Intel Core i5-14500T vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the Intel Core i5-14500T and the Intel Core i9-14901KE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counts for both processors are zero. Consequently, any performance assessment must rely on the standalone benchmark results recorded for the i5-14500T and the architectural specifications of the i9-14901KE.

The i5-14500T delivers a substantial set of recorded scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score reaches 11790, while the single-core score is 1838. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 8177 and the single-core score is 1154. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multicore score of 2022 and a single-core score of 252. Geekbench results record a multicore score of 11894 and a single-core score of 2229.

Passmark results for the i5-14500T include a multithread score of 22910 and a single-thread score of 3736. The data compression test yields 262417, data encryption scores 15410, extended instructions score 16043, and finding prime numbers scores 81. Floating point math scores 58869, integer math scores 80922, physics scores 1288, and random string sorting scores 28462. The average benchmark score for the i5-14500T is 28065, placing it in the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

The i9-14901KE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and it sits in the 50th percentile among all CPUs. This percentile figure is not derived from actual measurements; it reflects the absence of benchmark entries. The nearest rivals data for the i9-14901KE is empty, confirming that no comparative performance metrics exist for this processor.

The i5-14500T has direct rival comparisons in the database. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has an average score of 28054, which is effectively identical to the i5-14500T's 28065, with a delta of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G scores 28032, putting it 0.1% behind the i5-14500T. The Intel Core i9-12900H scores 28003, 0.2% behind. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 scores 28128, which is 0.2% ahead of the i5-14500T. These close deltas indicate that the i5-14500T sits in a tightly contested performance band among similarly averaged processors.

Without benchmark data for the i9-14901KE, no exact score comparisons between the two processors can be made. The i5-14500T's recorded figures stand as the only measurable performance evidence in this comparison.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to the Core 14th Gen series from Intel, share the Raptor Lake architecture, use the Raptor Lake-R codename, and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node. Both use Intel Socket 1700, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, provide PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, include ECC memory support, and feature UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics.

The core configurations differ sharply. The i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the i9-14901KE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The i5-14500T uses a 215 mm² die, whereas the i9-14901KE uses a larger 257 mm² die. Cache layouts also differ. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The i5-14500T provides 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i9-14901KE provides 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Clock speeds show a significant gap. The i5-14500T has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i9-14901KE has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz. Thermal design power also diverges: the i5-14500T is rated at 35 W, while the i9-14901KE is rated at 125 W.

The i5-14500T has a locked multiplier, while the i9-14901KE has an unlocked multiplier, meaning the i9-14901KE allows manual overclocking. Release dates differ as well: the i5-14500T launched on January 7, 2024, and the i9-14901KE launched on June 30, 2024. The i5-14500T has a launch MSRP of $232. The i9-14901KE has no recorded launch MSRP.

Both processors are marked as active in production and target the desktop market segment. The i5-14500T has the part number SRN3P, and the i9-14901KE has the part number Q49DSRNJC. The i9-14901KE's higher base and boost clocks, larger cache, and unlocked multiplier suggest a design aimed at maximum single-thread and lightly threaded performance, while the i5-14500T's higher core and thread count, lower TDP, and smaller die indicate a power-conscious multi-threaded design.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-14500T wins in measurable multi-threaded workloads based on its recorded scores. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11790, Cinebench R20 multicore score of 8177, Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2022, and Geekbench multicore score of 11894 all reflect strong parallel execution across its 14 cores and 20 threads. Passmark multithread score of 22910, integer math score of 80922, floating point math score of 58869, and data compression score of 262417 further confirm this strength. The 80th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates that the i5-14500T outperforms a large majority of processors in the database across its recorded tests.

The i5-14500T also wins in power efficiency. Its 35 W TDP is markedly lower than the 125 W TDP of the i9-14901KE. The smaller die size of 215 mm² compared to 257 mm² reinforces the efficiency-oriented design. For systems where thermal output and cooling demands are constrained, the i5-14500T presents a lower-load option.

The i9-14901KE wins in raw clock speed potential. Its base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 5.80 GHz exceed the i5-14500T's 1.70 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost. Higher clock speeds generally favor workloads with limited thread scaling, where a single core's speed determines performance. The unlocked multiplier on the i9-14901KE allows users to push clocks beyond stock settings, a capability the locked i5-14500T does not offer.

The i9-14901KE also has a larger L3 cache at 36 MB shared, compared to 24 MB shared on the i5-14500T, and a larger per-core L2 cache at 2 MB versus 1.25 MB. Larger caches can reduce memory latency for frequently accessed data, which may benefit certain workload patterns. The i9-14901KE's higher core clock and larger cache suggest an advantage in lightly threaded and latency-sensitive tasks, though no benchmark scores exist in the database to quantify this.

The i5-14500T has the advantage in thread count, with 20 threads versus 16 threads on the i9-14901KE. For workloads that scale with thread count, such as rendering and compilation, the i5-14500T's additional threads provide more parallel capacity. The i5-14500T's recorded multi-thread scores, including Cinebench R23 multicore at 11790 and Passmark multithread at 22910, provide direct evidence of this capability.

The i9-14901KE has no recorded benchmark scores, so its performance advantages are inferred from specifications rather than measurements. The database cannot confirm whether its higher clocks translate into higher actual scores in any test.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split: the i5-14500T is the only processor in this comparison with recorded performance evidence. Its average benchmark score of 28065 and 80th percentile ranking come from actual measurements across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests. The i9-14901KE has an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking, both reflecting the absence of benchmark entries rather than measured performance.

Users requiring verified multi-threaded performance should select the i5-14500T. Its 14 cores, 20 threads, and recorded scores such as Cinebench R23 multicore at 11790 and Geekbench multicore at 11894 establish a concrete performance baseline. The 35 W TDP also makes it suitable for systems with limited cooling or power budgets.

Users prioritizing maximum clock speed and overclocking capability should consider the i9-14901KE. Its 5.80 GHz boost clock, 3.80 GHz base clock, and unlocked multiplier provide a specification-level advantage in single-thread potential. The larger 36 MB L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache add to its appeal for latency-sensitive workloads. No benchmark data exists to confirm how these specifications translate into real-world scores.

The i9-14901KE's 125 W TDP indicates higher power consumption than the i5-14500T's 35 W TDP. The larger 257 mm² die also suggests higher production complexity. The i5-14500T's launch MSRP of $232 provides a reference price point, while the i9-14901KE has no recorded launch MSRP.

The choice between the two depends on whether verified performance or specification-driven potential matters more. The i5-14500T delivers measured results across a wide range of tests. The i9-14901KE offers higher clocks, larger cache, and overclocking freedom, but without benchmark data to validate its performance. The database records no head-to-head wins for either processor, so no direct competitive conclusion can be drawn from comparative testing.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500T has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between the two processors?

A: The i5-14500T has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i9-14901KE has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz.

Q: Does the i5-14500T have recorded benchmark scores?

A: Yes, the i5-14500T has scores across Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, Geekbench, and Passmark tests, with an average benchmark score of 28065 and an 80th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

Q: Does the i9-14901KE have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the i9-14901KE has an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

Q: Which processor supports overclocking?

A: The i9-14901KE has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The i5-14500T has a locked multiplier, so it does not support multiplier-based overclocking.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The i5-14500T has a TDP of 35 W, while the i9-14901KE has a TDP of 125 W.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory and integrated graphics?

A: Yes, both the i5-14500T and the i9-14901KE support ECC memory and include UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics.