AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Core i7-14700F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 against the Intel Core i7-14700F. The recorded data only includes a full benchmark suite for the Intel part, while the AMD processor currently has no individual benchmark scores listed. This lack of direct comparison data means the relative performance picture must be assembled from the Intel part's standing among all CPUs and the architectural characteristics of the AMD part described in the specification records.

The Intel Core i7-14700F sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 53,620. Its nearest rivals in the aggregate rankings include the Intel Xeon 6505P at 53,701 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 at 53,469 (0.3% behind), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X at 53,288 (0.6% behind), and the AMD EPYC 7313P at 53,206 (0.8% behind). These margins are tight, placing the i7-14700F squarely in a cluster of high-end desktop and server processors.

Looking at the individual benchmarks recorded for the Intel part, the multi-threaded results are substantial: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,122 and a Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 14,751. Single-thread performance is also strong, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 4,958 and Cinebench R20 single-core at 2,082. Geekbench results show 19,620 for multi-core and 2,429 for single-core. PassMark tests reveal the processor's character: integer math at 155,808, floating point math at 107,005, extended instructions at 28,564, data compression at 505,885, and data encryption at 30,144. The multithread PassMark score is 41,317, and single-thread is 4,257.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 carries an average benchmark score of 0 in the database, with a 50th percentile ranking. That zero score does not represent a measured performance level; it indicates the absence of recorded benchmark entries. Consequently, any head-to-head comparison of actual scores cannot be produced from the database at this time. What the database does provide is a structural comparison: the AMD part uses a different core configuration, cache topology, memory architecture, and process node, all of which inform the expected performance envelope without yielding a direct numeric victory in either direction.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in manufacturing process and foundry. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die composed of 2x 70.6 mm² tiles. The Intel Core i7-14700F uses Intel's 10 nm process, with a monolithic die measuring 257 mm². The AMD part belongs to the Gorgon Halo codename and the Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5) generation, while the Intel part is Raptor Lake-R, from the Core 14th Gen series and the Raptor Lake Refresh generation.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD processor has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part has 20 cores and 28 threads. Both parts lock the multiplier, so neither supports unlocked overclocking through the multiplier. The AMD processor's base clock is 3.20 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel processor runs a lower base clock at 2.10 GHz but reaches a higher boost of 5.40 GHz.

Cache layouts are also distinct. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. The AMD part allocates 1 MB of L2 per core and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core but carries only 33 MB of shared L3. This gives the AMD chip a far larger total cache pool for its smaller core count.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus, delivering 273.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth, and supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i7-14700F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database, and also supports ECC memory. The AMD part's quad-channel LPDDR5X configuration is a mobile-oriented design aimed at high bandwidth in a compact package.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), offering newer signaling for attached devices despite the older process node.

Integrated graphics present another major split. The AMD part includes a Radeon 8050S integrated GPU, while the Intel Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics (N/A). This makes the AMD processor a self-contained solution for systems without a discrete GPU, whereas the Intel part requires a separate graphics card for any display output.

Market segment and socket underline the intended usage. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 is a mobile part on AMD Socket FP11, with a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Core i7-14700F is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700, with a TDP of 65 watts. Release dates also differ: the AMD part entered production with a release date of 2026-05-19, while the Intel part launched on 2024-01-07. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $359.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 records 273.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth over a quad-channel LPDDR5X bus. The Intel Core i7-14700F has no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database and uses a dual-channel bus supporting DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 includes a Radeon 8050S integrated GPU. The Intel Core i7-14700F has no integrated graphics.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700F rank among all CPUs in the database?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F sits at the 91st percentile with an average benchmark score of 53,620. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon 6505P (0.2% ahead), the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 (0.3% behind), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (0.6% behind), and the AMD EPYC 7313P (0.8% behind).

Q: What process nodes and foundries do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14700F uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Core i7-14700F has a TDP of 65 watts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 | Intel Core i7-14700F |

|---|---|---|

| Series | None recorded | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 12 | 20 |

| Threads | 24 | 28 |

| Base clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Raptor Lake-R |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5) | Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 64 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 273.1 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 8050S | N/A |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-05-19 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $359 |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | No |

| Part number | 100-000002141 | SRN3Z |

Fields not listed above are identical or unrecorded for both parts. L1 cache is 80 KB per core on both. Both support ECC memory. Both are active in production.

The Verdict

The database's benchmark records favor the Intel Core i7-14700F only in the sense that it is the sole part with measured scores. Its 91st percentile standing and average score of 53,620, placed within 0.8% of several high-end rivals, confirm it as a strong mainstream desktop processor for multi-threaded workloads. The recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,122 and Geekbench multi-core of 19,620 indicate a capable heavy-lifting part for rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. Its lack of integrated graphics means a discrete GPU is mandatory, which is typical for the F-series desktop lineup.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 presents a different trade-off based on its specification record. It offers fewer cores but a larger L3 cache (64 MB versus 33 MB), a much higher memory bandwidth (273.1 GB/s versus no recorded figure), and a more advanced 4 nm TSMC process versus Intel's 10 nm. It also includes a Radeon 8050S iGPU and a lower 55 W TDP, making it a mobile-oriented, self-contained compute package. The quad-channel LPDDR5X memory subsystem is designed for bandwidth-sensitive tasks in a compact form factor. With no benchmark scores recorded, the database cannot assign it a performance tier relative to the Intel part.

The data supports a clear split in intended use. The Intel Core i7-14700F, as a desktop part with 20 cores, a 5.40 GHz boost, PCIe Gen 5, and a 65 W TDP, is positioned for users building full desktop systems with discrete graphics and high thread counts. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490, as a mobile part with 12 cores, a 55 W TDP, integrated Radeon 8050S graphics, and quad-channel LPDDR5X, suits portable or space-constrained systems that need high memory bandwidth and graphics output without an add-in card.

Until the AMD part receives benchmark entries in the database, no numeric verdict between the two can be drawn. The Intel part's measured results establish a concrete performance baseline; the AMD part's specifications suggest a different class of machine rather than a direct rival. Users requiring recorded multi-threaded scores should look to the i7-14700F's dataset. Users prioritizing integrated graphics, memory bandwidth, and mobile packaging will find the AMD part's specification sheet more aligned with those priorities.