Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core Ultra 7 356H Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark data offers a clear split between these two processors, though the comparison is one-sided in terms of available measurements. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has an extensive set of benchmark results across Cinebench and Passmark tests, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the data shows the Ultra 7 356H winning every benchmark category where measurements exist, but the absence of scores for the i5-14501E leaves its performance profile largely unquantified.

For the Core Ultra 7 356H, the data reveals particular strength in multi-threaded productivity workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18,395 points positions this chip well above its nearest rivals in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41,215 placing it at the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The nearest rivals data confirms this positioning: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 41,208 (a 0% delta), the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H scores 41,263 (a -0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X scores 41,376 (a -0.4% delta). The Ultra 7 356H essentially matches these competitors, trailing the Ryzen 9 5900X by a negligible 0.4%.

Single-thread performance tells a similar story. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,040 and the Passmark single-thread score of 4,072 both indicate strong per-core capability. The Passmark integer math score of 83,111 and floating point math score of 103,128 demonstrate substantial arithmetic throughput, while the extended instructions score of 27,898 shows robust SIMD processing capabilities.

The data compression score of 336,177 in Passmark stands out as particularly high, suggesting this processor handles compression workloads with considerable efficiency. Data encryption at 26,345 and random string sorting at 40,990 round out a profile that excels across varied computational tasks. The physics score of 2,895 and find prime numbers score of 327 complete the picture of a well-rounded mobile processor.

Since the i5-14501E has no benchmark entries, the database shows zero wins for that chip and all recorded wins going to the Ultra 7 356H. The percentile ranking reinforces this gap: the i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0, while the Ultra 7 356H reaches the 87th percentile with a score of 41,215.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is substantial. The Intel Core i5-14501E uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry. The die size measures 215 mm². The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H employs Panther Lake architecture, the Panther Lake-H generation, fabricated on a 3 nm process node, also at Intel's foundry. No die size is recorded for the newer chip.

Core configurations differ markedly. The i5-14501E provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ultra 7 356H offers 16 cores and 16 threads. The thread count equality with core count on the Ultra 7 356H indicates the absence of Hyper-Threading on at least some of its cores, whereas the i5-14501E doubles its thread count through simultaneous multithreading. Clock speeds reflect different design priorities: the i5-14501E runs at a 3.30 GHz base clock with a 5.20 GHz boost, while the Ultra 7 356H operates at 1.90 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The thermal envelope differs substantially, with the desktop chip rated at 65 W TDP compared to 25 W for the mobile part.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. The i5-14501E features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 356H provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The per-core L1 and L2 figures are substantially larger on the Panther Lake chip, but the total L3 is smaller.

Memory support separates the two as well. The i5-14501E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration and includes ECC memory support. The Ultra 7 356H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, also dual-channel, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, but lacks ECC support. PCIe connectivity differs, with the i5-14501E offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and the Ultra 7 356H providing Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics represent another generational leap. The i5-14501E carries UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 7 356H features Intel Xe3 Graphics. Socket compatibility diverges completely: the desktop chip uses Intel Socket 1700, and the mobile chip uses Intel BGA 2540. Release dates place the i5-14501E at 2024-06-30 and the Ultra 7 356H at 2026-01-04.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has 16 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ultra 7 356H provides more physical cores, but the i5-14501E offers simultaneous multithreading that doubles its thread count relative to cores.

Q: How does the thermal design power compare between the two?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 W, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has a TDP of 25 W. The mobile processor consumes less than half the thermal envelope of the desktop chip.

Q: What process nodes do these processors use?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E uses a 10 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H uses a 3 nm process node. Both are fabricated by Intel.

Q: Do these processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes for the Intel Core i5-14501E, which has ECC memory support. No for the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, which does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Ultra 7 356H?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has a recorded memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. No memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel Core i5-14501E.

Q: How does the Ultra 7 356H compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ultra 7 356H scores 41,215 on average, essentially matching the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 at 41,208. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H by 0.1% (41,263) and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X by 0.4% (41,376), while leading the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H by 0.6% (40,967).

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show distinct differences across nearly every category. Core count differs by 10 cores, with the Ultra 7 356H offering 16 versus 6 on the i5-14501E. Thread counts differ by 4 threads, with the Ultra 7 356H at 16 threads and the i5-14501E at 12 threads. Base clock speeds differ by 1.40 GHz in favor of the i5-14501E (3.30 GHz versus 1.90 GHz). Boost clocks differ by 0.50 GHz, again favoring the i5-14501E at 5.20 GHz against 4.70 GHz.

