AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a complete set of benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen 3 210, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE has no recorded benchmark scores in the current dataset. This makes a direct side-by-side comparison of measured performance impossible. The Ryzen 3 210 posts an average benchmark score of 17,321 across all tests, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 with an average score of 17,333 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core 7 150U at 17,395 (0.4% higher), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G at 17,278 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i5-12450H at 17,239 (0.5% lower). These margins are narrow, indicating the Ryzen 3 210 sits in a tightly contested performance band.

Looking at the recorded benchmark results for the Ryzen 3 210, multi-threaded workloads show a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11,198 and a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 4,703. The Cinebench R15 multi-core result is 1,128. Single-thread performance is represented by Cinebench R23 single-core at 1,581, Cinebench R20 single-core at 664, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 159. PassMark results include a multi-thread score of 13,585 and a single-thread score of 3,724. The data also includes specialized workloads: integer math scores 37,933, floating point math scores 23,649, extended instructions score 11,464, data compression scores 152,017, and data encryption scores 8,607. Random string sorting reaches 19,454, find prime numbers scores 49, and physics scores 821.

Since the Intel Core i9-14901KE has no benchmark entries, the head-to-head comparison is limited to architectural and specification differences. The Intel part is configured with 8 cores and 16 threads, double the core and thread count of the AMD part, which has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel base clock is 3.80 GHz with a boost clock of 5.80 GHz, while the AMD base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. These clock differences, combined with the core count advantage, suggest the Intel processor would likely dominate multi-threaded workloads, but the absence of measured scores prevents any quantitative confirmation. The database records no wins for either processor in a head-to-head sense, because no shared benchmark results exist.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports only a limited verdict. For users relying on measured benchmark outcomes, the AMD Ryzen 3 210 is the only processor in this comparison with verified performance data. Its 71st percentile ranking and average score of 17,321 place it in the upper-middle range of all CPUs, with competition from the Ryzen 5 4500, Core 7 150U, Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G, and Core i5-12450H all within 0.5% of its average score. The Intel Core i9-14901KE cannot be positioned on a performance curve because its average benchmark score is recorded as zero and its percentile is 50, which reflects the absence of test data rather than actual performance.

From a specification standpoint, the Intel Core i9-14901KE offers double the cores and threads, a higher base clock by 0.80 GHz, and a higher boost clock by 1.10 GHz. It also carries a larger shared L3 cache of 36 MB compared to 8 MB, and per-core L2 cache of 2 MB versus 1 MB. These structural advantages point to a processor designed for higher throughput in heavily parallel tasks. The AMD Ryzen 3 210, by contrast, uses a 4 nm process from TSMC with 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while the Intel part uses Intel's 10 nm process on a 257 mm² die. The AMD processor has a thermal design power of 28 watts, while the Intel processor is rated at 125 watts, a substantial difference in power envelope that aligns with their respective mobile and desktop market segments.

The data does not support a blanket recommendation for either part. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 is the only one with proven benchmark results, making it the defensible choice for anyone who requires measured performance. The Intel Core i9-14901KE remains a specification-only entry in the database, and any claim about its real-world speed must be treated as unverified.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins in the category of verified performance data. Its benchmark suite covers Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both multi-core and single-core modes, plus seven PassMark workloads. The highest recorded result is data compression at 152,017, followed by integer math at 37,933 and floating point math at 23,649. These scores demonstrate strong capability in compression and arithmetic workloads relative to its peer group. The processor's 28 watt TDP and mobile market segment indicate a design focused on efficiency, and its 4 nm process node from TSMC supports that positioning. Its integrated Radeon 740M graphics add functionality for systems without a discrete GPU, and its DDR5 memory support with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth provides a modern memory interface.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE wins on raw specification headroom. Its 5.80 GHz boost clock is the highest clock figure in this comparison, and its 8 core, 16 thread configuration doubles the AMD part's thread capacity. The 36 MB shared L3 cache is 4.5 times larger than the AMD part's 8 MB. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving platform flexibility that the AMD part lacks, since the Ryzen 3 210 supports DDR5 only. The Intel processor also includes ECC memory support, which the AMD processor does not offer. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes is another advantage, compared to the AMD part's PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes. The Intel part has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the AMD multiplier is locked, which matters for overclocking-oriented builds. Its desktop market segment and 125 watt TDP indicate it is intended for sustained high-load operation rather than mobile efficiency.

For a user choosing based on data availability, the AMD Ryzen 3 210 is the only option with recorded scores. For a user prioritizing core count, cache size, memory flexibility, and overclocking, the Intel Core i9-14901KE presents a stronger specification sheet, though its actual benchmark performance remains unrecorded.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the AMD Ryzen 3 210?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has an average benchmark score of 17,321, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the Intel Core i9-14901KE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists an average benchmark score of zero for the Intel Core i9-14901KE and its percentile is 50, with no individual test results recorded.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 3 210 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: Its average score of 17,321 is 0.1% below the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (17,333), 0.4% below the Intel Core 7 150U (17,395), 0.2% above the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (17,278), and 0.5% above the Intel Core i5-12450H (17,239).

Q: What are the core and thread counts of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the thermal design power of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 210 is rated at 28 watts, and the Intel Core i9-14901KE is rated at 125 watts.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 does not list ECC memory support.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the codename Hawk Point, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It integrates 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core i9-14901KE uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die size. The transistor count for the Intel part is not recorded.

The cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i9-14901KE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches and the 4.5 times larger L3 cache on the Intel part suggest a design aimed at reducing memory latency in data-heavy workloads.

Memory support also differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, but its memory bandwidth is not recorded. ECC memory is supported on the Intel part but not on the AMD part.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD processor integrates Radeon 740M graphics, while the Intel processor integrates UHD Graphics 770.

The sockets and market segments are distinct. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP7 and is classified as a mobile processor. The Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a desktop processor. The AMD processor has a locked multiplier, while the Intel multiplier is unlocked. The release dates differ, with the Intel Core i9-14901KE released on June 30, 2024, and the AMD Ryzen 3 210 released on January 5, 2025. Both processors are marked as active in production status. The Intel part belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, while the AMD part carries no series designation.