AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data presents a striking split between the two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 wins 11 of the 15 recorded comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-14490F takes only 4. Yet the Intel chip claims the two most prominent multi-core rendering victories, which complicates a simple winner narrative.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-14490F scores 23,000 against the AMD's 18,520, a 19.5% advantage. This is the largest single delta in the entire comparison, and it flips the expected script given the AMD part's higher core count. The story repeats in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel leads 3,247 to 1,992, a 38.7% gap. That is the most decisive margin in any test, and it indicates a substantial per-thread performance advantage for the Intel design.

However, the AMD processor dominates the Passmark suite. In integer math, it scores 120,016 versus 87,844, a 36.6% win. Data compression shows a similar pattern: 403,113 against 340,026, an 18.6% edge. Extended instructions favor AMD by 29.6% (28,165 vs. 21,731), and random string sorting goes to AMD by 22.9% (43,767 vs. 35,608). Floating point math also favors AMD at 73,493 versus 66,558, a 10.4% margin.

The Cinebench R15 multi-core test breaks the mold. Here AMD wins decisively, scoring 3,178 versus Intel's 2,318, a 37.1% advantage. That result sits in direct opposition to the R23 multi-core outcome, which suggests the two chips respond very differently to workload scaling. In R15 single-core, Intel takes a narrow 5.5% lead (327 vs. 309), while in R23 single-core that same Intel advantage expands to 38.7%. The discrepancy between the two single-core Cinebench results is puzzling and warrants attention: the R15 gap is small, but the R23 gap is enormous.

Passmark single-thread data shows AMD ahead by 3.4% (4,003 vs. 3,873), which contradicts the Cinebench single-core results entirely. The database records both "passmark_single_thread" and "passmark_singlethread" with identical values, confirming this is not a data entry anomaly. AMD also wins Passmark multi-thread with 33,349 versus 28,662, a 16.4% margin.

Data encryption goes to AMD by 14.1% (20,788 vs. 18,225), and prime number finding favors AMD by 7.4% (131 vs. 122). The only other Intel win is Passmark physics, where Intel scores 2,093 against AMD's 1,892, a 9.6% advantage.

The average benchmark score tells a coherent story: AMD's average is 50,448 versus Intel's 38,149, a substantial overall lead. AMD sits at the 90th percentile among all CPUs, while Intel rests at the 86th. In the nearest rivals data, AMD's closest competitor is the Intel Core i9-13980HX at 50,398, a 0.1% delta, placing AMD essentially at parity with that high-end mobile part. Intel's closest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T at 38,194, a 0.1% delta, which puts the i5-14490F in the same performance class as that mid-range chip.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 wins 11 of the 15 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core i5-14490F wins 4.

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

A: The largest margin is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel leads by 38.7% (3,247 vs. 1,992). The second largest is Cinebench R15 multi-core, where AMD leads by 37.1% (3,178 vs. 2,318).

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

A: Intel wins this test with a score of 23,000 versus AMD's 18,520, a 19.5% advantage. This is Intel's best multi-core showing in the entire comparison.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any Cinebench multi-core test?

A: Yes. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD scores 3,178 versus Intel's 2,318, a 37.1% win. The two multi-core Cinebench results point in opposite directions.

Q: What does the Passmark single-thread test show?

A: AMD wins Passmark single-thread with 4,003 versus Intel's 3,873, a 3.4% margin. This contradicts the Cinebench single-core results, where Intel leads by 5.5% in R15 and 38.7% in R23.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: AMD's average benchmark score is 50,448, placing it at the 90th percentile. Intel's average is 38,149, placing it at the 86th percentile. AMD's nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-13980HX, scores 50,398, a 0.1% delta.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 is the clear winner in integer-heavy and data-processing workloads. Its 36.6% edge in integer math and 18.6% advantage in data compression point to strengths in encryption, compression, and general computational tasks. The 29.6% lead in extended instructions suggests the Zen 5 architecture handles specialized instruction sets with greater efficiency. For floating point math, the 10.4% margin indicates solid scientific and engineering performance. The 16.4% multi-thread win in Passmark reinforces the AMD part's overall throughput advantage in mixed workloads.

