Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Core Ultra X7 358H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear separation between these two processors, with the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H dominating the available benchmark suite. The database contains no direct head-to-head measurements for the Intel Core i5-14501TE, meaning its benchmark profile is unrecorded, while the Ultra X7 358H has a substantial set of 17 scores across Cinebench and Passmark workloads. The Ultra X7 358H posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,747 and a single-core score of 2,080. Its Cinebench R20 results are 12,011 multi-core and 1,695 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 3,027 multi-core and 301.5 single-core.

The Passmark suite adds further detail. The Ultra X7 358H reaches 33,802 in multithreaded performance and 4,124 in single-threaded performance. Data compression scores 332,508, data encryption scores 26,046, and extended instructions score 27,274. Floating point math produces 103,842, integer math produces 83,147, and prime number finding produces 337. Physics scores 3,021, while random string sorting scores 40,357.

Because the i5-14501TE has no benchmark entries in the database, the comparison is one-sided. The Ultra X7 358H carries a percentile ranking of 87 against all CPUs, while the i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Ultra X7 358H is 40,967. The i5-14501TE has an average benchmark score of zero, reflecting the absence of recorded measurements.

The nearest rivals for the Ultra X7 358H provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 averages 41,208, which is 0.6 percent higher than the Ultra X7 358H. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H averages 41,215, also 0.6 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G averages 40,718, which is 0.6 percent lower. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H averages 41,263, which is 0.7 percent higher. The Ultra X7 358H thus sits within a tight band of comparable mobile processors, slightly behind three of them and slightly ahead of one.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H is the only one of the two with recorded performance evidence, and that evidence is strong. Its 87th percentile ranking places it well above the i5-14501TE's 50th percentile. The average benchmark score of 40,967 versus zero is not a meaningful comparison, since the i5-14501TE simply has no measurements. For workloads represented by the Cinebench and Passmark suites, the Ultra X7 358H delivers verified multi-threaded and single-threaded results that align with its mobile positioning.

The i5-14501TE cannot be evaluated on performance grounds from the database. Its specifications suggest a desktop part with 6 cores and 12 threads, a 2.20 GHz base clock, and a 5.10 GHz boost clock. The Ultra X7 358H has 16 cores and 16 threads, a 1.90 GHz base clock, and a 4.80 GHz boost clock. The core count difference favors the Ultra X7 358H in multi-threaded scenarios, but the i5-14501TE's higher boost clock could favor lightly threaded workloads. No benchmark data exists to confirm that.

The verdict from the database is straightforward: the Ultra X7 358H is the validated performer, with a complete benchmark profile and a strong percentile position. The i5-14501TE is a specification-only entry. Users selecting between these two should recognize that the Ultra X7 358H has measurable results while the i5-14501TE does not. The i5-14501TE's desktop socket and higher boost clock may appeal to specific build requirements, but the performance claims cannot be substantiated from recorded data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every architectural axis. The i5-14501TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, from the Core 14th Gen series. The Ultra X7 358H uses the Panther Lake codename from the Core Ultra Series 3, with the generation labeled Ultra X7 (Panther Lake-H). The i5-14501TE is built on a 10 nm process node, while the Ultra X7 358H uses a 3 nm node. Both are fabricated by Intel.

Core configurations differ markedly. The i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The Ultra X7 358H has 16 cores and 16 threads, indicating no hyper-threading. The i5-14501TE's base clock is 2.20 GHz and boost clock is 5.10 GHz. The Ultra X7 358H's base clock is 1.90 GHz and boost clock is 4.80 GHz. The i5-14501TE has a 45 watt TDP, while the Ultra X7 358H has a 25 watt TDP.

Cache hierarchies are also distinct. The 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 Ultra X7 358H has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The i5-14501TE's total L3 is 24 MB, while the Ultra X7 358H's is 18 MB. The die size for the i5-14501TE is 215 mm², while the Ultra X7 358H has no recorded die size.

Memory support separates them further. The i5-14501TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and it supports ECC memory. The Ultra X7 358H supports only LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s, and it does not support ECC memory. The i5-14501TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

PCIe connectivity differs. The i5-14501TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Ultra X7 358H provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra X7 358H uses Arc B390. The i5-14501TE targets the desktop market segment on Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra X7 358H targets the mobile segment on Intel BGA 2540. Both processors are active in production and have locked multipliers. The i5-14501TE was released on 2024-06-30, and the Ultra X7 358H was released on 2026-01-04.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has 16 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The i5-14501TE boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Ultra X7 358H boosts to 4.80 GHz. The i5-14501TE has a 0.30 GHz higher boost clock.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The i5-14501TE has a 45 watt TDP, while the Ultra X7 358H has a 25 watt TDP. The i5-14501TE uses 20 watts more.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Ultra X7 358H does not support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The i5-14501TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The Ultra X7 358H supports LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 153.6 GB/s.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The i5-14501TE is built on a 10 nm process node, while the Ultra X7 358H is built on a 3 nm process node.

Q: How does the Ultra X7 358H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ultra X7 358H averages 40,967. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 averages 41,208, which is 0.6 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H averages 41,215, also 0.6 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G averages 40,718, which is 0.6 percent lower. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H averages 41,263, which is 0.7 percent higher.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H wins in every measurable category because it is the only processor with recorded benchmark data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,747 and single-core score of 2,080 establish a baseline for multi-threaded and lightly threaded performance. The Passmark multithreaded score of 33,802 and single-threaded score of 4,124 reinforce that position. The data compression score of 332,508 and floating point math score of 103,842 indicate strong throughput in computational workloads. The 87th percentile ranking confirms that the Ultra X7 358H sits well above the median CPU in the database.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE wins on specification-based criteria that require no benchmark verification. Its boost clock of 5.10 GHz exceeds the Ultra X7 358H's 4.80 GHz, which could translate to faster single-thread responsiveness in scenarios where clock speed dominates. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache exceeds the Ultra X7 358H's 18 MB, offering a larger cache pool for repeated data access. Its 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide more direct CPU connectivity than the Ultra X7 358H's 4 lanes. Its support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory, along with ECC memory, gives it flexibility in memory selection that the Ultra X7 358H lacks, since the latter supports only LPDDR5X without ECC.

The i5-14501TE also wins on platform integration for desktop builds. It uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket, while the Ultra X7 358H uses Intel BGA 2540, a mobile socket. The i5-14501TE's desktop market segment and 45 watt TDP suggest it is intended for systems with more substantial cooling and power delivery. The Ultra X7 358H's mobile segment and 25 watt TDP indicate a focus on power efficiency and portability.

The architectural split is clear: the Ultra X7 358H uses a 3 nm process node, 16 cores, and 192 KB of L1 cache per core, while the i5-14501TE uses a 10 nm node, 6 cores, and 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The Ultra X7 358H's smaller process node and higher core count give it a structural advantage in parallel workloads. The i5-14501TE's higher boost clock and larger L3 cache give it potential advantages in latency-sensitive or lightly threaded tasks, though no benchmark data confirms this.

For users who rely on verified performance numbers, the Ultra X7 358H is the only choice with evidence. For users who prioritize desktop compatibility, higher boost clocks, larger shared cache, ECC support, or broader memory type support, the i5-14501TE offers those traits on paper. The database cannot confirm any performance outcome for the i5-14501TE, so its wins are entirely specification-based.