AMD Ryzen 5 8600G vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G across all six shared benchmark tests. Every comparison in the Cinebench suite, from R15 through R23, ends with the same winner and a remarkably consistent margin. The AMD part leads by 18.4% in five of the six tests, with only the R15 single-core result differing slightly at 18.2%.

In multi-core workloads, the gap is substantial. The Ryzen 5 8600G scores 2,167 in Cinebench R15 multi-core versus 1,830 for the Intel Core i5-14401E, a lead of 18.4%. That advantage carries through Cinebench R20, where the AMD chip posts 9,031 against Intel's 7,627, again a delta of 18.4%. The most demanding multi-threaded test, Cinebench R23, shows the same pattern: 21,503 for AMD versus 18,161 for Intel, with the delta holding at 18.4%. This consistency across three generations of the Cinebench renderer indicates the performance gap is structural rather than workload-specific.

Single-core results tell a similar story. The Ryzen 5 8600G delivers 305 points in Cinebench R15 single-core, 18.2% ahead of Intel's 258. In R20 single-core, AMD scores 1,274 against 1,076, an 18.4% margin. The R23 single-core test confirms the trend: 3,035 for AMD versus 2,564 for Intel, again 18.4% ahead. The near-identical deltas across both single and multi-threaded tests suggest the AMD part's advantage comes from superior per-core efficiency rather than any scaling behavior unique to multi-threaded workloads.

The percentile rankings place these results in broader context. The Ryzen 5 8600G sits at the 76th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Core i5-14401E lands at the 60th percentile. The average benchmark score for the AMD chip is 24,089, compared to 5,253 for Intel. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the AMD Ryzen 5 7540U at 24,188 (0.4% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U at 23,982 (0.4% lower), the Intel Core i5-13400 at 24,280 (0.8% lower), and the Intel Core i7-1360P at 24,344 (1% lower). For the Intel part, the closest competitors are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5,259 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5,241 (0.2% lower), the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5,240 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5,210 (0.8% lower). These rival clusters show that each processor sits in a different performance tier, with the AMD part competing among much faster chips.

The head-to-head tally is unambiguous: the Ryzen 5 8600G wins all six shared tests, and the Core i5-14401E wins none. No single benchmark in the recorded data favors Intel, even by a small margin. This is a clean sweep, not a mixed bag.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E reaches 4.70 GHz. The AMD part also starts from a higher base clock of 4.30 GHz versus 2.50 GHz for Intel.

Q: How do the integrated graphics compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G includes a Radeon 760M, while the Intel Core i5-14401E features UHD Graphics 730. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores for either part, so no direct performance comparison is possible from the recorded data.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G does not. Both parts support dual-channel memory, but the AMD chip is limited to DDR5, whereas Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the difference in process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry. The AMD die measures 178 mm², while the Intel die is larger at 215 mm².

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a locked multiplier, so it does not support the same level of user-controlled frequency adjustment.

Q: Which CPU has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8600G has 16 MB. Intel also has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches: 80 KB and 1.25 MB per core respectively, versus 64 KB and 1 MB per core for AMD.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design families. The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, part of the 8000 series. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, belonging to the Core 14th Gen series. The AMD chip is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process at its own foundry. The AMD die is smaller at 178 mm², and the transistor count is listed at 25,000 million; the Intel die measures 215 mm² with no transistor count recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ in both size and organization. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. For each core, Intel allocates more cache at every level. Neither part includes 3D V-Cache, as both cache structures list null for that field.

Memory support marks another clear separation. The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G supports only DDR5 memory, while the Intel Core i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The AMD part records a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory is supported by Intel but not by AMD.

PCIe capabilities also diverge. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part includes the Radeon 760M integrated graphics, and the Intel part includes UHD Graphics 730. Both processors have 6 cores and 12 threads, but the base and boost clocks differ substantially: AMD runs at 4.30 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 2.50 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost.

The unlocked multiplier on the AMD part stands in contrast to the locked multiplier on the Intel part. Socket compatibility also differs: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has a part number of 100-000001237, and the Intel part is identified as Q49JSRNJS.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ, based on the recorded data.

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 8600G | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Base Clock | 4.30 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Phoenix | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen 4 (Phoenix)) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| ECC Memory | False | True |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 760M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $229 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | True | False |

| Part Number | 100-000001237 | Q49JSRNJS |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 76 | 60 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 24,089 | 5,253 |

The two chips share the same core and thread counts (6 cores, 12 threads), the same 65 W TDP, the same dual-channel memory bus, and the same desktop market segment. Both are currently marked as active in production.

The Verdict

The benchmark data makes the choice straightforward for most users. The AMD Ryzen 5 8600G wins every shared test by a margin of roughly 18%, and it holds a 76th percentile ranking versus the 60th percentile for the Intel Core i5-14401E. The AMD part also delivers a substantially higher average benchmark score of 24,089 against 5,253. Its higher base and boost clocks, smaller process node, and unlocked multiplier all align with the measured performance advantage.

The Intel Core i5-14401E does have distinct advantages in specific areas. It supports ECC memory, a feature the AMD part lacks. It also offers broader memory compatibility with both DDR4 and DDR5, along with a larger L3 cache (20 MB versus 16 MB) and larger per-core L1 and L2 caches. The PCIe Gen 5 interface on the Intel chip provides a newer generation of connectivity, though with fewer lanes (16 versus 20). These features could matter for users with specific requirements around memory flexibility, error-correcting memory, or PCIe Gen 5 devices.

However, the performance gap is decisive in the recorded benchmarks. The AMD part leads by 18.4% consistently across both single and multi-threaded Cinebench tests, which indicates a per-core advantage that scales evenly. The Intel part's higher cache capacities and PCIe Gen 5 support do not translate into any measured performance win in the shared tests. For users prioritizing raw CPU throughput, the Ryzen 5 8600G is the clear choice. For users who need ECC memory or dual-generation memory support, the Core i5-14401E offers those specific capabilities, but the database shows no benchmark where it outperforms the AMD part.