AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G vs Intel Core i7-14650HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a lopsided contest. The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins 9 of the 11 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G takes only 2. The margins, however, tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

Starting with the Intel victories, the largest gap appears in floating-point math. The Intel chip scores 84,999 against AMD's 45,711, a delta of -46.2% for the AMD part. This means the Intel processor delivers nearly double the floating-point throughput in this specific PassMark test. Data encryption shows a similar pattern: Intel's 22,917 versus AMD's 13,585 represents a -40.7% difference. Prime number finding, a test sensitive to integer arithmetic and branch prediction, shows Intel at 152 and AMD at 90, a -40.8% gap.

The multithreaded results reinforce Intel's dominance. In the PassMark multi-thread test, Intel scores 33,495 while AMD manages 23,487, a -29.9% difference. Integer math follows with Intel at 116,661 and AMD at 71,251, a -38.9% gap. Physics simulation, which often scales with core count, shows Intel at 2,202 versus AMD's 1,329, a -39.6% delta. Data compression favors Intel at 398,418 versus 292,735, a -26.5% margin, and random string sorting goes to Intel at 43,035 versus 31,106, a -27.7% difference. Extended instructions, a test of SIMD and specialized instruction throughput, shows Intel ahead at 24,150 against AMD's 20,648, a -14.5% gap.

The two AMD wins both come from the same underlying test: single-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread score for AMD is 4,060, and the similarly named singlethread test also records 4,060. Intel's score in both is 3,841. This gives AMD a 5.7% advantage in each. It is a modest but consistent edge, indicating that the AMD core design holds a slight lead in lightly threaded workloads.

The average benchmark scores place these processors close in the broader database. AMD's average is 46,187, while Intel's is 41,576. AMD sits at the 89th percentile of all CPUs, and Intel at the 88th. The nearest rivals for AMD include the Intel Core i9-13900HX (average 46,098, delta 0.2%) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (average 46,030, delta 0.3%). For Intel, the nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H (average 41,621, delta -0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (average 41,376, delta 0.5%). The head-to-head deltas, however, show a consistent Intel advantage in the PassMark suite, which is the only shared benchmark set in this comparison.

Where Each One Wins

The split is clear: Intel wins in nearly every throughput-oriented task, while AMD wins in single-thread responsiveness. For workloads that saturate all available cores, such as data compression, encryption, integer math, floating-point math, and physics simulation, the Intel Core i7-14650HX is the stronger choice. The data shows advantages ranging from -14.5% to -46.2% in these categories, all favoring Intel.

AMD's wins are confined to single-thread performance. The 5.7% lead in the PassMark single-thread test indicates that applications relying on one primary execution thread, such as certain legacy software or lightly threaded games, may see a slight edge on the AMD platform. The extended instructions test, while an Intel win, shows the smallest margin at -14.5%, suggesting AMD's core is not far behind in specialized instruction handling.

The percentile rankings reinforce the overall picture. AMD at the 89th percentile and Intel at the 88th are nearly equivalent in the global CPU landscape, but the specific benchmark distribution matters more. Intel's wins are concentrated in heavy parallel workloads, while AMD's wins appear only in the single-thread domain. For users prioritizing multicore throughput, the data consistently points to Intel. For users prioritizing single-thread latency, the data points to AMD.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, built on the Zen 5 and Zen 5c architecture. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX refresh, and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm².

Core counts differ substantially. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel provides 16 cores and 24 threads. This core disparity explains much of the multithreaded benchmark gap. Clock speeds also differ: AMD has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while Intel has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. Intel's higher boost clock contributes to its single-thread ceiling, though AMD still wins that test.

Cache hierarchies diverge in L2 and L3. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3 total. Intel uses 2 MB of L2 per core and 30 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on Intel likely aids in workloads with repeated data access across cores.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s; Intel does not have a recorded bandwidth figure. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 710.

The TDP values are close: AMD is rated at 65 watts, Intel at 55 watts. Both have unlocked multipliers. The sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses BGA 1964. The release dates are far apart: AMD was released on 2026-02-28, while Intel was released on 2024-01-07. Intel's production status is active, as is AMD's.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a straightforward choice based on workload. The Intel Core i7-14650HX is the clear winner for multithreaded and parallel tasks. Its advantages in floating-point math, data encryption, integer math, and physics simulation are substantial, with deltas ranging from -26.5% to -46.2% relative to the AMD part. The 16-core, 24-thread configuration provides a strong foundation for CPU-bound applications.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G wins only in single-thread performance, with a 5.7% lead. This makes it a viable option for workloads that are not well-parallelized, but the overall benchmark average (46,187 for AMD versus 41,576 for Intel) shows that AMD's aggregate score is higher, despite losing most head-to-head tests. This discrepancy arises because the average includes all recorded benchmarks, not just the shared PassMark tests. The Intel part has Cinebench and Geekbench scores in its database, which may pull its average down relative to its PassMark performance.

For users who rely on heavily threaded applications, the data indicates the Intel Core i7-14650HX delivers superior performance. For users who prioritize single-thread speed and have workloads that use only a few threads, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G offers a modest but measurable edge. The choice depends entirely on the thread profile of the target software.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 4,060 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 3,841. This gives AMD a 5.7% advantage.

Q: Which processor is faster in floating-point math?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 84,999 in the PassMark floating-point math test, compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's 45,711, a -46.2% difference favoring Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G and the Intel Core i7-14650HX support ECC memory.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-14650HX is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded fields:

• Cores: AMD has 6, Intel has 16.
• Threads: AMD has 12, Intel has 24.
• Base Clock: AMD is 2.00 GHz, Intel is 2.20 GHz.
• Boost Clock: AMD is 4.80 GHz, Intel is 5.20 GHz.
• TDP: AMD is 65 watts, Intel is 55 watts.
• Socket: AMD uses AM5, Intel uses BGA 1964.
• Codename: AMD is Gorgon Point, Intel is Raptor Lake-HX.
• Generation: AMD is Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c), Intel is Core i7 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh).
• Process Node: AMD is 4 nm, Intel is 10 nm.
• Foundry: AMD uses TSMC, Intel uses Intel.
• Die Size: AMD is 195 mm², Intel is 257 mm².
• L2 Cache: AMD is 1 MB per core, Intel is 2 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: AMD is 8 MB, Intel is 30 MB (shared).
• Memory Support: AMD supports DDR5, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory Bandwidth: AMD is 89.6 GB/s, Intel has no recorded figure.
• PCIe: AMD is Gen 4 with 12 lanes, Intel is Gen 5 with 16 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 710.
• Market Segment: AMD is Desktop, Intel is Mobile.
• Release Date: AMD is 2026-02-28, Intel is 2024-01-07.
• Part Number: AMD is 100-000001918, Intel is SRMXH.