AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

The Verdict

The database contains complete benchmark records for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This means the AMD processor can be analyzed directly against its nearest rivals, but the Intel part can only be assessed on its listed specifications, not on measured performance. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D carries an average benchmark score of 39,768, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, averages 39,603, a difference of 0.4 percent in favor of the 9800X3D. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 averages 40,048, which is 0.7 percent higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 averages 40,081, which is 0.8 percent higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 averages 39,485, which is 0.7 percent lower.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average benchmark score of zero, meaning the database contains no measured results for this processor. Any comparison between the two CPUs must therefore rest on specification differences rather than performance deltas. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the only one of the two with recorded workload scores, so it is the only part for which the data can support a direct performance verdict. Users seeking measured multi-threaded and single-threaded results should look to the AMD processor. The Intel part, on paper, offers a higher boost clock and a lower TDP, but no benchmark data exists to confirm how those specifications translate into real workload performance.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher recorded average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an average benchmark score of 39,768. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has an average benchmark score of zero, as the database contains no benchmark results for it.

Q: How does the Ryzen 7 9800X3D compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS?

A: The Ryzen 7 9800X3D averages 39,768, which is 0.4 percent higher than the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS average of 39,603.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a TDP of 120 watts, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Intel part is rated for substantially lower power draw.

Q: Which processor supports a wider range of memory types?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and the Intel Core i9-14901TE have ECC memory support listed in the database.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part holds a 60 MB advantage in this cache tier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the Intel Core i9-14901TE has an empty benchmark array. Consequently, no direct workload scores exist to compare between the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The analysis must instead rely on the AMD processor's measured results against its nearest rivals and the specification sheet of the Intel part.

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,230 and a single-core score of 2,080. In Geekbench, it records 18,696 for multi-core and 2,964 for single-core. The 3DMark suite shows 10,081 for 16 threads, 2,394 for 2 threads, 4,669 for 4 threads, 8,252 for 8 threads, 10,067 for max threads, and 1,212 for single thread. PassMark results include 40,009 for multi-thread, 4,430 for single-thread, 116,709 for integer math, 79,456 for floating point math, 38,808 for extended instructions, 22,158 for data encryption, 468,017 for data compression, 48,526 for random string sorting, 4,083 for physics, and 423 for find prime numbers.

Against the nearest rivals, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D sits within a narrow band. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 trails by 0.7 percent, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS trails by 0.4 percent, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 leads by 0.7 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 leads by 0.8 percent. These deltas are small, indicating the 9800X3D performs at a level comparable to these four established desktop and mobile parts. The 87th percentile ranking confirms that it sits above the majority of CPUs in the database, though not at the very top.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE, with no recorded scores, cannot be positioned against these rivals or against the AMD part in any measured workload. Its percentile ranking of 50 and average score of zero reflect the absence of data, not a measured performance level.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses 8 cores and 16 threads, as does the Intel Core i9-14901TE. Both are desktop processors with active production status. The base clock differs significantly: the AMD part runs at 4.70 GHz, while the Intel part runs at 2.30 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with the AMD processor at 5.20 GHz and the Intel processor at 5.50 GHz, an advantage of 0.30 GHz for Intel.

TDP ratings diverge sharply. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is rated at 120 watts, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE is rated at 45 watts. The Intel part uses the Intel Socket 1700, whereas the AMD part uses the AMD Socket AM5. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel processor is locked.

Process technology differs as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is built on a 4 nm node by TSMC, with a die size of 70.6 mm² and 8,315 million transistors. The Intel Core i9-14901TE is built on a 10 nm node by Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². The database does not list a transistor count for the Intel part.

Memory support separates the two further. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. Both use dual-channel memory buses and both support ECC memory.

PCIe lanes differ: the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core i9-14901TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses Radeon Graphics, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770.

Cache configurations are not identical. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the AMD part has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel part has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache favors AMD decisively: 96 MB shared versus 36 MB shared.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D was released on 2024-11-06, with a launch MSRP of $479. The Intel Core i9-14901TE was released on 2024-06-30, and the database does not list a launch MSRP for it. The AMD part number is 100-000001084, and the Intel part number is Q49CSRNJJ.

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the only processor in this comparison with measured performance. Its 120-watt TDP and 4.70 GHz base clock suggest a design aimed at sustained throughput, and the benchmark results confirm strong multi-threaded output. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,230 and the PassMark multi-thread score of 40,009 indicate that the processor handles heavily threaded workloads well. The 96 MB L3 cache, a characteristic of the 3D V-Cache design in this product family, supports workloads that benefit from large amounts of fast-accessible cache. The 87th percentile ranking places it above most CPUs in the database.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE has no recorded scores, so the data cannot confirm any workload win for it. Its listed specifications do point to certain advantages on paper. The 45-watt TDP is considerably lower than the AMD part's 120-watt rating, which suggests a lower power envelope for systems where heat dissipation and power draw are primary constraints. The 5.50 GHz boost clock is 0.30 GHz higher than the AMD part's 5.20 GHz, which could benefit lightly threaded workloads if the silicon can sustain that frequency. The Intel part also supports DDR4 memory in addition to DDR5, which broadens platform memory compatibility. Its 2 MB L2 cache per core doubles the AMD part's 1 MB per core allocation.

The database does not include measured scores for the Intel processor, so any statement about its real-world performance advantage remains speculative. The AMD processor, by contrast, has a full benchmark suite across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark. Users who require verified performance data should treat the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the part with demonstrated results, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE remains an unmeasured processor in this database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D belongs to the Ryzen 7 generation built on the Zen 5 architecture, with the codename Granite Ridge. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm process node and uses a 70.6 mm² die with 8,315 million transistors. The Intel Core i9-14901TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R. It is manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node and uses a 257 mm² die. The database does not list a transistor count for the Intel part.

The core and thread counts match at 8 cores and 16 threads, but the underlying designs differ substantially. The AMD part uses the Zen 5 microarchitecture, which is a newer design generation than the Raptor Lake refresh used in the Intel part. The AMD processor integrates 96 MB of shared L3 cache, a substantial amount enabled by the 3D V-Cache stacking technology associated with the X3D branding. The Intel processor provides 36 MB of shared L3 cache, a figure typical of Raptor Lake desktop parts. The L2 cache allocation favors Intel at 2 MB per core versus 1 MB per core for AMD, while both parts use 80 KB of L1 cache per core.

The process node difference is notable. The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The die size difference reflects the distinct design approaches: the AMD die measures 70.6 mm², while the Intel die measures 257 mm². The AMD part uses the AM5 socket platform, while the Intel part uses the LGA 1700 socket platform.

Memory architecture differs as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports DDR5 memory only, with a rated memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, though the database does not list a memory bandwidth value for it. Both parts use dual-channel memory buses and both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ in lane count. The AMD part provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses Radeon Graphics, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770.

The multiplier status separates the two as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an unlocked multiplier, allowing frequency adjustment on supported platforms. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has a locked multiplier, restricting such adjustment. The AMD part lists a launch MSRP of $479, while the Intel part has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.