Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the Intel Core i5-14501E and the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has 14 cores and 18 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: What process nodes are used by these two chips?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E uses a 10 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL uses a 7 nm process node.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5. The Intel Core i5-14501E also supports DDR4, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL supports DDR5 with capacity depending on the motherboard.

Q: Which processor has ECC memory support?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the integrated graphics solutions on each chip?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 112EU.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL is $325. The Intel Core i5-14501E has no listed launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families within Intel's lineup. The Intel Core i5-14501E is built on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL is built on Meteor Lake, specifically the Meteor Lake-PS variant, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1. This is a fundamental split: the i5-14501E is a traditional Core i5 desktop part, while the 125HL carries the new Ultra branding and a different internal design.

The process nodes differ significantly. The i5-14501E uses a 10 nm process, while the 125HL uses a 7 nm process. Both are fabricated by Intel. The die size is listed only for the i5-14501E at 215 mm², with no die size recorded for the 125HL.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The i5-14501E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The 125HL has 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14501E offers more total L3, while the 125HL offers more L1 and L2 per core.

Memory support shows a split in capabilities. The i5-14501E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus. The 125HL supports DDR5, with the exact configuration depending on the motherboard, also on a dual-channel bus. The 125HL has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is listed for the i5-14501E. ECC memory is supported on the i5-14501E but not on the 125HL.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The i5-14501E provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The 125HL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This gives the i5-14501E a substantial advantage in raw PCIe bandwidth and lane count for expansion.

The sockets are incompatible. The i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the 125HL uses Intel Socket 1851. These are different physical and electrical platforms.

The integrated graphics are from different families. The i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770, a more conventional Intel graphics solution. The 125HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 112EU, which is part of Intel's Arc graphics architecture and represents a newer GPU design.

Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Both are locked parts.

The release dates differ by a few months. The 125HL was released on 2024-04-07, while the i5-14501E was released on 2024-06-30.

The Verdict

The data in the database points to two different usage profiles. The Intel Core i5-14501E is a higher-clock, lower-core-count desktop processor with a 65 W TDP, 6 cores, and a 5.20 GHz boost. It supports ECC memory, uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and offers 24 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has a 45 W TDP, 14 cores, 18 threads, and a 4.50 GHz boost, with a 7 nm process node and an 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figure.

The i5-14501E appears positioned for workloads that favor high single-core frequency and platform flexibility, given its DDR4 and DDR5 support, ECC capability, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity. The 125HL appears positioned for workloads that favor core count and efficiency, with its lower TDP, higher core count, and smaller process node.

The recorded percentiles are identical: both processors sit at the 50th percentile versus all CPUs. Neither has any benchmark scores recorded in the database, and neither has nearest rivals listed. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, with zero wins for either side. The verdict, therefore, must rest on the specification differences alone.

For a system requiring ECC memory, PCIe Gen 5, or high boost clocks, the i5-14501E is the clear choice. For a system requiring more cores, more threads, lower power draw, or the newer Arc integrated graphics, the 125HL is the clear choice. The 125HL also carries the only recorded launch MSRP of $325.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Series: Core 14th Gen (i5-14501E) versus Core Ultra Series 1 (125HL)
• Cores: 6 (i5-14501E) versus 14 (125HL)
• Threads: 12 (i5-14501E) versus 18 (125HL)
• Base Clock: 3.30 GHz (i5-14501E) versus 1.20 GHz (125HL)
• Boost Clock: 5.20 GHz (i5-14501E) versus 4.50 GHz (125HL)
• TDP: 65 W (i5-14501E) versus 45 W (125HL)
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 (i5-14501E) versus Intel Socket 1851 (125HL)
• Architecture: Raptor Lake (i5-14501E) versus Meteor Lake (125HL)
• Codename: Raptor Lake-R (i5-14501E) versus Meteor Lake-PS (125HL)
• Generation: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) (i5-14501E) versus Ultra 5 (Meteor Lake-PS) (125HL)
• Process Node: 10 nm (i5-14501E) versus 7 nm (125HL)
• Die Size: 215 mm² (i5-14501E) versus not recorded (125HL)
• L1 Cache: 80 KB per core (i5-14501E) versus 112 KB per core (125HL)
• L2 Cache: 1.25 MB per core (i5-14501E) versus 2 MB per core (125HL)
• L3 Cache: 24 MB shared (i5-14501E) versus 18 MB shared (125HL)
• Memory Support: DDR4, DDR5 (i5-14501E) versus DDR5 dependent on motherboard (125HL)
• Memory Bandwidth: not recorded (i5-14501E) versus 89.6 GB/s (125HL)
• ECC Memory: supported (i5-14501E) versus not supported (125HL)
• PCIe: Gen 5, 16 Lanes (i5-14501E) versus Gen 4, 8 Lanes (125HL)
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics 770 (i5-14501E) versus Arc Xe-LPG 112EU (125HL)
• Release Date: 2024-06-30 (i5-14501E) versus 2024-04-07 (125HL)
• Launch MSRP: not recorded (i5-14501E) versus $325 (125HL)
• Part Number: Q49HSRNJM (i5-14501E) versus SRN9D (125HL)

