AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i9-14900 wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 never taking a single test. The margins, however, vary widely by workload, which reveals where each chip is competitive and where it falls decisively behind.

The largest gap appears in floating-point math. The Intel part scores 120262 in PassMark floating point math versus 62802 for the AMD, a 47.8% advantage. This is a core-heavy workload that scales with raw compute throughput, and the i9-14900's larger core count dominates. Integer math tells a similar story: 175010 versus 101831, a 41.8% difference. Data encryption shows a 45.4% gap (33540 versus 18297), and data compression is 35.6% ahead (550271 versus 354510). These are all multithreaded tasks where the Intel chip's 24 cores and 32 threads simply outmuscle the AMD's 10 cores and 20 threads.

Cinebench results follow the same pattern. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel scores 31070 against 18698 for the AMD, a 39.8% lead. Cinebench R15 multicore shows a 40.7% margin (4793 versus 2842). Geekbench multicore is closer at 25.6% (18495 versus 13760), but still firmly in Intel's favor. PassMark multithread shows 44578 versus 29467, a 33.9% gap, while PassMark physics is 31.5% apart (2486 versus 1704).

Single-threaded results are much tighter, though the Intel still wins every time. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2212 versus 1992, a 9.9% margin. Geekbench single-core is 2488 versus 2253, a 9.4% gap. Cinebench R15 single-core is only 3.8% apart (315 versus 303). PassMark single-thread shows 4323 versus 3841, an 11.1% difference. The AMD's Zen 5 architecture is clearly competitive per-core, but the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.80 GHz versus 5.00 GHz gives it the edge in lightly threaded work.

The narrowest margin in the entire dataset is Cinebench R15 single-core at 3.8%, which suggests that in very short, single-threaded bursts, the two processors are nearly equivalent. The widest margin is floating-point math at 47.8%, indicating that sustained heavy compute is where the Intel chip pulls away most dramatically.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². It is part of the Ryzen AI 300 generation, codenamed Strix Point, and uses a hybrid arrangement of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core i9-14900 uses Raptor Lake architecture on Intel's 10 nm process, with a die size of 257 mm². It belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, codenamed Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation.

The AMD chip is designed for mobile platforms, using the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip targets desktops with Intel Socket 1700. This explains the power difference: the AMD has a 28 W TDP, the Intel has a 65 W TDP. The Intel part draws more than double the power budget, which is a direct consequence of its larger core count and higher boost clock.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core for the AMD versus 2 MB per core for the Intel. The L3 cache is the bigger divergence: the AMD has 16 MB total, while the Intel has 36 MB shared. This larger L3 cache benefits the Intel chip in workloads with large working sets, though the benchmark data does not isolate cache-dependent tasks specifically.

Memory support also differs. The AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 over dual-channel memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. The AMD does not support ECC memory; the Intel does. PCIe connectivity is another split: the AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD uses the Radeon 880M, while the Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. No benchmark scores for these iGPUs are recorded, so performance comparison is not possible from the data. The AMD has a production status of Active and a release date of 2024-06-30, while the Intel has a production status of Active and a release date of 2024-01-07.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel part offers 14 more cores and 12 more threads.

Q: What is the difference in single-thread performance?

A: The Intel wins every single-threaded test. The margins range from 3.8% in Cinebench R15 single-core (315 versus 303) to 11.1% in PassMark single-thread (4323 versus 3841). Geekbench single-core is 9.4% apart (2488 versus 2253).

Q: How do the two compare in multithreaded workloads?

A: The Intel dominates all multithreaded tests. Cinebench R23 multicore shows a 39.8% lead (31070 versus 18698), Geekbench multicore is 25.6% ahead (18495 versus 13760), and PassMark multithread shows 44578 versus 29467, a 33.9% margin.

Q: What are the power specifications for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core i9-14900 has a TDP of 65 W. The Intel part uses more than twice the power budget of the AMD.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core i9-14900 supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i9-14900 has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel has 20 MB more L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the fields where the two processors differ according to the recorded data.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | Intel Core i9-14900 |

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

| Cores | 10 | 24 |

| Threads | 20 | 32 |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Strix Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

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

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

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 880M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $549 |

| Part Number | 100-000001530 | SRN3V |

Base clock is identical at 2.00 GHz for both. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. Both use dual-channel memory buses. Both have a multiplier that is not unlocked. Both have a production status of Active. The Intel has a series designation of Core 14th Gen, while the AMD has no series listed.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 wins all 17 recorded benchmarks, so the use-case split is not about workload categories where the AMD takes the lead. Instead, the split comes from platform and efficiency considerations that the benchmark scores do not capture directly.

The Intel chip is the clear choice for desktop builds where maximum multithreaded throughput is the priority. Its 24 cores and 32 threads, combined with a 5.80 GHz boost clock, produce a 47.8% lead in floating-point math and a 39.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore. Any task that scales with core count, such as rendering, video encoding, or heavy simulation, will favor the Intel part. The 65 W TDP is a consideration, but on a desktop platform with adequate cooling, that power budget is manageable. The Intel also supports ECC memory, which matters for workstation reliability, and its PCIe Gen 5 interface offers newer connectivity standards.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins no benchmark tests, but its 28 W TDP and mobile Socket FP8 make it the appropriate choice for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency and thermal limits are the binding constraints. The 4 nm TSMC process and Zen 5 architecture deliver competitive single-threaded performance, with the smallest gap being just 3.8% in Cinebench R15 single-core. For a mobile part, the AMD's 10 cores and 20 threads are sufficient for everyday productivity and moderate multithreaded work, while the integrated Radeon 880M provides graphics capability without a discrete GPU. The LPDDR5X memory support is also suited to mobile designs.

The AMD part's 233 mm² die size versus the Intel's 257 mm² suggests a more compact silicon footprint, though this is not a direct performance metric. The AMD's dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth is recorded, while the Intel's memory bandwidth is not in the database, so no comparison is possible there.

The Verdict

The data shows a decisive performance advantage for the Intel Core i9-14900. It wins every benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, with margins ranging from 3.8% to 47.8%. The average benchmark score for the Intel is 58115 versus 40048 for the AMD, a difference of roughly 45%. The Intel also sits at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD sits at the 87th percentile.

The Intel is the correct choice for users building a desktop system where multithreaded performance is the primary metric. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 5.80 GHz boost clock deliver the highest recorded scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark suites. The 65 W TDP requires appropriate cooling, but the performance return is substantial. The Intel also offers ECC memory support and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, which are meaningful for workstation and professional use cases. The launch MSRP is $549, though the database does not record a launch MSRP for the AMD.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is the right processor for mobile platforms where the 28 W TDP is a hard limit. It never wins a benchmark, but its single-threaded scores are within 3.8% to 11.1% of the Intel, which is respectable given the massive power difference. The Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process delivers strong per-core efficiency, and the 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth supports LPDDR5X memory commonly used in laptops. For users who prioritize battery life and low heat output over maximum compute, the AMD part is the sensible fit.

The choice is not about which chip is faster; the Intel is faster in every measured test. The choice is about platform: desktop users needing maximum throughput should select the Intel, while mobile users constrained by power should select the AMD. The recorded data does not support any other conclusion.