AMD Ryzen 5 5605G vs Intel Core i9-14901E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-14901E dominates the comparison with a substantial performance advantage across every recorded benchmark category, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no benchmark entries in the database for direct comparison. The data shows the i9-14901E achieves an average benchmark score of 37911, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs tracked in the database. In contrast, the Ryzen 5 5605G holds a 50th percentile position with an average benchmark score of 0, indicating that no measurement data has been recorded for this processor.

The i9-14901E delivers particularly strong results in Cinebench workloads. In Cinebench R23, it scores 25753 in multi-core and 3635 in single-core tests. The Cinebench R20 results show 10816 multi-core and 1526 single-core, while Cinebench R15 records 2595 multi-core and 366 single-core. These scores indicate the processor maintains high throughput across both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads, with the multi-core figures benefiting from the 8-core, 16-thread configuration.

PassMark results for the i9-14901E further demonstrate its capabilities. The processor scores 30298 in multithread tests and 4354 in single-thread tests. Data compression workloads reach 288777, while data encryption scores 18571. Floating-point math operations achieve 81089, and integer math reaches 112736. Extended instruction performance records 17249, physics workloads score 3041, find prime numbers tests score 189, and random string sorting reaches 39138.

Relative to its nearest rivals, the i9-14901E sits within a tight performance cluster. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904, showing a 0 percent delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X scores 37943 with a -0.1 percent delta, placing it marginally ahead. The Intel Core 5 211E scores 37829 with a 0.2 percent delta, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804 with a 0.3 percent delta. These comparisons indicate the i9-14901E is effectively tied with the top performers in its immediate competitive set, with all four rivals within 0.3 percent of its score.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different architectures. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, part of the 5000 series generation. It uses a 7 nm process node manufactured by TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core i9-14901E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, belonging to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It uses a 10 nm process node manufactured by Intel, with a 257 mm² die size and no transistor count recorded.

Core and thread configurations differ substantially. The Ryzen 5 5605G provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i9-14901E provides 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel processor therefore offers two additional physical cores and four additional threads for parallel workloads. Clock speeds also differ significantly: the Ryzen 5 5605G has a 3.90 GHz base clock and 4.40 GHz boost clock, whereas the i9-14901E has a 2.80 GHz base clock and a much higher 5.60 GHz boost clock.

Cache hierarchies vary in both size and organization. The Ryzen 5 5605G has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The i9-14901E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor provides more L1 and L2 cache per core and more than double the total L3 capacity.

Memory support differs as well. The Ryzen 5 5605G supports DDR4 memory only, with dual-channel configuration and a recorded memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It does not support ECC memory. The i9-14901E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with no memory bandwidth value recorded, and it does support ECC memory. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics also differ. The Ryzen 5 5605G includes Radeon Vega 7 graphics, while the i9-14901E includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. Socket compatibility is entirely different: the AMD part uses Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses Socket 1700. The Ryzen 5 5605G was released on 2025-02-23, while the i9-14901E was released earlier on 2024-06-30. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data clearly favors the Intel Core i9-14901E for any workload where performance is the primary criterion. It has more cores, more threads, higher boost clock, larger cache, newer PCIe generation, broader memory support, and ECC capability. Its benchmark scores place it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, with a 37911 average score that matches or slightly exceeds its nearest competitors. The processor demonstrates balanced strength across rendering, math, compression, and single-threaded tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G, despite having no recorded benchmarks, is not without its own technical advantages. It uses a smaller 7 nm process node from TSMC, which typically indicates better power efficiency per transistor compared to Intel's 10 nm node. It has a higher base clock of 3.90 GHz versus 2.80 GHz, which can benefit lightly loaded operations that run at base frequencies. The unlocked multiplier allows manual overclocking, which the locked Intel processor does not permit. The 65 TDP is identical for both parts, meaning the AMD chip delivers its performance within the same thermal envelope.

For users selecting between these two processors based strictly on database measurements, the i9-14901E is the stronger choice for multithreaded productivity, content creation, and any application that scales with core count. The Ryzen 5 5605G may appeal to those prioritizing the smaller process node, the AM4 platform compatibility, or the ability to adjust the multiplier. However, the absence of benchmark data for the AMD part means its actual measured performance cannot be confirmed from the database.

Specification Differences

The following table summarizes only the fields where the two processors differ:

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5605G | Intel Core i9-14901E |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.90 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.60 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Cezanne | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen 3 (Cezanne)) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| 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 | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

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

| Release Date | 2025-02-23 | 2024-06-30 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001801 | Q49ESRNJH |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has an average benchmark score of 37911 and sits in the 86th percentile. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, with no recorded benchmark entries.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Intel Core i9-14901E has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G uses a 7 nm process node from TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14901E uses a 10 nm process node from Intel.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked on either processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i9-14901E does not have an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14901E wins in all measured performance categories based on the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25753 and single-core score of 3635 indicate strong rendering and general application performance. PassMark multithread score of 30298 and single-thread score of 4354 show balanced throughput. Data compression at 288777 and integer math at 112736 suggest productivity workloads benefit significantly. The 86th percentile ranking confirms broad competitive positioning.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G wins in platform and configuration flexibility. The AM4 socket is compatible with a widely established ecosystem. The unlocked multiplier allows manual tuning, which the locked Intel processor does not allow. The 7 nm TSMC process node suggests potential efficiency advantages per transistor. The higher base clock of 3.90 GHz may provide responsiveness in workloads that operate near base frequency. The 65 TDP matches the Intel part, so the power envelope is equal.

For users with ECC memory requirements, the Intel processor is the only choice. For users needing PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, the Intel processor again is the only option. For users seeking DDR5 memory support, the Intel processor provides it while the AMD part is limited to DDR4. The Intel processor also offers more L3 cache at 36 MB versus 16 MB, and more L2 cache per core at 2 MB versus 512 KB.

The i9-14901E also wins on release timing, having launched on 2024-06-30, while the Ryzen 5 5605G launched later on 2025-02-23. The Intel part has a larger die at 257 mm² versus 180 mm², which correlates with its additional cores and cache. The AMD part has a higher base clock but a substantially lower boost clock, making the Intel processor more capable under boost conditions.

In workloads that scale with core count, such as video rendering, compilation, or scientific computing, the 8-core Intel processor should outperform the 6-core AMD part. In single-threaded tasks that respond to high boost frequencies, the 5.60 GHz Intel boost clock provides a clear edge over the 4.40 GHz AMD boost. The database contains no measurements for the AMD processor, so any assessment of its real-world performance remains unconfirmed.