Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results show a decisive performance gap between the Intel Core i7-14701TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265. Across 17 head-to-head tests, the Core Ultra 7 265 wins 15 of them, while the Core i7-14701TE wins only 2. The average benchmark score tells the same story: the Core Ultra 7 265 sits at 64,640, while the Core i7-14701TE manages 26,013. That places the Core Ultra 7 265 in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, compared to the 78th percentile for the Core i7-14701TE.

The largest win for the Core Ultra 7 265 comes in PassMark data encryption, where it scores 40,456 versus 11,699, a gap of 71.1%. Floating point math shows a similar margin: 172,776 against 50,219, which is 70.9% ahead. Extended instructions also favor the Core Ultra 7 265 heavily, with 41,478 versus 14,354, a 65.4% difference. Prime number finding, random string sorting, and multithreaded workloads all show the Core Ultra 7 265 leading by margins between 59.7% and 65.8%.

Cinebench results are more nuanced. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core Ultra 7 265 scores 4,255 versus 1,716 for the Core i7-14701TE, a 59.7% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows the same percentage gap, with 600 points against 242. Cinebench R23 follows the pattern: multicore 42,216 versus 17,035, and single-core 5,960 versus 2,405, both at 59.6% differences. The Core Ultra 7 265 also leads in PassMark single-thread performance by 43.8%, scoring 4,689 against 2,637.

The two wins for the Core i7-14701TE come in Cinebench R20. In multicore, it scores 7,154 versus 6,268, a 14.1% lead. In single-core, it records 1,010 against 884, a 14.3% advantage. These results indicate that in certain older Cinebench workloads, the Core i7-14701TE delivers higher throughput. However, these are isolated victories in an otherwise one-sided comparison.

PassMark integer math shows the Core Ultra 7 265 ahead by 51.2%, with 134,773 versus 65,792. Data compression favors the Core Ultra 7 265 by 57.8%, scoring 522,983 against 220,520. Physics tests show a smaller but clear lead for the Core Ultra 7 265, at 2,923 versus 1,860, a 36.4% difference.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and use fundamentally different designs. The Core i7-14701TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, built on Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Core Ultra 7 265 is part of the Core Ultra Series 2, based on Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename. It uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The Core Ultra 7 265 has 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, while the Core i7-14701TE has no transistor count recorded in the database but uses a 257 mm² die.

Core configuration differs substantially. The Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, meaning it uses Hyper-Threading to double its thread count. The Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores and 20 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading. Despite having fewer threads, the Core Ultra 7 265 wins most multithreaded tests by wide margins, which points to significantly higher per-core efficiency from the newer architecture and process node.

Cache layouts are also distinct. The Core 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 7 265 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches on the Core Ultra 7 265 likely contribute to its strong single-thread performance, even though its total L3 cache is slightly smaller.

Memory support differs as well. The Core i7-14701TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Core Ultra 7 265 supports only DDR5, also dual-channel, but with a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The Core i7-14701TE has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory is supported on the Core i7-14701TE but not on the Core Ultra 7 265.

PCIe connectivity shows a modest difference. The Core i7-14701TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 7 265 provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also differ: the Core i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU.

Clock speeds are close but slightly favor the Core Ultra 7 265. The Core i7-14701TE has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. Thermal design power differs, with the Core i7-14701TE rated at 45 watts and the Core Ultra 7 265 rated at 65 watts.

Socket compatibility confirms these are not interchangeable parts. The Core i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Intel Socket 1851. The release dates are also different, with the Core i7-14701TE appearing in the database on 2024-06-30 and the Core Ultra 7 265 on 2025-01-06. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 for almost all workloads. Its 93rd percentile standing, compared to the 78th percentile for the Core i7-14701TE, reflects a processor that sits in a different performance class. The Core Ultra 7 265 wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 36.4% to 71.1%. Its nearest rivals in the database include AMD EPYC server processors, which indicates its performance level. The Core i7-14701TE, by contrast, sits alongside AMD Ryzen 5 mobile and desktop parts in its nearest rival group.

