AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-14401E wins every single recorded comparison, taking all six head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not register a single victory in the paired benchmark set. The Intel part leads by a consistent margin of 14.6% to 14.7% across all Cinebench iterations, which indicates a uniform performance advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 18,161 against the AMD Ryzen 5 220's 15,502, a 14.6% deficit for the AMD chip. The single-core result in the same benchmark shows 2,564 for Intel versus 2,188 for AMD, a 14.7% gap. These margins hold steady through Cinebench R20 (7,627 versus 6,510 multi-core, 1,076 versus 918 single-core) and Cinebench R15 (1,830 versus 1,562 multi-core, 258 versus 220 single-core). The consistency of the delta across all three Cinebench versions suggests the performance difference is structural, tied to the fundamental design of each processor, rather than a quirk of any particular benchmark revision.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 does have a wider benchmark portfolio in the database, including PassMark tests and Geekbench results, where its average benchmark score is 22,289. However, the head-to-head comparison only includes Cinebench tests, and in all of those, the Intel part is ahead. The Intel Core i5-14401E's average benchmark score of 5,253 is drawn from a smaller test set, which makes direct aggregate comparisons across different suites unreliable. The paired tests, though, are the controlled comparison, and they favor Intel decisively.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz. Despite the AMD part's higher boost frequency, the Intel part still wins all single-core benchmarks, which indicates that clock speed alone does not determine performance in these tests.

Q: How do the two processors compare in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E scores 18,161 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen 5 220 scores 15,502. The Intel part is 14.6% ahead in this test.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 5 220 and the Intel Core i5-14401E have 6 cores and 12 threads. The performance difference is not explained by core or thread count, as they are identical in this regard.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking against all CPUs in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 sits at the 75th percentile against all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile. The AMD part's higher percentile is based on its broader benchmark set, which includes PassMark tests where it likely benefits from its integrated graphics and other features.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a TDP of 28, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has a TDP of 65. The AMD part is rated for substantially lower power draw, which aligns with its mobile market segment, while the Intel part is a desktop chip.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not. This is a notable feature difference for workloads that require error-correcting memory.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process by Intel's own foundry. The process node difference is substantial: the AMD part uses a smaller, more advanced fabrication process, while the Intel part uses a larger node.

The AMD processor integrates 20,900 million transistors on a die size of 137 mm². The Intel processor does not have a listed transistor count in the database, but its die size is 215 mm². The smaller die with a higher transistor count for the AMD part indicates a denser design, which is consistent with the more advanced process node.

Cache layouts differ between the two. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches and a larger L3 pool, which likely contributes to its single-core performance advantage.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD part supports only DDR5 memory, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part does not have a bandwidth figure recorded. Both use dual-channel memory buses. ECC memory is supported by the Intel part but not by the AMD part.

PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD Ryzen 5 220 uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part offers newer PCIe generations and more lanes.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 740M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. The market segments are different: the AMD part is classified as Mobile, while the Intel part is classified as Desktop. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear winner for raw compute performance: the Intel Core i5-14401E. It wins all six head-to-head benchmarks with a consistent 14.6% to 14.7% margin, which is a meaningful and repeatable gap. For any workload measured by Cinebench, the Intel part is the faster processor.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220, however, has advantages that are not captured in the head-to-head suite. It has a higher boost clock (4.90 GHz versus 4.70 GHz), a smaller process node (4 nm versus 10 nm), a smaller die (137 mm² versus 215 mm²), and a significantly lower TDP (28 versus 65). It also sits at a higher percentile against all CPUs in the database (75th versus 60th), though this is partly because its benchmark portfolio includes PassMark tests that the Intel part lacks.

For users prioritizing maximum Cinebench scores, the Intel Core i5-14401E is the pick. For users prioritizing power efficiency, smaller physical footprint, or mobile deployment, the AMD Ryzen 5 220 has clear structural advantages. The Intel part is a desktop chip with a higher power envelope and faster benchmark results. The AMD part is a mobile chip with lower power draw and newer fabrication technology.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The AMD part has both higher base and boost clocks.

TDP is markedly different: the AMD part is rated at 28, the Intel part at 65. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part is built on a 4 nm TSMC process with 20,900 million transistors and a 137 mm² die. The Intel part uses a 10 nm Intel process with no listed transistor count and a 215 mm² die.

Cache configurations differ across all levels. The AMD part has 64 KB L1, 1 MB L2, and 16 MB L3. The Intel part has 80 KB L1, 1.25 MB L2, and 20 MB L3. Memory support: the AMD part supports only DDR5, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part lists 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth; the Intel part has no bandwidth figure. ECC: AMD does not support it, Intel does.

PCIe: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes, the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 740M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Market segment: AMD is Mobile, Intel is Desktop. Neither processor is multiplier unlocked. The AMD part's release date is January 2025, the Intel part's release date is June 2024.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in every benchmark category where both processors have recorded scores. This includes all Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 tests, both multi-core and single-core. The margin is consistent at roughly 14.6% to 14.7%, which makes the Intel part the stronger choice for rendering, CPU-bound computation, and any workload that relies on Cinebench-style performance.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 wins on architectural efficiency. Its 4 nm process node, 28 TDP, and 137 mm² die size indicate a much more power-conscious design. Its higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz suggests strong peak single-thread capability, even though the benchmark results show the Intel part pulling ahead in practice. The AMD part also has a higher percentile ranking against all CPUs (75th versus 60th), which reflects its broader benchmark portfolio including PassMark tests.

For mobile or low-power systems, the AMD Ryzen 5 220 is the logical choice. Its socket (FP8) and market segment (Mobile) are designed for laptops and compact devices. For desktop systems where power draw is less of a concern and peak compute is the goal, the Intel Core i5-14401E delivers measurably higher scores. The Intel part also offers ECC memory support and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, which are meaningful for workstation or server-adjacent use cases. The AMD part counters with a smaller process node and integrated Radeon graphics, which may be more capable for lightweight graphical tasks.