Intel Core i5-14600T vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

The Intel Core i5-14600T and Intel Core i9-14901TE are both 14th Generation desktop processors from Intel, built on the Raptor Lake architecture and using the same Intel Socket 1700. Despite sharing a family name, the two chips are configured very differently. The i5-14600T is a mainstream 14-core part with a 35 W TDP, while the i9-14901TE is an 8-core embedded-oriented variant with a 45 W TDP. Benchmark data for the i5-14600T is extensive, whereas the i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This absence of data shapes the entire comparison.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries between the Intel Core i5-14600T and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The head-to-head section is empty, and the win counters for both processors are zero. Consequently, there are no direct score comparisons, no deltas, and no recorded victories for either part in a side-by-side test.

What does exist is a full benchmark suite for the i5-14600T. It posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 and a single-core score of 3169. In Cinebench R20, the chip scores 9427 multi-core and 1330 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 run shows 2262 multi-core and 319 single-core. Geekbench results are 12840 multi-core and 2559 single-core.

The Passmark suite adds more detail. The i5-14600T scores 26409 in multithread, 3744 in single-thread (the database lists two identical single-thread entries, both 3744), 95112 in integer math, 64726 in floating point math, 18226 in data encryption, 301827 in data compression, 16985 in extended instructions, 34310 in random string sorting, 1873 in physics, and 121 in find prime numbers.

For the i9-14901TE, the benchmark array is empty. There are no Cinebench, Geekbench, or Passmark scores recorded. The average benchmark score is 0, and the percentile versus all CPUs is 50. Without any measured data, the i9-14901TE cannot be compared numerically on any of these tests. The only quantitative statements possible are that the i5-14600T has recorded scores across all those tests, while the i9-14901TE has none in the database.

The i5-14600T carries an average benchmark score of 32707 and sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with an average score of 32697 and a delta of 0 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F at 32750 with a delta of -0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 at 32662 with a delta of 0.1 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H at 32812 with a delta of -0.3 percent. These deltas indicate that the i5-14600T performs essentially at parity with those four chips, within a range of roughly 0.3 percent. The i9-14901TE has no nearest rivals listed.

Architecture Differences

Both processors use the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and are fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node. The die size is identical at 257 mm², and the foundry is Intel for both. Each core has 80 KB of L1 cache and 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache differs: the i5-14600T has 24 MB shared, while the i9-14901TE has 36 MB shared.

Core and thread counts diverge sharply. The i5-14600T provides 14 cores and 20 threads. The i9-14901TE provides 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also differ. The i5-14600T has a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The i9-14901TE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The i9-14901TE starts from a higher base clock and reaches a higher boost clock despite having fewer cores.

Power envelopes are distinct. The i5-14600T has a TDP of 35 W, while the i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 W. Both parts are locked, with the multiplier unlocked flag set to false. Neither processor supports overclocking through an unlocked multiplier.

Memory support is the same on paper: both accept DDR4 and DDR5, both use a dual-channel memory bus, and both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is identical as well, with Gen 5 and 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are the same UHD Graphics 770 on both chips. The market segment for both is Desktop, and the production status for both is Active.

Release dates differ. The i5-14600T was released on 2024-01-07, while the i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30. The part numbers are also different: the i5-14600T uses SRN46, while the i9-14901TE uses Q49CSRNJJ. The i5-14600T has a launch MSRP of $255. The i9-14901TE has no launch MSRP listed in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600T has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The i5-14600T provides more physical cores and more threads.

Q: What are the boost clock differences?

A: The i9-14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the i5-14600T boosts to 5.10 GHz. The i9-14901TE also has a higher base clock at 2.30 GHz compared to 1.80 GHz for the i5-14600T.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the i5-14600T and the i9-14901TE have ECC memory support enabled in the database. Both also support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i5-14600T has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The i9-14901TE has 12 MB more L3 cache.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores recorded for the i9-14901TE?

A: No, the database lists an empty benchmark array for the i9-14901TE. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no percentile rank beyond the baseline 50th percentile. The i5-14600T, by contrast, has a full set of Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark scores.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: The i5-14600T has a TDP of 35 W. The i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 W. The i5-14600T is rated for a lower power draw.

Q: When was each processor released?

A: The i5-14600T was released on 2024-01-07. The i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30. The i5-14600T came to market earlier.

Q: Do both processors use the same socket?

