AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U vs Intel Core i5-14501TE Comparison

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U and Intel Core i5-14501TE are both 6-core, 12-thread processors, but they target different segments within the embedded market. The database shows the AMD part is a mobile design with a 28 W TDP, Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel part is a desktop design with a 45 W TDP, Raptor Lake architecture on Intel's 10 nm process, and a higher boost clock of 5.10 GHz. Neither processor has recorded benchmark scores in the database, so the verdict rests entirely on architectural and specification differences.

For applications that prioritize power efficiency, integrated graphics performance, and a compact mobile platform, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U is the clear selection. Its 28 W TDP is substantially lower than the Intel part's 45 W, and it uses a more advanced 4 nm process from TSMC. The Radeon 760M integrated graphics is a newer, more capable GPU compared to Intel's UHD Graphics 770, which makes the AMD part more suitable for workloads that offload graphical tasks to the iGPU.

For applications that require the highest single-thread boost frequency and larger cache pools, the Intel Core i5-14501TE is the better choice. It boosts to 5.10 GHz, which is 200 MHz higher than the AMD part's 4.90 GHz. It also carries more L3 cache, 24 MB versus 16 MB, and larger per-core L1 and L2 caches. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5, offering 16 lanes, while the AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The Intel part is a desktop socket LGA 1700 processor, which means it can be paired with a wider range of standard desktop motherboards. The AMD part uses the FP8 socket, a BGA-style mobile package, which typically requires a custom board design. The data indicates these processors were released within three months of each other, the AMD part in April 2024 and the Intel part in June 2024, and both remain in active production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is 200 MHz higher than the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U's 4.90 GHz boost clock.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a TDP of 45 W. The AMD part draws 17 W less, per the specification sheets.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

Q: What is the cache configuration difference?

A: The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has more cache at every level.

Q: Which processor has a smaller die size?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U has a die size of 178 mm², manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14501TE has a die size of 215 mm², manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Intel Core i5-14501TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also in a dual-channel configuration. Both support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U is part of the 8000 series, using the Hawk Point codename with Zen 4 cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC and contains 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-14501TE belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake-R codename with Raptor Lake cores. It is built on Intel's 10 nm process and has a 215 mm² die size. The transistor count for the Intel part is not recorded in the database.

The cache hierarchy differs notably. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Intel part offers 50% more L3 cache and larger per-core caches, which can benefit workloads with repeated data access patterns.

The integrated graphics differ significantly. The AMD part uses the Radeon 760M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The Radeon 760M is part of the newer RDNA-based lineup, while UHD Graphics 770 is based on Intel's Xe architecture. The database does not provide benchmark scores for either iGPU, so a direct performance comparison cannot be made from the recorded data.

The memory controllers also differ. The AMD part supports only DDR5, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part has no memory bandwidth figure recorded. Both are dual-channel and both support ECC memory.

The PCIe capabilities are another differentiator. The AMD part provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Gen 5 offers higher per-lane bandwidth, but the AMD part offers more total lanes.

The market segments differ. The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor, while the Intel part is classified as a desktop processor. This classification affects the socket types: the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, a mobile BGA package, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop LGA package.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are identical: 6 cores and 12 threads for both processors. The base clocks differ. The AMD part has a base clock of 3.50 GHz, while the Intel part has a base clock of 2.20 GHz. The AMD part runs 1.30 GHz higher at base. The boost clocks also differ, but in the opposite direction. The Intel part boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the AMD part boosts to 4.90 GHz. The Intel part runs 200 MHz higher at boost.

The TDP ratings differ by 17 W. The AMD part is rated at 28 W and the Intel part at 45 W. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either part.

The process technology differs: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. The die size is 178 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. The AMD part has a recorded transistor count of 25,000 million, while the Intel part has no recorded transistor count.

The cache configurations differ at every level, as described above. The L1 per core is 64 KB for AMD and 80 KB for Intel. The L2 per core is 1 MB for AMD and 1.25 MB for Intel. The L3 shared is 16 MB for AMD and 24 MB for Intel.

Memory support differs. AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory and dual-channel operation.

PCIe support differs. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ. AMD uses Radeon 760M. Intel uses UHD Graphics 770.

The release dates differ. The AMD part was released on April 1, 2024. The Intel part was released on June 30, 2024. Both are in active production.

Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no recorded benchmark scores for either processor. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counts for both processors are zero. The average benchmark score is zero for both, and both sit at the 50th percentile in the database's overall CPU rankings. This means a direct performance comparison cannot be made from measured data.

The specifications, however, provide a basis for expected performance in certain areas. The Intel part has a 5.10 GHz boost clock, which is 4.1% higher than the AMD part's 4.90 GHz. In single-threaded workloads that scale with frequency, the Intel part has a nominal advantage. The AMD part has a 3.50 GHz base clock, which is 59.1% higher than the Intel part's 2.20 GHz. In sustained all-core workloads that run at base clock, the AMD part has a nominal advantage.

The cache differences also suggest performance deltas. The Intel part has 24 MB of L3 versus 16 MB, a 50% larger pool. It also has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches. This gives the Intel part a structural advantage in workloads that fit within the larger cache. The AMD part has a smaller die and a more advanced process node, which suggests lower power draw and potentially better thermal behavior, but this is not quantified by benchmark scores.

The memory bandwidth is recorded only for the AMD part at 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part has no recorded memory bandwidth, so a comparison cannot be made on that metric. The AMD part also has more PCIe lanes, 20 versus 16, though the Intel part uses the newer Gen 5 standard.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8640U wins in power efficiency. Its 28 W TDP is 37.8% lower than the Intel part's 45 W. The 4 nm process node and 178 mm² die size indicate a denser, more power-efficient design. The mobile FP8 socket and mobile market segment classification confirm this processor is intended for compact, power-constrained embedded systems.

The AMD part also wins on PCIe lane count. It provides 20 Gen 4 lanes from the CPU, four more than the Intel part's 16 Gen 5 lanes. For systems that need to connect multiple peripherals, the extra lanes are a practical advantage, even if each lane is slower than Gen 5.

The AMD part has the higher base clock by 1.30 GHz, which matters for workloads that run at fixed frequencies without boosting. Its recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is a concrete figure, while the Intel part has no recorded bandwidth, giving the AMD part a documented advantage in that specification.

The Intel Core i5-14501TE wins on boost clock. Its 5.10 GHz is the highest frequency in this comparison, which favors lightly threaded workloads that can sustain boost. The larger cache hierarchy, 24 MB L3, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 80 KB L1 per core, gives it an advantage in data-heavy workloads that benefit from larger on-chip storage.

The Intel part wins on memory flexibility by supporting both DDR4 and DDR5. This allows system designers to use existing DDR4 memory infrastructure or move to DDR5. The AMD part is limited to DDR5.

The Intel part wins on PCIe generation. Gen 5 offers higher per-lane bandwidth than Gen 4, which matters for high-throughput expansion cards, even though the lane count is lower.

The desktop socket LGA 1700 gives the Intel part a wider ecosystem of standard motherboards, while the AMD FP8 socket requires board designs specific to the mobile package. Both processors support ECC memory, which is important for embedded and reliability-focused deployments.

Neither processor has benchmark scores in the database, so these conclusions are drawn strictly from the recorded specifications. The AMD part is the choice for power-sensitive, compact designs with a strong integrated GPU. The Intel part is the choice for maximum boost frequency, larger cache, and memory flexibility.