Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 245 Comparison

Intel Core i5-14501TE and Intel Core Ultra 5 245 represent two distinct approaches from Intel: a refined version of the older Raptor Lake design against a new Arrow Lake architecture on a different manufacturing process. The database contains no benchmark scores for the i5-14501TE, so the analysis below relies entirely on the recorded measurements for the Core Ultra 5 245 and its listed rivals, while the i5-14501TE is assessed only by its architectural specifications.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 5 245 is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark results in the database, and those results place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. This indicates a strong overall performer. Its average benchmark score of 48,995 puts it within a narrow band of its nearest rivals: it trails the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G by 0.4% (49,196) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 by 0.5% (49,228), while leading the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H by 0.6% (48,698) and the Intel Core i5-14600K by 0.8% (48,618). This positions the Core Ultra 5 245 as a mid-high tier desktop processor, competitive with both AMD's mainstream offerings and Intel's previous-generation high-end parts.

For the i5-14501TE, the absence of benchmark data means no direct wins can be recorded. However, its specifications suggest a different area of strength: a 45 TDP against the Core Ultra 5 245's 65 TDP, combined with support for DDR4 memory, indicates a focus on lower-power and legacy-compatible builds. The i5-14501TE uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, while the Core Ultra 5 245 requires Intel Socket 1851. Therefore, the i5-14501TE wins in the context of upgrading or building on the older, widely-available LGA1700 platform with DDR4 support. The Core Ultra 5 245 wins in raw performance, given its benchmark scores and higher core count.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake (Raptor Lake-R codename) on a 10 nm process fabricated by Intel. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, which indicates Hyper-Threading support. Its cache layout is 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is 215 mm².

The Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arrow Lake (Arrow Lake-S codename) on a 3 nm process fabricated by TSMC. It has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning no Hyper-Threading on this design. It has 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and the same 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is larger at 243 mm², and the transistor count is recorded at 17,800 million. The Core Ultra 5 245 also features a higher memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i5-14501TE's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. Both support ECC memory, but the i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 5 245 supports only DDR5.

The integrated graphics differ significantly: the i5-14501TE has UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 245 has Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. PCIe support also differs, with the i5-14501TE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and the Core Ultra 5 245 offering Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Core Ultra 5 245 has a launch MSRP of $270. The i5-14501TE has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain any head-to-head benchmark results between the i5-14501TE and the Core Ultra 5 245. For the Core Ultra 5 245, the recorded data shows strong multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23, it scores 32,924 in multicore and 4,648 in singlecore. In Cinebench R20, it scores 13,828 in multicore and 1,952 in singlecore. The Cinebench R15 results are 3,318 multicore and 468 singlecore.

PassMark results for the Core Ultra 5 245 show a multi-thread score of 38,706 and a single-thread score of 4,394. Specific workload tests include data compression at 400,942, data encryption at 30,236, extended instructions at 33,304, finding prime numbers at 365, floating point math at 120,548, integer math at 91,187, physics at 2,569, and random string sorting at 49,140.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 5 245's average score of 48,995 is nearly identical to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (49,196) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (49,228), differing by only 0.4% and 0.5% respectively. It edges out the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H (48,698) by 0.6% and the Intel Core i5-14600K (48,618) by 0.8%. These small deltas indicate that the Core Ultra 5 245 is positioned squarely in a competitive performance tier, with no single rival having a decisive advantage in the aggregate benchmark scores. The i5-14501TE has no recorded scores, so no comparative walkthrough of its performance is possible from the data.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-14501TE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 have ECC memory support listed as true.

Q: What is the difference in memory support?

A: The i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core Ultra 5 245 supports only DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the manufacturing process for each chip?

A: The i5-14501TE is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel. The Core Ultra 5 245 is fabricated on a 3 nm process at TSMC.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 245 compare to the Intel Core i5-14600K in average benchmark score?

A: The Core Ultra 5 245 has an average benchmark score of 48,995, which is 0.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14600K's average score of 48,618.

Q: What are the boost clocks of the two processors?

A: Both the Intel Core i5-14501TE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245 have a maximum boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance leader in the Intel Core Ultra 5 245. Its 90th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 48,995, which is competitive with or better than several established high-end CPUs like the Intel Core i5-14600K, establish it as a capable desktop processor. Its 14 cores and higher base clock of 3.50 GHz, compared to the i5-14501TE's 6 cores and 2.20 GHz base clock, suggest substantially higher throughput in multi-threaded workloads, though direct benchmark comparisons are not available in the database.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE, with its 45 TDP and support for both DDR4 and DDR5, appears designed for efficiency and platform flexibility. Its lower power envelope and compatibility with Intel Socket 1700 motherboards make it a sensible choice for users who already own that platform or who prioritize lower power consumption over raw performance. It also supports ECC memory, as does the Core Ultra 5 245.

For a user building a new high-performance system, the Core Ultra 5 245 is the obvious pick based on its benchmark results and modern 3 nm process. For a user upgrading an existing LGA1700 system or building a low-power machine with DDR4 memory, the i5-14501TE is the more suitable option. The choice hinges on platform preference and power targets, not on measured performance, since only the Core Ultra 5 245 has recorded scores in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14501TE | Intel Core Ultra 5 245 |

|----------------|------------------------|------------------------|

| Series | Core 14th Gen | Core Ultra Series 2 |

| Cores | 6 | 14 |

| Threads | 12 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.20 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Arrow Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | 243 mm² |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 102.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2025-01-06 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $270 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |