Intel Core i9-14900 vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 and the Intel Core i9-14901TE share the same Raptor Lake-R family name but occupy very different positions in the database. The i9-14900 has a full benchmark suite recorded, with an average benchmark score of 58115, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs tracked. The i9-14901TE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of 0, and sits at the 50th percentile. This means the 14901TE cannot claim a single measured win in any workload category; the data is entirely on the side of the 14900.

The 14900 wins on core and thread count outright: 24 cores and 32 threads versus 8 cores and 16 threads for the 14901TE. In every benchmark category where the 14900 has data, it delivers a score, while the 14901TE has none. The use-case split is therefore stark. The 14900 is the only one of the two with measurable multi-threaded performance, single-threaded performance, encryption throughput, compression throughput, and physics simulation results. The 14901TE, lacking any recorded benchmarks, offers no verified performance profile in the database.

For workloads that depend on raw core count, such as rendering, compilation, or data processing, the 14900 is the only option with evidence of capability. The 14901TE, despite carrying the same Core i9 branding, does not have data to support any win. Its lower TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts suggests an efficiency-oriented design, but without benchmark numbers, the database cannot confirm what that efficiency buys in actual performance.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and both use Intel's 10 nm process node. The die size is identical at 257 mm², and both come from Intel's foundry. The cache hierarchy is also the same: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Neither has a 3D V-Cache option, and total L3 is not separately listed.

The core configuration is where they diverge significantly. The 14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the 14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. This is a 16-core and 16-thread difference, which directly explains the expected performance gap in heavily threaded workloads. The base clock differs as well: the 14900 starts at 2.00 GHz, the 14901TE at 2.30 GHz. The boost clock favors the 14900 at 5.80 GHz versus 5.50 GHz for the 14901TE.

Thermal design power is another major split. The 14900 is rated at 65 watts, while the 14901TE drops to 45 watts. This 20-watt difference suggests the 14901TE is designed for lower power envelopes, possibly for thermally constrained systems. Both use the Intel Socket 1700, support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, and include ECC memory support. Both have UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics and a Gen 5 PCIe interface with 16 CPU lanes. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a distinguishing factor.

The release dates differ: the 14900 launched on 2024-01-07, while the 14901TE came later on 2024-06-30. The 14900 has a part number of SRN3V, and the 14901TE is listed as Q49CSRNJJ. The 14900 has a launch MSRP of $549; the 14901TE has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database is empty, and the win counts are zero for both processors. This means there are no direct comparison scores recorded between the 14900 and the 14901TE. All analysis must come from the 14900's individual benchmark results and the architectural differences between the two.

The 14900's Cinebench results show strong multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 4793, and in single-core, 315. The R20 run shows 15910 multicore and 2245 single-core. R23 multicore reaches 31070, with single-core at 2212. These numbers indicate a processor that can handle both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads well, though the single-core scores are notably lower than the multi-threaded ones relative to other high-end parts.

Geekbench results continue the pattern: 18495 multicore and 2488 single-core. Passmark tests add more granularity. The multithread score is 44578, and single-thread is 4323. Integer math hits 175010, floating-point math 120262, and extended instructions 30624. Data compression scores 550271, while data encryption is 33540. Random string sorting reaches 61060, and physics simulation scores 2486. Find prime numbers is 188.

The nearest rivals for the 14900 provide context. The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M has an average score of 58323, which is 0.4% higher than the 14900's 58115. The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D scores 58386, 0.5% higher. The Intel Xeon w5-2545 is at 58504, 0.7% higher. The AMD EPYC 9015 sits at 57555, which is 1% lower. This places the 14900 in a tight cluster around the 58,000 average score mark, with no rival more than 1% away in either direction.

Since the 14901TE has no benchmarks, the database cannot produce a head-to-head comparison. The 14900's individual scores stand as the only measurable performance evidence in this pairing.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The 14900 has 16 more cores and 16 more threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The 14900 is rated at 65 watts TDP, while the 14901TE is rated at 45 watts. The 14901TE uses 20 watts less.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. Both also support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The 14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz, while the 14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz. The 14900 has a 0.30 GHz higher boost clock.

Q: Are there any recorded benchmark scores for the 14901TE?

A: No, the database has no benchmark scores for the 14901TE. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, both include UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 24 (14900) versus 8 (14901TE)
• Threads: 32 (14900) versus 16 (14901TE)
• Base Clock: 2.00 GHz (14900) versus 2.30 GHz (14901TE)
• Boost Clock: 5.80 GHz (14900) versus 5.50 GHz (14901TE)
• TDP: 65 watts (14900) versus 45 watts (14901TE)
• Release Date: 2024-01-07 (14900) versus 2024-06-30 (14901TE)
• Launch MSRP: $549 (14900) versus not recorded (14901TE)
• Part Number: SRN3V (14900) versus Q49CSRNJJ (14901TE)
• Percentile vs All CPUs: 92 (14900) versus 50 (14901TE)
• Average Benchmark Score: 58115 (14900) versus 0 (14901TE)
• Nearest Rivals: listed for the 14900, empty for the 14901TE

All other specifications are identical: Raptor Lake architecture, 10 nm process node, 257 mm² die size, 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, 36 MB shared L3, DDR4/DDR5 dual-channel memory, ECC support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, UHD Graphics 770, Intel Socket 1700, and locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for anyone selecting between these two. The Intel Core i9-14900 is the only processor in this pairing with measured performance. Its 92nd percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 58115 place it among capable desktop CPUs, with nearest rivals all within 1% of its score. The 24-core, 32-thread configuration delivers substantial multi-threaded throughput, as shown by Cinebench R23 multicore at 31070 and Passmark multithread at 44578.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, lower 45-watt TDP, and no recorded benchmarks, offers no performance evidence in the database. Its 50th percentile ranking and zero average score are not competitive with the 14900's recorded results. The 14901TE does have a higher base clock (2.30 GHz versus 2.00 GHz) and a lower TDP, which could indicate a power-efficient design, but the absence of benchmark data leaves that as speculation.

For users prioritizing verified multi-threaded performance, the 14900 is the only option with supporting numbers. For users who need a lower-power processor, the 14901TE has the TDP advantage on paper, but the database cannot confirm what performance trade-off that entails. The 14900 also holds the edge in boost clock (5.80 GHz versus 5.50 GHz), release date (earlier by several months), and has a recorded launch MSRP of $549.

The verdict is straightforward: the 14900 wins every measurable category, and the 14901TE wins none. The only advantage the 14901TE holds is a lower TDP and a higher base clock, neither of which is backed by a benchmark score in the database.