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Intel Core i9-14900T vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T: Comparison
Core i9-14900T vs Core Ultra 5 225T: the l3 cache difference
On l3 cache the spread is 44%, Core i9-14900T 36 MB against Core Ultra 5 225T 20 MB, so Core i9-14900T takes it. P-core boost clock is not the same on both, 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-14900T versus 4.9 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 225T. P-core base clock is not the same on both, 1.1 GHz on the Core i9-14900T versus 2.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 225T. Add l2 cache to that, 32 MB on the Core i9-14900T versus 22 MB on the Core Ultra 5 225T, and the pattern holds. Socket is not the same on both, FCLGA1700 on the Core i9-14900T versus FCLGA1851 on the Core Ultra 5 225T.
Who each one is for
The Core i9-14900T suits small-form-factor PCs and quiet builds, though it is not the pick for laptops and fanless designs. Buy the Core Ultra 5 225T for small-form-factor and mini-PC builds and low-noise home or office desktops, though it is the wrong buy for peak multi-core performance needs and gaming-focused desktop builds. Our rating of the Core i9-14900T (7.8/10): the Intel Core i9-14900T is a low-power desktop chip built for compact and quiet small-form-factor systems. Our rating of the Core Ultra 5 225T (7.9/10): A sensible low-power pick for compact Arrow Lake desktop builds where the standard 65W Core Ultra 5 225 would run too hot or too loud.
Where the two are identical
The common ground is wider than the gap: tdp, integrated graphics, form factor, market segment and base power are identical here.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Core i9-14900T and Core Ultra 5 225T differ on total cores?
Yes. Total Cores reads 24 on the Core i9-14900T versus 10 on the Core Ultra 5 225T.
Specs and benchmarks
Form Factor
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Desktop
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Desktop
Codename
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Raptor Lake Refresh
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Arrow Lake
Release Year
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 2024
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 2025
TDP
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 35 W
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 35 W
iGPU
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Intel Graphics
Market Segment
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Desktop
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Desktop
Microarchitecture
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Raptor Lake Refresh
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Arrow Lake
Socket
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- FCLGA1700
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- FCLGA1851
Process Node
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 7 nm
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 3 nm
Total Cores
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 24Best
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 10
Performance Cores
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 8Best
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 6
Efficiency Cores
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 16Best
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 4
Total Threads
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 32Best
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 10
SMT Enabled
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Yes
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- No
P-Core Base Clock
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 1.1 GHz
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 2.5 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 5.5 GHz
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 4.9 GHz
L2 Cache
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 32 MBBest
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 22 MB-31%
L3 Cache
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 36 MBBest
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 20 MB-44%
Base Power
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 35 W
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 35 W
Max Turbo Power
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- 106 W
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- 114 W
Memory Type
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- DDR5 or DDR4
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- DDR5-6400, 2-Channel, up to 256GB
Integrated Graphics
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- Yes
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- Yes
PCIe Generation
- Intel Core i9-14900T
- PCIe 5.0
- Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
- PCIe 5.0 + 4.0, up to 24 lanes
Which one should you pick?
Choose 14900T if you want the higher L2 cache (32 MB vs 22 MB) and the higher L3 cache (36 MB vs 20 MB).
Choose 225T if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Price comparison
| Retailer | Intel Core i9-14900T | Intel Core Ultra 5 225T |
|---|---|---|
| Consumercarts listing | $549.00 View on Consumercarts listing |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Intel Core i9-14900T
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core i9-14900T is a low-power desktop chip built for compact and quiet small-form-factor systems.
Intel Core Ultra 5 225T
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible low-power pick for compact Arrow Lake desktop builds where the standard 65W Core Ultra 5 225 would run too hot or too loud.