AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and the Intel Core i5-14401TE. The head-to-head benchmark field is empty, with zero recorded wins for either processor. This absence of direct comparison data means the analysis must rely on the available benchmark scores for the AMD processor and the architectural specifications for the Intel processor.

The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D delivers a substantial multi-core performance profile based on its recorded Cinebench results. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the processor scores 38,161.5 points, while the single-core score reaches 2,159.5 points. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 6,042.5 and a single-core score of 332 points. These figures place the AMD processor in the 96th percentile among all CPUs tracked in the database, indicating it outperforms roughly 96 percent of all recorded processors.

The Passmark suite provides additional performance data for the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D. The multi-thread score stands at 62,674, while the single-thread score reaches 4,511. Integer math operations score 222,503, floating-point math scores 144,122, and extended instructions score 62,813. Data compression workloads score 785,811, data encryption scores 39,446, and random string sorting scores 83,497. The physics test delivers a score of 4,687, and the find prime numbers test completes with a score of 525.

Because the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, direct numerical comparisons between the two processors cannot be made. The Intel processor holds a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs, but its average benchmark score is recorded as zero, meaning the database contains no performance measurements for this part. The AMD processor, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 97,453 across its recorded tests.

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D provide context for its performance positioning. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX averages 98,504 points, which is 1.1 percent higher than the 9955HX3D. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9945 averages 96,083 points, 1.4 percent lower. The AMD EPYC 4565P averages 95,764 points, 1.8 percent lower. The AMD EPYC 9175F averages 95,615 points, 1.9 percent lower. These narrow margins place the 9955HX3D in a tightly contested performance tier, with all four nearest rivals within roughly two percentage points of its average score.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D uses the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Fire Range, built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC. The processor contains 16 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The thermal design power is rated at 55 watts. The processor package includes two dies, each measuring 70.6 mm², with a total of 16,630 million transistors. The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The processor supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. The PCIe interface provides Gen 5 connectivity with 28 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics come in the form of a Radeon 610M. The processor uses the AMD Socket FL1 and belongs to the mobile market segment. It was released on January 5, 2025, and remains in active production. The multiplier is unlocked, and the part number is 100-000001030.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel. The processor contains 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The thermal design power is rated at 45 watts. The die size measures 215 mm². The cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. ECC memory is supported. The PCIe interface provides Gen 5 connectivity with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics come in the form of UHD Graphics 730. The processor uses the Intel Socket 1700 and belongs to the desktop market segment. It was released on June 30, 2024, and remains in active production. The multiplier is locked, and the part number is Q4T4SRNJP.

The two processors differ fundamentally in core count, thread count, process node, cache capacity, memory support, PCIe lane count, socket type, market segment, release date, and multiplier locking. The AMD processor offers more than double the core count of the Intel part, 16 cores versus 6 cores, and more than double the thread count, 32 threads versus 12 threads. The AMD processor also carries a significantly larger L3 cache at 128 MB versus 20 MB. The process node advantage belongs to AMD at 4 nm versus 10 nm. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD processor supports DDR5 only. The AMD processor provides 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the Intel processor provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The AMD processor targets mobile devices, while the Intel processor targets desktop systems.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D wins in all recorded performance categories because the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark scores in the database. The AMD processor demonstrates strength across multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 38,161.5 and Passmark multi-thread score of 62,674. These results indicate the processor handles parallel workloads efficiently, which is consistent with its 16-core, 32-thread configuration.

Single-thread performance for the AMD processor is also robust. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,159.5 and the Passmark single-thread score of 4,511 show strong per-core capability. The boost clock of 5.40 GHz supports this performance level. The Passmark data compression score of 785,811 indicates the processor excels at compression workloads, while the data encryption score of 39,446 shows solid cryptographic throughput. The extended instructions score of 62,813 reflects good SIMD and vector processing capability.

The AMD processor holds a 96th percentile ranking among all CPUs, which places it in the top four percent of all processors in the database. Its average benchmark score of 97,453 confirms its position in a high-performance tier. The nearest rivals, all within roughly two percentage points of its average score, demonstrate that the 9955HX3D competes with workstation and server class processors despite its mobile market segment designation.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins in the domain of power efficiency based on its specification profile. The processor carries a 45 watt TDP, which is 10 watts lower than the AMD processor's 55 watt TDP. This lower thermal envelope, combined with fewer cores and threads, suggests the Intel part may suit power-constrained environments. The Intel processor also offers broader memory compatibility with support for both DDR4 and DDR5, which provides flexibility in system design. The desktop market segment designation means the processor targets stationary systems, while the AMD processor targets mobile platforms.

The Intel processor's 50th percentile ranking, while based on no recorded benchmark scores, indicates it sits at the median of all CPUs in the database. This ranking likely reflects its specification profile rather than measured performance, given the absence of benchmark data. The locked multiplier on the Intel part limits overclocking potential, while the AMD processor's unlocked multiplier allows user-controlled frequency adjustments.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category recorded in the database. The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D offers 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE offers 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD processor has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the Intel processor has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The thermal design power differs, with the AMD processor rated at 55 watts and the Intel processor rated at 45 watts.

The socket types differ entirely. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FL1, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The architectures differ as well, with the AMD processor using Zen 5 and the Intel processor using Raptor Lake. The codenames reflect this difference, with Fire Range for AMD and Raptor Lake-R for Intel. The process nodes differ, with the AMD processor built on 4 nm technology at TSMC and the Intel processor built on 10 nm technology at Intel. The foundry for the AMD processor is TSMC, while the Intel processor uses Intel's own fabrication.

The cache configurations differ substantially. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs, with the AMD processor providing 1 MB per core and the Intel processor providing 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache represents the largest difference, with the AMD processor offering 128 MB and the Intel processor offering 20 MB. The memory support differs, with the AMD processor supporting DDR5 only and the Intel processor supporting both DDR4 and DDR5. The memory bandwidth is recorded for the AMD processor at 89.6 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure exists for the Intel processor.

The PCIe configurations differ, with the AMD processor providing Gen 5 with 28 lanes and the Intel processor providing Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with the AMD processor using Radeon 610M and the Intel processor using UHD Graphics 730. The market segments differ, with the AMD processor classified as mobile and the Intel processor classified as desktop. The release dates differ, with the AMD processor released on January 5, 2025, and the Intel processor released on June 30, 2024. The multiplier status differs, with the AMD processor unlocked and the Intel processor locked. The die sizes differ, with the AMD processor using two dies of 70.6 mm² each and the Intel processor using a single die of 215 mm². The transistor count is recorded for the AMD processor at 16,630 million, while no transistor count exists for the Intel processor.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D has 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D supports DDR5 memory. The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: What is the recorded multi-core score for the AMD processor in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D scores 38,161.5 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core testing.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-14401TE have any recorded benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores. Its average benchmark score is zero, and its nearest rivals list is empty.