AMD Ryzen 5 230 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare between the AMD Ryzen 5 230 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE?

A: Both processors feature 6 cores and 12 threads, making them equivalent in terms of raw thread count for parallel workloads. The AMD Ryzen 5 230 uses a Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm process, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process.

Q: What are the clock speed differences between these two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 230 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The AMD part operates at substantially higher frequencies across both base and boost states.

Q: Which processor has more cache memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has larger per-core L1 cache at 80 KB per core compared to 64 KB per core on the AMD Ryzen 5 230. Intel also has more L2 cache (1.25 MB per core versus 1 MB per core) and more shared L3 cache (20 MB versus 16 MB).

Q: What is the thermal design power (TDP) of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 230 has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The AMD processor is designed for lower power consumption, fitting its mobile market segment, whereas the Intel part targets desktop systems.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 230 supports DDR5 memory only through a dual-channel memory bus with a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus, though no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel part.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 230 ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE ranks in the 50th percentile. This places the AMD processor in the upper tier of recorded CPUs, while the Intel processor sits at the median.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 and Intel Core i5-14401TE represent fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Intel uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The process node difference gives AMD a significant manufacturing advantage in terms of transistor density and power efficiency.

The AMD processor contains 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel processor has no recorded transistor count, but its die size is 215 mm², which is larger than the AMD die despite using a more mature process node. This larger die size with a less advanced process suggests Intel's architecture relies on different tradeoffs between power, area, and performance.

Cache hierarchies differ notably between the two. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's larger cache structure across all three levels gives it a potential advantage in workloads that benefit from larger working sets residing closer to the cores.

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 uses AMD Socket FP8, which is designed for mobile platforms. The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. This difference in socket types directly reflects their intended market segments: AMD targets notebooks and compact mobile devices, while Intel targets desktop systems. The AMD part is classified as a Mobile processor in the database, while Intel is classified as Desktop.

Both processors support six cores and twelve threads, but their memory controllers differ. AMD supports DDR5 memory exclusively with dual-channel configuration and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, though no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel part. Intel also supports ECC memory, which AMD does not, making the Intel processor more suitable for error-sensitive workstation or server-adjacent workloads.

PCIe support also differs. AMD provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Intel's PCIe Gen 5 support offers higher bandwidth per lane for modern GPUs and NVMe storage, though AMD offers more total lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD integrates the Radeon 760M graphics solution, while Intel integrates UHD Graphics 730. Both provide display output capabilities, but the database does not record relative graphics performance for either.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE is part of the Core 14th Gen series and uses the Raptor Lake Refresh generation designation. The AMD Ryzen 5 230 is part of the Ryzen 5 series with the Zen 4 (Hawk Point) generation designation. Both processors are currently in active production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 wins decisively in single-threaded performance based on its recorded benchmark scores. The Cinebench R15 single-core score of 253, Cinebench R20 single-core score of 1058, and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2521 all reflect the AMD processor's high boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The PassMark single-thread score of 3558 confirms this advantage. For applications that depend on single-core responsiveness, such as legacy software, office productivity tasks, and lightly threaded applications, the AMD part is the stronger choice.

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 also wins in multithreaded performance according to the recorded Cinebench scores. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1799, Cinebench R20 multicore score of 7499, and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17857 all demonstrate strong multi-core throughput. The PassMark multithread score of 19411 reinforces this result. For rendering, video encoding, and other parallel workloads, the AMD processor delivers higher measured output.

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 has a major advantage in power efficiency. Its 28-watt TDP is significantly lower than the Intel Core i5-14401TE's 45-watt TDP. For mobile devices where thermal and battery constraints are critical, the AMD processor is the practical choice. The lower TDP also suggests lower cooling requirements and potentially quieter operation in compact chassis.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in memory flexibility. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, allowing system builders to use either older, widely available DDR4 modules or newer DDR5 modules. The AMD Ryzen 5 230 supports only DDR5 memory. For systems where DDR4 memory is already available or where budget constraints affect memory selection, the Intel processor offers more options.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in ECC memory support. The database records ECC memory as true for Intel and false for AMD. This makes the Intel processor suitable for applications that require error correction, such as data processing, financial calculations, and certain scientific workloads. The AMD processor cannot provide this capability.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in PCIe specification. Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while AMD provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. For systems using the latest PCIe Gen 5 devices, Intel's support enables full bandwidth utilization. The AMD processor's PCIe Gen 4 support, while offering more lanes, cannot match the per-lane bandwidth of Gen 5.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in cache capacity. Its larger L1, L2, and L3 caches provide more on-die storage for frequently accessed data. Workloads with large working sets that fit within the 20 MB L3 cache may benefit from Intel's larger cache hierarchy.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 230 | Intel Core i5-14401TE |

