Intel Core i7-14701E vs Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14701E delivers a comprehensive performance advantage over the Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL, based on the recorded benchmark data. The i7-14701E holds an 83rd percentile ranking across all CPUs in the database, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL sits at the 50th percentile. This 33-point percentile gap reflects a substantial overall performance disparity between the two processors.

The most direct comparison comes from the average benchmark score. The Intel Core i7-14701E records an average score of 33206, placing it in the same performance tier as AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33201, 0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (33244, -0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091, 0.3% delta), and Intel Core i7-13650HX (33089, 0.4% delta). The Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, leaving its average score at zero and preventing direct head-to-head numerical comparisons.

The i7-14701E shows its strength in Cinebench testing. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 22195, while its single-core score reaches 3133. The Cinebench R20 results show 9321 in multi-core and 1315 in single-core, and the Cinebench R15 results show 2237 in multi-core and 315 in single-core. These scores establish a consistent pattern of strong performance across rendering workloads.

PassMark results for the i7-14701E further illustrate its capabilities. The multi-thread score is 26112, and the single-thread score is 4305. In specific workload tests, the processor achieves 282939 in data compression, 14862 in data encryption, 18528 in extended instructions, 176 in prime number finding, 61873 in floating point math, 81325 in integer math, 2399 in physics, and 29158 in random string sorting. These figures demonstrate particular strength in integer-heavy and compression workloads.

The Core Ultra 5 135HL cannot be evaluated through benchmark scores because the database contains no recorded results for this processor. The analysis must therefore rely on the architectural and specification data available for both parts.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core i7-14701E for users who require established, measurable performance. Its 83rd percentile ranking, combined with a full suite of benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests, indicates a processor that delivers consistent results in demanding workloads. The Core Ultra 5 135HL, with no benchmark data and a 50th percentile ranking, cannot demonstrate comparable performance from the recorded information.

The i7-14701E belongs to Core 14th Gen with a Raptor Lake architecture, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL belongs to Core Ultra Series 1 with a Meteor Lake architecture. These represent different design generations and architectural approaches. The i7-14701E uses the Intel Socket 1700 platform, whereas the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Intel Socket 1851, meaning they are not interchangeable in a motherboard. The i7-14701E offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL provides 14 cores and 18 threads. The core and thread advantage of the Core Ultra 5 135HL suggests a design intended for parallel task distribution, but without benchmark scores, the practical impact of that configuration cannot be quantified.

The i7-14701E has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, compared to the Core Ultra 5 135HL's base clock of 1.70 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The higher clock speeds of the i7-14701E indicate an advantage in single-threaded responsiveness and workloads that scale with clock frequency. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has a lower TDP of 45 watts compared to the i7-14701E's 65 watts, which suggests lower power draw for the Ultra 5. However, the database does not include power consumption measurements to quantify this difference in real-world operation.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has an average benchmark score of 33206. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded benchmark scores, giving it an average score of 0 in the database.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E ranks in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL ranks in the 50th percentile.

Q: How do the core counts compare between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has 14 cores and 18 threads.

Q: What clock speeds does each processor offer?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these processors?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL does not support ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core i7-14701E and Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL differ across several key specifications. The i7-14701E features 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL features 14 cores and 18 threads. The i7-14701E has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 135HL has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL has a TDP of 45 watts.

The two processors use different sockets. The i7-14701E uses Intel Socket 1700, and the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses Intel Socket 1851. They also differ in their PCIe support: the i7-14701E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 5 135HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas the Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5 with capacity depending on the motherboard. Both processors use dual-channel memory buses.

The i7-14701E has an L3 cache of 33 MB shared, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL has an L3 cache of 18 MB shared. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core for the i7-14701E and 112 KB per core for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. Both processors have 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The memory bandwidth is listed as 89.6 GB/s for the Core Ultra 5 135HL, with no bandwidth figure recorded for the i7-14701E.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL includes Arc Xe-LPG 128EU. The release dates show the i7-14701E released on 2024-06-30, and the Core Ultra 5 135HL released on 2024-04-07. Neither processor has a multiplier unlocked, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP. The part numbers are Q49FSRNJK for the i7-14701E and SRN33 for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. Both processors have an active production status and target the desktop market segment.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i7-14701E is built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R, belonging to the Core 14th Gen series. The Intel Core Ultra 5 135HL is built on the Meteor Lake architecture with the codename Meteor Lake-PS, belonging to the Core Ultra Series 1. These represent different processor generations: the i7-14701E is part of Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh), while the Core Ultra 5 135HL is part of Ultra 5 (Meteor Lake-PS).

The manufacturing process differs between the two. The i7-14701E uses a 10 nm process node, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses a 7 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel. The die size is 257 mm² for the i7-14701E, with no die size recorded for the Core Ultra 5 135HL. Neither processor has a recorded transistor count, and neither includes 3D V-Cache.

The cache hierarchies differ in total capacity and per-core allocation. The i7-14701E provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 135HL provides 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 cache on the i7-14701E aligns with its desktop-oriented design, while the Core Ultra 5 135HL's larger per-core L1 cache reflects a different cache strategy.

Memory support represents another architectural distinction. The i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with ECC support enabled. The Core Ultra 5 135HL supports DDR5 with capacity depending on the motherboard and does not support ECC memory. The memory bandwidth of the Core Ultra 5 135HL is listed as 89.6 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the i7-14701E.

The process node difference is notable: the Core Ultra 5 135HL uses a smaller 7 nm node compared to the i7-14701E's 10 nm node. This architectural difference suggests the Core Ultra 5 135HL may achieve greater transistor density, though the database does not include transistor counts for either processor to confirm this.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins across every measurable benchmark category in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195, Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 9321, and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2237 establish dominance in rendering workloads. Single-core performance is equally strong, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 3133, Cinebench R20 single-core at 1315, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 315. PassMark results show the i7-14701E leading in multi-thread performance at 26112 and single-thread performance at 4305.

The i7-14701E excels in specific computational tasks. Its integer math score of 81325 and floating point math score of 61873 position it well for scientific and engineering applications. The data compression score of 282939 and random string sorting score of 29158 suggest strong performance in data processing and database workloads. The extended instructions score of 18528 indicates solid capability for SIMD and vectorized operations.

The Core Ultra 5 135HL has no recorded benchmark wins because the database contains no benchmark results for this processor. Its strengths can only be inferred from its specifications. The 14-core, 18-thread configuration provides more parallel execution resources than the i7-14701E's 8 cores and 16 threads. The lower TDP of 45 watts compared to 65 watts suggests the Core Ultra 5 135HL may operate with lower power draw, which could benefit thermally constrained environments. The smaller 7 nm process node compared to 10 nm indicates a more modern manufacturing approach. The Arc Xe-LPG 128EU integrated graphics may offer different graphical capabilities than the UHD Graphics 770, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks for either processor.

The i7-14701E presents itself as the choice for workloads requiring proven, measurable performance, particularly in multi-core rendering, integer and floating point math, and data compression. The Core Ultra 5 135HL presents itself as a newer architecture with more cores and threads, a smaller process node, and lower TDP, but its actual performance remains unquantified in the database. The i7-14701E's 83rd percentile ranking versus the Core Ultra 5 135HL's 50th percentile ranking reinforces the performance gap, though the percentile data for the Core Ultra 5 135HL reflects its lack of benchmark scores rather than measured performance.