Intel Core i9-14901E vs Intel Processor U302L Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the Intel Core i9-14901E and the Intel Processor U302L?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Processor U302L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E boosts to 5.60 GHz, whereas the Intel Processor U302L boosts to 2.40 GHz. Their base clocks are 2.80 GHz and 1.20 GHz, respectively.

Q: How do their thermal design power (TDP) ratings compare?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Processor U302L has a TDP of 15 watts, indicating a much lower power envelope for the latter.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Processor U302L has 10 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No, the Intel Core i9-14901E supports ECC memory, but the Intel Processor U302L does not.

Q: What are the market segments for these two parts?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E is a Desktop processor, while the Intel Processor U302L is a Mobile processor. Both use the Intel Socket 1700.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14901E is the clear performance leader in this comparison, based on its benchmark scores. It holds a significant advantage in every measured workload, from single-threaded tasks to heavily multithreaded applications.

The Intel Processor U302L, however, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its primary advantages are its lower 15-watt TDP and its mobile market segment designation, which suggests a focus on power efficiency and use in portable or low-power systems. The data indicates the i9-14901E is for high-intensity computing, while the U302L is positioned for scenarios where power draw is a primary constraint.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on Intel's Raptor Lake architecture and use a 10 nm process node. The key differences lie in their specific implementations. The Core i9-14901E uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and is part of the Core 14th Gen series, representing the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. The Intel Processor U302L uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) generation.

The core configurations differ substantially. The i9-14901E offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the U302L offers 5 cores and 6 threads. This indicates a different core layout, with the U302L having fewer cores and likely no hyper-threading on some of them, given the 5-core, 6-thread configuration.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the i9-14901E versus 1.25 MB per core on the U302L. The L3 cache is significantly larger on the i9-14901E at 36 MB shared, compared to 10 MB shared on the U302L.

The integrated graphics differ as well: the i9-14901E uses UHD Graphics 770, while the U302L uses UHD Graphics 80EU. The i9-14901E also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, whereas the U302L supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i9-14901E | Intel Processor U302L |

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

| Cores | 8 | 5 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.80 GHz | 1.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.60 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Generation | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | Not specified |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 36 MB (shared) | 10 MB (shared) |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | UHD Graphics 80EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $285 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors. However, the Intel Core i9-14901E has a full set of recorded scores, while the Intel Processor U302L has none.

The i9-14901E's performance is substantial. In Cinebench R23, it scores 25753 points in the multicore test and 3635 points in the singlecore test. In Cinebench R20, it achieves 10816 multicore and 1526 singlecore. Cinebench R15 results show 2595 multicore and 366 singlecore.

PassMark results for the i9-14901E are equally strong. It scores 30298 in multithread, 4354 in singlethread, 112736 in integer math, 81089 in floating point math, 288777 in data compression, and 18571 in data encryption. Extended instruction tests yield 17249, and find prime numbers scores 189. Random string sorting scores 39138, and physics scores 3041.

The i9-14901E's average benchmark score is 37911, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its closest rivals are the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with an average score of 37904 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X with 37943 (-0.1% delta), the Intel Core 5 211E with 37829 (0.2% delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 with 37804 (0.3% delta). This indicates the i9-14901E is effectively level with a group of strong modern processors.

The absence of any benchmark data for the Intel Processor U302L means a direct performance comparison is impossible from the recorded information. The available data shows the U302L has an average benchmark score of 0 and ranks in the 50th percentile, which is not a meaningful measurement.

The Verdict

From the data, the Intel Core i9-14901E is the only one of the two with measurable performance. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 5.60 GHz boost clock and 36 MB of L3 cache produces scores that place it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 37911 puts it in the same performance class as the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, with deltas of 0% and -0.1%, respectively.

The Intel Processor U302L, with its 5 cores, 6 threads, 2.40 GHz boost clock, and 10 MB of L3 cache, is a lower-power part with a 15-watt TDP. Its mobile designation and lack of recorded benchmarks indicate it is not designed for the same high-performance workloads as the i9-14901E.

For users building a desktop system and requiring high multithreaded and single-threaded performance, the i9-14901E is the clear choice based on the benchmark data. Its performance is competitive with top-tier AMD offerings.

For scenarios requiring minimal power consumption in a mobile form factor, the U302L is the designated option, but its performance cannot be quantified from the available data. The selection between these two processors depends entirely on whether the priority is raw computing power or power efficiency. The data does not support any other conclusion.