AMD Ryzen 5 1400 vs Intel Core i5-4570S Comparison

The database places both processors at the 37th percentile among all CPUs, with average benchmark scores of 1426 for the Intel Core i5-4570S and 1410 for the AMD Ryzen 5 1400. That near parity in overall standing masks a sharp split in the head-to-head results, where the two chips trade wins depending on the workload and the benchmark generation.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data covers four Cinebench tests, and the results are lopsided in favor of the AMD Ryzen 5 1400. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen scores 688 against the Intel's 428, a 37.8% lead. The single-core R15 test is even more decisive: the Ryzen posts 133.75 versus 60, a 55.1% advantage. Moving to the newer Cinebench R23 suite, the Ryzen again wins single-core, scoring 832 against 600, a 27.9% margin. The only Intel victory comes in R23 multi-core, where the i5-4570S scores 4256 versus 3985, a 6.8% edge.

These numbers reveal a clear pattern. The Ryzen 5 1400 dominates the older R15 tests and the single-core R23 test, while the Intel chip manages a narrow win in the multi-core R23 workload. The Ryzen's extra threads (8 versus 4) likely contribute to its R15 multi-core lead, but the Intel's higher boost clock (3.60 GHz versus 3.40 GHz) may explain its R23 multi-core success. The single-core results are particularly striking: the Ryzen leads by more than half in R15 and by over a quarter in R23, suggesting a fundamental architectural advantage in per-thread performance.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i5-4570S is built on Intel's 22 nm Haswell process, with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. It has 4 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost of 3.60 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. It supports DDR3 memory in dual-channel mode, has no ECC support, and includes Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics. It uses the Intel Socket 1150 and was released in June 2013.

The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 is built on GlobalFoundries' 14 nm Zen process, with 4,800 million transistors on a 213 mm² die. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost of 3.40 GHz. Its cache includes 96 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. It supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, includes ECC support, and has no integrated graphics. It uses the AMD Socket AM4 and was released in April 2017. Its multiplier is unlocked, and its launch MSRP was $169.

The two chips also differ in production status: the Ryzen is listed as active, while the Intel has no status recorded. The Ryzen's larger transistor count and die size reflect its newer process and more complex design, though these do not directly translate to performance.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the head-to-head benchmarks, the Ryzen 5 1400 wins three of four tests: Cinebench R15 multi-core, R15 single-core, and R23 single-core. The Intel i5-4570S wins only in Cinebench R23 multi-core. This split suggests that the Ryzen is the stronger choice for single-threaded workloads, where it leads by 55.1% and 27.9% in the two single-core tests. For multi-threaded tasks, the picture is mixed: the Ryzen leads by 37.8% in the older R15 test, but the Intel leads by 6.8% in the newer R23 test.

The Ryzen's additional threads and larger cache (8 MB L3 versus 6 MB) likely help in the R15 multi-core test, while the Intel's higher boost clock may give it an edge in the R23 multi-core workload. The Ryzen also supports ECC memory and has an unlocked multiplier, making it suitable for overclocking and error-correcting memory configurations. The Intel, on the other hand, includes integrated graphics, which is essential for systems without a discrete GPU. The Ryzen has no integrated graphics, so it requires a separate graphics card.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has better single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 wins in both Cinebench R15 and R23 single-core tests, with scores of 133.75 versus 60 (55.1% higher) and 832 versus 600 (27.9% higher) respectively.

Q: Which CPU has better multi-core performance?

A: It depends on the benchmark. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 5 1400 scores 688 versus 428, a 37.8% lead. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel i5-4570S scores 4256 versus 3985, a 6.8% lead.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 1400 support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 1400 has ECC memory support, while the Intel i5-4570S does not.

Q: Does the Intel i5-4570S have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Intel HD 4600. The Ryzen 5 1400 has no integrated graphics.

Q: How many threads does each CPU have?

A: The Intel i5-4570S has 4 threads, while the Ryzen 5 1400 has 8 threads.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Ryzen 5 1400?

A: The launch MSRP was $169.

Specification Differences

| Feature | Intel Core i5-4570S | AMD Ryzen 5 1400 |

|---------|---------------------|------------------|

| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |

| Threads | 4 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.90 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.60 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1150 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Haswell | Zen |

| Process node | 22 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 4,800 million |

| Die size | 177 mm² | 213 mm² |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 96 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 256 KB per core | 512 KB per core |

| L3 cache | 6 MB shared | 8 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR3 | DDR4 |

| Memory bandwidth | Not listed | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | False | True |

| Integrated graphics | Intel HD 4600 | None |

| Release date | June 2013 | April 2017 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $169 |

| Multiplier unlocked | False | True |

| Part number | SR14J | YD1400BBM4KAEYD1400BBAEBOX |

| Production status | Not listed | Active |

Both CPUs share 4 cores, a 65 W TDP, dual-channel memory support, and PCIe Gen 3 connectivity, though the Ryzen specifies 16 lanes for the CPU only.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 winning three of four head-to-head benchmarks, including both single-core tests and the older multi-core test. It also offers more threads, a larger cache, ECC support, an unlocked multiplier, and a newer process node. The Intel i5-4570S counters with a win in the Cinebench R23 multi-core test and includes integrated graphics, which the Ryzen lacks. For users who need a CPU with built-in display output, the Intel is the only option. For those with a discrete GPU and workloads that benefit from higher single-core performance or additional threads, the Ryzen 5 1400 appears stronger. The Intel's higher boost clock (3.60 GHz versus 3.40 GHz) may explain its R23 multi-core win, but the Ryzen's overall head-to-head record and feature set make it the more versatile processor in most scenarios.