Fields that are the same: manufacturer (Intel), memory bus (dual-channel), market segment (Desktop), production status (Active), multiplier unlocked (false).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no recorded benchmark scores for either processor. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and both chips show zero wins. The average benchmark score for each is 0, and the percentile versus all CPUs is 50 for both.

Without benchmark data, the comparison shifts entirely to the recorded specifications. The i5-14501E shows a significant clock advantage: its base clock of 3.30 GHz is 2.10 GHz higher than the 125HL's 1.20 GHz base, and its boost clock of 5.20 GHz is 0.70 GHz higher than the 125HL's 4.50 GHz boost. The i5-14501E also has 6 MB more L3 cache (24 MB versus 18 MB) and supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the 125HL is limited to DDR5.

The 125HL counters with a core-count advantage. It has 8 more cores and 6 more threads than the i5-14501E. Its process node is smaller (7 nm versus 10 nm), its TDP is lower (45 W versus 65 W), and it has more L1 and L2 cache per core. The 125HL also records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure absent for the i5-14501E.

The PCIe comparison favors the i5-14501E strongly: Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus Gen 4 with 8 lanes. The i5-14501E also supports ECC memory, which the 125HL does not. The 125HL's integrated graphics, Arc Xe-LPG 112EU, is a different and newer graphics architecture than the UHD Graphics 770 in the i5-14501E.

The release dates are close: the 125HL came out on 2024-04-07, and the i5-14501E on 2024-06-30. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14501E wins on raw clock speed. A boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz suggests an advantage in workloads that depend on single-thread performance or low-latency response. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache gives it a larger pool of fast memory for frequently accessed data. The support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory expands the range of motherboards and memory kits that can be used. The i5-14501E also wins on platform bandwidth with PCIe Gen 5 and 16 lanes, which matters for high-throughput add-in cards. ECC memory support makes it viable for systems where data integrity is a requirement.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL wins on core and thread count. With 14 cores and 18 threads, it has more than double the cores of the i5-14501E. Its 45 W TDP is 20 W lower than the i5-14501E's 65 W TDP, indicating a more power-efficient design. The 7 nm process node is smaller than the 10 nm node of the i5-14501E. The 125HL also has more L1 and L2 cache per core, which can help per-core performance in certain access patterns. The recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s gives it a measured memory throughput figure, something the i5-14501E lacks in the database. The Arc Xe-LPG 112EU integrated graphics represents a newer graphics architecture than UHD Graphics 770.

The percentile data shows both processors at the same level, 50th percentile versus all CPUs. Without benchmark scores, the wins are entirely specification-based. The i5-14501E is the choice for a high-frequency, ECC-capable, PCIe Gen 5 desktop platform. The 125HL is the choice for a higher-core-count, lower-power platform with newer integrated graphics and a smaller process node.