AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 and the Intel Core i7-14701TE occupy very different positions in the processor landscape, and the benchmark data reflects that gap clearly. The Intel part wins every single head-to-head test recorded in the database, taking all 11 comparisons. The AMD chip does not register a single victory in any of the shared workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin of victory for the Intel Core i7-14701TE comes in the prime number finding test, where it scores 143 against the AMD Ryzen 3 30's 20. That represents an 86 percent deficit for the AMD processor, the most lopsided result in the entire comparison. This particular workload heavily favors the Intel chip's combination of higher core count and superior single-thread performance.

Floating point math shows a similarly dominant Intel performance. The Core i7-14701TE records 50,219 points while the Ryzen 3 30 manages only 14,448, a 71.2 percent gap. Physics calculations follow the same pattern, with Intel scoring 1,860 versus AMD's 436, leaving the Ryzen part 76.6 percent behind. These three workloads, prime numbers, floating point math, and physics, all reward the Intel processor's larger execution resources and higher boost clocks.

The multithreaded PassMark score places Intel at 20,042 and AMD at 9,027, a 55 percent difference. That result aligns with the core and thread counts, since the Intel chip offers 8 cores and 16 threads against the AMD part's 4 cores and 8 threads. Integer math shows a 54.6 percent advantage for Intel with scores of 65,792 versus 29,846. Extended instruction performance gives Intel 14,354 points against AMD's 6,075, a 57.7 percent gap.

Data encryption and compression tests narrow the margins somewhat but still favor Intel heavily. The encryption test shows Intel at 11,699 versus AMD at 6,461, a 44.8 percent difference. Data compression gives Intel 220,520 points and AMD 135,834, a 38.4 percent gap. Random string sorting represents the closest multithreaded result, with Intel scoring 22,760 and AMD 14,431, a 36.6 percent difference.

The single-thread tests provide the tightest overall comparison. Intel scores 2,637 in both the PassMark single-thread and single-thread variants, while AMD scores 2,465 in both. That leaves Intel ahead by only 6.5 percent, a much smaller margin than any other workload. This suggests that while the Intel processor dominates in multi-core scenarios, its single-core advantage is comparatively modest.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses a Zen 2 architecture on a 6 nm process node from TSMC, with a die size of 100 mm². It carries the Mendocino codename and targets the mobile market segment. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, on Intel's 10 nm process node, with a die size of 257 mm². It belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and targets desktop systems.

Core and thread counts differ by a factor of two. The AMD part provides 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel part provides 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks sit close together at 2.40 GHz for AMD and 2.10 GHz for Intel, but boost clocks diverge substantially. The AMD processor boosts to 4.10 GHz, while the Intel processor reaches 5.20 GHz, a full 1.1 GHz higher.

Cache hierarchies reflect the different core counts and design goals. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. That larger L3 allocation gives Intel a significant advantage in workloads that benefit from larger working sets.

Memory support separates the two as well. The AMD processor supports LPDDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with a measured bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, though the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. ECC memory support appears only on the Intel side.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. AMD provides PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. That difference matters for expansion options and storage bandwidth.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD includes a Radeon 610M, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. The database does not record benchmark scores for either integrated GPU, so the comparison rests on the CPU workloads alone.

Power envelopes diverge sharply. The AMD processor carries a 15 watt TDP, while the Intel processor carries a 45 watt TDP. That threefold difference explains some of the performance gap, as the Intel part has substantially more thermal headroom to sustain higher clocks across all cores. The AMD processor targets efficiency and the Intel processor targets throughput.

Release timing also differs. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 carries a release date of September 30, 2025, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE carries a release date of June 30, 2024. Both remain in active production according to the database.

The AMD processor uses an AMD Socket FT6, while the Intel processor uses an Intel Socket 1700. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a recorded part number of Q49GSRNJL, while the AMD part's part number is listed as unknown.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark results present a clear picture with no ambiguity. The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins every shared workload in the database. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not hold a single recorded advantage over its rival in any of the 11 head-to-head comparisons.

For the Intel processor, the strongest results come in compute-heavy integer and floating point workloads. The prime number test, floating point math, and physics all show Intel leading by more than 70 percent. These workloads reward the combination of 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 5.20 GHz boost clock. The extended instructions test and multithreaded PassMark score also show Intel with advantages above 55 percent.

The Intel processor shows relatively smaller advantages in memory-oriented tasks. Data compression scores 38.4 percent higher, random string sorting scores 36.6 percent higher, and data encryption scores 44.8 percent higher. These margins remain substantial but fall below the compute-heavy workloads.

The single-thread tests give Intel its narrowest wins. A 6.5 percent advantage in PassMark single-thread and single-thread scores suggests that per-core performance is closer than the aggregate results imply. The AMD Zen 2 cores hold up reasonably well in single-threaded execution, but the Intel Raptor Lake cores still win.

For the AMD Ryzen 3 30, the areas of relative strength appear where the core count disadvantage matters less. Single-thread performance comes closest to parity. Data compression and random string sorting also show smaller gaps than compute-heavy workloads, indicating that the AMD part's memory subsystem handles those tasks more competitively.

The AMD processor's 15 watt TDP and mobile market positioning suggest it targets efficiency-constrained environments. The Intel processor's 45 watt TDP and desktop market positioning target sustained multi-core throughput. Those positioning differences align with the benchmark outcomes.

The Verdict

The data supports only one conclusion for raw performance: the Intel Core i7-14701TE is the stronger processor in every measured category. Its average benchmark score of 26,013 places it at the 78th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 averages 20,137 and sits at the 74th percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 with an average score of 25,981 and a delta of 0.1 percent, plus the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS at 26,106 with a delta of -0.4 percent. The AMD Ryzen 3 30's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U at 20,249 with a delta of -0.6 percent and the AMD EPYC 7713P at 20,024 with a delta of 0.6 percent.

The Intel processor delivers more than double the multithreaded performance of the AMD part, with scores of 20,042 versus 9,027. Its floating point math score of 50,219 is nearly 3.5 times higher. Its physics score of 1,860 is more than 4 times higher. The prime number test result of 143 against 20 shows a 7-fold advantage.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does offer a much lower 15 watt TDP against the Intel part's 45 watt TDP. It also uses a smaller 6 nm process node from TSMC against Intel's 10 nm node. These factors point toward efficiency rather than peak performance. The AMD part's mobile market segment and LPDDR5 memory support align with thin-and-light system designs.

For users selecting between these two processors, the choice depends on the workload environment. The Intel Core i7-14701TE suits desktop systems that require maximum multi-core throughput, large L3 cache capacity, PCIe Gen 5 expansion, and ECC memory support. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 suits mobile systems that prioritize low power consumption, compact socket design, and adequate single-threaded performance.

The database shows no scenario where the AMD processor outperforms the Intel processor. Every benchmark, every workload, every recorded metric favors the Intel part. The only advantages the AMD chip holds are architectural and positional: lower TDP, smaller process node, and mobile form factor support.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the difference in boost clock speeds?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 boosts to 4.10 GHz, a difference of 1.1 GHz.

Q: How do the processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 2,637 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 scores 2,465, giving Intel a 6.5 percent advantage.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the power consumption figures?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Q: How many head-to-head benchmarks does each processor win?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 wins none.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average benchmark score of 26,013, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has an average score of 20,137.