Intel Core i7-14701TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus. Across all 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the Ultra 7 270HX Plus records the higher score, leaving the Intel Core i7-14701TE with zero wins. This is not a close contest; the margin is consistent and substantial in every category measured.

The i7-14701TE holds no advantage in any single-threaded, multi-threaded, or specialized workload test. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus wins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 for both single-core and multi-core runs. It also wins every PassMark subtest, including data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithreading, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread performance.

The smallest margin of victory for the Ultra 7 270HX Plus comes in PassMark single-thread performance, where it leads by 44.6 percent. The largest gap appears in PassMark prime number finding, where the Ultra 7 270HX Plus is ahead by 70.3 percent. These deltas are consistent with a processor that holds advantages in core count, clock speed, and manufacturing process.

For a user selecting between these two parts, the data indicates the Ultra 7 270HX Plus is the stronger option across every workload category represented in the database. The i7-14701TE, despite being a capable desktop processor in its own right, does not match the newer mobile part in any measured scenario.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and target different market segments. The Intel Core i7-14701TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, and is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2, uses the Arrow Lake-HX Refresh codename, and is built on a 3 nm process node at TSMC. The manufacturing process difference is significant, with the Ultra 7 270HX Plus using a more advanced node.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Ultra 7 270HX Plus has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus does not use hyper-threading, which explains the equal core and thread counts. The i7-14701TE uses hyper-threading to double its thread count from 8 to 16.

Cache layouts also differ. 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 7 270HX Plus has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus has a larger per-core L1 and L2 allocation, while the i7-14701TE has a larger L3 pool.

Clock speeds favor the Ultra 7 270HX Plus. The i7-14701TE has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus also has a higher TDP at 55 watts compared to 45 watts for the i7-14701TE.

Memory support differs. The i7-14701TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and supports ECC memory. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus supports DDR5 only, also with a dual-channel bus, and does not support ECC memory. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus records a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i7-14701TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The i7-14701TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus offers more PCIe lanes.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Ultra 7 270HX Plus uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The sockets are different: the i7-14701TE uses Intel Socket 1700, and the Ultra 7 270HX Plus uses Intel BGA 2114. The market segments differ, with the i7-14701TE listed as Desktop and the Ultra 7 270HX Plus listed as Mobile. The multiplier is unlocked on the Ultra 7 270HX Plus but locked on the i7-14701TE.

The Ultra 7 270HX Plus has 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, while the i7-14701TE has no recorded transistor count and a 257 mm² die. The release dates differ as well, with the i7-14701TE released in June 2024 and the Ultra 7 270HX Plus released in March 2026.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results show a consistent 59.4 percent delta in favor of the Ultra 7 270HX Plus across all six tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-14701TE scores 1716 against 4224 for the Ultra 7 270HX Plus. In R15 single-core, the scores are 242 and 596. The R20 multi-core test shows 7154 versus 17603, and R20 single-core shows 1010 versus 2485. The R23 multi-core test shows 17035 versus 41913, and R23 single-core shows 2405 versus 5917.

The consistent 59.4 percent delta across all Cinebench versions suggests a uniform performance gap that scales with the workload. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus delivers roughly two and a half times the performance in these rendering tests.

PassMark results show varying margins. The largest delta is in prime number finding, where the i7-14701TE scores 143 and the Ultra 7 270HX Plus scores 482, a 70.3 percent difference. Floating point math shows a 69.3 percent delta, with scores of 50219 and 163567. Data encryption shows a 69.1 percent delta, with scores of 11699 and 37813.

The smallest PassMark delta is in single-thread performance, at 44.6 percent, with scores of 2637 and 4764. Integer math shows a 46.3 percent delta, with scores of 65792 and 122449. Physics shows a 51.6 percent delta, with scores of 1860 and 3843.

Data compression shows a 55.3 percent delta, with scores of 220520 and 493179. Multithread shows a 58.5 percent delta, with scores of 20042 and 48270. Random string sorting shows a 62.1 percent delta, with scores of 22760 and 60020. Extended instructions show a 63.5 percent delta, with scores of 14354 and 39283.

The average benchmark score for the i7-14701TE is 26013, placing it at the 78th percentile among all CPUs. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus has an average benchmark score of 61834, placing it at the 93rd percentile. The nearest rivals for the i7-14701TE are AMD processors: the Ryzen AI 5 340 with an average score of 25981 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the Ryzen 5 8640HS with an average score of 26106 and a delta of -0.4 percent, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE with an average score of 25880 and a delta of 0.5 percent, and the Ryzen 5 8540U with an average score of 26187 and a delta of -0.7 percent.

The nearest rivals for the Ultra 7 270HX Plus are Intel Core i9 parts: the i9-13900KF with an average score of 61841 and a delta of 0 percent, the i9-13900K with an average score of 61766 and a delta of 0.1 percent, the i9-13900T with an average score of 61723 and a delta of 0.2 percent, and the Xeon 636 with an average score of 61360 and a delta of 0.8 percent.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher core count?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Ultra 7 270HX Plus scores 41913 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the i7-14701TE scores 17035. The delta is 59.4 percent in favor of the Ultra 7 270HX Plus.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The i7-14701TE supports ECC memory, while the Ultra 7 270HX Plus does not.

Q: Which processor uses a more advanced manufacturing process?

A: The Ultra 7 270HX Plus is built on a 3 nm process at TSMC. The i7-14701TE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26013, placing it at the 78th percentile. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus has an average benchmark score of 61834, placing it at the 93rd percentile.

Q: Which processor supports a wider range of memory types?

A: The i7-14701TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Ultra 7 270HX Plus supports DDR5 only.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear selection. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus wins all 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the Intel Core i7-14701TE. The performance advantage ranges from 44.6 percent in single-thread tests to 70.3 percent in prime number finding. The average benchmark score of 61834 for the Ultra 7 270HX Plus places it at the 93rd percentile, while the i7-14701TE sits at the 78th percentile with an average score of 26013.

The Ultra 7 270HX Plus is the choice for workloads that benefit from higher core counts, higher clock speeds, and a more advanced manufacturing process. Its 20 cores and 20 threads provide a substantial multi-threading advantage over the 8 cores and 16 threads of the i7-14701TE. The 3 nm process at TSMC contributes to the performance gap.

The i7-14701TE does offer ECC memory support, which the Ultra 7 270HX Plus lacks. It also supports DDR4 memory, which may be relevant for systems using existing DDR4 modules. The i7-14701TE targets the desktop segment with an Intel Socket 1700, while the Ultra 7 270HX Plus targets the mobile segment with an Intel BGA 2114 socket.

For users requiring ECC memory or DDR4 compatibility in a desktop platform, the i7-14701TE has specific advantages. For all measured performance metrics, the Ultra 7 270HX Plus is the faster processor. The nearest rivals for the Ultra 7 270HX Plus include the Intel Core i9-13900KF and i9-13900K, which indicates it performs in the upper tier of desktop processors. The nearest rivals for the i7-14701TE are mid-range AMD mobile and desktop parts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14701TE | Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus |

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

| Series | Core 14th Gen | Core Ultra Series 2 |

| Cores | 8 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.30 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 55 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 2114 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Arrow Lake-HX Refresh |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | 243 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 30 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 102.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 20 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2026-03-16 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | Q49GSRNJL | SADST |