AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F records an average benchmark score of 38149, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 scores 34881. The Intel part sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, with the AMD part at the 84th percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F scores 3873 in PassMark single-thread testing, which is 18.5% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 150's 3155. The Intel chip also reaches a boost clock of 5.00 GHz compared to 4.55 GHz on the AMD.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part also has a higher TDP at 65 watts versus 35 watts for the AMD.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: Both support DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 lists DDR5 only, while the Intel Core i5-14490F supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part has a listed memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s; no bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel part.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 includes a Radeon 660M integrated GPU. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, as indicated by the N/A entry in its specifications.

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 records zero wins in the database's direct comparison tests.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses the Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt-R codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 210 mm². The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a die size of 215 mm².

The cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. These larger cache allocations on the Intel side contribute to its performance advantages in cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 supports only DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Intel Core i5-14490F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode. The AMD part lists a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no such figure is recorded for the Intel part.

PCIe connectivity differs in generation and lane count. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part also has a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz versus 4.55 GHz for the AMD, despite having a lower base clock of 2.50 GHz compared to 3.30 GHz.

The AMD processor is classified as a mobile part using AMD Socket FP7, with a part number of 100-000000990 (FP7r2). The Intel processor is a desktop part using Intel Socket 1700, with part number SRN35. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and neither supports ECC memory.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows a consistent pattern of Intel dominance across all 11 benchmark comparisons. The largest deltas appear in prime number finding and physics simulations. In the PassMark find prime numbers test, the Intel Core i5-14490F scores 122 against the AMD Ryzen 5 150's 47, a 61.5% gap. The physics test shows the same 61.5% delta, with Intel at 2093 and AMD at 806.

Floating point math also shows a major separation. The Intel part scores 66558 versus 35118 for the AMD, a 47.2% advantage. This aligns with the Intel chip's larger core count and higher boost clock. Integer math performance is closer but still favors Intel: 87844 versus 62151, a 29.2% delta.

Multithreaded performance follows the same direction. The Intel Core i5-14490F scores 28662 in PassMark multithread testing, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 scores 17492, a 39% gap. Data compression shows a 37.9% delta favoring Intel at 340026 versus 211289. Random string sorting records a 37.1% delta with Intel at 35608 and AMD at 22382.

Extended instruction workloads favor Intel by 32.5%, with scores of 21731 against 14675. Data encryption shows a 26.3% delta, Intel at 18225 versus AMD at 13425. The smallest gap appears in single-thread performance: Intel scores 3873 against 3155, an 18.5% delta.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 records zero wins across all head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core i5-14490F wins 11 out of 11 recorded tests. The average benchmark scores reflect this overall trend: Intel at 38149 versus AMD at 34881, a difference of roughly 9.4% when calculated from the recorded figures.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across multiple specification fields. Core count: AMD has 6 cores, Intel has 10. Thread count: AMD has 12, Intel has 16. Base clock: AMD runs at 3.30 GHz, Intel at 2.50 GHz. Boost clock: AMD reaches 4.55 GHz, Intel reaches 5.00 GHz.

TDP: AMD is rated at 35 watts, Intel at 65 watts. Socket: AMD uses FP7, Intel uses Socket 1700. Architecture: AMD uses Zen 3+, Intel uses Raptor Lake. Process node: AMD uses 6 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm from its own foundry. Die size: AMD measures 210 mm², Intel measures 215 mm².

Cache: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. Memory support: AMD lists DDR5 only, Intel lists DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD lists 76.8 GB/s, Intel lists no figure.

PCIe: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD includes Radeon 660M, Intel has none. Market segment: AMD is Mobile, Intel is Desktop. Release date: AMD is dated 2025-09-30, Intel is dated 2023-12-31.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core i5-14490F wins in every measured category. Single-thread workloads favor Intel by 18.5%, which covers everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications. Multithreaded workloads favor Intel by 39%, which includes rendering, compilation, and batch processing tasks. Floating point math shows a 47.2% advantage for Intel, relevant for scientific and simulation workloads. Prime number finding and physics simulations show the largest deltas at 61.5% each.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 does not win any of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. Its advantages are structural rather than performance-based. It carries a lower TDP at 35 watts versus 65 watts, which suggests lower power draw in sustained operation. It includes integrated Radeon 660M graphics, enabling display output without a discrete GPU. It also uses a smaller 6 nm process node, which typically indicates higher transistor density per area.

The AMD part's mobile classification and FP7 socket point toward portable or compact system integration. The Intel part's desktop classification and Socket 1700 point toward traditional tower builds. The AMD part's DDR5-only memory support simplifies the memory subsystem, while the Intel part's dual DDR4/DDR5 support offers broader compatibility with existing memory modules. The Intel part's Gen 5 PCIe support provides newer interconnect bandwidth, though with fewer CPU lanes at 16 versus 20 for the AMD part.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points decisively toward the Intel Core i5-14490F for raw performance. It leads the AMD Ryzen 5 150 in every single recorded benchmark, with deltas ranging from 18.5% in single-thread work to 61.5% in physics and prime number tests. Its average benchmark score of 38149 places it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, compared to 34881 and the 84th percentile for the AMD part. For users prioritizing compute throughput, the Intel processor is the clear selection based on this dataset.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 presents a different profile. Its 35-watt TDP, integrated Radeon 660M graphics, and mobile socket designation indicate a design focused on efficiency and system integration rather than peak performance. The 6 nm process node and 6-core configuration support this interpretation. Users who need display output without a separate GPU, or who require lower power consumption, may find the AMD part suitable for their constraints.

The Intel processor's larger cache allocations, higher core count, and higher boost clock align with its benchmark dominance. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration with 24 MB of L3 cache provides more parallel execution resources and more cache capacity than the AMD's 6-core, 12-thread design with 16 MB of L3. The 61.5% delta in physics simulations reflects this structural advantage in heavily threaded scenarios.

Choosing between the two depends on the use case. The Intel Core i5-14490F delivers superior performance across all measured workloads, making it the appropriate choice for compute-intensive desktop tasks. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 offers a lower-power, mobile-oriented package with integrated graphics, suitable for systems where efficiency and GPU integration take priority over raw benchmark scores. The recorded data provides no scenario where the AMD part outperforms the Intel part in the tested metrics.