AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-14701E wins all 15 head-to-head comparisons recorded in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 does not secure a single victory in any measured workload, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded, integer or floating point, compression or encryption.

The Intel part dominates across the board, but the margin varies significantly by workload. Its smallest advantage comes in single-threaded PassMark tests, where it leads by 18.4%, while its largest lead appears in prime number finding, where it outperforms the AMD chip by 76.1%. The pattern suggests the Intel processor's advantage scales with workload intensity and thread utilization, with the widest gaps appearing in tasks that stress sustained multi-core throughput.

For users prioritizing raw compute capability, the Intel Core i7-14701E is the clear choice. Its 8 cores and 16 threads provide double the physical resources of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330, which offers 4 cores and 8 threads. The Cinebench results reinforce this: the Intel chip scores 22195 in Cinebench R23 multi-core versus 7840 for the AMD part, a gap of 64.7%. Even in single-core tests, where architectural efficiency matters most, the Intel processor maintains a decisive 42.2% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330, despite losing every benchmark, still holds relevance in its intended market segment. It is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, designed for thin-and-light systems where thermal and power constraints take priority over absolute performance. Its wins are not in benchmark scores but in efficiency and portability characteristics, though the database records no direct efficiency measurements for comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, with the codename Krackan Point 2 and generation designation Ryzen AI 300. It integrates 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses Raptor Lake architecture on Intel's 10 nm process, with the codename Raptor Lake-R. It provides 8 cores and 16 threads, clocked at 2.60 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. Both processors allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part offers 1 MB of L2 per core and 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core and provides 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This larger cache pool likely contributes to the Intel processor's advantage in data-heavy workloads, though the database does not isolate cache effects.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, which the AMD part does not.

PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. This positions the Intel processor for desktop platforms with more expansion headroom. The AMD processor targets the mobile segment with AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop systems.

Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 includes Radeon 820M, while the Intel Core i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770. Both are active production parts, with the AMD released in July 2025 and the Intel released in June 2024. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single margin appears in PassMark's find prime numbers test. The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 176 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's 42, a 76.1% advantage. This test often reflects integer arithmetic and cache efficiency, areas where the Intel part's larger L3 cache and higher clock speeds provide clear benefits.

Cinebench R23 multi-core shows the second-largest gap at 64.7%. The Intel score of 22195 dwarfs the AMD score of 7840. This workload scales with core count and sustained boost behavior, and the Intel processor's 8 cores versus 4 cores explains much of the difference. The single-core variant of Cinebench R23 shows a 42.2% lead, with Intel scoring 3133 against AMD's 1812.

PassMark physics simulation shows a 70.6% gap, with Intel at 2399 and AMD at 705. This test typically stresses floating-point and multi-threaded coordination. The floating-point math test follows with a 57.7% gap: Intel scores 61873, AMD scores 26196. Integer math shows a 53.6% gap, with Intel at 81325 and AMD at 37771.

Data encryption shows a 51.2% gap, with Intel at 14862 and AMD at 7251. Data compression shows a 46.3% gap, with Intel at 282939 and AMD at 152012. Random string sorting shows a 44.5% gap, with Intel at 29158 and AMD at 16188.

The PassMark multi-thread test shows a 51% gap, with Intel at 26112 and AMD at 12797. Extended instructions show a 40% gap, with Intel at 18528 and AMD at 11124. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 46.8% gap, with Intel at 2237 and AMD at 1191. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 36.5% gap, with Intel at 315 and AMD at 199.9.

The narrowest margin appears in PassMark single-thread tests, where Intel leads by 18.4% with scores of 4305 versus 3515. Even this smallest gap represents a substantial performance difference in single-threaded applications.

FAQ

Q: How many benchmarks does the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 win?

A: The database records zero wins for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 across all 15 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core i7-14701E wins every single test.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap appears in PassMark's find prime numbers test, where the Intel Core i7-14701E leads by 76.1%, scoring 176 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's 42.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 cores and 8 threads, exactly half the resources.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any advantage in cache configuration?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor also has 2 MB of L2 per core versus 1 MB per core on the AMD part.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5. Only the Intel processor supports ECC memory.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E leads by 18.4% in PassMark single-thread tests, scoring 4305 versus 3515. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel lead is 42.2%, with scores of 3133 versus 1812.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every recorded specification. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz versus 2.60 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.50 GHz versus 5.40 GHz in favor of Intel.

Thermal design power differs significantly: the AMD part is rated at 28 W, while the Intel part is rated at 65 W. This reflects their different market segments, mobile versus desktop. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700.

Architecture and process node also differ: AMD uses Zen 5 on 4 nm TSMC, while Intel uses Raptor Lake on 10 nm Intel. The Intel part has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while no die size is recorded for the AMD part. L2 cache is 1 MB per core on AMD versus 2 MB per core on Intel. L3 cache is 4 MB on AMD versus 33 MB shared on Intel.

Memory support: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with no bandwidth recorded. ECC memory is available only on Intel. PCIe: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: Radeon 820M on AMD versus UHD Graphics 770 on Intel.

Release dates differ: AMD released July 2025, Intel released June 2024. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP. Market segments: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Both are active production parts with locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The data directs a straightforward conclusion: the Intel Core i7-14701E is the superior processor in every measured workload. Its average benchmark score of 33206 places it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 averages 18811, placing it in the 73rd percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H and AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, with score differences of 0% and -0.1% respectively. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-1355U and AMD EPYC 7643, with differences of 0.4% and 0.6%.

For desktop users seeking maximum compute throughput, the Intel Core i7-14701E delivers consistently higher scores across Cinebench and PassMark suites, with multi-threaded advantages exceeding 50% in most tests. Its 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.40 GHz boost clock, and 33 MB L3 cache provide a substantial foundation for heavily threaded workloads like rendering, simulation, and data compression.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has no benchmark victories, but its 28 W TDP and mobile socket targeting indicate a different design goal. It belongs in compact portable systems where power draw and thermal output matter more than raw performance. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration with Zen 5 architecture and 4 nm process delivers efficiency-focused computing, though the database records no efficiency metrics to quantify that advantage.

Users choosing between these two parts should base their decision on platform constraints. The Intel processor requires a desktop Socket 1700 motherboard and a 65 W thermal solution. The AMD processor fits mobile Socket FP8 systems with lower power envelopes. For pure performance, the Intel Core i7-14701E wins every recorded comparison. For mobile deployment, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 offers a lower-power alternative, but the data cannot recommend it on performance grounds alone.