AMD Ryzen 7 260 vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Ryzen 7 260 arrives with a full suite of recorded benchmark data, while the Core i5-14501TE has no recorded scores in the database. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison. The Ryzen 7 260's average benchmark score is 43,717, placing it at the 88th percentile among all CPUs. The Core i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0, meaning it has no measured performance data to draw from.

Looking at the Ryzen 7 260's individual results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,211.5 and single-core score of 1,770.5 provide the clearest picture of its compute capability. In PassMark tests, the multi-thread score is 28,078 and the single-thread score is 3,736. These figures establish a baseline for what the 8-core, 16-thread processor can deliver.

Since the head-to-head benchmark table is empty, the direct comparison must rely on the nearest rival data for the Ryzen 7 260. The closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745, has an average score of 43,704, which is essentially identical with a delta of 0%. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 scores 43,689, just 0.1% behind. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 trails by 0.7% at 43,431, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 sits 0.9% behind at 43,326. These margins are remarkably tight, indicating that the Ryzen 7 260 performs in a very narrow band among its closest peers.

The Core i5-14501TE, by contrast, has no benchmark entries and no rival data. Its percentile ranking of 50 suggests it falls in the middle of the database, but without actual scores, any quantitative performance assessment is impossible. The data simply does not support a numeric head-to-head comparison.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 260 wins every measurable category because it is the only processor with recorded data. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2,747.5 and single-core score of 276.5 show balanced performance across both scaling and single-thread workloads. The R23 results follow the same pattern, with multi-core at 17,211.5 and single-core at 1,770.5.

In PassMark tests, the Ryzen 7 260 shows particular strength in data compression with a score of 351,517, which is its highest individual result. Integer math scores 96,737, floating point math scores 59,462, and extended instructions score 26,544. Data encryption posts 20,267, and random string sorting reaches 42,383. The physics test scores 1,218, and find prime numbers scores 77.

The Core i5-14501TE has no wins because it has no recorded results. Its six cores and twelve threads suggest it targets a different workload profile than the Ryzen 7 260's eight cores and sixteen threads, but the database contains no measurements to confirm any advantage. The Intel part supports ECC memory and a broader memory type range, but these are feature differences, not benchmark wins.

For use-case analysis, the Ryzen 7 260's data supports multi-threaded workloads well. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,211.5 is roughly 9.7 times its single-core score, indicating strong scaling across its 16 threads. The PassMark multi-thread score of 28,078 versus single-thread of 3,736 shows a similar pattern. Single-thread responsiveness is also solid, with the R23 single-core score of 1,770.5 placing it well within competitive range for everyday applications.

The Core i5-14501TE's lack of data means it cannot claim wins in any workload category. Its architecture and specifications suggest it could handle general desktop tasks, but the absence of benchmark results prevents any data-backed conclusion.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design schools. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It packs 25,000 million transistors into a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-14501TE uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel with a 215 mm² die size.

The core configurations differ significantly. The Ryzen 7 260 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache hierarchies also diverge. The AMD part uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on the Intel side could benefit certain workloads, but the Ryzen 7 260's smaller L3 is paired with a more modern process node.

Clock speeds show a notable split. Both processors boost to 5.10 GHz, but the base clocks differ substantially. The Ryzen 7 260 runs at 3.80 GHz base, while the Core i5-14501TE sits at 2.20 GHz base. This lower base clock on the Intel part likely reflects its desktop positioning and power characteristics.

Memory support diverges as well. The Ryzen 7 260 supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Core i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. ECC memory is supported on the Intel part but not on the AMD part.

The integrated graphics differ. The Ryzen 7 260 uses the Radeon 780M, while the Core i5-14501TE uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are capable of display output and basic acceleration, but their performance characteristics are not benchmarked here.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 7 260 provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Core i5-14501TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The newer PCIe standard on the Intel side could matter for storage and expansion, though the AMD part has more total lanes.

Socket and market segment further separate them. The Ryzen 7 260 uses AMD Socket FP8 and is classified as a mobile part. The Core i5-14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as desktop. Both have locked multipliers and are currently active in production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors run at the same boost clock?

A: Yes, both reach 5.10 GHz boost. However, the base clocks differ: the Ryzen 7 260 runs at 3.80 GHz, while the Core i5-14501TE runs at 2.20 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen 7 260 has an average benchmark score of 43,717, placing it at the 88th percentile. The Core i5-14501TE has an average score of 0 at the 50th percentile, with no recorded benchmark data.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Ryzen 7 260 supports DDR5 only. The Core i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part's bandwidth is not recorded.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 does not.

Q: What PCIe generation does each processor use?

A: The Ryzen 7 260 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. The Core i5-14501TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Intel Core i5-14501TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| 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 | 24 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 780M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2024-06-30 |

| Part Number | 100-000001724 | Q49KSRNJN |

The Verdict

The data makes one conclusion unavoidable: the AMD Ryzen 7 260 is the only processor in this comparison with measurable performance. Its average benchmark score of 43,717 at the 88th percentile places it firmly among capable CPUs, and its nearest rivals all sit within 0.9% of its score. The Cinebench and PassMark results confirm solid multi-threading and respectable single-thread performance.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE cannot be recommended on performance grounds because the database contains no scores for it. Its 50th percentile ranking with an average score of 0 indicates it has not been measured. The specifications show a 6-core, 12-thread design with a lower base clock, which suggests it would likely trail the Ryzen 7 260 in multi-threaded workloads, but this is inference, not data.

For users who prioritize ECC memory support, the Core i5-14501TE holds a clear advantage. For those who need PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, the Intel part also leads. The Ryzen 7 260 counters with more cores, a smaller process node, a higher base clock, and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

The market segment difference matters. The Ryzen 7 260 is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP8, while the Core i5-14501TE is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700. Platform choice, not raw performance, may ultimately decide between them.

Given the available data, the Ryzen 7 260 is the performance pick based on its recorded scores. The Core i5-14501TE remains a specification-only option until benchmark results are added to the database.