A: Yes, both use Intel Socket 1700. They also share the same Raptor Lake architecture, the same 10 nm process node, and the same 257 mm² die size.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear asymmetry in available information. The i5-14600T is a fully measured processor with an average benchmark score of 32707, a 83rd percentile ranking, and a comprehensive set of scores across multiple test suites. The i9-14901TE has no benchmark data at all, placing it at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0.

For anyone selecting between these two based on the database, the i5-14600T is the only part with recorded performance evidence. It demonstrates strong multi-threaded capability with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22447 and a Passmark multithread score of 26409. Its single-thread results are likewise solid, with a Geekbench single-core score of 2559 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3744.

The i9-14901TE cannot be evaluated on performance grounds because no measurements exist. Its higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz and larger 36 MB L3 cache suggest potential for single-thread and cache-sensitive workloads, but those are specifications, not measured outcomes. The i5-14600T's 14 cores versus 8 cores in the i9-14901TE indicates a multi-threaded advantage for the i5, but again, only the i5 has scores to confirm it.

The i5-14600T also has a defined launch MSRP of $255, while the i9-14901TE has no launch MSRP listed. The i5-14600T was released earlier, in January 2024, versus June 2024 for the i9-14901TE.

Given the recorded data, the i5-14600T is the only processor with demonstrated performance and a verified market position. The i9-14901TE remains an unmeasured part, and any claims about its speed would rely solely on its clock and cache specifications, which the database does not validate with scores.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 14 (i5-14600T) versus 8 (i9-14901TE)
• Threads: 20 (i5-14600T) versus 16 (i9-14901TE)
• Base Clock: 1.80 GHz (i5-14600T) versus 2.30 GHz (i9-14901TE)
• Boost Clock: 5.10 GHz (i5-14600T) versus 5.50 GHz (i9-14901TE)
• TDP: 35 W (i5-14600T) versus 45 W (i9-14901TE)
• L3 Cache: 24 MB shared (i5-14600T) versus 36 MB shared (i9-14901TE)
• Release Date: 2024-01-07 (i5-14600T) versus 2024-06-30 (i9-14901TE)
• Launch MSRP: $255 (i5-14600T) versus null (i9-14901TE)
• Part Number: SRN46 (i5-14600T) versus Q49CSRNJJ (i9-14901TE)
• Generation Label: Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) versus Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Percentile vs All CPUs: 83 (i5-14600T) versus 50 (i9-14901TE)
• Average Benchmark Score: 32707 (i5-14600T) versus 0 (i9-14901TE)
• Nearest Rivals: Four listed for i5-14600T, none for i9-14901TE

Identical specifications include the Intel Socket 1700, Raptor Lake architecture, Raptor Lake-R codename, 10 nm process node, 257 mm² die size, 80 KB L1 cache per core, 2 MB L2 cache per core, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, UHD Graphics 770, Desktop market segment, Active production status, locked multiplier, and Intel as the foundry and manufacturer.

Where Each One Wins

Based strictly on recorded data, the i5-14600T wins in every measurable category because it is the only part with benchmark scores. It has a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 22447 and a single-core score of 3169, both of which are concrete performance indicators. Its Passmark physics score of 1873 and integer math score of 95112 further establish computational capability. The i5-14600T also holds the 83rd percentile ranking versus all CPUs, which places it above the majority of processors in the database.

The i9-14901TE wins only in specification comparisons where its listed values are higher. It has a higher base clock of 2.30 GHz versus 1.80 GHz, a higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus 5.10 GHz, and a larger L3 cache of 36 MB versus 24 MB. These specifications could favor workloads that are sensitive to raw clock speed or cache capacity, but the database contains no tests to confirm such an advantage.

The i5-14600T also holds advantages in core count, thread count, and power efficiency. With 14 cores and 20 threads, it offers more parallel execution resources. Its 35 W TDP is lower than the 45 W TDP of the i9-14901TE, indicating a smaller thermal envelope. The i5-14600T has a release date earlier in the year and a defined launch MSRP of $255, while the i9-14901TE lacks a launch MSRP.

For single-threaded tasks, the i9-14901TE's higher clock speeds are the only data-driven reason to consider it, but no benchmark scores back that up. For multi-threaded workloads, the i5-14600T's core advantage is supported by its extensive benchmark results. The i5-14600T is the only processor in this comparison with demonstrated performance, making it the clear choice for any workload that relies on measured output. The i9-14901TE remains a specification-only part with no recorded wins.