Intel Core i7-14701E vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265T Comparison

The Intel Core i7-14701E and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265T occupy different tiers of the desktop processor market, and the benchmark data shows a clear hierarchy. The Core Ultra 7 265T dominates nearly every measured workload, winning 16 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Core i7-14701E manages a single victory, and that win is marginal. The average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 7 265T is 47697, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The Core i7-14701E records an average score of 33206, which sits in the 83rd percentile. The performance gap between the two is substantial, but the specific nature of that gap varies depending on the workload.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 7 265T is the outright winner in rendering, encryption, compression, and most mathematical workloads. Its Cinebench results are consistently about 29.7% higher than the Core i7-14701E across R15, R20, and R23 tests, both in single-core and multi-core runs. For example, Cinebench R23 multi-core scores show 31558 for the Core Ultra 7 265T versus 22195 for the Core i7-14701E. Single-core Cinebench R23 results are 4455 versus 3133. This indicates the Core Ultra 7 265T delivers superior performance in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded rendering tasks.

The Core Ultra 7 265T also wins decisively in encryption and mathematical operations. PassMark data encryption scores are 29687 versus 14862, a 49.9% lead. Floating point math shows the largest margin: 129817 versus 61873, a 52.3% advantage. Prime number finding results are 322 versus 176, a 45.3% edge. These are not small differences; they represent roughly double the throughput in some cases.

The Core i7-14701E wins only one test: PassMark physics. Its score is 2399 versus 2391 for the Core Ultra 7 265T, a 0.3% margin. This is effectively a statistical tie, but it is the sole recorded head-to-head victory for the older processor. The physics test measures a specific simulation workload where the Core i7-14701E's architecture manages to edge ahead, but the margin is negligible.

In single-threaded PassMark testing, the Core Ultra 7 265T wins with 4338 versus 4305, a 0.8% lead. This is far narrower than the Cinebench single-core margins, suggesting the two processors have similar peak single-core capability in some contexts, while the Core Ultra 7 265T pulls ahead more significantly in others.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and use fundamentally different designs. The Core i7-14701E is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, using a 10 nm process node from Intel. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, relying on Hyper-Threading to double thread count. The die size is 257 mm². The Core Ultra 7 265T uses Arrow Lake architecture, specifically Arrow Lake-S, fabricated on a 3 nm node by TSMC. It has 20 cores and 20 threads, meaning no Hyper-Threading; each core provides a single thread. The transistor count is 17,800 million, and the die size is 243 mm². The smaller die with more cores and a denser process node explains part of the performance advantage.

Cache configurations also differ. The Core i7-14701E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 265T has 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. While the Core Ultra 7 265T has less total L3, its larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations support the higher core count.

Memory support diverges as well. The Core i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core Ultra 7 265T supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 7 265T lists a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s; the Core i7-14701E does not have a recorded bandwidth figure in the data. ECC memory support is present on the Core i7-14701E but absent on the Core Ultra 7 265T.

The integrated graphics differ. The Core i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The PCIe configuration shows the Core Ultra 7 265T providing Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, versus 16 lanes on the Core i7-14701E. Sockets are different: the Core i7-14701E uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses Intel Socket 1851. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates show the Core i7-14701E launching on 2024-06-30 and the Core Ultra 7 265T launching on 2025-01-06. The Core Ultra 7 265T has a launch MSRP of $384. The Core i7-14701E has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite provides the clearest picture of the performance delta. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Core Ultra 7 265T scores 3180 versus 2237, a 29.7% advantage. R15 single-core shows 449 versus 315, also a 29.8% lead. R20 multi-core results are 13254 versus 9321, a 29.7% gap. R20 single-core is 1871 versus 1315, another 29.7% difference. R23 multi-core is 31558 versus 22195, and R23 single-core is 4455 versus 3133. The consistency of the 29.7% margin across all six Cinebench tests suggests a uniform architectural advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

PassMark data compression shows the Core Ultra 7 265T at 370158 versus 282939, a 23.6% lead. Data encryption is 29687 versus 14862, a 49.9% lead. Extended instructions score 28609 versus 18528, a 35.2% lead. Prime number finding is 322 versus 176, a 45.3% lead. Floating point math is 129817 versus 61873, a 52.3% lead. Integer math is 104943 versus 81325, a 22.5% lead. Multi-threaded PassMark is 37084 versus 26112, a 29.6% lead. Random string sorting is 44400 versus 29158, a 34.3% lead.

The largest single margin is in floating point math at 52.3%. The smallest margin outside the physics test is single-thread PassMark at 0.8%. The encryption test shows a 49.9% gap, which is nearly double the performance. These results indicate that the Core Ultra 7 265T has a particular strength in floating point and encryption workloads, likely tied to its newer architecture and higher core count.

