AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core i5-14490F across every benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, with 15 wins and zero for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445. The margin varies dramatically by workload, revealing distinct performance profiles rather than a uniform gap.

The largest chasm appears in multi-core rendering. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel part scores 23000 versus 10590 for the AMD chip, a delta of -54%. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test tells a similar story, with Intel at 2318 and AMD at 1723, a -25.7% difference. This pattern is consistent with the core count disparity: the Intel processor fields 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD chip offers 6 cores and 12 threads. The multi-core advantage is not merely linear, as the R23 result shows a gap far larger than the core count alone would suggest.

PassMark physics testing reinforces this multi-threaded dominance. The Intel part scores 2093, while the AMD processor manages 976, a -53.4% delta. Prime number finding, another heavily parallel workload, shows Intel at 122 versus AMD at 56, again -54.1%. These two tests are nearly identical in percentage terms, suggesting that the Intel chip's advantage scales consistently across integer-heavy parallel tasks.

Single-thread performance narrows the gap considerably, although Intel still leads. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 3247 versus AMD's 1806, a -44.4% delta. The PassMark single-thread test shows a much tighter race: Intel at 3873, AMD at 3591, only -7.3%. This 37-point percentage difference between the two single-thread tests is striking. The Cinebench result likely reflects the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.60 GHz, while the PassMark test may be less sensitive to clock speed and more dependent on IPC efficiency.

Data compression shows Intel at 340026 versus AMD at 215812, a -36.5% gap. Encryption follows at 18225 versus 10519, a -42.3% delta. Extended instructions see Intel at 21731 versus 15826, a -27.2% gap. Floating-point math shows Intel at 66558 versus 39362, -40.9%. Integer math delivers Intel at 87844 versus 58332, -33.6%. Random string sorting completes the set with Intel at 35608 versus 23488, -34%. The multithread composite score for PassMark lands at 28662 for Intel and 18115 for AMD, a -36.8% delta.

The single-thread PassMark result of -7.3% is the only sub-double-digit margin in the entire dataset. Every other test shows at least a 22.3% gap, with the multi-core rendering and physics tests exceeding 50%. This suggests that the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 carries respectable per-core efficiency, but the Intel part's combination of more cores, higher clocks, and larger cache produces decisive wins in both single and multi-threaded scenarios.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is not about which processor wins a given task, but rather about the scale of the advantage. For heavily parallel workloads, the Intel chip's lead is overwhelming. Cinebench R23 multi-core, PassMark physics, and prime number finding all show deltas beyond -50%. These tasks benefit directly from the Intel processor's 10 cores and 16 threads, which outnumber the AMD chip's 6 cores and 12 threads by a wide margin.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel lead shrinks to -7.3% in the PassMark single-thread test. This is the closest result in the entire dataset, and it indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is competitive when the workload uses a single core. The Cinebench R23 single-core test shows a larger -44.4% gap, which may reflect the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The AMD processor's 4.60 GHz boost is lower, and the Zen 5 architecture cannot fully compensate in this specific rendering workload.

Memory-sensitive tasks like data compression and encryption show moderate-to-large gaps of -36.5% and -42.3% respectively. The Intel part's 24 MB shared L3 cache versus the AMD chip's 4 MB L3 cache likely contributes here, as larger caches reduce repeated memory access latency. The AMD processor does support LPDDR5X memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, but the recorded benchmarks do not isolate memory-bound behavior, so the cache advantage appears decisive.

For integer-heavy workloads, the Intel lead spans from -33.6% in integer math to -54.1% in prime number finding. The prime number test is notoriously parallel, so the core count advantage dominates. The integer math test, while still parallel, shows a smaller gap, suggesting the AMD chip's per-core integer throughput is respectable. Floating-point math shows a -40.9% gap, placing it in the middle of the distribution.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 does not win any recorded benchmark, but its smaller margins in single-thread and integer math tests indicate it is not uniformly outclassed. The data suggests a processor that handles light, single-threaded tasks with reasonable efficiency, but falls far behind when all cores are engaged. The Intel part, by contrast, delivers consistent strength across every category, with its largest wins in exactly the areas where core count and cache size matter most.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, built for mobile platforms with a 28 W TDP. Its codename is Gorgon Point, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture on Intel's 10 nm process, a desktop part with a 65 W TDP and the codename Raptor Lake-R.

The process node difference is significant. TSMC's 4 nm process versus Intel's 10 nm process explains part of the efficiency gap. The AMD chip's 28 W TDP is less than half of the Intel chip's 65 W TDP, yet the Intel part delivers dramatically higher performance in every benchmark. The power consumption data is not directly compared, but the TDP figures suggest the Intel chip sacrifices efficiency for absolute throughput.

