Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14501E versus the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V. The head-to-head comparison table is empty, with zero recorded wins for either processor. This means the analysis must rely on the available benchmark data for the Core Ultra 7 256V and the architectural and specification differences between the two parts.

The Core Ultra 7 256V has a substantial set of recorded measurements. In Cinebench R23, it scores 10,399 in multi-core and 1,877.5 in single-core. In Geekbench, it records 8,643 multi-core and 1,990 single-core. PassMark results show a multi-thread score of 19,530 and a single-thread score of 4,029. The Core Ultra 7 256V also posts an average benchmark score of 21,112, placing it in the 75th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

The Core i5-14501E, by contrast, has no benchmark scores recorded in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and it sits at the 50th percentile. With no measured data for the i5-14501E, a numeric head-to-head comparison cannot be constructed. The only quantitative comparison available comes from the Core Ultra 7 256V's nearest rivals, which are all AMD or Intel mobile and desktop parts: the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (average score 21,133, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G (average score 21,088, delta +0.1%), the Intel Core i3-1220P (average score 21,066, delta +0.2%), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (average score 21,174, delta -0.3%). These deltas place the Core Ultra 7 256V within a very tight band around these comparable processors, roughly 0.3% below the Core Ultra 7 155U and 0.2% above the Core i3-1220P.

Because the i5-14501E lacks recorded scores, the database cannot show whether it would outpace the Core Ultra 7 256V in any specific workload. The wins tally of zero for both processors reflects this absence of direct measurement data.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 7 256V demonstrates its strengths through its recorded benchmark suite. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10,399 indicates solid performance in heavily threaded rendering tasks, while the R23 single-core result of 1,877.5 shows strong responsiveness in lightly threaded workloads. The PassMark integer math score of 43,358 and floating-point math score of 58,576 point to capable general computing and scientific workloads. Data compression at 184,985 in PassMark suggests efficient handling of archiving and storage-related tasks.

The Core i5-14501E has no benchmark data in the database, so no wins can be attributed to it from measurements. Its profile, however, includes characteristics that would likely favor certain use cases if it were tested. It offers 6 cores and 12 threads, a 5.20 GHz boost clock, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. These specifications, combined with its 65 W TDP and desktop market segment, position it for conventional desktop workloads. The database simply does not contain the measurements to confirm those expectations.

The Core Ultra 7 256V targets the mobile segment with a 17 W TDP and 8 cores with 8 threads. Its PassMark physics score of 1,595 and random string sorting score of 22,481 round out its workload coverage. The single-thread PassMark score of 4,029 and Cinebench R20 single-core score of 982 reinforce its capability in tasks that depend on single-core speed. Without i5-14501E data, any comparison of wins remains incomplete.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and designs. The Core i5-14501E uses the Raptor Lake architecture, with the codename Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. The Core Ultra 7 256V uses the Lunar Lake architecture and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2.

The manufacturing process differs significantly. The i5-14501E is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The Core Ultra 7 256V is fabricated on a 3 nm process at TSMC. This process difference is substantial and likely influences power efficiency and transistor density, though the Core Ultra 7 256V's die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache layouts diverge as well. The i5-14501E has 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 7 256V has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14501E therefore carries twice the L3 cache, while the Core Ultra 7 256V has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations.

Core and thread counts differ. The i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The Core Ultra 7 256V has 8 cores and 8 threads, with no extra threads per core. The Core Ultra 7 256V also integrates Arc 140V graphics, while the i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770.

Memory support and platform features separate the two further. The i5-14501E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with ECC support enabled. The Core Ultra 7 256V's memory support is listed as dependent on the motherboard, with ECC not supported. The i5-14501E provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 7 256V provides PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes from the CPU. The i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700 and is a desktop part, whereas the Core Ultra 7 256V uses Intel BGA 2833 and is a mobile part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specification fields. The Core i5-14501E has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 256V has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The i5-14501E runs at a 65 W TDP, while the Core Ultra 7 256V runs at a 17 W TDP.

Core counts differ: the i5-14501E has 6 cores, the Core Ultra 7 256V has 8 cores. Thread counts differ: the i5-14501E has 12 threads, the Core Ultra 7 256V has 8. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core for the i5-14501E versus 192 KB per core for the Core Ultra 7 256V. The L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the i5-14501E versus 2.5 MB per core for the Core Ultra 7 256V. The L3 cache is 24 MB shared for the i5-14501E versus 12 MB shared for the Core Ultra 7 256V.

Socket and market segment differ: the i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop systems, while the Core Ultra 7 256V uses Intel BGA 2833 for mobile systems. Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 770 for the i5-14501E versus Arc 140V for the Core Ultra 7 256V. PCIe lane counts from the CPU differ: 16 lanes for the i5-14501E versus 4 lanes for the Core Ultra 7 256V. ECC support is present on the i5-14501E and absent on the Core Ultra 7 256V. Memory support differs: DDR4 and DDR5 for the i5-14501E, with the Core Ultra 7 256V dependent on motherboard configuration. Both support dual-channel memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Release dates differ by roughly three months. The i5-14501E launched on 2024-06-30, and the Core Ultra 7 256V launched on 2024-09-23. Both are listed as Active in production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, which is higher than the Core Ultra 7 256V's boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The Core Ultra 7 256V has 8 cores and 8 threads. The Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Core i5-14501E has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, double the 12 MB shared L3 cache on the Core Ultra 7 256V.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 W. The Core Ultra 7 256V has a TDP of 17 W.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core i5-14501E supports ECC memory. The Core Ultra 7 256V does not support ECC memory.

Q: What benchmark scores does the Core Ultra 7 256V record in Cinebench R23?

A: The Core Ultra 7 256V scores 10,399 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 1,877.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

The Verdict

The recorded data in the database only supports a thorough analysis of the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V. Its average benchmark score of 21,112 places it at the 75th percentile of all CPUs, and its nearest rivals all cluster within 0.3% of its score. The Core Ultra 7 256V delivers competitive mobile performance with a 17 W TDP, 8 cores, and Arc 140V integrated graphics. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10,399 and PassMark multi-thread score of 19,530 indicate it handles demanding workloads despite its low power envelope.

The Intel Core i5-14501E has no benchmark scores in the database, so its measured performance cannot be assessed. Its specifications describe a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP, a 5.20 GHz boost clock, 6 cores with 12 threads, and 24 MB of L3 cache. It supports ECC memory and provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, features that point to workstation or server-adjacent desktop use.

For users selecting between these two parts, the decision rests on platform and workload. The Core Ultra 7 256V is the only one with measured performance data, and that data shows a capable mobile processor. The Core i5-14501E, as a desktop part with a higher boost clock and more threads, would likely serve desktop builds where ECC support and PCIe lane count matter, but the database contains no numbers to confirm its performance level. The data supports choosing the Core Ultra 7 256V for mobile systems where low power consumption and measured benchmark results are priorities. The Core i5-14501E remains a specification-only option for desktop users who need its specific platform features.