AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a complete benchmark record for the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the current dataset. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison: the Ryzen 5 3501U can be analyzed across eleven individual PassMark workloads, but the Core i9-14901TE can only be evaluated through its architectural specifications, market positioning, and percentile ranking.

The Ryzen 5 3501U produces an average benchmark score of 14,320, placing it in the 69th percentile of all CPUs tracked by the database. Its nearest rivals in the aggregate rankings are the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 at 14,336 (0.1% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C at 14,277 (0.3% behind), the Intel Core 7 160UL at 14,232 (0.6% behind), and the Intel Core i5-10400F at 14,185 (1% behind). These margins are remarkably tight, indicating that the Ryzen 5 3501U sits within a dense cluster of similarly performing processors.

Looking at individual workloads, the Ryzen 5 3501U shows a distinctive performance profile. The strongest result comes in data compression, where it scores 87,380. Data encryption produces 5,580, extended instructions hit 3,274, and find prime numbers reaches only 21. Floating point math delivers 12,707, while integer math scores 26,321. The multithread benchmark records 7,071, physics reaches 483, random string sorting achieves 10,414, and single-thread performance is 2,136.

The single-thread score of 2,136 deserves particular scrutiny. This figure, combined with the multithread result of 7,071, reveals a processor that scales reasonably across its four cores but does not exhibit exceptional per-thread throughput. The data compression score of 87,380 relative to the average benchmark score of 14,320 suggests that compression workloads benefit disproportionately from this architecture, likely due to the memory subsystem and cache configuration rather than raw compute throughput.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE, by contrast, holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero. The database shows no recorded measurements for any workload on this processor. This means the head-to-head comparison cannot rely on direct benchmark deltas; instead, the analysis must extrapolate from architectural differences and the Ryzen's established performance envelope.

The percentile gap is notable: 69th percentile for the Ryzen 5 3501U versus 50th percentile for the Core i9-14901TE. However, the Core i9-14901TE's percentile reflects no measured data, so this gap should not be interpreted as a direct performance advantage. It simply indicates that the Ryzen processor has earned its ranking through actual benchmark submissions, while the Intel processor's ranking is provisional.

FAQ

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 3501U compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U averages 14,320. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 scores 14,336 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14,277 (0.3% lower), the Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14,232 (0.6% lower), and the Intel Core i5-10400F scores 14,185 (1% lower). All four rivals fall within a 1% band around the Ryzen's score.

Q: What is the Ryzen 5 3501U's strongest benchmark workload?

A: Data compression produces the highest score at 87,380. This dwarfs the other results, including integer math at 26,321 and floating point math at 12,707, suggesting the processor's cache and memory architecture are particularly well suited to compression algorithms.

Q: Does the Intel Core i9-14901TE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists the Core i9-14901TE with an empty benchmarks array and an average benchmark score of zero. Its 50th percentile ranking is not supported by any measured workload data.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U supports DDR4 only, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel processor also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the AMD part.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, giving it double the cores and quadruple the threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks differ between the two processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U boosts to 3.70 GHz from a 2.10 GHz base clock. The Intel Core i9-14901TE boosts to 5.50 GHz from a 2.30 GHz base clock. The Intel part's boost ceiling is 1.80 GHz higher.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 3501U wins in the only category where direct measurements exist: benchmark scores. Its average of 14,320 places it in the 69th percentile, and its workload profile shows particular strength in data compression at 87,380. For applications that rely on compression, encryption at 5,580, or random string sorting at 10,414, the recorded data confirms a functional level of performance.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE wins on paper in several architectural categories. It offers 8 cores and 16 threads versus 4 cores and 4 threads, which would theoretically provide substantial multithreaded capacity. Its boost clock of 5.50 GHz is 1.80 GHz higher than the Ryzen's 3.70 GHz. The L3 cache is 36 MB shared versus 4 MB shared, a ninefold difference. The Intel part also supports DDR5 memory, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5, none of which the Ryzen offers.

