AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core i7-14700HX Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 and Intel Core i7-14700HX represent two distinct approaches to mobile processing, with the database recording 15 benchmark comparisons where the Intel part takes every win. The Ryzen AI 7 445, a 6-core Zen 5 part, posts an average benchmark score of 26936, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. The Core i7-14700HX, with 20 cores on the Raptor Lake-HX architecture, achieves an average score of 45953, landing in the 89th percentile. This substantial gap in average scores, roughly 70% higher for the Intel chip, sets the stage for a detailed examination of where each processor excels and where the specifications diverge.

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows a clear and complete sweep for the Intel Core i7-14700HX across every single benchmark test in the head-to-head comparison. There are no categories where the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 claims a victory, as the win count stands at 0 for AMD and 15 for Intel. This means that in all measured workloads, from single-threaded tasks to heavily multithreaded applications, the Intel processor delivers higher scores.

The Intel part’s dominance is most pronounced in workloads that scale with core count and thread count. The Core i7-14700HX uses its 20 cores and 28 threads to pull far ahead in multi-core rendering, physics simulations, and integer math. For instance, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 24595 against AMD’s 10590, a gap of 56.9%. Similarly, in Passmark integer math, the Intel part posts 131296 versus 58332 for the AMD, a 55.6% advantage.

Even in single-threaded tests, where the AMD Zen 5 architecture might be expected to show relative strength, the Intel Core i7-14700HX still leads, albeit by a smaller margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel chip scores 2103 against 1806 for AMD, a 14.1% difference. The Passmark single-thread test shows a 9% lead for Intel, with scores of 3947 and 3591 respectively. While the AMD part is competitive in these lighter workloads, it does not secure a win in any of them.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the performance difference in multi-core rendering?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i7-14700HX scores 24595, which is 56.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445’s score of 10590.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX leads in Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 2103 versus 1806 for the AMD, a 14.1% advantage. In Passmark single-thread, Intel’s 3947 is 9% ahead of AMD’s 3591.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has an average benchmark score of 26936, while the Intel Core i7-14700HX has an average score of 45953.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX boosts up to 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 boosts up to 4.60 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 and the Intel Core i7-14700HX have ECC memory support enabled.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest performance gap in the recorded data appears in the Passmark find prime numbers test, where the Intel Core i7-14700HX scores 165 against AMD’s 56, a delta of 66.1%. This indicates a massive advantage for Intel in a workload that often depends on core count and efficient integer execution. The second-largest gap is in Passmark data encryption, with Intel scoring 26092 and AMD 10519, a 59.7% difference. Encryption workloads typically scale well with additional cores, and the Intel part’s 20-core configuration provides a clear edge.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip delivers 24595 points, which is 56.9% higher than the AMD’s 10590. This is a critical metric for users running CPU-intensive rendering or video encoding tasks. The Passmark physics test shows a similar pattern, with Intel at 2252 and AMD at 976, a 56.7% lead. Physics simulations in benchmarks often rely on heavy multi-threading, which plays directly to the Intel part’s strengths.

The Passmark floating point math test shows Intel’s 93836 against AMD’s 39362, a 58.1% advantage. This test measures raw computational throughput for scientific and engineering workloads. Similarly, Passmark integer math has Intel at 131296 and AMD at 58332, a 55.6% gap. The data compression test, which is relevant to file archiving and database operations, shows Intel at 438539 versus AMD’s 215812, a 50.8% lead.

The smallest gap in the head-to-head results is in the Passmark single-thread test, where Intel’s 3947 is only 9% ahead of AMD’s 3591. This is consistent with the Cinebench R15 and R23 single-core results, which show deltas of 14.2% and 14.1% respectively. While the AMD Zen 5 core is capable, the Intel Raptor Lake core still holds a measurable lead in these lightweight, single-threaded tasks. The extended instructions test shows a 38.5% advantage for Intel, with scores of 25718 and 15826.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most prominent differences. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14700HX offers 20 cores and 28 threads. Clock speeds also differ, with the AMD base clock at 2.00 GHz and boost at 4.60 GHz, while the Intel base clock is 2.10 GHz and boost reaches 5.50 GHz. Thermal design power (TDP) is also distinct, with the AMD part rated at 28 watts and the Intel part at 55 watts.

The memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD processor has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, but the Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure in the data. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The PCIe support is different, with the AMD chip using Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ, with the AMD part featuring a Radeon 840M and the Intel part featuring UHD Graphics 770. The sockets are different, with AMD using Socket FP8 and Intel using BGA 1964. The multiplier is unlocked on the Intel chip, but locked on the AMD part. The release dates show the Intel model launched in January 2024, while the AMD model is dated January 2026. The Intel part has a die size of 257 mm², but no die size is listed for the AMD chip.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Gorgon Point, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It is part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which includes both Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i7-14700HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-HX, built on a 10 nm process by Intel. It is part of the Core 14th Gen series, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh generation.

Cache hierarchies show significant differences. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache is drastically different, with the AMD part having 4 MB total, while the Intel part has 33 MB shared. This larger L3 cache on the Intel chip can help feed its many cores with data more efficiently.

The process node and foundry differ, with AMD using TSMC’s 4 nm process and Intel using its own 10 nm process. This gives the AMD chip a potential transistor density advantage, but the benchmark data shows the Intel part’s higher core count and larger cache overcome that in performance. The features also differ, with the AMD part supporting LPDDR5X memory and the Intel part supporting DDR4 in addition to DDR5. The Intel chip’s PCIe Gen 5 support offers more bandwidth for peripherals compared to AMD’s Gen 4.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unequivocal: the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the faster processor in every single measured workload. Users who prioritize multi-core performance for tasks like 3D rendering, video editing, or complex simulations will find the Intel chip’s 56.9% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 55.6% lead in integer math to be decisive. The Intel part’s 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with 33 MB of shared L3 cache, provide a substantial advantage in heavily parallel workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 does show a smaller gap in single-threaded tests, with only a 9% difference in Passmark single-thread performance. This indicates that the Zen 5 architecture is efficient per core, but it cannot overcome the Intel part’s higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD chip’s lower TDP of 28 watts, compared to Intel’s 55 watts, suggests it may fit into more power-constrained designs, but the recorded performance data does not show a scenario where it wins.

For users running multi-threaded applications, the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the clear choice based on the data. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, while competitive in single-threaded tasks, simply cannot match the Intel part’s raw throughput in multi-core scenarios. Given the 89th percentile ranking for Intel against the 79th for AMD, and the average benchmark score of 45953 versus 26936, the Intel chip is the superior performer across the board.