AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX vs Intel Core i5-14600T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data paints a clear picture of two processors with very different personalities. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX takes the majority of head-to-head wins, claiming 11 of 17 tests, while the Intel Core i5-14600T secures 6. The AMD part dominates compute-heavy, multi-threaded workloads, particularly in PassMark's specialized math and data tests. Its wins include data compression (383322 vs 301827), data encryption (22967 vs 18226), extended instructions (28966 vs 16985), and integer math (105773 vs 95112). These are workloads that reward raw core efficiency and memory bandwidth, areas where the Ryzen's Zen 4 architecture and 32 MB shared L3 cache shine.

The Intel part, however, wins where single-thread performance and latency-sensitive tasks matter most. It takes Cinebench R23 single-core with a decisive 3169 vs 1850, a 41.6% margin, and also wins Cinebench R15 single-core (319 vs 294.5) and Geekbench single-core (2559 vs 2366). Interestingly, the Intel chip also edges ahead in PassMark physics (1873 vs 1697) and floating-point math (64726 vs 64297), though the latter is a narrow 0.7% margin. The i5-14600T's higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz, matched by the Ryzen's 5.10 GHz, does not fully explain the single-thread gap; the architecture itself appears more responsive in lightly threaded scenarios.

The use-case split is stark. The Ryzen 7 7745HX is the better choice for content creation, data processing, encryption tasks, and any workload that can saturate its 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14600T, with its 14 cores and 20 threads, paradoxically loses in most multi-threaded tests except Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it posts 22447 vs 18452.5, a 17.8% advantage. That single win suggests Intel's hybrid core design (likely performance and efficiency cores) excels in certain rendering workloads, but the AMD part is more consistent across the board.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600T wins Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 3169, compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX's 1850, a delta of 41.6% in Intel's favor.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX beat the Intel chip in multi-threaded PassMark tests?

A: Yes. The Ryzen posts a PassMark multithread score of 32581 versus the Intel's 26409, a 23.4% advantage. It also wins PassMark integer math (105773 vs 95112) and data compression (383322 vs 301827).

Q: What is the TDP difference between these two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel Core i5-14600T has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel part draws less power but still manages to win several single-thread benchmarks.

Q: Which chip supports DDR4 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i5-14600T supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX supports only DDR5.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX has an average benchmark score of 33091, while the Intel Core i5-14600T averages 32707. Both sit at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX offers Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), whereas the Intel Core i5-14600T offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The biggest win for the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX comes in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 28966 against the Intel's 16985, a 70.5% margin. This test likely measures SIMD and vectorized workloads, and the Zen 4 architecture's AVX-512 support may be the reason. The Ryzen also shows a 32% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core (2986 vs 2262), a 29.6% advantage in random string sorting (44474 vs 34310), and a 28.9% edge in finding prime numbers (156 vs 121). These are substantial, not marginal, differences.

The Intel Core i5-14600T's largest victory is equally dramatic. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3169 crushes the Ryzen's 1850, a 41.6% delta. That is a massive gap for a single-thread test, suggesting the Intel chip's architecture is far more efficient per clock in lightly threaded rendering. The i5 also wins Cinebench R23 multi-core (22447 vs 18452.5, a 17.8% margin), which is surprising given the Ryzen's other multi-thread wins. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Intel part wins by 7.7% (319 vs 294.5), and in Geekbench single-core by 7.5% (2559 vs 2366).

There are a few close calls worth noting. PassMark floating-point math is nearly a tie, with Intel ahead by only 0.7% (64726 vs 64297). PassMark single-thread goes to AMD by 5.4% (3947 vs 3744), a counterpoint to Intel's Cinebench single-thread dominance. The Ryzen also wins Geekbench multi-core by 6% (13613 vs 12840), despite losing Cinebench R23 multi-core. These divergences suggest the two chips have different optimization profiles depending on the benchmark's instruction mix and memory access patterns.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ significantly. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14600T has 14 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks also differ: the Ryzen runs at 3.60 GHz, the Intel at 1.80 GHz, though both boost to 5.10 GHz. TDP is another major split: the AMD part is rated at 55 watts, the Intel at 35 watts. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FL1, while the Intel uses Intel Socket 1700.

Cache layouts are different as well. The Ryzen has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. The Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. Memory support diverges: the Ryzen supports only DDR5 dual-channel, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 dual-channel. The Ryzen's memory bandwidth is listed at 83.2 GB/s; the Intel's is not recorded. Both support ECC memory, and both have integrated graphics: the AMD Radeon 610M versus the Intel UHD Graphics 770.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD offers Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), the Intel Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Ryzen has an unlocked multiplier, the Intel does not. Process node and die size also differ: the AMD uses TSMC's 5 nm process with a 71 mm² die and 6,570 million transistors, while the Intel uses its own 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die and no transistor count recorded. The AMD part is a mobile segment chip released in January 2023; the Intel is a desktop chip released in January 2024.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is built on Zen 4 architecture under the Dragon Range codename. It is part of the 7000 series and uses a 5 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14600T uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of Core 14th Gen, on a 10 nm process from Intel. The process node difference is notable: 5 nm versus 10 nm, and the die size reflects this, with the AMD at 71 mm² versus the Intel at 257 mm². The AMD packs 6,570 million transistors into that smaller die.

The cache architecture also reflects different design philosophies. AMD uses a larger 32 MB shared L3 cache, while Intel uses 24 MB shared L3 but larger per-core L1 (80 KB vs 64 KB) and L2 (2 MB vs 1 MB). The AMD chip's smaller die and TSMC process suggest higher density and efficiency, while Intel's larger die and per-core cache may favor certain single-thread workloads. The integrated graphics differ too: AMD's Radeon 610M versus Intel's UHD Graphics 770. Both support ECC memory, a prosumer feature.

The memory and PCIe support round out the architectural picture. AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. AMD offers more PCIe lanes (28 vs 16) at Gen 5. The AMD chip is designed for mobile (laptops) with a 55 watt TDP, while the Intel targets desktop with a 35 watt TDP. The unlocked multiplier on the AMD part suggests overclocking potential, though the Intel chip's locked multiplier may be a constraint for enthusiasts.

The Verdict

The data suggests two distinct buyer profiles. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is the pick for users who need consistent multi-threaded performance across a wide range of workloads. It wins 11 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, including demanding tests like data compression, encryption, and extended instructions. Its 23.4% lead in PassMark multithread and 11.2% lead in integer math indicate strong general-purpose compute. The Ryzen also has a higher average benchmark score (33091 vs 32707) and matches the Intel's 83rd percentile ranking. For content creation, data processing, or any task that uses many threads, this chip is the data-backed choice.

The Intel Core i5-14600T is the pick for single-thread-sensitive applications. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 41.6% higher, and it also wins Geekbench single-core and Cinebench R15 single-core. The i5's Cinebench R23 multi-core win (17.8% ahead) is an outlier that cannot be ignored, but it does not carry the broader multi-thread suite. The Intel part also runs at a lower TDP (35 vs 55 watts), which may appeal to power-conscious desktop builds. Its support for both DDR4 and DDR5 offers memory flexibility. Users prioritizing rendering in Cinebench, or workloads that favor Intel's hybrid core design, should lean this way.

Neither chip is a universal winner. The Ryzen dominates specialized math and data tasks, while the Intel excels in rendering and single-thread latency. The benchmark record shows the AMD part as the more balanced all-rounder, with the Intel as a specialist in specific areas. The choice hinges on whether the workload leans toward AMD's strengths or Intel's single-thread advantages. The data does not support a single "best" label; it supports a use-case-driven decision.