AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data positions these two processors for distinctly different workloads and physical environments. The Intel Core i9-14900 wins 16 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons, with decisive margins in multi-threaded and single-threaded tests. Its average benchmark score of 58115 places it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 averages 37904, sitting in the 86th percentile.

The single AMD victory comes in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 31653 versus the Intel's 30624, a 3.4% advantage. This narrow win indicates the AMD architecture handles specialized instruction sets with slightly better efficiency, though the overall performance picture remains firmly with Intel.

Given the recorded data, the Intel Core i9-14900 is the choice for users prioritizing raw compute throughput in desktop systems with adequate cooling and power delivery, as reflected by its 65 W TDP. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, with a 28 W TDP and mobile socket, targets thin-and-light laptops where thermal constraints dominate. Its 12 cores and 24 threads deliver competitive per-watt performance, but the data shows it cannot match the Intel part's absolute scores.

The database shows the Intel processor leads in every Cinebench and Geekbench test, with the largest gap in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 31070 versus 21761, a 30% difference. For users who need maximum rendering, compilation, or scientific compute capability, the Intel part is the clear pick. For those who need capable processing in a portable chassis, the AMD part uses its lower power envelope and integrated Radeon 890M graphics to serve that role, though the data does not quantify graphics performance.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 uses a Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename, built on TSMC's 4 nm process with a 233 mm² die size. It combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores in its Ryzen AI 300 generation, totaling 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i9-14900 uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die size. It belongs to the Core 14th Gen series with 24 cores and 32 threads.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD part provides 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part also provides 80 KB L1 per core but doubles L2 to 2 MB per core and offers 36 MB of shared L3 cache. This larger cache hierarchy likely contributes to the Intel part's lead in data-heavy workloads, though the database does not isolate cache effects from core-count effects.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, though the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. The AMD part lacks ECC memory support, while the Intel part includes it, a relevant factor for reliability-focused builds.

PCIe generation differs: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with AMD featuring the Radeon 890M and Intel featuring UHD Graphics 770. The physical sockets reflect their intended markets: AMD uses Socket FP8 for mobile, Intel uses Socket 1700 for desktop.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows Intel dominance across nearly every metric. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 4793 against AMD's 3409.5, a 28.9% lead. Single-core R15 shows a narrower gap: Intel scores 315, AMD scores 306.5, a 2.7% difference. Cinebench R23 multi-core repeats the pattern with Intel at 31070 versus 21761, a 30% gap, while R23 single-core shows 2212 versus 2018, an 8.8% gap.

Geekbench results follow the same trend. Multi-core sees Intel at 18495 against 15242, a 17.6% lead. Single-core shows 2488 versus 2407, a 3.3% difference. These single-threaded margins, while smaller, still favor Intel consistently, indicating the Raptor Lake architecture holds a per-core advantage over Zen 5 in the recorded measurements.

PassMark tests reveal the widest gaps. Floating point math shows Intel at 120262 versus 76892, a 36.1% lead, the largest delta in the dataset. Data encryption shows Intel at 33540 versus 22252, a 33.7% lead. Prime number finding shows Intel at 188 versus 126, a 33% lead. Integer math reveals Intel at 175010 versus 122933, a 29.8% gap. Data compression gives Intel 550271 against 445719, a 19% lead.

The remaining PassMark tests all favor Intel. Multithread scores 44578 versus 35148, a 21.2% gap. Physics scores 2486 versus 1881, a 24.3% gap. Random string sorting scores 61060 versus 48723, a 20.2% gap. Single-thread scores show 4323 versus 3973, an 8.1% delta. The sole AMD win appears in extended instructions, where AMD scores 31653 against Intel's 30624, a 3.4% lead. This single positive delta does not offset the overall pattern.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several recorded fields. Core count: AMD has 12, Intel has 24. Thread count: AMD has 24, Intel has 32. Boost clock: AMD reaches 5.10 GHz, Intel reaches 5.80 GHz. Base clock is identical at 2.00 GHz. TDP: AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 65 W. Socket: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700.

Process node: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm from its own foundry. Die size: AMD measures 233 mm², Intel measures 257 mm². L2 cache per core: AMD provides 1 MB, Intel provides 2 MB. L3 cache: AMD has 16 MB, Intel has 36 MB shared. Memory support: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD records 89.6 GB/s, Intel has no recorded figure. ECC: AMD does not support it, Intel does. PCIe: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD has Radeon 890M, Intel has UHD Graphics 770. Market segment: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Release date: AMD launched June 30, 2024, Intel launched January 7, 2024. Intel has a launch MSRP of $549, AMD has no recorded MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 averages 58115, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 averages 37904.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: Intel scores 31070 versus AMD's 21761, a 30% difference favoring Intel.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any head-to-head tests?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins PassMark extended instructions with a score of 31653 versus Intel's 30624, a 3.4% margin.

Q: What are the power consumption ratings?

A: The AMD chip is rated at 28 W TDP, while the Intel chip is rated at 65 W TDP.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 supports ECC memory; the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 does not.

Q: What are the core and thread counts?

A: The AMD chip has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel chip has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 wins in every workload category except one based on the recorded benchmarks. Its largest advantages appear in floating point math, where it leads by 36.1%, data encryption with a 33.7% gap, and prime number finding with a 33% margin. These results point toward scientific computing, financial modeling, and encryption-heavy server tasks as strong use cases. The 30% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core positions it for video rendering, 3D animation, and batch compilation workloads. The 17.6% Geekbench multi-core lead reinforces its suitability for general productivity with many parallel threads.

The Intel part also wins the single-threaded tests, though by smaller margins: 8.8% in Cinebench R23, 3.3% in Geekbench, and 8.1% in PassMark single-thread. This makes it the better choice for lightly threaded applications like older games or single-threaded scripts, despite the narrower deltas. The 65 W TDP and desktop socket indicate it requires a platform with more substantial cooling, which the data does not quantify but the physical design implies.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins only extended instructions, scoring 3.4% higher than Intel. This suggests an advantage in workloads that use specialized SIMD or cryptographic instruction sets, though the database does not specify which instructions. Its 28 W TDP and mobile socket make it the logical pick for laptops and compact systems where power draw is the limiting factor. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration still delivers substantial multi-threaded performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 score of 21761, which trails Intel but remains competitive for a mobile part.

For users who prioritize maximum absolute performance regardless of power, the Intel Core i9-14900 wins on 16 of 17 measured tests and carries a 92nd percentile ranking. For users who prioritize energy efficiency and portability, the AMD part operates at less than half the TDP (28 W versus 65 W) while still offering a capable 12-core configuration, and its single extended instructions win shows a specific niche where it leads. The data does not include battery life, thermal, or graphics benchmarks, so those factors remain outside this analysis.