AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT across every shared benchmark. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 3767 against 1830 for the Intel Core i5-14401E, a 105.8% advantage. The single-core R15 result follows the same pattern: 531 versus 258, again a 105.8% delta. This is not a close contest; the AMD part doubles the Intel chip in both metrics.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT posts 15696 in multi-core, while the Intel Core i5-14401E manages 7627. That is another 105.8% lead. The single-core R20 score for AMD is 2215, against 1076 for Intel, a 105.9% gap, the largest margin recorded in this comparison. The R23 results mirror the trend: AMD scores 37373 multi-core and 5276 single-core, versus Intel’s 18161 and 2564 respectively, with deltas of 105.8% in both cases.

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT is not merely ahead in one workload type; it wins every single test in the head-to-head set. The Intel Core i5-14401E records zero wins across all six benchmarks. The magnitude of the difference, consistently around 105.8%, suggests a fundamental performance tier gap rather than a workload-specific advantage. For any user comparing these two based on raw Cinebench scores, the AMD part delivers roughly double the performance in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded rendering tasks.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT uses a Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. It is built on the Vermeer codename and belongs to the Ryzen 9 generation. The chip features 16 cores and 32 threads, which is the core count that drives its multi-threaded performance. It carries 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a 64 MB L3 cache. The CPU uses 8,300 million transistors across a dual-die design with each die measuring 74 mm². Memory support is DDR4 only, with a dual-channel bus delivering 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. It supports ECC memory and uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. There is no integrated graphics. The socket is AMD Socket AM4, and the multiplier is unlocked.

The Intel Core i5-14401E uses a Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It is part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, with the codename Raptor Lake-R. This chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, half the core count of the AMD part. Its cache configuration differs: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The die size is 215 mm², and transistor count is not recorded. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel bus, though memory bandwidth is not listed. It also supports ECC memory and uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are present in the form of UHD Graphics 730. The socket is Intel Socket 1700, and the multiplier is locked.

The most significant architectural difference is core count and process node. The AMD part doubles the Intel chip in cores and threads, while using a smaller 7 nm node versus 10 nm. The Intel chip offers DDR5 support and PCIe Gen 5, which the AMD part lacks, but the AMD part provides a larger L3 cache (64 MB versus 20 MB) and a higher base and boost clock. The AMD’s base clock is 3.30 GHz with a boost of 4.80 GHz, while the Intel’s base is 2.50 GHz with a boost of 4.70 GHz. The AMD also has a higher TDP of 105 watts versus 65 watts, which aligns with its larger core count.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data shows that the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT wins in every measured category, but the nature of the wins differs by workload. In multi-core rendering, the AMD’s 16 cores and 32 threads provide a massive advantage. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 37373 is more than double the Intel’s 18161, confirming that heavily parallel workloads favor the AMD chip. This includes tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and scientific computing that scale with core count.

In single-core performance, the AMD also wins, but the margin is similar: 5276 versus 2564 in Cinebench R23 single-core. This is notable because the Intel chip has a higher per-core L1 and L2 cache, but the AMD’s higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz and Zen 3 architecture still deliver a 105.8% lead. For lightly threaded tasks like web browsing or office applications, the AMD part still outperforms, though the absolute difference in real-world terms may be less pronounced than in multi-core workloads.

The Intel Core i5-14401E has no recorded benchmark wins in this comparison. Its advantages are architectural rather than performance-based. It supports DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, which are newer standards, and it includes integrated graphics, which the AMD lacks. For a system that requires a display output without a discrete GPU, the Intel chip has a functional advantage. The lower 65 watt TDP also suggests lower power draw, which may matter in compact or power-constrained builds, though this is not directly measured in the benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the performance difference in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD scores 37373, while the Intel scores 18161. The AMD leads by 105.8%.

Q: Does the Intel chip support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT supports DDR4 only.

Q: Which CPU has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT uses a 7 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT wins all six head-to-head tests, with a consistent 105.8% to 105.9% margin over the Intel Core i5-14401E in both single-core and multi-core Cinebench workloads. The AMD part sits in the 90th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel chip sits in the 60th percentile. The AMD’s average benchmark score is 50718, compared to 5253 for the Intel, a tenfold difference in aggregate performance.

For a user prioritizing raw compute performance, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT is the clear choice based on these measurements. Its 16-core configuration delivers double the multi-threaded score of the Intel chip, and its single-core performance is also superior. The Intel Core i5-14401E offers modern platform features like DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5, plus integrated graphics, but the recorded performance data shows it cannot compete with the AMD part in any rendering workload.

The Intel chip’s nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-11700B and Intel Core i9-10850K, with average scores around 5240, which places it in a different performance class. The AMD’s nearest rivals are high-end parts like the Intel Core i9-13980HX and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370, with average scores around 50400 to 51000. The data suggests that the AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT belongs in a significantly higher tier.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 9 5900XT | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 16 | 6 |

| Threads | 32 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.30 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Die Size | 2x 74 mm² | 215 mm² |

| Transistors | 8,300 million | Not recorded |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Launch MSRP | $349 | Not recorded |