AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 vs Intel Core i5-14500HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 and the Intel Core i5-14500HX. This absence of paired measurements means the comparison must rely on the Intel part's recorded scores and the architectural data for both processors. The Intel Core i5-14500HX delivers a substantial multi-core showing, with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24234 and a Geekbench multi-core score of 10171. Its single-core results are similarly solid, reaching 3421 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 2129 in Geekbench single-core.

The Intel chip's average benchmark score of 35094 places it at the 84th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-12900HX with an average score of 35003 (a 0.3% delta), the Intel Core i7-13800H with 34988 (0.3%), the Intel Core 7 253PTE with 34962 (0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-12700K with 35287 (a -0.5% delta). These tight margins indicate the Core i5-14500HX sits in a competitive cluster where performance differences are minimal.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores and no nearest rivals in the database. Its percentile versus all CPUs is listed at 50, which suggests an average standing, but without measured results, the numerical comparison ends at the Intel side's data. The AMD part's specifications point to a different design philosophy: 8 cores and 16 threads against the Intel's 14 cores and 20 threads, with a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.90 GHz.

The Verdict

The data supports the Intel Core i5-14500HX as the measured performer in this pairing. Its benchmark scores are extensive and its percentile ranking is strong. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 lacks any recorded benchmark measurements, so the database cannot confirm its real-world performance. Users who prioritize verified multi-threaded workloads, such as rendering or compilation, will find the Intel part's 24234 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 28508 PassMark multi-thread score compelling evidence of capability.

The AMD processor, however, offers architectural advantages that the Intel chip cannot match. Its 4 nm process node from TSMC, compared to Intel's 10 nm node, suggests greater power efficiency per transistor. Its LPDDR5X memory support with quad-channel configuration and 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth far exceeds the Intel part's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 setup, which has no recorded bandwidth figure. For memory-intensive tasks, the AMD part's design indicates a clear advantage, even without benchmark confirmation.

The Intel Core i5-14500HX is the choice for users who demand proven performance across a wide range of tested workloads. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 is the choice for users who value memory bandwidth, process efficiency, and a newer generation design, accepting that its performance remains unverified in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 uses the Gorgon Halo codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC with a die size of 70.6 mm². The Intel Core i5-14500HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, with a Raptor Lake architecture and a Raptor Lake-HX Refresh generation. It is manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel with a die size of 257 mm².

The core configurations diverge significantly. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part has 14 cores and 20 threads. Both share the same L1 cache size at 80 KB per core, but the L2 cache differs: AMD uses 1 MB per core, while Intel uses 2 MB per core. The L3 cache also differs, with AMD providing 32 MB shared and Intel providing 24 MB shared.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 includes a Radeon 8050S, while the Intel Core i5-14500HX includes UHD Graphics 770. The memory architecture is another major split: AMD supports LPDDR5X with quad-channel memory and 273.1 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory and no recorded bandwidth figure. Both support ECC memory.

The PCIe interfaces also differ. AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The sockets are distinct: AMD Socket FP11 versus Intel BGA 1964. The AMD part has a locked multiplier, while the Intel part has an unlocked multiplier, indicating overclocking potential on the Intel side.

Specification Differences

The base clock differs: the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 runs at 3.60 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14500HX runs at 2.60 GHz. The boost clock is closer, with AMD at 5.00 GHz and Intel at 4.90 GHz. Both processors have the same TDP of 55 watts.

Core and thread counts differ as noted: AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, Intel has 14 cores and 20 threads. The process nodes differ: AMD at 4 nm, Intel at 10 nm. The die sizes differ: AMD at 70.6 mm², Intel at 257 mm².

Cache configurations show differences in L2 and L3, with L1 matching at 80 KB per core. AMD's L2 is 1 MB per core, Intel's is 2 MB per core. AMD's L3 is 32 MB shared, Intel's is 24 MB shared.

Memory support differs: AMD uses LPDDR5X with quad-channel and 273.1 GB/s bandwidth, Intel uses DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel and no recorded bandwidth. PCIe versions differ: AMD Gen 4, Intel Gen 5, both with 16 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ: Radeon 8050S versus UHD Graphics 770. The sockets differ: AMD Socket FP11 versus Intel BGA 1964. The release dates differ, with Intel launching on 2024-01-07 and AMD on 2026-05-19.

The Intel part has an unlocked multiplier; the AMD part does not. The part numbers are 100-000002144 for AMD and SRMXJ for Intel. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 records a memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s with quad-channel LPDDR5X support. The Intel Core i5-14500HX uses dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 and has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14500HX compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel part's average benchmark score of 35094 sits within 0.5% of its nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i9-12900HX at 35003 (0.3%), the Intel Core i7-13800H at 34988 (0.3%), the Intel Core 7 253PTE at 34962 (0.4%), and the Intel Core i7-12700K at 35287 (-0.5%).

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14500HX uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Both processors support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has an unlocked multiplier?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500HX has an unlocked multiplier, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has a locked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14500HX wins in all recorded benchmark categories, as the AMD processor has no measured scores. The Intel part's Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2442, Cinebench R20 multi-core of 10178, and Cinebench R23 multi-core of 24234 demonstrate strong multi-threaded performance. Its single-core results, including 344 in Cinebench R15, 1436 in R20, and 3421 in R23, show competitive single-thread capability. The PassMark suite adds further evidence, with multithread at 28508, integer math at 95584, floating point math at 69442, and data compression at 333851.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 wins on specification grounds where the Intel part has no answer. Its 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth is a recorded figure that dwarfs the Intel part's unspecified bandwidth. Its 4 nm process node indicates newer manufacturing technology. Its Radeon 8050S integrated graphics may offer different capabilities than Intel's UHD Graphics 770, though no benchmark data confirms this.

For workloads that depend on verified multi-core throughput, such as video rendering, 3D modeling, or software compilation, the Intel Core i5-14500HX is the proven option. For workloads that depend on memory bandwidth, such as large dataset manipulation or high-performance computing tasks, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 appears designed to excel, though the database lacks confirmation. The Intel part's unlocked multiplier also provides overclocking headroom that the AMD part does not offer. The AMD part's newer release date and smaller die size suggest a more recent design, but the absence of benchmark measurements leaves its actual performance an open question.