AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents a clear split between these two desktop processors. The Intel Core i7-14700 dominates the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE in every measured benchmark category. The Intel part holds the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the AMD processor sits at the 50th percentile. That 41-point percentile gap translates into a decisive performance advantage for Intel across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

For multi-threaded productivity, the Intel Core i7-14700 is the clear choice. Its 20 cores and 28 threads give it a structural advantage that shows up directly in the benchmark scores. The Cinebench R23 multicore result of 28,398 points, the Geekbench multicore score of 17,087, and the PassMark multithread score of 40,318 all indicate a processor that handles heavily parallel workloads with authority. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE, with 6 cores and 12 threads, cannot match that output in any of the database records.

For single-threaded responsiveness, Intel also leads, though the margin is less dramatic. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,080 and the PassMark single-thread score of 4,236 show strong per-core performance. The AMD part's boost clock of 4.80 GHz is lower than the Intel chip's 5.40 GHz, and the benchmark results reflect that clock advantage.

The AMD processor does hold one notable advantage in the specification sheet: power consumption. Its 35 W TDP is nearly half the Intel part's 65 W TDP. For a compact desktop build or a system where thermal output and energy draw matter more than raw throughput, the Ryzen AI 5 440GE offers a much lighter power footprint. It also uses a newer 4 nm process node from TSMC, whereas Intel's Raptor Lake-R runs on a 10 nm node.

The Intel part also offers platform flexibility that the AMD chip lacks. The Core i7-14700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD processor is limited to DDR5. That makes the Intel chip a viable upgrade path for builders who already own DDR4 memory and want to reuse it. The Intel chip also provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, whereas the AMD part provides PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes. For storage or GPU bandwidth, the Intel platform has a generational advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which is built on a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14700 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

The core counts differ sharply. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel chip has 20 cores and 28 threads, which reflects a hybrid arrangement of performance and efficiency cores typical of Raptor Lake designs. The thread count difference of 16 threads is the single most important architectural factor in the multi-threaded benchmark gap.

Cache configurations also differ in meaningful ways. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: the AMD chip has 1 MB per core, while the Intel chip has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is a major differentiator. The AMD part has 8 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel part has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. That 25 MB difference in last-level cache gives Intel a substantial buffer for data-heavy workloads.

The memory support differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel access and a rated memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, though the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. Both processors support ECC memory.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD chip uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel chip uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not include benchmark scores for either integrated GPU, so a direct performance comparison is not possible from the recorded data.

The physical packages differ in size. The AMD die measures 195 mm², while the Intel die measures 257 mm². The AMD chip uses the AMD Socket AM5, and the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor does not. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $384, which is the only price information in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-14700 supports DDR4. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE supports DDR5 only.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 boosts to 5.40 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: Which processor uses less power?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has a 35 W TDP. The Intel Core i7-14700 has a 65 W TDP.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 8 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking in the database?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 ranks in the 91st percentile among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE ranks in the 50th percentile.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 6 cores; Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores.
• Threads: AMD has 12 threads; Intel has 28 threads.
• Base clock: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz; Intel runs at 2.10 GHz.
• Boost clock: AMD boosts to 4.80 GHz; Intel boosts to 5.40 GHz.
• TDP: AMD is rated at 35 W; Intel is rated at 65 W.
• Socket: AMD uses AMD Socket AM5; Intel uses Intel Socket 1700.
• Codename: AMD uses Gorgon Point; Intel uses Raptor Lake-R.
• Generation: AMD belongs to Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c); Intel belongs to Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh).
• Process node: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC; Intel uses 10 nm from Intel.
• Die size: AMD measures 195 mm²; Intel measures 257 mm².
• L2 cache: AMD has 1 MB per core; Intel has 2 MB per core.
• L3 cache: AMD has 8 MB; Intel has 33 MB shared.
• Memory support: AMD supports DDR5 only; Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory bandwidth: AMD is rated at 89.6 GB/s; Intel has no listed figure.
• PCIe: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes; Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes.
• Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 840M; Intel uses UHD Graphics 770.
• Multiplier: AMD has an unlocked multiplier; Intel does not.
• Release date: AMD released on 2026-02-28; Intel released on 2024-01-07.
• Launch MSRP: Intel lists $384; AMD has no listed price.
• Part number: AMD uses 100-000001925; Intel uses SRN40.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors, and the AMD side has no benchmark scores recorded at all. The comparison therefore relies entirely on the Intel Core i7-14700's measured results and the AMD processor's lack of recorded scores. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 52,301, which places it among rivals such as the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H at 52,431 (-0.2% delta), the AMD EPYC 8124P at 52,121 (+0.3% delta), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX at 52,073 (+0.4% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X at 51,947 (+0.7% delta). This clustering shows that the Core i7-14700 performs at the level of server and high-end desktop processors from the previous generation.

Since the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has no benchmark scores in the database, the Intel part's individual results stand as the only measured data points. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 28,398 and single-core score of 2,080 indicate a processor that is strong in both parallel and single-threaded workloads. The Geekbench multicore score of 17,087 and single-core score of 2,409 reinforce that pattern. The PassMark suite shows consistent strength across varied tasks: integer math at 154,535, floating point math at 106,716, data compression at 498,198, data encryption at 29,601, extended instructions at 28,388, random string sorting at 54,340, and physics at 2,226. The single-thread PassMark score of 4,236 and the multithread score of 40,318 round out the picture.

The absence of AMD benchmark data means the database cannot quantify the exact performance gap. The structural differences tell the story clearly: the Intel chip has more than three times the cores, more than twice the threads, more than four times the L3 cache, and a 0.60 GHz higher boost clock. Those factors, combined with the Intel part's 91st percentile ranking versus the AMD part's 50th percentile, indicate a large performance differential in favor of Intel.

The Verdict

The benchmark data supports a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Core i7-14700 is the stronger processor in every measured performance category. It delivers a 91st percentile ranking, a large core and thread count, a higher boost clock, and substantially more L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE ranks at the 50th percentile and has no recorded benchmark scores. For workloads that depend on multi-threaded throughput, rendering, compilation, or data processing, the Intel part has the structural and measured advantage.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE does offer meaningful advantages in efficiency and platform modernity. Its 35 W TDP, 4 nm process node, smaller 195 mm² die, and DDR5-only memory support make it a low-power option for compact builds. It also has an unlocked multiplier, which the Intel part lacks, and it uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform. Those qualities make it suitable for a power-conscious desktop system where the Intel part's 65 W TDP and larger 257 mm² die are less desirable.

The Intel Core i7-14700, with a launch MSRP of $384, also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which gives builders more flexibility in component selection. Its PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes is a generation ahead of the AMD part's PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes. The release timeline also differs: the Intel chip launched on 2024-01-07, while the AMD chip launched on 2026-02-28.

Users who need maximum throughput and can accept higher power draw should choose the Intel Core i7-14700. Users who prioritize low power consumption, a newer process node, and an unlocked multiplier should choose the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE. The performance gap is substantial, but the efficiency gap is equally real. The database records the Intel part as the performance leader and the AMD part as the efficiency option with a modern platform.