AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 vs Intel Core i3-14100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall win for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435, which takes 14 of the 15 shared benchmark comparisons. The only exception is Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel Core i3-14100T scores 11612 against the AMD's 11333, a margin of 2.4%. That single loss is narrow, but it is the only bright spot for Intel in the entire head-to-head set.

The AMD processor's largest advantages come in memory and compression workloads. In PassMark random string sorting, the Ryzen AI 5 435 scores 24891 versus 15579 for the i3-14100T, a 59.8% lead. Data compression shows a 47.7% gap (225374 vs 152636), and data encryption shows a 41% gap (11110 vs 7881). These are substantial margins that indicate the AMD part handles data-heavy tasks with significantly more throughput.

Compute-oriented benchmarks reinforce the pattern. In PassMark integer math, the AMD scores 61026 against 40292, a 51.5% advantage. Extended instructions show a 55.5% gap (16197 vs 10414), and floating-point math shows a 29.5% lead (40627 vs 31379). The multi-threaded PassMark score is 19000 for the AMD versus 13662 for Intel, a 39.1% difference.

Single-thread performance is closer but still favors AMD. The Cinebench R23 single-core test puts the Ryzen AI 5 435 at 1816 versus 1639 for the i3-14100T, a 10.8% lead. PassMark single-thread shows a smaller 6.7% gap (3734 vs 3498). The older Cinebench R15 tests show a much larger single-core delta: 260 vs 165, which is a 57.6% advantage, though this test is less representative of current workloads. The same R15 multi-core test gives AMD a 44.1% lead (1686 vs 1170).

Physics simulation and prime number finding are the closest results. PassMark physics scores 1075 for AMD versus 973 for Intel, a 10.5% lead. PassMark find prime numbers shows only a 3.6% difference (58 vs 56). These near-ties suggest that some integer-heavy single-threaded loops do not exploit the AMD's architectural advantages as strongly.

Overall, the head-to-head data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 is the stronger performer in the vast majority of recorded tests. The Intel part's single win in Cinebench R23 multi-core is notable but does not offset the AMD's broad dominance across compression, encryption, math, and sorting workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i3-14100T uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen family, and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 163 mm².

Core count differs meaningfully. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 4 cores and 8 threads. Both use a per-core L1 cache of 80 KB, but L2 cache differs: the AMD has 1 MB per core, while the Intel has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache structure is quite different: the AMD has only 4 MB of L3, while the Intel has 12 MB shared L3. Despite the smaller L3, the AMD's benchmark results show it does not suffer in most tests.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. The Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives the Intel part a potential advantage for high-bandwidth expansion devices, though the benchmark data does not directly measure PCIe throughput.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD uses a Radeon 840M, while the Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD's iGPU is more modern given its Zen 5 generation, but no graphics benchmarks are included in the recorded data to quantify the difference.

Power characteristics also separate the two. The AMD has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel has a TDP of 35 watts. The AMD's lower TDP, combined with its 4 nm process, suggests better power efficiency, though no power consumption measurements are available in the database. The AMD's socket is AMD Socket FP8, typical of a mobile-oriented part, while the Intel uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop systems. The market segments confirm this: the AMD is classified as Mobile, the Intel as Desktop.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 wins in nearly every recorded workload category. For data compression, encryption, and random string sorting, its margins range from 41% to 59.8%, making it the clear choice for archive management, database operations, and any workload that shuffles large in-memory data sets. Integer math, floating-point math, and extended instruction scores all show leads between 29.5% and 55.5%, which covers scientific computing, financial modeling, and general number crunching.

The AMD also wins in multi-threaded PassMark performance by 39.1% and in Cinebench R15 multi-core by 44.1%. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration gives it a strong advantage in parallel workloads, despite the smaller L3 cache. The single-core Cinebench R23 result (10.8% lead) and PassMark single-thread result (6.7% lead) show that the AMD's Zen 5 architecture delivers better per-thread performance as well.

