AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

The Intel Core i7-14701TE and AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS are both 8-core, 16-thread processors aimed at different segments, yet their benchmark results reveal a surprisingly one-sided rivalry. The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS dominates the majority of tests, winning 14 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel part claims only 3 wins. Despite this, the Intel Core i7-14701TE holds a 78th percentile ranking among all CPUs, identical to its AMD rival, and both chips post nearly identical average benchmark scores—26013 for Intel versus 26402 for AMD. The data suggests that while the AMD part is faster in most workloads, the Intel chip has specific strengths that could make it the better choice for certain niche tasks.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS is the clear winner in general-purpose and multi-threaded workloads. In every Cinebench test—R15, R20, and R23—the AMD chip wins both single-core and multi-core runs by a consistent margin of 14.3%. Its multi-core scores are notably higher: 19873 in Cinebench R23 versus the Intel's 17035, and 8346 in R20 versus 7154. The AMD part also excels in data-heavy tasks, with a 310038 score in PassMark data compression (28.9% ahead), 18648 in data encryption (37.3% ahead), and 85274 in integer math (22.8% ahead). For users running compression tools, encryption workloads, or integer-heavy calculations, the Ryzen 7 7435HS is the obvious pick.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE, despite losing most battles, wins decisively in a few specific areas. Its PassMark physics score of 1860 is 87.7% higher than the AMD's 991, suggesting significantly better performance in physics simulations. It also wins in prime number finding with a score of 143 versus 54, a 164.8% advantage, and edges out the AMD in floating-point math at 50219 versus 48863, a 2.8% margin. These wins point toward the Intel chip being stronger in certain scientific or simulation workloads that rely heavily on floating-point operations and specific integer algorithms.

The single-thread picture is also interesting. The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS wins PassMark single-thread with 3167 versus 2637, a 16.7% advantage, and similarly wins all Cinebench single-core tests. This aligns with its lower base clock of 3.10 GHz versus 2.10 GHz, though the Intel chip boosts higher at 5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. The data shows the AMD part maintains its lead even in lightly-threaded scenarios, making it the better choice for everyday responsiveness and applications that don't scale well across cores.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i7-14701TE is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, using a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It uses an Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a desktop part. In contrast, the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS uses Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt-R codename, built on a 6 nm process node from TSMC. It uses an AMD Socket FP7 and is classified as a mobile part.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Intel chip features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and a large 33 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD part has smaller per-core caches—64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2—and a much smaller 16 MB shared L3 cache. This 17 MB difference in L3 cache could explain some of the Intel's advantages in specific workloads that benefit from larger data residency, though it doesn't help it overcome the AMD's overall speed advantage.

Memory support also diverges. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the AMD part supports only DDR5 but lists a specific memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs too: the Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The Intel chip includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD part has no integrated graphics listed. The Intel die is larger at 257 mm² compared to the AMD's 210 mm², despite the AMD using a more advanced process node.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE boosts to 5.20 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS's 4.50 GHz. However, this does not translate into a single-thread performance win, as the AMD chip still leads in all single-core Cinebench tests.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS have integrated graphics?

A: No. The FACT PACK lists no integrated graphics for the AMD part, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770. This means the AMD chip requires a discrete GPU for display output.

Q: How does the average benchmark score compare between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS has an average benchmark score of 26402, while the Intel Core i7-14701TE scores 26013. This is a difference of 389 points, or roughly 1.5%, which is small enough that both sit at the 78th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: Which processor wins in data encryption tasks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS wins decisively with a PassMark data encryption score of 18648, compared to the Intel's 11699. This is a 37.3% advantage for the AMD chip.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both the Intel Core i7-14701TE and the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS have their multiplier locked, as indicated by the multiplierUnlocked field being false.

Q: What is the process node difference?

A: The Intel chip uses a 10 nm process from Intel, while the AMD chip uses a 6 nm process from TSMC. The AMD's smaller node likely contributes to its efficiency and higher clock speeds at the same 45 W TDP.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-14701TE | AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS |

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

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket FP7 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Zen 3+ |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 6 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 257 mm² | 210 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5 |

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

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

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | None |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | Not listed |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking result is the consistency of the AMD's wins across Cinebench workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 19873 versus 17035, a 14.3% lead. The same delta appears in R20 multi-core (8346 versus 7154) and R15 multi-core (2003 versus 1716). Single-core tests show the same pattern: R23 single-core is 2805 versus 2405, R20 is 1178 versus 1010, and R15 is 282 versus 242. This uniformity suggests a fundamental IPC and clock advantage for the AMD architecture.

The PassMark suite reveals where the AMD chip truly excels. Data compression shows a 28.9% lead (310038 versus 220520), data encryption a 37.3% lead (18648 versus 11699), and integer math a 22.8% lead (85274 versus 65792). Random string sorting is also heavily AMD-favored at 31827 versus 22760, a 28.5% difference. These are large, meaningful gaps for real-world productivity tasks.

The Intel wins, while fewer, are notable for their magnitude. The physics score of 1860 versus 991 represents an 87.7% advantage, indicating the Intel chip is nearly twice as fast in this specific workload. Prime number finding shows an even larger 164.8% lead (143 versus 54), suggesting the Intel architecture handles this particular algorithm far better. Floating-point math is closer, with the Intel winning 50219 versus 48863, a modest 2.8% margin. These wins hint at architectural strengths in specialized computational tasks that don't appear in more general benchmarks.

The Verdict

The data clearly points to the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS as the faster processor for the vast majority of workloads. Its wins in all Cinebench tests, PassMark multithread (23393 versus 20042), and multiple data-processing benchmarks make it the stronger choice for rendering, compilation, and general productivity. The 14.3% consistent lead across Cinebench versions indicates a solid architectural advantage that would translate to real-world speedups in multi-threaded applications. Its higher base clock of 3.10 GHz likely contributes to better out-of-the-box performance, even though the Intel chip can boost higher.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE should be selected for specific niche workloads where its strengths shine. The 87.7% physics win and 164.8% prime number win are not anomalies—they represent genuine advantages that could matter for users running physics simulations, certain scientific computing tasks, or specialized financial algorithms. The floating-point edge, while small, is consistent. Additionally, the Intel chip's integrated UHD Graphics 770 and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory give it flexibility for systems without discrete GPUs or with older memory. Its larger 33 MB L3 cache versus the AMD's 16 MB could also benefit workloads with large working sets.

For most users, the AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS is the recommended choice based on benchmark data alone. It wins in single-thread, multi-thread, and most specialized workloads. The Intel chip is only recommended for users who know their applications rely on physics calculations, prime number operations, or floating-point math—areas where the data shows it holds a decisive edge. The identical 78th percentile ranking and near-identical average scores (26013 versus 26402) suggest both are capable, but the AMD part delivers that capability more broadly across tested scenarios.