AMD Ryzen 7 170 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the AMD Ryzen 7 170 and Intel Core i5-14401TE?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the base and boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.75 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45, while the AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a TDP of 35.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 supports DDR5 memory, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 ranks in the 88th percentile, whereas the Intel Core i5-14401TE ranks in the 50th percentile.

Q: What are the process nodes for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 uses a 6 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm process node from Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 is built on the Zen 3+ architecture, using the Rembrandt-R codename. It is fabricated on a 6 nm process node at TSMC, with a die size of 210 mm². This processor is part of the Ryzen 7 generation and is designed for the mobile market segment. It uses the AMD Socket FP7 and integrates Radeon 680M graphics. The chip relies on a 16 MB shared L3 cache, with 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename from the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is manufactured on a 10 nm process node at Intel, with a die size of 215 mm². This is a desktop processor using Intel Socket 1700. It includes UHD Graphics 730 as integrated graphics. The cache hierarchy differs significantly: 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and a larger 20 MB shared L3 cache.

The memory controllers diverge as well. The AMD part supports only DDR5, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, whereas the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both processors support ECC memory and have dual-channel memory buses.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Core i5-14401TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD chip uses a 6 nm process, which is smaller than the 10 nm node of the Intel part. The Intel chip has a slightly larger die at 215 mm² compared to 210 mm² for the AMD chip. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors, and the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Therefore, direct numerical comparison between the two is not possible from the recorded data. The AMD Ryzen 7 170, however, has a full set of PassMark benchmark results.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 scores 3128 in single-thread performance (recorded as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread). Its multi-threaded score is 20760. In integer math, it scores 79738, and in floating point math, it scores 44979. The data compression test yields 265920, while data encryption scores 16078. Extended instructions score 18107, and the find prime numbers test scores 49. The random string sorting test produces 27804, and the physics test scores 890.

Because the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark entries, the database cannot provide a comparative analysis of wins or losses between the two. The winsA and winsB counters are both zero, reflecting the absence of head-to-head data. The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 7 170 is 43689, while the Intel part has an average benchmark score of 0 due to missing measurements.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 with an average score of 43704 and a delta of 0%, the AMD Ryzen 7 260 with an average score of 43717 and a delta of -0.1%, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 with an average score of 43431 and a delta of 0.6%, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 with an average score of 43326 and a delta of 0.8%. These figures place the Ryzen 7 170 within a tight performance cluster, with the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 essentially matching it and the Ryzen 7 260 slightly ahead. The Ryzen AI 9 465 and Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 trail by 0.6% and 0.8% respectively.

Specification Differences

The core count differs: 8 cores for the AMD Ryzen 7 170 versus 6 cores for the Intel Core i5-14401TE. Thread counts are 16 versus 12. Base clocks are 3.20 GHz for the AMD part and 2.00 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 4.75 GHz and 4.50 GHz respectively. TDP values are 35 for the AMD chip and 45 for the Intel chip.

The process nodes differ: 6 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. Die sizes are 210 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. The L1 cache per core is 64 KB for the AMD part and 80 KB for the Intel part. L2 cache per core is 512 KB for AMD and 1.25 MB for Intel. L3 cache is 16 MB shared for AMD and 20 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support differs: DDR5 only for AMD versus DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s; the Intel part has no recorded value. PCIe generation differs: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for AMD versus Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 680M for AMD versus UHD Graphics 730 for Intel.

The market segments differ: Mobile for AMD versus Desktop for Intel. Sockets differ: AMD Socket FP7 versus Intel Socket 1700. Release dates differ: the AMD Ryzen 7 170 was released on 2025-09-30, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE was released on 2024-06-30. Part numbers are 100-000000989 for AMD and Q4T4SRNJP for Intel. Both have no launch MSRP recorded in the database. Both processors support ECC memory.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 wins on core and thread count, offering 8 cores and 16 threads against 6 cores and 12 threads. It also has a higher base clock of 3.20 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 4.75 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. Its TDP of 35 is lower than the Intel part's 45, indicating a more power-efficient design on paper. The AMD chip uses a smaller 6 nm process node compared to 10 nm for Intel, which typically correlates with improved power efficiency. It also provides more PCIe lanes at 20 lanes (Gen 4) versus 16 lanes (Gen 5) for Intel, though the Intel lanes are a newer generation.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, a figure the Intel part lacks in the database. Its integrated Radeon 680M graphics are present, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor ranks in the 88th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel part ranks in the 50th percentile, and the AMD chip has a substantial average benchmark score of 43689 versus no recorded score for the Intel chip.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins on cache capacity: it has a larger L3 cache of 20 MB versus 16 MB, larger L2 cache per core at 1.25 MB versus 512 KB, and larger L1 cache per core at 80 KB versus 64 KB. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving it broader memory compatibility than the AMD part's DDR5-only support. It uses a newer PCIe generation at Gen 5, though with fewer lanes. The Intel part is a desktop processor, which may suit fixed installations, while the AMD part targets mobile platforms.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear performance advantage for the AMD Ryzen 7 170 based on the available measurements. It has more cores and threads, higher clock speeds, a lower TDP, a smaller process node, and a much higher percentile ranking at 88 versus 50. Its average benchmark score of 43689 confirms strong real-world performance, whereas the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores, making any performance comparison impossible from the database.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE does hold advantages in cache hierarchy, with larger L1, L2, and L3 caches. It also offers broader memory support with both DDR4 and DDR5, and a newer PCIe generation. These features may appeal to users prioritizing memory flexibility or newer I/O standards. However, the absence of benchmark data for the Intel part means its actual performance cannot be verified against the AMD chip.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 is the stronger choice for users who need higher multi-threaded throughput, given its 8 cores, 16 threads, and recorded multi-thread score of 20760. Its lower TDP of 35 also makes it more suitable for power-constrained environments. The Intel Core i5-14401TE, with its 45 TDP and desktop orientation, targets a different segment, but the database contains no evidence of its performance capabilities.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170's position in the 88th percentile and its average score of 43689 place it among capable processors, with its nearest rivals clustering within 0.8% of its performance. The Intel Core i5-14401TE's 50th percentile ranking and zero average score provide no comparable data. The verdict from the recorded data is that the AMD Ryzen 7 170 delivers measurable performance, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE offers specifications but no validated benchmark results.