AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core i9-14900HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS and the Intel Core i9-14900HX is not a close contest. Across every recorded test in the database, the Intel processor finishes ahead, with 17 wins out of 17 head-to-head comparisons. The AMD chip does not win a single benchmark in this matchup.

The largest gaps appear in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Intel Core i9-14900HX scores 4574 against 1243 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, a delta of -72.8 percent for the AMD part. Cinebench R20 multicore shows a similar pattern: Intel scores 15616, AMD scores 5183, a -66.8 percent difference. Cinebench R23 multicore narrows the gap somewhat, with Intel at 30055 and AMD at 12342, still a -58.9 percent deficit for the Ryzen.

Single-core results are closer but still favor Intel decisively. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel part scores 2181.5 against 1742 for AMD, a -20.1 percent delta. Cinebench R20 single-core shows Intel at 2204 and AMD at 731, which is a -66.8 percent gap. Cinebench R15 single-core has Intel at 310.5 and AMD at 175, a -43.6 percent difference.

PassMark tests reinforce the pattern. In data compression, Intel scores 539965 versus 168692 for AMD, a -68.8 percent delta. Data encryption shows Intel at 32619 and AMD at 10718, a -67.1 percent gap. Extended instructions favor Intel at 31247 against 11219, a -64.1 percent difference. Floating point math is particularly lopsided: Intel scores 112273, AMD scores 27800, a -75.2 percent delta. Integer math shows Intel at 157375 and AMD at 50800, a -67.7 percent gap. Multithread performance in PassMark has Intel at 43778 and AMD at 14520, a -66.8 percent delta. Physics tests favor Intel at 2638 versus 821, a -68.9 percent difference. Random string sorting shows Intel at 60861 and AMD at 17669, a -71 percent delta. Prime number finding has Intel at 193 and AMD at 48, a -75.1 percent gap. Single-thread PassMark scores put Intel at 4175 and AMD at 2740, a -34.4 percent difference.

The average benchmark score tells the same story. The Intel Core i9-14900HX sits at 56004, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS averages 19364, which lands in the 73rd percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 7 253PQE (55919, 0.2 percent delta), the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 (56273, -0.5 percent), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (56306, -0.5 percent), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX (56555, -1 percent). The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS sits near the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V (19368, 0 percent delta), the Intel Core i5-1345U (19411, -0.2 percent), the Intel Core i7-8700K (19238, 0.7 percent), and the Intel Core i7-10700F (19499, -0.7 percent).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, built on a 6 nanometer process at TSMC. The die measures 208 square millimeters. The Intel Core i9-14900HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-HX codename, built on a 10 nanometer process at Intel. Its die is larger at 257 square millimeters.

Core counts differ dramatically. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel chip has 24 cores and 32 threads. That 4x core advantage and nearly 3x thread advantage explains much of the multi-core performance gap. Clock speeds also favor Intel: the Ryzen 5 7533HS has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, while the Core i9-14900HX runs at 2.20 GHz base and 5.80 GHz boost. The higher boost ceiling on the Intel part contributes to its single-core wins.

Cache configurations are not comparable in scale. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger L3 pool and per-core L2 allocation give it more on-die data capacity for workloads that benefit from cache reuse.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 only, with a dual-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel Core i9-14900HX supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also with a dual-channel bus, though the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for the Intel part. ECC memory support is present on the Intel chip but absent on the AMD chip.

PCIe connectivity shows a generation difference. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The newer PCIe standard on the Intel chip offers higher per-lane bandwidth, though the AMD chip has more total lanes.

Integrated graphics differ by vendor. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS includes the Radeon 660M. The Intel Core i9-14900HX includes the UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor's iGPU is benchmarked in the head-to-head data, so no performance comparison is available from the database.

The Intel Core i9-14900HX has an unlocked multiplier, which means it can be overclocked. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS does not have an unlocked multiplier. The Intel chip also targets a different power envelope: 55 watts TDP versus 35 watts for the AMD part. That higher power budget allows the Intel chip to sustain higher clocks under load.

Sockets and packaging are distinct. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP7, with part numbers 100-000001632 (FP7) and 100-000001634 (FP7r2). The Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1964, with part number SRMXF. These are not interchangeable platforms.

Release timing also differs. The Intel Core i9-14900HX launched in January 2024. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS launched in August 2024. Both are listed as active in production status and target the mobile market segment.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900HX wins in every recorded benchmark category. That includes all Cinebench versions, both single-core and multi-core, and all PassMark tests. The data shows no workload where the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS comes out ahead.