The Intel Core i3-14100T wins only in Cinebench R23 multi-core, with a 2.4% advantage (11612 vs 11333). This suggests that the Intel part's larger 12 MB L3 cache and higher base clock of 2.70 GHz, compared to the AMD's 2.00 GHz base, help in this specific sustained multi-threaded render. However, the same workload in the older R15 test shows a 44.1% AMD win, so the result is inconsistent across Cinebench versions. The Intel's 4.40 GHz boost clock is close to the AMD's 4.50 GHz boost, but the extra two cores on the AMD side generally tip parallel workloads in its favor.

For prime number finding, the two are nearly tied (58 vs 56), and physics simulation shows a modest 10.5% AMD lead. These are the only areas where the Intel part stays competitive, but neither represents a clear Intel win.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show these differences between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 and the Intel Core i3-14100T:

• Cores: 6 vs 4
• Threads: 12 vs 8
• Base clock: 2.00 GHz vs 2.70 GHz
• Boost clock: 4.50 GHz vs 4.40 GHz
• TDP: 28 W vs 35 W
• Socket: AMD Socket FP8 vs Intel Socket 1700
• Architecture: Zen 5 vs Raptor Lake
• Codename: Gorgon Point vs Raptor Lake-R
• Generation: Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) vs Core i3 (Raptor Lake Refresh)
• Process node: 4 nm vs 10 nm
• Foundry: TSMC vs Intel
• Die size: not recorded vs 163 mm²
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core vs 1.25 MB per core
• L3 cache: 4 MB vs 12 MB shared
• Memory support: DDR5, LPDDR5X vs DDR4, DDR5
• Memory bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s vs not recorded
• PCIe: Gen 4, 14 lanes vs Gen 5, 16 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 840M vs UHD Graphics 730
• Market segment: Mobile vs Desktop
• Release date: 2026-01-04 vs 2024-01-07
• Part number: 100-000001337 vs SRMX0
• Launch MSRP: not recorded for AMD, $134 for Intel

Fields that are identical include L1 cache (80 KB per core), dual-channel memory bus, ECC memory support, and unlocked multiplier status (both are locked). The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $134, but no price data exists for the AMD.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i3-14100T has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the single-core performance difference in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD scores 1816 against the Intel's 1639, giving the AMD a 10.8% lead in single-core performance.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-14100T win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 11612 versus 11333 for the AMD, a 2.4% advantage.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap recorded between the two?

A: PassMark random string sorting shows the largest gap, with the AMD at 24891 and the Intel at 15579, a 59.8% difference in favor of the AMD.

Q: How do the TDP ratings compare?

A: The AMD has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel has a TDP of 35 watts. The AMD is rated for lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100T supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but not DDR4.

The Verdict

The benchmark data consistently points to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 as the stronger processor. It wins 14 of 15 head-to-head tests, with margins exceeding 50% in integer math, extended instructions, and random string sorting. For users prioritizing data compression, encryption, mathematical computation, or general multi-threaded throughput, the AMD part is the clear choice based on recorded scores.

The Intel Core i3-14100T offers one meaningful win in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a larger L3 cache (12 MB vs 4 MB), plus PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes. It also has a lower base clock advantage in the form of a higher base frequency (2.70 GHz vs 2.00 GHz), though the AMD's boost clock is slightly higher at 4.50 GHz vs 4.40 GHz. The Intel part is a desktop component with a recorded launch MSRP of $134, while the AMD is a mobile part with no price data.

For desktop builders who need Intel-specific platform features such as Socket 1700 compatibility, DDR4 support, or PCIe Gen 5, the i3-14100T remains a viable option. For any workload that stresses parallel processing, memory bandwidth, or math throughput, the recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 delivers substantially higher scores. The AMD's lower TDP of 28 watts versus 35 watts also suggests better efficiency, though no direct power measurements are available to confirm this. The verdict from the data is straightforward: the AMD wins on raw performance in almost every test, while the Intel wins only in a single multi-core render workload.