AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

The database comparison between the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and the Intel Core i7-14701E shows a decisive performance gap. The Intel part wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, with the largest deltas appearing in multi-threaded and math-heavy workloads. The AMD processor, while a capable Zen 3 desktop part, is positioned firmly below the Core i7 in raw compute output.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E boosts to 5.40 GHz, whereas the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G boosts to 4.20 GHz. The base clocks are 2.60 GHz for Intel and 4.00 GHz for AMD.

Q: Which chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports DDR4 exclusively.

Q: How do the integrated graphics compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD chip is built on a 7 nm TSMC process, and the Intel chip is built on a 10 nm Intel process.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E records an average benchmark score of 33206, compared to 27382 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. The Intel part also holds a higher percentile versus all CPUs at 83, versus 79 for AMD.

The Verdict

The data points to a single conclusion: the Intel Core i7-14701E is the superior processor for every recorded workload. It wins all 11 head-to-head tests, including single-thread, multithread, integer math, floating-point math, and encryption. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G does not register a single win in the comparison set.

For users building a desktop system with a need for high multi-core throughput, the Intel part is the clear choice. Its multithread score of 26112 is 46.3% higher than the AMD chip's 14033, and its physics score of 2399 is 70.8% higher. The Intel processor also leads in single-thread performance with a score of 4305 versus 3096, a 28.1% advantage, which matters for applications that rely on per-core speed.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is not without merit, but its role is limited to a lower-end desktop configuration. It offers a 4-core Zen 3 design with a 4.00 GHz base clock, which is higher than Intel's 2.60 GHz base. It also has a smaller die size at 180 mm² versus 257 mm², and its 7 nm process node from TSMC is denser than Intel's 10 nm node. However, none of these traits translate into benchmark wins against the i7-14701E.

The verdict is straightforward: choose Intel for performance, and only consider AMD if the specific platform requirements, such as the AM4 socket or a smaller physical footprint, are non-negotiable.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single win for the Intel Core i7-14701E comes in the find prime numbers test, where it scores 176 against AMD's 36. That is a 79.5% lead, the biggest delta in the entire set. This suggests a massive advantage in integer-heavy, loop-based computation. Floating-point math also shows a wide gap: Intel scores 61873, AMD scores 25245, a 59.2% difference. Physics performance follows a similar pattern, with Intel at 2399 and AMD at 701, a 70.8% lead.

Multithread performance, a key metric for modern desktops, favors Intel by 46.3%. The i7-14701E records 26112, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G records 14033. This aligns with the core count difference: 8 cores and 16 threads versus 4 cores and 8 threads. Data compression also goes to Intel, with a score of 282939 versus 168041, a 40.6% margin. Random string sorting, another data-manipulation test, shows Intel ahead by 35.5% with 29158 versus 18819.

The smallest gap is in single-thread performance. Intel scores 4305, AMD scores 3096, a 28.1% lead. This is still a clear win, but it is the closest test in the set. Data encryption also falls to Intel, with 14862 versus 10288, a 30.8% margin. Extended instructions follow at 18528 versus 11935, a 35.6% difference. Integer math completes the picture with Intel at 81325 versus 45910, a 43.5% lead.

Across all 11 tests, the Intel Core i7-14701E maintains a consistent advantage. No benchmark shows AMD ahead, and the deltas range from 28.1% to 79.5%. The data confirms that the i7-14701E is not just faster in a few workloads; it is faster in every recorded category.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ sharply: Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads, AMD has 4 cores and 8 threads. Clock speeds also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The Intel Core i7-14701E has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Intel's boost advantage is substantial, 1.20 GHz higher, but AMD's base clock is 1.40 GHz higher.

Cache configurations are different as well. AMD offers 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB L3. Intel offers 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The Intel chip has a far larger L3 cache, 33 MB versus 8 MB, and larger per-core L2. Memory support splits the field: AMD supports DDR4 only, Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD specifies a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while Intel's bandwidth is not listed in the data.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Both sockets are different: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. Both chips have a 65 W TDP. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both support ECC memory. The integrated graphics units are Radeon Vega 6 for AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for Intel.

The process nodes also differ. AMD is on a 7 nm TSMC process with a die size of 180 mm² and 10,700 million transistors. Intel is on a 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm², and its transistor count is not recorded. Release dates fall in 2024 for both, with AMD at September 4 and Intel at June 30.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Cezanne codename, part of the Ryzen 3 generation. It is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with a transistor count of 10,700 million and a die size of 180 mm². The cache hierarchy is per-core for L1 and L2, with a shared 8 MB L3 pool. This is a compact, efficient design typical of AMD's 5000 series desktop parts.

The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen and Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². The cache layout is larger: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. Intel's process node is less dense than AMD's, but the chip compensates with more cores, more cache, and a higher boost clock.

The architectural split also shows in memory and I/O. AMD's Zen 3 pairs with DDR4 and PCIe Gen 3, while Intel's Raptor Lake supports DDR4 and DDR5 plus PCIe Gen 5. This makes the Intel platform more modern on the memory and connectivity front. Both chips integrate graphics, but AMD's Radeon Vega 6 and Intel's UHD Graphics 770 are different designs, with no benchmark data comparing them directly.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is defined by the degree of its advantage. For compute-heavy tasks such as prime number finding, floating-point math, and physics simulations, Intel is dominant with leads of 79.5%, 59.2%, and 70.8% respectively. These are workloads where the 8-core, 16-thread design and 5.40 GHz boost clock deliver outsized returns.

For content creation and data processing, Intel also leads. Multithread performance is 46.3% higher, which benefits video rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. Data compression is 40.6% higher, and random string sorting is 35.5% higher. The larger 33 MB L3 cache likely contributes to these wins, as it reduces memory latency for working sets that fit in cache.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has no benchmark wins to claim. Its strengths are structural rather than measured: a higher base clock of 4.00 GHz, a denser 7 nm process, a smaller die size, and a lower transistor count. These traits may appeal to a builder prioritizing power efficiency or a specific AM4 platform, but the recorded data does not show any performance category where AMD takes the lead. The closest margin is single-thread performance at 28.1%, but Intel still wins that test.

In practical terms, the Intel Core i7-14701E is the choice for any application that depends on raw CPU throughput. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G exists as a lower-core-count alternative, but the database shows no workload where it outperforms the Intel part. Users who need the AM4 socket or prefer the Zen 3 architecture will find a functional 4-core chip, but they will sacrifice performance in every measured category.