AMD Ryzen 5 7400F vs Intel Core i9-14901E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear overall winner in the Intel Core i9-14901E, which takes 14 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F manages only 3 wins, but those wins are concentrated in specific workloads that reveal its architectural strengths.

Starting with the Cinebench suite, the Intel part wins every single test by a consistent margin. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i9-14901E scores 2595 against 2193 for the Ryzen 5 7400F, a 15.5% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows the same pattern: 366 versus 309, again 15.6% in favor of Intel. Moving to Cinebench R20, multicore results are 10816 for Intel and 9141 for AMD, a 15.5% gap, while single-core is 1526 versus 1290, also 15.5%. Cinebench R23 multicore continues the trend at 25753 versus 21765, and single-core at 3635 versus 3072, both with the same 15.5% delta. The consistency of this margin across all six Cinebench tests is notable. It suggests the Intel processor holds a uniform performance advantage in rendering workloads regardless of the specific benchmark version.

PassMark results tell a more varied story. The Ryzen 5 7400F takes the data compression test with a score of 289999 against 288777, a narrow 0.4% edge. The extended instructions test is a much bigger win for AMD: 21747 versus 17249, a 26.1% advantage. The find prime numbers test also goes to AMD, 191 versus 189, a 1.1% margin. These three wins share a common thread. They all involve workloads that can leverage the AMD architecture's instruction handling and integer operations in specific ways.

The Intel i9-14901E dominates the remaining PassMark tests. Floating point math is a decisive victory: 81089 versus 45799, a 43.5% gap. Integer math goes to Intel at 112736 versus 74745, a 33.7% margin. The physics test shows the largest single delta at 45.4%, with Intel scoring 3041 against AMD's 1660. Multithread performance favors Intel at 30298 versus 25645, a 15.4% difference. Random string sorting goes to Intel at 39138 versus 35096, a 10.3% edge. Data encryption favors Intel at 18571 versus 16712, a 10% gap. Single-thread performance, measured twice in the database with identical results, shows Intel at 4354 versus AMD's 3689, a 15.3% advantage.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins in three specific areas: data compression, extended instructions, and prime number finding. The data compression result is effectively a tie in real-world terms, with a 0.4% difference that could easily be within measurement variance. The prime number test is similarly close at 1.1%. The extended instructions test, however, is not close at all. AMD's 26.1% advantage there suggests the Zen 4 architecture handles extended instruction sets more efficiently than the Raptor Lake design in this particular workload.

The Intel Core i9-14901E wins everything else, and wins big in several categories. The physics test shows a 45.4% advantage, which is the largest margin in the entire comparison. Floating point math is nearly as lopsided at 43.5%. Integer math is 33.7% ahead. These three results point to raw computational throughput where the Intel part's 8 cores and 16 threads have a clear edge over AMD's 6 cores and 12 threads.

For use-case planning, the data suggests the Intel processor is the stronger choice for rendering, physics simulation, floating point heavy computation, and general multithreaded productivity. The AMD processor holds its own in compression tasks and shows a meaningful advantage in extended instruction workloads. Single-threaded applications favor Intel by a consistent 15.3% margin, which matters for older software that does not scale across cores.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F uses Zen 4 architecture on the Raphael codename, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14901E uses Raptor Lake architecture on the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own fabs. The die sizes reflect this difference: AMD's die is 71 mm² while Intel's is 257 mm². The transistor count for AMD is listed at 6,570 million, while Intel's is not recorded in the database.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. AMD offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel offers 8 cores and 16 threads. That is 2 more cores and 4 more threads for Intel, which helps explain the multicore benchmark results. Clock speeds tell a more nuanced story. AMD's base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost of 4.70 GHz. Intel's base clock is lower at 2.80 GHz but boosts much higher to 5.60 GHz. The higher boost clock contributes to Intel's single-thread advantages.

