AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G vs Intel Core i7-14700F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a complete benchmark record for the Intel Core i7-14700F, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has no recorded benchmark scores in our measurement set. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison: the Intel part delivers measurable results across every test category, whereas the AMD part currently has zero entries in the averaged benchmark database.

For the Intel Core i7-14700F, the Cinebench suite shows a multi-core score of 35,122 in R23, with a single-core score of 4,958. The R20 run records 14,751 multi-core and 2,082 single-core, while R15 shows 3,540 multi-core and 499 single-core. These figures place the processor at the 91st percentile among all CPUs tracked in the database, with an average benchmark score of 53,620.

The Geekbench results for the Intel chip show 19,620 multi-core and 2,429 single-core. PassMark tests add further detail: the multi-thread score is 41,317, single-thread is 4,257, integer math reaches 155,808, floating point math hits 107,005, and extended instructions score 28,564. Data compression records 505,885, data encryption 30,144, physics 2,455, random string sorting 55,918, and prime number finding 176.

Since the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has no recorded benchmarks, there are no head-to-head deltas to calculate. The Intel part stands alone in the measured data. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon 6505P with an average score of 53,701 (a 0.2% deficit for the i7-14700F), the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 at 53,469 (0.3% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X at 53,288 (0.6% ahead), and the AMD EPYC 7313P at 53,206 (0.8% ahead). These margins are narrow, all within one percentage point, indicating the i7-14700F sits in a tightly clustered performance band among high-end desktop and workstation parts.

Where Each One Wins

From the recorded data, the Intel Core i7-14700F wins every category where measurements exist. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has zero benchmark wins in the database, so no use-case advantage can be attributed to it based on measured performance.

The Intel part shows strength in multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,122 and PassMark multi-thread score of 41,317 indicate substantial parallel throughput. The 20-core, 28-thread configuration supports this pattern. Single-thread performance is also solid, with R23 single-core at 4,958 and Geekbench single-core at 2,429, suggesting responsive everyday operation.

PassMark sub-tests reveal specific strengths in integer and floating-point math. The integer math score of 155,808 and floating point math score of 107,005 show strong arithmetic capability. Data compression at 505,885 is notably high, while data encryption at 30,144 and extended instructions at 28,564 are moderate relative to the other scores. Random string sorting at 55,918 and physics at 2,455 complete the picture of a balanced desktop processor.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G, lacking benchmark data, cannot be assigned wins in any category. Its specification sheet suggests potential in integrated graphics (Radeon 840M) and power efficiency, but those features have no measured scores in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design families. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G uses the Gorgon Point codename within the Ryzen AI 400 generation, built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14700F belongs to the Raptor Lake-R codename within the Core 14th Gen series, using Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 20 cores and 28 threads. This 14-core and 16-thread difference likely explains the large multi-core score gaps, though direct comparison is limited by the missing AMD benchmarks.

Cache hierarchies diverge in capacity and organization. Both parts share an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The AMD L2 is 1 MB per core, while the Intel L2 is 2 MB per core. L3 cache differs more significantly: AMD provides 4 MB total, while Intel offers 33 MB shared. The Intel part therefore has over eight times the L3 capacity, which can benefit larger working sets in data-heavy tasks.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, dual-channel, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel, though no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for it. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also diverges: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 10 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving Intel both a newer generation and more lanes.

Clock speeds favor Intel. The AMD base clock is 2.00 GHz with a boost of 4.50 GHz. The Intel base clock is 2.10 GHz with a boost of 5.40 GHz. Both are listed with a 65 W TDP, putting them in the same power envelope despite the Intel part's higher core count.

Integrated graphics differ completely. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G includes a Radeon 840M iGPU. The Intel Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics (N/A). The AMD part also has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has a part number of 100-000001158 and was released on 2026-02-28. The Intel processor has part number SRN3Z and was released on 2024-01-07. The Intel launch MSRP is $359.

The Verdict

The database shows a clear performance leader in the Intel Core i7-14700F, but only because the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has no recorded benchmark scores. For users selecting between these two based on measured data, the Intel part is the only one with verified performance numbers. Its 91st percentile standing among all CPUs and its average score of 53,620 place it in the upper tier of tracked processors.

The Intel part excels in multi-threaded applications. Its 35,122 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 41,317 PassMark multi-thread score indicate strong parallel processing capability. The 20-core, 28-thread configuration provides substantial throughput for rendering, compilation, and simulation workloads. Single-core performance at 4,958 in R23 and 2,429 in Geekbench also supports good responsiveness in lighter tasks.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G offers features that the Intel part lacks: integrated graphics, a smaller 4 nm process, an unlocked multiplier, and DDR5-only support with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. However, without benchmark data, these specifications cannot be translated into performance expectations. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration suggests lower multi-thread capability, but the absence of measured scores prevents a quantitative verdict.

Users who require verified performance should choose the Intel Core i7-14700F. Users who prioritize integrated graphics or an unlocked multiplier on a smaller process node may consider the AMD part, but they do so without any database confirmation of its performance level. The data, as recorded, supports only one conclusion: the Intel part delivers measured results, the AMD part does not.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53,620. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmark results are recorded for it.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G boosts to 4.50 GHz from a 2.00 GHz base. The Intel Core i7-14700F boosts to 5.40 GHz from a 2.10 GHz base.

Q: Which processor has a higher Cinebench R23 multi-core score?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14700F has a recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score, at 35,122. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has no recorded score.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G and the Intel Core i7-14700F support ECC memory.

Q: What is the release date for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G was released on 2026-02-28. The Intel Core i7-14700F was released on 2024-01-07.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G | Intel Core i7-14700F |

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

| Cores | 6 | 20 |

| Threads | 12 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

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

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

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 10 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | N/A |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2026-02-28 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $359 |

| Part Number | 100-000001158 | SRN3Z |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 91 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 0 | 53,620 |