AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E records an average benchmark score of 33206, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT records 26748. This places the Intel part at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 79th percentile for the AMD part.

Q: How do the two processors compare in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with 22195 points versus 15848 points for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT, a 28.6% margin. The PassMark multi-thread score also favors Intel, 26112 versus 19000, a 27.2% difference.

Q: What are the core and thread configurations of each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT provides 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701E provides 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT and the Intel Core i7-14701E are listed with an active production status.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT is built on the Zen 3 architecture using the Cezanne codename, fabricated on a 7 nm process by TSMC. The die size measures 180 mm² with 10,700 million transistors. This is a monolithic design with 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel. Its die size is larger at 257 mm², and it packs 8 cores and 16 threads.

Cache allocation differs significantly between the two. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 per core, a substantially larger 2 MB L2 per core, and a 33 MB shared L3 cache. The larger L2 and L3 allocations on the Intel processor give it a structural advantage in cache-sensitive workloads.

The memory controllers also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT supports DDR4 memory only, over a dual-channel bus with a recorded bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Core i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with no specific bandwidth figure recorded in the database. The Intel chip also enables ECC memory support, which the AMD part lacks.

PCIe connectivity separates the two platforms. The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel chip uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This provides a generational gap in available I/O bandwidth for expansion cards and storage.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT includes Radeon Vega 7 graphics. The Intel Core i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier on the Intel side, while the AMD part has an unlocked multiplier.

The socket platforms are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor belongs to the 5000 series, released on 2024-01-07, with a launch MSRP of $125. The Intel processor belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, released on 2024-06-30, with no launch MSRP recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data records a complete sweep: the Intel Core i7-14701E wins all 17 head-to-head tests, leaving the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT with zero wins. This is not a close contest in any single category; the Intel part holds advantages across single-thread, multi-thread, and specialized instruction workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT is better positioned for users who require an AM4 platform with an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part includes Radeon Vega 7 integrated graphics, which may be sufficient for basic display output without a discrete GPU. The lower core count and smaller cache mean it is not competitive with the Intel part in compute-bound tasks, but it remains functional for general desktop usage.

The Intel Core i7-14701E is the clear winner for workloads that benefit from higher core counts, larger caches, and higher boost clocks. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with 33 MB of shared L3 cache and a 5.40 GHz boost clock, deliver superior results in every recorded benchmark. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, plus ECC memory, which broadens its applicability in workstation and reliability-focused environments.

The largest performance gap appears in prime number finding, where the Intel part scores 176 versus 54 for the AMD part, a 69.3% difference. The smallest gap appears in data encryption, where the Intel part scores 14862 versus 14754, a 0.7% difference. This suggests that encryption workloads are nearly equal, while integer-heavy and physics simulations strongly favor the Intel architecture.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT | Intel Core i7-14701E |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 (Cezanne) | Raptor Lake (Raptor Lake-R) |

| Process Node | 7 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $125 | Not recorded |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows a consistent 28.6% deficit for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT across all six tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 1597 against 2237 for Intel. In R15 single-core, the scores are 225 versus 315. The R20 multi-core test shows 6656 versus 9321, and R20 single-core shows 939 versus 1315. The R23 multi-core test shows 15848 versus 22195, and R23 single-core shows 2237 versus 3133. Every Cinebench result favors the Intel part by the same relative margin, indicating a uniform architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific effect.

PassMark results vary more widely. The data compression test shows the Intel part ahead by 13.8%, scoring 282939 versus 243904. Data encryption is nearly tied, with the Intel part scoring 14862 versus 14754, a 0.7% edge. Extended instructions favor Intel by 8.1%, 18528 versus 17027. The prime number test delivers the largest gap: Intel scores 176, AMD scores 54, a 69.3% difference. Floating point math shows Intel ahead by 40.7%, 61873 versus 36694. Integer math favors Intel by 21%, 81325 versus 64218.

The PassMark multi-thread test shows Intel at 26112 versus AMD at 19000, a 27.2% margin. Physics simulation shows a 65% gap, with Intel scoring 2399 versus 840. Random string sorting favors Intel by 15.7%, 29158 versus 24583. Single-thread tests show Intel at 4305 versus AMD at 3066, a 28.8% margin. The two single-thread entries in the database record identical scores for each processor, confirming consistency across the data.

The Intel Core i7-14701E also holds a higher percentile rank at 83 versus 79 for the AMD part. The nearest rival data places the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT near the AMD EPYC 9554 (0% delta), Intel Core i7-12700H (0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 7545U (0.4% delta), and Intel Core i9-11900K (0.4% delta). The Intel Core i7-14701E sits near the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (0.3% delta), and Intel Core i7-13650HX (0.4% delta).

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-14701E outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT in every recorded test. The Intel part wins all 17 head-to-head comparisons, with margins ranging from 0.7% in data encryption to 69.3% in prime number finding. Users seeking maximum compute performance should choose the Intel Core i7-14701E.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT retains specific advantages outside pure benchmark scores. It offers an unlocked multiplier, which allows manual overclocking on AM4 motherboards. It also includes Radeon Vega 7 integrated graphics and uses a smaller 180 mm² die on a 7 nm process. The lower base clock of 3.60 GHz versus 2.60 GHz for Intel does not compensate for the Intel part's higher 5.40 GHz boost clock.

The Intel Core i7-14701E delivers a higher average benchmark score of 33206 versus 26748, a 24.2% advantage. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, DDR5 memory, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, making it the more capable platform for memory-intensive and I/O-intensive tasks. Its 8 cores and 16 threads provide a structural advantage over the 6-core, 12-thread AMD part.

The data shows no scenario where the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT wins a benchmark. Users who prioritize raw performance, cache capacity, memory flexibility, or peripheral bandwidth should select the Intel Core i7-14701E. Users who require an AM4 socket, an unlocked multiplier, or a lower launch MSRP should consider the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT, but they should expect a significant performance deficit in all measured workloads.