The physics test is the only reversal. The Core i7-14701E scores 2399 versus 2391, a 0.3% win. This is within noise, but it is the only recorded case where the older processor outperforms the newer one.

The nearest rivals for each processor provide context. The Core i7-14701E sits near the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H with an average score of 33201 and a 0% delta, the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 33244 with a -0.1% delta, the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX at 33091 with a 0.3% delta, and the Intel Core i7-13650HX at 33089 with a 0.4% delta. The Core Ultra 7 265T sits near the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945 at 47527 with a 0.4% delta, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D at 47908 with a -0.4% delta, the AMD Ryzen 9 3900 at 47918 with a -0.5% delta, and the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H at 47468 with a 0.5% delta. The Core Ultra 7 265T competes with higher-end desktop and mobile processors, while the Core i7-14701E aligns with mid-range mobile and desktop parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher multi-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265T scores 31558 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core i7-14701E scores 22195. This gives the Core Ultra 7 265T a 29.7% lead.

Q: Is the Core i7-14701E faster in any benchmark?

A: Yes. The Core i7-14701E wins the PassMark physics test with a score of 2399 versus 2391 for the Core Ultra 7 265T, a 0.3% margin.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 7 265T has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Core Ultra 7 265T does not use Hyper-Threading, while the Core i7-14701E does.

Q: How much faster is the Core Ultra 7 265T in encryption?

A: PassMark data encryption scores are 29687 for the Core Ultra 7 265T versus 14862 for the Core i7-14701E, a 49.9% advantage.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Core Ultra 7 265T supports only DDR5.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Core Ultra 7 265T?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265T is $384.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields. The Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265T has 20 cores and 20 threads. Base clock speeds are 2.60 GHz for the Core i7-14701E and 1.50 GHz for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Boost clock speeds are 5.40 GHz versus 5.30 GHz. Thermal design power is 65 watts for the Core i7-14701E and 35 watts for the Core Ultra 7 265T.

The sockets differ: Intel Socket 1700 for the Core i7-14701E and Intel Socket 1851 for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Architecture is Raptor Lake for the Core i7-14701E and Arrow Lake for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Process nodes are 10 nm for the Core i7-14701E and 3 nm for the Core Ultra 7 265T. The foundry is Intel for the Core i7-14701E and TSMC for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Transistor count is 17,800 million for the Core Ultra 7 265T; no transistor count is recorded for the Core i7-14701E. Die sizes are 257 mm² for the Core i7-14701E and 243 mm² for the Core Ultra 7 265T.

Cache configurations differ: L1 is 80 KB per core for the Core i7-14701E versus 192 KB per core for the Core Ultra 7 265T. L2 is 2 MB per core versus 3 MB per core. L3 is 33 MB shared versus 30 MB shared. Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 for the Core i7-14701E versus DDR5 only for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Memory bandwidth is listed as 102.4 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 265T; no figure is recorded for the Core i7-14701E. ECC memory support is true for the Core i7-14701E and false for the Core Ultra 7 265T. PCIe lanes are 16 for the Core i7-14701E and 20 for the Core Ultra 7 265T, both Gen 5. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770 for the Core i7-14701E and Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU for the Core Ultra 7 265T. Release dates are 2024-06-30 for the Core i7-14701E and 2025-01-06 for the Core Ultra 7 265T.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for most workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265T delivers a decisive performance advantage across rendering, encryption, compression, and mathematical tasks. Its 20 cores and 20 threads, combined with a newer 3 nm process node, produce consistently higher scores. The 29.7% lead in every Cinebench test and the 52.3% lead in floating point math indicate that any rendering or compute-heavy workload will favor the Core Ultra 7 265T.

The Core i7-14701E is not without merit. It wins the physics test by a narrow 0.3% margin, and its 65 watt TDP is higher than the 35 watt TDP of the Core Ultra 7 265T. The Core i7-14701E also supports DDR4 memory and ECC, which may matter for specific system configurations. Its 8 cores and 16 threads are sufficient for many tasks, and its boost clock of 5.40 GHz is slightly higher than the 5.30 GHz of the Core Ultra 7 265T.

However, the average benchmark score of 47697 for the Core Ultra 7 265T versus 33206 for the Core i7-14701E represents a 43.7% overall advantage. The percentile ranks reinforce this: 90th percentile versus 83rd percentile. For users prioritizing raw performance, the Core Ultra 7 265T is the superior processor. The Core i7-14701E serves a narrower role, suited to systems requiring DDR4 compatibility, ECC memory, or a lower core count with Hyper-Threading. The data does not support a balanced comparison; the Core Ultra 7 265T wins almost every measurable test, and the one exception is a statistical tie.