AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and Intel Core i5-14401TE are both 6-core, 12-thread processors, but they target distinct market segments and use fundamentally different silicon. The Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is a mobile Zen 5 part on TSMC’s 4 nm process, while the Core i5-14401TE is a desktop Raptor Lake Refresh chip on Intel’s 10 nm node. The recorded data shows a clear separation in performance and positioning, though the Intel part lacks benchmark entries in the database, making direct comparisons reliant on architectural and specification analysis.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is the clear winner in every measurable category where data exists. Its benchmark scores are extensive and consistently strong. The single-thread score of 3995 places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs tracked, a position that indicates top-tier per-core performance. The multi-thread score of 24244, the integer math score of 79789, and the floating point math score of 53084 all reflect a design optimized for both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads. The data compression score of 293595 is particularly dominant, suggesting the Zen 5 architecture excels at data manipulation tasks. The extended instructions score of 24333 further confirms strong SIMD and vector processing capabilities.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile stands at 50, which is the median position by default rather than a measured result. This means the database cannot confirm any performance wins for the Intel part. However, its specifications indicate where it could compete. The 45 watt TDP versus the AMD’s 55 watts suggests the Intel chip is designed for lower power consumption, which is typical for a desktop efficiency-oriented part. The Intel chip also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, providing flexibility in platform choice that the AMD part, limited to LPDDR5X, does not offer.

The AMD part wins on raw performance, memory bandwidth, and process technology. The Intel part wins on power efficiency, memory flexibility, and PCIe generation. The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4, while the Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 5, giving the Intel platform a bandwidth advantage for storage and graphics expansion. In practical terms, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is the superior processor for compute-intensive tasks, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE is positioned as a lower-power desktop alternative with newer I/O standards.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply at the architectural level. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses the Zen 5 architecture on the Strix Halo codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, on a 10 nm process at Intel. The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm. This translates directly into transistor density and power efficiency, with the AMD part able to achieve higher clock speeds at a slightly higher TDP.

Clock speeds confirm this. The AMD part has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The AMD chip’s base clock is 80% higher, which indicates a much stronger sustained performance capability. The boost clock advantage of 0.40 GHz is smaller but still favors AMD. Cache hierarchies differ as well. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core, but the AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core, while the Intel part has 1.25 MB per core. The Intel chip has a larger L3 cache at 20 MB shared versus 16 MB shared for the AMD chip. These cache differences are modest in size but can affect latency-sensitive workloads.

Memory support is a major divergence. The AMD part supports only LPDDR5X, which is soldered and typically used in mobile platforms. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, allowing for standard desktop DIMMs. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 128.0 GB/s, which is exceptionally high for a dual-channel configuration, reflecting the use of LPDDR5X. The Intel part has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. Both support ECC memory, which is a point of parity. The integrated graphics differ: the AMD part uses Radeon 8040S, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD solution is generally expected to be more powerful, but no benchmark scores are available for either iGPU in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE have ECC memory support enabled.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 20 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 supports LPDDR5X only, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do the TDP values compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The core and thread counts are identical at 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clock speeds are 3.60 GHz for the AMD part and 2.00 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 4.90 GHz and 4.50 GHz, respectively. TDP values are 55 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

The process nodes are 4 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. The foundries are TSMC and Intel, respectively. The Intel part has a recorded die size of 215 mm², while the AMD part has no die size data. Cache configurations differ: L1 is 80 KB per core for both, L2 is 1 MB per core for AMD and 1.25 MB per core for Intel, and L3 is 16 MB shared for AMD and 20 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support is LPDDR5X for AMD and DDR4 plus DDR5 for Intel. The memory bus is dual-channel for both. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 128.0 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure. Both support ECC memory. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for AMD and Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon 8040S for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The market segments differ: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Both are active in production. Release dates are January 5, 2025 for AMD and June 30, 2024 for Intel. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and the Intel Core i5-14401TE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the wins counter shows zero for both parts. This absence of paired testing means the analysis must rely on the AMD part’s standalone benchmark scores and the Intel part’s lack of any recorded scores.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers a single-thread score of 3995. This places it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs in the database, a strong indicator of excellent per-core performance. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235A with an average score of 48201, which is 0.1% below the AMD part, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX with an average score of 48287, which is 0.2% below. The AMD Ryzen 9 3900 scores 47918, which is 0.5% above the AMD part, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D scores 47908, also 0.5% above. These close margins show that the Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 sits in a competitive band with high-end desktop and mobile processors from both AMD and Intel.

The multi-thread score of 24244 for the AMD part is substantial for a 6-core, 12-thread mobile chip. The integer math score of 79789 and the floating point math score of 53084 confirm strong arithmetic throughput. The extended instructions score of 24333 and the data encryption score of 14502 indicate capable cryptographic and SIMD performance. The random string sorting score of 31153 and the data compression score of 293595 further establish the AMD part as a versatile compute engine. The physics score of 1120 and the prime number finding score of 75 are lower, but these are typically less representative of general workload performance.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no benchmark scores in the database, so its performance cannot be quantified here. The average benchmark score is 0, and the percentile is 50, which is the default median. This absence of data does not imply poor performance, but it does prevent any direct comparison. The database records no rivals for the Intel part, further limiting context. The AMD part, by contrast, has four nearest rivals with narrow delta percentages, all within half a percentage point of its average score of 48171. This tight clustering indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 is a well-balanced processor that competes effectively with both current-generation Intel mobile parts and older AMD desktop chips. The Intel Core i5-14401TE, with its lower clocks and older process node, would likely fall behind the AMD part in most compute benchmarks, but the absence of measured data precludes a definitive statement.