The use-case split therefore hinges on evidence versus specification. For workloads where the Ryzen 5 3501U has recorded scores, the data shows it can handle compression, encryption, and integer-heavy tasks. For workloads that would leverage 16 threads, higher clock speeds, or newer memory technologies, the Core i9-14901TE's specifications suggest capability, but no benchmark data confirms it.

The market segments reinforce this split. The Ryzen 5 3501U is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, designed for power-constrained environments. The Core i9-14901TE is a desktop processor with a 45 W TDP, positioned for sustained performance in systems with adequate cooling and power delivery.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The Ryzen 5 3501U uses 4 cores and 4 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.10 GHz versus 2.30 GHz, and boost clocks are 3.70 GHz versus 5.50 GHz. The TDP ratings are 15 W versus 45 W.

The sockets are entirely different: AMD Socket FP5 for the Ryzen, Intel Socket 1700 for the Core i9. Memory support diverges sharply, with the Ryzen limited to DDR4 and the Intel part supporting DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded at 38.4 GB/s for the Ryzen, while the Intel part has no recorded bandwidth figure. ECC memory is unsupported on the Ryzen but supported on the Intel part.

PCIe generation differs as well: Gen 3 on the Ryzen versus Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) on the Intel part. The integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 8 on the Ryzen and UHD Graphics 770 on the Intel part. The market segments are Mobile versus Desktop. The Ryzen's part number is YM3501C4T4MFG, while the Intel part is Q49CSRNJJ. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Ryzen 5 3501U was released on 2026-05-31, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 3501U belongs to the 3000 series and uses the Picasso codename, representing the Zen+ architecture from GlobalFoundries. Its process node is 12 nm, and the die size measures 210 mm² with 4,940 million transistors. The cache hierarchy consists of 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, representing the Raptor Lake architecture from Intel. Its process node is listed as 10 nm, and the die size measures 257 mm² with no transistor count recorded. The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

The L2 cache difference is substantial: 512 KB per core on the Ryzen versus 2 MB per core on the Intel part, a fourfold difference. The L3 cache difference is even larger: 4 MB shared versus 36 MB shared. The Intel part's total cache capacity would provide a significant advantage for workloads with large working sets, though the Ryzen's smaller cache is paired with a lower TDP of 15 W.

The Ryzen uses the Zen+ architecture, which represents a refinement of the original Zen design. The Intel part uses Raptor Lake, a later architecture with a higher boost ceiling of 5.50 GHz. The foundries differ as well: GlobalFoundries produces the Ryzen, while Intel manufactures its own processor.

The integrated graphics differ in architecture lineage as well: Radeon Vega 8 on the AMD side versus UHD Graphics 770 on the Intel side. Both provide integrated display output, but the database records no comparative graphics benchmarks.

The Verdict

The Ryzen 5 3501U is the only processor in this comparison with measured benchmark data. Its 14,320 average score, 69th percentile ranking, and workload results across compression, encryption, and math operations provide concrete evidence of its capabilities. The 15 W TDP and mobile market segment indicate it is designed for laptops and compact systems where power efficiency matters more than raw throughput.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE presents a specification-heavy case without corroborating benchmark evidence. The 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.50 GHz boost clock, 36 MB L3 cache, DDR5 support, ECC memory, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity are all recorded in the database. The 45 W TDP and desktop market segment suggest it targets a different class of system entirely.

Users seeking a processor with documented performance in the 69th percentile, particularly for compression and encryption workloads, have that data available for the Ryzen 5 3501U. Users requiring 16 threads, higher clock speeds, or newer platform features like DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5 would need to consider the Core i9-14901TE on the strength of its specifications alone, since no benchmark scores exist to validate its real-world performance.

The architecture gap is generational in nature: Zen+ from 12 nm GlobalFoundries against Raptor Lake from 10 nm Intel. The cache disparity, with the Intel part offering 36 MB of L3 versus 4 MB, suggests the Intel processor could handle larger datasets more efficiently, but this remains speculative without benchmark confirmation.

The choice between these two processors depends entirely on whether the user prioritizes verified results or declared specifications. The data confirms the Ryzen's performance in measurable workloads. The data records the Intel part's capabilities but does not measure them. In a comparison where only one side has evidence, the verified side carries the analytical weight.