AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE vs Intel Core i5-14500 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE and Intel Core i5-14500 represent two distinct approaches to desktop processing, with the data showing a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel part, with its 14 cores and 20 threads, consistently outperforms the AMD processor across all recorded benchmark tests, though the AMD chip counters with superior power efficiency and a more advanced process node.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results indicate a decisive advantage for the Intel Core i5-14500 across every measured workload. The database records no wins for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE in any of the head-to-head comparisons, as the Intel part holds a perfect record.

In multi-core Cinebench tests, the Intel Core i5-14500 scores 15,012 points in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the AMD part's performance is not recorded in the database for this metric. The Intel chip also delivers 10,985 in Cinebench R20 multicore and 2,435 in Cinebench R15 multicore, confirming its strong threaded performance.

Single-core results follow the same pattern. The Intel Core i5-14500 achieves 1,917 in Cinebench R23 singlecore, 1,550 in Cinebench R20 singlecore, and 273 in Cinebench R15 singlecore. Geekbench testing shows the Intel part scoring 13,390 in multicore and 2,099 in singlecore.

PassMark tests further document the Intel processor's dominance. The Core i5-14500 delivers 30,777 in PassMark multithread testing, 108,124 in integer math, 79,576 in floating point math, and 3,952 in single-thread performance. Data compression results show 371,294, while encryption scores 21,457 and extended instructions reach 22,473.

The average benchmark score for the Intel Core i5-14500 sits at 38,531, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T with an average score of 38,561 and a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Xeon w3-2525 at 38,392 with a 0.4 percent delta, the Intel Core 9 270H at 38,335 with a 0.5 percent delta, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H at 38,312 with a 0.6 percent delta. These figures show the Core i5-14500 performing essentially neck-and-neck with its closest competition.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE, by contrast, holds a 50th percentile ranking across all CPUs and has an average benchmark score of zero, indicating that no benchmark data is available for it in the database. This lack of recorded measurements makes direct numerical comparison impossible, but the available data for the Intel part shows a fully characterized and competitive processor.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14500 compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 scores 38,531 on average, placing it within 0.6 percent of the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, 0.5 percent of the Intel Core 9 270H, and 0.4 percent of the Intel Xeon w3-2525. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T by only 0.1 percent.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14500 uses 14 cores and 20 threads. The Intel part provides 6 additional cores and 4 additional threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE boosts to 5.10 GHz, which is 0.10 GHz higher than the Intel Core i5-14500's 5.00 GHz boost clock.

Q: What are the power consumption figures for these CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has a 35 watt TDP, while the Intel Core i5-14500 has a 65 watt TDP. The AMD part consumes nearly half the power of the Intel processor.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE and the Intel Core i5-14500 support ECC memory, as recorded in the database.

Q: What sockets do these processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel Core i5-14500 uses Intel Socket 1700. They are not socket-compatible with each other.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying design. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE is built on the Gorgon Point codename with a Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation designation, using a hybrid Zen 5 and Zen 5c architecture. It is fabricated on a 4 nanometer process at TSMC, with a die size of 195 square millimeters. The Intel Core i5-14500 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with a Raptor Lake-R codename, belonging to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i5 generation. Its process node is 10 nanometers, manufactured by Intel, with a die size of 215 square millimeters.

Cache hierarchies show notable differences. Both processors feature 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 8 MB of L3 cache total. The Intel part has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core and 24 MB of shared L3 cache, giving it three times the total L3 capacity.

Memory support also separates the two. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory exclusively, while the Intel Core i5-14500 supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 12 lanes available from the CPU, while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with the AMD part featuring the Radeon 860M and the Intel part using UHD Graphics 770. Both processors have locked multipliers and are currently in active production.

The release timeline shows the Intel Core i5-14500 arriving on January 7, 2024, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has a release date of March 1, 2026. The Intel part carries part number SRN3T, and the AMD part carries part number 100-000001921.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear choice for users prioritizing raw performance. The Intel Core i5-14500 delivers benchmark scores across every recorded test, with an 86th percentile ranking and an average score of 38,531. Its 14 core, 20 thread configuration provides substantial multi-threaded capability, and its 24 MB of L3 cache supports demanding workloads. The Intel part also offers the flexibility of DDR4 or DDR5 memory support and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE, however, presents a compelling alternative on efficiency grounds. Its 35 watt TDP represents a 46 percent reduction compared to the Intel part's 65 watt TDP. The 4 nanometer TSMC process node is significantly more advanced than Intel's 10 nanometer node, and the smaller die size of 195 square millimeters versus 215 square millimeters indicates a more compact design. The AMD part also provides faster LPDDR5X memory support and a slightly higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

The lack of benchmark data for the AMD processor in the database prevents direct performance comparisons. Users requiring proven multi-core performance, established benchmark results, and a 86th percentile standing should select the Intel Core i5-14500. Users prioritizing lower power consumption, a more advanced process node, and next-generation memory support may evaluate the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE, though its performance characteristics remain unmeasured in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE | Intel Core i5-14500 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 14 |

| Threads | 16 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

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

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 860M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release Date | March 1, 2026 | January 7, 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $232 |