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins where raw per-core performance and traditional rendering pipelines matter most. The 38.7% single-core lead in Cinebench R23 is the most dramatic example, and the 19.5% multi-core win in the same test suggests the Intel chip scales better in certain rendering scenarios. The 9.6% physics win points to strengths in simulation or physics-based calculations, a domain where the Intel architecture appears more capable.

The Cinebench R15 multi-core result complicates the picture. AMD wins that test by 37.1%, meaning the Intel advantage in R23 multi-core is not universal across rendering workloads. The data implies that the older R15 test does not favor Intel's architecture, while the newer R23 test does. Users focused on modern Cinebench rendering would prefer the Intel chip, but those running legacy benchmarks or mixed Passmark workloads would see better AMD performance.

For single-threaded general use, the Passmark data gives AMD a slight 3.4% edge, while Cinebench gives Intel a large advantage. The divergence is significant enough that the choice depends heavily on which benchmark suite aligns with the user's actual applications.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ substantially in core configuration. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 features 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. AMD's base clock is 2.00 GHz and boost clock 5.10 GHz; Intel's base is 2.50 GHz and boost 5.00 GHz. The AMD part runs at a 28 W TDP, while Intel's TDP is 65 W.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel operation and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, along with ECC memory support. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel operation, but has no ECC support and no recorded memory bandwidth figure. PCIe capability differs: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The AMD processor includes integrated graphics (Radeon 890M), while the Intel chip has no integrated graphics. AMD uses the AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. AMD's part number is 100-000001569, Intel's is SRN35. Both processors have locked multipliers. The AMD part targets the mobile market, while Intel targets desktop. AMD's release date is January 5, 2025; Intel's is December 31, 2023.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is sharp. AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Strix Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The die size is 233 mm². The generation is listed as Ryzen AI PRO 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c), indicating a hybrid arrangement of full Zen 5 and compact Zen 5c cores. Cache layout includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3.

Intel's Core i5-14490F uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The die size is 215 mm². The generation is Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). Cache includes 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on the Intel side may explain some of its rendering advantages, while AMD's smaller L3 is offset by a more advanced process node.

The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm. TSMC's 4 nm process allows AMD to pack 12 cores into a 233 mm² die, while Intel's 10 nm process fits 10 cores into 215 mm². AMD's hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c core arrangement likely contributes to its lower 28 W TDP, while Intel's monolithic Raptor Lake design requires 65 W.

The Verdict

The data points to two distinct use cases. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 delivers superior overall throughput across the Passmark suite, winning 11 of 15 comparisons and posting a 32.2% higher average benchmark score (50,448 vs. 38,149). Its wins in integer math, data compression, encryption, and floating point math make it the stronger choice for data-intensive workloads, content creation, and mixed productivity tasks. The 90th percentile ranking and proximity to the Intel Core i9-13980HX (0.1% delta) confirm its high-end positioning. The mobile form factor, integrated Radeon 890M graphics, and 28 W TDP further suggest a platform designed for efficient, portable performance.

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins where per-core rendering performance dominates. The 38.7% single-core lead in Cinebench R23 and the 19.5% multi-core lead in the same test indicate strong capabilities in modern rendering pipelines. The 9.6% physics win adds another specialized workload to its column. However, the Intel chip's 86th percentile ranking and average score 12,299 points below AMD's show that its wins are concentrated rather than broad. The lack of integrated graphics and the desktop socket (Intel Socket 1700) position it as a CPU for dedicated GPU systems.

The Cinebench R15 versus R23 multi-core discrepancy is the most intriguing finding. AMD wins the older test by 37.1%, Intel wins the newer by 19.5%. Users working with legacy rendering software may see AMD ahead, while those on current Cinebench versions would favor Intel. Similarly, the single-core contradiction between Passmark (AMD by 3.4%) and Cinebench R23 (Intel by 38.7%) means the choice depends on which benchmark reflects the user's actual applications.

The data supports this conclusion: choose the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 for broad multi-threaded throughput, mobile deployment, and integrated graphics capability. Choose the Intel Core i5-14490F for modern single-core-heavy rendering workloads and physics-based simulations, accepting the tradeoffs of a desktop-only socket, higher TDP, and no integrated graphics.