AMD EPYC 7313P vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

The AMD EPYC 7313P and Intel Core i7-14700 are both 91st-percentile CPUs, yet they achieve that status through entirely different designs. The EPYC 7313P is a 16-core, 32-thread Zen 3 server chip with a 155W TDP, while the Core i7-14700 is a 20-core, 28-thread Raptor Lake desktop part with a 65W TDP. Their benchmark profiles show a clear split: the EPYC dominates in multi-threaded rendering and specialized server workloads, while the Intel chip wins decisively in Geekbench and single-threaded PassMark tests. The data reveals 12 wins for the AMD part and 7 for Intel across 19 head-to-head benchmarks.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most lopsided result in this comparison is Cinebench R23 single-core, where the EPYC 7313P scores 4934 against the Core i7-14700's 2080 — a 137.2% advantage for AMD. This is an unusual outcome, as the Intel chip has a much higher boost clock (5.40 GHz vs 3.70 GHz). The EPYC also wins Cinebench R15 single-core by 66.2% (497 vs 299) and Cinebench R20 single-core by 2% (2072 vs 2031). These single-threaded Cinebench results are the EPYC's strongest territory.

In multi-core Cinebench, the EPYC 7313P extends its lead. It wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with 34952 points versus 28398 for Intel — a 23.1% margin. The R20 multi-core result is closer, with AMD winning 14679 to 14388 (2% delta). However, the Core i7-14700 takes Cinebench R15 multi-core by 13.3%, scoring 4061 against the EPYC's 3522. This is a reversal of the trend seen in newer Cinebench versions.

Geekbench is a complete victory for Intel. The Core i7-14700 scores 17087 in multi-core versus 10636 for the EPYC — a 37.8% deficit for AMD. In Geekbench single-core, Intel wins 2409 to 1558, again a 35.3% gap. These are the largest Intel wins in the entire dataset.

PassMark tests split the two more evenly. The EPYC wins data compression (528167 vs 498198, 6% delta), data encryption (35727 vs 29601, 20.7%), extended instructions (32784 vs 28388, 15.5%), find prime numbers (346 vs 164, 111%), multithread (41121 vs 40318, 2%), physics (4229 vs 2226, 90%), and random string sorting (62596 vs 54340, 15.2%). Intel counters with floating point math (106716 vs 82260, 22.9% for Intel), integer math (154535 vs 145558, 5.8%), and single-thread (4236 vs 2634, 37.8%).

Where Each One Wins

The EPYC 7313P is the clear choice for Cinebench workloads, particularly R23 multi-core where it leads by 23.1%. Its PassMark wins in data compression and encryption suggest strong server-oriented throughput. The 111% lead in find prime numbers is striking, as is the 90% margin in physics — both indicate the EPYC's architecture handles these specific compute patterns far more efficiently.

The Core i7-14700 dominates Geekbench, winning multi-core by 37.8% and single-core by 35.3%. This suggests better performance in general-purpose desktop applications that follow Geekbench's workload patterns. Intel also wins floating point math by 22.9%, which could matter for scientific or financial workloads relying on FP arithmetic. The single-thread PassMark win by 37.8% reinforces that the Intel chip is faster for lightly-threaded tasks.

Neither CPU is universally superior. The EPYC wins 12 of 19 benchmarks, but its losses are often by large margins (Geekbench, PassMark single-thread). Intel wins 7 tests, with its biggest margins coming in Geekbench and floating point math. The average benchmark scores are close: EPYC at 53206 versus Intel at 52301, a difference of about 1.7%.

Architecture Differences

The EPYC 7313P uses AMD's Zen 3 architecture on a 7nm process from TSMC, with a transistor count of 16,600 million spread across a 4x 81 mm² die configuration. Its codename is Milan. The Core i7-14700 uses Intel's Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R) on a 10nm process from Intel, with a 257 mm² die size. The process node difference is significant: 7nm TSMC versus 10nm Intel.

Cache configurations diverge substantially. The EPYC has 64 KB L1 per core and 512 KB L2 per core, with a massive 128 MB shared L3 cache. The Core i7-14700 has 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core, but only 33 MB shared L3. The EPYC's 128 MB L3 is nearly four times larger, which helps explain its strong performance in data-heavy server workloads.

