Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA represent two distinct approaches to desktop processing. The i7-14701TE is a Raptor Lake Refresh part built on Intel's 10 nm process, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA is an Arrow Lake-S part built on TSMC's 3 nm process. The database shows the i7-14701TE has a completed benchmark record with an average score of 26013, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. The Core Ultra 5 235TA, in contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores and an average score of zero, placing it in the 50th percentile by default. This is a decisive split: the i7-14701TE is the only one of the two with verified performance data, and any selection between them must account for that gap.

The i7-14701TE should be the pick for anyone who needs a processor with proven multi-threaded and single-threaded results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17035 and single-core score of 2405 are recorded, and its Passmark multithread score of 20042 confirms strong parallel workload handling. The Core Ultra 5 235TA, without any benchmarks in the database, cannot be validated for such tasks. The Ultra 5 does offer a higher core count of 14 versus 8, a newer 3 nm process, and DDR5-only memory support, but these specifications do not translate into measurable performance in the current data. For a builder who needs certainty, the i7-14701TE is the only option with evidence.

The Core Ultra 5 235TA might be chosen by someone prioritizing a newer architecture and platform features. It uses Socket 1851, supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, and has a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. It also carries a launch MSRP of $269, which can be stated once as a reference point. However, the absence of any benchmark results means the database cannot confirm whether these features yield any actual speed advantage. The i7-14701TE, with its 16 threads and 33 MB of shared L3 cache, has a structural edge in thread count and cache size, but the Ultra 5's 14 cores and 3 nm process suggest a different design philosophy. The verdict from the data is clear: the i7-14701TE is the proven performer, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA remains an unverified entry with architectural promise but no recorded output.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26013, placing it in the 78th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235TA has an average benchmark score of zero, placing it in the 50th percentile.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each CPU?

A: The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 5 235TA has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning it has more physical cores but no hyper-threading support.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5. The i7-14701TE also supports DDR4, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA supports only DDR5. The Ultra 5 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i7-14701TE has no bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: Is the integrated graphics different between the two?

A: The i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 5 235TA uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU. No benchmark scores for either integrated GPU are listed.

Q: Which CPU has a larger L3 cache?

A: The i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 235TA has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, making the i7-14701TE larger in this specific metric.

Q: Are there any recorded benchmark wins for the Core Ultra 5 235TA?

A: No. The database shows zero benchmark entries for the Core Ultra 5 235TA, and the head-to-head benchmark list is empty. The i7-14701TE has 17 recorded benchmark scores.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The i7-14701TE is based on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. Its codename is Raptor Lake-R, and it is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node. The Core Ultra 5 235TA is based on Arrow Lake, specifically Arrow Lake-S, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2. It is manufactured on TSMC's 3 nm process node, a significant difference in fabrication. The i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA uses Intel Socket 1851, meaning they are not platform-compatible.

The cache hierarchy also differs. The i7-14701TE 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 5 235TA has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 5 has more L1 and L2 per core but less L3 overall. The transistor count is also recorded only for the Ultra 5, at 17,800 million, with a die size of 243 mm², while the i7-14701TE has a die size of 257 mm² with no transistor figure.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU. The Ultra 5 also has a higher PCIe lane count, supporting Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), whereas the i7-14701TE supports Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The i7-14701TE supports ECC memory, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA does not. The Ultra 5 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, a figure not listed for the i7-14701TE.

Specification Differences

The base clock differs slightly: the i7-14701TE runs at 2.10 GHz, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA runs at 2.20 GHz. The boost clock is higher on the i7-14701TE at 5.20 GHz, versus 5.00 GHz on the Ultra 5. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45 watts for the i7-14701TE and 65 watts for the Core Ultra 5 235TA. The core count is 8 for the i7-14701TE and 14 for the Ultra 5, while the thread count is 16 for the i7-14701TE and 14 for the Ultra 5. The i7-14701TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Ultra 5 supports only DDR5. The memory bus is dual-channel for both.

The i7-14701TE has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA has 20. The i7-14701TE supports ECC memory, the Ultra 5 does not. The i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700, the Ultra 5 uses Intel Socket 1851. The release dates are recorded: the i7-14701TE was released on 2024-06-30, and the Core Ultra 5 235TA was released on 2025-07-28. The Ultra 5 has a launch MSRP of $269, while the i7-14701TE has no launch MSRP listed. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning neither is unlocked for overclocking. The part numbers are Q49GSRNJL for the i7-14701TE and SRWPP for the Ultra 5.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors. The head-to-head list is empty, and winsA and winsB are both zero. This means no direct comparison scores exist. However, the i7-14701TE has a full set of 17 individual benchmark results, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA has none. The i7-14701TE's Cinebench R23 multicore score is 17035, and its single-core score is 2405. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7154 multicore and 1010 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1716 multicore and 242 single-core.

Passmark results for the i7-14701TE show a multithread score of 20042 and a single-thread score of 2637 (also recorded as passmark_singlethread with the same value). Data compression scores 220520, data encryption scores 11699, and extended instructions score 14354. Prime number finding scores 143, floating point math scores 50219, and integer math scores 65792. Physics scores 1860, and random string sorting scores 22760.

Since the Core Ultra 5 235TA has no recorded benchmarks, the i7-14701TE wins all possible comparisons by default. The nearest rivals for the i7-14701TE provide context: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 has an average score of 25981, a delta of 0.1% from the i7-14701TE's 26013. The AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS scores 26106, a delta of -0.4%. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 25880, a delta of 0.5%. The AMD Ryzen 5 8540U scores 26187, a delta of -0.7%. These deltas indicate the i7-14701TE sits within a tight performance band relative to these four rivals, all within roughly a percentage point.

Where Each One Wins

The i7-14701TE wins in every measurable benchmark category because it is the only one with data. Its 16 threads and 33 MB of L3 cache support heavy multi-threaded workloads, and its 5.20 GHz boost clock aids single-thread responsiveness. The recorded Passmark multithread score of 20042 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17035 confirm strong parallel performance. The single-thread score of 2637 in Passmark and 2405 in Cinebench R23 indicate solid single-core capability, useful for lightly threaded applications.

The Core Ultra 5 235TA wins on specification grounds where the database lists differences. It has more cores (14 versus 8) and a newer process node (3 nm versus 10 nm), plus a higher base clock (2.20 GHz versus 2.10 GHz). It also has more PCIe lanes (20 versus 16), a higher memory bandwidth figure (102.4 GB/s versus none listed), and a larger L1 and L2 cache per core. Its integrated graphics, Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU, is a different implementation than the UHD Graphics 770, though no performance data exists for either.

In practice, the i7-14701TE wins for any user who needs verified performance. The Core Ultra 5 235TA wins for a builder who values a newer socket, higher core count, and modern process node, but the database cannot confirm any speed advantage. The i7-14701TE's 78th percentile ranking and average score of 26013 place it well above the Ultra 5's default 50th percentile with a zero score. The Ultra 5's launch MSRP of $269 is the only price reference available, but no performance data justifies that figure. For a benchmark-driven decision, the i7-14701TE is the sole choice with evidence.