AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core i9-14900 across all 15 shared benchmark tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 does not register a single win in any head-to-head comparison. The most lopsided result comes from PassMark's find prime numbers test, where the Intel part scores 188 against the AMD's 56, a delta of -70.2%. This pattern of large multi-threaded deficits repeats throughout the suite.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i9-14900 posts 31,070 points versus 10,590 for the Ryzen AI 7 445, a -65.9% gap. The single-core R23 result is closer but still favors Intel: 2,212 versus 1,806, a -18.4% difference. Cinebench R15 shows a similar shape, with Intel leading 4,793 to 1,723 in multi-core (-64.1%) and 315 to 254 in single-core (-19.4%).

PassMark integer math heavily favors Intel, with 175,010 against 58,332, a -66.7% delta. Floating point math follows with 120,262 versus 39,362, a -67.3% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 33,540 versus 10,519, a -68.6% difference, while data compression lands at 550,271 versus 215,812, a -60.8% delta. Extended instructions see Intel at 30,624 against AMD's 15,826, a -48.3% difference, the narrowest multi-threaded margin in the set.

Random string sorting gives Intel 61,060 versus 23,488, a -61.5% delta. Physics simulation shows 2,486 against 976, a -60.7% gap. The multithread PassMark score is 44,578 for Intel versus 18,115 for AMD, a -59.4% delta. Single-thread PassMark shows the closest overall result: 4,323 versus 3,591, a -16.9% gap. The average benchmark score reinforces the divide: Intel sits at 58,115, while AMD lands at 26,936.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i9-14900 uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, on a 10 nm process at Intel. Its die size is 257 mm², a figure not recorded for the AMD part.

Core counts diverge sharply. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel provides 24 cores and 32 threads. Both list a base clock of 2.00 GHz, but boost clocks differ: AMD reaches 4.60 GHz, Intel reaches 5.80 GHz. Thermal design power also separates them, with AMD at 28 watts and Intel at 65 watts.

Cache hierarchies show structural differences. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. L2 is 1 MB per core on AMD versus 2 MB per core on Intel. L3 is 4 MB on AMD versus 36 MB shared on Intel. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but AMD also accepts LPDDR5X while Intel accepts DDR4. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD records 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth; Intel leaves that field unrecorded. Both support ECC memory.

The AMD part routes PCIe Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes. Intel routes PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses the Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. AMD targets the mobile segment on Socket FP8, while Intel targets desktop on Socket 1700. AMD's production status is active with a release date of January 4, 2026. Intel's release date is January 7, 2024, with a launch MSRP of $549. Neither CPU has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is straightforward from the data. Its largest advantages appear in multi-threaded workloads. Prime number finding, integer math, floating point math, encryption, and compression all show deltas between -60.8% and -70.2%. These tasks scale with the 24-core, 32-thread configuration and the 36 MB shared L3 cache. Rendering workloads, represented by Cinebench R23 multi-core, also fall firmly in Intel's column with a -65.9% delta.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 shows its best relative standing in single-threaded tests. PassMark single-thread closes to -16.9%, Cinebench R23 single-core to -18.4%, and Cinebench R15 single-core to -19.4%. These are the smallest gaps in the dataset. The 4.60 GHz boost clock on Zen 5 keeps the AMD part competitive in lightly threaded scenarios, though it still trails Intel's 5.80 GHz boost. Extended instructions produce a -48.3% delta, the smallest multi-threaded margin, suggesting the Zen 5 core handles certain instruction sets more efficiently relative to its core count.

For power-sensitive mobile use, the AMD part's 28-watt TDP against Intel's 65-watt TDP indicates a different design target, though the benchmark data does not include power efficiency measurements. The AMD part's mobile segment classification, LPDDR5X support, and Gen 4 PCIe lanes point to a thin-and-light laptop role. The Intel part's desktop segment, Gen 5 PCIe lanes, and larger cache point to a high-throughput desktop role.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i9-14900 outperforms the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 in every single recorded test. The average benchmark score of 58,115 for Intel versus 26,936 for AMD places the Intel part at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 79th percentile. The nearest rivals for Intel include the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M at -0.4%, the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D at -0.5%, and the Intel Xeon w5-2545 at -0.7%. The nearest rivals for AMD include the Intel Core i7-1370P at +0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U at +0.3%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G at -0.4%.

Users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput should select the Intel Core i9-14900. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, and 5.80 GHz boost clock deliver scores that lead by 60% or more in most parallel workloads. Users who prioritize single-thread responsiveness on a mobile platform should still choose Intel based on the data, but the AMD part's smaller deltas in single-core tests, combined with its 28-watt TDP and mobile socket, make it the only reasonable option for that form factor. The Intel part is a desktop processor on Socket 1700; the AMD part is a mobile processor on Socket FP8. The data shows no scenario where the AMD part wins, but the platform constraints may force the choice regardless.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 scores 31,070 versus 10,590 for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, a -65.9% delta in favor of Intel.

Q: How close are the two in single-thread performance?

A: The closest test is PassMark single-thread, where Intel scores 4,323 and AMD scores 3,591, a -16.9% delta. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 2,212 versus 1,806, a -18.4% gap.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i9-14900 supports DDR4, along with DDR5. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but not DDR4.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the Intel Core i9-14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 | Intel Core i9-14900 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

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

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $549 |

| Part Number | 100-000001935 | SRN3V |