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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core i7-14701TE, which wins 9 of the 11 shared benchmark comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G secures only 2 wins, both in single-threaded tests. The Intel part’s largest margin comes in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where it scores 143 versus 36 for the AMD, a delta of -74.8% from the AMD’s perspective. That means the Intel processor delivers roughly four times the performance in that specific workload. The floating point math test is similarly lopsided: Intel scores 50,219 against AMD’s 25,245, a -49.7% gap. Physics results follow the same pattern, with Intel at 1,860 and AMD at 701, a -62.3% difference. These three tests highlight the raw computational headroom the Intel chip brings to heavily parallel, math-intensive tasks.

The multi-threaded PassMark score confirms the trend. Intel posts 20,042 versus AMD’s 14,033, a -30% delta. Integer math shows Intel ahead at 65,792 versus 45,910, a -30.2% gap. Data compression favors Intel at 220,520 against 168,041, a -23.8% difference. Extended instructions land at 14,354 for Intel and 11,935 for AMD, a -16.9% margin. Random string sorting has Intel at 22,760 versus 18,819, a -17.3% gap. Data encryption is the closest of the Intel wins: 11,699 versus 10,288, a -12.1% delta. Across every parallel workload in the database, the Intel Core i7-14701TE holds a substantial advantage, ranging from roughly 12% to 75%.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G does claim a notable victory in single-threaded performance. In passmark_single_thread, AMD scores 3,096 while Intel scores 2,637, a 17.4% advantage for AMD. The same result appears in the passmark_singlethread entry, which is a duplicate test name with identical scores. This is the only category where the AMD part leads, but it leads by a wide margin. The single-thread score is particularly relevant for older or lightly threaded applications, where the AMD’s higher clock behavior and architecture efficiency can overcome the Intel part’s larger core count. The data suggests that for tasks that cannot use more than one or two cores, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is the stronger choice.

However, the average benchmark scores tell a different story. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has an average benchmark score of 27,382, which places it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average score of 26,013, placing it in the 78th percentile. This apparent contradiction arises because the average includes different test suites. The AMD’s average is pulled up by its strong single-thread result and by the fact that its benchmark list lacks the Cinebench tests that appear in the Intel’s list. The Intel part has Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 results, which are not present for the AMD. Those Cinebench scores are relatively low compared to the PassMark scores, which lowers Intel’s average. The head-to-head comparison, which uses only the tests both CPUs share, is the more direct measure of relative performance in identical workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It packs 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake, specifically Raptor Lake-R, built on Intel’s 10 nm process. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads, exactly double the core and thread counts of the AMD part. The process node difference is significant: 7 nm versus 10 nm, which explains part of the AMD’s efficiency advantage in single-thread performance despite having fewer cores.

Cache hierarchies differ markedly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The Intel’s larger L3 cache, more than four times the AMD’s total, helps it feed its eight cores in multi-threaded workloads. The AMD’s smaller cache is adequate for four cores but cannot compensate for the core count disadvantage. The die size also differs: AMD measures 180 mm², while Intel measures 257 mm². The AMD’s smaller die on a more advanced process node reflects its simpler design with fewer cores.

Memory support is another differentiator. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports only DDR4 memory, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The AMD’s memory bandwidth is listed at 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel’s memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The Intel part’s ability to run DDR5 gives it a potential bandwidth advantage in systems configured with newer memory, though the recorded data does not include a measured bandwidth figure for Intel. Both CPUs support ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation and reliability-focused builds.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This is a major architectural difference for storage and GPU bandwidth. PCIe Gen 5 doubles the per-lane bandwidth compared to Gen 4 and quadruples it compared to Gen 3. For systems using the latest NVMe drives or high-end graphics cards, the Intel part’s newer PCIe standard provides more headroom. Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD uses Radeon Vega 6, while the Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are capable of basic display output, but the database does not include comparative graphics benchmarks, so no performance conclusion can be drawn from the recorded data.

The Verdict

The benchmark results indicate that the Intel Core i7-14701TE is the superior processor for multi-threaded workloads. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with 33 MB of L3 cache, deliver consistent wins across all parallel PassMark tests. The margins are not trivial: 30% in multi-thread, 49.7% in floating point, 62.3% in physics, and 74.8% in prime number finding. For any task that scales across cores, such as rendering, video encoding, scientific computation, or database operations, the Intel part is the clear choice. The data shows no multi-threaded test where the AMD part comes close.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is the better option for single-threaded performance. Its 17.4% lead in passmark_single_thread is the largest margin recorded in either direction. This matters for applications that are poorly parallelized, such as legacy software, certain simulation tools, or lightly threaded games. The AMD also uses less power in its listed TDP of 65 watts versus Intel’s 45 watts, though the Intel’s lower TDP is notable given its higher performance. The AMD’s smaller die and more advanced 7 nm process suggest better power efficiency per core, but the database does not include measured power consumption, so that conclusion is qualitative.

For system builders, the choice depends on workload. A user running heavily threaded professional applications should pick the Intel Core i7-14701TE for its 9 out of 11 head-to-head wins and its massive margins in parallel tests. A user running mostly single-threaded applications or valuing the highest possible single-core response should pick the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G, which wins the only single-thread test in the database. The Intel part also offers newer PCIe Gen 5 and DDR5 support, while the AMD is limited to PCIe Gen 3 and DDR4. The AMD’s average benchmark score is slightly higher at 27,382 versus 26,013, but that is skewed by the different test sets. The head-to-head data is unambiguous: Intel wins 9 of 11 shared tests.

Specification Differences

The two CPUs differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 4.00 GHz for AMD and 2.10 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.20 GHz for AMD and 5.20 GHz for Intel. The AMD’s higher base clock reflects its smaller core count, while the Intel’s higher boost clock shows its single-core ceiling. TDP is 65 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel. The AMD uses Socket AM4, while the Intel uses Socket 1700. The process node is 7 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. Die size is 180 mm² for AMD and 257 mm² for Intel. The AMD’s transistor count is listed as 10,700 million, while the Intel’s transistor count is not recorded. L1 cache is 64 KB per core for AMD and 80 KB per core for Intel. L2 cache is 512 KB per core for AMD and 2 MB per core for Intel. L3 cache is 8 MB for AMD and 33 MB shared for Intel. Memory support is DDR4 only for AMD, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is listed at 51.2 GB/s for AMD and is not recorded for Intel. PCIe is Gen 3 with 16 lanes for AMD, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 6 for AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for Intel. Release dates are 2024-09-04 for AMD and 2024-06-30 for Intel. Neither CPU has a recorded launch MSRP. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores?

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

Q: What is the single-threaded performance difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 3,096 in passmark_single_thread, which is 17.4% higher than the Intel Core i7-14701TE’s score of 2,637.

Q: Which CPU wins the most benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 9 of the 11 shared head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G wins 2.

Q: What is the largest performance gap in the head-to-head results?

A: The largest gap is in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where the Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 143 versus the AMD’s 36, a -74.8% delta.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and the Intel Core i7-14701TE have ECC memory support.

Q: What PCIe versions do the two CPUs use?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Q: Which CPU has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has an average benchmark score of 27,382, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average score of 26,013. The AMD also sits in the 79th percentile versus the Intel’s 78th percentile.