AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 features 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do the two chips compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 21,761 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 19.8% higher than the Intel Core i5-14401E's score of 18,161.

Q: Which processor wins in single-core Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E leads in Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 2,564, outperforming the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370's 2,018 by 21.3%.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has an average benchmark score of 37,904, while the Intel Core i5-14401E averages 5,253.

Q: What percentile ranking does each processor hold?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 ranks in the 86th percentile among all CPUs, whereas the Intel Core i5-14401E sits in the 60th percentile.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel processor also supports ECC memory, which the AMD chip does not.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Intel Core i5-14401E come from fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD's chip is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Strix Point codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Intel's processor uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, produced on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundries.

The core configurations diverge sharply. AMD packs 12 cores and 24 threads into its mobile-focused design, while Intel offers 6 cores and 12 threads for the desktop segment. This core count difference directly explains the multi-threaded performance gap observed in the benchmark data.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both processors allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but AMD provides 1 MB of L2 per core versus Intel's 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache arrangement is notably different: AMD uses 16 MB total, while Intel offers 20 MB shared. Intel's larger shared L3 pool may benefit certain workloads that rely on frequent data sharing across cores.

The process nodes represent a significant manufacturing gap. AMD's 4 nm TSMC process is considerably more advanced than Intel's 10 nm node, which contributes to the substantial difference in thermal design power: 28 watts for the AMD chip versus 65 watts for the Intel chip.

Memory support reveals another divide. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database records no bandwidth figure. Intel adds ECC memory support, a feature absent from the AMD processor.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count. AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also vary: AMD uses Radeon 890M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

The socket and market positioning reinforce the architectural split. AMD uses Socket FP8 aimed at mobile systems, while Intel uses Socket 1700 for desktop platforms. Die sizes measure 233 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. Both processors were released on the same date and remain in active production, with neither having an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The direct comparison tests cover four Cinebench workloads, and the results show a clear split between multi-core and single-core scenarios.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 delivers 3,409.5 points against Intel's 1,830. That is an 86.3% advantage, the largest margin in any recorded test. The 12-core AMD design overwhelms the 6-core Intel part in heavily threaded rendering work.

The Cinebench R23 multi-core test tells a similar story, though with a smaller gap. AMD scores 21,761 versus Intel's 18,161, a 19.8% lead. The R23 workload scales somewhat differently than R15, but the AMD processor still holds a decisive edge.

Single-core results flip the narrative. In Cinebench R15 single-core, AMD wins with 306.5 points against Intel's 258, an 18.8% margin. However, in Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel takes the win with 2,564 points versus AMD's 2,018, a 21.3% advantage. The database records this as a negative delta of -21.3% for the AMD chip.

Across the four head-to-head tests, AMD wins three and Intel wins one. The AMD victories come in both R15 tests and the R23 multi-core test, while Intel's sole victory is in R23 single-core.

When placed against the broader competitive field, the AMD processor's average benchmark score of 37,904 puts it in the 86th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14901E with a nearly identical score of 37,911, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X at 37,943, and the Intel Core 5 211E at 37,829. The deltas among these are minimal, ranging from -0.1% to 0.3%.

The Intel Core i5-14401E, with an average score of 5,253, sits in the 60th percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 at 5,259, the Intel Core i7-11700B at 5,241, the Intel Core i9-10850K at 5,240, and the Intel Core i5-13400T at 5,210. The deltas here range from -0.1% to 0.8%.

The percentile gap of 26 points between the two processors reflects the substantial average score difference. That said, the Intel chip's single-core Cinebench R23 result shows it retains a specific strength that the AMD chip cannot match.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field recorded in the database.

Cores and Threads: AMD has 12 cores and 24 threads. Intel has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Clock Speeds: AMD operates at a 2.00 GHz base clock with a 5.10 GHz boost. Intel runs at 2.50 GHz base with a 4.70 GHz boost.

Thermal Design Power: AMD is rated at 28 watts. Intel is rated at 65 watts.

Socket: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8. Intel uses Intel Socket 1700.

Architecture and Codename: AMD uses Zen 5 with the Strix Point codename. Intel uses Raptor Lake with the Raptor Lake-R codename.

Process Node and Foundry: AMD is on a 4 nm node at TSMC. Intel is on a 10 nm node at Intel.

Die Size: AMD measures 233 mm². Intel measures 215 mm².

Cache: AMD provides 1 MB L2 per core and 16 MB L3. Intel provides 1.25 MB L2 per core and 20 MB shared L3. Both have 80 KB L1 per core.

Memory Support: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with no recorded bandwidth figure.

ECC Memory: AMD does not support ECC. Intel supports ECC.

PCIe: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Integrated Graphics: AMD uses Radeon 890M. Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

Market Segment: AMD targets mobile. Intel targets desktop.

Part Number: AMD is 100-000000994. Intel is Q49JSRNJS.

The Verdict

The benchmark data paints a clear picture of two processors designed for different roles with different priorities.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 dominates multi-threaded workloads. Its 12 cores and 24 threads produce an 86.3% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core and a 19.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The 86th percentile ranking and average score of 37,904 place it among the top tier of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals, the Core i9-14901E and Ryzen 7 9700X, sit within a fraction of a percent, confirming the AMD chip performs at a high-end level despite its mobile orientation.

The Intel Core i5-14401E offers a different value: single-core strength. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,564 beats the AMD chip by 21.3%, a meaningful margin for lightly threaded applications. The 60th percentile ranking and average score of 5,253 place it in the mid-range, but the single-core result shows it competes favorably in that specific metric.

The thermal and platform differences reinforce the intended use cases. AMD's 28-watt TDP suits thin-and-light mobile systems, while Intel's 65-watt TDP targets desktop builds. Intel's ECC memory support and Gen 5 PCIe may appeal to workstation-oriented desktop users, while AMD's LPDDR5X support and higher memory bandwidth serve mobile efficiency.

From the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the stronger all-around processor for multi-threaded performance and overall benchmark standing. The Intel Core i5-14401E is the pick when single-core Cinebench R23 performance matters most and the desktop platform with ECC support is a requirement. The three-to-one win margin in head-to-head tests favors AMD, but the single Intel victory is decisive in its own right.