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

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and the Intel Core i7-14700 represent two distinct approaches to modern processing, one aimed at high-efficiency mobile computing and the other at desktop multi-threaded performance. The recorded data shows a clear split in their capabilities, with the Intel part dominating in raw multi-threaded workloads while the AMD chip demonstrates notable strengths in specific instruction-heavy tasks and single-core efficiency.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700 is the clear victor in multi-threaded and throughput-oriented applications. The data indicates it wins 13 of the 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. Its most substantial victory is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 28398 against the AMD chip's 19095, a 32.8% advantage. This pattern repeats across the PassMark suite: the Intel processor leads in integer math (154535 vs 127573, a 17.4% gap), floating-point math (106716 vs 80023, a 25% gap), and data encryption (29601 vs 22929, a 22.5% gap). The Intel chip also demonstrates superior performance in the PassMark multi-thread test (40318 vs 36402) and in data compression (498198 vs 461195).

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 wins only two head-to-head comparisons, but they are telling. Its dominant victory is in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 32803 against Intel's 28388, a 15.6% lead. This suggests the Zen 5 architecture handles certain advanced instruction sets more efficiently. The AMD chip also claims a narrow single-core victory in Cinebench R15, scoring 313 versus 299, a 4.7% edge. This indicates that in older, less demanding single-thread tests, the AMD architecture can outperform the Intel part despite the latter's higher boost clock.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different foundations. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700 belongs to the Raptor Lake family, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own fabs. It offers 20 cores and 28 threads, a significant core count advantage.

Cache configurations also differ markedly. The AMD chip provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with a 16 MB L3 cache. The Intel processor matches the L1 allocation at 80 KB per core but doubles L2 to 2 MB per core and offers a much larger 33 MB shared L3 cache. This larger cache pool likely contributes to the Intel chip's superior performance in many data-heavy tasks.

The memory and platform capabilities diverge as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though no bandwidth figure is recorded. Both support ECC memory. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel chip provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, offering newer connectivity for compatible devices.

Integrated graphics differ substantially. The AMD chip pairs with a Radeon 890M, while the Intel processor uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD part is a mobile processor on the AMD Socket FP8 platform, while the Intel chip is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor has a 28 watt TDP, whereas the Intel part consumes significantly more at 65 watts. The AMD chip is built on a 233 mm² die, while the Intel part measures 257 mm².

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has an average benchmark score of 56306, placing it in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i7-14700 averages 52301, placing it in the 91st percentile.

Q: How does the single-core performance compare?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 leads in Cinebench R23 single-core (2080 vs 2054) and PassMark single-thread (4236 vs 4050). The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 wins the Cinebench R15 single-core test (313 vs 299).

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

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

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and the Intel Core i7-14700 have an active production status.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes.

Q: When was each processor released?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 was released on January 4, 2026. The Intel Core i7-14700 was released on January 7, 2024.

Specification Differences

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

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

| Cores | 12 | 20 |

| Threads | 24 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | 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 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

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

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single margin in the comparison belongs to the Intel Core i7-14700 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Intel chip scores 28398 against the AMD processor's 19095, a 32.8% deficit for the AMD part. This is the clearest indicator of the Intel chip's multi-threaded dominance, driven by its higher core and thread count.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a similar pattern, though with a smaller gap. The Intel processor scores 4061 versus 3234 for the AMD chip, a 20.4% difference. The AMD processor's single-core win in the same test suite, 313 versus 299, is a 4.7% margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel part edges ahead with 2080 against 2054, a 1.2% difference.

In the PassMark suite, the Intel chip leads in most disciplines. Its largest lead is in floating-point math, where it scores 106716 compared to the AMD chip's 80023, a 25% advantage. Data encryption shows a 22.5% gap in favor of Intel (29601 vs 22929), and integer math follows with a 17.4% margin (154535 vs 127573). The AMD processor's win in extended instructions, 32803 versus 28388, is a 15.6% advantage. The Intel chip also leads in find prime numbers (164 vs 136), physics (2226 vs 1915), random string sorting (54340 vs 48824), and data compression (498198 vs 461195). The PassMark multi-thread test shows a 9.7% advantage for Intel (40318 vs 36402), while single-thread shows a 4.4% edge for Intel (4236 vs 4050). The AMD processor's average benchmark score of 56306 sits above the Intel chip's 52301, though the Intel part holds a higher Cinebench R23 multi-core result. The AMD part's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390, scores 56273, a 0.1% difference, while the Intel chip's closest competitor, the Intel Xeon Gold 5320H, scores 52431, a 0.2% margin. The data confirms that the Intel Core i7-14700 is the stronger choice for heavily threaded desktop workloads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 offers a competitive, power-efficient mobile alternative with specific strengths in extended instruction processing.