AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE and Intel Core i5-14401TE target the same performance tier, both sitting at the 50th percentile in the database. Each processor uses 6 cores and 12 threads, making them direct competitors for systems that need balanced multi-threading without moving to higher core counts. The recorded data shows no benchmark wins for either part, so the choice rests on platform features and architectural trade-offs rather than measured speed differences. The AMD part offers a newer process node, a higher boost clock, and an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part provides a larger L3 cache, a shared cache layout, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity. Systems that prioritize memory bandwidth and overclocking flexibility would match the AMD part, while those that need PCIe Gen 5 lanes or a larger last-level cache would match the Intel part.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which the database records as Zen 5 / Zen 5c. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a die size of 215 mm². The process node difference is substantial: AMD uses a 4 nm node while Intel uses a 10 nm node, which typically indicates a denser transistor layout for the AMD part.

The cache hierarchies differ in structure. The AMD processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor also has 80 KB of L1 per core but has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part clearly provides more L3 cache, and its shared design means all cores can access the full 20 MB. The AMD part's L3 is smaller at 8 MB, though the database does not specify whether it is shared or partitioned.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. Both parts support ECC memory, which is notable for stability-sensitive workloads.

PCIe connectivity shows a clear split. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. That gives the Intel processor a higher-capacity, higher-bandwidth connection to expansion devices such as GPUs or NVMe storage. The integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses a Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors. Both parts show zero wins in the winsA and winsB fields, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. The average benchmark score for each processor is also zero, and the percentile ranking against all CPUs is identical at 50 for both.

Because no measured scores exist, the comparison must rely on the architectural and specification data that is present. The AMD part has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 4.50 GHz for the Intel part, a 0.30 GHz advantage. That delta suggests a slight edge in lightly threaded workloads where the boost clock can be sustained. The base clocks are identical at 2.00 GHz for both, so the difference appears only at the top of the frequency range.

The Intel part has a larger L3 cache by 12 MB, moving from 8 MB on the AMD side to 20 MB on the Intel side. The cache structure is also different: the Intel L3 is explicitly shared, while the AMD L3 is not specified as shared. For workloads that repeatedly access a large working set, the Intel part likely benefits from the larger shared cache. The AMD part counters with a higher memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s, which suggests faster data movement for memory-bound tasks.

The process node and die size differences also factor into the comparison. The AMD part uses a 4 nm process with a 195 mm² die, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process with a 215 mm² die. The smaller process node and smaller die for the AMD part indicate a more compact design, which often correlates with lower power draw per unit of performance. The TDP figures support that: the AMD part is rated at 35 W, while the Intel part is rated at 45 W.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on several specification fields in the database. The process node differs: AMD uses 4 nm, Intel uses 10 nm. The foundry differs: AMD uses TSMC, Intel uses its own foundry. The die size differs: AMD is 195 mm², Intel is 215 mm². The boost clock differs: AMD is 4.80 GHz, Intel is 4.50 GHz. The L2 cache per core differs: AMD has 1 MB, Intel has 1.25 MB. The L3 cache differs: AMD has 8 MB, Intel has 20 MB shared. The memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. The memory bandwidth differs: AMD is listed at 89.6 GB/s, Intel has no listed value. The PCIe version and lane count differ: AMD uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The socket differs: AMD uses AMD Socket AM5, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The multiplier unlock status differs: AMD is unlocked, Intel is locked. The codename differs: AMD uses Gorgon Point, Intel uses Raptor Lake-R. The generation differs: AMD is Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c), Intel is Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The TDP differs: AMD is 35 W, Intel is 45 W. The release date differs: AMD is 2026-02-28, Intel is 2024-06-30. The part numbers differ: AMD is 100-000001925, Intel is Q4T4SRNJP. The series field is null for AMD and "Core 14th Gen" for Intel. The architecture field is null for AMD and "Raptor Lake" for Intel. The market segment is Desktop for both, production status is Active for both, cores are 6 for both, threads are 12 for both, base clock is 2.00 GHz for both, memory bus is dual-channel for both, ECC memory support is true for both, and the launch MSRP is null for both.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The AMD part is 0.30 GHz higher.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache capacity?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 12 MB more L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE and the Intel Core i5-14401TE have ECC memory support set to true in the database.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 W. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has a TDP of 35 W. The Intel part is rated 10 W higher.

Q: What PCIe versions do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: Is the multiplier unlocked on either processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a locked multiplier, meaning it does not support multiplier-based overclocking.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE holds advantages in several areas that point toward specific use cases. Its boost clock of 4.80 GHz is the highest frequency between the two, which favors workloads that depend on single-threaded speed or lightly threaded execution. The memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is recorded only for the AMD part, and a higher memory bandwidth supports data-intensive tasks that stream large volumes through system memory. The 35 W TDP makes it the lower-power option, which suits compact desktops or systems where thermal headroom is limited. The unlocked multiplier allows frequency adjustment, so systems that require manual tuning of clock speeds would favor this part. The 4 nm process at TSMC with a 195 mm² die suggests a more advanced manufacturing node, which typically improves efficiency per clock. The AMD Socket AM5 platform gives it a different upgrade path than the Intel socket.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE counters with its own set of advantages. The 20 MB shared L3 cache is more than double the AMD part's 8 MB, which benefits workloads with large, reusable data sets that fit within cache. The shared design also means any core can access the full L3 capacity without partitioning. The PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes provides a newer and wider interface for expansion, which matters for systems that attach high-bandwidth devices such as modern GPUs or fast storage. The support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives platform flexibility, allowing the use of either memory generation depending on the motherboard and budget constraints. The 45 W TDP, while higher, provides a higher power envelope for sustained operation. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, matching the AMD part on that feature. Its release date of 2024-06-30 places it earlier in the market, which may indicate a more mature platform with longer availability in the database. The locked multiplier is a limitation only for overclocking scenarios; for standard operation it has no impact.

For a system that prioritizes raw frequency, memory bandwidth, efficiency, and overclocking, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE aligns with those goals. For a system that needs large shared cache, PCIe Gen 5 expansion, or memory generation flexibility, the Intel Core i5-14401TE aligns with those goals. The database shows no benchmark score separation, so the decision rests entirely on these architectural and platform-level differences.