AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 vs Intel Core i7-14700T

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data splits these two processors into distinct performance profiles. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 takes 10 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i7-14700T wins 5. The margin of victory matters more than the raw count, however, and the results show a clear pattern: AMD dominates in most compute-heavy workloads, while Intel holds a decisive edge in single-threaded and lightly threaded tasks.

The largest win for AMD comes in PassMark extended instructions, where the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 scores 34,365 against Intel's 20,052, a 71.4% advantage. This is the single biggest gap in the entire comparison. Data compression also favors AMD heavily, with a score of 484,584 versus 354,216, a 36.8% lead. Random string sorting goes AMD's way by 33.8% (51,576 vs 38,546), and Cinebench R15 multi-core shows AMD ahead by 34.4% (3,518 vs 2,618). PassMark multi-threaded performance gives AMD a 21.1% edge (37,010 vs 30,571), and integer math follows at 14.3% (130,171 vs 113,854). Data encryption adds another AMD win at 11.6% (23,746 vs 21,277), while floating-point math is nearly a tie but still goes AMD's way at 2.9% (81,320 vs 79,042).

Intel's wins are concentrated in single-core and lightly threaded tests. The largest is Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel scores 3,667 against AMD's 2,066, a 43.7% lead. Cinebench R15 single-core also goes to Intel by 14.1% (369 vs 317). In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel manages a 9.6% win (25,980 vs 23,491.5), which is notable given AMD's large R15 multi-core victory. PassMark find prime numbers goes Intel's way by 13.8% (145 vs 125), and PassMark physics gives Intel a smaller 4.9% edge (1,946 vs 1,851). The single-threaded PassMark test is the one exception to Intel's single-core dominance: AMD wins that one by 5.6% (4,124 vs 3,905), a result that appears twice in the data with identical scores.

The average benchmark scores reflect the overall split. AMD's average is 58,826, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, while Intel's average is 41,914, which lands in the 88th percentile. AMD's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 9645 at 58,916 (0.2% higher), the Intel Xeon w5-2545 at 58,504 (0.5% lower), and the AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D at 58,386 (0.8% lower). Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS at 41,963 (0.1% higher) and the Intel Core i7-12850HX at 41,779 (0.3% lower).

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from fundamentally different design schools. AMD uses a Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, with the codename Gorgon Point and a die size of 233 mm². Intel uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process, with the codename Raptor Lake-R and a die size of 257 mm². The manufacturing process difference is substantial: AMD's 4 nm node is significantly smaller than Intel's 10 nm node, which reflects in the power and density characteristics of the two designs.

Core counts differ sharply. AMD provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel provides 20 cores and 28 threads. Intel has more physical cores and more threads, yet AMD still wins most multi-threaded benchmarks, which points to a major per-core efficiency advantage for Zen 5. Cache layouts also diverge. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core, but AMD allocates 1 MB of L2 per core versus Intel's 2 MB per core. The L3 cache tells a different story: AMD has 16 MB total, while Intel has 33 MB shared. Intel's larger L3 pool helps in certain workloads, but AMD's smaller, faster-per-core design appears to compensate elsewhere.

Memory support separates the two as well. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. AMD does not support ECC memory, while Intel does. PCIe generations also differ: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ: AMD includes Radeon 890M, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. The sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket FP8, Intel uses Socket 1700. Power envelopes differ too, with AMD rated at 28 W TDP and Intel at 35 W TDP. The release dates show Intel shipped earlier, in January 2024, while AMD's release date is recorded as December 2025.

Where Each One Wins

AMD's strengths are in throughput-oriented tasks. The extended instructions result (71.4% ahead) suggests heavy SIMD or specialized instruction workloads run far better on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470. Data compression and random string sorting, both common in file archival, database operations, and data processing pipelines, are clearly AMD territory with leads of 36.8% and 33.8% respectively. Integer math and encryption workloads also favor AMD, making it the stronger choice for general productivity, development builds, and security-related processing. The multi-threaded PassMark score and Cinebench R15 multi-core result reinforce this: AMD handles parallel workloads with fewer cores, which indicates excellent scaling efficiency.

Intel's wins are in single-threaded responsiveness and specific lightly threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 single-core lead of 43.7% is massive, meaning applications that rely on one core, such as some legacy software, certain CAD tools, and many interactive workloads, will feel snappier on the Intel chip. Cinebench R23 multi-core also goes Intel's way, despite AMD winning R15 multi-core, which suggests Intel's larger core count can pay off in sustained all-core rendering workloads under certain test conditions. Prime number finding and physics simulations both favor Intel, so scientific computing with sequential prime sieving or physics engines may prefer the Intel part.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split based on workload type. For users who run heavily threaded, compute-intensive applications: rendering, compression, encryption, sorting, and SIMD-heavy code, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 is the stronger processor. It wins 10 of 15 tests, including the most lopsided margin in the entire comparison (71.4% in extended instructions), and it does so with a 28 W TDP versus Intel's 35 W TDP. The 12-core, 24-thread Zen 5 design delivers higher multi-threaded throughput than a 20-core, 28-thread Raptor Lake chip in most recorded tests, which indicates superior per-core efficiency and core utilization.

For users who prioritize single-threaded performance, the Intel Core i7-14700T is the better fit. Its 43.7% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core is the defining metric of this comparison. Anyone running single-threaded legacy applications, certain simulation tools, or workloads that scale poorly across cores will see a tangible benefit from Intel. The Intel chip also wins Cinebench R23 multi-core, despite losing R15 multi-core, which makes it a more balanced option for mixed workloads that include both single-threaded responsiveness and some parallel rendering.

The average benchmark scores settle the overall ranking: AMD sits at 58,826 (92nd percentile) versus Intel's 41,914 (88th percentile). The Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 is the higher-performing processor in aggregate. The Intel Core i7-14700T is not far behind in percentile terms, but its average score is roughly 29% lower, and its wins are concentrated in a narrower set of tests. The verdict is straightforward: choose AMD for throughput and parallel compute, choose Intel for single-threaded speed and broader core count in specific workloads.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 wins 10 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i7-14700T wins 5.

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: PassMark extended instructions shows the largest gap, with AMD scoring 34,365 against Intel's 20,052, a 71.4% advantage for AMD.

Q: Does the Intel chip win any single-threaded tests?

A: Yes. Intel wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 43.7% (3,667 vs 2,066) and Cinebench R15 single-core by 14.1% (369 vs 317). However, AMD wins PassMark single-thread by 5.6% (4,124 vs 3,905).

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: AMD is rated at 28 W TDP, while Intel is rated at 35 W TDP.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, but no bandwidth figure is recorded. Intel also supports ECC memory, while AMD does not.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 | Intel Core i7-14700T |

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

| Cores | 12 | 20 |

| Threads | 24 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 33 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 | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | December 2025 | January 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |