AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Core i5-14500 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i5-14500 is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark data. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no benchmark scores in the database, so a direct numerical comparison is not possible. The database lists the i5-14500 with an average benchmark score of 38,531. Its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 86, meaning it outperforms the majority of processors in the database.

The i5-14500 posts its strongest results in Cinebench multi-core tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 15,012. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the score is 10,985, and in Cinebench R15 multi-core it reaches 2,435. Single-core results are also solid, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 1,917, Cinebench R20 single-core at 1,550, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 273.

Geekbench results show 13,390 in multi-core and 2,099 in single-core. PassMark tests cover a range of workloads. The data compression test scores 371,294, while data encryption scores 21,457. Extended instructions score 22,473, and finding prime numbers scores 106. Floating point math reaches 79,576, integer math reaches 108,124, and the multithread score is 30,777. Physics scores 1,746, random string sorting scores 40,980, and single-thread performance scores 3,952.

The nearest rivals to the i5-14500 in the database are all Intel parts. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has an average score of 38,561, which is 0.1% below the i5-14500. The Intel Xeon w3-2525 scores 38,392, or 0.4% lower. The Intel Core 9 270H scores 38,335, which is 0.5% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H scores 38,312, or 0.6% lower. These margins are tight, placing the i5-14500 at the top of this small group by a narrow but consistent margin.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-14500 is a desktop part with a 14-core, 20-thread configuration. The Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 is a mobile part with 12 cores and 24 threads. Without benchmark scores for the Ryzen, the only way to assess its strengths is through its specifications.

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the i5-14500 uses Intel's 10 nm process. The Ryzen has a larger L3 cache at 64 MB compared to the i5-14500's 24 MB shared L3. Memory bandwidth is another clear difference: the Ryzen supports quad-channel LPDDR5X with a rated bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s, while the i5-14500 supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 with no bandwidth figure listed in the database.

The i5-14500 wins on core count with 14 cores versus 12, but the Ryzen wins on thread count with 24 threads versus 20. Both processors boost to 5.00 GHz. Base clocks differ, with the Ryzen at 3.20 GHz and the i5-14500 at 2.60 GHz. The Ryzen's higher base clock and thread count suggest strong multi-threaded potential, while the i5-14500's extra physical cores and desktop power envelope of 65 W versus 55 W indicate a different design target.

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 also includes the Radeon 8050S integrated graphics, while the i5-14500 uses UHD Graphics 770. The Ryzen is built for mobile platforms on AMD Socket FP11, whereas the i5-14500 targets desktop systems on Intel Socket 1700. The i5-14500 supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the Ryzen supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14500 has 20 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the Intel Core i5-14500?

A: The i5-14500 has an average benchmark score of 38,531, with a percentile ranking of 86 among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the database currently lists no benchmark scores for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 490. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: Both processors boost to 5.00 GHz. Neither has a higher boost clock than the other.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus. The Intel Core i5-14500 supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14500 has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Ryzen's base clock is 3.20 GHz, and the i5-14500's base clock is 2.60 GHz. Both share a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Thermal design power differs: the Ryzen is rated at 55 W, the i5-14500 at 65 W. The Ryzen uses AMD Socket FP11, while the i5-14500 uses Intel Socket 1700. The Ryzen's market segment is mobile, while the i5-14500 is a desktop processor.

Memory support is a major split. The Ryzen uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth. The i5-14500 supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no listed bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ: the Ryzen offers PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the i5-14500 offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics are also different, with the Ryzen using Radeon 8050S and the i5-14500 using UHD Graphics 770.

The Ryzen was released on 2026-05-19, and the i5-14500 was released on 2024-01-07. The i5-14500 has a launch MSRP of $232. The Ryzen has no launch MSRP listed. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 is built on the Gorgon Halo codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO series based on Zen 5. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel Core i5-14500 is part of the Core 14th Gen series with the Raptor Lake architecture and Raptor Lake-R codename. It is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm².

Cache layouts are distinct. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The Ryzen has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the i5-14500 has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. The Ryzen has 64 MB of L3 cache, while the i5-14500 has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen's larger L3 cache is a meaningful architectural advantage for workloads that fit within it.

The Ryzen's memory architecture is another differentiator. Its quad-channel LPDDR5X support with 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth is designed for high-throughput mobile computing. The i5-14500's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support is a more conventional desktop memory configuration, and the database does not list a bandwidth figure for it.

The Ryzen is a mobile processor with a 55 W TDP and a 4 nm process, which points to an emphasis on performance per watt. The i5-14500 is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP and a 10 nm process, which points to a more traditional desktop power profile. The Ryzen's integrated Radeon 8050S graphics are paired with a mobile design, while the i5-14500's UHD Graphics 770 is a standard desktop integrated solution.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-14500 is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark results, so any choice based on measured performance must favor Intel. Its average benchmark score of 38,531 and 86th percentile ranking place it ahead of its nearest rivals in the database, including the Intel Core Ultra 5 235T, Intel Xeon w3-2525, Intel Core 9 270H, and Intel Core Ultra 9 285H. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15,012 and Geekbench multi-core score of 13,390 confirm solid all-around performance.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 presents a different set of strengths based on specifications. Its 24 threads exceed the i5-14500's 20 threads, which can benefit heavily threaded workloads. Its 64 MB L3 cache is more than double the i5-14500's 24 MB, and its quad-channel LPDDR5X memory with 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth is a substantial advantage for memory-sensitive tasks. The 4 nm TSMC process also suggests better efficiency than the 10 nm Intel process.

The Ryzen targets mobile systems with a 55 W TDP and a mobile market segment, while the i5-14500 targets desktops with a 65 W TDP. The i5-14500 offers PCIe Gen 5 support, while the Ryzen is limited to PCIe Gen 4. The i5-14500 also has a release date of 2024-01-07 and a launch MSRP of $232, while the Ryzen's release date is 2026-05-19 with no MSRP listed.

Users who need measured, verified performance data should look at the i5-14500, as it has benchmark scores across multiple test suites and a strong percentile ranking. Users who need a mobile processor with high thread counts, a large cache, and high memory bandwidth should consider the Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 based on its specification sheet. The i5-14500 is the only part with empirical evidence in the database, and it holds its own against its nearest rivals. The Ryzen remains a specification-only proposition until benchmark data is recorded.