AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 and Intel Core i9-14901KE occupy distinctly different positions in the database. The Ryzen 5 150 is a mobile processor with a 35 W TDP, six cores, and a 3.30 GHz base clock, while the Core i9-14901KE is a desktop part with a 125 W TDP, eight cores, and a 3.80 GHz base clock. The recorded benchmark data shows the Ryzen 5 150 delivering an average score of 34881, placing it in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, while the Core i9-14901KE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, leaving its average score at zero and its percentile at 50. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison: the Ryzen 5 150 has measurable performance data across eleven tests, while the Core i9-14901KE appears only through its architectural specifications.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 150 wins in every benchmark category where data exists, simply because the database contains no test scores for the Core i9-14901KE. The Ryzen 5 150 records a PassMark multithread score of 17492 and a single-thread score of 3155, alongside specialized tests such as data compression at 211289, data encryption at 13425, extended instructions at 14675, find prime numbers at 47, floating point math at 35118, integer math at 62151, physics at 806, and random string sorting at 22382. These numbers indicate a capable mobile processor that competes closely with several Intel mobile and server parts.

The Core i9-14901KE, however, has a zero average benchmark score and no wins attributed to it. This does not mean it is slower; it means the database has not captured any test results for this desktop chip. The comparison therefore relies on architectural and specification differences rather than direct score comparisons. The Ryzen 5 150 clearly wins the measurable performance contest because it is the only one with measurements. The Core i9-14901KE wins in raw hardware specifications: more cores, more threads, higher base and boost clocks, larger caches, and support for newer PCIe generations.

For use-case analysis, the Ryzen 5 150 targets mobile computing with a 35 W TDP and an integrated Radeon 660M GPU, making it suited for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency matters. The Core i9-14901KE targets desktop workloads with a 125 W TDP, an unlocked multiplier, and UHD Graphics 770, appealing to users who prioritize maximum clock speeds and upgrade flexibility. The data shows the Ryzen 5 150 as a measured performer; the Core i9-14901KE as an unmeasured specification sheet.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 150 uses AMD's Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 210 mm². The Core i9-14901KE uses Intel's Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a die size of 257 mm². These process differences indicate that AMD has a smaller transistor geometry, while Intel uses a larger die.

The Ryzen 5 150 has six cores and twelve threads, with 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i9-14901KE has eight cores and sixteen threads, with 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's cache hierarchy is substantially larger: the L2 per core is four times bigger, and the L3 is more than double the AMD part's capacity. This suggests the Core i9-14901KE can hold more working data closer to the cores, which often benefits repetitive compute loops.

Memory support also diverges. The Ryzen 5 150 supports only DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with a measured bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Core i9-14901KE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database does not list a bandwidth figure for it. The Intel part adds ECC memory support, which the AMD part lacks. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the Ryzen 5 150 offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i9-14901KE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving Intel a newer interface standard.

The integrated graphics differ: the Ryzen 5 150 uses a Radeon 660M, while the Core i9-14901KE uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD part is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP7, whereas the Intel part is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700. The production status for both is listed as Active, but the release dates differ: the Ryzen 5 150 was released on September 30, 2025, and the Core i9-14901KE on June 30, 2024. The Core i9-14901KE is part of the Core 14th Gen series, while the Ryzen 5 150 has no series designation in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons are impossible because the database contains no benchmark scores for the Core i9-14901KE. The head-to-head benchmark field is empty, and the Core i9-14901KE's benchmark array is empty. Consequently, the Ryzen 5 150's scores stand alone.

The Ryzen 5 150 achieves an average benchmark score of 34881. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon 6349P with an average score of 34890 and a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core 7 253PTE with 34962 and a delta of -0.2 percent, the Intel Core i7-13800H with 34988 and a delta of -0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i9-12900HX with 35003 and a delta of -0.3 percent. This means the Ryzen 5 150 sits within 0.3 percent of these four processors, a tightly clustered group. The Ryzen 5 150 is essentially tied with the Xeon 6349P, and it trails the Core 7 253PTE, Core i7-13800H, and Core i9-12900HX by fractions of a percent.

The percentile data confirms the Ryzen 5 150's standing: 84th percentile among all CPUs, indicating it outperforms the majority of processors in the database. The Core i9-14901KE sits at the 50th percentile, but this is based on a zero average score, which likely reflects missing data rather than actual performance. Without scores, the Core i9-14901KE cannot be ranked in any meaningful head-to-head comparison.

