AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core i7-14701E?

A: The AMD processor provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel processor provides 8 cores and 16 threads. This gives the AMD part a 50% advantage in both core and thread counts.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E reaches a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490's boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus, and the Intel Core i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core i7-14701E support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E ranks in the 83rd percentile, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 ranks in the 50th percentile.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core i7-14701E represent fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD part, codenamed Gorgon Halo, belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on the Zen 5 architecture. It uses a 4 nm process manufactured by TSMC and features a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel part, from the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture (Raptor Lake-R codename) on a 10 nm Intel process with a die size of 257 mm².

The cache hierarchies differ significantly between the two. Both processors share the same L1 cache size of 80 KB per core. However, the AMD processor has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel processor has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache presents a major difference: the AMD processor offers 64 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel processor provides 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives the AMD part nearly double the total L3 cache capacity.

Memory architecture also separates these two designs. The AMD processor uses LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus, delivering a memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, and the database does not record a specific memory bandwidth figure for it. The AMD part's quad-channel configuration with high-bandwidth LPDDR5X memory is a notable structural advantage for memory-intensive workloads.

The platform interfaces differ as well. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP11 and provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part's PCIe Gen 5 support offers a newer generation interface, while the AMD part remains on PCIe Gen 4.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 includes a Radeon 8050S, while the Intel Core i7-14701E includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor is classified as a mobile segment part, and the Intel processor is classified as a desktop segment part. The release dates differ, with the Intel part releasing on 2024-06-30 and the AMD part releasing on 2026-05-19.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear split in intended usage. The Intel Core i7-14701E holds the stronger benchmark record, ranking in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database with an average benchmark score of 33206. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490, by contrast, ranks in the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores in the database, giving it an average benchmark score of 0. This means the Intel processor has substantial measured performance data, while the AMD processor currently lacks any recorded benchmark results.

The Intel processor delivers a full suite of Cinebench and PassMark scores, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and a single-core score of 3133. The AMD processor has no comparable measurements in the database. For any user relying on measured performance, the Intel part is the only one with verified results.

The AMD processor does offer architectural advantages on paper: more cores (12 vs 8), more threads (24 vs 16), a smaller process node (4 nm vs 10 nm), a larger L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB), and higher memory bandwidth (273.1 GB/s vs no recorded figure). These specifications suggest potential for high-bandwidth and multi-threaded workloads, but without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm real-world performance.

The Intel processor is the choice for anyone who needs verified performance data, as its benchmark results span multiple Cinebench versions and PassMark tests. The AMD processor may have theoretical advantages on paper, but the absence of measured scores leaves its actual performance unverified. The Intel part also benefits from being in the 83rd percentile, far above the AMD part's 50th percentile ranking.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 | Intel Core i7-14701E |

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

| Cores | 12 | 8 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.60 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 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-05-19 | 2024-06-30 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

The AMD processor has a higher base clock (3.20 GHz vs 2.60 GHz) and a lower boost clock (5.00 GHz vs 5.40 GHz) than the Intel processor. The Intel part has a higher TDP of 65 W compared to the AMD part's 55 W. The AMD part uses a quad-channel memory bus, while the Intel part uses a dual-channel bus.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core i7-14701E. The AMD processor has an empty benchmarks array, meaning no Cinebench, PassMark, or other test scores are recorded for it. The Intel processor, by contrast, has 17 recorded benchmark scores across multiple test suites.

The Intel Core i7-14701E's nearest rivals in the database are all AMD or Intel mobile processors with similar average scores. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H scores 33201, a 0% delta from the Intel part's 33206 average. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS scores 33244, a -0.1% delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX scores 33091, a 0.3% delta. The Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089, a 0.4% delta. These rivals are all within 0.4% of the Intel part's average score, indicating a tight performance cluster.

The Intel processor's benchmark scores show its strengths. In Cinebench R23, it scores 22195 multi-core and 3133 single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 9321 multi-core and 1315 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2237 multi-core and 315 single-core. PassMark tests show a multi-thread score of 26112, a single-thread score of 4305, and a physics score of 2399. Integer math scores 81325, floating point math scores 61873, and extended instructions scores 18528. Data compression scores 282939, data encryption scores 14862, find prime numbers scores 176, and random string sorting scores 29158.

The AMD processor has no recorded wins because it has no recorded scores. The Intel processor has 17 recorded benchmark scores, but the head-to-head wins count is 0 for both parts because no direct comparison tests exist in the database. The winsA and winsB fields both show 0, reflecting the absence of direct comparative benchmarks.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E wins in every category where measured data exists, simply because the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no recorded benchmark scores. The Intel part demonstrates verified multi-core performance through Cinebench R23 (22195) and R20 (9321) scores, and its PassMark multi-thread score of 26112 confirms strong parallel processing capability. Single-core performance is also measured, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 3133 and PassMark single-thread at 4305.

The Intel processor's nearest rivals show that it competes closely with several mobile processors. Its average score of 33206 sits between the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H (33201, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (33244, -0.1% delta). This places it in a competitive mid-range performance band, with the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX (33091, 0.3% delta) and Intel Core i7-13650HX (33089, 0.4% delta) also within a fraction of a percent.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 wins on paper specifications that could translate to performance advantages in specific scenarios. Its 12 cores and 24 threads exceed the Intel part's 8 cores and 16 threads, which could benefit heavily threaded workloads. Its 64 MB of L3 cache is nearly double the Intel part's 33 MB, potentially aiding cache-sensitive applications. Its memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s with quad-channel LPDDR5X support is a substantial recorded figure, and the Intel part has no recorded memory bandwidth at all.

The AMD processor's 4 nm process node from TSMC represents a more advanced manufacturing technology compared to the Intel part's 10 nm node, which could indicate better power efficiency per unit of work. The AMD part's lower TDP of 55 W (vs 65 W) also suggests a more power-efficient design. However, these are architectural inferences, not measured performance outcomes.

The Intel processor wins in the database's percentile ranking, sitting at 83rd versus the AMD part's 50th. The Intel part also has a release date almost two years earlier (2024-06-30 vs 2026-05-19), meaning it has had more time to accumulate benchmark data. The AMD part's production status is active, as is the Intel part's, but the AMD part's lack of recorded benchmarks leaves its actual performance unverified in the database.

For workloads like data compression (282939), integer math (81325), and floating point math (61873), the Intel processor has direct measurements. The AMD processor has no equivalent scores. For workloads that might benefit from higher core counts, larger caches, or higher memory bandwidth, the AMD processor's specifications suggest potential, but no benchmark confirms it.