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

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

The database places the Intel Core Ultra 7 265T in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 47697, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE sits in the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0. This comparison is one-sided in raw performance, but the architectural and specification differences between the two parts tell a more nuanced story about where each processor is designed to operate. The Core Ultra 7 265T is a newer Arrow Lake-S design on a 3 nm node from TSMC, while the Core i9-14901TE is a Raptor Lake-R refresh on Intel's 10 nm process. These fundamental differences in process technology and core configuration drive every measurable outcome.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265T wins every recorded benchmark in the database, so the analysis of wins is about the magnitude and type of advantage rather than a split of victories. The Core i9-14901TE has no benchmark entries, resulting in a wins tally of zero for both the head-to-head and overall comparison. The Core Ultra 7 265T, by contrast, has a full set of Cinebench and PassMark results that establish its performance profile across single-threaded, multi-threaded, and specialized workloads.

The Core Ultra 7 265T dominates in multi-threaded scenarios. Its 20 cores and 20 threads, combined with a 30 MB shared L3 cache, deliver a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31558, a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 13254, and a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3180. These results indicate a processor that excels in rendering, compilation, and other heavily parallel tasks. The PassMark multi-thread score of 37084 reinforces this position, placing the CPU in the upper echelon of desktop processors for throughput.

In single-threaded work, the Core Ultra 7 265T also leads, though the margin is less dramatic in relative terms. Its boost clock of 5.30 GHz and the efficiency of the 3 nm process produce a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4455 and a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1871. The PassMark single-thread score of 4338 confirms that this CPU does not sacrifice responsiveness for core count. For workloads like data compression, encryption, and extended instruction sets, the Core Ultra 7 265T shows specialized strengths: a PassMark data compression score of 370158, a data encryption score of 29687, and an extended instructions score of 28609.

The Core i9-14901TE, with its 8 cores and 16 threads, is a lower-power desktop part with a 45 W TDP and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. Without benchmark data, the database cannot quantify its performance, but its specification profile suggests a different design target: a compact, high-clock processor for systems where power draw and thermal output are constrained. The Core Ultra 7 265T, with a 35 W TDP, actually draws less power on paper, but its 20 cores give it a structural advantage in any parallel workload. The absence of recorded benchmarks for the Core i9-14901TE means the data cannot confirm its single-threaded potential, even though its higher boost clock suggests it might be competitive in that specific area.

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread count difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265T has 20 cores and 20 threads, giving it a 12-core and 4-thread advantage in raw parallelism.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The Core i9-14901TE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the Core Ultra 7 265T has a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The Core i9-14901TE holds a 0.20 GHz higher maximum frequency.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

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

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The Core i9-14901TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The Core Ultra 7 265T uses a 3 nm process from TSMC.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these two CPUs?

A: The Core i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 W. The Core Ultra 7 265T has a TDP of 35 W.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The Core Ultra 7 265T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Core Ultra 7 265T?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265T is $384. The Core i9-14901TE has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the Core i9-14901TE and the Core Ultra 7 265T. The only available data is the full benchmark suite for the Core Ultra 7 265T. The nearest rivals for the Core Ultra 7 265T in the database are the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D, the AMD Ryzen 9 3900, and the Intel Core Ultra X9 378H. These comparisons provide context for the Core Ultra 7 265T's standing.

Against the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 5945, the Core Ultra 7 265T scores 0.4% higher, with an average score of 47697 versus 47527. Against the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D, the Core Ultra 7 265T is 0.4% lower, with the rival scoring 47908. The AMD Ryzen 9 3900 scores 47918, putting the Core Ultra 7 265T 0.5% behind. The Intel Core Ultra X9 378H scores 47468, placing the Core Ultra 7 265T 0.5% ahead. These are marginal deltas, indicating that the Core Ultra 7 265T sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Looking at the Core Ultra 7 265T's own benchmark scores, the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 31558 is its strongest recorded multi-threaded output, followed by the Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 13254 and the Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3180. The PassMark multi-thread score of 37084 corroborates the Cinebench results. In single-threaded workloads, the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4455 and the PassMark single-thread score of 4338 are closely aligned, showing consistent performance across different testing methodologies.

The specialized PassMark tests for the Core Ultra 7 265T reveal specific strengths. Data compression scores 370158, a high figure that indicates strong throughput for archive and storage workloads. Data encryption scores 29687, while extended instructions score 28609. Floating-point math scores 129817, integer math scores 104943, and find prime numbers scores 322. The random string sorting test scores 44400, and the physics test scores 2391. These numbers collectively paint a picture of a balanced, high-end desktop CPU.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. The Core i9-14901TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses Intel Socket 1851, meaning they are not socket-compatible. The Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265T has 20 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: the Core i9-14901TE runs at 2.30 GHz, while the Core Ultra 7 265T runs at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the Core i9-14901TE at 5.50 GHz and the Core Ultra 7 265T at 5.30 GHz.

TDP ratings show the Core Ultra 7 265T at 35 W, which is lower than the Core i9-14901TE's 45 W. The Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Core Ultra 7 265T supports only DDR5. The Core Ultra 7 265T has a recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, while the Core i9-14901TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory support is present on the Core i9-14901TE but absent on the Core Ultra 7 265T. PCIe lane counts also differ: the Core i9-14901TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Core Ultra 7 265T offers Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 265T uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The Core Ultra 7 265T has a launch MSRP of $384, while the Core i9-14901TE has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors are locked, with multiplier unlocked set to false for each. The Core i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30, while the Core Ultra 7 265T was released on 2025-01-06.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two CPUs is significant. The Core i9-14901TE is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and belongs to the Core i9 generation within the Raptor Lake Refresh lineup. It uses a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry. The Core Ultra 7 265T is built on Arrow Lake architecture, with the Arrow Lake-S codename, and belongs to the Ultra 7 generation within the Arrow Lake lineup. It uses a 3 nm process node from TSMC, and it has a transistor count of 17,800 million, while the Core i9-14901TE has no recorded transistor count.

The die sizes are comparable, with the Core i9-14901TE at 257 mm² and the Core Ultra 7 265T at 243 mm², but the underlying designs are fundamentally different. The Core i9-14901TE's cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 265T has a larger L1 at 192 KB per core, a larger L2 at 3 MB per core, but a smaller shared L3 at 30 MB. The Core i9-14901TE thus has more total L3 cache, while the Core Ultra 7 265T has more L1 and L2 per core.

The Core Ultra 7 265T's 20 cores are paired with 20 threads, indicating a design without hyperthreading, whereas the Core i9-14901TE's 8 cores are paired with 16 threads, indicating hyperthreading is enabled. The Arrow Lake architecture on TSMC's 3 nm node represents a newer process generation than Raptor Lake on Intel's 10 nm node. The Core Ultra 7 265T's memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s is a recorded figure, while the Core i9-14901TE's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The Core i9-14901TE supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Core Ultra 7 265T. The integrated graphics also reflect the generational shift: UHD Graphics 770 on the Core i9-14901TE versus Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU on the Core Ultra 7 265T.