In the individual tests, the Ryzen 5 150's highest raw score is in data compression at 211289, followed by integer math at 62151, floating point math at 35118, and random string sorting at 22382. Its lowest scores are in find prime numbers at 47 and physics at 806. These figures provide a profile of a processor that excels at compression and integer workloads but shows lower absolute numbers in specialized math tests, which is typical for mobile parts with modest power envelopes.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. The Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core i9-14901KE has 8 cores and 16 threads, giving Intel a 2-core and 4-thread advantage. Base clocks are 3.30 GHz for AMD and 3.80 GHz for Intel, and boost clocks are 4.55 GHz for AMD and 5.80 GHz for Intel. Intel's boost clock is 1.25 GHz higher, a significant gap for single-threaded tasks.

Thermal design power differs substantially: the Ryzen 5 150 is rated at 35 W, while the Core i9-14901KE is rated at 125 W. This means the AMD part is designed for lower power consumption, while the Intel part requires a more robust cooling solution and power delivery. The sockets are incompatible: AMD Socket FP7 for the Ryzen 5 150, Intel Socket 1700 for the Core i9-14901KE.

Process nodes differ: 6 nm for AMD at TSMC, 10 nm for Intel. Die sizes are 210 mm² for AMD and 257 mm² for Intel. Cache configurations are as follows: L1 is 64 KB per core on AMD versus 80 KB per core on Intel, L2 is 512 KB per core versus 2 MB per core, and L3 is 16 MB shared versus 36 MB shared. Intel's larger caches across all levels are a clear specification advantage.

Memory support: AMD supports only DDR5, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is listed only for AMD at 76.8 GB/s; Intel's is not recorded. ECC memory is supported on Intel but not on AMD. PCIe: AMD has Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel has Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 660M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The market segment is Mobile for AMD and Desktop for Intel. The multiplier is locked on AMD and unlocked on Intel. Release dates are September 30, 2025 for AMD and June 30, 2024 for Intel. Both have no launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel holds a 2-core and 4-thread advantage.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has an average benchmark score of 34881. The Intel Core i9-14901KE has an average score of 0, because the database contains no recorded benchmark results for it.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 boosts to 4.55 GHz, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE boosts to 5.80 GHz. Intel's boost clock is 1.25 GHz higher.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the thermal design power ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has a TDP of 35 W, and the Intel Core i9-14901KE has a TDP of 125 W. The AMD part consumes significantly less power.

Q: Which processor uses a newer PCIe standard?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Intel offers the newer standard, though AMD provides more lanes.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, and the Intel Core i9-14901KE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's L3 is more than double AMD's.

Q: Which processor was released later?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 was released on September 30, 2025, and the Intel Core i9-14901KE was released on June 30, 2024. AMD's release came later.

The Verdict

The database presents a clear split: the AMD Ryzen 5 150 is a measured, benchmarked processor, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE is an unmeasured specification entry. For anyone relying on recorded performance data, the Ryzen 5 150 is the only option with evidence. Its average score of 34881 places it in the 84th percentile, and it sits within 0.3 percent of several strong Intel rivals, including the Core i9-12900HX and Core i7-13800H. The scores in data compression, integer math, and floating point math show a well-rounded mobile part.

The Core i9-14901KE, by contrast, offers a specification sheet that suggests higher potential: 8 cores, 16 threads, a 5.80 GHz boost clock, 36 MB of L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5, ECC support, and an unlocked multiplier. These features indicate a desktop processor aimed at high-performance computing, overclocking, and workloads that benefit from large caches and high clock speeds. However, the absence of benchmark scores means the database cannot confirm any performance claim for it.

The choice depends on the use case. For mobile systems, the Ryzen 5 150 with its 35 W TDP, Radeon 660M graphics, and DDR5 support is the data-backed option. For desktop builders who prioritize clock speed, core count, and cache size, the Core i9-14901KE presents the stronger specification profile, but its performance remains unverified in this database. The Ryzen 5 150 wins every recorded benchmark by default; the Core i9-14901KE wins every specification comparison where numbers exist. The verdict is a division of domains: measured performance versus theoretical capability.