Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a one-sided comparison. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 holds every benchmark score in the database, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark results. This means the Core Ultra 5 225 wins every measurable workload category by default. For multi-threaded tasks, the Core Ultra 5 225 posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,891 points. Its single-core performance reaches 3,655 points in the same test. In older Cinebench versions, the Core Ultra 5 225 scores 6,317 in R20 multi-core and 891 in single-core, plus 2,609 in R15 multi-core and 368 in single-core.

The Core Ultra 5 225 also delivers strong results in PassMark tests. It scores 30,459 in multithread and 4,412 in single-thread. Data compression reaches 302,811, while encryption hits 22,285. Extended instructions score 27,162, and prime number finding scores 358. Floating point math reaches 92,038, integer math reaches 65,345, physics scores 2,342, and random string sorting scores 36,590.

Because the Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark entries, the database shows zero wins for that processor and all wins for the Core Ultra 5 225. The percentile data reinforces this gap: the Core Ultra 5 225 sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 5 225 is 36,938.

Looking at nearest rivals for the Core Ultra 5 225, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F scores 36,945, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 37,018, which is 0.2 percent slower. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 37,093, 0.4 percent slower. The Intel Core i9-12900T scores 37,112, 0.5 percent slower. These near-identical scores place the Core Ultra 5 225 in a tight competitive cluster.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 have more cores than the Intel Core i5-14501TE?

A: Yes. The Core Ultra 5 225 has 10 cores and 10 threads, while the Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE boosts to 5.10 GHz, which is higher than the Core Ultra 5 225's 4.90 GHz boost clock.

Q: What is the process node for each CPU?

A: The Core Ultra 5 225 uses a 3 nm process from TSMC, while the Core i5-14501TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 does not support ECC memory.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Core i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Core Ultra 5 225 has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Core i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 5 225 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for most workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has a substantial lead in every recorded benchmark, and it sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs compared to the Core i5-14501TE's 50th percentile. The Core Ultra 5 225 also has a higher core count, 10 cores versus 6, and a more advanced 3 nm process node from TSMC.

The Core i5-14501TE does offer advantages in specific areas. It has a higher boost clock at 5.10 GHz versus 4.90 GHz, more L3 cache at 24 MB versus 20 MB, and ECC memory support. It also supports DDR4 memory in addition to DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 225 only supports DDR5. The Core i5-14501TE uses the Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 225 uses the newer Intel Socket 1851.

For users who prioritize raw performance across multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads, the recorded benchmarks favor the Core Ultra 5 225 without exception. For users who need ECC memory support or prefer the older socket platform, the Core i5-14501TE remains an option, but the performance gap in the database is one-sided. The Core Ultra 5 225 also has a recorded launch MSRP of $246, while the Core i5-14501TE has no launch MSRP recorded.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 225 has 10 cores and 10 threads. Base clocks differ: 2.20 GHz for the Core i5-14501TE and 3.30 GHz for the Core Ultra 5 225. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz and 4.90 GHz, respectively. TDP values are 45 watts for the Core i5-14501TE and 65 watts for the Core Ultra 5 225.

Sockets differ as well. The Core i5-14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 225 uses Intel Socket 1851. Memory support differs: the Core i5-14501TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 225 supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 5 225 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the Core i5-14501TE has no memory bandwidth figure recorded.

ECC memory support is present on the Core i5-14501TE but absent on the Core Ultra 5 225. PCIe lanes differ: the Core i5-14501TE has Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 5 225 has Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i5-14501TE versus Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU on the Core Ultra 5 225. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates also differ: the Core i5-14501TE was released on 2024-06-30, while the Core Ultra 5 225 was released on 2025-01-06.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is significant. The Core i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. The Core Ultra 5 225 uses Arrow Lake architecture, specifically the Arrow Lake-S codename, built on a 3 nm process at TSMC. The transistor count for the Core Ultra 5 225 is 17,800 million, while the Core i5-14501TE has no recorded transistor count. Die sizes are 215 mm² for the Core i5-14501TE and 243 mm² for the Core Ultra 5 225.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Core i5-14501TE 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 5 225 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 225's larger per-core caches reflect its newer architecture, while the Core i5-14501TE's larger L3 pool comes from its older design.

The generation labels reflect this split: the Core i5-14501TE belongs to Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh), while the Core Ultra 5 225 belongs to Ultra 5 (Arrow Lake). Both are desktop market segment parts and both are in active production status. The part numbers are Q49KSRNJN for the Core i5-14501TE and SRQCZSRVF7 for the Core Ultra 5 225.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 225 wins in every benchmark category where data exists. Multi-threaded workloads show a decisive edge, with Cinebench R23 multi-core at 25,891 and PassMark multithread at 30,459. Single-threaded performance also favors the Core Ultra 5 225, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 3,655 and PassMark single-thread at 4,412. Specialized workloads like data compression (302,811), encryption (22,285), and floating point math (92,038) all go to the Core Ultra 5 225.

The Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark wins recorded, but its specifications point to areas where it could hold advantages in practice. The higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz suggests potential in lightly threaded tasks that rely on frequency. The larger 24 MB L3 cache could benefit workloads with high cache reuse. The ECC memory support makes it suitable for systems requiring error correction. The lower 45 watt TDP indicates efficiency potential, and DDR4 support provides flexibility for existing memory platforms.

For users choosing between these two, the data supports the Core Ultra 5 225 for general performance, productivity, and multi-threaded workloads. The Core i5-14501TE appeals to users with specific requirements around ECC memory, DDR4 compatibility, or the Intel Socket 1700 platform. The Core Ultra 5 225's 85th percentile ranking versus the Core i5-14501TE's 50th percentile ranking summarizes the performance gap clearly. The recorded average benchmark score of 36,938 for the Core Ultra 5 225 places it in line with the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, and Intel Core i9-12900T.