Intel Core i9-14901E vs Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL Comparison

# FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the Intel Core i9-14901E?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads, based on the Raptor Lake architecture.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has 14 cores and 18 threads, based on the Meteor Lake architecture.

Q: How do the clock speeds compare between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E ranks in the 86th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL ranks in the 50th percentile.

# The Verdict

The benchmark data shows a clear performance hierarchy between these two processors. The Intel Core i9-14901E delivers substantial multi-core and single-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and a single-core score of 3635. Its average benchmark score of 37911 places it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at an average score of 37904 and the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X at 37943, a delta of -0.1 percent. The Core Ultra 5 125HL, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, an average benchmark score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking.

For workloads requiring high throughput, the i9-14901E is the selection based on available data. Its 8 cores and 16 threads operate at a boost clock of 5.60 GHz, which is 1.10 GHz higher than the Core Ultra 5 125HL's boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The i9-14901E also carries 36 MB of L3 cache, double the 18 MB found on the Core Ultra 5 125HL.

The Core Ultra 5 125HL does present advantages in specific areas. Its 14 cores and 18 threads exceed the i9-14901E's 8 cores and 16 threads, which may benefit certain parallel workloads. The Core Ultra 5 125HL also has a lower TDP of 45 watts compared to 65 watts for the i9-14901E, and it integrates Arc Xe-LPG 112EU graphics, whereas the i9-14901E uses UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has a launch MSRP of $325.

The data indicates that the i9-14901E is the stronger performer in terms of recorded benchmark results, while the Core Ultra 5 125HL offers a higher core count and lower power envelope. Without benchmark scores for the Core Ultra 5 125HL, the comparison in computational performance is limited to the specification differences and the i9-14901E's measured results.

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors. The Intel Core i9-14901E has an extensive set of recorded scores, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL has no recorded benchmarks. This absence of direct comparison data means the analysis relies on the i9-14901E's measured performance and the specification differences.

The i9-14901E's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and single-core score of 3635 indicate strong performance in both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 10816 and the single-core score is 1526. In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 2595 and the single-core score is 366.

PassMark results for the i9-14901E further characterize its capabilities. The multithread score is 30298, and the single-thread score is 4354. Integer math scores reach 112736, floating-point math reaches 81089, and extended instructions score 17249. Data compression scores 288777, data encryption scores 18571, physics scores 3041, random string sorting scores 39138, and find prime numbers scores 189.

The nearest rivals for the i9-14901E provide context for these figures. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has an average score of 37904 with a delta of 0 percent, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has an average score of 37943 with a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core 5 211E has an average score of 37829 with a delta of 0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has an average score of 37804 with a delta of 0.3 percent. The i9-14901E's average score of 37911 sits within 0.3 percent of these rivals, indicating competitive positioning in the same performance class.

# Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category.

Cores and Threads: The i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has 14 cores and 18 threads. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has 6 more cores and 2 more threads.

Clock Speeds: The i9-14901E has a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The i9-14901E boosts 1.10 GHz higher.

TDP: The i9-14901E has a TDP of 65 watts. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has a TDP of 45 watts, a 20-watt difference.

Socket: The i9-14901E uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 5 125HL uses Intel Socket 1851.

Process Node: The i9-14901E is fabricated on a 10 nm process. The Core Ultra 5 125HL is fabricated on a 7 nm process.

Cache: The i9-14901E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory Support: The i9-14901E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Core Ultra 5 125HL supports DDR5, with compatibility depending on the motherboard. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 5 125HL has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the i9-14901E has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

ECC Memory: The i9-14901E supports ECC memory. The Core Ultra 5 125HL does not.

PCIe: The i9-14901E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 5 125HL supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated Graphics: The i9-14901E includes UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 5 125HL includes Arc Xe-LPG 112EU.

Release Date: The i9-14901E was released on 2024-06-30. The Core Ultra 5 125HL was released on 2024-04-07.

Multiplier: Both processors have a locked multiplier.

# Architecture Differences

The i9-14901E is built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 257 mm². The Core Ultra 5 125HL is built on the Meteor Lake architecture, specifically Meteor Lake-PS, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1. It is fabricated on a 7 nm process at Intel's foundry, with no recorded die size.

The core designs differ substantially. The i9-14901E offers 8 cores and 16 threads, indicating a configuration where each core supports two threads. The Core Ultra 5 125HL offers 14 cores and 18 threads, indicating a mix of core types where not all cores support two threads. The i9-14901E's cache hierarchy provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core, while the Core Ultra 5 125HL provides 112 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core. The shared L3 cache favors the i9-14901E at 36 MB versus 18 MB.

The features diverge in memory and I/O capabilities. The i9-14901E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory and includes ECC support, which is absent on the Core Ultra 5 125HL. The Core Ultra 5 125HL specifies a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the i9-14901E. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the i9-14901E provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the Core Ultra 5 125HL provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

The integrated graphics solutions reflect different design priorities. The i9-14901E uses UHD Graphics 770, a conventional integrated GPU. The Core Ultra 5 125HL uses Arc Xe-LPG 112EU, which represents a more advanced graphics architecture with a higher execution unit count. The Core Ultra 5 125HL also carries a lower TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts, likely reflecting the efficiency-oriented design of the Meteor Lake architecture.

# Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14901E wins in all measured benchmark categories due to the absence of recorded benchmarks for the Core Ultra 5 125HL. The i9-14901E's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and single-core score of 3635 demonstrate strength in rendering and single-threaded applications. Its PassMark multithread score of 30298 and single-thread score of 4354 reinforce this pattern across a range of computational tasks.

The i9-14901E also wins on clock speed, with a boost clock of 5.60 GHz compared to 4.50 GHz for the Core Ultra 5 125HL. The higher L3 cache of 36 MB versus 18 MB favors the i9-14901E in workloads with large working sets. The i9-14901E's support for DDR4 and DDR5 memory, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes provides broader platform flexibility.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 125HL wins on core count, offering 14 cores and 18 threads versus 8 cores and 16 threads. This higher core count may benefit workloads that scale across many parallel threads, though no benchmark scores confirm this in the database. The Core Ultra 5 125HL also wins on power efficiency, with a TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts, and on process technology, using a 7 nm node versus 10 nm. Its Arc Xe-LPG 112EU integrated graphics likely provides stronger graphics performance than UHD Graphics 770, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded.

The Core Ultra 5 125HL has a launch MSRP of $325, while the i9-14901E has no recorded launch MSRP. The Core Ultra 5 125HL's higher core count, lower TDP, newer process node, and more advanced integrated graphics make it a different class of processor, one oriented toward efficiency and parallel throughput rather than raw clock speed. The i9-14901E's recorded benchmark scores and higher clock speeds make it the data-supported choice for performance-sensitive workloads.