AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX vs Intel Core i5-14501TE

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains a full benchmark suite for the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This absence of data for the Intel part means a direct score-for-score comparison is not possible from our measurements. Instead, the analysis must rely on the Ryzen 9 7940HX's absolute scores and its position within the broader CPU landscape.

The Ryzen 9 7940HX delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29400, a figure that places it in the 94th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its single-core Cinebench R23 score is 1807. In 3DMark tests, the processor scales from a single-thread score of 1027 up to 13447 in the max-threads workload. The 16-thread score is 12501, while the 8-thread and 4-thread scores are 7158 and 3844 respectively. The 2-thread score is 2001.

PassMark results for the Ryzen 9 7940HX show a multi-thread score of 53204 and a single-thread score of 3942. Specific workload tests reveal a floating-point math score of 121383 and an integer math score of 202883. Data compression scores hit 693741, while data encryption reaches 41974. Extended instruction tests produce a score of 51029, random string sorting scores 81775, and the find prime numbers test returns 273. The physics test score is 2297.

The average benchmark score for the Ryzen 9 7940HX is 69875. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 7 9700F with an average score of 69996 (a delta of -0.2 percent relative to the 7940HX), the Intel Core i7-14700KF at 70163 (delta -0.4 percent), the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X at 69515 (delta 0.5 percent), and the Intel Core i7-14700K at 69355 (delta 0.7 percent). These deltas indicate the 7940HX sits within a tight performance cluster, essentially matching those desktop parts in aggregate scoring despite its mobile classification.

For the Intel Core i5-14501TE, the database shows no benchmark scores, no wins, and no nearest rivals. Its percentile rank is 50, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0. This means every head-to-head win count remains at zero for both processors, as there is no comparative data to establish a win for either side.

Where Each One Wins

Without benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-14501TE, no workload-specific wins can be assigned to it. The analysis of wins is therefore confined to the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX's recorded strengths. The 7940HX's multi-threaded performance is its clearest advantage, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29400 and the PassMark multi-thread score of 53204. These results indicate strong scaling across its 16 cores and 32 threads.

Single-thread performance for the 7940HX is also solid, with a PassMark single-thread score of 3942 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1807. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1027 further confirms this. The processor's integer and floating-point math scores, 202883 and 121383 respectively, suggest robust computational throughput for mixed workloads. The data compression score of 693741 and encryption score of 41974 indicate capability in storage and security-related tasks.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, would theoretically target lower thread-count workloads, but the database provides no scores to verify this. The 14501TE's percentile rank of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, which is a stark contrast to the 7940HX's 94th percentile. The absence of any recorded wins for the Intel part means the data cannot support a claim of superiority in any specific test.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Dragon Range codename, part of the 7000 series. It is built on a 5 nm process by TSMC, with a transistor count of 13,140 million and a die size of 2x 71 mm². The Intel Core i5-14501TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series. It is built on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a die size of 215 mm² and no transistor count recorded.

The 7940HX features 16 cores and 32 threads, while the 14501TE features 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The 7940HX has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The 14501TE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The L3 cache difference is notable: 64 MB versus 24 MB.

Memory support diverges as well. The 7940HX supports DDR5 only, while the 14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The 7940HX has a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the 14501TE has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory support is absent on the 7940HX but present on the 14501TE. PCIe lanes differ, with the 7940HX offering Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only) and the 14501TE offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics also differ. The 7940HX includes a Radeon 610M, while the 14501TE includes UHD Graphics 770. The 7940HX has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the 14501TE does not. The 7940HX is classified as a mobile processor, while the 14501TE is a desktop processor.

Specification Differences

The base clock for the 7940HX is 2.40 GHz, and the boost clock is 5.20 GHz. The 14501TE has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The 7940HX has a TDP of 55, while the 14501TE has a TDP of 45. The 7940HX uses AMD Socket FL1, whereas the 14501TE uses Intel Socket 1700.

The 7940HX has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the 14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The 7940HX's L3 cache is 64 MB, while the 14501TE's L3 cache is 24 MB. The 7940HX supports DDR5 memory only, while the 14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The 7940HX has 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the 14501TE has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes.

ECC memory is supported on the 14501TE but not on the 7940HX. The 7940HX has an unlocked multiplier, while the 14501TE is locked. The release dates differ, with the 7940HX released on 2024-01-16 and the 14501TE on 2024-06-30. The 7940HX has a part number of 100-000001486, while the 14501TE has a part number of Q49KSRNJN. The 7940HX's process node is 5 nm, and the 14501TE's process node is 10 nm.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, and the Intel Core i5-14501TE has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX does not.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX has 64 MB of L3 cache, and the Intel Core i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile rank?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE is in the 50th percentile.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX delivers substantial multi-threaded and single-threaded scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 29400 and a PassMark multi-thread score of 53204. Its 94th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 69875 place it alongside high-end desktop parts like the Intel Core i7-14700KF, which scores 70163 on average. The 7940HX's nearest rival deltas range from -0.4 percent to 0.7 percent, indicating it is statistically comparable to those chips.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores in the database, no average score, and no nearest rivals. Its 50th percentile rank reflects an absence of measured performance data rather than a measured result. The 14501TE's 6 cores, 12 threads, 24 MB of L3 cache, and 45 TDP suggest a lower-end specification, but the database offers no scores to confirm any performance level.

For users selecting based on recorded measurements, the AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX is the only option with verified performance data. Its 16 cores, 32 threads, and 64 MB of L3 cache provide a strong foundation for multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its benchmark scores. The Intel Core i5-14501TE cannot be evaluated from the database because no results exist for it. The data supports choosing the 7940HX for any workload where performance has been measured, while the 14501TE remains an unquantified alternative.