AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between these two processors. Intel's Core i7-14700T takes the majority of the PassMark workloads, winning 8 of the 11 head-to-head comparisons. AMD's Ryzen AI Embedded P164 counters with 3 wins, two of which are the same single-thread test recorded under different names.

The biggest margin in the entire comparison belongs to Intel in the PassMark find prime numbers test. The Core i7-14700T scores 145 against the AMD part's 71, a 51% difference. This is a massive gap, nearly double the score of the AMD chip. Prime number calculation is heavily dependent on integer throughput and core count, and the Intel processor's 20 cores and 28 threads are clearly decisive here.

Intel also wins decisively in floating point math, scoring 79042 versus 55799, a 29.4% advantage. The physics test shows a similar story, with Intel at 1946 and AMD at 1210, a 37.8% gap. Integer math follows the same pattern: 113854 for Intel versus 87940 for AMD, a 22.8% lead. Data encryption is another strong Intel result, 21277 versus 16055, a 24.5% margin. These are all substantial differences, not marginal ones.

The multithread score, often the headline metric for productivity comparisons, favors Intel at 30571 versus AMD's 25889, a 15.3% lead. This is a meaningful advantage for heavily threaded workloads, though not as large as the gaps in the math and physics tests.

Data compression sees Intel ahead at 354216 versus 327891, a 7.4% edge. Random string sorting is closer still, Intel at 38546 versus AMD at 34801, a 9.7% difference. These smaller margins suggest the AMD chip holds up relatively better in memory-intensive and sorting tasks.

AMD's wins are concentrated in two areas. The extended instructions test shows AMD at 24193 versus Intel's 20052, a 20.7% advantage. This is the second largest margin in the entire comparison, and it indicates AMD's Zen 5 based architecture handles advanced instruction sets more efficiently. The single-thread test (listed twice in the database as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, both with identical scores) gives AMD the win at 4029 versus 3905, a 3.2% edge. While modest, this is notable because the Intel chip has a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz compared to AMD's 5.00 GHz, yet AMD still delivers better single-thread performance.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700T is the clear choice for compute-heavy, parallel workloads. Its wins in prime number calculation, floating point math, integer math, physics simulation, and encryption all point to a processor that excels when many threads can be utilized simultaneously. The 20 cores and 28 threads provide a structural advantage that AMD's 8 cores and 16 threads cannot overcome in these tests. The 51% lead in prime numbers and the 37.8% lead in physics are the kind of margins that matter for scientific computing, financial modeling, and other number-crunching tasks.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 wins where instruction efficiency and single-thread agility matter most. Its 20.7% lead in extended instructions suggests better support for newer or more specialized instruction sets. The 3.2% single-thread win, achieved despite a lower boost clock, indicates superior instructions-per-clock execution. This makes the AMD part attractive for workloads that are latency-sensitive or that rely heavily on a single primary thread with occasional bursts of parallel work.

The data compression and random string sorting results are closer, with Intel ahead by 7.4% and 9.7% respectively. These tests involve significant memory traffic and branch prediction. The AMD chip's smaller margins here suggest it remains competitive in memory-bound scenarios, but Intel still holds the edge.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on TSMC's 4 nm process with a die size of 233 mm². Intel's Core i7-14700T uses Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core 14th Gen family, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a 257 mm² die.

Core configuration is the most obvious divergence. AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel provides 20 cores and 28 threads. This difference explains much of the multithread performance gap. The Intel chip has more than twice the core count and nearly twice the thread count.

Cache hierarchies also differ substantially. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core, Intel uses 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is where the difference becomes stark: AMD has 8 MB total, while Intel has 33 MB shared. This larger shared cache likely contributes to Intel's stronger performance in the data compression and sorting tests, where larger working sets can remain on-chip.

Memory support shows another split. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration with a measured memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel, with no bandwidth figure recorded in the database. Both support ECC memory. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The newer PCIe standard on Intel gives it higher potential I/O bandwidth for expansion cards and storage.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 880M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not include comparative graphics benchmarks, so relative performance cannot be assessed from the recorded data.

The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP8, while Intel is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700. This positioning affects platform compatibility and system design. The AMD chip has a 28 W TDP, Intel has a 35 W TDP. The AMD part is newer, with a release date in March 2026, while Intel launched in January 2024. Intel has a recorded launch MSRP of $384; no launch price is recorded for AMD.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 scores 4029 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the Intel Core i7-14700T scores 3905. AMD leads by 3.2%, despite Intel having a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 5.00 GHz.

Q: How large is the multithread performance gap?

A: Intel leads in the PassMark multithread test with 30571 against AMD's 25889, a 15.3% advantage. This aligns with Intel's larger core count of 20 cores and 28 threads versus AMD's 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor is more efficient in extended instruction workloads?

A: AMD wins the PassMark extended instructions test with 24193 versus Intel's 20052, a 20.7% lead. This is AMD's largest benchmark win in the comparison.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the database records ECC memory support as true for both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 and the Intel Core i7-14700T.

Q: What are the differences in memory support?

A: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, with no bandwidth figure recorded in the database. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: Intel has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, while AMD has 8 MB. This fourfold difference may contribute to Intel's wins in data compression and random string sorting.

The Verdict

The data points to different roles for each processor. The Intel Core i7-14700T is the stronger overall performer for multi-threaded, compute-intensive workloads. Its 51% lead in prime number calculation, 37.8% lead in physics, and 29.4% lead in floating point math make it the obvious pick for scientific simulation, rendering, and heavy parallel processing. The 15.3% multithread advantage reinforces this conclusion. The larger L3 cache and higher core count provide a structural foundation for these results.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the better choice for single-thread-sensitive applications and workloads that leverage advanced instruction sets. Its 3.2% single-thread lead and 20.7% extended instructions advantage indicate a more efficient core design. The lower 28 W TDP, compared to Intel's 35 W, also positions it for thermally constrained mobile systems. The AMD part is newer and built on a smaller 4 nm process, which supports its efficiency profile.

For a desktop system where maximum multi-thread throughput matters, the Intel Core i7-14700T is the clear winner from the recorded data. For a mobile or embedded deployment where single-thread responsiveness and instruction efficiency are priorities, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has the advantage. The average benchmark scores reflect this split: AMD's average is 52901 with a 91st percentile ranking, while Intel's average is 41914 with an 88th percentile ranking. These averages include different test sets, so they are not directly comparable, but they show both processors sit in the upper tier of all CPUs.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 | Intel Core i7-14700T |

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

| Cores | 8 | 20 |

| Threads | 16 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| 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 | 8 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 880M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

| Part Number | Unknown | SRN41 |