Intel Core i9-14901TE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts and thread counts compare between these two processors?

A: Both the Intel Core i9-14901TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V have 8 cores, but the i9-14901TE supports 16 threads via Hyper-Threading, while the Ultra 7 268V has 8 threads, meaning it does not support simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What is the difference in their thermal design power (TDP) ratings?

A: The Core i9-14901TE is rated at 45 watts, while the Core Ultra 7 268V is rated at 17 watts. This indicates a substantial difference in power envelope, with the mobile chip designed for much lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, which is higher than the Core Ultra 7 268V's boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: What are the manufacturing process nodes for each chip?

A: The Core i9-14901TE uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel, while the Core Ultra 7 268V uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by TSMC.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, whereas the Core Ultra 7 268V has 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The i9 also has a larger die size at 257 mm², while the Ultra 7's die size is not recorded.

Q: What is the difference in their integrated graphics solutions?

A: The Core i9-14901TE uses Intel UHD Graphics 770, while the Core Ultra 7 268V uses the Intel Arc 140V. The database records no benchmark scores for the i9's graphics, but the Ultra 7's chip includes a more recent Arc-based GPU.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design philosophies within Intel's product stack. The Core i9-14901TE is part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, built on the Raptor Lake-R architecture, and uses a 10 nm process node from Intel's own fabs. It is a desktop-class part with a die size of 257 mm². In contrast, the Core Ultra 7 268V belongs to the Lunar Lake architecture and the Core Ultra Series 2, using a 3 nm process node from TSMC, and is designed for mobile platforms with a BGA 2833 socket.

The core layout differs significantly. The i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, indicating it supports Hyper-Threading on all cores. The Ultra 7 268V has 8 cores and 8 threads, meaning each core handles a single thread. This is a direct architectural choice for power efficiency on the Lunar Lake design. The cache hierarchy also diverges: the i9 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Ultra 7 has 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core. The i9's L3 cache is 36 MB shared, which is three times larger than the Ultra 7's 12 MB shared L3.

The integrated graphics differ in brand and capability: UHD Graphics 770 on the i9 versus Arc 140V on the Ultra 7. The memory support also differs: the i9 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the Ultra 7's memory support is listed as unknown and depends on the motherboard. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The PCIe configurations differ as well: the i9 provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Ultra 7 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes from the CPU. ECC memory support is present on the i9 but not on the Ultra 7.

The production status for both is Active, but their release dates are separate: the i9-14901TE was released on June 30, 2024, and the Ultra 7 268V was released on September 23, 2024. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier. The market segments are distinct: Desktop for the i9, Mobile for the Ultra 7.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i9-14901TE wins on raw thread count and clock speed. Its 16 threads versus 8 threads gives it a structural advantage in heavily threaded workloads, and its 5.50 GHz boost clock exceeds the Ultra 7's 5.00 GHz. The i9 also has a much larger L3 cache (36 MB vs 12 MB) and supports ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation reliability. Its PCIe lane count (16 vs 4) is significantly higher, allowing for more expansion devices.

The Core Ultra 7 268V wins on efficiency and platform mobility. Its 17-watt TDP is less than half of the i9's 45-watt TDP, making it suitable for thin-and-light laptops. It uses a more advanced 3 nm process from TSMC, which typically delivers better performance per watt. The Ultra 7 also has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches (192 KB and 2.5 MB per core) compared to the i9 (80 KB and 2 MB per core), which can benefit single-threaded responsiveness. Its Arc 140V integrated graphics are more modern than the UHD Graphics 770.

