AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 and Intel Core i7-14701E represent two distinct approaches to CPU design, one a mobile-first Zen 5 part and the other a desktop Raptor Lake Refresh chip. The data from the database shows a clear split in workload preferences, with the Intel chip claiming the majority of benchmark wins while the AMD part counters with decisive victories in specific areas. This analysis breaks down the measured performance, architectural differences, and the implications for each processor's target market.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records 11 direct benchmark comparisons between these two processors. The Intel Core i7-14701E wins eight of those matchups, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 takes three. The margin of victory varies dramatically depending on the workload, revealing distinct performance profiles.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers its most significant win in the PassMark extended instructions test. It scores 24,333 against the Intel chip's 18,528, a 31.3% advantage. This is the largest delta in either direction across the entire benchmark suite. The AMD chip also wins the data compression test with a score of 293,595 versus 282,939, a 3.8% lead. The random string sorting test also favors AMD, with a score of 31,153 against Intel's 29,158, a 6.8% margin.

The Intel Core i7-14701E posts its most dominant victories in two compute-heavy workloads. The physics test shows a score of 2,399 against AMD's 1,120, a 57.4% difference in Intel's favor. The find prime numbers test also heavily favors Intel, with a score of 176 versus 75, a 57.4% lead. These are enormous gaps that indicate a substantial advantage in certain types of mathematical workloads.

The floating point math test shows Intel ahead with 61,873 against AMD's 53,084, a 14.2% margin. The multithread benchmark gives Intel a 26,112 score versus 24,244, a 7.2% lead. The single thread test also goes to Intel, with a score of 4,305 against 3,995, again a 7.2% difference. The integer math test is close, with Intel scoring 81,325 against AMD's 79,789, a 1.9% margin. The data encryption test rounds out the Intel wins, with a score of 14,862 against 14,502, a 2.4% difference.

The average benchmark score tells a similar story. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 posts an average of 48,171, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i7-14701E has an average score of 33,206, which places it in the 83rd percentile. The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 235A with an average score of 48,201 and a delta of -0.1%, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D with 47,908 and a delta of 0.5%. The Intel chip's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H at 33,201 with a 0% delta and the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS at 33,244 with a -0.1% delta.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 4,305 in the PassMark single thread test, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 scores 3,995, a 7.2% difference in Intel's favor.

Q: How large is the performance gap in the extended instructions test?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 leads by 31.3% in this test, scoring 24,333 against the Intel Core i7-14701E's 18,528.

Q: Which processor performs better in the physics benchmark?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E is significantly ahead, scoring 2,399 compared to the AMD chip's 1,120, a 57.4% advantage.

Q: What is the difference in average benchmark scores between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 has an average benchmark score of 48,171, while the Intel Core i7-14701E averages 33,206. The AMD chip sits in the 90th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Intel chip sits in the 83rd.

Q: Which processor wins the multithread benchmark?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E wins with a score of 26,112 against the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380's 24,244, a 7.2% lead.

Q: Are there any benchmark categories where the AMD processor has a clear advantage?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 wins the extended instructions test by 31.3%, the random string sorting test by 6.8%, and the data compression test by 3.8%.

The Verdict

The benchmark data shows a clear split in workload dominance. The Intel Core i7-14701E is the stronger choice for general parallel processing, multi-threaded applications, and single-thread performance. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration delivers wins in the physics, prime number, floating point, integer math, multithread, and single thread tests. The 57.4% leads in the physics and prime number tests are particularly significant for users running simulation or number-crunching applications.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380, despite having fewer cores and threads, demonstrates a substantial advantage in the extended instructions test with a 31.3% lead. This suggests the Zen 5 architecture handles certain instruction sets with greater efficiency. Its wins in data compression and random string sorting also indicate strengths in data manipulation tasks.

The average benchmark scores place the AMD chip in a higher overall percentile, 90th versus 83rd, and its average score of 48,171 is notably higher than the Intel chip's 33,206. This discrepancy is explained by the different benchmark suites recorded for each processor. The AMD chip's scores come entirely from PassMark tests, while the Intel chip includes Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 results in its average. The Cinebench scores for the Intel chip, such as 22,195 in R23 multicore, are substantially lower than its PassMark scores, which pulls down its average.

For a user prioritizing raw multi-threaded throughput and single-core speed, the Intel Core i7-14701E has the edge in most direct comparisons. For workloads that rely on extended instruction sets, data compression, or specific sorting algorithms, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 delivers superior results. The data does not support a universal winner, as each processor excels in distinct categories. The Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz versus 4.90 GHz likely contributes to its single-thread and physics wins. The AMD chip's higher base clock of 3.60 GHz versus 2.60 GHz may help in sustained workloads where the extended instructions test shows a clear advantage.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses 8 cores and 16 threads. The base clock for the AMD chip is 3.60 GHz, while the Intel chip runs at 2.60 GHz. The boost clock reverses the situation, with the Intel chip reaching 5.40 GHz against the AMD chip's 4.90 GHz.

Thermal design power differs, with the AMD chip rated at 55 watts and the Intel chip at 65 watts. The memory support also diverges: the AMD chip uses LPDDR5X memory with dual-channel support and a recorded bandwidth of 128.0 GB/s, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration with no bandwidth figure recorded. Both support ECC memory.

The PCIe implementation differs by generation. The AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ, with the AMD chip featuring the Radeon 8040S and the Intel chip using UHD Graphics 770. The AMD chip comes with a 4 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel chip uses a 10 nm node from Intel. The Intel chip has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while the AMD chip has no die size recorded.

Market segments also differ, with the AMD chip classified as Mobile and the Intel chip as Desktop. The sockets are not interchangeable, with the AMD chip using AMD Socket FP11 and the Intel chip using Intel Socket 1700. The release dates differ as well, with the AMD chip releasing on 2025-01-05 and the Intel chip on 2024-06-30. Neither chip has a recorded launch MSRP. Both have locked multipliers and active production status.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between the two processors is fundamental. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 380 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Halo codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 14th Gen series, manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel.

The cache configurations show both similarities and differences. Both processors have an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The L2 cache differs, with the AMD chip at 1 MB per core and the Intel chip at 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a substantial difference, with the AMD chip having 16 MB shared and the Intel chip having 33 MB shared. The Intel chip's larger L2 and L3 caches likely contribute to its performance in cache-sensitive tests like physics and prime number calculations.

The AMD chip's generation is listed as "Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5)" while the Intel chip's generation is listed as "Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh)". The Intel chip's die size is recorded at 257 mm², providing a physical measure of the silicon. The AMD chip has no die size or transistor count recorded. The Intel chip's part number is Q49FSRNJK, while the AMD chip's part number is 100-000001425.

The memory architecture differs in type and bandwidth. The AMD chip's LPDDR5X support with 128.0 GB/s bandwidth indicates a unified memory design common in mobile processors. The Intel chip's DDR4 and DDR5 support without a bandwidth figure suggests a more traditional desktop memory controller. Both support ECC. The PCIe generation gap, with Intel on Gen 5 and AMD on Gen 4, shows a difference in available I/O bandwidth for expansion devices.

The core count difference is central to the performance profile. The Intel chip's 8 cores and 16 threads provide more parallel execution units, which aligns with its wins in the multithread, physics, and floating point tests. The AMD chip's 6 cores and 12 threads, built on the newer Zen 5 architecture, deliver superior results in the extended instructions test, indicating architectural efficiency in specific instruction paths. The base clock advantage for AMD and boost clock advantage for Intel further differentiate their performance characteristics.