AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 vs Intel Core i5-14500 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data paints a clear picture: the Intel Core i5-14500 wins every single head-to-head test in this comparison, taking 11 wins out of 11 recorded matchups. There is no category where the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 comes out ahead. This does not mean the AMD chip is without merit, but its strengths lie elsewhere, primarily in platform characteristics rather than raw throughput.

The Intel Core i5-14500 dominates in heavily threaded workloads. The largest gaps appear in floating-point math, integer math, and encryption, where the Intel chip leads by margins of 93.5%, 77.6%, and 90.4% respectively. These are compute-intensive tasks that scale with core count and memory bandwidth, and the Intel part simply has far more resources to throw at them. The PassMark multithread score of 30,777 versus 19,091 for the AMD chip, a 61.2% delta, reinforces this pattern. Content creation, scientific simulation, and any workload that can leverage many cores will strongly favor the Intel processor.

Single-threaded performance is a closer contest. The Intel Core i5-14500 scores 3,952 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 3,757. The delta is just 5.2%. This means the AMD chip is nearly as fast in lightly threaded tasks like web browsing, office productivity, and legacy applications. The gap is small enough that daily responsiveness will feel similar between the two, though the Intel part still holds the edge.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 does have a notable advantage in power efficiency, with a 28 W thermal design power (TDP) compared to the Intel chip's 65 W. This is not a benchmark score, but it indicates the AMD processor is designed for compact and mobile systems where heat output and battery life matter more than peak performance. The data shows the Intel part is the clear performance winner, while the AMD part is the clear efficiency pick.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i5-14500 is built on Raptor Lake architecture using a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It is a desktop-class chip with 14 cores and 20 threads, operating at a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The core configuration is a hybrid design, and the cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a substantial 24 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics is UHD Graphics 770. The processor fits into Intel Socket 1700 and was released in January 2024 with a launch MSRP of $232.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is a mobile-oriented part built on Zen 5 architecture, specifically the Gorgon Point refresh. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, which is a more advanced manufacturing process than Intel's 10 nm node. The chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The cache structure is smaller: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and only 4 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers DDR5 and LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. This is a significant advantage for the AMD chip in memory-intensive mobile workloads. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 14 lanes. The integrated graphics is Radeon 840M. The socket is AMD Socket FP8, and the chip was released in January 2026.

The core count difference is stark: 14 versus 6. The Intel chip also has a much larger L3 cache, 24 MB versus 4 MB, which helps in workloads that repeatedly access the same data. The AMD chip compensates with a more advanced process node, higher memory bandwidth, and lower power draw. Both support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a comprehensive sweep for the Intel Core i5-14500. The largest margin is in floating-point math, where the Intel chip scores 79,576 versus 41,114 for the AMD chip, a delta of 93.5%. This is nearly double the throughput, a decisive win for any workload relying on heavy math operations.

Data encryption shows a 90.4% advantage for the Intel part, with scores of 21,457 versus 11,267. Prime number finding, a classic integer-heavy test, gives the Intel chip 106 versus 57, an 86% lead. Integer math overall shows 108,124 versus 60,879, a 77.6% advantage. Physics simulation, often a good proxy for gaming physics and scientific workloads, gives the Intel chip 1,746 versus 995, a 75.5% lead.

The multithread score of 30,777 versus 19,091 (61.2%) and the random string sorting score of 40,980 versus 24,936 (64.3%) both show the Intel chip's advantage in heavily parallel tasks. Extended instructions, which measure SIMD and vectorized code performance, favor the Intel chip at 22,473 versus 16,724, a 34.4% lead.

The closest contest is single-thread performance. The Intel chip scores 3,952 versus 3,757 for the AMD chip, a 5.2% delta. This is the only category where the AMD part is within striking distance. It suggests that for a narrow class of lightly threaded tasks, the AMD chip is competitive, but it still loses.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the single-threaded performance difference?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 scores 3,952 in PassMark single-thread, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 3,757. The Intel chip leads by 5.2%.

Q: Which chip supports faster PCIe?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the AMD chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Q: How much larger is the Intel chip's L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Which chip has a lower thermal design power?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has a TDP of 28 W, compared to 65 W for the Intel Core i5-14500.

The Verdict

The database is unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-14500 is the superior performer in every recorded benchmark. It wins all 11 head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 5.2% in single-thread to 93.5% in floating-point math. The 14-core, 20-thread configuration, coupled with 24 MB of L3 cache, delivers a level of multi-threaded performance that the 6-core, 12-thread AMD chip cannot match. For users who prioritize raw compute throughput in rendering, compilation, simulation, or data processing, the Intel part is the clear choice.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is not without its place. Its 28 W TDP and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth make it suited for thin-and-light laptops and mobile workstations where power draw and heat are critical constraints. The near-parity in single-thread performance, just 5.2% behind, means everyday tasks will feel similar. The 4 nm TSMC process node gives it a modern manufacturing advantage, and the Radeon 840M integrated graphics may offer a different feature set than the Intel UHD Graphics 770.

Both processors sit at the 86th percentile against all CPUs in the database, indicating they are both above-average parts. The Intel chip has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 38,531 versus 37,762 for the AMD chip. The nearest rivals for the Intel chip include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T at a 0.1% lower average score, and the Intel Xeon w3-2525 at a 0.4% higher score. The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 at a 0.1% lower score and the Intel Core i5-13600K at a 0.2% higher score.

The choice comes down to platform and use case. For desktop builders who need maximum performance and are not constrained by power, the Intel Core i5-14500 is the definitive winner. For mobile users who need a capable processor in a low-power envelope, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is the appropriate pick. The benchmark data does not support any scenario where the AMD chip wins on performance.