AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 dominates in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel scores 31,070 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470’s 19,095, a 62.7% advantage. The Intel also wins Cinebench R15 multi-core by 48.2% (4,793 vs. 3,234).

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 competitive in single-core tests?

A: It is close but still trails. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the AMD scores 313 versus the Intel’s 315, a narrow 0.6% gap. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel leads 2,212 vs. 2,054 (7.7%), and in PassMark single-thread, the Intel wins 4,323 vs. 4,050 (6.7%).

Q: Are there any benchmark categories where the AMD chip wins?

A: Yes, exactly one. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 wins PassMark extended instructions with a score of 32,803 versus the Intel’s 30,624, a 6.6% margin. This is the only head-to-head test out of 15 where the AMD takes the victory.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has an average benchmark score of 58,115, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 scores 56,306. Both are in the 92nd percentile of all CPUs, but the Intel’s average is about 3.2% higher.

Q: What are the core and thread differences between the two?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel also features a larger L3 cache (36 MB shared) compared to AMD’s 16 MB.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both list ECC memory support as a feature. The Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900 is the clear winner for compute-heavy, parallel workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it beats the AMD by 62.7%, and in Cinebench R15 multi-core, the margin is 48.2%. This pattern extends to PassMark integer math, where Intel leads by 37.2% (175,010 vs. 127,573), and floating-point math, where the lead is 50.3% (120,262 vs. 80,023). For tasks like data encryption, the Intel is 46.3% faster (33,540 vs. 22,929), and for prime number generation, it wins by 38.2% (188 vs. 136). The Intel also takes data compression by 19.3% (550,271 vs. 461,195) and random string sorting by 25.1% (61,060 vs. 48,824).

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has one specific niche: extended instruction workloads. In PassMark extended instructions, it scores 32,803 against the Intel’s 30,624, a 6.6% improvement. This is the only test where the AMD wins, suggesting it has a specialized advantage in certain SIMD or vectorized code paths. Beyond that, the AMD is simply outgunned in every other measured category.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel still leads, but the margin is modest. Cinebench R15 single-core shows only 0.6% difference (315 vs. 313), and PassMark single-thread shows 6.7% (4,323 vs. 4,050). The AMD is closer here than in multi-core, but it does not secure a win. The overall picture is that the Intel is the performance king, while the AMD is a more efficient mobile part that happens to excel in extended instruction execution.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i9-14900 is built on Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R refresh) using a 10 nm process node from Intel’s own foundry. It features a hybrid core design with 24 cores and 32 threads, combining performance and efficiency cores. The die size is 257 mm². The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470, by contrast, uses Zen 5 architecture (codenamed Gorgon Point) on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with a slightly smaller die at 233 mm². The AMD uses a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, totaling 12 cores and 24 threads.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The AMD also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but only 1 MB of L2 per core and 16 MB of L3 total. This gives the Intel a substantial cache advantage for working sets that fit in L3. The AMD’s smaller L3 may hurt in some data-heavy workloads, although its Zen 5 cores have higher IPC per clock.

Memory support diverges: the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 dual-channel memory, while the AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel. The AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel does not specify a bandwidth figure in the data. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics are different as well — Intel uses UHD Graphics 770, while AMD uses the Radeon 890M.

The manufacturing process is a major architectural differentiator. Intel’s 10 nm node is older and less dense than TSMC’s 4 nm, which likely contributes to the AMD’s lower 28 W TDP versus the Intel’s 65 W. The Intel is a desktop part (Socket 1700), while the AMD is a mobile part (Socket FP8). Both have locked multipliers.

Specification Differences

The most obvious specification gap is in core count: the Intel offers 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD offers 12 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are identical at 2.00 GHz, but boost clocks differ — the Intel reaches 5.80 GHz, while the AMD tops out at 5.20 GHz. The Intel has a 65 W TDP, and the AMD has a 28 W TDP.

Cache sizes differ substantially in L2 and L3. The Intel has 2 MB of L2 per core, while the AMD has 1 MB per core. The Intel’s L3 is 36 MB shared, while the AMD’s is 16 MB. Memory support differs: the Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s; the Intel does not.

PCIe generation differs: Intel has Gen 5 with 16 lanes, AMD has Gen 4 with 16 lanes. The process node is 10 nm for Intel versus 4 nm for AMD. The die size is 257 mm² for Intel versus 233 mm² for AMD. The integrated GPU is different (UHD Graphics 770 vs. Radeon 890M). The sockets are different (Intel Socket 1700 vs. AMD Socket FP8). The market segments differ: Intel is desktop, AMD is mobile. The Intel has a launch MSRP of $549; the AMD does not have a listed launch MSRP. Both support ECC memory and have locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-14900 wins 14 of 15 head-to-head benchmarks, and the margins are often large. The biggest win is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel scores 31,070 versus the AMD’s 19,095, a 62.7% lead. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 48.2% advantage (4,793 vs. 3,234). In PassMark floating-point math, the Intel wins by 50.3% (120,262 vs. 80,023), and in data encryption, it wins by 46.3% (33,540 vs. 22,929). PassMark find prime numbers shows a 38.2% lead (188 vs. 136), and integer math shows a 37.2% lead (175,010 vs. 127,573). PassMark physics shows a 29.8% margin (2,486 vs. 1,915), while random string sorting is 25.1% faster (61,060 vs. 48,824).

The Intel also wins the multithread test by 22.5% (44,578 vs. 36,402) and data compression by 19.3% (550,271 vs. 461,195). Single-core margins are smaller but still favor Intel: Cinebench R23 single-core is 7.7% (2,212 vs. 2,054), PassMark single-thread is 6.7% (4,323 vs. 4,050), and Cinebench R15 single-core is just 0.6% (315 vs. 313).

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470’s single win is in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 32,803 against the Intel’s 30,624, a 6.6% margin. This is a notable result because it shows the Zen 5 architecture has a specific strength in extended instruction handling, potentially from its newer ISA implementation. However, it is an isolated victory. The overall benchmark data paints a clear picture: the Intel Core i9-14900 is vastly superior in multi-threaded workloads and holds a narrower but consistent edge in single-threaded performance. The AMD’s only competitive area is extended instructions, where it flips the result.