AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i vs Intel Core i7-14700 Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core i7-14700 is the clear performance leader in this pairing. The recorded data shows the i7-14700 holds a 91st percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i sits at the 50th percentile. The Intel part delivers a multi-threaded Cinebench R23 score of 28,398, and its average benchmark score of 52,301 places it within 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, a high-end desktop processor. The Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so its performance profile is defined entirely by its specifications rather than measured results.

The i7-14700 targets desktop users who need heavy multi-core throughput for rendering, compilation, and content creation. The Ryzen AI Embedded P185i targets mobile and embedded systems where power efficiency and integrated graphics matter more than raw compute. The i7-14700 uses 65 watts, has 20 cores and 28 threads, and boosts to 5.40 GHz. The Ryzen part uses 28 watts, has 12 cores and 24 threads, and boosts to 5.10 GHz. The Intel chip is the pick for sustained all-core workloads. The AMD chip is the pick for compact, low-power designs that still need 24 threads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and fabrication processes. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i uses the Gorgon Point codename and the Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm process with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core i7-14700 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen family. It is manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process with a die size of 257 mm².

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD chip provides 12 cores and 24 threads, relying on simultaneous multithreading to reach that thread count. The Intel chip provides 20 cores and 28 threads, a hybrid configuration that pairs performance and efficiency cores under the Raptor Lake design. The Intel part has a higher base clock of 2.10 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz versus 5.10 GHz.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger L3 on the Intel side gives it more capacity for frequently accessed data across all cores.

Memory support differs in flexibility. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also over a dual-channel bus, but the database does not list a bandwidth figure. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities separate the two as well. The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel chip uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The newer PCIe standard on the Intel part provides higher bandwidth to GPUs and storage devices.

Integrated graphics differ in positioning. The AMD chip includes the Radeon 890M, a high-end integrated GPU. The Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 770, a more basic integrated solution. Both processors have a locked multiplier, meaning neither supports unlocked overclocking. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part releases on 2026-02-28, while the Intel part releases on 2024-01-07. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $384.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700 wins in every measurable benchmark category because it has recorded scores and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has none. The database shows the i7-14700 achieves a multi-thread score of 40,318 in PassMark's multithread test, a single-thread score of 4,236, and a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28,398. These results place it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i wins in power efficiency and integration. At 28 watts, it consumes less than half the power of the Intel chip's 65 watts. The Radeon 890M integrated graphics is a stronger GPU solution than UHD Graphics 770, which matters for embedded systems that cannot fit a discrete graphics card. The AMD chip also supports LPDDR5X memory, which is common in mobile and embedded platforms, while the Intel chip only lists DDR4 and DDR5 support.

The Intel chip wins in raw multi-core throughput for desktop workloads. Its 20 cores, 28 threads, and 33 MB of L3 cache give it a decisive advantage in heavily threaded tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and scientific computing. The AMD chip wins in scenarios where a low thermal envelope and compact footprint are the primary constraints, such as fanless industrial PCs, digital signage, or mobile workstations.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 has 20 cores and 28 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: What is the power consumption difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core i7-14700 has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Which chip has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 boosts to 5.40 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i boosts to 5.10 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i and the Intel Core i7-14700 support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each chip support?

A: The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the Intel chip's benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700 ranks in the 91st percentile among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i ranks in the 50th percentile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct benchmark comparison is limited because the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has no recorded scores in the database. The head-to-head benchmark table is empty, and the wins counters show zero for both processors. The analysis therefore relies on the Intel chip's measured results and the AMD chip's specification sheet.

The Intel Core i7-14700 delivers a Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 4,061 and a single-core score of 299. In Cinebench R20, it scores 14,388 multi-core and 2,031 single-core. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score rises to 28,398 and single-core to 2,080. These results show strong scaling from R15 to R23, indicating the chip maintains performance across sustained multi-core loads.

Geekbench results reinforce the Intel chip's position. It scores 17,087 in multi-core and 2,409 in single-core. PassMark results show a multi-thread score of 40,318 and a single-thread score of 4,236. The PassMark suite also records specialized workloads: data compression scores 498,198, data encryption scores 29,601, extended instructions score 28,388, floating point math scores 106,716, integer math scores 154,535, prime number finding scores 164, physics scores 2,226, and random string sorting scores 54,340.

The nearest rivals for the Intel chip provide context for its performance tier. The Intel Xeon Gold 5320H scores 52,431, which is 0.2% higher than the i7-14700's average of 52,301. The AMD EPYC 8124P scores 52,121, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX scores 52,073, which is 0.4% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 5950X scores 51,947, which is 0.7% lower. This clustering shows the i7-14700 sits squarely in a competitive band of server and high-end desktop processors, within a 1% margin of all four rivals.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i has no benchmark entries, no average score, and no nearest rivals listed. Its 50th percentile ranking suggests it sits in the middle of the performance distribution, but without measured data, that ranking cannot be tied to specific workload results. The chip's specifications indicate it is designed for efficiency-first applications: 28 watts, 12 cores, 24 threads, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, and PCIe Gen 4. The 4 nm TSMC process and 233 mm² die size place it in the modern low-power node class, while the Intel chip's 10 nm process and 257 mm² die size reflect a desktop-oriented design.

The only measurable comparison comes from architecture and feature differences. The Intel chip offers more cores, more threads, more L3 cache, a higher boost clock, and PCIe Gen 5. The AMD chip offers a lower TDP, LPDDR5X memory support, a smaller die, and a more capable integrated GPU in the Radeon 890M. For users prioritizing multi-core compute, the Intel Core i7-14700 is the clear choice based on recorded data. For users prioritizing power efficiency and integrated graphics in a mobile or embedded form factor, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185i presents the relevant feature set.