AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H vs Intel Core i5-14400 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H records an average benchmark score of 32812, which is higher than the Intel Core i5-14400's 32115. The AMD part also sits at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, one point above Intel's 82nd percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400 wins decisively in Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 21315 versus 12393 for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H. That is a 41.9% advantage for Intel in this workload.

Q: Which processor wins in single-threaded tests?

A: Intel wins all single-threaded comparisons. In Geekbench single-core, Intel scores 1905 versus 1716 for AMD (a 9.9% lead). In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 3741 versus 3305 (an 11.7% lead). The gap is largest in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel's 3009 beats AMD's 1480 by 50.8%.

Q: Are there any tests where the AMD processor wins?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H wins two of the 17 head-to-head tests: PassMark data encryption (18681 vs 16731, a 11.7% lead) and PassMark integer math (86068 versus 82017, a 4.9% lead).

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14400 has 10 cores and 16 threads. Both processors support 16 threads, but Intel uses a hybrid core configuration to achieve that count.

Q: What is the release date difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H was released on 2022-04-18, while the Intel Core i5-14400 was released on 2024-01-07. Intel's part is roughly 21 months newer.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H is built on the Zen 3+ architecture under the Rembrandt codename. It uses TSMC's 6 nm process with a die size of 208 mm². The processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Its cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The chip is designed for mobile platforms, using AMD Socket FP7, and features a 45 W TDP. It includes the Radeon 680M integrated graphics, supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. ECC memory is not supported.

The Intel Core i5-14400 uses the Raptor Lake-R architecture (Raptor Lake Refresh) and is built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². It has 10 cores and 16 threads, running at 2.50 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The cache layout is different: 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The Intel chip is a desktop part on Socket 1700 with a TDP of 65 W. It includes UHD Graphics 730 as its integrated GPU, supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Unlike the AMD chip, the Intel processor supports ECC memory.

The foundry and process node represent a fundamental difference. AMD uses TSMC at 6 nm, while Intel fabricates in-house at 10 nm. The core counts differ: 8 versus 10, yet both have 16 threads. The AMD part has a higher base clock (3.20 GHz versus 2.50 GHz), but both boost to 4.70 GHz. The Intel processor has a larger L3 cache (20 MB versus 16 MB) and more L1/L2 per core.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14400 dominates the vast majority of benchmark workloads. Out of 18 head-to-head tests, it wins 15. Its biggest advantages are in compute-heavy tasks like Cinebench R23 multi-core (41.9% lead), Cinebench R23 single-core (50.8% lead), and PassMark Find Prime Numbers (26.2% lead). It also holds substantial leads in floating-point math (21.6%), physics simulation (21.7%), and single-threaded performance across the board. For desktop users running rendering, simulation, or any workload that scales with multi-core throughput, the Intel chip is the clear choice.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H wins only two tests, but they are notable for specific use cases. Its 11.7% lead in PassMark Data Encryption suggests an advantage in cryptographic operations, which can matter for secure communication and disk encryption workloads. Its 4.9% lead in integer math indicates slightly stronger raw integer processing, which may benefit certain database or computational tasks. The AMD part also has a much lower TDP (45 W versus 65 W) and a smaller die size, making it better suited for battery-operated mobile devices where power efficiency is critical. Given its Zen 3+ architecture on TSMC's 6 nm process, it is the more power-efficient option in this pairing.

For users requiring ECC memory support, the Intel processor is the only choice of the two. The AMD chip lacks ECC entirely.

Specification Differences

• Cores: AMD: 8 cores, 16 threads; Intel: 10 cores, 16 threads.
• Base Clock: AMD: 3.20 GHz; Intel: 2.50 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Both: 4.70 GHz.
• TDP: AMD: 45 W; Intel: 65 W.
• Socket: AMD: AMD Socket FP7; Intel: Intel Socket 1700.
• Process Node: AMD: 6 nm (TSMC); Intel: 10 nm (Intel).
• Die Size: AMD: 208 mm²; Intel: 215 mm².
• L1 Cache: AMD: 64 KB per core; Intel: 80 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: AMD: 512 KB per core; Intel: 1.25 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: AMD: 16 MB shared; Intel: 20 MB shared.
• Memory Support: AMD: DDR5 only; Intel: DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory Bandwidth: AMD: 76.8 GB/s; Intel: not listed.
• ECC Memory: AMD: No; Intel: Yes.
• PCIe: AMD: Gen 4, 20 lanes; Intel: Gen 5, 16 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: AMD: Radeon 680M; Intel: UHD Graphics 730.
• Market Segment: AMD: Mobile; Intel: Desktop.
• Release Date: AMD: 2022-04-18; Intel: 2024-01-07.
• Launch MSRP: Intel: $221 (stated once).
• Part Number: AMD: 100-000000542100-000000564; Intel: SRN3QSRN46.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-14400 is the clear winner in most benchmarks, but the magnitude varies widely. The largest single-core lead comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel scores 3009 versus AMD's 1480, a 50.8% difference. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 32.3% lead (303 versus 205.1). Geekbench single-core is closer, with Intel leading 1905 to 1716 (9.9%).

Multi-core performance is also heavily Intel-favoring. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 41.9% gap (21315 versus 12393). Cinebench R15 multi-core is much closer, with Intel at 2148 versus 2085.5, only a 2.9% difference. Geekbench multi-core is nearly a tie: Intel scores 9807 versus 9683, a 1.3% lead.

PassMark results follow the same pattern. Intel wins floating-point math by 21.6% (61549 versus 48276) and physics by 21.7% (1396 versus 1093). It also leads in prime number finding (80 versus 59, a 26.2% gap), multithread (25080 versus 23417, 6.6%), and random string sorting (32346 versus 31170, 3.6%). Single-thread PassMark shows an 11.7% Intel lead (3741 versus 3305). Extended instructions are nearly tied, with Intel ahead by 0.8% (19816 versus 19654).

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H wins two notable benchmarks. In PassMark data encryption, it scores 18681 versus 16731, an 11.7% lead. In PassMark integer math, it scores 86068 versus 82017, a 4.9% lead. These wins indicate specific algorithmic strengths but do not offset the overall multi-core dominance of the Intel part.

Overall, the data shows a clear performance hierarchy: the Intel Core i5-14400 wins 15 of 18 head-to-head tests, with a 41.9% advantage in the most demanding multi-core workload and a 50.8% lead in single-core rendering. The AMD part retains advantages in encryption and integer math, plus a lower TDP and mobile form factor.