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

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14701E is the clear performance leader in this comparison, with the recorded data showing it holds the 83rd percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Core Ultra 7 165UL sits at the 50th percentile, and with no benchmark entries recorded for it, the performance gap is entirely one-sided. The i7-14701E delivers a complete set of measured scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and PassMark tests, while the Ultra 7 165UL has no recorded benchmark results at all in the database.

The Core i7-14701E is the choice for any workload where raw processing throughput matters. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, paired with a 5.40 GHz boost clock, produce an average benchmark score of 33206. The Core Ultra 7 165UL, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 because no measurements exist for it. The Ultra 7 165UL does offer 12 cores and 14 threads, but its 1.70 GHz base clock and 4.90 GHz boost clock indicate a design favoring efficiency over speed. The data supports selecting the i7-14701E for compute-heavy tasks, while the Ultra 7 165UL may suit low-power or embedded scenarios where its 15 W TDP matters more than raw performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and use different process nodes. The Core i7-14701E belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R, and is built on a 10 nm process. The Core Ultra 7 165UL belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1, uses Meteor Lake architecture with the codename Meteor Lake-PS, and is built on a 7 nm process. Both are fabricated by Intel, but the Ultra 7 165UL uses a smaller process node.

Core configurations differ significantly. The i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, all presumably performance-oriented, given the 2.60 GHz base clock and 5.40 GHz boost clock. The Ultra 7 165UL has 12 cores and 14 threads, which suggests a mix of performance and efficiency cores, since 12 cores with 14 threads implies some cores do not have hyper-threading. The Ultra 7 165UL operates at a 1.70 GHz base clock and 4.90 GHz boost clock, substantially lower than the i7-14701E in both metrics.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. The i7-14701E provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The Ultra 7 165UL provides 112 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and only 12 MB shared L3. The smaller L3 on the Ultra 7 165UL may limit its ability to keep frequently accessed data close to the cores.

The i7-14701E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 7 165UL uses Intel Socket 1851. Memory support differs: the i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 7 165UL supports DDR5 only, with the database noting that compatibility depends on the motherboard. The i7-14701E supports ECC memory, while the Ultra 7 165UL does not. PCIe capability also differs: the i7-14701E offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Ultra 7 165UL offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 7 165UL has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while no memory bandwidth figure exists for the i7-14701E.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 7 165UL uses Arc Xe-LPG 64EU. The die size for the i7-14701E is 257 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Ultra 7 165UL.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark section in the database contains no entries, so no direct comparison scores exist between the two processors. However, the i7-14701E has a full set of standalone benchmark results, while the Ultra 7 165UL has none. This means every recorded performance figure belongs to the i7-14701E.

In Cinebench R15, the i7-14701E scores 2237 in multi-core and 315 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 9321 in multi-core and 1315 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22195 in multi-core and 3133 in single-core. These scores indicate strong multi-threaded performance, which aligns with its 16 threads and 5.40 GHz boost clock.

PassMark results for the i7-14701E show a broad workload coverage. It scores 282939 in data compression, 14862 in data encryption, 18528 in extended instructions, 176 in find prime numbers, 61873 in floating point math, 81325 in integer math, 26112 in multithread, 2399 in physics, 29158 in random string sorting, and 4305 in both single-thread tests. The average benchmark score across all tests is 33206.

The nearest rivals for the i7-14701E provide context for its performance. AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, a delta of 0 percent, meaning the i7-14701E is effectively tied with it. AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS scores 33244, a delta of -0.1 percent, meaning the i7-14701E trails it by 0.1 percent. AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091, a delta of 0.3 percent, meaning the i7-14701E leads it by 0.3 percent. Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089, a delta of 0.4 percent, meaning the i7-14701E leads it by 0.4 percent. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating the i7-14701E sits in a tightly contested performance band among these mobile and desktop processors.

For the Ultra 7 165UL, no benchmark scores exist, and no nearest rivals are listed. The percentile ranking of 50 places it in the middle of the database, but without recorded measurements, no specific performance conclusions can be drawn from benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL has 12 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The i7-14701E has more threads despite fewer cores.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL has a TDP of 15.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E is in the 83rd percentile. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL is in the 50th percentile.

Q: Does the Core Ultra 7 165UL have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the database contains no benchmark entries for the Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL. Its average benchmark score is 0, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has an average benchmark score of 33206.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins in every measurable performance category because it is the only processor with recorded benchmark data. Its 16 threads, 5.40 GHz boost clock, and 33 MB L3 cache position it for multi-threaded workloads like rendering, compilation, and data processing. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and the PassMark multithread score of 26112 confirm strong parallel throughput. Single-thread performance is also solid, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3133 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4305.

The i7-14701E also offers platform advantages. Its Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes provides higher bandwidth for expansion cards and storage compared to the Ultra 7 165UL's Gen 4 with 8 lanes. ECC memory support makes it suitable for reliability-sensitive environments. The 65 TDP is higher than the Ultra 7 165UL's 15, but it enables the higher clock speeds and performance scores recorded in the database.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 165UL wins in power efficiency by specification. Its 15 TDP is one quarter of the i7-14701E's 65, making it better suited for thermally constrained or low-power deployments. The 7 nm process node is smaller than the 10 nm node of the i7-14701E, which may contribute to lower power draw. The Ultra 7 165UL also has 12 cores, which exceeds the i7-14701E's 8 cores, and its 112 KB L1 per core is larger than the i7-14701E's 80 KB per core. Its Arc Xe-LPG 64EU integrated graphics may offer different visual capabilities than the UHD Graphics 770, though no benchmark data confirms either.

The Ultra 7 165UL carries a launch MSRP of $447, which is the only pricing information in the database for either processor. No such figure exists for the i7-14701E.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the specifications where the two processors differ, based on the recorded data.

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

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

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 14 |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 65 | 15 |

| 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) |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

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

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

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

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

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG 64EU |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $447 |

| Part Number | Q49FSRNJK | SRN95 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 33206 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 83 | 50 |

Both processors share a dual-channel memory bus, 2 MB L2 per core, Intel as the manufacturer, desktop market segment, active production status, and a locked multiplier. Neither has a recorded transistor count or v-cache. The i7-14701E has 16 PCIe lanes versus the Ultra 7 165UL's 8 lanes, and the i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 while the Ultra 7 165UL supports DDR5 only. The release dates place the Ultra 7 165UL earlier in 2024, with the i7-14701E arriving later in June of the same year.