AMD Ryzen 7 170 vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains a complete Passmark benchmark suite for the AMD Ryzen 7 170, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores at all. This asymmetry makes a direct head-to-head comparison impossible from the measured data. The AMD part's average benchmark score of 43,689 places it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs tracked in the database, indicating strong overall performance. The Intel part sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of zero, which reflects the absence of test data rather than actual performance characteristics.

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 delivers a multi-thread score of 20,760 and a single-thread score of 3,128 in the Passmark suite. These scores anchor its position near several close rivals. The nearest competitor, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745, posts an average score of 43,704 with a delta of 0 percent, meaning the two are effectively identical in aggregate performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 trails by a negligible 0.1 percent with a score of 43,717, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 sits 0.6 percent behind at 43,431, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 trails by 0.8 percent at 43,326. These sub-one-percent differences show that the Ryzen 7 170 sits squarely in a tightly packed performance cluster where no single benchmark result separates the contenders by any meaningful margin.

The individual workload scores for the Ryzen 7 170 reveal its character across different instruction types. Data compression reaches 265,920, a figure that dwarfs the floating-point math score of 44,979 and the integer math score of 79,738. Extended instructions score 18,107, while data encryption posts 16,078. Random string sorting completes at 27,804, and prime number finding records a score of 49. Physics simulation scores 890. These numbers indicate a processor that excels at compression workloads, likely due to its thread count and cache configuration, while maintaining respectable arithmetic throughput.

Architecture Differences

The two CPUs come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 uses the Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt-R codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundries. This node difference has direct implications for power efficiency and thermal density. The AMD part carries a 35 W TDP despite offering 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part draws 45 W with only 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD processor achieves higher thread count with lower power draw, which the data attributes to the denser 6 nm process.

Core layouts differ substantially. The Ryzen 7 170 provides 8 full cores with 16 threads, all based on the Zen 3+ design. The Core i5-14501TE provides 6 cores and 12 threads, also without hybrid core architecture. Cache hierarchies diverge as well. The AMD chip allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Intel part therefore holds a substantial advantage in total cache capacity, particularly at the L2 and L3 levels, which can benefit workloads with high data reuse.

Memory support separates the two as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, delivering a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, though the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. Both CPUs support ECC memory, which matters for error-sensitive compute tasks. PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count: the AMD part provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel platform offers newer PCIe signaling but fewer lanes at the CPU level.

Integrated graphics also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 uses the Radeon 680M, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not record comparative graphics benchmark scores, so the relative performance of these iGPUs remains unquantified. The AMD processor targets the mobile market segment with an FP7 socket, while the Intel part targets desktop systems with Socket 1700. Production status for both is listed as active, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a recorded average benchmark score of 43,689, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores, so its average is listed as zero with a 50th percentile ranking.

Q: What are the power consumption figures for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 has a 35 W TDP, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has a 45 W TDP. The AMD part achieves higher core and thread counts at a lower power envelope.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 170 supports DDR5 on a dual-channel bus with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 170 and the Intel Core i5-14501TE have ECC memory support enabled.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 170 | Intel Core i5-14501TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.75 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 210 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 680M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-09-30 | 2024-06-30 |

| Part Number | 100-000000989 | Q49KSRNJN |

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the AMD Ryzen 7 170 in terms of measured performance, since it is the only one of the two with recorded scores. Its 88th percentile ranking and average score of 43,689 place it among capable performers, with nearest rivals all within a 0.8 percent margin. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has no measured data, so its performance profile remains unknown from the database. Any selection between these two must therefore rely on architectural specifications rather than direct benchmark comparisons.

The AMD part offers more cores, more threads, a lower TDP, a smaller process node, and higher base clock. The Intel part offers a higher boost clock, larger cache at every level, dual memory type support, and PCIe Gen 5. The Intel part also uses a desktop socket, while the AMD part targets mobile systems. These differences point to different deployment scenarios. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 suits workloads that benefit from parallel thread execution within a constrained power budget. The Intel Core i5-14501TE suits systems that need the latest PCIe connectivity, larger cache, and the flexibility of DDR4 or DDR5 memory.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 170 wins on thread count and power efficiency. Its 8 cores and 16 threads at 35 W TDP outperform the Intel part's 6 cores and 12 threads at 45 W TDP in raw parallelism per watt. The smaller 6 nm process node from TSMC gives it a density advantage, and its 3.20 GHz base clock provides a higher floor for sustained workloads. The recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s gives it a defined throughput ceiling for memory-bound tasks. Its 88th percentile ranking confirms that it delivers competitive performance in the database's measured workloads.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE wins on peak clock speed and cache capacity. Its 5.10 GHz boost clock exceeds the AMD part's 4.75 GHz, which can translate to faster single-thread responses in bursty workloads. The 24 MB shared L3 cache doubles the AMD part's 16 MB, and the 1.25 MB per-core L2 cache more than doubles the AMD part's 512 KB per core. The PCIe Gen 5 interface with 16 lanes provides newer I/O bandwidth for compatible devices. The dual memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 gives system builders memory flexibility. Its desktop Socket 1700 and newer release date in the database, June 2024 versus September 2025, indicate a different product cycle position. For scenarios where benchmark data is absent, the Intel part's specifications suggest strengths in cache-sensitive and high-boost workloads, while the AMD part's measured results confirm strengths in multi-threaded efficiency.