AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i vs Intel Core i5-14500HX Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows a clear split between the two processors, though only one of them has a complete benchmark profile in the database. The Intel Core i5-14500HX holds an 84th percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i sits at the 50th percentile. That gap alone indicates a substantial difference in overall measured performance across the database's test suite.

The Intel part wins every benchmark category where data exists. Its 14 cores and 20 threads give it a decisive advantage in heavily parallel workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24,234 points, the Geekbench multicore result of 10,171, and the PassMark multithread score of 28,508 all point to a processor built for sustained throughput. The AMD part, with 8 cores and 16 threads, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so its performance profile cannot be quantified in the same way. The data does not show a single workload category where the AMD processor wins, simply because no measurements are recorded for it.

The Intel processor also demonstrates strength in single-threaded tasks. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,421 and PassMark single-thread result of 3,629 indicate solid per-core performance. The AMD processor's boost clock reaches 5.00 GHz, which is marginally higher than Intel's 4.90 GHz, but without benchmark data, that clock advantage cannot be translated into a measured win.

For workloads that stress memory bandwidth, the AMD processor lists a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s with support for DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. The Intel counterpart supports both DDR4 and DDR5 but has no bandwidth figure recorded. The AMD part's memory controller may deliver higher theoretical bandwidth, but the database contains no benchmark that confirms this in practice.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on 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 i5-14500HX is a Raptor Lake-HX Refresh part, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm².

Core counts diverge sharply. The AMD chip provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip provides 14 cores and 20 threads. That is 6 additional cores and 4 additional threads for Intel. The Intel architecture uses a hybrid configuration typical of Raptor Lake, though the database does not specify the exact performance-core and efficiency-core split. The AMD generation explicitly combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, which suggests a similar heterogeneous arrangement, but the core allocation is not listed.

Cache hierarchies differ in capacity and organization. The AMD processor allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor also uses 80 KB of L1 per core but doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core and provides 24 MB of shared L3 cache. That 16 MB difference in L3 capacity is substantial and directly influences how much data can be kept close to the cores in multi-threaded workloads.

The memory interfaces also diverge. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X across a dual-channel bus with a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but no bandwidth figure is recorded. Both processors support ECC memory, which matters for embedded and workstation-adjacent use cases. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. That gives Intel a generational advantage in raw interconnect speed for devices that can use it.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD processor pairs with a Radeon 880M, while the Intel processor uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither GPU has benchmark scores in the database, so no performance comparison is possible from the recorded data. The AMD processor's TDP is listed at 28 watts, while the Intel processor is rated at 55 watts. That 27-watt gap in thermal design power suggests the AMD part is intended for lower-power embedded designs, while the Intel part targets higher-performance mobile systems.

The Intel processor has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it can be overclocked. The AMD processor does not have that feature. The Intel part also carries a part number, SRMXJ, while the AMD part's part number is listed as unknown. Release dates differ by roughly two years: the Intel part appeared in January 2024, while the AMD part is dated March 2026. Both processors are listed as active in production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database includes no head-to-head benchmark results between these two specific processors. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has no benchmark entries at all, so a direct comparison of recorded scores is impossible. What can be analyzed is the Intel processor's performance against its nearest rivals, which provides context for its standing.

The Intel Core i5-14500HX delivers an average benchmark score of 35,094. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i9-12900HX, scores 35,003, a delta of 0.3 percent in favor of the i5. The Intel Core i7-13800H scores 34,988, also a 0.3 percent delta in favor of the i5. The Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 34,962, a 0.4 percent delta in favor of the i5. The only rival that scores higher is the Intel Core i7-12700K at 35,287, which beats the i5-14500HX by 0.5 percent.

These deltas are small. The i5-14500HX sits within half a percentage point of all four nearest rivals, indicating that its overall performance level is tightly clustered with those processors. The differences are within measurement noise for many workloads, though the consistent direction of the deltas shows the i5-14500HX edges out three of the four rivals.

Looking at the specific benchmark scores for the Intel part, the Cinebench R20 multicore result of 10,178 and the Cinebench R15 multicore result of 2,442 show scaling across different render workloads. The Geekbench multicore score of 10,171 aligns closely with the Cinebench R20 multicore score, suggesting consistent multi-threaded throughput across different benchmark families. The PassMark integer math score of 95,584 and floating-point math score of 69,442 indicate strong arithmetic performance, while the data compression score of 333,851 and encryption score of 19,502 show the processor handles those specific tasks at very different rates.

Single-threaded performance is also recorded. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,421, Geekbench single-core of 2,129, and PassMark single-thread of 3,629 all place the processor in a competitive range. The prime number finding score of 130 is a specialized workload where the processor does not excel. The random string sorting score of 36,219 and physics score of 1,911 round out the PassMark suite.

The AMD processor has no such data. Its boost clock of 5.00 GHz is higher than the Intel part's 4.90 GHz, and its 4 nm process node is more advanced than Intel's 10 nm node. But without recorded scores, the database cannot substantiate any performance advantage for the AMD part. The data simply does not exist.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has 8 cores and 16 threads. Intel leads by 6 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What are the peak boost clocks for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i boosts up to 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14500HX boosts up to 4.90 GHz. The AMD part's boost clock is 0.10 GHz higher.

Q: How does the Intel processor compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX averages 35,094 points. It leads the Intel Core i9-12900HX by 0.3 percent, the Intel Core i7-13800H by 0.3 percent, and the Intel Core 7 253PTE by 0.4 percent. It trails the Intel Core i7-12700K by 0.5 percent.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has 8 MB of L3 cache. Intel's L3 cache is three times larger.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes. Both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i and the Intel Core i5-14500HX list ECC memory support as true.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i is rated at 28 watts. The Intel Core i5-14500HX is rated at 55 watts. The Intel processor has a 27-watt higher TDP.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: Does the database show any benchmark results for the AMD processor?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. All benchmark data belongs to the Intel Core i5-14500HX.

The Verdict

The database contains a complete performance record for the Intel Core i5-14500HX and none for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i. That asymmetry defines the analysis. Every measured performance indicator favors the Intel processor, but that is partly because no measurements exist for the AMD part.

The Intel Core i5-14500HX demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance with its 14 cores, 20 threads, and 24 MB of L3 cache. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24,234 and PassMark multithread score of 28,508 place it at the 84th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, all within 0.5 percent of its average score, confirm that it competes at a high level. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for users who want to push beyond stock settings.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i presents a different profile. Its 28-watt TDP, 4 nm process node, and 5.00 GHz boost clock suggest a design focused on efficiency and compact embedded systems. The Radeon 880M integrated graphics and LPDDR5X memory support point toward a low-power platform. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration and 8 MB of L3 cache indicate a more modest throughput ceiling. None of this is measured in the database, so these are architectural observations, not benchmark conclusions.

For workloads that require maximum multi-threaded throughput, the data supports the Intel Core i5-14500HX. Its benchmark scores are recorded, its rivals are close, and its percentile ranking is high. For low-power embedded applications where the 28-watt TDP and compact design matter more than raw performance, the AMD processor has a plausible role, but the database cannot confirm its capability. The data says nothing about how the AMD part performs, and that absence of evidence is the deciding factor. A buyer choosing between these two based on recorded measurements would select the Intel processor, since it is the only one with demonstrated results.