Intel Core i5-14501E vs Intel Core Ultra 7 366H Comparison

# The Verdict

The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H is the decisive winner in this comparison. The recorded data shows the mobile processor holds an 87th percentile rank across all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile. The benchmark scores for the Core Ultra 7 366H are comprehensive and consistently strong across both single-threaded and multithreaded workloads. The Core i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, meaning its actual performance cannot be quantified from the available measurements. The Core Ultra 7 366H delivers a clear performance advantage in every measurable category.

The Core i5-14501E targets desktop users who require a conventional socketed processor with DDR4 memory support, ECC memory capability, and a mature platform. The Core Ultra 7 366H targets mobile users who need high performance in a low-power envelope. The 25 watt TDP of the Core Ultra 7 366H is substantially lower than the 65 watt TDP of the Core i5-14501E, which makes the mobile chip the sensible selection for battery-powered or thermally constrained systems. The desktop chip remains the logical choice for users building a desktop system with the Intel Socket 1700 platform, particularly those who need ECC memory support or DDR4 compatibility.

For users who prioritize raw performance, the Core Ultra 7 366H is the only option with recorded data, and that data places it close to high-end desktop processors like the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X. The average benchmark score of 41263 puts the Core Ultra 7 366H within 0.3 percent of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, a well-established high-performance desktop part. The Core i5-14501E lacks any benchmark entries, so no performance verdict can be drawn from the database for that processor.

# Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families and target completely different market segments. The Intel Core i5-14501E uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The processor is a desktop part with 6 cores and 12 threads, supporting simultaneous multithreading. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H uses the Panther Lake architecture, built on Intel's 3 nm process node, and is a mobile part with 16 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 7 366H does not support simultaneous multithreading, as indicated by the equal core and thread counts.

The core configurations differ substantially. The Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 7 366H provides 10 additional physical cores, but the Core i5-14501E provides 12 threads from its 6 cores. The cache hierarchy also differs. The Core 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 366H has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 366H has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, while the Core i5-14501E has a larger shared L3 cache.

The process node difference is significant. The Core Ultra 7 366H uses a 3 nm process, which represents a substantial advancement over the 10 nm process used by the Core i5-14501E. The die size of the Core i5-14501E is recorded as 215 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Core Ultra 7 366H. Both processors are manufactured by Intel.

Clock speeds differ considerably. The Core i5-14501E has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 366H has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Core i5-14501E has a higher base clock by 1.30 GHz and a higher boost clock by 0.40 GHz. Despite the clock speed disadvantage, the Core Ultra 7 366H compensates through its larger core count and newer architecture.

Memory support diverges as well. The Core i5-14501E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core Ultra 7 366H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 7 366H has a recorded memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, while no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Core i5-14501E. The Core i5-14501E supports ECC memory, while the Core Ultra 7 366H does not.

The integrated graphics differ. The Core i5-14501E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 366H uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. Both processors support PCIe Gen 5, but the Core i5-14501E provides 16 lanes while the Core Ultra 7 366H provides 12 lanes.

The socket and form factor differences are fundamental. The Core i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700 and is a desktop processor. The Core Ultra 7 366H uses Intel BGA 2540 and is a mobile processor. The Core Ultra 7 366H was released on 2026-01-04, while the Core i5-14501E was released on 2024-06-30. Both processors are currently active in production.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has 16 cores, while the Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores. The Core Ultra 7 366H also has 16 threads, while the Core i5-14501E has 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, which is 0.40 GHz higher than the 4.80 GHz boost clock of the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H.

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H does not support ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-14501E does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E uses a 10 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H uses a 3 nm process node.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has an average benchmark score of 41263. The Intel Core i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has a TDP of 25 watts.

# Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification. The Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The base clock of the Core i5-14501E is 3.30 GHz, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has a base clock of 2.00 GHz. The boost clock of the Core i5-14501E is 5.20 GHz, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The TDP of the Core i5-14501E is 65 watts, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has a TDP of 25 watts.

The sockets are different: the Core i5-14501E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 366H uses Intel BGA 2540. The architectures are different: Raptor Lake for the Core i5-14501E, Panther Lake for the Core Ultra 7 366H. The process nodes are different: 10 nm for the Core i5-14501E, 3 nm for the Core Ultra 7 366H. The die size of the Core i5-14501E is 215 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Core Ultra 7 366H.

The cache configurations differ. The Core 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 366H has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs: DDR4 and DDR5 for the Core i5-14501E, DDR5 and LPDDR5X for the Core Ultra 7 366H. The memory bandwidth is 115.2 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 366H, with no figure recorded for the Core i5-14501E. ECC memory support is present on the Core i5-14501E but absent on the Core Ultra 7 366H. PCIe lane counts differ: 16 lanes for the Core i5-14501E, 12 lanes for the Core Ultra 7 366H, both Gen 5.

Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 770 for the Core i5-14501E, Intel Xe3 Graphics for the Core Ultra 7 366H. The market segments differ: desktop for the Core i5-14501E, mobile for the Core Ultra 7 366H. Release dates differ: 2024-06-30 for the Core i5-14501E, 2026-01-04 for the Core Ultra 7 366H. The Core Ultra 7 366H has a percentile rank of 87 and an average benchmark score of 41263, while the Core i5-14501E has a percentile rank of 50 and an average benchmark score of 0. The Core i5-14501E has a part number of Q49HSRNJM, while the Core Ultra 7 366H has a part number of SA4R9Q9EL.

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries comparing the two processors. However, the Core Ultra 7 366H has a full set of recorded benchmark scores, while the Core i5-14501E has none. This absence of data for the Core i5-14501E means all performance comparisons must rely on the Core Ultra 7 366H's recorded measurements and its position relative to other processors.

The Core Ultra 7 366H achieves a Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2870 and a single-core score of 405. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 11960 and the single-core score is 1688. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score is 28477 and the single-core score is 4020. These scores indicate strong performance in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads.

PassMark results for the Core Ultra 7 366H cover a broad range of workloads. The multithread score is 33429, and the single-thread score is 4043. The integer math score is 83695, and the floating point math score is 103615. Data compression scores 327455, data encryption scores 25845, and extended instructions score 26901. The find prime numbers test scores 326, random string sorting scores 39814, and physics scores 2880.

The nearest rivals to the Core Ultra 7 366H provide context for its performance. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has an average score of 41215, which is 0.1 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 also has an average score of 41208, 0.1 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has an average score of 41376, which is 0.3 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has an average score of 40967, 0.7 percent lower. These narrow margins place the Core Ultra 7 366H in a tightly contested performance band around the 41200 to 41400 average score range.

The Core Ultra 7 366H sits just 0.3 percent behind the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, a desktop processor with a well-established reputation for high multithreaded performance. This proximity is notable because the Core Ultra 7 366H operates at a 25 watt TDP, while desktop processors of comparable performance generally consume significantly more power. The 0.1 percent lead over the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 indicates that the Core Ultra 7 366H is competitive within its immediate product family and against AMD's recent mobile offerings.

# Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H wins in every category where recorded data exists. Its average benchmark score of 41263 places it at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, a strong position. The Cinebench scores confirm balanced performance across both single-core and multicore workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28477 is particularly strong for a mobile processor with a 25 watt TDP. The PassMark single-thread score of 4043 indicates that the processor handles lightly threaded applications well, while the multithread score of 33429 confirms robust performance in heavily threaded workloads.

The Core Ultra 7 366H also wins on architectural efficiency. The 3 nm process node represents a significant manufacturing advantage over the 10 nm node of the Core i5-14501E. The larger per-core L1 cache of 192 KB and L2 cache of 2.5 MB contribute to the processor's ability to feed its 16 cores efficiently. The memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s provides ample data throughput for the mobile platform.

The Core i5-14501E wins in specific platform-level categories that are not directly related to benchmark performance. The processor supports ECC memory, which the Core Ultra 7 366H does not. This makes the Core i5-14501E suitable for systems where data integrity is critical. The DDR4 memory support allows the Core i5-14501E to be installed in systems using older or more economical memory. The Intel Socket 1700 platform provides a socketed form factor, which offers upgradeability and serviceability that the BGA 2540 socket of the Core Ultra 7 366H cannot match, since BGA processors are soldered to the motherboard.

The Core i5-14501E has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz and a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz, which gives it a clock speed advantage. The larger shared L3 cache of 24 MB exceeds the 18 MB shared L3 cache of the Core Ultra 7 366H. The desktop form factor allows for more robust cooling solutions, which can help maintain sustained performance. The 65 watt TDP, while higher than the mobile part, is modest for a desktop processor.

For users building a desktop system on the Intel Socket 1700 platform, the Core i5-14501E offers a conventional socketed processor with DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, ECC memory capability, 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and UHD Graphics 770. For users seeking a mobile processor with high performance and low power consumption, the Core Ultra 7 366H delivers substantial compute capability with its 16 cores, 16 threads, Intel Xe3 Graphics, and 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, all within a 25 watt TDP envelope. The recorded performance data strongly favors the Core Ultra 7 366H, while the Core i5-14501E provides platform features that matter for specific desktop use cases.