AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: What process nodes are used by these two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is built on TSMC's 4 nm process. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses Intel's 10 nm process.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U and the Intel Core i5-14401E support ECC memory.

Q: What is the market segment for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U is classified as a Mobile segment processor. The Intel Core i5-14401E is classified as a Desktop segment processor.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has an average benchmark score of 5253, placing it in the 60th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no recorded benchmark scores and sits at the 50th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U and Intel Core i5-14401E present fundamentally different architectural approaches. The AMD part uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, part of the 8000 series. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 178 mm² and 25,000 million transistors. The Intel chip uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of Core 14th Gen. It is built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm².

The AMD processor features 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Despite having fewer cores, the Intel chip carries more cache per core and more total L3 cache.

The socket and platform requirements diverge. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor is marked for the mobile market segment, while the Intel processor targets desktop. PCIe support also differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Memory support shows AMD supporting DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD's memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s; the Intel chip has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses the Radeon 780M, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses UHD Graphics 730. Both processors are active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD chip was released on April 1, 2024, while the Intel chip was released on June 30, 2024.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14401E across multiple Cinebench tests, but the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no recorded benchmark scores. This makes direct comparison one-sided, but the Intel data provides a clear picture of its performance tier.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core i5-14401E scores 1830 in multi-core and 258 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7627 in multi-core and 1076 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18161 in multi-core and 2564 in single-core. These scores place the Intel chip at the 60th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 5253.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-14401E provide context for its standing. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 has an average score of 5259, which is 0.1% higher than the i5-14401E. The Intel Core i7-11700B scores 5241, which is 0.2% lower. The Intel Core i9-10850K scores 5240, also 0.2% lower. The Intel Core i5-13400T scores 5210, which is 0.8% lower. These deltas are all within one percentage point, indicating the i5-14401E sits in a tightly packed performance cluster.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark entries, the database cannot confirm its performance against the Intel chip. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counts are zero for both processors. The data indicates that the Intel part has verified performance figures, while the AMD part's performance remains unmeasured in the database.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear imbalance in available measurements. The Intel Core i5-14401E has six Cinebench scores across three test versions, an average benchmark score of 5253, and a 60th percentile ranking. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark scores, zero average score, and a 50th percentile ranking based on its position among all CPUs.

For users who need verified multi-core rendering performance, the Intel Core i5-14401E delivers confirmed results. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18161 and single-core score of 2564 provide concrete reference points. The Intel chip also holds a 60th percentile position, above the AMD chip's 50th percentile.

For users who prioritize core count, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U offers 8 cores and 16 threads versus the Intel's 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD chip also has a higher base clock (3.30 GHz vs 2.50 GHz) and a higher boost clock (5.10 GHz vs 4.70 GHz). However, without benchmark data, the practical performance advantage of those specifications cannot be quantified from the database.

The AMD chip uses a smaller 4 nm process node and a smaller die (178 mm² vs 215 mm²), which suggests potential efficiency advantages, but the database does not include power consumption measurements. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD chip supports DDR5 only. Both support ECC memory. The Intel chip offers PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, while the AMD chip offers PCIe Gen 4.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specifications. Core counts: AMD has 8 cores, Intel has 6. Thread counts: AMD has 16, Intel has 12. Base clock: AMD runs at 3.30 GHz, Intel at 2.50 GHz. Boost clock: AMD reaches 5.10 GHz, Intel reaches 4.70 GHz. TDP: AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 65 W. Socket: AMD uses Socket FP8, Intel uses Socket 1700.

Architecture and process: AMD uses Zen 4 on 4 nm TSMC, Intel uses Raptor Lake on 10 nm Intel. Die size: AMD is 178 mm², Intel is 215 mm². Transistor count is recorded for AMD at 25,000 million, but no figure is available for Intel. Cache: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3 shared. Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB L3 shared.

Memory support: AMD supports DDR5 only, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD is rated at 89.6 GB/s, Intel has no recorded figure. PCIe: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 780M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Market segment: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Release date: AMD launched April 1, 2024, Intel launched June 30, 2024.

Both processors support ECC memory, both have locked multipliers, both are active in production, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP. The Intel part has a recorded part number (Q49JSRNJS), while the AMD part's part number is unknown.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in measured performance. The database shows confirmed Cinebench scores across R15, R20, and R23, with an average benchmark score of 5253 and a 60th percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals all fall within 0.8% of its average score, confirming it sits in a competitive performance band. For workloads where verified multi-threaded and single-threaded rendering performance matters, the Intel chip has the only recorded evidence.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U wins in specification-driven advantages. It offers more cores (8 vs 6) and more threads (16 vs 12). It has a significantly higher base clock (3.30 GHz vs 2.50 GHz) and a higher boost clock (5.10 GHz vs 4.70 GHz). Its TDP is much lower at 28 W versus 65 W, suggesting greater power efficiency. It uses a smaller 4 nm process node, which typically indicates a more advanced manufacturing technology. Its integrated Radeon 780M graphics may offer different capabilities than Intel's UHD Graphics 730, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks.

The AMD chip also provides a higher memory bandwidth figure at 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel chip has no recorded bandwidth. For applications that depend on memory throughput, the AMD specification suggests an advantage, but without Intel's figure, a direct comparison is not possible from the database.

For PCIe connectivity, Intel wins on generation with Gen 5 support, while AMD offers more lanes at Gen 4 (20 vs 16). For memory flexibility, Intel wins by supporting both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD supports only DDR5. For market placement, AMD targets mobile, while Intel targets desktop. The AMD chip launched earlier in 2024, while the Intel chip followed later in the same year.

The data shows a split: Intel has the measurable performance scores, AMD has the higher core count and clock specifications. Users who rely on recorded benchmark evidence would favor the Intel part. Users who prioritize core count, clock speed, and lower power draw would favor the AMD part based on its specifications. The database does not contain enough information to determine which chip wins in overall performance, as the AMD part lacks any benchmark entries.