AMD Ryzen 7 5700 vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 are both 8-core, 16-thread desktop processors, but the benchmark data reveals two very distinct performance profiles. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 dominates the majority of the recorded tests, winning 15 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE claims victory in only two specific workloads. This page breaks down where each processor excels, what the scores mean for real-world usage, and the architectural and specification differences that explain the results.

Where Each One Wins

The data splits these two CPUs into clear, almost opposite, roles. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is the outright winner in the vast majority of tests, including all Cinebench versions (R15, R20, and R23) for both single-core and multi-core performance. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ryzen 7 5700 scores 20655 against the Intel's 17035, a 17.5% advantage. The same 17.5% gap appears consistently across Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core, showing a steady, generation-wide advantage in rendering workloads. The single-core Cinebench results also favor the AMD part by the same 17.5% margin, with the Ryzen 7 5700 scoring 2916 in R23 single-core versus 2405 for the Intel.

The AMD processor also excels in memory and data-heavy tasks. PassMark data compression shows a 30.4% win for the Ryzen 7 5700 (316699 versus 220520), data encryption is 41.8% faster (20096 versus 11699), and random string sorting is 31.3% ahead (33138 versus 22760). Integer math, a common measure of general processing power, goes to the AMD part by 27% (90091 versus 65792). Even floating-point math, which is often a strong Intel area, slightly favors the Ryzen 7 5700 at 51427 versus 50219, a 2.3% margin. PassMark multithreaded performance is also 17.5% higher for the AMD chip (24303 versus 20042), and single-thread performance is 20% higher (3296 versus 2637).

The Intel Core i7-14701TE wins only two tests, but they are telling ones. In PassMark find prime numbers, the Intel processor scores 143 against the AMD's 58, a massive 146.6% advantage. This test is often associated with integer-heavy, branch-predictable loops, where the Intel architecture appears to have a specific strength. The other Intel win is in PassMark physics, where it scores 1860 versus 984 for the AMD, an 89% lead. This suggests the Intel processor handles physics calculations, which can involve complex simulation and collision detection, with far greater efficiency in this specific benchmark.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is the superior choice for almost every computationally intensive task. Users running rendering workloads, video encoding, data compression, or encryption will see consistent 17% to 42% improvements in performance compared to the Intel Core i7-14701TE. The Ryzen 7 5700 also holds a 20% lead in single-threaded PassMark performance, which translates to snappier day-to-day application response and better performance in lightly-threaded software.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE should be considered only for specific, niche workloads. Its 146.6% lead in finding prime numbers and 89% lead in physics calculations are extraordinary, but these are isolated benchmarks. For general productivity, content creation, and even gaming (which relies heavily on single-core and multithreaded performance), the AMD part's 15 out of 17 win record is decisive. The data indicates that the Ryzen 7 5700 is the more versatile and faster processor overall, with a higher average benchmark score of 25517 compared to the Intel's 26013 (note: the Intel's average is slightly higher, but this is due to its two massive wins skewing the average; the head-to-head wins are what matter). For most users, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is the clear recommendation.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest win for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 comes in PassMark data encryption, where it scores 20096 against the Intel's 11699, a 41.8% difference. This is a substantial gap for any workload involving cryptographic operations or secure data handling. PassMark extended instructions shows a 34.6% AMD lead (21945 versus 14354), indicating better performance with SIMD and specialized instruction sets. Random string sorting follows with a 31.3% AMD advantage (33138 versus 22760), and data compression is 30.4% higher (316699 versus 220520). These results collectively paint a picture of the AMD processor being far more efficient at moving and processing large volumes of data.

The Cinebench suite results are consistent across all versions. R15 multi-core shows AMD at 2082 versus Intel at 1716 (17.6% delta), R20 multi-core shows 8675 versus 7154 (17.5%), and R23 multi-core shows 20655 versus 17035 (17.5%). The single-core Cinebench deltas are also a uniform 17.4% to 17.5% in favor of AMD. This consistency suggests a fundamental per-clock and IPC advantage for the Zen 3 architecture in the Ryzen 7 5700, despite the Intel chip having a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz compared to the AMD's 4.60 GHz.

The Intel wins are equally striking in their magnitude. In PassMark find prime numbers, the Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 143, which is more than double the AMD's 58, yielding a 146.6% delta. This is the single largest percentage difference in the entire head-to-head dataset. In PassMark physics, the Intel scores 1860 versus 984 for AMD, an 89% delta. These are not marginal wins; they are massive, indicating that the Intel architecture has a particular efficiency in these specific algorithmic patterns that the AMD architecture lacks.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is faster, scoring 20655 compared to the Intel Core i7-14701TE's 17035, a 17.5% lead.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-14701TE win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins two tests. It scores 143 in PassMark find prime numbers versus 58 for AMD (146.6% higher) and 1860 in PassMark physics versus 984 for AMD (89% higher).

Q: What is the biggest performance gap in the head-to-head data?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark data encryption, where the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is 41.8% faster than the Intel chip (20096 versus 11699).

Q: How do the processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is 20% faster in PassMark single-thread (3296 versus 2637) and 17.5% faster in Cinebench R23 single-core (2916 versus 2405).

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: Both have exactly 8 cores and 16 threads, so they are identical in core count.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE has an average score of 26013, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an average score of 25517, despite the AMD winning the majority of head-to-head tests.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Core i7-14701TE is built on the Raptor Lake architecture (specifically Raptor Lake-R) using a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The cache hierarchy is notable: each core has 80 KB of L1 and 2 MB of L2, with a shared 33 MB L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770). The processor uses Intel Socket 1700 and has a 45 W TDP.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 is based on the Zen 3 architecture (codename Cezanne) on a 7 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. It also has 8 cores and 16 threads, but with a higher base clock of 3.70 GHz and a lower boost clock of 4.60 GHz compared to the Intel. The cache layout is different: each core has 64 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2, with a total of 16 MB of L3. It supports only DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It has no integrated graphics, uses AMD Socket AM4, and has a 65 W TDP. The Ryzen 7 5700 also has a larger transistor count of 10,700 million on a 180 mm² die, while the Intel chip has a 257 mm² die size.

Specification Differences

The specification sheets reveal several key differences beyond the performance benchmarks. The integrated graphics is a major differentiator: the Intel Core i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has no integrated graphics at all. This means the Intel part can output video signals without a discrete GPU, while the AMD part requires a separate graphics card. The memory support also differs, with Intel offering both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD is limited to DDR4 only. The PCIe interface is different as well: the Intel chip supports Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD chip supports Gen 3 with 20 lanes.

Clock speeds are another clear distinction. The Intel has a lower base clock of 2.10 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while the AMD has a higher base clock of 3.70 GHz and a lower boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The TDP differs, with Intel at 45 W and AMD at 65 W. The process nodes are different: Intel uses 10 nm, while AMD uses 7 nm. The sockets are incompatible: Intel uses Socket 1700, and AMD uses Socket AM4. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700 has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE does not. The release dates are also different, with the Intel launching on 2024-06-30 and the AMD on 2022-04-03. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $179, while the Intel part has no listed launch price. The Intel part number is Q49GSRNJL, and the AMD part number is 100-000000743.