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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data available for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G and the Intel Core i5-14401E comes from different test suites, which makes direct score-to-score comparison impossible. The AMD part is measured with PassMark workloads, while the Intel part is measured with Cinebench R15, R20, and R23. However, the aggregate results and percentile rankings provide a clear picture of where each processor stands.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G holds a 93rd percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 63,331. The Intel Core i5-14401E sits at the 60th percentile, with an average benchmark score of 5,253. That percentile gap is massive: the AMD part outperforms roughly 33 percent more of the CPU population than the Intel part does. The average score difference is not directly comparable because the underlying tests differ, but the percentile field confirms that the AMD processor is positioned far higher in the overall performance distribution.

Looking at the AMD part’s nearest rivals, it sits within a narrow band of competitors. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX averages 63,173, which is 0.2 percent behind the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G. The Intel Core i7-13790F averages 63,080, 0.4 percent behind. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 averages 63,765, which is 0.7 percent ahead. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 averages 62,839, 0.8 percent behind. This clustering indicates that the Ryzen AI 7 450G is not a runaway leader among its closest peers, but it is competitive within a tight margin of roughly one percent in either direction.

The Intel Core i5-14401E’s nearest rivals tell a different story. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 averages 5,259, which is 0.1 percent ahead. The Intel Core i7-11700B averages 5,241, 0.2 percent behind. The Intel Core i9-10850K averages 5,240, 0.2 percent behind. The Intel Core i5-13400T averages 5,210, 0.8 percent behind. The Intel part is essentially level with these older and lower-tier processors, none of which approach the performance class of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G’s rivals.

The AMD part’s PassMark results show strength in specific workloads. In integer math, it scores 99,732. In floating point math, it scores 63,683. Extended instructions score 28,223. Data encryption scores 18,937. Data compression scores 402,831. Random string sorting scores 42,663. Single-thread performance is recorded at 4,309 in both the single_thread and singlethread entries. Multithread performance scores 30,422. Physics scores 1,440. Prime number finding scores 87.

The Intel part’s Cinebench results are more limited in scope. Cinebench R15 multicore scores 1,830, and singlecore scores 258. Cinebench R20 multicore scores 7,627, and singlecore scores 1,076. Cinebench R23 multicore scores 18,161, and singlecore scores 2,564. These numbers show a processor with moderate multithreaded capability, but the single-core scores suggest a part that is not designed for peak single-thread workloads compared to the AMD part’s 4,309 PassMark single-thread result.

The data does not include any head-to-head benchmark entries, and the win counts are zero for both sides. That means no direct workload comparison exists in the database. The analysis must rely on the separate benchmark suites and the percentile rankings, which clearly favor the AMD part.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G wins in overall positioning. Its 93rd percentile rank places it among the top seven percent of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core i5-14401E, at the 60th percentile, is squarely in the middle of the distribution. For any workload that scales with multithreaded throughput, the AMD part’s 8 cores and 16 threads outnumber the Intel part’s 6 cores and 12 threads. The PassMark multithread score of 30,422, combined with the high integer and floating point scores, indicates strong parallel processing capability.

The AMD part also wins on memory bandwidth. It supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database lists no memory bandwidth figure for it. The AMD part’s integrated Radeon 860M graphics is substantially more capable than the Intel part’s UHD Graphics 730, though the database does not provide specific graphics benchmarks. For desktop systems that rely on integrated graphics, the AMD part is the clear choice based on the GPU tier alone.

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in certain structural areas. It has a larger L3 cache: 20 MB shared, compared to the AMD part’s 8 MB. It also has a higher L2 cache per core: 1.25 MB per core versus 1 MB per core. The Intel part’s PCIe implementation is newer and wider: Gen 5 with 16 lanes, compared to the AMD part’s Gen 4 with 12 lanes. For systems that require high-bandwidth PCIe devices, such as storage or accelerators, the Intel part offers more headroom.

The Intel part also has a higher base clock: 2.50 GHz versus 2.00 GHz. However, the AMD part has a higher boost clock: 5.10 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. The AMD part’s boost advantage of 0.40 GHz matters more for bursty single-thread workloads, while the Intel part’s base clock advantage matters for sustained low-load operation. The Intel part is also locked (multiplierUnlocked is false), while the AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, which allows overclocking if the platform supports it.

