Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do their boost clock speeds compare?

A: The i5-14501TE boosts up to 5.10 GHz, while the i7-14701TE boosts slightly higher at 5.20 GHz. Base clocks are 2.20 GHz for the i5 and 2.10 GHz for the i7.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity on each chip?

A: The i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. Per-core L2 cache also differs: 1.25 MB per core on the i5 versus 2 MB per core on the i7.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel mode, and both support ECC memory. Both also use PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The i7-14701TE ranks at the 78th percentile among all CPUs, while the i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile. The i7 also has an average benchmark score of 26013, while the i5 has no recorded benchmark scores.

Q: Are these processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both have locked multipliers, meaning they are not unlocked for overclocking.

Architecture Differences

Both processors belong to Intel's Core 14th Gen series, use the Raptor Lake architecture, and are built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The codename for both is Raptor Lake-R. They share the same Intel Socket 1700, the same integrated UHD Graphics 770, and identical memory support (DDR4, DDR5, dual-channel, ECC). They also share the same 45 W TDP and the same production status: Active, with a release date of 2024-06-30.

The fundamental architectural difference lies in the silicon itself. The i5-14501TE has a die size of 215 mm², while the i7-14701TE has a larger die at 257 mm². This larger die accommodates two additional cores and four additional threads: the i7 has 8 cores and 16 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads on the i5. The cache hierarchy scales accordingly. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. However, L2 cache jumps from 1.25 MB per core on the i5 to 2 MB per core on the i7, and shared L3 cache grows from 24 MB to 33 MB. That represents a 37.5% increase in L3 capacity and a 60% increase in per-core L2 cache.

Clock behavior also differs. The i7 has a lower base clock (2.10 GHz versus 2.20 GHz) but a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 5.10 GHz). This suggests the i7 is tuned to sustain higher peak frequencies when fewer cores are active, while the i5 starts at a slightly higher idle frequency. Both are locked parts, so no multiplier adjustment is possible. The larger cache and extra cores on the i7 indicate a design aimed at heavier multi-threaded workloads, while the i5's slightly higher base clock hints at modest single-thread responsiveness at low load.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The i7-14701TE holds the 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 26013, while the i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores recorded and sits at the 50th percentile. For workloads that scale with core count and cache capacity, the i7 is the stronger choice. Its 8 cores, 16 threads, 33 MB L3 cache, and larger L2 per core provide a structural advantage in multi-threaded tasks such as rendering, compilation, and data processing.

The i5-14501TE is not without merit. Its lower core count and smaller cache mean it will draw less silicon area and likely produce less heat under sustained load, though the TDP is identical at 45 W. The i5 also has a slightly higher base clock, which can help in lightly threaded tasks that do not reach boost frequencies. However, the i7's higher boost clock and larger cache give it an edge even in single-threaded scenarios. For any user choosing between these two, the data indicates the i7 delivers substantially more compute capability for the same power envelope, provided the workload can use the extra cores. For purely single-threaded or lightly threaded tasks, the difference is smaller, but the i7 still holds the boost clock advantage.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the Intel Core i5-14501TE and the Intel Core i7-14701TE:

• Cores: 6 (i5) versus 8 (i7)
• Threads: 12 (i5) versus 16 (i7)
• Base Clock: 2.20 GHz (i5) versus 2.10 GHz (i7)
• Boost Clock: 5.10 GHz (i5) versus 5.20 GHz (i7)
• Die Size: 215 mm² (i5) versus 257 mm² (i7)
• L2 Cache: 1.25 MB per core (i5) versus 2 MB per core (i7)
• L3 Cache: 24 MB shared (i5) versus 33 MB shared (i7)
• Part Number: Q49KSRNJN (i5) versus Q49GSRNJL (i7)
• Percentile Vs All CPUs: 50 (i5) versus 78 (i7)
• Average Benchmark Score: 0 (i5) versus 26013 (i7)

All other recorded specifications are identical: socket, architecture, process node, foundry, memory support, memory bus, ECC support, PCIe configuration, integrated graphics, market segment, production status, release date, TDP, and multiplier lock status.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors. However, the i7-14701TE has a full set of recorded benchmark scores, while the i5-14501TE has none. This asymmetry is itself a finding: the i5 has either not been tested or not yet reported in the database, whereas the i7 has been characterized across Cinebench and Passmark workloads.

For the i7-14701TE, the recorded scores provide a baseline for interpreting its percentile ranking. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1716 in multi-core and 242 in single-core. In R20, the multi-core score jumps to 7154 and single-core to 1010. In R23, multi-core reaches 17035 and single-core 2405. These numbers show a strong multi-threaded performance profile, consistent with its 8-core, 16-thread configuration.

Passmark results for the i7 further detail its strengths. Data compression scores 220520, data encryption scores 11699, and extended instructions score 14354. Integer math reaches 65792, floating point math 50219, and prime number finding 143. Multithread score is 20042, physics is 1860, and random string sorting is 22760. Single-thread performance is recorded at 2637 on both Passmark single-thread tests.

The i5-14501TE has no such scores, so no direct delta can be calculated. The nearest rivals for the i7 provide context: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 scores 25981 with a delta of +0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS scores 26106 with a delta of -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 25880 with a delta of +0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187 with a delta of -0.7%. These deltas show the i7 is essentially tied with those mobile and low-power desktop parts, sitting within one percentage point of each. This suggests the i7's performance class is comparable to those AMD Ryzen 5 and Ryzen AI 5 parts, despite having a different core architecture.

Since the i5 has no benchmark scores, the head-to-head comparison relies on specification analysis. The i7's extra two cores and four threads provide a theoretical 33% increase in core count and 33% increase in thread count over the i5. The L3 cache increase from 24 MB to 33 MB is a 37.5% improvement, and the per-core L2 doubling from 1.25 MB to 2 MB is a 60% improvement. The boost clock advantage of 0.10 GHz favors the i7. The only specification favoring the i5 is the base clock, which is 0.10 GHz higher.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the i7-14701TE wins in every measured category where a score exists. Its benchmark suite covers multi-threaded rendering (Cinebench R15, R20, R23), integer and floating point math, data compression and encryption, prime number finding, physics simulation, and random string sorting. All of these favor the i7's larger core count and cache. The i7 also wins in single-threaded tests, as its 5.20 GHz boost clock and 33 MB L3 cache provide a higher peak frequency and more cache to keep frequently accessed data close to the cores.

The i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores, so there is no empirical evidence of a workload where it outperforms the i7. However, its higher base clock of 2.20 GHz could theoretically benefit scenarios where the processor runs at base frequency for extended periods, such as thermally constrained environments or workloads that do not trigger boost algorithms. Its smaller die size of 215 mm² versus 257 mm² may also result in lower production cost, though no pricing data is available. For workloads that are lightly threaded and do not require large caches, the i5's 6 cores and 12 threads may be sufficient, but the i7 still offers a higher boost clock and larger L3, so even in those scenarios the i7 holds an advantage on paper.

The i7's nearest rivals all fall within a narrow band around its average score, with deltas ranging from -0.7% to +0.5%. This indicates the i7 is competitively positioned against AMD's Ryzen 5 and Ryzen AI 5 parts in the same performance class. The i5, lacking any benchmark data, cannot be positioned in the same way. The data suggests that for any application where multi-threading matters, the i7 is the clear choice. For applications that are purely single-threaded and latency-sensitive, the i7's higher boost clock still gives it the edge, though the margin is likely smaller than in multi-core workloads. The i5's only potential advantage lies in its lower base clock power draw at idle, but the TDP is identical for both parts, so that advantage is not reflected in the recorded specifications.