Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance gap between the Intel Core i5-14501E and the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus holds benchmark scores across every recorded workload, while the Core i5-14501E has no benchmark entries in the database. This absence of measurements for the i5-14501E means the comparison relies entirely on the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus's recorded results and the architectural specifications of both processors.

The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 30,867, a figure that places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its single-core Cinebench R23 result reaches 2,261 points. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 18,442 and single-core is 2,603. The Cinebench R15 results show 4,640 multi-core and 328 single-core. These scores confirm strong performance in both threaded and lightly threaded workloads.

PassMark results for the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus further characterize its capabilities. The multi-thread score is 51,596, while single-thread performance registers 4,757 points. Data compression reaches 568,721, data encryption scores 42,144, and extended instructions hit 44,565. Integer math delivers 125,091, floating-point math reaches 162,692, and find prime numbers scores 486. Random string sorting completes at 69,090, and physics processing scores 3,494.

The database's average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is 66,855. Its nearest rival, the AMD EPYC 4465P, averages 66,925, a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Xeon 6515P averages 67,006, a -0.2% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX averages 67,469, a -0.9% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus averages 66,159, which is 1.1% ahead of the 250K Plus. These narrow margins indicate the 250K Plus sits at parity with its closest competitors, within roughly one percent in either direction.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is the only one of the two processors with measured performance data. The Core i5-14501E has no benchmark scores recorded, no nearest rivals listed, and a percentile rank of 50, which places it exactly at the median of all CPUs in the database. In contrast, the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus holds a 93rd percentile rank and an average benchmark score of 66,855.

For workloads that depend on multi-threaded throughput, the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is the clear choice based on its 18 cores and 18 threads. For applications that favor single-thread speed, its 5.30 GHz boost clock and 4,757 PassMark single-thread score indicate strong performance. The Core i5-14501E offers 6 cores and 12 threads with a 5.20 GHz boost clock, but without benchmark results, its measured standing cannot be established.

The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus also carries a launch MSRP of $199, and it has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The Core i5-14501E has a locked multiplier and no launch MSRP recorded. Buyers seeking a processor with verified performance data, higher core counts, and overclocking flexibility should select the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus. The Core i5-14501E may suit systems where lower TDP and DDR4 compatibility are priorities, but its performance profile remains unmeasured in this database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations. The Core i5-14501E uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. Its process node is 10 nm, fabricated by Intel. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus uses the Arrow Lake Refresh codename, belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, and is built on a 3 nm process node by TSMC. The manufacturing difference is substantial: Intel's 10 nm node versus TSMC's 3 nm node.

Transistor counts also differ. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus integrates 17,800 million transistors on a die size of 243 mm². The Core i5-14501E has no transistor count recorded in the database, but its die size is 215 mm². The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus uses a larger die with a much denser transistor count.

Core topology differs significantly. The Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has 18 cores and 18 threads, meaning no hyper-threading across its core layout. The cache hierarchy reflects this difference. The Core i5-14501E provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus offers 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. Each level of cache is larger on the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The socket changes from Intel Socket 1700 on the i5-14501E to Intel Socket 1851 on the 250K Plus. PCIe lanes also increase: the i5-14501E offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the 250K Plus provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts provide the most immediate distinction. The Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has 18 cores and 18 threads. Base clocks differ: 3.30 GHz for the i5-14501E versus 4.20 GHz for the 250K Plus. Boost clocks are closer, with 5.20 GHz on the i5-14501E and 5.30 GHz on the 250K Plus. TDP ratings diverge sharply, with 65 W for the i5-14501E and 125 W for the 250K Plus.

Memory support differs. The Core i5-14501E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The 250K Plus has a recorded memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, while the i5-14501E has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both processors support ECC memory.

The production status is Active for both. Release dates differ significantly: the Core i5-14501E launched on 2024-06-30, while the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus launched on 2026-03-10. The multiplier is unlocked on the 250K Plus and locked on the i5-14501E. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has a launch MSRP of $199; the i5-14501E has no launch MSRP recorded.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has 18 cores and 18 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has an average benchmark score of 66,855. The Core i5-14501E has an average benchmark score of 0 in the database, with no recorded benchmarks.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Core i5-14501E and the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 W, while the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has a TDP of 125 W.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Core i5-14501E supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus supports DDR5 only.

Q: Is the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus overclockable?

A: Yes, the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus has an unlocked multiplier. The Core i5-14501E has a locked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus wins in every workload category with recorded data. Its 18 cores and 18 threads give it a decisive advantage in multi-threaded applications. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 30,867 and PassMark multi-thread at 51,596 confirm this strength. Data compression scores of 568,721 and integer math at 125,091 further support its suitability for heavily threaded tasks such as rendering, encoding, and scientific computing.

Single-thread performance also favors the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4,757 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,261 demonstrate strong per-core capability. The 5.30 GHz boost clock and 3 nm process node contribute to this result. Applications that rely on single-thread speed, such as older games or lightly threaded productivity software, will benefit from this processor.

The Core i5-14501E has no benchmark scores in the database, so no measured wins can be attributed to it. Its specifications do suggest certain strengths. The 65 W TDP makes it a lower-power option compared to the 125 W Core Ultra 5 250K Plus. The i5-14501E supports DDR4 memory, which may matter in systems that already use DDR4 modules. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with a 5.20 GHz boost clock, indicate it can handle moderately threaded workloads, though the database lacks measurements to confirm this.

The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus also wins on connectivity and graphics. Its 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes exceed the 16 lanes on the i5-14501E. Its Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU integrated GPU is a newer generation than the UHD Graphics 770 in the i5-14501E. The 250K Plus records a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, a figure the i5-14501E does not have in the database.

The percentile ranking summarizes the gap. The Core Ultra 5 250K Plus sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Core i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile. The nearest rivals to the 250K Plus, including the AMD EPYC 4465P and Intel Xeon 6515P, all fall within a one percent delta, indicating the 250K Plus competes at a high tier. The i5-14501E has no nearest rivals listed, leaving its competitive position undefined.

For users who prioritize verified performance, the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is the only choice with data. For users who prioritize lower power consumption and DDR4 compatibility, the Core i5-14501E offers those features, though its actual performance remains unmeasured.