AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 vs Intel Core i5-14600T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data leaves no ambiguity about the overall performance relationship between these two processors. The Intel Core i5-14600T wins all 15 head-to-head comparisons in the database, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 records zero wins. The magnitude of those victories, however, varies dramatically across workloads.

The most decisive Intel advantage appears in multi-threaded rendering. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 22447 against 11333 for the AMD part, a 49.5% difference. The older Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows a similar pattern with Intel at 2262 versus 1686, a 25.5% gap. These results align with the core and thread counts recorded in the database: Intel fields 14 cores and 20 threads, while AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads.

Single-core performance also favors Intel, though the gap is smaller in some tests. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 3169 versus 1816 for AMD, a 42.7% delta. Cinebench R15 single-core records 319 for Intel and 260 for AMD, an 18.5% difference. The PassMark single-thread test tells a different story, with Intel at 3744 and AMD at 3734, a narrow 0.3% margin. This near-parity in one single-threaded workload suggests the architectural clock advantages of Intel do not translate uniformly across every test type.

Integer and floating-point math workloads show substantial Intel leads. PassMark integer math records 95112 for Intel versus 61026 for AMD, a 35.8% gap. Floating-point math shows 64726 versus 40627, a 37.2% difference. Data encryption favors Intel by 39% (18226 versus 11110), while prime number finding shows the largest relative gap at 52.1% (121 versus 58).

The smallest multi-core deltas appear in extended instructions, where Intel leads by only 4.6% (16985 versus 16197). Data compression shows a 25.3% Intel advantage (301827 versus 225374), and random string sorting records a 27.5% gap (34310 versus 24891). Multithreaded PassMark performance puts Intel at 26409 against 19000, a 28.1% lead.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14600T wins every recorded benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, so the use-case split derives from the size of those margins rather than any AMD victories.

For heavily parallel workloads, the Intel part is the clear choice. The 49.5% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 52.1% advantage in prime number finding indicate that tasks with high thread counts, such as video rendering, scientific computing, and batch processing, will complete substantially faster on the Intel processor. The 35.8% integer math lead and 37.2% floating-point lead reinforce this pattern for compute-intensive applications.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 shows its closest performance in single-threaded PassMark testing, trailing by just 0.3%. This suggests that for lightly threaded tasks, the practical difference may be imperceptible. The extended instructions benchmark also shows a modest 4.6% gap, indicating that workloads relying on specialized instruction sets will not experience a large performance penalty on the AMD part.

Memory bandwidth figures recorded in the database give AMD a theoretical advantage at 89.6 GB/s, though Intel does not have a recorded memory bandwidth value in the database. The AMD processor supports only DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. For users with existing DDR4 infrastructure, the Intel part offers compatibility that AMD cannot match.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which the database notes uses a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i5-14600T uses the Raptor Lake architecture on Intel's 10 nm process, with the codename Raptor Lake-R and the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation.

Core configuration differs significantly. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, all running with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Intel provides 14 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The higher Intel boost clock helps explain its single-thread wins, while the additional cores drive its multi-thread dominance.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core and 4 MB of L3 cache. Intel uses 2 MB of L2 per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The much larger Intel L3 cache provides a substantial advantage for workloads that benefit from shared data across cores.

Thermal design power differs, with AMD rated at 28 watts and Intel at 35 watts. The database also records a die size of 257 mm² for Intel, while AMD has no recorded die size. The AMD part uses an AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. PCIe support differs as well: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ, with AMD using the Radeon 840M and Intel using UHD Graphics 770. Both processors support ECC memory. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. The market segments differ, with AMD classified as Mobile and Intel as Desktop. AMD's release date is recorded as 2026-01-04, while Intel's is 2024-01-07. Intel has a recorded launch MSRP of $255, while AMD has no launch MSRP recorded.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core i5-14600T is the superior performer across every benchmark in the comparison. Its 14-core, 20-thread configuration delivers 49.5% higher Cinebench R23 multi-core scores and maintains leads of at least 25% in most multi-threaded tests. The 5.10 GHz boost clock provides a 42.7% single-core advantage in Cinebench R23, though the PassMark single-thread test narrows that to 0.3%.

Users who prioritize multi-threaded throughput for rendering, compilation, or data processing should select the Intel part based on the recorded margins. The 52.1% lead in prime number finding and the 39% lead in data encryption demonstrate consistent advantages in mathematically intensive workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 remains competitive only in narrowly defined scenarios. Its 28-watt TDP, lower than Intel's 35 watts, makes it a more power-efficient option for mobile applications. Its 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, while not directly comparable to Intel due to missing Intel data, indicates a capable memory subsystem. The 4 nm TSMC process node suggests advanced manufacturing efficiency.

The percentile rankings place Intel at the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while AMD sits at the 80th percentile. Average benchmark scores confirm the gap: Intel averages 32707 across all recorded tests, while AMD averages 28128. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F (0.1% ahead), while AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14500T (0.2% ahead), indicating that both processors compete in a dense performance band.

For desktop users requiring maximum throughput, the Intel Core i5-14600T is the data-supported choice. For mobile users prioritizing lower power consumption and a newer manufacturing process, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 offers a valid alternative, though with a significant performance trade-off.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600T has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-14600T scores 22447 versus 11333 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435, a 49.5% difference. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 2262 versus 1686, a 25.5% gap.

Q: Is the single-thread performance difference consistent across tests?

A: No. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 42.7% Intel lead (3169 versus 1816), but PassMark single-thread shows only a 0.3% difference (3744 versus 3734).

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core i5-14600T supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core i5-14600T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14600T boosts to 5.10 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 | Intel Core i5-14600T |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 14 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $255 |

| Part Number | 100-000001337 | SRN46 |