AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X vs Intel Core i9-14900HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i9-14900HX, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X currently has no submitted benchmark scores. This makes a direct numerical comparison impossible in most tests. However, the Intel part’s scores can be analyzed in absolute terms and against its nearest rivals to understand where it stands.

In Cinebench R23, the Intel Core i9-14900HX scores 30055 in multicore and 2181.5 in singlecore. The multicore figure is roughly 13.8 times the singlecore figure, which reflects the large thread advantage. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 15616 and the singlecore score is 2204. The ratio between R20 and R23 multicore scores is about 1.92, meaning the newer R23 test extracts significantly more performance from the same hardware. The R15 multicore score of 4574 and singlecore score of 310.5 follow the same pattern, with the multicore result being about 14.7 times the singlecore result.

Geekbench results show a multicore score of 17511 and a singlecore score of 2330. The multicore-to-singlecore ratio here is about 7.5, which is lower than the Cinebench ratios. This suggests that Geekbench scales less perfectly with the 32 threads, likely because its workload mix includes sections that do not parallelize as effectively.

PassMark results provide a broader view of workload-specific behavior. The multithread score is 43778, while the single thread score is 4175. The multithread score is about 10.5 times the single thread score. Integer math scores 157375, and floating point math scores 112273, so integer math is about 40% higher. Data encryption scores 32619, while data compression scores 539965, a difference of more than 16 times. Random string sorting scores 60861, and extended instructions score 31247. The find prime numbers score is 193, which is notably low compared to other integer workloads. Physics scores 2638.

Against nearest rivals, the Intel Core i9-14900HX has an average benchmark score of 56004. The Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 55919, which is 0.2% lower, meaning the i9-14900HX is essentially tied with it. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 scores 56273, which is 0.5% higher than the i9-14900HX. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 also scores 56273, again 0.5% higher. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX scores 56555, which is 1% higher. The i9-14900HX sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating it outperforms the vast majority of recorded processors.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, with no benchmark entries and no nearest rivals listed. This means the database has no measured performance data for it, and any comparison must rely on architectural and specification differences rather than test results.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X uses the Granite Ridge codename and belongs to the Ryzen Embedded generation built on Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14900HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX codename, belongs to the Core i9 generation built on Raptor Lake architecture, and is manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel. The die size difference is substantial: the AMD chip measures 70.6 mm², while the Intel chip measures 257 mm². This means the Intel die is roughly 3.6 times larger in area. Transistor count is listed only for the AMD part at 8,315 million.

Core configuration differs sharply. The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel processor has 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz. The Intel part has 4 times the cores and about 2.7 times the threads. Its base clock is much lower, but its boost clock is 0.40 GHz higher. The thermal design power figures are 65 watts for AMD and 55 watts for Intel, so the higher-core-count Intel part is rated for lower power, though this likely reflects the mobile segment it targets.

Cache hierarchies differ as well. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on the AMD chip and 2 MB per core on the Intel chip, so Intel doubles the per-core L2. The L3 cache is 32 MB shared on the AMD chip and 36 MB shared on the Intel chip, giving Intel a 4 MB advantage in shared cache. No 3D V-Cache is listed on either part.

Memory support differs in scope. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, through a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel bus, with no memory bandwidth figure recorded. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD chip has Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip has Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD part therefore offers 8 additional CPU-attached PCIe lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X uses Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core i9-14900HX uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD part uses the AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1964. The AMD part is a desktop market segment product, while the Intel part is a mobile market segment product. Both are listed as Active in production status, and both have unlocked multipliers. The AMD part was released on 2025-10-06, while the Intel part was released on 2024-01-07, so the AMD chip is newer by roughly 21 months.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900HX wins in every measured benchmark category because it is the only one of the two with recorded scores. Its 24 cores and 32 threads give it a strong multicore presence, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30055 and PassMark multithread score of 43778. Workloads that scale across many threads, such as video rendering, compilation, and data compression, would benefit from the high thread count. The PassMark data compression score of 539965 is particularly strong, suggesting this chip handles compression-heavy tasks well.

The Intel chip also shows strong single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 2181.5 and a PassMark single thread score of 4175. Its boost clock of 5.80 GHz is the highest recorded between the two parts, which helps in lightly threaded tasks. The Geekbench singlecore score of 2330 reinforces this. The 91st percentile ranking indicates it outperforms most CPUs in the database overall.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has no measured wins in the database. However, its specifications suggest areas where it could potentially compete. The 4 nm process node is smaller than Intel's 10 nm node, which typically indicates better power efficiency per transistor. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth is explicitly recorded, and the 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes exceed Intel's 16 lanes, which matters for systems with many high-speed devices. The 65 watt TDP with 6 cores and 12 threads could be attractive for embedded workloads that do not need 32 threads but do need the newer Zen 5 architecture and the AM5 socket platform.

The Intel chip’s support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives it flexibility in system design, while the AMD chip’s DDR5-only support is more restrictive but pairs with a higher recorded memory bandwidth. For embedded applications, the AMD part’s desktop socket and active production status matter, but without benchmarks, the database cannot confirm its actual performance level.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX has 24 cores and 32 threads. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel leads by 18 cores and 20 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X boosts to 5.40 GHz. The Intel Core i9-14900HX boosts to 5.80 GHz, which is 0.40 GHz higher.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i9-14900HX also supports ECC memory. Both are listed with ECC support enabled.

Q: What is the L3 cache size difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i9-14900HX has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel has 4 MB more.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX has an average benchmark score of 56004 and sits in the 91st percentile. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, with no benchmark entries recorded.

Q: What PCIe lanes are available from each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core i9-14900HX provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. AMD offers 8 more lanes.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X | Intel Core i9-14900HX |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Base clock | 3.90 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.40 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 55 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1964 |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Raptor Lake-HX |

| Generation | Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)) | Core i9 (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 8,315 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 70.6 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 32 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2025-10-06 | 2024-01-07 |

| Part number | 100-000001405E | SRMXF |

| Average benchmark score | 0 | 56004 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 50 | 91 |

The Verdict

The data in the database is one-sided because only the Intel Core i9-14900HX has benchmark results. The Intel chip delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 30055, a PassMark multithread score of 43778, and a Geekbench multicore score of 17511, with a 91st percentile ranking. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, and 5.80 GHz boost clock make it the clear choice for anyone who needs measured multicore throughput and strong single-thread performance in a mobile package. The nearest rivals are within 1% of its average score, so the field is tight, but the i9-14900HX records competitive results across all tests.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X cannot be recommended on the basis of measured performance because no scores exist in the database. Its specifications show a newer 4 nm process, a smaller 70.6 mm² die, 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, and a desktop AM5 socket. These features could matter for embedded system designers who prioritize platform flexibility, ECC support, and a modern socket over raw thread count. But without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm how the 6-core, 12-thread Zen 5 chip performs relative to the Intel part.

The choice depends on whether the user needs proven, recorded performance or specific platform features. The Intel Core i9-14900HX is the only one of the two with measured results, and those results place it well above the 50th percentile baseline. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9600X remains an unmeasured quantity, so any selection based on its performance would rely on specifications rather than database evidence. The specifications suggest it targets a different use case: fewer cores, higher base clock, lower power per core, and a desktop-oriented socket. The Intel part is the data-backed option. The AMD part is the specification-driven option with no recorded scores to validate its standing.