AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data splits cleanly between the two processors in the direct Cinebench comparisons. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 takes the multi-core tests, while the Intel Core i5-14401E dominates the single-core tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD part scores 2713 against the Intel part's 1830, a 48.3% advantage. That is the largest delta in the head-to-head set. The gap narrows considerably in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the AMD chip posts 18316 versus 18161, a 0.9% win. Both processors are close in that workload, but the AMD part still holds the edge.

Single-core results reverse the picture. The Intel Core i5-14401E scores 258 in Cinebench R15 single-core, beating the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450's 215 by 16.7%. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel extends the lead: 2564 versus 2038, a 20.5% advantage. The Intel part's higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz against the AMD part's 5.10 GHz does not translate into a single-core victory for AMD, so the architectural efficiency of the Intel Raptor Lake core appears to carry the day in lightly threaded tasks. The head-to-head tally is even at two wins each, but the magnitudes differ sharply. AMD's multi-core win in R15 is massive, while Intel's single-core wins are substantial but smaller in percentage terms.

Looking at the broader benchmark database, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 holds an average benchmark score of 39485, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14401E has an average score of 5253, sitting in the 60th percentile. That average score gap is enormous, but the comparison is not apples-to-apples because the AMD part has a much larger set of recorded PassMark tests (integer math, floating point math, encryption, compression, and others) that contribute to its average. The Intel part only has Cinebench entries in the database, so the average scores reflect different test suites. Still, the percentile ranking gives context: the AMD chip is positioned well above the Intel chip in the overall distribution of recorded CPU performance.

The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS at an average score of 39603 (0.3% lower than the Ryzen AI 7 450), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8845HS at 39325 (0.4% higher than the Ryzen AI 7 450), and the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D at 39768 (0.7% lower). The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 sits within a tight cluster of high-performing AMD parts. For the Intel Core i5-14401E, the nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5259 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5241 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5240 (0.2% higher). The Intel part also sits close to the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5210 (0.8% higher). Both processors are competitive within their own reference groups.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 wins in multi-threaded productivity workloads. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2713 is not just ahead of the Intel part; it is nearly 50% ahead. The Cinebench R23 multi-core result confirms the trend, albeit with a much smaller margin. The AMD part's 8 cores and 16 threads give it a structural advantage over the Intel part's 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD chip also delivers strong PassMark results in specific compute tasks: 88531 in integer math, 54447 in floating point math, 315906 in data compression, and 22400 in extended instructions. These scores indicate that the AMD part handles math-heavy and compression-heavy workloads well. The PassMark multi-thread score of 26350 and physics score of 1578 reinforce the multi-core strength. The AMD part's 28 W TDP, compared to the Intel part's 65 W TDP, suggests that the AMD chip achieves these results at a lower power envelope, though the database does not include direct power measurements.

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in single-threaded responsiveness and legacy compatibility. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2564 is 20.5% higher than the AMD part's 2038. The Cinebench R15 single-core result of 258 versus 215 confirms the pattern. The Intel part also has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz against the AMD part's 2.00 GHz, which likely contributes to its stronger single-core showing. The Intel chip's cache layout differs as well: it has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3, whereas the AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3. That larger L3 cache may help in workloads with repeated data access patterns. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving it flexibility across older and newer platforms, while the AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both support ECC memory, which matters for error-sensitive workloads.

For users prioritizing multi-core rendering, compression, or physics simulations, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is the stronger choice based on the recorded data. For users prioritizing single-core latency, such as lightly threaded applications or older software that scales poorly across cores, the Intel Core i5-14401E holds the advantage. The 87th percentile ranking of the AMD part versus the 60th percentile of the Intel part also suggests that the AMD chip is the more capable overall processor in the database's aggregate metrics, though the different test suites mean that comparison should be read with caution.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split: pick the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 for multi-threaded throughput, and pick the Intel Core i5-14401E for single-threaded performance. The AMD part wins Cinebench R23 multi-core by 0.9% and Cinebench R15 multi-core by 48.3%, while the Intel part wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 20.5% and Cinebench R15 single-core by 16.7%. The AMD part also carries an 87th percentile overall ranking, well above the Intel part's 60th percentile. The Intel part, however, is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP and a larger 20 MB L3 cache, which may suit certain workstation scenarios where single-core speed matters more than core count.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP8 with a 28 W TDP, a 4 nm process node from TSMC, and a 195 mm² die size. The Intel Core i5-14401E is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700 with a 65 W TDP, a 10 nm process node from Intel, and a 215 mm² die size. The AMD part uses Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, while the Intel part uses Raptor Lake with the Raptor Lake-R codename. The AMD part integrates Radeon 860M graphics, while the Intel part integrates UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel part supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

For a mobile workstation or a compact system where multi-core rendering and power efficiency are priorities, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is the data-backed choice. For a desktop build where single-core application performance is the bottleneck and DDR4 memory support is desirable, the Intel Core i5-14401E is the better fit. The database does not record a launch MSRP for either part, so pricing cannot be factored into this analysis.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the single-core benchmark results for each?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 2564 and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 2038. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel scores 258 and AMD scores 215.

Q: What are the multi-core benchmark results for each?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 scores 18316 and the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 18161. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD scores 2713 and Intel scores 1830.

Q: How do the overall percentile rankings compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core i5-14401E sits in the 60th percentile.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 and the Intel Core i5-14401E support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process node from TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core i5 generation from the Raptor Lake Refresh lineup. It is built on a 10 nm process node from Intel with a die size of 215 mm².

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger L3 cache is a notable advantage for workloads that benefit from a bigger shared pool, while the AMD part's smaller L3 is offset by its higher core count and thread count.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, and the database does not record a memory bandwidth figure for it. Both support ECC memory. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel part provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 pairs with Radeon 860M graphics, while the Intel Core i5-14401E pairs with UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel part has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The AMD part has a 28 W TDP, and the Intel part has a 65 W TDP. The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor, while the Intel part is classified as a desktop processor. Both are currently in active production. The AMD part released on 2026-01-04, and the Intel part released on 2024-06-30. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded in the database.