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

| Base Clock | 3.50 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen 4 (Hawk Point)) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | null |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | null |

| ECC Memory | false | true |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 760M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05T17:00:00.000Z | 2024-06-30T17:00:00.000Z |

| Part Number | 100-000001726 | Q4T4SRNJP |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen 5 230 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and neither processor records wins against the other in direct comparison tests.

However, the AMD Ryzen 5 230 has a complete set of benchmark scores recorded in the database, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This means the database contains no measured performance data for the Intel processor in any workload. The Intel processor's average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

The AMD Ryzen 5 230 has an average benchmark score of 25782 and ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11700K with an average score of 25812 and a delta of -0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE with an average score of 25880 and a delta of -0.4 percent, the AMD Ryzen 7 7730U with an average score of 25625 and a delta of 0.6 percent, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 with an average score of 25981 and a delta of -0.8 percent. These deltas indicate that the AMD Ryzen 5 230 performs essentially at parity with this group of processors, with differences well under one percent in either direction.

The AMD processor's individual benchmark scores show strong performance across various workloads. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score of 17857 and single-core score of 2521 demonstrate balanced performance. In PassMark tests, the processor scores 218588 in data compression, 13280 in data encryption, 15618 in extended instructions, 66 in find prime numbers, 38993 in floating point math, 67257 in integer math, 19411 in multithread, 958 in physics, 26019 in random string sorting, and 3558 in single-thread tests.

Since no benchmark data exists for the Intel Core i5-14401TE, any performance comparison must rely on architectural specifications rather than measured results. The higher base and boost clocks of the AMD processor, combined with its smaller process node and lower TDP, suggest that the AMD part likely delivers higher performance in most workloads. The Intel processor's larger caches and ECC support suggest advantages in specific use cases, but without recorded benchmark scores, these remain qualitative observations.

The Verdict

The data in the database presents an incomplete comparison because the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of zero, and no nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 5 230, by contrast, has a full set of benchmark results across Cinebench and PassMark tests, an average benchmark score of 25782, and a 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs.

For users who prioritize single-threaded performance, measured data from the AMD Ryzen 5 230 shows strong results. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2521 and PassMark single-thread score of 3558 indicate high responsiveness in lightly threaded applications. The 4.90 GHz boost clock supports this result. The Intel processor, with its 4.50 GHz boost clock and no benchmark data, cannot be assessed on the same basis.

For multithreaded workloads, the AMD Ryzen 5 230's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17857 and PassMark multithread score of 19411 indicate solid parallel performance. Its 28-watt TDP means this performance comes with relatively low power consumption, which is particularly relevant for mobile platforms.

For desktop system builders who require memory flexibility, the Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 230 supports only DDR5. For users who need ECC memory, the Intel processor provides this capability while the AMD processor does not. For systems using PCIe Gen 5 devices, the Intel processor offers this interface, while the AMD processor is limited to PCIe Gen 4.

The release dates show the Intel Core i5-14401TE launched on 2024-06-30 and the AMD Ryzen 5 230 launched on 2025-01-05. Both processors are currently in active production.

The database supports the following conclusions: the AMD Ryzen 5 230 is the higher-performing processor based on recorded benchmarks, the more power-efficient processor based on TDP, and the only processor with measured performance data. The Intel Core i5-14401TE offers ECC memory support, dual memory type support, PCIe Gen 5, larger caches, and a desktop socket, but no benchmark results are available to quantify its performance. Users who require the Intel processor's specific feature set, such as ECC memory or DDR4 compatibility, should select it accordingly. Users who prioritize measured performance and power efficiency should select the AMD Ryzen 5 230.