Benchmark data is only recorded for the Ultra 7 268V. The database shows it has a percentile rank of 74 among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 20,897. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE (average score 20,900, delta 0%), Intel Core i5-12600T (average score 20,917, delta -0.1%), AMD EPYC 7J13 (average score 20,845, delta 0.2%), and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (average score 20,826, delta 0.3%). These rivals are all within a 0.3% range, indicating the Ultra 7 sits in a tight competitive cluster. No benchmark scores exist for the i9-14901TE, so direct performance wins cannot be quantified from the database.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Threads: 16 (i9) vs 8 (Ultra 7)
• Base Clock: 2.30 GHz (i9) vs 2.20 GHz (Ultra 7)
• Boost Clock: 5.50 GHz (i9) vs 5.00 GHz (Ultra 7)
• TDP: 45 W (i9) vs 17 W (Ultra 7)
• Socket: Intel Socket 1700 (i9) vs Intel BGA 2833 (Ultra 7)
• Process Node: 10 nm (i9) vs 3 nm (Ultra 7)
• Foundry: Intel (i9) vs TSMC (Ultra 7)
• Die Size: 257 mm² (i9) vs not recorded (Ultra 7)
• L1 Cache: 80 KB per core (i9) vs 192 KB per core (Ultra 7)
• L2 Cache: 2 MB per core (i9) vs 2.5 MB per core (Ultra 7)
• L3 Cache: 36 MB shared (i9) vs 12 MB shared (Ultra 7)
• Memory Support: DDR4, DDR5 (i9) vs unknown, depends on motherboard (Ultra 7)
• ECC Memory: true (i9) vs false (Ultra 7)
• PCIe Lanes: Gen 5, 16 Lanes (i9) vs Gen 5, 4 Lanes (Ultra 7)
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics 770 (i9) vs Arc 140V (Ultra 7)
• Market Segment: Desktop (i9) vs Mobile (Ultra 7)
• Release Date: June 30, 2024 (i9) vs September 23, 2024 (Ultra 7)
• Part Number: Q49CSRNJJ (i9) vs SRPMLSRPMX (Ultra 7)

Both share the same core count (8), dual-channel memory bus, and production status (Active). Both have a locked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core i9-14901TE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V. The field for headToHeadBenchmarks is empty, and the win counts are zero for both sides. Consequently, no direct comparison of benchmark scores can be made.

However, the Ultra 7 268V has a full set of recorded benchmark scores, which provide insight into its standalone performance. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1,616 in multi-core and 293 in single-core. In R20, it scores 6,887 multi-core and 972 single-core. In R23, it scores 10,653 multi-core and 1,921 single-core. Geekbench results show 9,963 multi-core and 2,270 single-core. PassMark tests show a multithread score of 19,297, a single-thread score of 4,051 (listed twice as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread), and various sub-tests: data compression at 181,443, data encryption at 13,779, extended instructions at 15,323, find prime numbers at 192, floating point math at 57,628, integer math at 42,669, physics at 1,617, and random string sorting at 22,416.

These scores place the Ultra 7 at the 74th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE, has an average score of 20,900, which is essentially identical. The Intel Core i5-12600T is 0.1% behind, and the AMD EPYC 7J13 and Intel Core Ultra 5 125U are 0.2% and 0.3% behind, respectively. The data indicates the Ultra 7 is a mid-to-upper tier mobile processor, but without any recorded benchmarks for the i9-14901TE, the relative performance between the two cannot be established from the database.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split based on platform and purpose. The Intel Core i9-14901TE is a desktop processor with a 45-watt TDP, 16 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, and ECC memory support. It uses Intel's 10 nm process and has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. This configuration is suited for desktop workstations where multi-threaded throughput, large cache, and memory reliability are priorities.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is a mobile processor with a 17-watt TDP, 8 threads, a 5.00 GHz boost clock, and 12 MB of L3 cache. It uses a 3 nm TSMC process and has 4 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. Its benchmark scores are recorded and place it at the 74th percentile, with a tight competitive grouping around the 20,900 average score mark. The lower TDP and smaller physical footprint (BGA socket) target thin-and-light mobile devices where battery life and thermal limits are critical.

Users seeking a desktop part with higher thread count, higher clocks, and ECC support should consider the i9-14901TE. Users seeking a mobile processor with a much lower power envelope and a newer process node should consider the Ultra 7 268V. The database lacks benchmark results for the i9, so no performance ranking between the two can be inferred from measured scores. The choice rests on the platform: desktop versus mobile, and the corresponding power and expansion requirements.