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

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and Intel Core i7-14700HX are both mobile processors aimed at high-performance laptops, but they approach the task from very different design philosophies. The database contains a complete benchmark profile for the Intel part, while the AMD processor currently has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison: the Intel Core i7-14700HX can be measured directly, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 must be assessed through its architectural specifications and feature set.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a full set of recorded measurements across Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark tests. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 24595, with a single-core score of 2103. In the older Cinebench R20 suite, the Intel chip records 13059 multi-core and 1843 single-core. The R15 results show 3812 multi-core and 296 single-core. These numbers place the Intel processor at the 89th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 45953.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no benchmark entries, no average score, and sits at the 50th percentile by default. Its percentile rank is a placeholder, not a measurement. The head-to-head benchmark table between these two parts is empty, and the win count for each side is zero. This means there are no direct numeric comparisons available from the recorded data. The Intel part’s nearest rivals in the database are the AMD EPYC 7303 with an average score of 45960, the AMD EPYC 4364P at 45970, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 at 46030, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 at 46062. The closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, trails the Intel Core i7-14700HX by 0.2 percent. The two EPYC parts are effectively tied with the Intel chip, showing a zero percent difference.

For workloads measured by PassMark, the Intel Core i7-14700HX delivers a multi-thread score of 36566 and a single-thread score of 3947. Its integer math score is 131296, floating point math is 93836, and extended instructions score 25718. Data compression reaches 438539, data encryption hits 26092, and random string sorting records 48544. Physics processing scores 2252, and finding prime numbers scores 165. Geekbench results show 14390 multi-core and 2116 single-core.

Because the AMD chip has no scores, the only head-to-head analysis possible is qualitative. The Intel processor demonstrates strong multi-threaded throughput, particularly in Cinebench R23 where its 24595 score reflects the benefit of 20 cores and 28 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 offers 12 cores and 24 threads, which suggests it will trail in heavily parallel workloads, but the absence of data prevents a numeric conclusion.

FAQ

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

A: No. The AMD processor has an empty benchmark array, an average benchmark score of zero, and a percentile rank of 50, which is a default value rather than a measured result. All recorded scores belong to the Intel Core i7-14700HX.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14700HX compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Intel chip’s average benchmark score is 45953. The AMD EPYC 7303 scores 45960, a zero percent difference. The AMD EPYC 4364P scores 45970, also zero percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 46030, which is 0.2 percent lower than the Intel part, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 scores 46062, also 0.2 percent lower. The Intel Core i7-14700HX sits at the 89th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Intel part provides 8 more physical cores and 4 more threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX boosts to 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 boosts to 5.00 GHz. The Intel chip has a 0.50 GHz advantage in maximum boost. The base clocks are 2.10 GHz for Intel and 3.20 GHz for AMD.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it supports overclocking. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has a locked multiplier and does not support overclocking.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel Core i7-14700HX supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus; its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses the Zen 5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC. Its codename is Gorgon Halo, and it belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation. The die size is listed as 2x 70.6 mm², indicating a chiplet design with two separate dies. The integrated graphics are Radeon 8050S, and the processor uses the AMD Socket FP11.

The Intel Core i7-14700HX uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX refresh, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel. The codename is Raptor Lake-HX, and the die size is a single 257 mm² die. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770, and the processor uses the Intel BGA 1964 socket.

The cache layouts differ significantly. Both processors share an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache is substantially different: the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 64 MB, while the Intel Core i7-14700HX has 33 MB shared. The AMD processor’s L3 cache is nearly double the Intel part’s, which can benefit workloads with large working sets that fit in cache.

Memory architecture also diverges. The AMD processor uses quad-channel LPDDR5X with a recorded bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel processor uses dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The AMD part’s quad-channel configuration and higher bandwidth target memory-intensive applications like integrated graphics workloads and data-heavy tasks.

PCIe support differs by generation. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core i7-14700HX provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part has a newer PCIe standard, which offers higher potential transfer rates for compatible devices, though no specific throughput numbers are recorded.

