AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 vs Intel Core i7-14650HX Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 and Intel Core i7-14650HX occupy different segments of the mobile processor market, and the benchmark data reflects a clear hierarchy. The Intel part wins all 15 recorded head-to-head comparisons, often by substantial margins. The AMD chip, however, maintains a strong profile for its power envelope and integrated graphics capability.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14650HX is the performance choice for demanding workloads. It holds an 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs, compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435's 80th percentile. The average benchmark score of 41,576 for the Intel chip versus 28,128 for the AMD chip confirms a significant performance gap. Anyone running heavy multi-threaded tasks, content creation, or data processing should select the Intel processor.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 serves a different purpose. With a 28 W TDP versus the Intel's 55 W, it fits into thinner, lighter laptops with smaller cooling solutions. It also includes the Radeon 840M integrated graphics, which is a more capable iGPU than Intel's UHD Graphics 710. For users who prioritize portability and battery life over raw CPU performance, the AMD chip is the practical pick.

The data shows no scenario where the AMD chip wins a benchmark outright. But the choice is not purely about performance; it is about matching the processor to the system's intended use and physical design.

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 TSMC process node, with the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which employs a hybrid arrangement of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-HX Refresh, on Intel's 10 nm process node.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD chip offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip provides 16 cores and 24 threads. This core advantage is the primary driver of the Intel chip's dominance in multi-threaded tests. The Intel processor also has a die size of 257 mm², a figure not recorded for the AMD part.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. Both chips use 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core for the AMD, but the Intel chip doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core and provides 30 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD chip has only 4 MB of L3. The Intel processor supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, whereas the AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

Memory support differs. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5, but its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. Both support ECC memory and use a dual-channel memory bus.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins every recorded benchmark, but the margins vary from narrow to overwhelming. The closest contest is in single-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel chip scores 1,969 against the AMD's 1,816, a 7.8% advantage. The PassMark single-thread test shows a similar pattern, with Intel at 3,841 and AMD at 3,734, a 2.8% lead. These results indicate that the Intel chip has a modest but consistent edge in lightly threaded workloads.

The gap widens dramatically in multi-core tests. Cinebench R23 multi-core gives the Intel chip 20,454 points versus 11,333 for the AMD, a 44.6% difference. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows an even larger gap: 3,470.5 for Intel against 1,686 for AMD, a 51.4% deficit for the AMD chip. The PassMark multithread test follows suit, with Intel scoring 33,495 and AMD scoring 19,000, a 43.3% difference.

Specific workload tests reinforce the pattern. The PassMark integer math test shows Intel at 116,661 and AMD at 61,026, a 47.7% lead. Floating-point math gives Intel 84,999 versus AMD's 40,627, a 52.2% advantage. Data compression favors Intel at 398,418 against AMD's 225,374, a 43.4% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 22,917 versus 11,110, a 51.5% lead.

The largest single margin appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where Intel scores 152 and AMD scores 58, a 61.8% difference. Extended instructions show Intel at 24,150 versus AMD's 16,197, a 32.9% lead. Physics simulation gives Intel 2,202 against AMD's 1,075, a 51.2% gap. Random string sorting shows Intel at 43,035 and AMD at 24,891, a 42.2% difference.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 | Intel Core i7-14650HX |

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

| Cores | 6 | 16 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 55 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 30 MB shared |

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

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 710 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

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

| Part Number | 100-000001337 | SRMXH |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How does the power consumption compare?

A: The AMD chip has a 28 W TDP, while the Intel chip has a 55 W TDP.

Q: Which integrated GPU is present in each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 includes the Radeon 840M, while the Intel Core i7-14650HX includes UHD Graphics 710.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD chip records 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while the Intel chip's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Q: Does the Intel chip support a newer PCIe standard?

A: Yes, the Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD chip supports PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX ranks in the 88th percentile, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 ranks in the 80th percentile among all CPUs.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins in every measurable performance category. It dominates multi-threaded workloads, with advantages ranging from 32.9% in extended instructions to 61.8% in prime number finding. Its 16 cores and 24 threads provide a decisive edge for rendering, video encoding, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The 44.6% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 43.3% lead in PassMark multithread confirm this processor is built for heavy sustained loads. The single-thread advantage is smaller but consistent, with a 7.8% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 wins in the context of system design. Its 28 W TDP allows for much thinner and lighter laptops with passive or low-noise cooling. The Radeon 840M integrated graphics offers a more capable GPU solution than the Intel UHD Graphics 710, which matters for casual gaming or GPU-accelerated tasks without a discrete graphics card. The AMD chip's 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, a figure not recorded for the Intel chip, suggests efficient memory handling. The AMD chip also uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process, which typically delivers better performance per watt than the Intel 10 nm process.

The choice reduces to workload and form factor. The Intel chip is the clear pick for maximum CPU performance in a larger chassis with active cooling. The AMD chip is the sensible option for compact systems where power draw and integrated graphics capability take priority over raw throughput. The database shows no overlap in which tasks each chip handles best; the Intel part simply does everything faster, while the AMD part enables a different class of device.