PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i5-12400F

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $218 less on MSRP ($174 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).
✅Delivers 59.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 112.3 vs 70.2 PassMark/$ ($174 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i7-14701TE.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,700 vs 2,781).
❌Lower PassMark (19,532 vs 27,519).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (18 MB vs 33 MB).
❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-14701TE can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Core i7-14701TE

2024

Why buy it

✅+63.6% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅+83.3% larger total L3 cache (33 MB vs 18 MB).
✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while Core i5-12400F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 70.2 vs 112.3 PassMark/$ ($392 MSRP vs $174 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-12400F.

Core i5-12400F

2022

Core i7-14701TE

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $218 less on MSRP ($174 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).
✅Delivers 59.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 112.3 vs 70.2 PassMark/$ ($174 MSRP vs $392 MSRP).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Core i7-14701TE.

Why buy it

✅+63.6% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅+83.3% larger total L3 cache (33 MB vs 18 MB).
✅Draws 45W instead of 65W, a 20W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with UHD Graphics 770, while Core i5-12400F needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,700 vs 2,781).
❌Lower PassMark (19,532 vs 27,519).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (18 MB vs 33 MB).
❌44.4% higher power demand at 65W vs 45W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-14701TE can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 70.2 vs 112.3 PassMark/$ ($392 MSRP vs $174 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Core i5-12400F.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-14701TE better than Core i5-12400F?

Yes. Core i7-14701TE is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.9% average FPS lead across 36 shared CPU game tests in our data, 40.9% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-14701TE is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.9% more average FPS across 36 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-14701TE is the better fit. You are getting 40.9% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 83.3% larger total L3 cache (33 MB vs 18 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-14701TE is still the faster CPU overall, but Core i5-12400F makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core i7-14701TE is 125.3% more expensive on MSRP at $392 MSRP versus $174 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.9% average FPS lead across 36 shared CPU game tests in our data. Core i5-12400F is also 59.9% better value on MSRP (112.3 vs 70.2 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i7-14701TE is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2022), 83.3% larger total L3 cache (33 MB vs 18 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 8 cores / 16 threads instead of 6/12. That extra compute headroom should age better as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i5-12400F Benchmark Check

Core i7-14701TE Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
1080p
low	183 FPS	269 FPS
medium	168 FPS	251 FPS
high	139 FPS	211 FPS
ultra	119 FPS	183 FPS
1440p
low	153 FPS	252 FPS
medium	132 FPS	212 FPS
high	106 FPS	165 FPS
ultra	89 FPS	148 FPS
4K
low	87 FPS	172 FPS
medium	81 FPS	145 FPS
high	64 FPS	108 FPS
ultra	49 FPS	97 FPS

Open Core i5-12400F Open Core i7-14701TE

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
1080p
low	471 FPS	364 FPS
medium	397 FPS	311 FPS
high	341 FPS	261 FPS
ultra	301 FPS	235 FPS
1440p
low	407 FPS	316 FPS
medium	351 FPS	280 FPS
high	309 FPS	237 FPS
ultra	265 FPS	201 FPS
4K
low	282 FPS	187 FPS
medium	248 FPS	170 FPS
high	229 FPS	161 FPS
ultra	196 FPS	139 FPS

Open Core i5-12400F Open Core i7-14701TE

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
1080p
low	488 FPS	688 FPS
medium	488 FPS	643 FPS
high	488 FPS	562 FPS
ultra	488 FPS	474 FPS
1440p
low	488 FPS	688 FPS
medium	488 FPS	581 FPS
high	485 FPS	500 FPS
ultra	434 FPS	425 FPS
4K
low	442 FPS	500 FPS
medium	389 FPS	425 FPS
high	337 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	274 FPS	323 FPS

Open Core i5-12400F Open Core i7-14701TE

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
1080p
low	488 FPS	688 FPS
medium	488 FPS	688 FPS
high	488 FPS	688 FPS
ultra	488 FPS	687 FPS
1440p
low	488 FPS	688 FPS
medium	488 FPS	688 FPS
high	488 FPS	621 FPS
ultra	473 FPS	549 FPS
4K
low	488 FPS	568 FPS
medium	450 FPS	516 FPS
high	391 FPS	462 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	405 FPS

Open Core i5-12400F Open Core i7-14701TE

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-12400F and Core i7-14701TE

Core i5-12400F

The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.

Core i7-14701TE

The Core i7-14701TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 27,519 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-12400F packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-14701TE offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-14701TE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F versus 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-14701TE — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-14701TE (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-12400F uses the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-12400F scores 19,532 against the Core i7-14701TE's 27,519 — a 34% lead for the Core i7-14701TE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,700 vs 2,781, a 48.2% lead for the Core i7-14701TE that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F vs 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-14701TE.

Feature	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 16+33%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz	5.2 GHz+18%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+19%	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	18 MB (total)	33 MB (total)+83%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+60%
Process	Intel 7 nm-30%	10 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-S (2022)	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)
PassMark	19,532	27,519+41%
Cinebench R23 Multi	12,380	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,700	2,781+64%
Geekbench 6 Multi	657	—

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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the LGA1700 socket with PCIe 3.0. Both support up to DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Core i7-14701TE supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-12400F) and Intel 600 Series,Intel 700 Series (Core i7-14701TE).

Feature	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
Socket	LGA1700	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200	DDR5-5600
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	192 GB+50%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	20	20

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Advanced Features

Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. The Core i7-14701TE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Core i5-12400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value, Core i7-14701TE targets Embedded/Industrial. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600; Core i7-14701TE rivals Ryzen Embedded 8000.

Feature	Core i5-12400F	Core i7-14701TE
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 770
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Gaming Performance/Value	Embedded/Industrial

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-12400F launched at $174 MSRP, while the Core i7-14701TE debuted at $392. On MSRP ($174 vs $392), the Core i5-12400F is $218 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-12400F delivers 112.3 pts/$ vs 70.2 pts/$ for the Core i7-14701TE — making the Core i5-12400F the 46.1% better value option.