AMD Ryzen 5 240 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark database splits these two processors into clearly different roles. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 takes the majority of the head-to-head tests, winning 10 of the 15 recorded comparisons. Its wins concentrate in everyday responsiveness, data handling, and single-threaded workloads. The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins 5 tests, but those wins cluster in specific compute-heavy areas where its larger core count and cache configuration pay off.

The AMD part dominates in passmark_single_thread with a score of 3675 against Intel's 2637, a 39.4% advantage. That margin carries over into extended instruction workloads, where AMD scores 20201 versus 14354, a 40.7% lead. Data compression favors AMD at 267963 against 220520, a 21.5% edge. Data encryption shows the largest single delta at 35.5%, with AMD at 15849 and Intel at 11699. Random string sorting also goes AMD's way by 42.3%, with scores of 32385 and 22760. Integer math is closer, AMD ahead by 11.2% at 73189 versus 65792. The passmark_multithread result gives AMD a 13.1% win at 22658 against 20042.

The Intel part answers in Cinebench R23 and in physics simulation. Its R23 multicore score of 17035 beats AMD's 13013 by 23.6%. The R23 singlecore result is similarly decisive: Intel at 2405, AMD at 1742, a 27.6% margin. The passmark_find_prime_numbers test shows Intel at 143 versus AMD's 70, a 51% difference, which is the largest single delta in either direction. Floating-point math goes Intel's way by 9.8%, with scores of 50219 and 45301. Physics results are heavily Intel-favored: 1860 versus 1060, a 43% difference.

The older Cinebench R15 tests flip the script. AMD wins R15 multicore at 2078 against 1716, a 21.1% gain, and R15 singlecore at 270 versus 242, an 11.6% gain. These results suggest that the AMD architecture handles the R15 workload pattern more efficiently, while Intel's newer cores pull far ahead under R23's heavier load.

The Verdict

The data points to distinct buyers. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 is the choice for tasks that stress single-thread speed, encryption, compression, and rapid data manipulation. Its 39.4% single-thread lead and 35.5% encryption advantage make it the stronger pick for interactive workloads, database operations, and general office productivity that involves frequent sorting or data packing. Its 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs also places it above Intel's 78th percentile, and its average benchmark score of 33542 is substantially higher than Intel's 26013.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE is the pick for sustained multi-core rendering and physics-heavy computation. Its R23 multicore margin of 23.6% is substantial, and the 51% lead in prime-number search indicates a strong integer-heavy compute pattern. The 43% physics advantage suggests it handles collision detection or rigid-body simulation workloads more effectively. The 8 cores and 16 threads, coupled with 33 MB of shared L3 cache, give it more aggregate compute resource for parallel workloads that scale well.

Neither part is a universal winner. The AMD part's average score of 33542 sits close to its nearest rivals: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H at 33537, the AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS at 33667, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7645HX at 33668 are all within 0.4% either way. The Intel part's average of 26013 also places it near the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 at 25981 and the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS at 26106. Both processors sit in competitive performance bands where the workload mix, not raw average, decides the winner.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest win for the AMD Ryzen 5 240 comes in passmark_extended_instructions, where its 20201 score beats Intel's 14354 by 40.7%. This test measures SIMD and advanced instruction throughput, and the AMD architecture shows a clear advantage here. The passmark_random_string_sorting result is nearly as large: AMD at 32385, Intel at 22760, a 42.3% gap. This indicates faster memory access patterns or better branch prediction for irregular data.

The passmark_single_thread test confirms the AMD advantage in basic single-core execution. AMD's 3675 score versus Intel's 2637 represents a 39.4% lead, and the duplicate passmark_singlethread result shows the same margin. Data encryption shows AMD at 15849 against Intel's 11699, a 35.5% edge, which is notable for workloads that rely on AES or similar cryptographic operations.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE takes the biggest win in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where its 143 score doubles AMD's 70. The 51% delta is the most lopsided result in the entire comparison. The physics test also heavily favors Intel: 1860 versus 1060, a 43% advantage. The R23 multicore test gives Intel a 23.6% win at 17035 versus 13013, and the R23 singlecore test shows a 27.6% edge at 2405 versus 1742.

The Cinebench R15 results contradict the R23 trend. AMD wins R15 multicore by 21.1% and R15 singlecore by 11.6%. This divergence likely reflects different workload scaling between the two Cinebench versions, with the older R15 favoring AMD's memory hierarchy and the newer R23 leaning on Intel's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus AMD's 5.00 GHz.

The passmark_floating_point_math test is the closest overall, with Intel ahead by just 9.8% at 50219 against AMD's 45301. The integer_math test is also relatively tight, AMD ahead by 11.2% at 73189 versus 65792. These moderate deltas contrast with the extreme swings in encryption and prime-number tests, showing that neither processor holds a universal compute advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 240 scores 3675 in passmark_single_thread, which is 39.4% higher than the Intel Core i7-14701TE's 2637.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE leads with 17035 against AMD's 13013, a 23.6% advantage.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any multi-core tests?

A: Yes, AMD wins Cinebench R15 multicore at 2078 versus 1716 (21.1% ahead), and passmark_multithread at 22658 versus 20042 (13.1% ahead).

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark delta between the two?

A: The passmark_find_prime_numbers test shows Intel at 143 and AMD at 70, giving Intel a 51% lead, the largest margin in either direction.

Q: How do their overall average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 240 averages 33542, which is significantly higher than Intel's 26013. The AMD part also ranks in the 84th percentile versus Intel's 78th.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14701TE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 does not list ECC support in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD die measures 178 mm² and contains 25,000 million transistors. The Intel die is larger at 257 mm², with no transistor count recorded.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are far apart: AMD starts at 4.30 GHz and boosts to 5.00 GHz, while Intel starts at 2.10 GHz and boosts to 5.20 GHz. The Intel part's higher boost clock likely contributes to its R23 single-core win.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part helps in multi-core workloads that share data.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports only DDR5 with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, though no bandwidth figure is recorded. ECC memory is available only on the Intel part.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 uses a Radeon 760M, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE uses UHD Graphics 770. PCIe connectivity is different: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The market segments diverge. The AMD part is listed as a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP8, with a Hawk Point codename. The Intel part is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700, with a Raptor Lake-R codename. The AMD part was released in January 2025, while the Intel part came out in June 2024. Both are active production parts, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.