AMD Ryzen 5 8400F vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents an asymmetric comparison. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F carries a full suite of 23 benchmark results across 3DMark, Cinebench, and PassMark, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the head-to-head matchup is defined entirely by what the AMD processor delivers, with the Intel part serving as a specification-based reference point.

From the available measurements, the Ryzen 5 8400F shows strength in multithreaded throughput. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20,851 points and PassMark multithread score of 24,389 place it in the 77th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The 3DMark results show a progressive scaling pattern: 1,874 points with 2 threads, 3,563 with 4 threads, 5,275 with 8 threads, and 6,091 with 16 threads. The max-thread score of 6,165 sits close to the 16-thread result, indicating the processor's thread scaling reaches a plateau near its physical thread count.

Single-thread performance is also solid. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,943 and PassMark single-thread score of 3,685 confirm the Zen 4 architecture provides competitive per-core speed. The 3DMark single-thread result of 951 points supports this pattern. For integer and floating-point workloads, the PassMark integer math score of 74,021 and floating-point math score of 46,217 show balanced execution across different instruction types.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE, with no benchmark entries, cannot be assessed for wins. Its database profile shows a 50th percentile ranking, but this derives from its zero average score, meaning the percentile is not an indicator of measured performance. The AMD part has all the recorded wins by default, simply because it is the only one with test data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design schools. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It packs 6 cores and 12 threads, with a die size of 178 mm² and 25,000 million transistors. The Intel Core i9-14901TE uses Raptor Lake architecture on the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. It has 8 cores and 16 threads on a 257 mm² die, with transistor count not recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD part allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 16 MB L3 cache. The Intel part uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 36 MB L3 cache. The Intel processor has more than twice the L3 capacity, which can benefit workloads with large working sets.

Memory support splits the two. The AMD chip supports only DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, with no ECC support. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, with ECC memory enabled, though its memory bandwidth is not recorded. This gives the Intel part flexibility for platforms still using DDR4 and an error-correcting option for certain workstation or server use.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Gen 5 interface offers higher per-lane bandwidth, though the AMD part has more total lanes. Integrated graphics also separate them: the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has no integrated graphics, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE includes UHD Graphics 770.

Clock behavior shows a contrast. The AMD chip runs at a base of 4.20 GHz and boosts to 4.70 GHz with a 65 W TDP. The Intel chip has a lower base of 2.30 GHz but a much higher boost of 5.50 GHz with a 45 W TDP. The Intel part's lower base clock and higher boost clock suggest a design that conserves power at idle but pushes hard under load. The AMD part's higher base clock indicates a steadier sustained frequency.

Process node and foundry also stand apart. The AMD chip uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, which typically allows denser transistor packing; the Intel chip uses a 10 nm process from Intel, a larger geometry. This partly explains the die size difference: the Intel die is larger at 257 mm² despite having more cores and cache.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Since the database contains no head-to-head benchmark results and no benchmark scores for the Intel Core i9-14901TE, a direct numeric comparison of measured performance is not possible. The winsA and winsB fields both show zero, confirming that no recorded test pits one against the other.

What can be stated from the data is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F's own performance profile relative to its nearest rivals. The database lists four nearby competitors by average score. The nearest is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F at 24,964 average score, which is 0.2% behind the 8400F's 25,005. The Intel Core i7-11850H sits 0.3% behind at 24,935, and the Intel Core i7-13620H is 0.4% behind at 24,911. The AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% ahead at 25,103. These narrow deltas indicate the 8400F lands in a tightly packed performance band, neither clearly ahead nor behind its closest competitors.

For the Intel Core i9-14901TE, the absence of benchmark data means its only measurable comparison comes from specifications. It offers more cores (8 vs. 6), more threads (16 vs. 12), and a larger L3 cache (36 MB vs. 16 MB). Its boost clock of 5.50 GHz exceeds the AMD part's 4.70 GHz. These specification advantages suggest the Intel part could outperform in heavily threaded scenarios, but the database offers no scores to confirm that.

The AMD part's recorded scores show its own strengths. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 8,757 and the single-core score is 1,236. In Cinebench R15, the multicore score is 2,101 and the single-core score is 296. The PassMark data compression score of 288,158 and data encryption score of 16,646 demonstrate specific workload capabilities. The extended instructions score of 22,175 and find prime numbers score of 89 round out the PassMark suite.

The Verdict

From the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is the only processor with measurable performance. Its 23 benchmark scores across three test suites provide a clear picture of its capabilities, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 25,005 slightly edges its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, by 0.2%.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE cannot be recommended or rejected based on performance, because the database holds no benchmark results for it. Its specification sheet shows advantages in core count, thread count, L3 cache size, and boost clock. It also supports ECC memory and includes integrated graphics, which the AMD part lacks. However, without recorded scores, these specifications do not translate into verified performance outcomes.

For workloads where the AMD part's measured data applies, the Ryzen 5 8400F delivers solid multithreaded and single-threaded results. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 4.70 GHz boost clock produces competitive Cinebench and PassMark numbers. The 65 W TDP and dual-channel DDR5 support with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth define its platform requirements.

The Intel part's 45 W TDP suggests lower power draw, and its 5.50 GHz boost clock indicates potential for high single-thread performance, but these remain untested in the database. The 16 threads and 36 MB L3 cache could benefit parallel workloads, but again, no data confirms this.

Users seeking a processor with verified benchmark scores should look at the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F. Users considering the Intel Core i9-14901TE will need to consult other sources, as the database does not contain performance measurements for it. The verdict from the data is straightforward: one part has proven results, the other does not.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F have any benchmark results in the database?

A: Yes, the database records 23 benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F, covering 3DMark, Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, plus multiple PassMark tests.

Q: Are there any benchmark scores for the Intel Core i9-14901TE?

A: No, the database lists no benchmark results for the Intel Core i9-14901TE. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed.

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F's percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F sits in the 77th percentile among all CPUs in the database, based on its average benchmark score of 25,005.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F compare to its closest rival?

A: Its nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F with an average score of 24,964, which is 0.2% behind the 8400F. The Intel Core i7-13620H is 0.4% behind, and the AMD EPYC 9474F is 0.4% ahead.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F does not.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 8400F | Intel Core i9-14901TE |

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

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Phoenix | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.20 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 257 mm² |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2024-03-31 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $170 | Not recorded |