AMD Ryzen 5 7400F vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Core i7-14701TE occupy different corners of the desktop CPU market, and the benchmark data reflects a clear divergence in their performance profiles. The AMD part, built on the Zen 4 architecture, demonstrates a commanding lead in the majority of tested workloads, while the Intel chip, based on Raptor Lake, shows specific strengths in floating-point and physics calculations. Across the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the Ryzen 5 7400F claims 15 victories, leaving the Intel Core i7-14701TE with only 2 wins. The average benchmark score for the AMD processor is 32750, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel processor averages 26013, sitting in the 78th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a stark split in workload dominance. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins every Cinebench test, both multi-core and single-core, across R15, R20, and R23. In these rendering-focused benchmarks, the AMD part leads by a consistent margin of 27.7% to 27.8%. This consistency suggests a fundamental architectural advantage in general compute throughput rather than a workload-specific quirk. The AMD chip also wins all but two of the PassMark tests, including data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, integer math, multithreading, random string sorting, and single-thread performance.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE secures its two wins in PassMark floating-point math, scoring 50219 against the AMD's 45799, a lead of 8.8%. It also wins in PassMark physics with a score of 1860 versus 1660, a margin of 10.8%. These two wins indicate that the Intel architecture retains a niche advantage in certain math-heavy, physics-simulation-style tasks. However, the sheer volume of wins for the AMD processor makes it the default choice for a broad range of applications, from content creation to general productivity. The Intel part is not without merit, but its strengths are narrowly focused.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different platforms. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F uses the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Raphael, and is part of the 7000 series. It is fabricated on a 5 nm process by TSMC, with a die size of 71 mm² and 6,570 million transistors. The Intel Core i7-14701TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a significantly larger die size of 257 mm². The transistor count for the Intel chip is not recorded in the database.

Core configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, giving Intel a raw thread-count advantage. Clock speeds also differ: the AMD chip has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Intel chip has a much lower base clock of 2.10 GHz but a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The thermal design power (TDP) ratings are 65 watts for the AMD and 45 watts for the Intel, indicating the Intel part is designed for lower sustained power draw. The AMD chip uses the AM5 socket, while the Intel chip uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the Intel processor's multiplier is locked.

Cache hierarchies are also distinct. The AMD chip provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support differs: the AMD chip supports DDR5 only, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, both with dual-channel memory buses. The AMD chip reports a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the Intel chip's bandwidth is not recorded. Both support ECC memory. The AMD chip provides 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the Intel chip provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The AMD chip has no integrated graphics, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor was released in January 2025, while the Intel processor was released in June 2024.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has an average benchmark score of 32750, which is higher than the Intel Core i7-14701TE's average of 26013.

Q: How do the two chips compare in multi-core Cinebench R23 performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 21765 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 27.8% higher than the Intel Core i7-14701TE's score of 17035.

Q: Does the Intel processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i7-14701TE wins two tests: PassMark floating-point math with a score of 50219 and PassMark physics with a score of 1860.

Q: What is the difference in single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 3689 in PassMark single-thread, leading the Intel Core i7-14701TE's score of 2637 by 39.9%.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F's boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the Intel Core i7-14701TE support ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD base clock is 3.70 GHz, and the Intel base clock is 2.10 GHz. The AMD boost clock is 4.70 GHz, while the Intel boost clock is 5.20 GHz. TDP is 65 watts for the AMD and 45 watts for the Intel. The AMD uses the AM5 socket, and the Intel uses Socket 1700. The process node is 5 nm for the AMD (TSMC) and 10 nm for the Intel (Intel foundry). The die size is 71 mm² for the AMD versus 257 mm² for the Intel. The AMD has 6,570 million transistors, while the Intel count is not recorded. L1 cache is 64 KB per core for the AMD and 80 KB per core for the Intel. L2 cache is 1 MB per core for the AMD and 2 MB per core for the Intel. L3 cache is 32 MB shared for the AMD and 33 MB shared for the Intel. Memory support is DDR5 only for the AMD, versus DDR4 and DDR5 for the Intel. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for the AMD, not recorded for the Intel. PCIe lanes are 24 Gen 5 for the AMD and 16 Gen 5 for the Intel. Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD and present as UHD Graphics 770 on the Intel. The AMD has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel is locked. The AMD was released on 2025-01-08, and the Intel on 2024-06-30. The AMD launch MSRP is $229; the Intel has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The biggest wins for the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F occur in specialized PassMark workloads. The largest margin is in random string sorting, where the AMD scores 35096 against the Intel's 22760, a lead of 54.2%. Extended instructions show a 51.5% advantage, with scores of 21747 versus 14354. Data encryption shows a 42.8% lead, with 16712 versus 11699. Single-thread performance is also a major differentiator, with the AMD scoring 3689 against 2637, a 39.9% gap. Prime number finding shows a 33.6% lead, with 191 versus 143. Data compression shows a 31.5% advantage, with 289999 versus 220520. The multithread test shows a 28% lead, with 25645 versus 20042.

The Cinebench results are uniformly in favor of the AMD chip. In Cinebench R15, the AMD scores 2193 in multi-core and 309 in single-core, versus 1716 and 242 for the Intel, both showing 27.8% and 27.7% leads respectively. In Cinebench R20, the AMD scores 9141 multi-core and 1290 single-core, against 7154 and 1010 for the Intel, again with 27.8% and 27.7% margins. Cinebench R23 shows the AMD at 21765 multi-core and 3072 single-core, versus 17035 and 2405 for the Intel, with the same 27.8% and 27.7% deltas. Integer math also goes to the AMD, with 74745 versus 65792, a 13.6% lead.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE takes its two wins with more modest margins. In floating-point math, the Intel scores 50219 versus the AMD's 45799, an 8.8% lead. In physics, the Intel scores 1860 versus 1660, a 10.8% lead. These are the only two tests in which the Intel part outperforms the AMD part, and the margins are significantly smaller than the AMD's largest wins.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points decisively toward the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F for most users. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, including all Cinebench versions and the majority of PassMark workloads. Its average benchmark score of 32750 surpasses the Intel's 26013 by a substantial margin, and it sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs compared to the Intel's 78th. The AMD chip offers a higher base clock, a higher average performance across the board, and a more modern 5 nm process. Its lack of integrated graphics is a consideration, but for systems with a discrete GPU, the AMD part is the stronger performer in nearly every measured category.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE has a specific appeal. Its wins in floating-point math and physics suggest it may be preferable for workloads that rely heavily on those operations. Its higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and lower TDP of 45 watts indicate potential for bursty performance with lower sustained power demands. It also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering more flexible platform options, and includes integrated graphics. However, its overall average score is lower, and it loses the vast majority of direct comparisons. The data indicates that the Intel part is a specialized choice, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F is the more broadly capable processor.