AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark split is completely one-sided. The Intel Core i7-14700 wins all 11 head-to-head comparisons in the database, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G records zero direct wins. The most decisive gaps appear in workloads that scale with core count and memory throughput. The Intel part leads by 49.1% in data compression, 49.7% in multithread performance, and 59.2% in floating-point math. These are all heavily parallel tasks where the Intel processor's 20 cores and 28 threads provide a structural advantage over the AMD chip's 6 cores and 12 threads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G does not win any individual test, but its closest margin comes in single-thread performance. The Intel Core i7-14700 leads by only 9.6% in the PassMark single-thread test, a significantly smaller gap than the 50% to 66% deficits seen in multi-threaded workloads. This suggests the AMD processor's Zen 5 cores are competitively efficient on a per-thread basis, even if the overall throughput advantage remains firmly with Intel.

In terms of overall standing, the Intel Core i7-14700 sits at the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G sits at the 87th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 52,301, compared to 40,718 for the AMD part, a difference of roughly 28.5%. The Intel processor's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H (0.2% lower average score), AMD EPYC 8124P (0.3% lower), and Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (0.4% lower). The AMD processor's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6357P (0.2% higher average score), Intel Core 5 223PE (0.3% higher), and Intel Core 7 253PE (0.4% higher).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, built on a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14700 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm².

Core configuration is the most obvious differentiator. The AMD part offers 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel part offers 20 cores and 28 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Both have a 65 W TDP, which is notable given the Intel processor's much higher core count at the same thermal envelope.

Cache hierarchies also differ substantially. The AMD processor provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with a total of 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, with a substantially larger 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This larger L3 pool is likely a factor in the Intel part's strong data compression and random string sorting results.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 10 CPU-only lanes, while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU-only lanes. This gives Intel a raw bandwidth advantage for expansion devices, though the practical impact depends on the workload.

The integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not record any GPU benchmark scores for either processor, so the comparison remains limited to CPU-focused tests.

The release dates are distinct: the AMD processor entered the database with a 2026-03-01 timestamp, while the Intel processor has a 2024-01-07 timestamp. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $384. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Both are active production parts, and both have locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single deficit for the AMD processor appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test. The Intel Core i7-14700 scores 164, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G scores 55, a 66.5% gap. This is a highly integer-heavy workload that benefits from the Intel part's massive thread count and larger L2 cache per core.

The second-largest gap is in floating-point math, where Intel leads 106,716 to 43,494, a 59.2% difference. Integer math shows a similar pattern: Intel scores 154,535 against AMD's 63,707, a 58.8% deficit. Data encryption shows Intel at 29,601 versus AMD at 12,111, a 59.1% gap. These three tests all involve sustained parallel execution across many cores.

The multithread PassMark score shows Intel at 40,318 versus AMD at 20,285, a 49.7% deficit. The physics test shows Intel at 2,226 versus AMD at 999, a 55.1% gap. Random string sorting shows Intel at 54,340 versus AMD at 27,407, a 49.6% difference. Data compression shows Intel at 498,198 versus AMD at 253,484, a 49.1% gap. Extended instructions show Intel at 28,388 versus AMD at 18,697, a 34.1% deficit.

The smallest gap in the entire set is the single-thread test, where Intel leads 4,236 to 3,829, a 9.6% difference. This is the only head-to-head result where the AMD processor comes within single digits of the Intel part. The same result appears under both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread test names, confirming consistency in the measurement.

The Cinebench and Geekbench results exist only for the Intel processor in this comparison. The Intel part records Cinebench R15 multicore at 4,061 and singlecore at 299, Cinebench R20 multicore at 14,388 and singlecore at 2,031, Cinebench R23 multicore at 28,398 and singlecore at 2,080, and Geekbench multicore at 17,087 and singlecore at 2,409. These scores position the Intel processor within the 91st percentile, but they do not have corresponding AMD numbers in this database entry.

The Verdict

The database clearly favors the Intel Core i7-14700 for any workload that uses multiple threads. The 20-core, 28-thread configuration delivers roughly double the multithread throughput of the 6-core, 12-thread AMD part, with specific gaps ranging from 34.1% in extended instructions to 66.5% in prime number calculation. The Intel processor also holds a 9.6% advantage in single-thread performance, so there is no single benchmark category where the AMD processor takes the lead.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G remains a functional desktop processor, and its 87th percentile standing is respectable. The 4 nm process and Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid design suggest competitive per-core efficiency, and the 9.6% single-thread gap is modest. However, the total core count difference (6 versus 20) and L3 cache difference (4 MB versus 33 MB) are too large to overcome in any recorded test.

For buyers prioritizing raw compute throughput, the Intel Core i7-14700 is the data-backed choice. The 91st percentile placement and the 28.5% higher average benchmark score confirm its position. For those who specifically need a 65 W processor with ECC support and a modern socket, the AMD part offers those features, but the performance record shows no scenario where it outperforms the Intel part in the measured workloads.

The launch MSRP of $384 for the Intel Core i7-14700 is the only price data available. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP, so a direct cost comparison is not possible from the database.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G win any benchmark against the Intel Core i7-14700?

A: No. The database records 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, and the Intel Core i7-14700 wins all 11. The AMD processor records zero wins.

Q: What is the closest benchmark result between the two processors?

A: The single-thread PassMark test. The Intel Core i7-14700 scores 4,236, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G scores 3,829, a 9.6% gap. This is the smallest difference in the entire comparison.

Q: How much larger is the Intel processor's L3 cache compared to the AMD processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G has 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part also provides 2 MB of L2 cache per core, compared to 1 MB per core on the AMD part.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G has 6 cores and 12 threads. Both have a 65 W TDP.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU-only lanes. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G supports PCIe Gen 4 with 10 CPU-only lanes.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with dual-channel memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G supports DDR5 only, also with dual-channel memory, and has a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.