AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a decisive picture: the Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 takes only 2. The Intel part leads by wide margins across nearly every category, though the AMD chip posts one significant single-thread victory.

In Cinebench testing, the Intel Core i7-14701TE is consistently 34.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 210 across all six recorded runs. The multicore results show the gap clearly: Cinebench R23 multicore scores 17,035 for Intel versus 11,198 for AMD, while Cinebench R20 multicore records 7,154 against 4,703. Single-core Cinebench results follow the same pattern, with Intel scoring 2,405 in R23 single-core versus 1,581 for AMD, and 1,010 versus 664 in R20 single-core.

PassMark tests reveal where the Intel processor stretches its lead furthest. The floating point math test shows Intel at 50,219 against AMD's 23,649, a 52.9% advantage. Physics testing delivers a 55.9% gap, with Intel scoring 1,860 versus 821. The find prime numbers test shows the largest delta at 65.7%, with Intel at 143 and AMD at 49. Integer math follows at 42.3% ahead, 65,792 versus 37,933. Data compression sees Intel at 220,520 against 152,017, a 31.1% edge, while multithread testing records 20,042 versus 13,585, a 32.2% difference.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 does claim the PassMark single-thread test decisively. It scores 3,724 against Intel's 2,637, a 41.2% margin in AMD's favor. This is the only category where AMD leads by a substantial amount, and it appears twice in the data as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, confirming the result.

The remaining PassMark tests favor Intel with smaller margins. Extended instructions show Intel at 14,354 versus 11,464, a 20.1% gap. Data encryption records 11,699 against 8,607, a 26.4% difference. Random string sorting shows the narrowest lead at 14.5%, with Intel scoring 22,760 versus 19,454.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701TE dominates every multicore and throughput-oriented benchmark in the database. Its wins span Cinebench multicore and single-core tests, data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, physics, and random string sorting. The data indicates this processor is built for sustained heavy workloads where parallel execution matters.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins exclusively in the PassMark single-thread category. Its 3,724 score against Intel's 2,637 suggests superior per-core efficiency in lightly threaded tasks, despite having fewer cores and threads overall. This result aligns with its higher base clock of 3.00 GHz compared to Intel's 2.10 GHz, though the boost clocks tell a different story at 4.70 GHz for AMD versus 5.20 GHz for Intel.

For users prioritizing raw multithreaded performance, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded data. The AMD processor offers a specific advantage in single-thread workloads, which may matter for applications that do not scale across many cores. The average benchmark scores reinforce this split: Intel averages 26,013 across all tests versus AMD's 17,321, placing Intel at the 78th percentile of all CPUs compared to AMD's 71st.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 uses the Zen 4 architecture on TSMC's 4 nm process node, with a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. It belongs to the Hawk Point codename family and targets the mobile market segment on AMD Socket FP7.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². It is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700 and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. The transistor count is not recorded in the database.

Cache configurations differ substantially. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. Intel offers 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part likely contributes to its multicore advantages in the recorded benchmarks.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports DDR5 only with dual-channel operation and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 across dual channels, though its memory bandwidth is not recorded. ECC memory support is present on Intel but absent on AMD.

PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also vary, with AMD using Radeon 740M and Intel using UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts set these processors apart clearly. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE doubles that to 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds show a mixed picture: AMD's base clock of 3.00 GHz exceeds Intel's 2.10 GHz, but Intel's boost clock of 5.20 GHz surpasses AMD's 4.70 GHz.

Thermal design power differs significantly, with AMD rated at 28 W and Intel at 45 W. The process node favors AMD at 4 nm versus Intel's 10 nm, and the die size reflects that difference at 137 mm² versus 257 mm². Cache totals show Intel leading with 33 MB shared L3 against AMD's 8 MB shared L3.

Memory support, ECC capability, PCIe generation, socket type, market segment, and integrated graphics all differ as recorded above. Release dates place AMD in January 2025 and Intel in June 2024, both currently active in production. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE averages 26,013 across all recorded benchmarks, placing it at the 78th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 averages 17,321, placing it at the 71st percentile.

Q: How large is the Intel processor's lead in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 17,035 in Cinebench R23 multicore versus 11,198 for the AMD Ryzen 3 210, a 34.3% advantage.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 3,724 against Intel's 2,637, a 41.2% margin. This result appears in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread entries.

Q: What is the closest benchmark margin between the two processors?

A: The narrowest gap is in PassMark random string sorting, where Intel scores 22,760 versus AMD's 19,454, a 14.5% difference.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads. Intel doubles both figures.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 does not.

The Verdict

The data directs different buyers toward different processors. The Intel Core i7-14701TE is the stronger part for multicore workloads, demonstrated by its 34.3% lead across all Cinebench tests and its advantages in PassMark multithread, physics, floating point math, and integer math. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, 33 MB L3 cache, and 45 W TDP support sustained parallel processing. The 78th percentile ranking and nearest rivals such as the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340, which scores within 0.1% either way, confirm its position among capable desktop processors.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 serves a narrower role. Its 41.2% single-thread win over Intel, combined with a 28 W TDP and 4 nm process, indicates efficiency in lightly threaded scenarios. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 and Intel Core 7 150U, both scoring within 0.4% of its average. The mobile market segment and FP7 socket suggest deployment in compact systems where power draw matters more than multicore throughput.

The benchmark results show no ambiguity in overall performance: Intel wins 15 of 17 tests and holds a 50.2% higher average benchmark score. The AMD part is not competitive in most recorded workloads, but its single-thread dominance and lower power profile give it a defined place for specific use cases. Users needing maximum multithreaded output should select the Intel Core i7-14701TE. Users prioritizing single-thread speed and lower power consumption should consider the AMD Ryzen 3 210, accepting the substantial multicore deficit.