For production workloads that use Cinebench as a reference, the Intel part’s R23 multicore score of 18,161 and singlecore score of 2,564 are the only data points. Without a Cinebench score for the AMD part, direct comparison in that specific renderer is impossible. But the PassMark suite, which covers a broader range of operations, shows the AMD part dominating in every recorded metric that has a comparable Intel counterpart, even accounting for the different test methodologies.

The Intel part’s only clear advantage in benchmark terms is its position among its nearest rivals, where it is nearly tied with several older high-core-count Xeon and Core i9 parts. That suggests it is a competent mid-range desktop processor, but it does not reach the performance tier that the AMD part occupies.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher overall benchmark ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G ranks at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14401E ranks at the 60th percentile.

Q: How do the core and thread counts differ?

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

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14401E has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has 8 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core i5-14401E supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth figure in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-14401E has no memory bandwidth figure listed.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-14401E does not.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G and Intel Core i5-14401E differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD part uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part uses 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

The cache layouts are different. 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 sockets are incompatible. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

The process nodes differ. The AMD part is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel part is built on a 10 nm process by Intel.

The PCIe support differs. The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes. The Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 860M. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730.

The memory support differs. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both are dual-channel, but only the AMD part has a memory bandwidth figure in the database: 89.6 GB/s.

The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part is locked.

The release dates differ. The AMD part was released on 2026-02-28. The Intel part was released on 2024-06-30.

The part numbers are different: 100-000001917 for the AMD part, Q49JSRNJS for the Intel part.

Both processors support ECC memory. Both are marked as Active in production status. Both target the desktop market segment.

The die sizes differ. The AMD part measures 195 mm². The Intel part measures 215 mm².

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is based on the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i5-14401E is based on the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series with Raptor Lake architecture and the Raptor Lake Refresh generation.

The manufacturing approaches are fundamentally different. The AMD part uses a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process at Intel. The smaller process node allows the AMD part to pack 8 cores into a 195 mm² die, while the Intel part uses a larger 215 mm² die for only 6 cores. The AMD part’s hybrid core arrangement, with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, suggests a design that balances high-performance cores with efficiency-oriented cores, though the database does not specify which cores are which or their individual clock speeds.

The Intel part uses a monolithic Raptor Lake design with 6 cores and 12 threads, all running on the same architecture. Its larger L3 cache of 20 MB shared, compared to the AMD part’s 8 MB, indicates a design that relies on larger on-die caching to mitigate memory latency. The AMD part compensates with higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s) and support for LPDDR5X, which is a low-power memory standard typically found in mobile or compact desktop systems.

The integrated graphics architectures are separate. The AMD part uses the Radeon 860M, which is part of AMD’s RDNA-based integrated GPU lineup, though the database does not specify the compute unit count or clock speed. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, which is based on Intel’s Xe architecture, though again the database provides no detailed specifications.

The PCIe generations reflect different platform strategies. The AMD part uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes, which is adequate for mainstream GPUs and NVMe storage. The Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which provides higher per-lane bandwidth and more total lanes for expansion. The database does not include a memory bandwidth figure for the Intel part, so direct comparison of memory throughput is not possible beyond the AMD part’s 89.6 GB/s.

The memory controllers differ in supported types. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, skipping DDR4 entirely. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, which gives it flexibility for older or more cost-sensitive platforms. The AMD part’s inclusion of LPDDR5X suggests a design that can be used in compact or low-power desktop form factors, while the Intel part’s DDR4 support suggests compatibility with a wider range of existing motherboards.

The release timelines are two years apart. The Intel part launched in mid-2024, while the AMD part launched in early 2026. The AMD part’s later release means it benefits from a newer process node and newer core architecture, which is reflected in its far higher benchmark percentile.

Both processors support ECC memory, which makes them viable for entry-level workstation or server use, though neither is marketed specifically for that segment. The AMD part’s unlocked multiplier gives it overclocking headroom, while the Intel part is locked, which limits enthusiast tuning.

The production status for both is Active, meaning both are currently available in the market. The database does not list transistor counts for either part, so a direct transistor density comparison is not possible. The die size difference, 195 mm² versus 215 mm², combined with the process node difference, indicates that the AMD part achieves higher core density on a smaller die.