Both processors support ECC memory, which is a shared feature. The production status for both is active, and both target the mobile market segment.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specification fields. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads. Base clocks are 3.20 GHz for AMD and 2.10 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.00 GHz for AMD and 5.50 GHz for Intel. Both have a TDP of 55.

The process node is 4 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. The foundry is TSMC for AMD and Intel for the Intel part. Die size is 2x 70.6 mm² for AMD and 257 mm² for Intel. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core for AMD and 2 MB per core for Intel. The L3 cache is 64 MB for AMD and 33 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support is LPDDR5X for AMD and DDR4, DDR5 for Intel. The memory bus is quad-channel for AMD and dual-channel for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 273.1 GB/s for AMD, with no value recorded for Intel. PCIe is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for AMD and Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon 8050S for AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for Intel.

The socket is AMD Socket FP11 for AMD and Intel BGA 1964 for Intel. The multiplier is locked for AMD and unlocked for Intel. The part numbers are 100-000002141 for AMD and SRMXG for Intel. Release dates are 2026-05-19 for AMD and 2024-01-07 for Intel. The AMD processor has no recorded launch MSRP, and neither does the Intel part.

The generation field shows Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5) for AMD and Core i7 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) for Intel. The series field is null for AMD and Core 14th Gen for Intel. The architecture field is null for AMD and Raptor Lake for Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700HX wins in any scenario where measured performance matters, because it is the only processor with recorded scores. Its 20 cores and 28 threads provide a clear advantage in multi-threaded rendering, compilation, and encoding workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24595 indicates strong sustained throughput for CPU-bound tasks. The PassMark multi-thread score of 36566 and integer math score of 131296 reinforce this pattern. The unlocked multiplier allows overclocking, which can further extend performance in supported systems.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 wins in areas where its specifications suggest advantages. The 64 MB L3 cache is double the Intel chip’s 33 MB, which can reduce memory latency for cache-resident workloads. The quad-channel LPDDR5X memory with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth is a significant edge for integrated graphics performance and memory-intensive applications. The Radeon 8050S integrated graphics is likely more capable than the Intel UHD Graphics 770, though no benchmark scores exist to confirm this. The 4 nm process node from TSMC indicates a denser, potentially more power-efficient design compared to Intel’s 10 nm node. The base clock of 3.20 GHz is higher than Intel’s 2.10 GHz, which can benefit lightly threaded tasks that rely on base frequency.

For single-threaded performance, the Intel part’s boost clock of 5.50 GHz is 0.50 GHz higher than AMD’s 5.00 GHz. The recorded single-core Cinebench R23 score of 2103 and Geekbench single-core score of 2116 confirm strong single-thread capability. The AMD chip has no such measurements, so its single-thread performance cannot be quantified.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the only processor with measurable performance. It delivers a 24595 multi-core score in Cinebench R23, a 14390 multi-core score in Geekbench, and a 36566 multi-thread score in PassMark. It ranks at the 89th percentile among all CPUs and sits within 0.2 percent of its nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and Intel Core Ultra 5 235. Its 20 cores, 28 threads, and 5.50 GHz boost clock make it a strong choice for multi-threaded and high-frequency workloads. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for overclocking.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 cannot be evaluated on measured performance because no scores exist. Its 12 cores and 24 threads suggest lower multi-threaded throughput than the Intel part. Its 64 MB L3 cache, quad-channel LPDDR5X memory with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth, and Radeon 8050S graphics point toward strengths in integrated graphics and memory-heavy tasks. The 4 nm process node implies a newer manufacturing technology. However, without benchmark results, any performance claim remains speculative.

For a buyer choosing between these two, the data supports the Intel Core i7-14700HX for general-purpose performance, particularly in CPU-bound tasks. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 may appeal to those prioritizing integrated graphics capability and memory bandwidth, but the absence of measurements means its actual performance is unverified. The Intel part’s 89th percentile rank and complete benchmark profile provide a concrete basis for selection, while the AMD part’s 50th percentile default rank offers no such evidence.