AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX and the Intel Core i5-14401E. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counters for both processors are zero. Consequently, a direct comparison of identical workloads across both chips is not possible from the database. Instead, the analysis must rely on the separate benchmark suites recorded for each processor, alongside their respective percentile rankings and nearest rival comparisons.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX holds a PassMark average benchmark score of 60,104, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, scores 60,099, a delta of 0 percent, indicating near parity. The Intel Core i9-14900F trails by 0.2 percent at 60,008, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D sits 0.8 percent behind at 59,641. The only rival ahead is the Intel Xeon Gold 6338T at 60,572, a 0.8 percent margin. These figures place the 8745HX among high-end desktop and mobile processors.

The Intel Core i5-14401E records an average benchmark score of 5,253, placing it in the 60th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, scores 5,259, a delta of -0.1 percent. The Intel Core i7-11700B is 0.2 percent behind at 5,241, the Intel Core i9-10850K also 0.2 percent behind at 5,240, and the Intel Core i5-13400T trails by 0.8 percent at 5,210. The 14401E sits in a distinctly lower performance tier than the 8745HX based on average scores.

The Ryzen 7 8745HX also delivers a PassMark single-thread score of 3,879, a figure absent from the Intel chip's recorded PassMark results. The Intel Core i5-14401E instead provides Cinebench scores: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 18,161 and single-core at 2,564, along with Cinebench R20 multi-core at 7,627 and single-core at 1,076, and Cinebench R15 multi-core at 1,830 and single-core at 258. The AMD chip's PassMark multi-thread score is 31,517, while its integer math score is 100,328, floating point math is 61,972, data encryption is 21,840, and data compression is 363,759. The sheer scale of these scores relative to the Intel chip's Cinebench results indicates the AMD processor operates in a higher performance class, though the differing test suites prevent an exact apples-to-apples percentage comparison.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Dragon Range codename, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The chip integrates 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. Cache is organized per core: 64 KB of L1, 1 MB of L2, plus a shared 32 MB L3. The CPU supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. It uses AMD Socket FL1, carries a 55 W TDP, and features an unlocked multiplier. The integrated graphics is a Radeon 610M. PCIe support is Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU. The processor targets the mobile market segment and remains in active production.

The Intel Core i5-14401E uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The die size is 215 mm², with no transistor count recorded. Cache is organized per core: 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2, plus a shared 20 MB L3. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, though memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The chip uses Intel Socket 1700, has a 65 W TDP, and its multiplier is locked. Integrated graphics is UHD Graphics 730. PCIe support is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The processor targets the desktop market segment and remains in active production.

The architectural split is clear: AMD uses a smaller 5 nm process with a larger core count, while Intel uses a larger 10 nm process with fewer cores. AMD offers ECC memory support set to false, while Intel lists ECC memory as true. The AMD chip has a smaller L1 per core (64 KB versus 80 KB) and smaller L2 per core (1 MB versus 1.25 MB), but a larger shared L3 (32 MB versus 20 MB). The AMD processor also carries more PCIe lanes (28 versus 16) and higher clock speeds on both base and boost. The Intel chip offers broader memory compatibility with DDR4 and DDR5, whereas AMD is DDR5-only.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX wins in raw computational throughput. Its PassMark multi-thread score of 31,517, integer math of 100,328, and floating point math of 61,972 indicate strong sustained multi-core performance. Data compression at 363,759 and random string sorting at 44,494 further demonstrate heavy workload capability. The 92nd percentile ranking places it well above the Intel chip's 60th percentile. The higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus 4.70 GHz also supports single-thread performance, reflected in its PassMark single-thread score of 3,879.

The Intel Core i5-14401E's recorded Cinebench scores provide a different perspective. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 18,161 and single-core at 2,564 show respectable rendering performance for a 6-core desktop chip. The Cinebench R20 and R15 results follow the same pattern. However, with only 12 threads against 16, a lower boost clock, and a lower percentile rank, the Intel chip wins in scenarios where its lower TDP of 65 W and desktop socket compatibility matter. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility on older platforms, and includes ECC memory support, which the AMD chip lacks. The Intel chip's locked multiplier and desktop market segment position it for mainstream builds, while the AMD chip's unlocked multiplier and mobile segment target high-end laptops.

The benchmark split shows the AMD processor dominates in PassMark workloads, while the Intel processor's Cinebench results are the only recorded rendering scores. No direct head-to-head wins are recorded for either chip. The data suggests the AMD chip is the stronger multi-threaded performer, while the Intel chip holds advantages in platform flexibility and memory options.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has an average benchmark score of 60,104, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has an average score of 5,253.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E lists ECC memory support as true. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX lists ECC memory support as false.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Are the multipliers unlocked on either processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a locked multiplier.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX uses a 5 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on nearly every recorded specification. The AMD chip has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clock is 3.60 GHz for AMD versus 2.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clock is 5.10 GHz for AMD versus 4.70 GHz for Intel. TDP is 55 W for AMD versus 65 W for Intel. Sockets differ: AMD Socket FL1 versus Intel Socket 1700. Architecture differs: Zen 4 versus Raptor Lake. Process node differs: 5 nm at TSMC versus 10 nm at Intel. Die size is 71 mm² for AMD versus 215 mm² for Intel. Transistor count is 6,570 million for AMD, with none recorded for Intel.

Cache layouts differ per core: AMD has 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2, while Intel has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2. Shared L3 is 32 MB for AMD versus 20 MB for Intel. Memory support is DDR5-only for AMD versus DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD, with none recorded for Intel. ECC support is false for AMD and true for Intel. PCIe lanes are 28 for AMD versus 16 for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon 610M for AMD versus UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. Market segment is mobile for AMD and desktop for Intel. The multiplier is unlocked for AMD and locked for Intel. Release dates differ: 2025-04-22 for AMD versus 2024-06-30 for Intel. The part numbers are 100-000001851 for AMD and Q49JSRNJS for Intel.

The Verdict

The data indicates the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is the higher-performing processor. Its average benchmark score of 60,104 dwarfs the Intel chip's 5,253, and its 92nd percentile ranking versus 60th percentile confirms a wide performance gap. The AMD chip offers more cores, more threads, higher clocks, a smaller process node, a larger L3 cache, more PCIe lanes, and an unlocked multiplier. It is the clear choice for workloads that demand multi-threaded throughput, as evidenced by its PassMark multi-thread score of 31,517 and integer math score of 100,328.

The Intel Core i5-14401E holds advantages in platform flexibility. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and fits the Intel Socket 1700 desktop platform. Its 65 W TDP is higher than the AMD chip's 55 W, but its locked multiplier and desktop segment target a different use case. The Intel chip's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,161 and single-core score of 2,564 show it can handle rendering tasks, but the AMD chip's PassMark results place it in a higher performance tier.

The choice depends on platform and workload. For maximum computational performance, the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is the data-backed pick. For a desktop build requiring ECC memory, DDR4 compatibility, or an Intel platform, the Intel Core i5-14401E is the appropriate selection. The recorded data does not support a direct head-to-head comparison, but the aggregate scores and specifications point clearly to the AMD chip as the stronger performer.