AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a decisive landscape: the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 wins all 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the Intel Core i5-14490F. The most dramatic margin appears in the `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test, where AMD scores 320 against Intel's 122, a delta of 162.3%. This test often reflects raw integer throughput and branch handling, and the gap here is substantial.

Moving to broader workloads, the `passmark_extended_instructions` benchmark shows AMD at 45,666 versus Intel's 21,731, a 110.1% advantage. This suggests a major difference in SIMD and specialized instruction execution capability. The `passmark_integer_math` test reinforces the pattern: AMD scores 152,414, Intel scores 87,844, a 73.5% delta. For floating-point math, AMD delivers 99,548 against 66,558, a 49.6% lead.

The multithreaded score, often a proxy for overall throughput, shows AMD at 45,231 and Intel at 28,662, a 57.8% delta. This aligns with the core and thread counts present in the database: AMD has 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel has 10 cores and 16 threads. The data compression test shows AMD at 554,760 versus 340,026, a 63.2% delta, and random string sorting shows 59,487 versus 35,608, a 67.1% delta. Data encryption results show 27,784 for AMD and 18,225 for Intel, a 52.4% delta. Physics simulation scores are 2,887 for AMD and 2,093 for Intel, a 37.9% delta.

The single-thread results are the closest comparison in the entire set. AMD scores 3,927 and Intel scores 3,873, a delta of only 1.4%. This indicates that per-core performance is nearly identical, with AMD holding a slight edge. The average benchmark score in the database places AMD at 90,541 and Intel at 38,149, a wide gap that reflects the consistency of AMD's wins across all measured categories.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Halo, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. This process difference likely contributes to the power and efficiency characteristics, though the database does not provide direct efficiency metrics.

The AMD part has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 16 threads. Both have a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, but the base clocks differ: AMD runs at 3.20 GHz, Intel at 2.50 GHz. The cache hierarchy shows distinct strategies. AMD has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and a large 64 MB shared L3 cache. Intel also has 80 KB L1 per core, but a larger 1.25 MB L2 per core, and a smaller 24 MB shared L3 cache. The larger L3 on AMD may explain some of the data compression and sorting advantages, as more data can reside closer to the cores.

Memory support differs sharply. AMD uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel memory bus and a recorded bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus; the database does not list a bandwidth figure for Intel. AMD also supports ECC memory, while Intel does not. This positions the AMD part for more memory-intensive or reliability-focused workloads.

The integrated graphics present another major split. AMD includes the Radeon 8060S, while Intel has no integrated graphics (N/A). The PCIe capabilities also differ: AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This means Intel has a newer PCIe standard for expansion, but AMD compensates with a much higher memory bandwidth and an iGPU.

The market segments set them apart: AMD is a mobile processor on Socket FP11, while Intel is a desktop processor on Socket 1700. The AMD part has a TDP of 55 watts, the Intel part has a TDP of 65 watts. The die size is also recorded: AMD uses 2x 70.6 mm², Intel uses a single 215 mm² die. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not an option for either.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 has an average benchmark score of 90,541, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 38,149. The AMD part sits in the 96th percentile of all CPUs, the Intel part in the 86th percentile.

Q: How large is the multithread performance gap?

A: In the PassMark multithread test, AMD scores 45,231 and Intel scores 28,662, giving AMD a 57.8% lead. This aligns with AMD having 12 cores and 24 threads versus Intel's 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Is there any test where the Intel processor wins?

A: No. The database records 11 head-to-head benchmarks, and AMD wins all 11. The closest margin is in single-thread performance, where AMD leads by 1.4% (3,927 versus 3,873).

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: AMD supports LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, but the database does not list a bandwidth figure for the Intel part.

Q: Do these processors have integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 includes a Radeon 8060S integrated GPU. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: AMD is rated at 55 watts, Intel at 65 watts. Both have a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, but AMD has a higher base clock at 3.20 GHz versus Intel's 2.50 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 | Intel Core i5-14490F |

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

| Cores | 12 | 10 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Strix Halo | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 64 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 256.0 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 8060S | N/A |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-05 | 2023-12-31 |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 wins every benchmark category in the database, but the magnitude of the win varies. The largest advantages appear in tests that stress parallel execution and large data sets. The `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test shows a 162.3% lead, the `passmark_extended_instructions` test shows a 110.1% lead, and the `passmark_integer_math` test shows a 73.5% lead. These results point to workloads that benefit from more cores, more threads, and the larger 64 MB L3 cache. Data compression, sorting, and encryption also favor AMD by margins from 52.4% to 67.1%. The physics test shows a 37.9% lead, and even the floating-point math test shows a 49.6% lead.

The Intel Core i5-14490F has no benchmark win in the recorded data. Its closest performance comes in single-thread tests, where it trails by only 1.4%. This means for lightly threaded workloads, the two processors are nearly interchangeable. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5, which may be relevant for expansion cards, but the database does not include a benchmark that isolates this capability. Intel also uses a dual-channel memory bus with DDR4 and DDR5 support, which may offer platform flexibility on desktop motherboards.

The mobile versus desktop distinction matters. AMD is a mobile processor with a 55 W TDP and integrated graphics, making it suitable for compact or power-constrained systems. Intel is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP and no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which Intel does not, a factor for data integrity in certain server or workstation scenarios.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 delivers substantially higher scores across all 11 head-to-head benchmarks, with an average benchmark score of 90,541 versus 38,149 for the Intel Core i5-14490F. The AMD part holds the 96th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel holds the 86th percentile. The largest deltas, such as 162.3% in prime number finding and 110.1% in extended instructions, suggest that AMD's architecture handles both integer-heavy and vectorized workloads far more effectively.

The Intel Core i5-14490F remains competitive in single-thread performance, trailing by only 1.4%, and offers PCIe Gen 5 support. However, it lacks integrated graphics, has no ECC support, and shows a significantly lower multithreaded score. The AMD part also has a higher memory bandwidth at 256.0 GB/s and a larger L3 cache at 64 MB, which likely explains its dominance in data-intensive benchmarks.

For users who prioritize raw throughput, parallel processing, and data manipulation, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 is the clear choice based on the recorded measurements. For users who need a desktop platform with PCIe Gen 5 and single-thread performance close to AMD's, the Intel Core i5-14490F serves a narrower role, but the benchmark data does not show any workload category where it outperforms the AMD part. The verdict from the database is unambiguous: AMD leads in every measured test.