TDP differs by 40 W, with the i5-14501E at 65 W and the Ultra 7 356H at 25 W. Socket types are completely different: Intel Socket 1700 for the desktop part and Intel BGA 2540 for the mobile part. Architecture names differ between Raptor Lake and Panther Lake. Process nodes differ by 7 nm, with 10 nm for the i5-14501E and 3 nm for the Ultra 7 356H.

Cache specifications show differences in every level. L1 cache per core is 80 KB versus 192 KB. L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB versus 2.5 MB. Shared L3 cache is 24 MB versus 18 MB. Memory support differs: DDR4 and DDR5 for the i5-14501E, DDR5 and LPDDR5X for the Ultra 7 356H. Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Ultra 7 356H at 115.2 GB/s. ECC support is present on the i5-14501E but absent on the Ultra 7 356H.

PCIe configurations differ in lane count: 16 lanes for the i5-14501E versus 12 lanes for the Ultra 7 356H, both Gen 5 and CPU only. Integrated graphics differ between UHD Graphics 770 and Intel Xe3 Graphics. Market segments differ between Desktop and Mobile. Release dates differ by approximately 18 months, with the i5-14501E released on 2024-06-30 and the Ultra 7 356H on 2026-01-04. Die size is recorded only for the i5-14501E at 215 mm².

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors. However, the Ultra 7 356H has 17 individual benchmark scores, while the i5-14501E has none. This asymmetry means the comparison relies entirely on the Ultra 7 356H's measured performance and its position relative to other CPUs in the database.

The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18,395 for the Ultra 7 356H represents its strongest result in the Cinebench suite. The R20 multicore score of 12,153 and R15 multicore score of 3,055 show consistent scaling across Cinebench versions. Single-core results follow the expected pattern: R23 at 2,040, R20 at 1,715, and R15 at 303.

Passmark results provide additional granularity. The multithread score of 33,978 and single-thread score of 4,072 establish the overall Passmark profile. Integer math at 83,111 and floating point math at 103,128 show the processor handling both integer and floating-point workloads effectively. The extended instructions score of 27,898 indicates strong SIMD performance. Data compression at 336,177 is the highest individual score in the entire benchmark set, while data encryption at 26,345 and random string sorting at 40,990 complete the throughput-oriented tests. The physics score of 2,895 and find prime numbers score of 327 represent the lower-scoring workloads but remain consistent with the overall profile.

The nearest rivals data provides context for these scores. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 matches the Ultra 7 356H almost exactly with a 0% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H sits marginally higher at 0.1% above. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, a desktop processor, ranks 0.4% higher. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H trails by 0.6%. These narrow deltas indicate the Ultra 7 356H sits in a tightly contested performance band.

With no benchmark scores for the i5-14501E, the database records zero wins for that processor and all wins for the Ultra 7 356H. The percentile rankings reinforce this: 87th percentile for the Ultra 7 356H versus 50th percentile for the i5-14501E. The average benchmark score of 41,215 for the Ultra 7 356H contrasts with the 0 recorded for the i5-14501E.

The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward conclusion for most workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is the only processor in this comparison with measured benchmark results, and those results place it at the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 41,215 puts it in direct competition with the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 (41,208), Intel Core Ultra 7 366H (41,263), AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (41,376), and Intel Core Ultra X7 358H (40,967). The differences among these rivals are minimal, ranging from -0.4% to +0.6%.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Ultra 7 356H delivers strong results across Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, with multicore scores of 3,055, 12,153, and 18,395 respectively. Its 16 cores and 16 threads provide the parallel throughput necessary for rendering, compilation, and scientific computing. The Passmark multithread score of 33,978 confirms this capability in a different benchmark suite.

For single-threaded workloads, the Ultra 7 356H maintains competitive performance with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2,040 and Passmark single-thread at 4,072. The 4.70 GHz boost clock supports this showing, though the i5-14501E theoretically offers a higher 5.20 GHz boost. Without recorded scores for the i5-14501E, however, the database cannot confirm whether that clock advantage translates into actual performance wins.

The i5-14501E's position at the 50th percentile with no benchmark scores leaves its performance unverified by the database. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, 65 W TDP, and desktop socket suggest a different use case entirely. The 24 MB of L3 cache and support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory indicate flexibility for desktop builders, and ECC memory support points toward workstation applications.

Users requiring immediate, verified performance data should select the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H. The recorded benchmarks demonstrate competence across both synthetic and applied workloads. Users considering the Intel Core i5-14501E should note that the database contains no performance measurements for this processor, making direct comparisons impossible with the available information.