AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 vs Intel Core i9-14901TE Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 and Intel Core i9-14901TE are two very different processors aimed at different segments of the market. The AMD part is a mobile-focused chip built on a newer process, while the Intel part is a desktop-oriented processor with a higher boost clock. The database contains a full set of benchmark scores for the AMD chip, but the Intel chip has no recorded benchmark scores, which limits direct comparison. However, the available specifications and the AMD processor’s performance data allow for a detailed analysis of what each processor offers.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 is the only one of the two with benchmark results in the database, so its strengths are directly measurable. It excels in single-threaded performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4012 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3995. These numbers place it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating strong per-core capability. The AMD chip also shows robust multi-threaded performance, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28424 and a Passmark multithread score of 32075. Its average benchmark score of 43326 puts it in a tight competitive group, with nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 (avg score 43431, delta -0.2%), Intel Core Ultra 9 386H (avg score 43210, delta +0.3%), AMD Ryzen 7 170 (avg score 43689, delta -0.8%), and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 (avg score 43704, delta -0.9%). The deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 sits in a very crowded performance band.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE has no recorded benchmark scores, so its wins cannot be measured from the database. Its advantage would have to come from its specifications, such as a higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz compared to the AMD’s 5.00 GHz, and a larger L3 cache of 36 MB shared versus 32 MB shared. The Intel part also supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part only supports LPDDR5X. The Intel chip has a lower TDP of 45 watts versus the AMD’s 55 watts, which could indicate better efficiency for the same workload, but without benchmark data, this remains speculative. The database does not provide any head-to-head benchmark wins for either processor, as the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 uses the Zen 5 architecture, with the codename Strix Halo, and is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14901TE uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and is built on a 10 nm process by Intel. This process difference is significant, as the 4 nm node allows for smaller transistors, which typically leads to better power efficiency and higher transistor density. The AMD chip’s die size is not listed, while the Intel chip has a die size of 257 mm².

Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads, so they match in core count. The cache hierarchy differs: both have 80 KB L1 per core, but the AMD part has 1 MB L2 per core, while the Intel part has 2 MB L2 per core. For L3 cache, the AMD chip has 32 MB shared, and the Intel chip has 36 MB shared. The larger L2 and L3 caches on the Intel part could provide a benefit in workloads that are sensitive to cache capacity, though the AMD chip’s newer architecture might compensate with better cache utilization.

Memory support is another major difference. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 supports LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, and no memory bandwidth is listed in the database. The AMD chip’s quad-channel LPDDR5X configuration provides substantially higher memory bandwidth, which is critical for integrated graphics performance and certain compute workloads. Both processors support ECC memory, which is a feature for reliability-sensitive applications.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD chip uses the Radeon 8050S, while the Intel chip uses UHD Graphics 770. The Radeon 8050S, paired with the high memory bandwidth, is likely to be far more capable for graphical tasks, though no specific benchmark scores for the integrated GPU are in the database. The AMD processor is classified as a mobile part, while the Intel processor is a desktop part. The AMD chip uses the AMD Socket FP11, and the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part has PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel part has PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, meaning the Intel chip offers a newer PCIe standard.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not list any head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 and the Intel Core i9-14901TE. The headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty, and the winsA and winsB counts are both zero. Therefore, any direct comparison must rely on the AMD chip’s absolute scores and the Intel chip’s specifications.

For the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385, the Cinebench R15 multi-core score is 2865, and the single-core score is 404. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 11938, and the single-core score is 1685. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score is 28424, and the single-core score is 4012. These scores indicate that the AMD chip performs strongly in both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering tasks. The Passmark suite provides additional detail: data compression scores 379448, data encryption scores 18978, extended instructions score 31442, find prime numbers score 157, floating point math score 69580, integer math score 105056, multithread score 32075, physics score 1711, random string sorting score 40784, and single thread score 3995. The high integer math score of 105056 and floating point math score of 69580 suggest strong computational throughput for general-purpose and scientific workloads.

Without Intel benchmark scores, the comparison is one-sided. The Intel Core i9-14901TE has a higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus the AMD’s 5.00 GHz, which could give it an edge in lightly threaded workloads that rely on raw clock speed. The larger L3 cache of 36 MB versus 32 MB might help in data-intensive tasks. The Intel chip also has a lower TDP of 45 watts versus 55 watts, which could make it more suitable for power-constrained environments. However, the AMD chip’s newer 4 nm process and quad-channel memory with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth provide structural advantages that the Intel chip cannot match with its dual-channel memory and 10 nm process.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901TE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache size?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Does the AMD processor support more memory bandwidth?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 supports LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. The Intel Core i9-14901TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, and no memory bandwidth is listed.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has multiplierUnlocked set to false, and the Intel Core i9-14901TE also has multiplierUnlocked set to false.

Q: What are the integrated graphics options?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 uses the Radeon 8050S, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE uses UHD Graphics 770.

The Verdict

The data shows that the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 is a well-rounded processor with strong measured performance across single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Its 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database, combined with an average benchmark score of 43326, places it in a competitive tier alongside chips like the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 and Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, with deltas of -0.2% and +0.3% respectively. For users who prioritize sustained compute throughput, high memory bandwidth, and integrated graphics capability, the AMD part is the logical choice based on the recorded data.

The Intel Core i9-14901TE has no benchmark scores in the database, so its performance cannot be verified. It does offer a higher boost clock, larger L3 cache, and a lower TDP, but these are specifications, not measured results. The Intel chip’s dual-channel memory and 10 nm process are less advanced than the AMD chip’s quad-channel LPDDR5X and 4 nm process. For desktop users who need a specific socket type (Intel Socket 1700) or PCIe Gen 5 support, the Intel part may be preferable, but its performance claims are unverified in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 is the only one with empirical evidence, and that evidence points to a capable, high-performing processor.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification areas. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core i9-14901TE has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD chip has a TDP of 55 watts, and the Intel chip has a TDP of 45 watts. The AMD part uses the AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The manufacturing process differs: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, and Intel uses 10 nm from Intel. The die size of the Intel part is 257 mm², while the AMD die size is not listed.

Cache sizes differ in L2 and L3. Both have 80 KB L1 per core, but the AMD chip has 1 MB L2 per core, and the Intel chip has 2 MB L2 per core. The AMD chip has 32 MB shared L3, and the Intel chip has 36 MB shared L3. Memory support diverges significantly: the AMD chip supports LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no listed bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe versions differ: the AMD chip has Gen 4 with 16 lanes, and the Intel chip has Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics are Radeon 8050S on the AMD side and UHD Graphics 770 on the Intel side. The market segments are mobile for AMD and desktop for Intel. The release dates are 2025-01-05 for the AMD chip and 2024-06-30 for the Intel chip. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and neither has a launch MSRP listed.