AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 vs Intel Core i5-14400T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 and Intel Core i5-14400T serve fundamentally different market segments, so their benchmark wins align with their design goals. The AMD part is a mobile processor built around the Zen 5 architecture, while the Intel part is a desktop chip from the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. The database contains no recorded head-to-head benchmark results, so the wins must be inferred from the architectural and specification differences rather than direct measurements.

The Intel Core i5-14400T holds a clear advantage in platform connectivity. It supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 is limited to PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. This makes the Intel part the stronger choice for systems that rely on high-bandwidth peripherals such as modern GPUs or NVMe storage. Additionally, the Intel chip supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the AMD chip, which positions it for reliability-focused workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 wins on thread count and clock speed. It offers 12 cores and 24 threads compared to the Intel part's 10 cores and 16 threads. The AMD chip also boosts to 5.20 GHz versus the Intel chip's 4.50 GHz, and its base clock sits at 2.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz. These figures suggest the AMD part can sustain higher single-thread and multi-thread throughput in mobile form factors, though the Intel part compensates with a larger L3 cache and a higher TDP envelope.

For integrated graphics, the AMD chip uses the Radeon 890M, while the Intel chip uses UHD Graphics 730. The Radeon 890M is generally regarded as a more capable integrated solution, which gives the AMD chip an edge in lightweight graphics tasks or media playback without a discrete GPU. The Intel part, by contrast, relies on its desktop-oriented architecture and ECC support for server-adjacent duties.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply at the architectural level. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Gorgon Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation with a hybrid layout of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core i5-14400T uses the older Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-R, from the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 215 mm².

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD chip provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel chip also provides 80 KB of L1 per core but has a larger 1.25 MB L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives the Intel part a substantial L3 advantage that can benefit workloads with large working sets, while the AMD part's smaller L3 but newer core design may offset that with better per-clock efficiency.

Memory support also differs. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but the database records no memory bandwidth figure for it. The Intel chip includes ECC memory support, which the AMD chip lacks. The AMD chip's memory controller is tuned for mobile power efficiency, while the Intel chip's dual-standard support offers broader compatibility.

Socket and platform details reinforce the split. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, a mobile socket, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor, and the Intel part is classified as desktop. The AMD chip's production status is active, as is the Intel chip's, but their release dates differ: the AMD part entered the database with a release date of 2025-12-31, while the Intel part was released in 2024-01-07.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 and the Intel Core i5-14400T. The AMD chip has an empty benchmark list and a percentile rank of 50 among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of zero. The Intel chip, by contrast, has a full set of Cinebench and PassMark scores, a percentile rank of 79, and an average benchmark score of 27166.

Looking at the Intel chip's recorded scores gives a picture of its performance profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 17189 in multi-core and 2426 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7219 multi-core and 1018 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1732 multi-core and 244 single-core. PassMark results show 235636 in data compression, 13244 in data encryption, 14562 in extended instructions, 73 in prime number finding, 49139 in floating point math, 65667 in integer math, 20223 in multithread, 1244 in physics, 25181 in random string sorting, and 3512 in single-thread.

The Intel chip's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i9-9900K, which scores an average of 27097 with a delta of 0.3 percent, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G, which scores 27051 with a delta of 0.4 percent. It also sits close to the Intel Core i7-13700H at 27355 (delta -0.7 percent) and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G at 27382 (delta -0.8 percent). These deltas are all under one percent, indicating that the Intel chip performs essentially on par with those four processors in aggregate.

Because the AMD chip has no recorded benchmarks, the comparison cannot be quantified directly. The available data allows only a structural analysis: the AMD chip's higher core count, higher boost clock, newer process node, and larger memory bandwidth suggest it should outperform the Intel chip in multi-threaded and single-threaded mobile workloads, while the Intel chip's larger L3 cache, ECC support, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity give it advantages in desktop reliability and expansion.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split by use case. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 is the stronger choice for mobile computing where power efficiency and thread density matter. Its 12 cores, 24 threads, 5.20 GHz boost clock, and 4 nm process indicate a modern high-performance design that should excel in multi-threaded productivity and creative workloads on laptops. Its Radeon 890M integrated graphics also provide a more capable iGPU than the Intel part's UHD Graphics 730.

The Intel Core i5-14400T is the stronger choice for desktop systems that require platform flexibility and reliability features. Its PCIe Gen 5 support, ECC memory, and larger 20 MB L3 cache make it suitable for workstation-style builds or NAS applications where data integrity and expansion bandwidth are priorities. Its recorded benchmark scores place it in the 79th percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 27166, which is competitive with several older high-end desktop processors.

No benchmark data exists for the AMD chip, so any direct performance claim must be treated as speculative. The Intel chip's measured scores and percentile rank provide a concrete baseline, while the AMD chip's specifications suggest it should compete favorably in mobile contexts. Users who need ECC memory or PCIe Gen 5 should select the Intel chip. Users who prioritize core count, clock speed, and a modern mobile process should select the AMD chip.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 have a higher boost clock than the Intel Core i5-14400T?

A: Yes. The AMD chip boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel chip boosts to 4.50 GHz. The AMD chip also has a higher base clock at 2.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14400T supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 does not list ECC support in its specifications.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14400T has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i5-14400T has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 uses Radeon 890M graphics. The Intel Core i5-14400T uses UHD Graphics 730.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core i5-14400T?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core i5-14400T is $221. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 | Intel Core i5-14400T |

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

| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |

| Series | None | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 12 | 10 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

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

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | None recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-12-31 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $221 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001859 | SRN3N |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 79 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 0 | 27166 |