The Core i7-14701TE has only two wins, both in Cinebench R20. This suggests that in certain legacy rendering workloads, it can outperform the Core Ultra 7 265. The 14.1% multicore lead and 14.3% single-core lead in that specific test are real but narrow. Anyone running applications that rely heavily on Cinebench R20-style workloads might see better results from the Core i7-14701TE.

For general productivity, content creation, encryption, compression, and single-threaded tasks, the Core Ultra 7 265 is the stronger choice by a substantial margin. Its single-thread score of 4,689 in PassMark versus 2,637 for the Core i7-14701TE shows a 43.8% advantage that will matter in everyday applications. The 20-core configuration, even without Hyper-Threading, delivers far higher multithreaded throughput in most tests.

The Core i7-14701TE does offer ECC memory support, which the Core Ultra 7 265 lacks. It also supports DDR4, which can reduce platform costs for users with existing DDR4 memory. However, the performance gap is large enough that these practical advantages may not compensate for the slower execution in most tasks.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification category. Core count: 8 on the Core i7-14701TE versus 20 on the Core Ultra 7 265. Thread count: 16 versus 20. Base clock: 2.10 GHz versus 2.40 GHz. Boost clock: 5.20 GHz versus 5.30 GHz. TDP: 45 watts versus 65 watts.

Process node: 10 nm from Intel versus 3 nm from TSMC. Die size: 257 mm² versus 243 mm². Transistors: not recorded for the Core i7-14701TE, versus 17,800 million for the Core Ultra 7 265.

Cache per core: 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 on the Core i7-14701TE, versus 192 KB L1 and 3 MB L2 on the Core Ultra 7 265. Shared L3: 33 MB versus 30 MB.

Memory support: DDR4 and DDR5 on the Core i7-14701TE, versus DDR5 only on the Core Ultra 7 265. Memory bandwidth: not recorded for the Core i7-14701TE, versus 102.4 GB/s for the Core Ultra 7 265. ECC: supported on the Core i7-14701TE, not supported on the Core Ultra 7 265.

PCIe lanes: 16 on the Core i7-14701TE, versus 20 on the Core Ultra 7 265. Both support Gen 5. Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 770 versus Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU. Socket: Intel Socket 1700 versus Intel Socket 1851. Release date: 2024-06-30 versus 2025-01-06. Part number: Q49GSRNJL versus SRQCX. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a launch MSRP of $394.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores.

Q: Does the Core i7-14701TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, ECC memory is supported on the Core i7-14701TE. The Core Ultra 7 265 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Core Ultra 7 265?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The Core i7-14701TE has no memory bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265 has a boost clock of 5.30 GHz, compared to 5.20 GHz for the Core i7-14701TE.

Q: How many head-to-head benchmark wins does each processor have?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265 wins 15 head-to-head tests, while the Core i7-14701TE wins 2.

Q: What sockets do these processors use?

A: The Core i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700, and the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Intel Socket 1851.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 7 265 dominates in most benchmark categories. It wins all PassMark tests except none, covering data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithreaded performance, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. It also wins both Cinebench R15 tests and both Cinebench R23 tests. This makes it the clear choice for workloads involving encryption, compression, scientific computing, and general single-threaded responsiveness.

The Core i7-14701TE wins only the Cinebench R20 multicore and single-core tests. In those specific workloads, it leads by 14.1% and 14.3% respectively. This makes it relevant for users running applications that are optimized around Cinebench R20-style rendering pipelines. The Core i7-14701TE also supports ECC memory and DDR4, which may matter for system builders with specific memory requirements.

The percentile data reinforces this split. The Core Ultra 7 265 sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, placing it among high-end desktop and server parts. Its nearest rivals include AMD EPYC 4464P, EPYC 7343, and EPYC 9124, all server-class processors. The Core i7-14701TE sits at the 78th percentile, with nearest rivals like AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS and Ryzen 5 8540U, which are mobile-class parts.

For users prioritizing raw performance across diverse workloads, the Core Ultra 7 265 is the superior processor. For users locked into a specific legacy workload that resembles Cinebench R20, or who need ECC memory support, the Core i7-14701TE offers a narrower but real advantage. The performance gap in most tests is large enough that the Core Ultra 7 265 should be the default recommendation, with the Core i7-14701TE reserved for niche use cases where its specific strengths align with the application demands.