Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and Intel Core i9-14901KE share the same core and thread configuration, but the benchmark data reveals a clear performance hierarchy. The i7-14701TE has 17 recorded benchmark scores, while the i9-14901KE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, meaning a direct head-to-head comparison is only possible using the architectural specifications and the i7's measured performance data.

The i7-14701TE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17035 and a single-core score of 2405. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7154 multi-core and 1010 single-core. The Cinebench R15 results are 1716 multi-core and 242 single-core. These scores place the i7-14701TE at the 78th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 26013.

Looking at the nearest rivals for the i7-14701TE, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 posts an average score of 25981, which is 0.1% behind the i7. The AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS scores 26106, putting it 0.4% ahead. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 25880, which is 0.5% behind, and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187, leading by 0.7%. These tight margins indicate the i7-14701TE sits in a competitive performance band, but the i9-14901KE's lack of recorded data means no direct score comparison is possible.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701TE demonstrates its strengths across multiple PassMark workloads. It scores 220520 in data compression, 11699 in data encryption, 14354 in extended instructions, and 143 in find prime numbers. Floating point math reaches 50219, integer math hits 65792, and multithread performance scores 20042. Physics testing produces 1860, random string sorting scores 22760, and single-thread performance is 2637.

The i9-14901KE has no benchmark scores recorded, so its performance profile cannot be assessed from measured data. However, its specifications indicate advantages in clock speed, cache size, and power envelope. The i9 has a base clock of 3.80 GHz versus 2.10 GHz for the i7, and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz versus 5.20 GHz. This clock advantage should translate to higher single-threaded performance in workloads that rely on raw clock speed, but without recorded scores, this remains a specification-based projection rather than a measured result.

For multi-threaded workloads, the i7-14701TE's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17035 and PassMark multithread score of 20042 establish a solid baseline. The i9's higher base clock of 3.80 GHz compared to 2.10 GHz suggests it would sustain higher all-core throughput, but the 125 W TDP versus 45 W TDP indicates the i9 consumes more power to achieve that performance. The database contains no measurements for the i9, so any advantage it holds is inferred from its clock and cache specifications rather than confirmed by test results.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry. Both use a 257 mm² die size and feature 8 cores with 16 threads. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core and L2 cache is 2 MB per core for both chips.

The L3 cache differs: the i7-14701TE has 33 MB shared L3 cache, while the i9-14901KE has 36 MB shared L3 cache. This 3 MB difference gives the i9 a larger last-level cache, which can improve performance in workloads that benefit from larger working sets residing on-chip.

Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel memory bus, and both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is identical at Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are the same UHD Graphics 770 for both.

The production status is Active for both, and both were released on the same date, 2024-06-30. The market segment is Desktop for both, and both use the Intel Socket 1700.

The key architectural difference beyond L3 cache is the multiplier unlock status. The i7-14701TE has a locked multiplier, while the i9-14901KE has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking on the i9. The TDP also differs significantly: 45 W for the i7 versus 125 W for the i9, indicating different power delivery and thermal design targets.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count for both processors?

A: Both the Intel Core i7-14701TE and Intel Core i9-14901KE have 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the clock speeds compare between the two?

A: The i7-14701TE has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The i9-14901KE has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i9-14901KE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus, and both support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The i7-14701TE has a TDP of 45 W, while the i9-14901KE has a TDP of 125 W.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the i7-14701TE has a locked multiplier, while the i9-14901KE has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14701TE | Intel Core i9-14901KE |

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

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 125 W |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | Q49GSRNJL | Q49DSRNJC |

| Average Benchmark Score | 26013 | 0 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 78 | 50 |

The Verdict

The database shows the Intel Core i7-14701TE as a fully measured processor with a robust set of benchmark results, sitting at the 78th percentile among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 26013 places it in close competition with several AMD Ryzen 5 and Ryzen AI 5 parts, with deltas ranging from 0.7% behind to 0.5% ahead.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE has no recorded benchmark scores and an average benchmark score of 0, placing it at the 50th percentile. Its specifications indicate a higher-performance part on paper, with a 3.80 GHz base clock versus 2.10 GHz, a 5.80 GHz boost clock versus 5.20 GHz, and a larger 36 MB L3 cache versus 33 MB. The 125 W TDP compared to 45 W suggests the i9 is designed for higher sustained performance at the cost of greater power consumption.

For users choosing between these two, the i7-14701TE is the only one with measured performance data, and that data shows strong multi-threaded and single-threaded results. The i9-14901KE offers higher clock speeds and more cache, but its lack of recorded benchmarks means its real-world performance cannot be verified from the database. The unlocked multiplier on the i9 provides overclocking flexibility that the i7 does not offer, which may matter for users who intend to push the processor beyond stock settings.

The i7-14701TE is the better-documented choice, with confirmed scores across Cinebench and PassMark workloads. The i9-14901KE is the higher-specified part, but without measured results, its advantages remain theoretical. The 45 W TDP of the i7 makes it a more power-efficient option, while the 125 W TDP of the i9 indicates a higher power ceiling. Both processors support the same memory types, ECC memory, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, and integrated UHD Graphics 770, so platform-level features are identical.

The data supports picking the i7-14701TE when verified performance matters, and the i9-14901KE when raw clock speed, larger cache, and overclocking capability are priorities, with the understanding that its benchmark results are not yet recorded in the database.