 wins more tests with mostly moderate-to-large margins.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500T has an average benchmark score of 28065, compared to 26013 for the Intel Core i7-14701TE.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: The i5-14500T leads by 41.7% in PassMark single-thread testing (3736 versus 2637). The i7-14701TE's largest win is 43.4% in PassMark find prime numbers (143 versus 81).

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The i7-14701TE wins decisively, scoring 17035 against 11790 for the i5-14500T, a 30.8% advantage.

Q: Does the i5-14500T win every single-core test?

A: No. The i5-14500T wins Cinebench R15 singlecore (252 versus 242) and R20 singlecore (1154 versus 1010), plus PassMark single-thread (3736 versus 2637). The i7-14701TE wins Cinebench R23 singlecore with 2405 versus 1838.

Q: How many benchmark comparisons does each processor win?

A: The i5-14500T wins 13 comparisons, and the i7-14701TE wins 4.

Q: What do the percentile rankings indicate?

A: The i5-14500T ranks at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, while the i7-14701TE ranks at the 78th.

Architecture Differences

Both processors share the Raptor Lake architecture and Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. Both use the Intel Socket 1700 and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Both include ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes from the CPU, and the UHD Graphics 770 integrated GPU.

The core configurations differ substantially. The i5-14500T provides 14 cores and 20 threads, while the i7-14701TE provides 8 cores and 16 threads. This explains why the i5 dominates most multithreaded workloads: more cores and threads translate directly into higher throughput in data compression, encryption, integer math, and floating point math.

Cache hierarchies also differ. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. L2 cache is larger on the i7 at 2 MB per core versus 1.25 MB per core on the i5. L3 cache favors the i7 as well, with 33 MB shared versus 24 MB shared. The die size reflects this difference: 257 mm² for the i7 and 215 mm² for the i5. The larger cache allocation helps explain why the i7 wins in R23 multicore, physics, and prime number testing, workloads that respond to larger on-die storage.

Clock speeds tell a different story. The i5-14500T has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i7-14701TE has a higher base of 2.10 GHz and a higher boost of 5.20 GHz. Despite having fewer cores, the i7 reaches higher frequencies, which contributes to its single-core R23 victory and its strong showing in physics simulation.

The thermal design point differs, with the i5 rated at 35 W and the i7 at 45 W. The i5's lower TDP aligns with its lower base clock, while the i7 consumes more power to sustain its higher clocks and larger cache.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded specification fields. The i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads; the i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 1.70 GHz for the i5 and 2.10 GHz for the i7. Boost clocks are 4.80 GHz and 5.20 GHz respectively. TDP is 35 W for the i5 and 45 W for the i7.

L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core on the i5 and 2 MB per core on the i7. L3 cache is 24 MB shared on the i5 and 33 MB shared on the i7. Die size is 215 mm² for the i5 and 257 mm² for the i7.

The release dates differ: the i5-14500T launched on 2024-01-07, while the i7-14701TE launched later on 2024-06-30. The i5 has a recorded launch MSRP of $232; no launch MSRP is recorded for the i7. Part numbers also differ, with the i5 listed as SRN3P and the i7 as Q49GSRNJL.

Fields that are identical include manufacturer (Intel), series (Core 14th Gen), socket (Intel Socket 1700), architecture (Raptor Lake), codename (Raptor Lake-R), process node (10 nm), foundry (Intel), L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory support (DDR4, DDR5), memory bus (Dual-channel), ECC memory support (true), PCIe (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), and multiplier unlocked (false).

Where Each One Wins

The i5-14500T is the stronger choice for workloads that scale with core count and thread count. Its 14 cores and 20 threads power wins in data compression (262417 versus 220520), data encryption (15410 versus 11699), integer math (80922 versus 65792), floating point math (58869 versus 50219), extended instructions (16043 versus 14354), random string sorting (28462 versus 22760), and PassMark multithread (22910 versus 20042). It also leads in Cinebench R15 and R20 across both multicore and singlecore tests, indicating strong legacy rendering performance. Its single-thread PassMark score of 3736 is far ahead of the i7's 2637, making it the better fit for older single-threaded applications that do not use the newer instruction paths.

The i7-14701TE wins in Cinebench R23 multicore (17035 versus 11790) and singlecore (2405 versus 1838), which points to better performance in modern rendering workloads that use the R23 benchmark. Its 43.4% lead in prime number finding (143 versus 81) suggests an advantage in integer-heavy mathematical workloads. The 30.8% lead in PassMark physics (1860 versus 1288) indicates stronger physics simulation performance, likely aided by its higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and larger 33 MB L3 cache.

The distinction is clear: the i5-14500T dominates general productivity, legacy benchmarks, and single-thread PassMark performance. The i7-14701TE takes the modern Cinebench R23 suite, physics simulation, and prime number workloads.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core i5-14500T is the better all-around performer. It wins 13 of 17 comparisons, has a higher average benchmark score (28065 versus 26013), and ranks at the 80th percentile versus the i7's 78th. Its 14-core, 20-thread configuration delivers broad superiority across encryption, compression, math operations, and legacy Cinebench tests. Users running mixed workloads, data processing, or older rendering software should favor the i5-14500T based on these measurements.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE is preferable for specific modern workloads. Its 33 MB L3 cache, higher 5.20 GHz boost clock, and 45 W TDP support wins in Cinebench R23 multicore and singlecore, PassMark physics, and prime number finding. Users focused on R23 rendering, physics simulation, or prime-heavy computation would see better results from the i7, despite its lower overall win count.

The i5-14500T also offers the lower TDP at 35 W, which may be relevant for thermally constrained systems. The i7-14701TE consumes more power at 45 W but delivers its advantages in fewer, more specialized areas. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and both use the same socket, memory support, and integrated graphics. The choice between them depends on whether the workload mirrors the i5's broad wins or the i7's focused victories.