Intel Core i9-14901TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265 Comparison

Intel Core i9-14901TE and Intel Core Ultra 7 265 are both desktop processors from Intel, but they represent different architectural eras and performance tiers. The i9-14901TE is a 45 W part on the Raptor Lake platform, while the Core Ultra 7 265 is a 65 W Arrow Lake processor with a different core layout and newer manufacturing process. The benchmark database contains a full suite of recorded measurements for the Core Ultra 7 265, while the i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This analysis relies on the available data for the Core Ultra 7 265 and the documented specifications for both parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between these two processors, as the i9-14901TE has no benchmark entries in the database. The Core Ultra 7 265, however, has a comprehensive set of measured scores across Cinebench and Passmark tests. Its average benchmark score is 64640, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs tracked by the database. This percentile ranking indicates strong overall performance relative to the broader CPU landscape.

In multi-core workloads, the Core Ultra 7 265 delivers strong results. Cinebench R23 multi-core score reaches 42216, while Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 6268 and Cinebench R15 multi-core records 4255. The Passmark multithread score is 49682. These figures confirm that the 20-thread configuration handles heavily parallel tasks effectively.

Single-core performance for the Core Ultra 7 265 is also solid. Cinebench R23 single-core records 5960, Cinebench R20 single-core shows 884, and Cinebench R15 single-core reaches 600. The Passmark single-thread score is 4689. These results indicate a capable single-threaded performer, which matters for lightly threaded applications.

Specialized Passmark subtests provide additional detail. Floating point math scores 172776, integer math records 134773, and extended instructions (SIMD) reach 41478. Data compression scores 522983, while data encryption records 40456. Random string sorting scores 63833, and the find prime numbers test records 418. Physics simulation scores 2923.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Core Ultra 7 265 include AMD EPYC 4464P with an average score of 64823, which is 0.3% lower than the Core Ultra 7 265. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F scores 64438, 0.3% higher than the 265. AMD EPYC 7343 scores 64202, 0.7% higher, and AMD EPYC 9124 scores 65104, 0.7% lower. These delta values show that the Core Ultra 7 265 sits in a tight performance cluster, with all four rivals within 0.7% of its average score.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i9-14901TE uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arrow Lake architecture, codenamed Arrow Lake-S, manufactured by TSMC on a 3 nm process with a die size of 243 mm² and 17,800 million transistors. The process node difference is significant: the 3 nm node is considerably more advanced than the 10 nm node.

Core counts diverge sharply. The i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores and 20 threads. The 265 does not use hyper-threading, which explains the equal core and thread counts. The i9-14901TE relies on hyper-threading to reach 16 threads from 8 cores.

Cache hierarchies differ in both size and distribution. The i9-14901TE 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 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 265 has more L1 and L2 per core, while the i9-14901TE has more total L3.

Clock speeds show a trade-off. The i9-14901TE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The i9-14901TE boosts higher, but the 265 has a slightly higher base clock.

Power and platform requirements differ. The i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 W and uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a TDP of 65 W and uses Intel Socket 1851. Memory support also differs: the i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Core Ultra 7 265 supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the i9-14901TE has no bandwidth figure in the database.

PCIe connectivity differs. The i9-14901TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core Ultra 7 265 provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The 265 offers more PCIe lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU. ECC memory support is present on the i9-14901TE but absent on the Core Ultra 7 265.

Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 7 265 wins in any workload that scales with core count. Its 20 cores and 20 threads give it a substantial advantage over the 8 cores and 16 threads of the i9-14901TE in multi-threaded rendering, compilation, and content creation tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42216 demonstrates this capacity.

The i9-14901TE wins on raw boost frequency. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock exceeds the 5.30 GHz of the Core Ultra 7 265. For single-threaded workloads that depend on peak clock speed, the i9-14901TE has a theoretical advantage, though no benchmark data confirms this in the database.

The i9-14901TE also wins on power efficiency. Its 45 W TDP is lower than the 65 W TDP of the Core Ultra 7 265, making it suitable for systems with tighter thermal or power constraints.

Memory flexibility favors the i9-14901TE. Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 allows builders to reuse existing DDR4 modules, while the Core Ultra 7 265 requires DDR5. ECC memory support on the i9-14901TE adds another option for error-sensitive workloads, a feature the Core Ultra 7 265 lacks.

The Core Ultra 7 265 wins on platform connectivity. Its 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes exceed the 16 lanes on the i9-14901TE, providing more bandwidth for expansion cards and storage devices.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 boosts to 5.30 GHz. The i9-14901TE has a 0.20 GHz higher boost clock.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 supports only DDR5.

Q: Which processor has ECC memory support?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has ECC memory support. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 does not support ECC memory.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The i9-14901TE has no memory bandwidth figure in the database.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 7 265 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core Ultra 7 265 has an average benchmark score of 64640. It sits within 0.7% of AMD EPYC 4464P, Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, AMD EPYC 7343, and AMD EPYC 9124, with delta values ranging from -0.7% to 0.7%.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is the stronger performer for multi-threaded workloads. Its 20 cores and 20 threads, combined with the 3 nm TSMC process and a 93rd percentile ranking across all CPUs, make it a high-tier option. The recorded benchmark scores confirm strong results across Cinebench and Passmark tests. The i9-14901TE has no benchmark data, so its performance cannot be quantified from the database.

The i9-14901TE remains relevant for specific use cases based on its specifications. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock is the highest among the two, and its 45 W TDP is lower. Builders who need DDR4 compatibility, ECC memory support, or a lower power envelope may prefer it. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes are sufficient for many configurations.

The Core Ultra 7 265 offers more PCIe lanes, a newer manufacturing process, and a larger core count. It requires DDR5 and a different socket. For users prioritizing raw multi-core throughput, the recorded benchmarks clearly favor the 265.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i9-14901TE | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.30 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.30 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Arrow Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Arrow Lake-S |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not specified | 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 | 36 MB (shared) | 30 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

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

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $394 |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2025-01-06 |