Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Intel Core Ultra 5 338H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between the Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H. Across 17 recorded tests, the Core Ultra 5 338H takes 14 wins while the Core i7-14701TE claims 3. The overall average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 5 338H is 33989, compared to 26013 for the Core i7-14701TE, a gap that places the Ultra 5 in the 84th percentile of all CPUs versus the 78th percentile for the i7.

The Core Ultra 5 338H dominates in nearly every multi-threaded and single-threaded workload. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 2504 against 1716, a 31.5% advantage. The R20 multicore result shows 10213 versus 7154, a 30% lead. Passmark multithread follows the same pattern with 28717 against 20042, a 30.2% margin. The largest single benchmark victory comes in Passmark find prime numbers, where the Ultra 5 scores 304 versus 143, a 53% difference. Data encryption shows a 45.2% lead with 21367 against 11699. Floating point math delivers 84067 against 50219, a 40.3% edge. Extended instructions favor the Ultra 5 by 40% with 23906 versus 14354. Random string sorting goes to the Ultra 5 at 34082 versus 22760, a 33.2% margin. Physics tests show 2697 versus 1860, a 31% difference. Data compression favors the Ultra 5 with 276539 against 220520, a 20.3% lead.

Single-thread performance also belongs to the Ultra 5. Passmark single thread records 4180 against 2637, a 36.9% advantage. Cinebench R15 singlecore shows 305 versus 242, a 20.7% lead. Cinebench R20 singlecore delivers 1441 versus 1010, a 29.9% margin.

The Core i7-14701TE wins three tests. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 17035 against 16331, a 4.3% advantage. Cinebench R23 singlecore delivers 2405 against 2044, a 17.7% lead. Passmark integer math records 65792 versus 64934, a narrow 1.3% margin. These wins are notable but concentrated, and the R23 multicore result is the only Cinebench variant where the i7 takes the multicore crown over the Ultra 5.

The nearest rival data contextualizes both processors. The Core i7-14701TE sits within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U and within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE. The Core Ultra 5 338H sits within 0.7% of the AMD EPYC 4244P and within 0.3% of the Intel Core i7-12800HX. These comparisons show both chips are competitive within their respective performance tiers, but the Core Ultra 5 338H operates in a higher absolute range.

The Verdict

The data indicates two distinct performance profiles. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H is the stronger processor across most measured workloads, with its largest leads in encryption, prime number finding, floating point math, and single-thread tasks. Its 84th percentile placement and average score of 33989 place it above the i7-14701TE's 78th percentile and 26013 average.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE retains advantages in specific areas. Its Cinebench R23 multicore win at 17035 suggests sustained all-core rendering performance that outpaces the Ultra 5's 16331. The R23 singlecore lead of 17.7% indicates the i7 has a higher peak clock advantage in that specific test, with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz against 4.70 GHz. The integer math win, though small at 1.3%, shows parity in that workload.

The Core Ultra 5 338H should be the choice for users prioritizing encryption, floating point, compression, sorting, and general single-thread responsiveness. The Core i7-14701TE is preferable for those whose workloads align with Cinebench R23 rendering and integer math, where it either matches or beats the Ultra 5.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H has an average benchmark score of 33989, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average of 26013.

Q: How does the Core i7-14701TE compare to the Core Ultra 5 338H in Cinebench R23 singlecore?

A: The Core i7-14701TE wins with a score of 2405 against 2044, a 17.7% advantage.

Q: What is the largest benchmark margin between the two processors?

A: The largest margin is in Passmark find prime numbers, where the Core Ultra 5 338H scores 304 against 143, a 53% lead.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H has 12 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to 4.70 GHz for the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H.

Q: How many wins does each processor have in the head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H wins 14 tests, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 3 tests.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H uses 12 cores and 12 threads with a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The i7 has a TDP of 45, while the Ultra 5 has a TDP of 25.

The i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700 and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with the Raptor Lake architecture. The Ultra 5 338H uses Intel BGA 2540 and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 3 with the Panther Lake architecture. The i7 is a desktop part, and the Ultra 5 is a mobile part.

Memory support differs. The i7-14701TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory bus and ECC memory support. The Ultra 5 338H supports LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, but no ECC support. The i7 offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Ultra 5 offers PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ as well. The i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 5 338H uses Arc B370. The i7 has a die size of 257 mm², while the Ultra 5 has no recorded die size. The i7 has a process node of 10 nm, and the Ultra 5 has a process node of 3 nm. The i7 has a release date of June 30, 2024, while the Ultra 5 has a release date of January 4, 2026. Neither processor has a launch MSRP recorded, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The architecture gap between the two is substantial. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake with the codename Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process by Intel. The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H uses Panther Lake with the codename Panther Lake, built on a 3 nm process, also by Intel. The i7 is part of the Core i7 generation (Raptor Lake Refresh), while the Ultra 5 is part of the Ultra 5 generation (Panther Lake-H).

Cache structures differ significantly. 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 Ultra 5 338H has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The i7 has more total L3 cache, while the Ultra 5 has more per-core L1 and L2 cache.

The core topology also differs. The i7-14701TE uses 8 cores with 16 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The Ultra 5 338H uses 12 cores with 12 threads, indicating no hyper-threading. The i7 is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 5 is a mobile processor on Intel BGA 2540. The i7 has a TDP of 45, and the Ultra 5 has a TDP of 25, reflecting the mobile design of the Ultra 5.

The i7 supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with ECC, while the Ultra 5 supports LPDDR5X without ECC. The Ultra 5 records a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the i7. The PCIe lane count favors the i7 with 16 Gen 5 lanes versus 4 Gen 5 lanes for the Ultra 5. Integrated graphics also differ, with the i7 using UHD Graphics 770 and the Ultra 5 using Arc B370.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H wins in the majority of tested workloads. Its 53% lead in find prime numbers indicates strong integer-heavy computation. The 45.2% lead in data encryption shows a clear advantage in cryptographic tasks. The 40.3% lead in floating point math makes it the better choice for scientific and simulation workloads. The 40% lead in extended instructions suggests superior SIMD and vector processing capability. The 36.9% lead in single thread performance makes it the better option for latency-sensitive tasks and general desktop responsiveness. The 33.2% lead in random string sorting and the 31% lead in physics tests reinforce its dominance in structured and physics-based workloads. Data compression at 20.3% ahead is another win, indicating faster file compression and decompression tasks.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins in three areas. Cinebench R23 multicore at 4.3% ahead of the Ultra 5 indicates a slight edge in sustained multi-threaded rendering in that specific test. Cinebench R23 singlecore at 17.7% ahead shows a meaningful single-thread advantage in that benchmark, likely tied to its higher 5.20 GHz boost clock. Passmark integer math at 1.3% ahead is a narrow win, showing near parity in integer arithmetic.

The data supports a clear division: the Core Ultra 5 338H is the stronger all-around processor for most computing tasks, while the Core i7-14701TE holds specific wins in R23 rendering and integer math that may matter for particular applications. The 84th percentile placement of the Ultra 5 versus the 78th percentile of the i7 summarizes the overall performance hierarchy.