AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 vs Intel Core i5-14500HX Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents an unusual situation: the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has no benchmark entries in the database, while the Intel Core i5-14500HX carries a full suite of 19 recorded scores. This means every measurable win in the head-to-head comparison currently belongs to the Intel part, not because it is demonstrably superior, but because the AMD processor has no published measurements to compare against.

The Intel Core i5-14500HX shows its strongest results in multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24234 and the PassMark multithread score of 28508 position it as a capable mobile workstation processor. Single-thread performance is equally well documented: Cinebench R23 singlecore reaches 3421, and PassMark singlethread sits at 3629. These results confirm a balanced profile across both lightly threaded and heavily threaded applications.

The AMD processor, by contrast, offers no verified performance data in the database. Its percentile ranking of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, but this ranking appears without any supporting benchmark scores. The average benchmark score of 0 reinforces the absence of measurements. For any workload category, whether rendering, compilation, or productivity, the database cannot currently confirm an AMD win.

The one area where the AMD part holds a structural advantage is memory bandwidth. The database lists 273.1 GB/s for the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495, while the Intel part lacks a recorded memory bandwidth figure entirely. Workloads that saturate memory bandwidth, such as large dataset manipulation or certain scientific simulations, would theoretically favor the AMD design, but without benchmark confirmation, this remains speculative.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 uses the Gorgon Halo codename with a Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5) generation label. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14500HX belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture, carries the Raptor Lake-HX codename, and is manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel. The process node difference alone suggests the AMD part benefits from a more advanced fabrication technology.

Core configurations differ significantly. The AMD processor provides 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel processor provides 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD part therefore delivers two additional cores and twelve additional threads. This thread advantage should translate into better parallel scaling in heavily threaded workloads, assuming the software can utilize the extra threads.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both parts share an 80 KB L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: AMD uses 1 MB per core, while Intel uses 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a substantial difference. The AMD processor includes 64 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel processor has 24 MB shared L3. This 40 MB gap in last-level cache could meaningfully affect workloads with large working sets.

Memory support reveals another architectural split. The AMD processor supports LPDDR5X memory across a quad-channel bus. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel bus. The AMD memory bandwidth figure of 273.1 GB/s reflects the wider quad-channel implementation. Both processors support ECC memory, which matters for workstation reliability.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part offers newer PCIe generations for peripheral connectivity, though the practical impact depends on the devices attached.

Clock speeds favor the AMD processor. The AMD base clock is 3.10 GHz with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel base clock is 2.60 GHz with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Both parts share a 55 watt TDP. The AMD part achieves higher clocks within the same power envelope.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD pairs the processor with a Radeon 8065S, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not provide iGPU benchmark scores for either part, so relative graphics performance cannot be quantified.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14500HX has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD part offers two additional cores and twelve additional threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD processor boosts to 5.20 GHz. The Intel processor boosts to 4.90 GHz. The AMD part has a 0.30 GHz higher boost clock.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both use 80 KB L1 per core. The AMD processor has 1 MB L2 per core and 64 MB L3. The Intel processor has 2 MB L2 per core and 24 MB shared L3.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory interfaces?

A: The AMD processor supports LPDDR5X over a quad-channel bus with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded.

Q: What silicon process do they use?

A: The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel processor uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes. The database lists both the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and the Intel Core i5-14500HX as having an Active production status.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 | Intel Core i5-14500HX |

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

| Cores | 16 | 14 |

| Threads | 32 | 20 |

| Base clock | 3.10 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5) | Core i5 (Raptor Lake-HX 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 | 24 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 | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 8065S | UHD Graphics 770 |

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

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part number | 100-000002124 | SRMXJ |

The release dates show a significant gap. The Intel processor launched in January 2024. The AMD processor has a recorded release date of May 2026. This places the AMD part as a much newer design.

The die size comparison is notable. The AMD processor uses a dual-die configuration with each die at 70.6 mm², totaling roughly 141.2 mm². The Intel processor uses a single 257 mm² die. The smaller AMD dies reflect the denser 4 nm process.

The multiplier unlocked status differs. The Intel processor allows unlocked multiplier adjustment. The AMD processor does not. This matters for overclocking scenarios, though the database does not record overclocking results.

Both parts share the same 55 watt TDP, the same 80 KB L1 per core, ECC memory support, mobile market segment, and Active production status. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database is empty. No direct comparison scores exist between the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and the Intel Core i5-14500HX. The Intel processor, however, has a comprehensive benchmark record that establishes its performance baseline.

The Intel Core i5-14500HX achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24234 and a singlecore score of 3421. The Cinebench R20 results show 10178 multicore and 1436 singlecore. The Cinebench R15 results show 2442 multicore and 344 singlecore. These escalating scores across R15, R20, and R23 reflect the progressive workload difficulty of each benchmark version.

Geekbench results record 10171 multicore and 2129 singlecore. PassMark results cover a range of specialized workloads. The multithread score of 28508 and singlethread score of 3629 anchor the general performance picture. Integer math reaches 95584, floating point math reaches 69442, and extended instructions reach 20019. Data compression scores 333851, while data encryption scores 19502. Random string sorting reaches 36219. Prime number finding scores 130. Physics scores 1911.

The Intel processor ranks at the 84th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 35094. The nearest rivals show tight competition. The Intel Core i9-12900HX scores 35003, a 0.3 percent difference. The Intel Core i7-13800H scores 34988, also a 0.3 percent difference. The Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 34962, a 0.4 percent difference. The Intel Core i7-12700K scores 35287, a negative 0.5 percent difference, meaning the i5-14500HX trails that desktop part by half a percent.

The AMD processor has no comparable benchmark data. Its percentile of 50 and average score of 0 leave no basis for quantitative comparison. Any statement about the AMD part's performance relative to the Intel part would require measurements that the database does not currently contain.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear but incomplete picture. The Intel Core i5-14500HX is a fully measured processor with an 84th percentile ranking, an average score of 35094, and verified performance across 19 benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has no recorded benchmarks, a 50th percentile ranking, and an average score of 0.

For users selecting a processor based on verified benchmark data, the Intel Core i5-14500HX is the only option with measurable performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24234 and PassMark multithread score of 28508 establish it as a solid mobile processor in the database's rankings. The 84th percentile placement confirms it outperforms the majority of recorded CPUs.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 offers compelling specifications on paper. The 16 cores and 32 threads exceed the Intel part's 14 cores and 20 threads. The 64 MB L3 cache quadruples the Intel part's 24 MB. The 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth on a quad-channel LPDDR5X interface suggests strong memory-bound performance. The 4 nm TSMC process and 5.20 GHz boost clock indicate a modern, power-efficient design.

These specifications, however, remain unverified. The database contains no benchmark scores for the AMD processor, so its real-world performance cannot be confirmed. The 50th percentile ranking may be a placeholder rather than a measured value.

The choice depends on what the data can support. The Intel Core i5-14500HX delivers verified, competitive performance with an 84th percentile ranking. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 offers superior specifications on paper but no measured results. Users who prioritize confirmed performance data would select the Intel part. Users who value the architectural advantages of more cores, more threads, larger cache, and higher memory bandwidth would consider the AMD part once benchmark measurements become available. Until the database records AMD benchmark results, the Intel Core i5-14500HX stands as the only processor in this comparison with documented performance evidence.