Memory support also differs. The EPYC uses DDR4 with an eight-channel memory bus and 204.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i7-14700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, but only with a dual-channel memory bus; no bandwidth figure is provided. The EPYC's eight-channel memory is a major architectural advantage for multi-threaded memory-intensive tasks.

The socket and PCIe capabilities reflect their different markets. The EPYC uses AMD Socket SP3 with 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The Core i7-14700 uses Intel Socket 1700 with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The EPYC has no integrated graphics, while the Core i7-14700 includes UHD Graphics 770.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD EPYC 7313P | Intel Core i7-14700 |

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

| Cores | 16 | 20 |

| Threads | 32 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 3.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.70 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 155 W | 65 W |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| L3 Cache | 128 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Eight-channel | Dual-channel |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 128 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | None | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release Date | 2021-03-14 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $913 | $384 |

The Intel part has more cores (20 vs 16) but fewer threads (28 vs 32), reflecting its hybrid P-core/E-core design. Intel's boost clock is significantly higher at 5.40 GHz versus 3.70 GHz, while the EPYC has a higher base clock (3.00 vs 2.10 GHz). The TDP difference is substantial: 155W for AMD versus 65W for Intel. The EPYC has eight-channel memory and 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, while Intel uses dual-channel memory and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The release dates are nearly three years apart, and the launch MSRP differs by more than 2x.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has higher single-core performance in Cinebench?

A: The AMD EPYC 7313P wins all three Cinebench single-core tests. It leads by 66.2% in R15 (497 vs 299), by 2% in R20 (2072 vs 2031), and by 137.2% in R23 (4934 vs 2080).

Q: How does the Core i7-14700 compare in Geekbench?

A: Intel wins both Geekbench tests by identical margins. The Core i7-14700 scores 17087 in multi-core versus 10636 for the EPYC (37.8% delta), and 2409 in single-core versus 1558 (35.3% delta).

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Core i7-14700 has more cores (20 vs 16), but the EPYC 7313P has more threads (32 vs 28). This is because the EPYC has 16 cores with 2 threads each, while Intel's 20 cores yield 28 threads.

Q: Is the EPYC 7313P better for multi-threaded PassMark workloads?

A: Yes. The EPYC wins PassMark multithread by 2% (41121 vs 40318), and also wins data compression by 6%, data encryption by 20.7%, and random string sorting by 15.2%.

Q: What about floating point performance?

A: Intel wins PassMark floating point math by 22.9%, scoring 106716 versus 82260 for AMD. This is one of Intel's larger victories in the benchmark set.

Q: How close are the overall average scores?

A: The EPYC 7313P has an average benchmark score of 53206, while the Core i7-14700 averages 52301. The difference is roughly 1.7%, placing both CPUs in the 91st percentile of all processors.

The Verdict

The data paints a clear picture: the AMD EPYC 7313P is the stronger multi-threaded workstation and server processor, while the Intel Core i7-14700 excels in Geekbench and single-threaded PassMark tests. If your primary workloads are Cinebench rendering, data compression, encryption, or physics simulations, the EPYC's 12 benchmark wins — including a 23.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 90% margin in PassMark physics — make it the obvious choice.

For desktop users running Geekbench-style applications, floating point math, or tasks that benefit from high single-thread performance, the Core i7-14700 is superior. Its 37.8% Geekbench multi-core lead and 37.8% PassMark single-thread advantage are decisive. The Intel chip also offers integrated graphics, a much lower 65W TDP, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

The EPYC 7313P is a server/workstation part with eight-channel memory and 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes — features that matter in a server chassis but are irrelevant for most desktop builds. The Core i7-14700 targets the desktop socket with 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and dual-channel memory. Choose the EPYC for dense multi-threaded server workloads where its 128 MB L3 cache and memory bandwidth pay off. Choose the Core i7 for general desktop use, single-threaded responsiveness, and Geekbench-oriented tasks. The 91st-percentile ranking for both indicates high overall performance, but they serve different masters.