AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X vs Intel Core i7-14700HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i7-14700HX, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no individual benchmark entries in the database. This asymmetry shapes the comparison. The Intel part shows a broad suite of scores across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark workloads. Without direct head-to-head measurements, the analysis relies on the Intel processor's percentile ranking and its nearest rivals to contextualize performance.

The Intel Core i7-14700HX achieves a percentile rank of 89 among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 45,953. The nearest rivals in the database are tightly clustered. The AMD EPYC 7303 scores 45,960, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD EPYC 4364P scores 45,970, also a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 46,030, which is 0.2 percent higher than the Intel part, meaning the Intel chip trails by 0.2 percent. The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 scores 46,062, also 0.2 percent higher. These margins are negligible in practical terms, placing the Core i7-14700HX in a performance band where the top competitors are separated by less than one percent.

In multi-core workloads, the Intel part delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 24,595. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score is 13,059, and its Cinebench R15 multicore score is 3,812. Geekbench multicore comes in at 14,390. Passmark multithread score is 36,566. Single-core results show a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,103, Cinebench R20 single-core of 1,843, and Cinebench R15 single-core of 296. Geekbench single-core is 2,116, and Passmark single-thread is 3,947. These numbers indicate a processor with strong per-thread performance and substantial scaling across multiple threads, consistent with its 20-core, 28-thread configuration.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has an average benchmark score of 0 and a percentile rank of 50, with no recorded benchmark entries. This means the database contains no direct performance measurements for this processor. The head-to-head benchmark list is empty, and the win counts for both items are zero. Any comparison between the two processors must therefore rely on architectural specifications rather than measured benchmark deltas.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core i7-14700HX uses a 10 nm process at Intel. The AMD chip is part of the Ryzen Embedded 9000 series, with the codename Granite Ridge and a Zen 5 architecture. The Intel chip belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, with the codename Raptor Lake-HX and a Raptor Lake architecture. The Intel part is described as a Raptor Lake-HX Refresh.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD processor has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel processor has 20 cores and 28 threads. The Intel part therefore has 8 more cores and 4 more threads. Clock speeds tell a different story. The AMD chip has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The Intel chip has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD chip starts at a much higher base frequency and edges out the Intel part by 0.10 GHz in peak boost.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. On L3 cache, the AMD processor has 64 MB, while the Intel processor has 33 MB shared. The AMD chip holds a 31 MB advantage in L3 capacity. Neither processor has V-Cache 3D.

Power and packaging differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has a TDP of 120 watts and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a TDP of 55 watts and uses Intel BGA 1964. The Intel part is a mobile processor, while the AMD part is classified as a desktop segment processor. Both have unlocked multipliers. The AMD chip has a die size of 2x 70.6 mm² and 16,630 million transistors. The Intel chip has a die size of 257 mm², with no transistor count listed in the database.

Memory support diverges. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, on a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 on a dual-channel bus, with no memory bandwidth figure recorded. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD chip provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD chip has an 8-lane advantage in CPU-attached PCIe connectivity.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X uses Radeon Graphics. The Intel Core i7-14700HX uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD processor was released on 2025-10-06, while the Intel processor was released on 2024-01-07. The Intel part has been on the market for a longer period. The AMD part number is 100-000000662E, and the Intel part number is SRMXG.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700HX wins on measured performance, since the database contains a full set of benchmark scores for it. Its 89th percentile ranking places it above the median, and its nearest rivals confirm that it sits within 0.2 percent of strong competitors such as the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235. The 20-core, 28-thread configuration gives it a thread-count advantage over the AMD part, which should benefit heavily parallel workloads. Its 2 MB per core L2 cache is double that of the AMD chip, which can help with certain access patterns. The lower TDP of 55 watts also makes it suitable for thermally constrained environments, a relevant consideration for a mobile-class part.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X wins on several specification fronts, even without recorded benchmarks. Its boost clock of 5.60 GHz is 0.10 GHz higher than the Intel part's 5.50 GHz. Its base clock of 4.40 GHz is more than double the Intel part's 2.10 GHz. The 64 MB L3 cache is nearly double the Intel chip's 33 MB. The 4 nm process node at TSMC is more advanced than Intel's 10 nm node. The AMD chip also provides 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 16 on the Intel part. Its memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is recorded in the database, while the Intel part has no such figure. The AMD processor is a desktop segment chip with a 120 watt TDP, which allows for higher sustained power delivery compared to the mobile Intel part.

Use-case splits follow these patterns. For workloads that depend on raw thread counts and measured multi-core throughput, the Intel part has the advantage based on recorded data. For workloads that depend on high clock speeds, large L3 cache, or newer process technology, the AMD part has the specification advantage. The AMD chip's higher base clock suggests stronger performance at lower utilization levels, while the Intel chip's higher core count suggests better scaling in heavily threaded applications. The AMD chip's larger PCIe lane count makes it more suitable for systems with many Gen 5 devices. The Intel chip's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives it flexibility in memory selection, while the AMD chip's exclusive DDR5 support aligns with its newer platform.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700HX has 20 cores and 28 threads. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD chip is 0.10 GHz higher.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has a TDP of 120 watts. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a TDP of 55 watts.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip has 31 MB more.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X and the Intel Core i7-14700HX support ECC memory.

Q: What benchmark data exists for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X?

A: The database contains no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X. Its average benchmark score is 0, and its percentile rank is 50. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a full suite of recorded scores and an 89th percentile rank.

The Verdict

The data presents an incomplete comparison. The Intel Core i7-14700HX has a substantial body of recorded benchmark results, an average score of 45,953, and an 89th percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals, including the AMD EPYC 7303, AMD EPYC 4364P, AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, and Intel Core Ultra 5 235, all sit within 0.2 percent of its average score. This places the Intel part in a tightly contested performance tier. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X has no recorded benchmarks, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile rank. The database cannot confirm its measured performance.

On specifications, the AMD part offers a higher boost clock by 0.10 GHz, a much higher base clock, double the L3 cache, a smaller process node, more PCIe lanes, and a newer release date. The Intel part offers more cores, more threads, double the L2 cache per core, and broader memory support. The Intel part also carries a lower TDP. For a user selecting a processor strictly from database measurements, the Intel Core i7-14700HX is the only option with verified scores. For a user prioritizing raw specifications, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X presents a credible alternative, but its absence from the benchmark suite means no performance validation exists in the database. The choice depends on whether measured results or architectural specifications take precedence.