Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-14501TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 sit at opposite ends of the desktop performance spectrum. The database contains a full set of benchmark results for the Core Ultra 7 265, while the Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This absence of data for the 14501TE means the head-to-head comparison is one-sided: the Core Ultra 7 265 is the only chip with measurable results across all tested workloads.

The Core Ultra 7 265 posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,216, which places it at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its single-core R23 result of 5,960 confirms strong per-thread performance as well. The i5-14501TE, with six cores and twelve threads, would logically target a much lower multi-threaded ceiling, but no score exists to quantify that gap directly.

In PassMark workloads, the Core Ultra 7 265 shows a wide spread of results. Its multi-thread score of 49,682 and single-thread score of 4,689 illustrate a balanced design. Data compression reaches 522,983, while data encryption hits 40,456. Floating point math scores 172,776, and integer math scores 134,773. The chip also delivers 41,478 in extended instructions and 63,833 in random string sorting. Physics simulation records 2,923, and prime number finding returns 418.

The lack of any benchmark entries for the i5-14501TE means the database cannot compute wins per workload. The wins counter shows 0 for the i5-14501TE and 0 for the Core Ultra 7 265, because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty. This is a data limitation, not a performance verdict. What the recorded data does show is that the Core Ultra 7 265 is a capable performer in every measured category, from single-threaded tasks to heavily parallel workloads.

Where Each One Wins

Without recorded benchmarks for the i5-14501TE, the use-case split relies on the architectural and specification data available for both chips. The Core Ultra 7 265 clearly targets multi-threaded and mixed workloads. Its 20 cores and 20 threads, combined with a 30 MB shared L3 cache, position it for rendering, compilation, and heavy productivity tasks. The PassMark multi-thread score of 49,682 and the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 42,216 reinforce that positioning.

The i5-14501TE, by contrast, offers six cores and twelve threads with a 24 MB shared L3 cache. Its boost clock of 5.10 GHz is close to the Core Ultra 7 265's 5.30 GHz, so single-threaded responsiveness may be similar in lightly threaded applications. The 45 W TDP suggests the i5-14501TE is designed for power-conscious builds where lower sustained heat matters more than raw multi-core throughput.

The Core Ultra 7 265 also supports DDR5 memory with a recorded bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The newer chip's memory bandwidth advantage is a clear win for memory-sensitive workloads such as large data sets, virtual machines, or high-refresh gaming with fast RAM. The i5-14501TE's ECC memory support is a feature the Core Ultra 7 265 lacks, which makes the older chip more suitable for error-tolerant computing environments like NAS builds or light server duties.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design generations. The i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake architecture on the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process node. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arrow Lake architecture on the Arrow Lake-S codename, fabricated on a 3 nm node by TSMC. The transistor count tells the story: the Core Ultra 7 265 packs 17,800 million transistors across a 243 mm² die, while the i5-14501TE has no recorded transistor count but uses a 215 mm² die.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. The i5-14501TE provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Core Ultra 7 265 more than doubles the per-core L1 to 192 KB and the per-core L2 to 3 MB, with 30 MB of shared L3. This larger cache allocation per core helps the newer chip feed its higher core count and maintain better performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

The integrated graphics also differ. The i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU. The Arc-branded solution indicates a newer graphics architecture, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded for either chip. PCIe support differs as well: the i5-14501TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 7 265 provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes. More CPU-attached lanes benefit storage and expansion configurations on the newer platform.

The Core Ultra 7 265 supports only DDR5 memory, while the i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. ECC memory is supported on the i5-14501TE but not on the Core Ultra 7 265. The newer chip uses a different socket, Intel Socket 1851, compared to the i5-14501TE's Intel Socket 1700, which means platform upgrades require a new motherboard.

Specification Differences

The two CPUs differ in almost every major specification category. Core count: 6 versus 20. Thread count: 12 versus 20. Base clock: 2.20 GHz versus 2.40 GHz. Boost clock: 5.10 GHz versus 5.30 GHz. TDP: 45 W versus 65 W. Process node: 10 nm versus 3 nm. Foundry: Intel versus TSMC. Die size: 215 mm² versus 243 mm². L1 cache per core: 80 KB versus 192 KB. L2 cache per core: 1.25 MB versus 3 MB. L3 cache shared: 24 MB versus 30 MB.

Memory support: DDR4 and DDR5 versus DDR5 only. Memory bandwidth: not recorded for the i5-14501TE versus 102.4 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 265. ECC memory: supported on the i5-14501TE, not supported on the Core Ultra 7 265. PCIe: Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus Gen 5 with 20 lanes. Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 770 versus Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU. Socket: Intel Socket 1700 versus Intel Socket 1851. Release date: June 30, 2024 versus January 6, 2025.

The Core Ultra 7 265 has a recorded launch MSRP of $394. The i5-14501TE has no launch MSRP in the database. Both processors have locked multipliers, so neither offers overclocking via multiplier adjustment. The i5-14501TE carries part number Q49KSRNJN, while the Core Ultra 7 265 carries SRQCX.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Does the Core Ultra 7 265 support ECC memory?

A: No. ECC memory support is listed only for the i5-14501TE. The Core Ultra 7 265 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the boost clock of each processor?

A: The i5-14501TE boosts up to 5.10 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 265 boosts up to 5.30 GHz.

Q: Which CPU has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265 has 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each CPU support?

A: The i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Core Ultra 7 265 supports DDR5 only.

Q: Do both CPUs use the same socket?

A: No. The i5-14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses Intel Socket 1851.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 as the stronger processor for demanding workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,216, PassMark multi-thread score of 49,682, and 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs confirm a high-performance part. The 20-core, 20-thread configuration with 30 MB of L3 cache and 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth makes it suitable for rendering, content creation, and heavy parallel processing.

The i5-14501TE is a lower-power alternative with a 45 W TDP, six cores, and twelve threads. Its 5.10 GHz boost clock is close to the Core Ultra 7 265's 5.30 GHz, which suggests competitive single-threaded behavior in lightly loaded scenarios. The ECC memory support and DDR4 compatibility give it a role in stable, error-checked systems where the newer chip's DDR5-only requirement would be a limitation.

The Core Ultra 7 265 is built on a 3 nm process by TSMC with 17,800 million transistors, while the i5-14501TE uses Intel's 10 nm process. The newer architecture delivers larger per-core L1 and L2 caches and a wider 20-lane Gen 5 PCIe link from the CPU. The i5-14501TE offers a smaller 16-lane Gen 5 link and a previous-generation integrated GPU, UHD Graphics 770.

For users who prioritize multi-core throughput and memory bandwidth, the Core Ultra 7 265 is the clear choice based on the measured results. For users who need ECC memory support, lower power draw, or the flexibility of DDR4, the i5-14501TE remains a distinct option despite lacking recorded benchmark scores. The launch MSRP for the Core Ultra 7 265 is $394, and it was released on January 6, 2025. The i5-14501TE has no recorded launch MSRP and was released on June 30, 2024.