AMD Ryzen 5 7400F vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the two processors compare in multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins every multi-core test in the head-to-head comparison. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 21,765 against the Intel Core i5-14401E's 18,161, a 19.8% advantage. The R20 multi-core test shows 9,141 versus 7,627, a 19.9% lead.

Q: Does the Intel chip win any single-core benchmark?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F leads in all three single-core Cinebench tests. The R23 single-core result is 3,072 for AMD versus 2,564 for Intel, a 19.8% margin. The R15 and R20 single-core tests also show AMD ahead by 19.8% and 19.9% respectively.

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

A: Both processors have 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F uses a Zen 4 architecture, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture. Both are desktop parts with 65 W TDP.

Q: Which processor has the higher base clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has a base clock of 3.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz. Both share the same boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, though its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E includes UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has no integrated graphics (N/A). The AMD part requires a discrete GPU.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Core i5-14401E represent fundamentally different design approaches. AMD uses the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. Intel uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The manufacturing difference shows in the die size: AMD's die measures 71 mm² with 6,570 million transistors, while Intel's die is considerably larger at 215 mm² with no transistor count recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly between the two. The AMD processor allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations contrast with AMD's larger total L3 pool.

Both processors support ECC memory, which is notable for desktop parts. The AMD chip runs on AMD Socket AM5 with PCIe Gen 5 support across 24 lanes. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 across 16 lanes. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, making it suitable for overclocking, while the Intel multiplier is locked. The AMD processor was released on January 8, 2025, with a launch MSRP of $229. The Intel processor released on June 30, 2024, with no launch MSRP recorded.

The process node difference is substantial: 5 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. This explains part of the performance gap observed in benchmarks, as the denser process allows higher clock rates at similar power envelopes. Both parts carry a 65 W TDP, yet the AMD part boosts to 4.70 GHz from a 3.70 GHz base, while the Intel part reaches the same 4.70 GHz boost from a 2.50 GHz base. The higher base clock of the AMD part suggests better sustained performance under load.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data covers six Cinebench tests, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins all six. The consistency of the margins is striking: every test shows a delta between 19.8% and 19.9%. This uniformity indicates a systematic advantage rather than test-specific behavior.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 2,193 against Intel's 1,830, a 19.8% lead. The R15 single-core test shows 309 versus 258, also a 19.8% margin. Moving to R20, the multi-core result is 9,141 versus 7,627, a 19.9% improvement, while single-core shows 1,290 versus 1,076, again 19.9%. The R23 tests follow the same pattern: multi-core at 21,765 versus 18,161 (19.8%) and single-core at 3,072 versus 2,564 (19.8%).

The AMD processor also holds a strong position in broader benchmark rankings. Its average benchmark score is 32,750, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel processor's average score is 5,253, placing it in the 60th percentile. This discrepancy in average scores stems from the fact that the AMD part has a much larger set of recorded PassMark results (17 tests) while the Intel part only has Cinebench results (6 tests) in the database.

The nearest rivals for the AMD part illustrate its competitive position: the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 32,707 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H scores 32,697 (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H scores 32,812 (0.2% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 scores 32,662 (0.3% behind). The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5,259 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5,241 (0.2% behind), the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5,240 (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5,210 (0.8% behind).

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F uses a 5 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm process from Intel. AMD's die size is 71 mm² with 6,570 million transistors, while Intel's die is 215 mm² with no recorded transistor count.

Clock speeds diverge at the base: AMD runs at 3.70 GHz, Intel at 2.50 GHz. Both boost to 4.70 GHz. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel part does not. Socket compatibility differs completely: AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses Socket 1700.

Cache configurations are distinct. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. Memory support also differs: AMD supports DDR5 only with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with no bandwidth figure recorded.

PCIe connectivity varies: AMD offers Gen 5 with 24 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD part but present on the Intel part as UHD Graphics 730. Release dates differ by about six months: AMD on January 8, 2025, Intel on June 30, 2024. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $229, while the Intel part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins in every benchmark category recorded in the database. The 19.8% to 19.9% margins across all six Cinebench tests indicate a broad, consistent performance advantage in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The AMD part's higher 3.70 GHz base clock, combined with the 5 nm process and larger 32 MB L3 cache, supports this outcome.

The Intel Core i5-14401E does have advantages outside raw performance. It includes UHD Graphics 730, which allows basic display output without a discrete GPU. The AMD part has no integrated graphics, requiring a separate graphics card for any video output. Intel also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility for system builders who may already own DDR4 modules or prefer the lower platform cost. The AMD part is restricted to DDR5.

Both processors support ECC memory, which benefits workstation or small-server use cases. The AMD part's unlocked multiplier provides overclocking headroom, while the Intel part's locked multiplier limits tuning options. The AMD part also offers more PCIe lanes (24 versus 16), which matters for systems with multiple expansion cards or high-speed NVMe storage.

For users needing a CPU with built-in graphics, the Intel part is the functional choice. For users who will install a discrete GPU anyway, the AMD part delivers substantially higher compute performance across every measured benchmark. The AMD part's 83rd percentile ranking against all CPUs, versus Intel's 60th percentile, reflects its stronger overall standing in the database.

The performance gap is consistent and predictable. Whether the workload is single-threaded or multi-threaded, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F holds a roughly 20% advantage over the Intel Core i5-14401E in Cinebench tests. This margin places the AMD part in a different performance class despite identical core and thread counts, with the 5 nm process, higher base clock, and larger L3 cache as the likely contributors to the measured results.