Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core i5-14600T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14600T but no recorded scores for the Intel Core i5-14501E. This means the comparison is one-sided: the 14600T has 19 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark suites, while the 14501E has zero entries. The 14600T therefore holds all measurable wins by default, though the absence of data for the 14501E prevents a direct head-to-head score comparison.

The 14600T's strongest multi-core result comes from Cinebench R23, where it records a score of 22447. In the same suite, its single-core score reaches 3169. These figures place the processor in the 83rd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 32707.

The nearest rivals in the database give context to the 14600T's performance tier. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32697, a delta of 0 percent, meaning the two are effectively tied. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 32750, putting the 14600T 0.1 percent behind. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32662, placing the 14600T 0.1 percent ahead. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32812, which is 0.3 percent ahead of the 14600T. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that the 14600T sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Looking at specific Passmark workloads, the 14600T shows distinct strengths. In integer math, it scores 95112. In floating point math, it scores 64726. Data compression reaches 301827, while data encryption scores 18226. Extended instructions score 16985. Random string sorting produces 34310. The multithread Passmark score is 26409, with single-thread performance at 3744. Physics workload scores 1873, and finding prime numbers scores 121.

Geekbench results for the 14600T show a multicore score of 12840 and a single-core score of 2559. Cinebench R20 scores are 9427 multicore and 1330 single-core. Cinebench R15 scores are 2262 multicore and 319 single-core.

Since the 14501E has no benchmark entries, the data cannot show any wins for that processor. The wins tally stands at 0 for the 14501E and 0 for the 14600T in the head-to-head field, because no paired benchmark results exist. The 14600T's individual scores, however, demonstrate a capable processor across both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports one clear conclusion: the Intel Core i5-14600T is the only processor in this comparison with measurable performance. It sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 32707. Its nearest rivals are all within 0.3 percent of that score, which places it in a competitive mid-range tier.

The 14501E cannot be evaluated on performance grounds because the database contains no benchmark results for it. It has a percentile rank of 50, which is the median position, but that rank is not supported by any recorded scores. The 14600T, by contrast, has a strong evidence base.

For users prioritizing measured performance, the 14600T is the only option with data to support a choice. Its 14 cores and 20 threads give it a structural advantage in multi-threaded work, and its recorded scores confirm that advantage across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark. The 14501E offers 6 cores and 12 threads, but without benchmark data, no performance verdict can be made.

The 14600T also carries a launch MSRP of $255. The 14501E has no listed launch MSRP. Both processors are active production parts, both use the Intel Socket 1700, and both are desktop segments. The 14600T released on 2024-01-07, while the 14501E released on 2024-06-30.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600T has an average benchmark score of 32707. The Intel Core i5-14501E has an average benchmark score of 0 because no benchmark results are recorded for it.

Q: How does the 14600T compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The 14600T is within 0.3 percent of all four nearest rivals. It matches the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H at a 0 percent delta, trails the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F by 0.1 percent, leads the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 by 0.1 percent, and trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H by 0.3 percent.

Q: What is the core and thread count difference?

A: The 14600T has 14 cores and 20 threads. The 14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The 14501E has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The 14600T has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-14501E and the Intel Core i5-14600T support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The 14501E has a TDP of 65 watts. The 14600T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most significant specification gap. The 14600T uses 14 cores and 20 threads, while the 14501E uses 6 cores and 12 threads. This is a difference of 8 cores and 8 threads.

Base clocks differ substantially. The 14501E has a base clock of 3.30 GHz, while the 14600T has a base clock of 1.80 GHz. The boost clocks are closer: 5.20 GHz for the 14501E and 5.10 GHz for the 14600T.

TDP differs by 30 watts. The 14501E is rated at 65 watts, and the 14600T is rated at 35 watts.

L2 cache differs per core. The 14501E has 1.25 MB per core, while the 14600T has 2 MB per core. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core, and L3 cache is identical at 24 MB shared.

Die size differs. The 14501E has a die size of 215 mm², while the 14600T has a die size of 257 mm².

Release dates differ. The 14600T released on 2024-01-07, and the 14501E released on 2024-06-30.

The 14600T has a launch MSRP of $255. The 14501E has no launch MSRP listed.

Both processors share the same socket, memory support, memory bus, PCIe configuration, integrated graphics, and ECC support. Both use Intel Socket 1700, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory, both use dual-channel memory, both use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), both have UHD Graphics 770, and both support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are based on Raptor Lake architecture and use the Raptor Lake-R codename. Both are listed under the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. Both use a 10 nm process node and are fabricated by Intel.

The core layout differs. The 14600T packs 14 cores, which implies a hybrid arrangement of performance cores and efficiency cores, though the exact split is not listed in the data. The 14501E uses 6 cores, all of which appear to be performance cores based on the uniform L2 cache size of 1.25 MB per core. The 14600T's L2 cache of 2 MB per core suggests a different core type distribution.

The L2 cache difference of 0.75 MB per core reflects the different core architectures within each processor. The 14501E's smaller per-core L2 cache aligns with a simpler core design, while the 14600T's larger per-core L2 cache supports its higher core count and thread count.

Both processors use the same L1 cache size of 80 KB per core and the same L3 cache of 24 MB shared. The shared L3 pool means the 14600T spreads that 24 MB across 14 cores, while the 14501E spreads it across 6 cores. This gives the 14501E a larger L3-to-core ratio, which can benefit single-core workloads, though the 14600T's higher core count compensates in multi-threaded scenarios.

Both processors have the same integrated graphics solution (UHD Graphics 770), the same PCIe configuration (Gen 5, 16 lanes CPU only), and the same memory support (DDR4, DDR5, dual-channel). Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported according to the data.

The die size difference of 42 mm² suggests the 14600T has a larger physical implementation, consistent with its higher core count. Both processors are manufactured on the same 10 nm node by Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The 14600T wins in every recorded benchmark category because it is the only processor with benchmark data. Its 14 cores and 20 threads deliver strong multi-threaded performance, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 22447 and the Passmark multithread score of 26409. Workloads that scale with core count, such as video rendering, data compression, and scientific computing, align with the 14600T's strengths.

The 14600T also delivers competitive single-thread performance. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3169 and Passmark single-thread score of 3744 indicate solid performance for lightly threaded tasks like everyday desktop use, web browsing, and office applications. The Geekbench single-core score of 2559 supports this interpretation.

The 14501E has no recorded wins because no benchmark scores exist for it. Its specification sheet shows a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 1.80 GHz) and a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 5.10 GHz), which suggests potential strength in single-threaded workloads. The higher base clock could matter for tasks that run at sustained low load, where the 14600T's lower base clock might be a factor. However, without benchmark data, this remains a specification-based inference rather than a measured result.

The 14501E's lower core count and higher clocks also imply lower multi-threaded throughput compared to the 14600T, but again, no data confirms this. Its TDP of 65 watts versus the 14600T's 35 watts suggests the 14501E draws more power at idle or base operation, which could matter for compact systems. The 14600T's 35-watt TDP makes it a more energy-efficient choice for the same socket.

For users choosing between the two, the data supports the 14600T for any workload where measured performance matters. Its 83rd percentile rank, its near-tie with four rival processors, and its comprehensive benchmark results make it a reliable choice. The 14501E remains a specification-only option with no recorded performance evidence.