AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data separates these two processors into distinct roles. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 is a mobile part, built for efficiency, while the Intel Core i5-14401E is a desktop processor focused on sustained multi-threaded output. In the recorded head-to-head tests, the Intel part wins three of four comparisons, with its strongest showing in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 18161 against the AMD's 11461, a 36.9% advantage. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 takes only the Cinebench R15 single-core test, winning by 5%.

The data indicates the Intel Core i5-14401E is the choice for workloads that scale across cores, particularly rendering and content creation tasks that use Cinebench-style multi-threaded execution. Its 65 TDP and desktop socket position it for systems where power draw is less constrained. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345, with its 28 TDP and mobile socket, fits systems prioritizing power efficiency and portability. Its single-core win in Cinebench R15, 271 versus 258, shows competent per-thread performance, but the multi-core gap is decisive.

The average benchmark score difference is stark. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has an average benchmark score of 29461, placing it in the 81st percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14401E has an average score of 5253, placing it in the 60th percentile. This discrepancy reflects the different benchmark suites recorded for each part, not a direct performance comparison. The AMD data includes PassMark tests absent from the Intel record. For direct comparison, the head-to-head Cinebench results are the reliable source.

The nearest rivals for each chip reinforce their positioning. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 sits near the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X, with a 0% delta, and the AMD EPYC 9654, with a 0.2% delta. The Intel Core i5-14401E sits near the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4, with a -0.1% delta, and the Intel Core i7-11700B, with a 0.2% delta. These neighbor positions show each processor competing in its respective performance class.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E is significantly ahead. It scores 18161 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 11461. The Intel part leads by 36.9%.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins the Cinebench R15 single-core test. The AMD scores 271, while the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 258, giving the AMD a 5% advantage.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The AMD part is built on a smaller node.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Do these processors have integrated graphics?

A: Both do. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 includes the Radeon 840M. The Intel Core i5-14401E includes the UHD Graphics 730.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has a 28 TDP. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a 65 TDP. The Intel part draws substantially more power.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 and Intel Core i5-14401E come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD chip uses the Krackan Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel chip uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R variant, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

The cache layouts differ notably. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs. The AMD chip provides 1 MB per core, while the Intel chip provides 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a larger divergence. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 4 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This fivefold difference in L3 capacity likely contributes to the Intel chip's multi-core advantage in the recorded benchmarks.

The process node difference is significant. The AMD chip's 4 nm TSMC process is smaller than the Intel chip's 10 nm process. This node advantage contributes to the AMD chip's lower 28 TDP, compared to the Intel chip's 65 TDP. The Intel chip also carries a die size of 215 mm², while the AMD chip has no recorded die size. The production status for both is listed as Active.

The memory support differs as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel Core i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD chip has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel chip has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory support also differs: the Intel chip supports ECC memory, while the AMD chip does not.

The PCIe capabilities separate the two. The AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes, CPU only. The Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes, CPU only. The Intel chip provides a newer PCIe generation and more lanes.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are identical: both have 6 cores and 12 threads. The clock speeds differ. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Intel chip runs at higher clocks for both base and boost.

The sockets are incompatible. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, a mobile socket. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The market segments confirm this split: the AMD chip is marked as Mobile, while the Intel chip is marked as Desktop.

The TDP figures differ substantially. The AMD chip has a 28 TDP, while the Intel chip has a 65 TDP. The Intel chip consumes more than twice the power budget of the AMD chip.

The cache specifications differ in L2 and L3. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 per core and 4 MB of L3. The Intel chip has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3.

The integrated graphics differ. The AMD chip uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel chip uses the UHD Graphics 730. The memory support differs, with the AMD chip supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X, and the Intel chip supporting DDR4 and DDR5. ECC memory is supported only on the Intel chip.

The PCIe generation and lane count differ. The AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The release dates differ, with the AMD chip released on 2025-01-14 and the Intel chip released on 2024-06-30. Neither chip has a recorded launch MSRP, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data contains four Cinebench tests. The Intel Core i5-14401E wins three, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 wins one.

The largest gap appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Intel chip scores 18161, while the AMD chip scores 11461. This is a 36.9% deficit for the AMD part. This result aligns with the Intel chip's higher TDP, larger L3 cache, and desktop positioning. The 20 MB shared L3 cache and 65 TDP allow the Intel chip to sustain higher multi-threaded throughput.

Cinebench R23 single-core also favors the Intel chip, though by a smaller margin. The Intel chip scores 2564, while the AMD chip scores 1818. This is a 29.1% deficit for the AMD part. This result is notable because the AMD chip wins the older Cinebench R15 single-core test, yet loses the newer R23 single-core test by a wide margin. The Intel chip's higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz, compared to 4.60 GHz for the AMD chip, may contribute to this result.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a narrower Intel advantage. The Intel chip scores 1830, while the AMD chip scores 1712. This is a 6.4% deficit for the AMD part. The gap is much smaller here than in R23 multi-core, suggesting the AMD chip handles the older workload more competitively.

The single AMD win comes in Cinebench R15 single-core. The AMD chip scores 271, while the Intel chip scores 258. This is a 5% advantage for the AMD part. This result shows the AMD chip can outperform the Intel chip in certain single-threaded legacy workloads, despite losing the newer single-core test.

The win count is 3 to 1 in favor of the Intel Core i5-14401E. The Intel chip's wins include the two multi-core tests and the R23 single-core test. The AMD chip's sole win is the R15 single-core test. The magnitude of the Intel wins, particularly the 36.9% margin in R23 multi-core, outweighs the AMD chip's single 5% victory.

The percentile ranks and average scores place these chips in different contexts. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 sits in the 81st percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 29461. The Intel Core i5-14401E sits in the 60th percentile with an average score of 5253. The AMD chip's higher percentile reflects its broader benchmark suite, which includes PassMark tests. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11700B and Intel Core i9-10850K, both with a 0.2% delta, indicating the Intel chip performs near those established desktop parts.

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy. In Cinebench R23, the Intel chip dominates both multi-core and single-core. In Cinebench R15, the results are closer, with a split decision. The Intel chip's 36.9% multi-core advantage in R23 is the defining metric of this comparison. The AMD chip's 5% single-core win in R15 is its only recorded victory.