AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: What process node does each processor use, and who manufactures it?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 uses a 4 nm node from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm node from Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE support ECC memory.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has 16 MB of L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 is built on the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation, which uses a hybrid of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. This processor is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The chip uses AMD Socket FP8 and is classified as a mobile market segment part. Its cache hierarchy consists of 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. The integrated graphics are handled by the Radeon 880M.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE comes from the Core 14th Gen series and uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake Refresh generation under the Raptor Lake-R codename. It is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm². The processor fits Intel Socket 1700 and targets the desktop market segment. The cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. Its integrated graphics are the UHD Graphics 730.

The two processors diverge sharply in their design goals. The AMD part combines a higher core count with a lower TDP of 28 watts, which points toward power-sensitive mobile and embedded workloads. The Intel part uses fewer cores but has a higher TDP of 45 watts, which suggests a desktop-oriented design with less emphasis on power efficiency. The process node difference is notable: the AMD chip uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while the Intel chip uses a 10 nm Intel process. This gap affects the packaging and likely the thermal behavior of the two platforms, though the database does not include direct measurements of those effects.

Memory support also differs. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, with dual-channel configuration and a measured memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core i5-14401TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also dual-channel, but the database records no memory bandwidth figure for it. PCIe capability splits the two as well: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes available from the CPU, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The production status for both processors is listed as Active. The AMD part was released on February 28, 2026, while the Intel part was released on June 30, 2024. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows two processors aimed at different segments. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 is positioned as a mobile embedded part with a 28 watt TDP, 10 cores, and 20 threads. Its boost clock reaches 5.00 GHz, and it uses a 4 nm TSMC process. The Intel Core i5-14401TE is a desktop part with a 45 watt TDP, 6 cores, and 12 threads. Its boost clock tops out at 4.50 GHz, and it uses a 10 nm Intel process.

For workloads that scale with thread count, the AMD part has a clear structural advantage. It offers 10 cores and 20 threads compared to 6 cores and 12 threads on the Intel part. The AMD part also runs at a higher boost clock, 5.00 GHz versus 4.50 GHz, and does so within a lower TDP envelope. These factors together indicate that the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 should be the stronger option for multi-threaded and sustained compute tasks, particularly in environments where power draw is constrained.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE counters with a larger L3 cache at 20 MB versus 16 MB, and a higher per-core L2 allocation at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB. It also supports PCIe Gen 5, while the AMD part is limited to Gen 4. For desktop builders who prioritize the newest PCIe interconnect or who need DDR4 compatibility, the Intel part offers those specific capabilities. The Intel chip also has a longer market presence, having been released in 2024, which may imply broader platform maturity, though the database does not include ecosystem data to confirm that.

The choice between the two depends strictly on the target platform. Mobile or embedded system designs that need high core counts and low power consumption should select the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174. Desktop systems that rely on PCIe Gen 5 connectivity or DDR4 memory support should select the Intel Core i5-14401TE. The data does not include direct benchmark scores, so the verdict rests on architectural and specification differences.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across multiple specification fields. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. Both have a base clock of 2.00 GHz, but the AMD part boosts to 5.00 GHz and the Intel part boosts to 4.50 GHz.

The TDP differs significantly: 28 watts for the AMD part versus 45 watts for the Intel part. The socket and platform also differ, with the AMD part using AMD Socket FP8 and the Intel part using Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor uses the Gorgon Point codename and the Ryzen AI Embedded generation with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel processor uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and the Raptor Lake Refresh generation.

The process nodes are distinct: the AMD part is built on a 4 nm TSMC process, while the Intel part is built on a 10 nm Intel process. Die sizes are 233 mm² for the AMD part and 215 mm² for the Intel part. The cache configurations differ in L2 and L3. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core and 16 MB of L3. The Intel part has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 20 MB of shared L3. Both share the same 80 KB L1 per core.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel configuration and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel configuration, but no memory bandwidth is recorded. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capability differs: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ, with the AMD part using Radeon 880M and the Intel part using UHD Graphics 730.

The market segments are different, with the AMD part classified as Mobile and the Intel part classified as Desktop. Release dates also differ, with the AMD part released on February 28, 2026, and the Intel part released on June 30, 2024. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a recorded part number of Q4T4SRNJP, while the AMD part has an unknown part number.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not include any head-to-head benchmark scores between the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE. There are no wins recorded for either processor in direct comparison, and the nearest rival lists are empty for both. The average benchmark score for each processor is zero, and both sit at the 50th percentile against all CPUs in the database.

Without measured benchmark results, the comparison must rely on the specification sheet. The AMD part holds advantages in core count, thread count, boost clock, TDP, process node, and memory bandwidth. The Intel part holds advantages in L2 and L3 cache sizes, PCIe generation, and memory type flexibility with DDR4 support.

The biggest structural win for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 is its thread advantage. At 20 threads versus 12 threads, the AMD part offers 66.7% more threads than the Intel part. That difference alone suggests a substantial edge in heavily threaded workloads, such as compilation, rendering, or virtualization, where the operating system can schedule work across more logical processors. The boost clock difference of 0.50 GHz further favors the AMD part in single-threaded scenarios, though the database does not quantify how that translates into actual scores.

The largest win for the Intel Core i5-14401TE is its cache configuration. The 20 MB shared L3 cache is 25% larger than the 16 MB L3 on the AMD part, and the per-core L2 of 1.25 MB is 25% larger than the 1 MB per-core L2 on the AMD part. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5, which doubles the per-lane bandwidth compared to Gen 4 in principle, though no measured throughput figures appear in the database. The Intel part also offers memory flexibility with both DDR4 and DDR5 support, whereas the AMD part only supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

The TDP gap deserves attention. The AMD part operates at 28 watts, which is 17 watts lower than the Intel part's 45 watt rating. For a fixed thermal budget, the AMD part leaves more headroom for sustained operation or for the rest of the system. The Intel part, by contrast, consumes more power but delivers a larger cache and newer PCIe connectivity.

The production status of both parts is Active, and both support ECC memory, which matters for reliability-focused deployments. The release date difference of roughly a year and a half may indicate platform maturity, but the database provides no longevity or driver support metrics. The Intel part has a known part number, Q4T4SRNJP, while the AMD part does not list one.

In the absence of direct benchmark data, the recorded specifications show a clear division. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174 is built for parallel throughput and power efficiency. The Intel Core i5-14401TE is built for cache-heavy desktop workloads and next-generation PCIe connectivity. Any final ranking would require actual measured results, which are not present in the database.