The largest Intel advantages appear in floating point math (-75.2 percent), prime number finding (-75.1 percent), Cinebench R15 multicore (-72.8 percent), random string sorting (-71 percent), data compression (-68.8 percent), physics (-68.9 percent), integer math (-67.7 percent), data encryption (-67.1 percent), and Cinebench R20 multicore and single-core (both -66.8 percent). These are workloads that scale with core count, thread count, or raw compute throughput.

The smallest Intel advantage is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the delta is -20.1 percent. PassMark single-thread also shows a relatively smaller gap at -34.4 percent. These single-thread tests still favor Intel, but the margin is less extreme than the multi-core tests. This suggests the AMD architecture's single-thread efficiency is closer to Intel's, though the Intel chip's higher boost clock and newer architecture still keep it ahead.

The Intel part's average benchmark score of 56004 versus 19364 for AMD places it in a different performance tier. The AMD chip's 73rd percentile ranking puts it among mid-range mobile processors, while the Intel chip's 91st percentile ranking puts it near the top of the database. The nearest rivals for each chip reflect this positioning: the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS trades places with mid-range Intel Core Ultra and Core i5 parts, while the Intel Core i9-14900HX competes with top-end AMD Ryzen AI and Threadripper parts.

For users prioritizing battery life and lower power draw, the AMD chip's 35 watt TDP is a clear advantage over the Intel chip's 55 watt TDP. The database does not include battery life or thermal measurements, so the actual impact on system endurance cannot be quantified here. But the power specification alone points to different design targets: the AMD part fits in thinner, lighter chassis, while the Intel part requires more substantial cooling and power delivery.

The AMD chip's smaller die (208 square millimeters versus 257 square millimeters) and older Zen 3+ architecture suggest lower manufacturing complexity. The Intel chip's larger die and newer Raptor Lake architecture with more cores and threads indicate a more aggressive performance design. The AMD chip's 6 nm process at TSMC versus Intel's 10 nm process also implies differences in transistor density and power efficiency, though the database does not list transistor counts for either part.

The Verdict

The data points to two different product categories. The Intel Core i9-14900HX is a high-end performance processor aimed at enthusiast laptops, workstations, and gaming systems. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 5.80 GHz boost clock, and 36 MB of L3 cache place it at the top of the mobile processor stack. The 91st percentile ranking and average score of 56004 confirm its position among the fastest mobile chips in the database.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is a mainstream mobile processor designed for balanced systems. Its 6 cores, 12 threads, 4.40 GHz boost clock, and 16 MB of L3 cache target everyday productivity, moderate multi-tasking, and efficiency. The 73rd percentile ranking and average score of 19364 put it in the middle of the database, alongside parts like the Intel Core i5-1345U and Intel Core i7-8700K.

For users who need maximum multi-core throughput, rendering performance, heavy compilation, data compression, or scientific computation, the Intel Core i9-14900HX is the clear choice based on every recorded benchmark. The performance gap is not marginal; it is frequently in the 60 to 75 percent range in favor of Intel. No workload in the database shows the AMD chip competitive with the Intel part.

For users who prioritize lower power draw, the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a structural advantage with its 35 watt TDP versus 55 watts for Intel. The database does not include battery life or sustained performance tests, so the real-world power difference cannot be calculated here. But the specification gap suggests the AMD chip enables thinner, lighter laptops with longer battery life in light workloads.

The Intel chip also offers ECC memory support and an unlocked multiplier, features absent from the AMD chip. These matter for users who need error-correcting memory or plan to overclock. The AMD chip counters with PCIe Gen 4 at 20 lanes versus Intel's PCIe Gen 5 at 16 lanes, which could matter for storage or GPU bandwidth in certain configurations. The AMD chip also has a higher recorded memory bandwidth figure at 76.8 GB/s, though the Intel chip's bandwidth is not listed in the database.

There is no scenario in the recorded data where the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS outperforms the Intel Core i9-14900HX. The Intel chip wins every benchmark, every category, and every comparison. The only reasons to choose the AMD chip are factors outside the benchmark suite: lower TDP, smaller die, different socket compatibility, and a later release date.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX has 24 cores and 32 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the single-core performance difference in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX scores 2181.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS scores 1742. The Intel part leads by -20.1 percent delta.

Q: Does the AMD chip win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The Intel Core i9-14900HX wins all 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS records zero wins.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a 35 watt TDP. The Intel Core i9-14900HX has a 55 watt TDP. The Intel chip draws more power.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS does not.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX has an average benchmark score of 56004, ranking in the 91st percentile. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has an average score of 19364, ranking in the 73rd percentile.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core i9-14900HX supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX boosts to 5.80 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS boosts to 4.40 GHz.