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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE against the Intel Core i7-14650HX. The AMD processor has no benchmark scores listed in the database, while the Intel part has a full set of 19 recorded measurements across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark workloads.

The Intel Core i7-14650HX sits at the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41,576. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H (average score 41,621, 0.1% ahead), the Intel Core 7 251TE (average score 41,650, 0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (average score 41,376, 0.5% behind), and the Intel Core i7-12850HX (average score 41,779, 0.5% behind). This places the i7-14650HX in a tightly contested performance band, with all four nearest rivals within half a percent of its average score.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE holds a 50th percentile rank, which places it at the median of all CPUs in the database. Without recorded benchmark scores, the database cannot provide a quantitative comparison of compute performance between these two processors. The Intel part's Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20,454 and single-core score of 1,969 stand as the reference points. Its Geekbench scores are 14,249 multicore and 2,173 single-core. Passmark results include 116,661 in integer math, 84,999 in floating point math, 33,495 in multithread, 3,841 in single-thread, 24,150 in extended instructions, 22,917 in data encryption, 398,418 in data compression, and 43,035 in random string sorting.

The only measurable comparison available comes from the difference in core and thread counts, which directly influences the Intel part's multicore results. The i7-14650HX uses 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD part uses 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel processor's boost clock of 5.20 GHz exceeds the AMD's 4.50 GHz, and its base clock of 2.20 GHz exceeds the AMD's 2.00 GHz. These clock and core advantages align with the Intel part's 88th percentile ranking versus the AMD's 50th percentile.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear distinction: the Intel Core i7-14650HX is the higher-performing processor in the database's recorded measurements, with an 88th percentile rank and a full set of benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has no recorded scores and sits at the 50th percentile, which indicates median performance among all CPUs but offers no specific benchmark evidence for comparison.

The Intel part's 16 cores, 24 threads, 30 MB of shared L3 cache, and 5.20 GHz boost clock position it for heavy multithreaded workloads. Its performance class aligns with desktop CPUs like the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, which trails by only 0.5% in average score. The AMD part's 6 cores, 12 threads, 4 MB of L3 cache, and 4.50 GHz boost clock position it as a lower-core-count desktop processor with a 35 W TDP.

For workloads that depend on multicore throughput, the recorded data strongly favors the Intel part. For single-thread performance, the Intel part's recorded scores (Cinebench R23 single-core 1,969, Geekbench single-core 2,173, Passmark single-thread 3,841) set the reference, while the AMD part has no comparable measurements. The AMD part's advantages lie outside raw compute: a 4 nm process node versus Intel's 10 nm, a smaller 35 W TDP versus Intel's 55 W, and DDR5 memory support with ECC capability. These factors matter for system power budgets and memory configurations, but they do not appear in benchmark scores.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, with the codename Gorgon Point. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14650HX belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-HX, and is built on a 10 nm process node by Intel. The Intel die size is 257 mm², while the AMD die size is not recorded.

Core configuration differs substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has 16 cores and 24 threads. Cache hierarchies differ as well. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core on the AMD side versus 2 MB of L2 cache per core on the Intel side. The AMD part has 4 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel part has 30 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but its memory bandwidth is not recorded. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 10 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 710. The AMD part's socket is AMD Socket AM5 for desktop, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1964 for mobile. The AMD part has a locked multiplier, while the Intel part has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking on the Intel side.

Production status for both is listed as Active. The AMD part has a release date of 2026-03-01, while the Intel part has a release date of 2024-01-07. The AMD part number is 100-000001781, and the Intel part number is SRMXH. Neither part has a recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 16 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX boosts to 5.20 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do their L3 cache sizes compare?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both processors support ECC memory. The AMD part supports DDR5 with ECC, and the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with ECC.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14650HX uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel.

Q: Which processor has an unlocked multiplier?

A: The Intel Core i7-14650HX has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has a locked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14650HX wins in every recorded benchmark category. Its 16-core, 24-thread configuration delivers multicore scores that place it at the 88th percentile of all CPUs. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20,454 and Geekbench multicore score of 14,249 indicate strong throughput for rendering, compilation, and simulation workloads. Passmark multithread score of 33,495 and integer math score of 116,661 further support this. The Intel part also holds single-thread advantages with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,969, Geekbench single-core score of 2,173, and Passmark single-thread score of 3,841. Its 30 MB L3 cache and 5.20 GHz boost clock contribute to these results.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE wins in power efficiency and platform characteristics. Its 35 W TDP is substantially lower than the Intel part's 55 W TDP, which indicates a smaller thermal envelope for compact desktop builds. The 4 nm process node represents a smaller transistor geometry than Intel's 10 nm node. The AMD part supports DDR5 memory with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s and ECC capability. Its integrated Radeon 840M graphics may provide different display output capabilities than Intel's UHD Graphics 710, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded. The AMD Socket AM5 platform offers desktop compatibility, while the Intel part uses a mobile BGA socket.

For users prioritizing raw compute performance across all recorded workloads, the Intel Core i7-14650HX is the clear choice. For users prioritizing lower power draw, newer process technology, and desktop socket compatibility, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has structural advantages, though the database contains no benchmark scores to quantify its compute performance.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE | Intel Core i7-14650HX |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 16 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 55 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 4 MB | 30 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 10 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 710 |

| Multiplier | Locked | Unlocked |

| Release date | 2026-03-01 | 2024-01-07 |

| Die size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |