AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 vs Intel Core i7-14700T Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 records an average benchmark score of 49796, while the Intel Core i7-14700T scores 41914. The AMD part also sits at the 90th percentile against all CPUs, compared to the 88th percentile for the Intel part.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD chip is within 0.1% of the Intel Core 9 273PE (49845), and it leads the Intel Core i5-14600KF (49394) by 0.8%, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 (49228) by 1.2%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G (49196) by 1.2%.

Q: Where does the Intel Core i7-14700T stand among similar processors?

A: The Intel chip is effectively tied with the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS (41963, delta -0.1%), leads the Intel Core i7-12850HX (41779) by 0.3%, trails the AMD Ryzen 5 7400 (42055) by 0.3%, and leads the Intel Core 7 251TE (41650) by 0.6%.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700T wins decisively with a score of 25980 versus 18759 for the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388, a delta of 27.8% in favor of Intel.

Q: Which processor wins in PassMark single-thread tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 wins with a score of 4185 versus 3905 for the Intel Core i7-14700T, a 7.2% advantage for AMD.

Q: What is the total win count in the head-to-head benchmark suite?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 takes 8 wins, while the Intel Core i7-14700T takes 7 wins across the 15 recorded tests.

The Verdict

The benchmark data splits this comparison into two clear profiles. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the stronger all-round performer in the aggregate, carrying a 49796 average score against 41914 for Intel. Its 90th percentile ranking versus 88th for the Intel chip confirms that AMD holds a higher overall position in the database. The AMD part also wins more individual tests, 8 versus 7, and it wins those tests by larger margins in several cases.

For users who prioritize single-thread responsiveness, the Intel Core i7-14700T delivers the better raw results. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3667 is 46.6% higher than the AMD score of 1960, and its Cinebench R15 single-core result of 369 beats the AMD 298 by 19.2%. The Intel chip also leads in Cinebench R23 multi-core by 27.8%, which is a substantial margin for heavily threaded workloads.

However, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 counters with a 63.2% lead in PassMark extended instructions (32719 versus 20052), a 13.2% lead in data compression (400887 versus 354216), and a 12.1% lead in random string sorting (43196 versus 38546). It also wins PassMark multithread by 9.5% (33486 versus 30571) and PassMark single-thread by 7.2% (4185 versus 3905).

The data indicates that the AMD processor is the better choice for mixed workloads that include data compression, encryption-adjacent operations, string handling, and extended instruction sets. The Intel processor is the better choice when the workload is dominated by Cinebench-style rendering or when single-core speed is the decisive factor. The Intel chip also holds a lead in floating-point math (79042 versus 72722, an 8% delta) and integer math (113854 versus 109588, a 3.7% delta), so it remains competitive in math-heavy tasks.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single win for the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 appears in PassMark extended instructions, where it scores 32719 against 20052 for Intel, a 63.2% advantage. This is the most lopsided result in the entire comparison. The AMD chip also shows a 13.2% lead in data compression (400887 versus 354216) and a 12.1% lead in random string sorting (43196 versus 38546). In PassMark multithread, AMD scores 33486 against 30571, a 9.5% lead, and in PassMark single-thread, AMD scores 4185 against 3905, a 7.2% lead. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test also goes to AMD with 2872 versus 2618, a 9.7% margin.

The Intel Core i7-14700T takes the largest win in Cinebench R23 single-core, scoring 3667 against 1960, a 46.6% gap. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25980 beats the AMD 18759 by 27.8%. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel scores 369 against 298, a 19.2% lead. Intel also wins PassMark floating-point math (79042 versus 72722, 8% lead), PassMark data encryption (21277 versus 20092, 5.6% lead), PassMark physics (1946 versus 1843, 5.3% lead), and PassMark integer math (113854 versus 109588, 3.7% lead). The PassMark find prime numbers test is a tie at 145 for both, with the database awarding the win to AMD at a 0% delta.

The pattern is consistent: Intel dominates in Cinebench workloads, especially single-core, while AMD dominates in PassMark data-oriented tests and extended instruction handling. The single-thread PassMark result goes to AMD despite Intel's strong Cinebench single-core numbers, which suggests the two tests measure different aspects of single-thread performance.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ sharply. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14700T has 20 cores and 28 threads. Clock speeds also diverge: AMD lists a 3.60 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, while Intel lists a 1.30 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. The Intel chip reaches a higher boost clock by 0.20 GHz.

Thermal design power differs as well. The AMD part is rated at 55 W, while the Intel part is rated at 35 W. The sockets are different: AMD uses Socket FP11, Intel uses Socket 1700. The market segments also differ, with AMD listed as Mobile and Intel as Desktop.

The Intel Core i7-14700T has a launch MSRP of $384. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The memory support differs. AMD uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Both parts support ECC memory.

PCIe support differs by generation and lane count. AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics are different: AMD uses Radeon 8060S, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770.

Release dates differ by roughly two years. The AMD part is dated 2026-01-05, while the Intel part is dated 2024-01-07.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Halo codename, built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The die size is recorded as 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel Core i7-14700T uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a die size of 257 mm².

Cache structures differ. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core for AMD and 2 MB per core for Intel. The L3 cache is 32 MB shared for AMD and 33 MB shared for Intel. The Intel chip therefore holds a small L3 advantage of 1 MB and a larger per-core L2 advantage.

The core count difference is architectural in nature. The Intel part uses a hybrid configuration of 20 cores and 28 threads, which suggests a mix of performance and efficiency cores. The AMD part uses a uniform 8-core, 16-thread configuration. The clock behavior also reflects the architecture: Intel's low 1.30 GHz base clock with a 5.20 GHz boost indicates a wide frequency range, while AMD's 3.60 GHz base with a 5.00 GHz boost shows a narrower range.

Memory architecture also differs. AMD's quad-channel LPDDR5X configuration delivers a recorded 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth, which is a substantial figure for a mobile part. Intel's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support has no recorded bandwidth figure, but the dual-channel bus is a clear structural difference from AMD's quad-channel design.

The process node difference is notable: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. The foundry also differs, with TSMC producing the AMD chip and Intel producing its own.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 wins in tasks that involve data compression, extended instruction processing, random string sorting, multithreaded PassMark workloads, and single-thread PassMark workloads. Its 63.2% lead in extended instructions makes it the clear choice for workloads that rely on advanced instruction sets such as AES, AVX, or similar operations. The 13.2% lead in data compression and the 12.1% lead in random string sorting indicate strength in data manipulation and file-handling scenarios. The 9.5% lead in PassMark multithread and the 7.2% lead in PassMark single-thread show balanced performance across both lightly and heavily threaded PassMark tests.

The Intel Core i7-14700T wins in Cinebench rendering workloads, physics calculations, encryption, floating-point math, and integer math. The 46.6% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core is the most decisive Intel advantage, making this chip the stronger pick for applications that are heavily dependent on single-core rendering performance. The 27.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core further confirms Intel's dominance in rendering. The 8% lead in floating-point math and the 3.7% lead in integer math indicate strength in numerical computation. The 5.6% lead in data encryption and the 5.3% lead in physics round out Intel's wins in compute-heavy tasks.

The overall win count slightly favors AMD at 8 versus 7, but the margins tell a more nuanced story. AMD's largest win is 63.2%, while Intel's largest win is 46.6%. Both processors hold clear, distinct territories. The AMD part is superior for data-oriented and instruction-heavy workloads. The Intel part is superior for rendering and single-core peak performance. The choice depends entirely on which workload category matters more for the intended use case.