AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 vs Intel Core i7-14700KF Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Core i7-14700KF wins 9 of the 11 shared benchmark comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 takes the remaining 2. The magnitude of Intel's victories is substantial, while AMD's wins are narrow.

The largest gap appears in floating point math. The Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 134393 against AMD's 82461, a difference of 38.6%. This is the widest delta in the entire comparison. Data encryption follows a similar pattern, with Intel at 40046 and AMD at 22848, a 42.9% deficit for the Ryzen part. Integer math shows Intel ahead by 32.2%, scoring 183056 versus 124167.

Data compression workloads favor Intel heavily. The Core i7-14700KF records 694963, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 manages 457211, a 34.2% gap. Random string sorting also goes to Intel by 34.1%, with scores of 74723 and 49219 respectively. The physics benchmark shows Intel winning by 31.6%, scoring 2961 against AMD's 2026.

Multithread performance tells the same story. Intel scores 52425, AMD scores 38201, a 27.1% advantage for the Core i7. The extended instructions test is closer, with Intel leading by 9.5% (40660 versus 36800). Prime number finding also favors Intel, though by a smaller margin of 11.3%, with scores of 212 and 188.

The two AMD wins come in single-thread performance. Both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread tests record identical scores for each chip: AMD at 4624 and Intel at 4480. That gives the Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 a 3.2% edge in each case. It is a modest win, but it is the only category where AMD takes the lead.

The overall average benchmark score reflects this distribution. AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 sits at 74761, while the Intel Core i7-14700KF averages 70163. Despite losing most head-to-head tests, AMD's average is actually higher, which suggests the specific test selection in the head-to-head set skews toward Intel's strengths. The AMD part ranks at the 95th percentile among all CPUs, while Intel sits at the 94th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700KF dominates in heavily parallel, throughput-oriented workloads. Its 20 cores and 28 threads give it a structural advantage in multithreaded operations, and the benchmark data confirms this. Data compression, encryption, floating point math, integer math, and physics simulations all show Intel with leads between 27.1% and 42.9%. For workloads that can use many threads simultaneously, the Core i7 is the stronger choice.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 wins in single-thread performance. Its score of 4624 beats Intel's 4480 by 3.2%. This matters for lightly threaded applications, legacy software, or workloads where per-core speed is the limiting factor. The AMD chip also carries integrated Radeon Graphics, which the Intel part lacks entirely, so systems built around the Ryzen can operate without a discrete GPU. The Intel Core i7-14700KF has no integrated graphics, requiring a separate graphics card for display output.

Data encryption favors Intel by a wide margin, which may matter for filesystem encryption or secure communication workloads. The extended instructions test shows a narrower Intel lead of 9.5%, indicating that SIMD-heavy code still prefers the Intel part but not by the same overwhelming margin seen elsewhere. Prime number finding, a classic integer-heavy benchmark, also goes to Intel by 11.3%.

The AMD part's 3.2% single-thread advantage is the only clear use-case split in its favor. For users running mostly single-threaded applications, the Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 offers a measurable, if small, edge. For everything else in the benchmark suite, the Core i7-14700KF is the faster processor.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different manufacturing processes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 70.6 mm² and 8,315 million transistors. The Intel Core i7-14700KF uses Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm². The transistor count for Intel is not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ significantly. AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel provides 20 cores and 28 threads. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: AMD has 1 MB per core, Intel has 2 MB per core. Shared L3 cache is nearly identical, with AMD at 32 MB and Intel at 33 MB. The Intel chip's higher core count is the primary driver of its multithreaded benchmark dominance.

Memory support diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for it. Both chips support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD offers Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The AMD processor is codenamed Granite Ridge and belongs to the Ryzen 7 generation based on Zen 5. The Intel part is codenamed Raptor Lake-R, part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. AMD's socket is AM5, Intel's is Socket 1700. The AMD chip is not multiplier unlocked, while the Intel chip is unlocked, allowing overclocking. AMD's market segment is listed as Server/Workstation, while Intel's is Desktop.

Release dates differ by nearly two years. AMD launched on 2025-09-15, Intel on 2023-10-16. Both are marked as Active in production status. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $384. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The Intel part number is SRN3Y, while AMD's is 100-000001408.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 scores 4624 in both single-thread tests, while the Intel Core i7-14700KF scores 4480. AMD leads by 3.2%.

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core i7-14700KF in multithreaded workloads?

A: Intel scores 52425 in the passmark multithread test against AMD's 38201, a 27.1% advantage. The gap is even larger in floating point math, where Intel leads by 38.6%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 and the Intel Core i7-14700KF support ECC memory. AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 includes Radeon Graphics. The Intel Core i7-14700KF has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for display output.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700KF has 20 cores and 28 threads.

Q: Which processor ranks higher in the overall percentile comparison?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 ranks at the 95th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core i7-14700KF ranks at the 94th percentile. AMD also has a higher average benchmark score of 74761 versus Intel's 70163.

The Verdict

The benchmark data favors the Intel Core i7-14700KF for most performance-oriented tasks. It wins 9 of 11 head-to-head tests, with decisive margins in multithreaded, floating point, integer, encryption, and compression workloads. Its 20 cores and 28 threads provide a structural advantage that the Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 cannot overcome in parallel processing. For users running rendering, simulation, data compression, or any workload that scales across cores, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded scores.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 wins specifically in single-thread performance, with a 3.2% edge. It also offers integrated graphics, a smaller die, a more advanced 4 nm process, and a higher overall percentile ranking. Its market segment is listed as Server/Workstation, which suggests it is positioned for reliability-focused builds rather than raw throughput. The lower 65 TDP compared to Intel's 125 TDP also indicates a more power-efficient design, though the database does not record wattage figures for other comparisons.

The choice depends on workload. For maximum multithreaded throughput, the Intel Core i7-14700KF is the stronger option, backed by consistent double-digit leads across most benchmarks. For single-threaded applications, integrated graphics, or a newer process node, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 offers specific advantages, though its benchmark wins are narrow. The Intel part is also older, with a launch date in 2023, while AMD arrived in 2025.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 | Intel Core i7-14700KF |

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

| Cores | 8 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 5.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 70.6 mm² | 257 mm² |

| Transistors | 8,315 million | Not recorded |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB (shared) | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | None |

| Market Segment | Server/Workstation | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-09-15 | 2023-10-16 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | 100-000001408 | SRN3Y |