Intel Core i7-14701E vs Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL tops out at 5.00 GHz. The i7-14701E holds a 0.40 GHz advantage in maximum frequency.

Q: How do the core counts differ between these two processors?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL has 16 cores and 22 threads, whereas the Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Ultra 7 has double the core count but only 6 additional threads.

Q: What is the difference in their L3 cache capacities?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL has 24 MB. The i7-14701E provides 9 MB more L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL supports DDR5, with the specification noting that support depends on the motherboard.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP rating?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts, compared to 45 watts for the Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL. The i7-14701E has a 20-watt higher thermal design power.

Q: What are the PCIe capabilities of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from distinctly different Intel design families. The Intel Core i7-14701E is built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and represents the Core 14th Gen series. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL is based on Meteor Lake, specifically the Meteor Lake-PS variant, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1. These architectural foundations lead to substantial differences in how each chip is constructed.

The manufacturing process differs notably. The i7-14701E uses a 10 nm process node, while the Ultra 7 165HL uses a 7 nm process node. This smaller process node gives the Ultra 7 a potential density and efficiency advantage, though the i7-14701E compensates with a larger die size of 257 mm². The Ultra 7 165HL has no recorded die size in the database.

Core configuration reveals a fundamental design split. The i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, suggesting a conventional layout with hyper-threading. The Ultra 7 165HL has 16 cores and 22 threads, which indicates a hybrid architecture with different core types. The thread count of 22 for 16 cores confirms that not all cores support simultaneous multi-threading, a characteristic of Meteor Lake's heterogeneous design.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The i7-14701E provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, with 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 165HL offers 112 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, but only 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The per-core L1 advantage belongs to the Ultra 7, while the total L3 advantage belongs to the i7-14701E.

Memory support diverges as well. The i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving it broader compatibility with existing platforms. The Ultra 7 165HL supports DDR5 only, with the added caveat that support depends on the motherboard. The Ultra 7 does have a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i7-14701E has no such figure in the database.

The socket interfaces are incompatible. The i7-14701E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 7 165HL uses Intel Socket 1851. This means the two processors cannot be swapped into the same motherboard. The integrated graphics also differ: the i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 7 165HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 128EU.

Release timing places the Ultra 7 165HL first, with a release date of 2024-04-07, followed by the i7-14701E on 2024-06-30. Both processors are listed as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear split between the two processors in terms of benchmark presence. The Intel Core i7-14701E has a comprehensive set of 17 benchmark scores, covering Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, plus PassMark tests for various workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, with an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

The i7-14701E achieves an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 33206. Its nearest rivals in the database are all AMD or Intel mobile and desktop parts: the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (avg score 33201, delta 0%), AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (avg score 33244, delta -0.1%), AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (avg score 33091, delta 0.3%), and Intel Core i7-13650HX (avg score 33089, delta 0.4%). This places the i7-14701E in a tight cluster where the performance differences among these five processors are within 0.5% of each other.

The Ultra 7 165HL, lacking recorded benchmark data, cannot be positioned against the i7-14701E in direct performance terms. The data indicates that the i7-14701E is the only one of the two with measurable performance evidence. For users who require validated benchmark results, the i7-14701E is the only option with supporting data. The Ultra 7 165HL offers a higher core count, lower TDP, and newer process node, but its absence from the benchmark database means its real-world performance cannot be verified through these measurements.

The launch MSRP of the Ultra 7 165HL is $459, while the i7-14701E has no launch MSRP recorded. Both processors target the desktop market segment and are currently active in production.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14701E | Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL |

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

| Series | Core 14th Gen | Core Ultra Series 1 |

| Cores | 8 | 16 |

| Threads | 16 | 22 |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Meteor Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Meteor Lake-PS |

| Generation | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Ultra 7 (Meteor Lake-PS) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 112 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 (depends on motherboard) |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | True | False |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG 128EU |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $459 |

| Part Number | Q49FSRNJK | SRN32 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The headToHeadBenchmarks field is empty, and the win counts for both processors are zero. This means there is no direct comparative measurement where both chips ran the same test under the same conditions.

The i7-14701E does have standalone benchmark scores that can be interpreted against its nearest rivals. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 22195, and in single-core it scores 3133. The Cinebench R20 results show 9321 multicore and 1315 single-core. Cinebench R15 results are 2237 multicore and 315 single-core.

PassMark results for the i7-14701E include data compression at 282939, data encryption at 14862, extended instructions at 18528, find prime numbers at 176, floating point math at 61873, integer math at 81325, multithread at 26112, physics at 2399, random string sorting at 29158, and single thread at 4305.

The nearest rival comparison shows the i7-14701E is effectively tied with its closest competitors. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is 0% different in average score, meaning the two chips are essentially identical in aggregate performance. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS is 0.1% ahead, the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is 0.3% behind, and the Intel Core i7-13650HX is 0.4% behind. These deltas are so small that they fall within normal benchmark variance.

Because the Ultra 7 165HL has no recorded benchmark scores, its performance relative to the i7-14701E cannot be quantified from the database. The only observable differences come from the specification sheet, which shows the Ultra 7 with more cores, a lower base clock, a lower boost clock, and a lower TDP.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins in every category where the database contains measurable data. It has a higher boost clock at 5.40 GHz versus 5.00 GHz, a higher base clock at 2.60 GHz versus 1.40 GHz, and a larger L3 cache at 33 MB versus 24 MB. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas the Ultra 7 165HL is limited to DDR5. The i7-14701E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, compared to Gen 4 with 8 lanes on the Ultra 7. ECC memory support is present on the i7-14701E but absent on the Ultra 7.

The i7-14701E also holds the benchmark presence advantage. Its average benchmark score of 33206 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Ultra 7 165HL sits in the 50th percentile with an average score of 0 due to missing data. All 17 recorded benchmarks for the i7-14701E provide evidence of its capabilities across rendering, encryption, compression, and mathematical workloads.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165HL wins in core count and thread count, offering 16 cores and 22 threads versus 8 cores and 16 threads. It has a lower TDP at 45 watts versus 65 watts, which suggests lower power consumption. The Ultra 7 uses a smaller 7 nm process node compared to 10 nm, and it has a larger L1 cache per core at 112 KB versus 80 KB. It also has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which the i7-14701E lacks. The integrated graphics differ, with the Ultra 7 featuring Arc Xe-LPG 128EU compared to UHD Graphics 770 on the i7-14701E.

The Ultra 7 165HL has the earlier release date of 2024-04-07, while the i7-14701E arrived later on 2024-06-30. Both use different sockets, so the choice of processor dictates the motherboard platform. The Ultra 7 has a launch MSRP of $459, while the i7-14701E has no recorded launch price.

For workloads that depend on raw clock speed, single-thread performance, and larger shared cache, the i7-14701E has the specification advantage. For workloads that scale with core count, such as heavily parallel rendering or compilation, the Ultra 7 165HL has the structural advantage with 16 cores, though its performance remains unverified in the database.