Cache organization differs sharply. Both use 80 KB L1 per core, but the L2 cache is 1 MB per core on the AMD chip versus 1.25 MB per core on the Intel part. The L3 cache shows the largest divergence: AMD offers 4 MB total, while Intel provides 24 MB shared. This 6x difference in L3 capacity likely drives many of the benchmark gaps, particularly in data compression, encryption, and random string sorting, all of which benefit from larger working sets residing in cache.

Memory support also differs. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and it includes ECC support. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but has no listed memory bandwidth figure and no ECC support. The AMD processor's LPDDR5X support and ECC capability suggest a design aimed at mobile workstations, while the Intel chip targets desktop systems with more conventional memory options.

PCIe connectivity diverges as well. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Intel chip's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count give it an advantage for expansion and peripheral bandwidth. The AMD chip includes integrated Radeon 840M graphics, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics at all, requiring a discrete GPU.

The market segments confirm the design intent. AMD positions this chip for mobile, Intel for desktop. The 10-core Intel part with its 215 mm² die size targets performance desktop builds, while the 6-core AMD chip with its 28 W TDP fits thin-and-light laptops. The release dates differ as well: Intel launched on 2023-12-31, AMD on 2026-01-04, making the AMD part a newer design that still cannot overcome the Intel chip's raw resource advantages.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 | Intel Core i5-14490F |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | Not listed | 215 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | N/A |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2023-12-31 |

The specification table reveals the core structural differences. The Intel part has 4 more cores and 4 more threads, a higher base clock by 0.50 GHz, a higher boost clock by 0.40 GHz, and more than double the TDP. The AMD chip counters with a smaller process node, a lower TDP, LPDDR5X support, ECC capability, and integrated graphics. The cache difference is the most extreme: Intel's 24 MB shared L3 versus AMD's 4 MB, a 6x disparity.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core rendering?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F dominates. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 23000 versus 10590 for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, a -54% delta. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows 2318 versus 1723, a -25.7% gap.

Q: How close is single-thread performance?

A: The closest result in the entire comparison is PassMark single-thread, where Intel scores 3873 and AMD scores 3591, a -7.3% delta. However, Cinebench R23 single-core shows a much larger gap of -44.4%, with Intel at 3247 and AMD at 1806.

Q: What is the cache size difference?

A: The AMD chip has 4 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel part provides 24 MB shared L3. L2 cache is 1 MB per core on AMD versus 1.25 MB per core on Intel. Both use 80 KB L1 per core.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-14490F does not. The AMD chip also supports LPDDR5X in addition to DDR5, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 includes Radeon 840M integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics (N/A), requiring a discrete GPU for display output.

Q: How does the benchmark score distribution compare?

A: The Intel part has a percentile rank of 86 versus 79 for AMD, with an average benchmark score of 38149 versus 26936. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the Core Ultra 5 245T and Core i5-13600KF, while AMD's nearest rivals include the Core i7-1370P and Ryzen 5 7545U.

The Verdict

The data presents an unambiguous picture. The Intel Core i5-14490F wins all 15 recorded benchmarks, with the smallest margin at -7.3% in PassMark single-thread and the largest at -54.1% in prime number finding and -54% in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 does not win a single test in the head-to-head comparison.

The Intel processor's 10 cores, 16 threads, 5.00 GHz boost clock, and 24 MB L3 cache combine to deliver decisive wins across rendering, physics, encryption, compression, and math workloads. Its average benchmark score of 38149 places it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, with nearest rivals like the Core Ultra 5 245T at -0.1% and the Core i5-13600KF at +0.1%. The AMD chip's average score of 26936 places it at the 79th percentile, with nearest rivals including the Core i7-1370P at +0.1% and Ryzen 5 7545U at +0.3%.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, 6 cores, 4 nm process, and integrated Radeon 840M graphics. It offers ECC memory support, LPDDR5X compatibility, and a lower power envelope. The Intel part is a desktop chip with a 65 W TDP, 10 cores, 215 mm² die size, and no integrated graphics. The benchmark results show no workload where the AMD chip's advantages in efficiency, process node, or memory flexibility translate into a performance win.

For users prioritizing raw benchmark scores, the Intel Core i5-14490F is the clear choice. The recorded data shows it outperforms the AMD part by double-digit margins in every category except PassMark single-thread, where it still leads by 7.3%. The AMD chip's remaining merits, such as ECC support, integrated graphics, and lower TDP, are not reflected in the benchmark results, but they do not change the outcome of any measured test. The verdict is categorical: the Intel processor wins on every recorded metric.