AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U vs Intel Core i9-14901E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for this comparison is asymmetrical. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no individual benchmark scores listed in the database, while the Intel Core i9-14901E has a full suite of results across Cinebench and Passmark tests. This means a direct score-by-score comparison cannot be constructed from the available measurements. Instead, the analysis must rely on the Intel part's absolute scores, its percentile ranking, and the architectural and specification differences between the two processors.

The Intel Core i9-14901E delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25753 and a single-core score of 3635. In Cinebench R20, it records 10816 points multicore and 1526 points single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 2595 points multicore and 366 points single-core. These results indicate a processor with strong sustained multi-threaded throughput and competitive single-thread performance, particularly given the 5.60 GHz boost clock.

Passmark results for the Intel part reinforce this profile. The multithread score is 30298, while the single-thread score is 4354. Integer math reaches 112736, floating-point math reaches 81089, and extended instructions score 17249. Data compression scores 288777, data encryption scores 18571, and random string sorting scores 39138. Physics simulation records 3041 points, and prime number finding records 189 points. These numbers sketch a processor that handles both integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy workloads with strong efficiency, with the compression and encryption scores suggesting particularly robust performance in data-centric tasks.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has no benchmark entries in the database, there are no wins to assign to either side. The head-to-head wins counter shows zero for both processors. The comparison therefore shifts to what the database does record: the Intel part's percentile placement, its average score, and the hardware specifications that define each product's intended role.

The Intel Core i9-14901E sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 37911. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 with an average score of 37904 and a delta of 0 percent, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X with 37943 and a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core 5 211E with 37829 and a delta of 0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 with 37804 and a delta of 0.3 percent. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the Intel chip performs effectively on par with that cluster of processors, neither decisively ahead nor behind in average score. The delta percentages are essentially negligible, indicating that the i9-14901E belongs to a tightly grouped performance tier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14901E wins in every measured category simply because it is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark data. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25753 and Passmark multithread score of 30298 indicate a processor designed for heavily threaded workloads such as rendering, compilation, and simulation. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 3635 and Passmark single-thread score of 4354 show that it also handles lightly threaded tasks with strong speed, aided by the 5.60 GHz boost clock.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U cannot be assigned any benchmark wins from the database, but its specification profile points to a different emphasis. It uses 28 watts of TDP, occupies the mobile market segment, and integrates a Radeon 780M GPU. Its boost clock is 5.10 GHz, lower than the Intel part's 5.60 GHz, and its cache hierarchy is smaller in L2 and L3. The Intel chip's 36 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 cache give it a substantial cache advantage for workloads that repeatedly access larger data sets. The AMD part's 16 MB of shared L3 and 1 MB per-core L2 are smaller, which may affect performance in cache-sensitive applications, though no benchmark data confirms this.

The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD processor supports only DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the database lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s for the AMD part and no bandwidth figure for the Intel part. ECC memory support is present on both. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part's Gen 5 support offers higher potential bandwidth for compatible devices, though the AMD part offers more total lanes.

The Verdict

The database records no benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, so any verdict must be drawn from the Intel Core i9-14901E's measured performance and the two processors' specifications. The Intel part is the clear choice for users who need verified multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, with its 25753 Cinebench R23 multicore score, 3635 single-core score, and 86th percentile placement among all CPUs. Its average benchmark score of 37911 places it in a dead heat with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, the Intel Core 5 211E, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, all of which sit within 0.3 percent of each other. That tight grouping means the i9-14901E delivers performance essentially equivalent to several modern alternatives, with no single rival in its immediate vicinity holding a meaningful edge.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U, by contrast, offers no measured scores to compare. Its 28-watt TDP and mobile market segment indicate a power-conscious design aimed at embedded and portable systems, while the Intel part's 65-watt TDP and desktop segment point toward a stationary, performance-oriented installation. Users who prioritize low power draw and an integrated Radeon 780M GPU may find the AMD part appealing on paper, but the database provides no performance evidence to support a selection. Users who require confirmed benchmark results should select the Intel Core i9-14901E, as it is the only processor in this comparison with recorded data, and that data places it in the upper tier of the database.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U. Its average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile rank is 50.

Q: What is the Intel Core i9-14901E's Cinebench R23 multicore score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 25753 points in Cinebench R23 multicore and 3635 points in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: How does the Intel Core i9-14901E compare to its nearest rivals?

A: Its average benchmark score is 37911. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904 with a 0 percent delta, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X scores 37943 with a -0.1 percent delta, the Intel Core 5 211E scores 37829 with a 0.2 percent delta, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804 with a 0.3 percent delta.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core i9-14901E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901E has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core i9-14901E has a TDP of 65 watts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectures and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses the Zen 4 architecture under the codename Hawk Point, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with 25,000 million transistors and a die size of 178 mm². The Intel Core i9-14901E uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a die size of 257 mm². The database does not list a transistor count for the Intel part. The AMD chip belongs to the 8000 series and the Ryzen Embedded generation, while the Intel chip belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i9 generation with Raptor Lake Refresh.

Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads, so the thread count is identical. Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor therefore offers more L1, L2, and L3 cache in total, which can benefit workloads with large working sets. Neither processor has 3D V-Cache listed in the database.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U uses a Radeon 780M, while the Intel Core i9-14901E uses UHD Graphics 770. PCIe support differs: the AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. ECC memory support is present on both processors, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700, meaning they are not socket-compatible.

Specification Differences

The release dates differ. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U was released on 2024-04-01, while the Intel Core i9-14901E was released on 2024-06-30. Both are listed as Active in production status. The AMD part's part number is unknown, while the Intel part's part number is Q49ESRNJH. Neither processor has a launch MSRP listed in the database.

The base clocks differ. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 8840U has a base clock of 3.30 GHz, while the Intel Core i9-14901E has a base clock of 2.80 GHz. The boost clocks differ in the opposite direction: 5.10 GHz for AMD and 5.60 GHz for Intel. The TDP difference is notable, with the AMD part at 28 watts and the Intel part at 65 watts. The AMD processor is classified in the mobile market segment, while the Intel processor is classified in the desktop segment.

Memory bandwidth is listed only for the AMD part at 89.6 GB/s, with no bandwidth figure recorded for the Intel part. The AMD processor supports only DDR5 memory, while the Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5. The process node differs at 4 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel, and the die size differs at 178 mm² for AMD and 257 mm² for Intel. The transistor count is 25,000 million for AMD and not listed for Intel. The AMD part uses TSMC as its foundry, while the Intel part uses Intel as its foundry.