AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 vs Intel Core i7-14650HX Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX records an average benchmark score of 41576, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 37762. The Intel part sits in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, with the AMD part in the 86th percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX leads the PassMark single-thread test with 3841 against 3757 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435, a margin of 2.2%. Both scores are close, indicating similar per-core capability in lightly threaded workloads.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 16 cores and 24 threads. This difference directly explains the large multi-threaded performance gap.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX boosts to 5.20 GHz, compared to 4.50 GHz for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435. The Intel chip also has a higher base clock at 2.20 GHz versus 2.00 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 and the Intel Core i7-14650HX list ECC memory support as enabled.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has a 28 W TDP. The Intel Core i7-14650HX has a 55 W TDP, nearly double the power envelope of the AMD part.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14650HX is the stronger performer in nearly every recorded benchmark. It wins all 11 head-to-head tests listed in the database, including every multi-threaded workload and both single-thread tests. Its average benchmark score of 41576 is 10.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435's 37762. The Intel part also ranks higher overall, sitting in the 88th percentile of all CPUs versus the AMD chip's 86th percentile.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is the more efficient option. Its 28 W TDP is less than half of the Intel part's 55 W TDP, and it uses a 4 nm process node against Intel's 10 nm node. For workloads that are not heavily threaded, the AMD chip remains competitive, as its single-thread score trails by only 2.2%. The data suggests the Intel chip is the choice for maximum throughput, while the AMD chip suits systems where power draw and thermal output are primary constraints.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14650HX dominates the head-to-head results, winning all 11 recorded comparisons. The largest margin comes in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 152 versus 57 for AMD, a 62.5% advantage. Floating point math shows a similar gap: Intel at 84999 against 41114, a 51.6% lead. Integer math follows at 47.8% ahead, with Intel scoring 116661 versus 60879.

Memory-sensitive tasks also favor Intel heavily. Data compression shows Intel at 398418 against 232803, a 41.6% margin. Random string sorting goes to Intel by 42.1%, with scores of 43035 and 24936. Data encryption is the closest of the large-margin tests at 50.8% in Intel's favor, 22917 versus 11267. Extended instructions show Intel ahead by 30.7%, 24150 versus 16724.

Multithreaded PassMark results put Intel at 33495, which is 43% higher than AMD's 19091. Physics scores show Intel at 2202 versus 995, a 54.8% gap. The narrowest win for Intel is single-thread performance, where the 3841 score beats AMD's 3757 by just 2.2%.

The AMD chip records zero wins across the head-to-head suite. However, the single-thread margin is small enough that the two CPUs are effectively matched in lightly threaded tasks. The database shows no test where the AMD part takes a meaningful lead.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in core configuration. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 uses 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses 16 cores and 24 threads, more than double the core count and exactly double the thread count.

Clock speeds differ as well. AMD lists a 2.00 GHz base clock and 4.50 GHz boost clock. Intel lists a 2.20 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost, giving Intel a higher ceiling in both metrics.

Power draw is a major differentiator. The AMD part is rated at 28 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 55 W TDP. The AMD chip is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel chip uses Intel's 10 nm process. The Intel die is 257 mm² in size; no die size is recorded for the AMD part.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core for AMD versus 2 MB per core for Intel. The L3 cache is 4 MB for AMD and 30 MB shared for Intel, a substantial difference in total cache capacity.

Memory support overlaps but is not identical. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s; no bandwidth figure is recorded for Intel. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 710.

Sockets are not interchangeable. AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel BGA 1964. The AMD multiplier is locked; the Intel multiplier is unlocked. The AMD part number is 100-000001788, and the Intel part number is SRMXH.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The process node is 4 nm, fabricated by TSMC. The L3 cache is 4 MB, and the memory interface supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The platform uses Gen 4 PCIe with 14 CPU lanes and includes a Radeon 840M integrated GPU.

The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-HX. It is part of the Core i7 generation described as Raptor Lake-HX Refresh. The process node is 10 nm, fabricated by Intel. The L3 cache is 30 MB shared, and the memory interface supports DDR4 and DDR5 with no bandwidth figure recorded. The platform uses Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes and includes a UHD Graphics 710 integrated GPU.

The L2 cache structure differs: AMD lists 1 MB per core, Intel lists 2 MB per core. Both list 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The Intel part has a larger shared L3 cache by a factor of 7.5, which contributes to its advantage in data-heavy workloads. The AMD part compensates with a smaller process node, which supports its lower TDP.

The Intel part has an unlocked multiplier, while the AMD part does not. This means the Intel CPU can be overclocked if the platform allows it, though the database records no overclocking results. The AMD part ships with ECC support and a lower power envelope, making it suitable for compact or thermally constrained systems.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins every recorded benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. Its largest advantages are in compute-heavy and parallel workloads. Prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, physics, and multithreaded PassMark all show Intel ahead by at least 43%. For users running compilation jobs, rendering, scientific simulations, or any workload that scales with core count, the Intel part is clearly stronger.

Intel also leads in memory-heavy tasks. Data compression, random string sorting, and data encryption all favor Intel by margins between 41.6% and 50.8%. The combination of 30 MB of L3 cache and 16 cores gives the Intel chip a substantial throughput advantage in these scenarios.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has no benchmark wins in the database. Its closest result is single-thread performance, where it trails by only 2.2%. For lightly threaded workloads such as general office tasks, web browsing, or single-threaded applications, the AMD chip is effectively competitive with the Intel part despite the score deficit.

The AMD chip's real advantage is not in raw performance but in efficiency. Its 28 W TDP is less than half of Intel's 55 W TDP, and its 4 nm process node suggests lower power draw per unit of work. For compact laptops, fanless designs, or systems where battery life matters more than peak throughput, the AMD part is the more practical fit. The Intel part is the choice when maximum performance is the priority and the platform can handle the higher power envelope.