AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 vs Intel Core i7-14650HX Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX leads decisively in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 20454 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430's 8130, a 60.3% advantage for Intel.

Q: How large is the gap in single-core performance?

A: The Intel part wins every recorded single-core test, but the margins are much smaller. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 1969 against AMD's 1797, an 8.7% difference, and in PassMark single-thread, Intel leads 3841 to 3683, a 4.1% gap.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 16 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has 4 cores and 8 threads. Intel also uses a larger L3 cache, 30 MB shared versus 4 MB for AMD.

Q: What are the power requirements of each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has a 28 W TDP. The Intel Core i7-14650HX has a 55 W TDP. The Intel part also has a higher boost clock, 5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz for AMD.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 and the Intel Core i7-14650HX list ECC memory support in the database. Their memory types differ: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do the two compare in overall percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX sits at the 88th percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 sits at the 73rd percentile. The Intel chip's average benchmark score is 41576, more than double AMD's 19617.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation built on a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated by TSMC on a 4 nm process. The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX refresh, and is fabricated by Intel on a 10 nm process. Intel's die size is recorded as 257 mm², while AMD's die size is not listed.

Core counts separate the two sharply. AMD offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel offers 16 cores and 24 threads. Cache organization also differs. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core, but AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core and 4 MB of L3. Intel uses 2 MB of L2 per core and 30 MB of shared L3. The L3 difference is substantial: Intel's shared pool is 7.5 times larger than AMD's total L3.

Connectivity and memory paths differ as well. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. AMD's memory bandwidth is listed as 89.6 GB/s, while Intel's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. Both support dual-channel memory. AMD's integrated graphics is the Radeon 840M, while Intel's is the UHD Graphics 710.

The Intel chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the AMD chip does not. AMD's socket is AMD Socket FP8, and Intel's is Intel BGA 1964. The AMD processor's part number is 100-000001787, and the Intel processor's part number is SRMXH.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins all 15 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430. The largest margins appear in multi-threaded and compute-heavy workloads.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 3470.5 against AMD's 1195, a 65.6% lead. The Cinebench R23 multi-core result shows a 60.3% advantage for Intel. PassMark multithread follows the same pattern: Intel scores 33495, AMD scores 13320, a 60.2% difference.

Integer and floating-point math show some of the widest gaps. PassMark integer math has Intel at 116661 versus AMD's 39637, a 66% lead. PassMark floating-point math has Intel at 84999 versus AMD's 27193, a 68% lead. PassMark find prime numbers shows Intel at 152 versus AMD's 44, a 71.1% gap, the largest single difference in the dataset.

Encryption and data workloads follow suit. PassMark data encryption has Intel at 22917 versus AMD's 7591, a 66.9% lead. PassMark data compression has Intel at 398418 versus AMD's 158912, a 60.1% lead. PassMark random string sorting has Intel at 43035 versus AMD's 16623, a 61.4% lead.

Single-core results are closer but still favor Intel. Cinebench R15 single-core shows Intel at 285.5 versus AMD's 269, a 5.8% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 1969 versus AMD's 1797, an 8.7% lead. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 3841 versus AMD's 3683, a 4.1% lead. PassMark extended instructions has Intel at 24150 versus AMD's 11455, a 52.6% lead. PassMark physics has Intel at 2202 versus AMD's 726, a 67% lead.

The data indicates the Intel part dominates across the board, with the smallest advantages in single-threaded tests and the largest in multi-threaded and math-heavy tests.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 and Intel Core i7-14650HX differ in nearly every recorded specification field.

• Cores: AMD has 4, Intel has 16
• Threads: AMD has 8, Intel has 24
• Base clock: AMD at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 2.20 GHz
• Boost clock: AMD at 4.50 GHz, Intel at 5.20 GHz
• TDP: AMD at 28 W, Intel at 55 W
• Socket: AMD Socket FP8 versus Intel BGA 1964
• Process node: 4 nm TSMC versus 10 nm Intel
• Die size: not listed for AMD, 257 mm² for Intel
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core for AMD, 2 MB per core for Intel
• L3 cache: 4 MB for AMD, 30 MB shared for Intel
• Memory support: DDR5 and LPDDR5X for AMD, DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s for AMD, not listed for Intel
• PCIe: Gen 4 with 14 lanes for AMD, Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 840M for AMD, UHD Graphics 710 for Intel
• Multiplier: locked for AMD, unlocked for Intel
• Release date: AMD on 2026-01-04, Intel on 2024-01-07
• Part number: 100-000001787 for AMD, SRMXH for Intel

Both support ECC memory, both are listed as mobile segment parts, and both are active in production. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i7-14650HX outperforms the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 in every single recorded test. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 41576, compared to AMD's 19617. Intel's percentile ranking of 88 places it well above AMD's 73.

The Intel processor's nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H, the Intel Core 7 251TE, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, and the Intel Core i7-12850HX. Its average score is within 0.5% of all four. The AMD processor's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, Intel Core i5-12500, Intel Core i5-11600KF, and Intel Core i7-10700F, all within 0.6% of its average score.

These rival positions show the two processors occupy entirely different performance tiers. The Intel chip competes with desktop-class Ryzen 9 parts, while the AMD chip sits alongside mid-range desktop chips from several generations ago.

The Intel part uses more power, 55 W versus 28 W, and has a larger die and more cores. It also has a higher boost clock, 5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. The AMD part counters with a smaller process node, 4 nm versus 10 nm, and a lower TDP, but that does not translate into a performance advantage in any recorded test.

Users choosing between these two should rely on the benchmark results. The Intel Core i7-14650HX is the stronger processor by every measured metric. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 is the lower-power option, but its performance ceiling is far below Intel's in both single-core and multi-core workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins every recorded benchmark category. The largest advantages are in multi-threaded workloads, where its 16 cores and 24 threads provide a clear structural advantage over AMD's 4 cores and 8 threads.

For heavily parallel tasks such as video rendering, data compression, encryption, and physics simulation, the Intel part is the clear choice. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20454 and PassMark multithread score of 33495 show strong scaling across all cores. The 66% lead in integer math and 68% lead in floating-point math confirm that compute-heavy applications will run significantly faster on Intel.

For single-threaded tasks, the Intel part also leads, though by a smaller margin. The 4.1% advantage in PassMark single-thread and 8.7% advantage in Cinebench R23 single-core indicate that Intel's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz contributes to faster per-core performance. Applications that rely on one or two cores will still favor Intel, but the gap is less dramatic.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 does not win any recorded benchmark category. Its advantages are limited to platform-level characteristics: lower TDP at 28 W, a smaller 4 nm process node, and support for LPDDR5X memory. These traits may be relevant for systems where power efficiency and memory flexibility matter more than raw performance. The database does not record any workload where AMD's score exceeds Intel's.

The Intel Core i7-14650HX also carries an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking on supported platforms. The AMD chip's multiplier is locked. For users who prioritize maximum performance across all measured workloads, the Intel part delivers the higher scores in every category.