AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the AMD Ryzen 5 130 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE?

A: Both processors feature 6 cores and 12 threads, making them directly comparable in parallel workload capacity.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare between the two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 boosts up to 4.55 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE boosts up to 4.50 GHz. The AMD part holds a 0.05 GHz advantage at the top end.

Q: What process nodes do these chips use?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is built on a 6 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE uses Intel’s 10 nm process.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, whereas the AMD Ryzen 5 130 supports only DDR5.

Q: What is the difference in PCIe generation support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core i5-14401TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 5 130 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE list ECC memory support as enabled.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is built on the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R. This is a 6 nm design fabricated by TSMC, with a die size of 210 mm². The chip uses a 6-core, 12-thread layout, with 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Its base clock is 2.90 GHz with a boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The processor is designed for the mobile market segment, using the AMD Socket FP7. The integrated graphics are handled by a Radeon 660M. Memory support is limited to DDR5, running on a dual-channel bus with a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The chip provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). It was released on September 30, 2025, and remains in active production. The multiplier is locked, meaning overclocking is not supported at the hardware level.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh. This is a 10 nm design from Intel’s own foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The core configuration is identical in count: 6 cores and 12 threads. However, the cache hierarchy differs substantially. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The base clock is 2.00 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. This is a desktop part using the Intel Socket 1700. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, though no memory bandwidth figure is recorded. The chip offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). It was released on June 30, 2024, and also remains active in production. The multiplier is locked as well.

The fundamental architectural split comes down to process technology versus cache capacity. The AMD chip uses a smaller 6 nm node, which typically contributes to lower power draw, reflected in its 28 W TDP versus Intel’s 45 W TDP. The Intel chip compensates with a larger L3 cache (20 MB versus 16 MB) and more L2 cache per core (1.25 MB versus 512 KB). The Intel part also supports DDR4, which broadens platform compatibility, while AMD’s design is DDR5-only. PCIe generation favors Intel at Gen 5, though AMD provides more total lanes at 20 versus 16.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data for these two processors shows no direct head-to-head results in the database. The average benchmark score for both the AMD Ryzen 5 130 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE is recorded as 0, and the nearest rivals lists are empty. Both processors sit at the 50th percentile against all CPUs in the database, indicating a median position overall, but no comparative scores exist between these two specific parts.

Because there are no measured wins for either side in the head-to-head section, the analysis must rely on the architectural and specification data provided. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 carries a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz versus 2.00 GHz on the Intel part. That 0.90 GHz base-clock advantage suggests the AMD chip can sustain higher minimum throughput in lightly threaded or steady-state workloads. The boost clocks are nearly identical, with AMD at 4.55 GHz and Intel at 4.50 GHz, a 0.05 GHz difference that is effectively negligible for peak single-thread performance.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE holds advantages in cache capacity. The L1 cache per core is 80 KB versus 64 KB, a 16 KB difference. The L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB versus 512 KB, a 0.75 MB difference that could matter in workloads with frequent data reuse. The L3 cache is 20 MB versus 16 MB, a 4 MB difference. These larger caches can reduce memory latency and improve performance in cache-sensitive applications, though the AMD chip’s higher base clock may offset some of that in shorter bursts.

Memory bandwidth favors AMD, with 76.8 GB/s recorded, while Intel’s bandwidth is not listed in the database. That missing figure prevents a direct quantitative comparison, but the AMD number indicates a capable dual-channel DDR5 implementation. The Intel part’s support for DDR4 as well as DDR5 gives it more flexibility in platform memory choice, though the performance impact cannot be quantified from the available data.

The TDP figures show a clear split: the AMD chip is rated at 28 W, while the Intel chip is rated at 45 W. That 17 W difference suggests the AMD part will run cooler and consume less power under sustained load, which is relevant for compact or thermally constrained systems. The Intel part’s higher TDP implies more headroom for power delivery, but without benchmark scores, the actual performance per watt cannot be derived.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several recorded fields. The base clocks are distinct: AMD at 2.90 GHz, Intel at 2.00 GHz. The boost clocks differ slightly: AMD at 4.55 GHz, Intel at 4.50 GHz. TDP values differ by 17 W, with AMD at 28 W and Intel at 45 W.

The sockets are different: AMD uses Socket FP7, Intel uses Socket 1700. The architectures are different: AMD uses Zen 3+ (Rembrandt-R), Intel uses Raptor Lake (Raptor Lake-R). The process nodes differ: AMD uses 6 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm from Intel. The die sizes are similar but not identical: AMD at 210 mm², Intel at 215 mm².

Cache configurations differ across all levels. L1 cache per core is 64 KB on AMD versus 80 KB on Intel. L2 cache per core is 512 KB on AMD versus 1.25 MB on Intel. L3 shared cache is 16 MB on AMD versus 20 MB on Intel.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The memory bus is dual-channel on both, but memory bandwidth is only recorded for AMD at 76.8 GB/s. PCIe support differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 660M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Market segments differ: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Release dates differ: AMD was released on September 30, 2025, Intel on June 30, 2024. The part numbers also differ: AMD is 100-000000992(FP7r2), Intel is Q4T4SRNJP. Both have locked multipliers, and neither has a launch MSRP recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is positioned for mobile platforms, as indicated by its Socket FP7 and mobile market segment. Its lower 28 W TDP makes it suitable for thin-and-light notebooks or fanless designs where thermal output is tightly constrained. The higher base clock of 2.90 GHz provides a performance floor that exceeds the Intel chip’s 2.00 GHz base, which can help in sustained workloads that stay below boost thresholds. The 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, while not directly comparable to Intel’s unlisted figure, represents a solid dual-channel DDR5 implementation. The 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes offer more total connectivity than Intel’s 16 Gen 5 lanes, which may benefit systems needing multiple high-speed devices simultaneously.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE is a desktop part, built for Socket 1700 systems. Its larger cache hierarchy, with 80 KB L1, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB L3, gives it a structural advantage in workloads that repeatedly access working sets larger than AMD’s 16 MB L3. The PCIe Gen 5 support, despite fewer lanes, provides higher per-lane bandwidth for GPUs or NVMe storage that can utilize that newer standard. The dual memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 allows builders to reuse older DDR4 modules or adopt newer DDR5, depending on platform availability and preference. The 45 W TDP indicates more thermal headroom for sustained turbo operation, though the exact duration of boost behavior is not recorded.

For single-threaded tasks, the nearly identical boost clocks (4.55 GHz versus 4.50 GHz) suggest parity, with AMD holding a marginal edge. For multi-threaded tasks, the identical 6-core, 12-thread counts mean the outcome depends on cache behavior and power limits. The Intel part’s larger caches may provide an edge in data-heavy workloads, while the AMD part’s lower power draw may allow it to sustain clocks longer in thermally limited mobile chassis.

In summary, the AMD Ryzen 5 130 wins on power efficiency, base clock, memory bandwidth, and lane count. The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins on cache capacity, memory flexibility, PCIe generation, and desktop platform positioning. Without recorded benchmark scores, the database cannot assign a definitive performance winner, but the architectural profiles point to AMD for mobile efficiency and Intel for desktop cache-heavy workloads.