AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents an unusual comparison because the two processors occupy different market segments and have very different benchmark coverage. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX has an extensive set of 17 recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the head-to-head benchmark table is empty, and the win count for each processor is zero. The analysis must therefore rely on the available benchmark data for the AMD part and the architectural specifications for the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is positioned in the 95th percentile against all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 76,212. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (average score 76,155, delta 0.1 percent), the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P (average score 76,492, delta -0.4 percent), the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (average score 76,513, delta -0.4 percent), and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (average score 75,779, delta 0.6 percent). These deltas are all within one percent, indicating that the 8945HX sits in a tightly contested performance cluster at the top of the database.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE, by contrast, sits at the 50th percentile against all CPUs and has an average benchmark score of zero due to the absence of recorded measurements. This is not a statement about its real-world performance, but rather a reflection of the data coverage. The database shows no wins for either processor in head-to-head tests because no such tests were recorded.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two parts is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Dragon Range codename, fabricated by TSMC on a 5 nm process. It packs 16 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The transistor count is listed at 13,140 million, spread across a dual-die design with each die measuring 71 mm². The cache hierarchy is generous: 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. It supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The integrated graphics are Radeon 610M. The socket is AMD Socket FL1, and the market segment is mobile. The multiplier is unlocked, and the production status is active. The part number is 100-000001848.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, fabricated by Intel on a 10 nm process. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The die size is 215 mm², and no transistor count is recorded. The cache configuration differs notably: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, though no memory bandwidth figure is listed. ECC memory is supported, which the AMD part does not offer. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770. The socket is Intel Socket 1700, and the market segment is desktop. The multiplier is locked. The part number is Q49KSRNJN.

Several feature-level differences stand out. The AMD part offers PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part has no ECC support, while the Intel part does. The AMD part uses a dual-die design with a smaller total die area (2x 71 mm² versus 215 mm²), though the Intel die is a single piece. The process node advantage belongs to AMD at 5 nm versus Intel's 10 nm. The release dates differ: the Intel part was released on 2024-06-30, while the AMD part was released on 2025-04-22.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is a high-end mobile processor designed for heavy multi-threaded workloads, while the Intel Core i5-14501TE is a mid-range desktop processor with a lower core count and a more modest feature set. The AMD part's 16 cores and 32 threads give it a clear structural advantage in parallel tasks, and its benchmark scores confirm this: it achieves 42,713 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 17,939 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 4,305 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. Single-core results are also strong, with 6,030 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2,532 in Cinebench R20 single-core.

The Intel part, with 6 cores and 12 threads, is a more modest configuration. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache is smaller than the AMD part's 64 MB, and its 10 nm process is older than AMD's 5 nm node. The Intel part does support ECC memory and both DDR4 and DDR5, which could be relevant for certain desktop use cases that require error-correcting memory. Its locked multiplier and lower TDP of 45 watts (versus 55 watts for the AMD part) suggest a focus on efficiency and stability rather than maximum performance.

From the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX is the clear performance leader in every category where scores exist. Its percentile ranking of 95 versus 50 for the Intel part reflects this gap. The Intel Core i5-14501TE, however, has no recorded benchmark scores, so direct numerical comparison is impossible. The architecture differences, particularly core count and cache size, strongly favor the AMD part for multi-threaded workloads. The Intel part may be suitable for desktop systems that need ECC memory support or prefer the Intel Socket 1700 platform, but the database offers no performance evidence to support that choice.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache size?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX has 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14501TE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX does not support ECC memory.

Q: What process nodes do these processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX uses a 5 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14501TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX has a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. No memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel Core i5-14501TE.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

No head-to-head benchmark tests were recorded between the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX and the Intel Core i5-14501TE. The database contains an empty head-to-head table for this pair, and the win count for each processor is zero. This is primarily because the Intel part has no benchmark scores at all, leaving no basis for direct comparison.

The AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX's own benchmark results, however, provide a detailed picture of its performance profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 42,713 in multi-core and 6,030 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 17,939 in multi-core and 2,532 in single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 4,305 in multi-core and 607 in single-core. These results indicate a strong balance between single-thread and multi-thread performance, with the multi-core scores being particularly high due to the 16-core configuration.

PassMark results for the AMD part cover a range of workloads. The multi-thread score is 51,405, and the single-thread score is 3,907. Integer math scores 195,180, floating point math scores 117,453, and extended instructions score 49,823. Data encryption scores 40,836, data compression scores 677,755, and prime number finding scores 262. Physics scores 2,168, and random string sorting scores 78,781. These numbers show strong performance in encryption, compression, and math-heavy tasks, which aligns with a high-core-count processor.

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HX, all within a 0.6 percent delta in average score, include the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (76,155), the AMD EPYC Embedded 8224P (76,492), the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9945WX (76,513), and the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D (75,779). The 8945HX's average score of 76,212 places it between the EPYC and Threadripper parts on one side and the Core Ultra and 9950X3D on the other. This tight clustering suggests that the 8945HX delivers performance comparable to both server-class embedded parts and flagship desktop processors, despite being a mobile part.

For the Intel Core i5-14501TE, the absence of benchmark scores means no such analysis is possible. Its architectural specifications, including 6 cores, 12 threads, and 24 MB of L3 cache, place it in a lower performance tier, but the database cannot quantify that gap numerically. The 50th percentile ranking, based on the aggregate database, indicates it sits at the median of all CPUs, but this is not derived from any recorded measurements of this specific part. The data, as recorded, supports only a qualitative assessment: the AMD part is designed for maximum throughput, while the Intel part is a mid-range desktop option with ECC support and a locked multiplier.