Cache hierarchies differ in both size and allocation. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 on Intel likely helps in workloads that repeatedly access the same data. The extra 4 MB of shared L3 on Intel provides more room for shared data across the 8 cores.

Memory support shows a notable split. AMD supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though its bandwidth figure is not listed in the database. This means the Intel platform offers flexibility for builders with existing DDR4 memory, while the AMD platform requires newer DDR5 modules.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. AMD provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The extra 8 lanes on the AMD side matter for systems with multiple Gen 5 devices. Integrated graphics are another differentiator. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU. The Intel Core i9-14901E includes UHD Graphics 770, which allows basic display output without a separate graphics card.

Both processors support ECC memory, which is relevant for workstation and small server builds. Both run at 65 W TDP, so power consumption from the socket perspective is identical on paper, though the underlying architectures achieve this in different ways. The AMD part is unlocked for overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. Socket compatibility places AMD on AM5 and Intel on LGA 1700. The AMD processor was released on January 8, 2025, while the Intel processor was released on June 30, 2024. The AMD part has a recorded launch MSRP of $229, while Intel's launch MSRP is not listed.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a straightforward conclusion for most workloads. The Intel Core i9-14901E outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F in 14 of 17 comparisons, with an average benchmark score of 37911 against 32750. That places Intel at the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while AMD sits at the 83rd percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X at a 0.1% difference and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at a 0% difference, which shows it performs at a level comparable to those higher-tier chips. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600T at a 0.1% delta and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H at 0.2%, placing it in a lower performance tier overall.

Who should pick the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F? The data supports it for users who specifically need extended instruction performance, where it leads by 26.1%. It also makes sense for builders who want an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, who need 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, or who are already committed to the AM5 platform and DDR5 memory. The lack of integrated graphics is a consideration, but anyone building a gaming or workstation PC will have a discrete GPU anyway.

Who should pick the Intel Core i9-14901E? The data supports it for essentially every other scenario. It wins rendering workloads across all Cinebench versions by 15.5%. It wins physics simulation by 45.4%. It wins floating point math by 43.5%. It wins integer math by 33.7%. It wins multithreaded PassMark by 15.4%. It wins single-thread tests by 15.3%. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration provides more parallel throughput. The higher boost clock of 5.60 GHz delivers stronger single-thread response. The integrated UHD Graphics 770 provides a fallback display output. The DDR4 compatibility option reduces platform cost for users upgrading from older systems. The 86th percentile ranking versus AMD's 83rd percentile confirms the overall performance positioning.

The 65 W TDP on both parts means either can be cooled with modest hardware, but the Intel part delivers more performance within that same power envelope. That efficiency gap is reflected in the benchmark margins. There is no scenario in the recorded data where the AMD part wins by a margin large enough to offset its losses in the majority of tests, except for the specific extended instructions workload where its 26.1% advantage is substantial.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has an average benchmark score of 37911, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 32750. Intel ranks at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, AMD at the 83rd.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i9-14901E has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor is better in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 25753 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 21765. Intel leads by 15.5%.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes. It wins the PassMark data compression test by 0.4%, the extended instructions test by 26.1%, and the find prime numbers test by 1.1%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the Intel Core i9-14901E support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the TDP of both processors?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and the Intel Core i9-14901E have a 65 W TDP.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F supports DDR5 only.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7400F | Intel Core i9-14901E |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.70 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.60 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 71 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | None | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Unlocked Multiplier | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2025-01-08 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $229 | Not recorded |

| Average Benchmark Score | 32750 | 37911 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 83 | 86 |

The specification table highlights the fundamental trade-offs. AMD uses a smaller 5 nm die with fewer cores but a higher base clock. Intel uses a larger 10 nm die with more cores, more cache per core, and a significantly higher boost clock. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, which is a platform flexibility advantage. The AMD part offers more PCIe lanes and an unlocked multiplier. Neither processor lists a v-cache variant, and both are dual-channel memory designs.