AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X vs Intel Core i3-14100F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains no overlapping test scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X and the Intel Core i3-14100F. The AMD part has no recorded benchmarks, while the Intel chip has a full suite of 19 scores. This absence of direct comparison data means the head-to-head analysis must rely on the recorded specifications and the Intel processor's performance profile relative to its nearest rivals.

The Intel Core i3-14100F posts an average benchmark score of 18,519. That figure places it at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, a strong position for a 4-core, 8-thread desktop processor. Its nearest rivals show how tightly clustered this performance tier is: the Intel Core i5-13420H scores 18,511, a delta of 0 percent; the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE scores 18,505, a delta of 0.1 percent; the Intel Core i3-13100 scores 18,380, a delta of 0.8 percent; and the Intel Core 7 360 scores 18,374, also a delta of 0.8 percent. The i3-14100F edges all four by a narrow margin, with its largest advantage being 0.8 percent over the i3-13100 and Core 7 360.

Looking at the Intel chip's individual benchmark results, the multicore Cinebench scores show a clear progression. The R15 multicore test yields 1,318 points, the R20 multicore test produces 5,495 points, and the R23 multicore test reaches 13,084 points. Single-core results follow a similar pattern: 186 points in R15, 775 in R20, and 1,847 in R23. Geekbench results show 7,598 for multicore and 2,105 for single-core.

The PassMark suite provides additional granularity. The multithread score is 15,420, while the single-thread score is 3,778 (recorded twice in the database under slightly different test names). Integer math reaches 45,357, floating point math hits 35,370, and extended instructions score 11,984. Data compression records 176,106, random string sorting scores 17,596, and data encryption posts 8,922. Prime number finding is the lowest result at 61, and physics simulation scores 1,077.

For the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X, the database lists no benchmark scores and no nearest rivals. The head-to-head comparison is therefore asymmetrical: one processor has a complete performance record, the other does not. The AMD chip's specifications indicate it should be competitive, but the data cannot confirm this without recorded measurements.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i3-14100F wins every category where benchmark data exists, but this is a function of data availability rather than architectural superiority. The database shows the i3-14100F delivering a balanced performance profile across single-threaded and multithreaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13,084 and single-core score of 1,847 suggest it handles both productivity tasks and lightly threaded applications competently. The PassMark integer math score of 45,357 and floating point score of 35,370 indicate solid arithmetic throughput, while the data compression score of 176,106 points to efficient handling of data-intensive operations.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X cannot claim wins in any benchmark category because no scores are recorded. Its specifications, however, outline a different performance envelope. The AMD part uses 6 cores and 12 threads, compared to the Intel chip's 4 cores and 8 threads. The base clock of 3.90 GHz and boost clock of 5.40 GHz both exceed the Intel part's 3.50 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The AMD processor also carries a larger 32 MB shared L3 cache, versus 12 MB on the Intel side, and supports DDR5 memory with a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure the Intel chip's record does not specify.

The AMD chip's 4 nm process node from TSMC, compared to Intel's 10 nm node, suggests a manufacturing advantage that could translate to efficiency gains, but the database does not include power consumption measurements to confirm this. The AMD part's 65 W TDP is slightly higher than the Intel chip's 58 W TDP. The Intel processor includes ECC memory support, and so does the AMD part, which places both in the same reliability category for memory integrity.

The Verdict

The data supports a straightforward conclusion for the Intel Core i3-14100F: it is a measured, verified performer with a complete benchmark record and a 72nd percentile standing among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals trail by margins of 0 to 0.8 percent, confirming that it sits at the top of its immediate performance tier. The launch MSRP is $109, and the part is locked (multiplier not unlocked), making it a fixed-configuration option.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X presents a different situation. It has no benchmark scores in the database, so any performance conclusion would be speculative. Its specifications are more ambitious: 6 cores, 12 threads, higher clocks, more L3 cache, DDR5 support with a defined bandwidth figure, and a newer process node. The multiplier is unlocked, which means the user can adjust clocks, and the integrated Radeon Graphics provide display output, which the Intel F-series part lacks.

For users who require verified performance data, the Intel Core i3-14100F is the only choice the database can support. For users who prioritize the specification sheet, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X offers more cores, higher clocks, and a larger cache, but the lack of recorded benchmarks means those advantages are unconfirmed. The AMD part's 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes exceed the Intel chip's 16 lanes, which matters for expansion-heavy builds. The AMD chip also uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform, which supports DDR5 memory, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The decision rests on whether the user trusts specifications or requires measurements.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Intel Core i3-14100F boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i3-14100F has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-14100F support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i3-14100F has ECC memory support. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X also supports ECC memory.

Q: What is the Intel Core i3-14100F's average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100F has an average benchmark score of 18,519 and ranks at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X includes Radeon Graphics. The Intel Core i3-14100F has no integrated graphics (N/A).

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i3-14100F has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, built on the Zen 5 architecture. The manufacturing process is 4 nm at TSMC, with 8,315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. The Intel Core i3-14100F belongs to the Core 14th Gen series under the Raptor Lake Refresh generation, using the Raptor Lake architecture. It is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a 163 mm² die size, and the database does not list a transistor count.

The core configurations differ significantly. The AMD part provides 6 cores and 12 threads, the Intel part provides 4 cores and 8 threads. Clock speeds favor AMD: 3.90 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost versus 3.50 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. The L2 cache differs slightly: 1 MB per core on the AMD side, 1.25 MB per core on the Intel side. The L3 cache differs sharply: 32 MB shared on the AMD chip versus 12 MB shared on the Intel chip.

Memory support diverges. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity favors the AMD part. It provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD chip includes integrated Radeon Graphics, while the Intel F-series part has no graphics unit. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, the Intel multiplier is locked. Sockets differ: AMD Socket AM5 for the AMD part, Intel Socket 1700 for the Intel part.

The production status for both is Active. The AMD part was released on October 6, 2025, the Intel part on January 7, 2024. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $109; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The AMD part's process node advantage, larger cache, higher clocks, and additional PCIe lanes define its architectural position, while the Intel part counters with a smaller process disadvantage but a verified benchmark record and a broader memory compatibility range.