AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D against the Intel Core i5-14401TE. Neither processor has an average benchmark score, and both sit at the 50th percentile versus all CPUs in the database. With zero wins recorded for either part and no benchmark entries, there are no exact performance deltas to report from direct comparisons. The absence of measured scores means any quantitative performance ranking between these two specific SKUs remains undefined in the current dataset. What can be analyzed are the structural specifications that will govern performance, but the raw benchmark outcomes are simply not present.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, built on Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm process node, with a transistor count of 16,630 million spread across a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The processor integrates 12 cores and 24 threads, with a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. Cache organization includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a substantial 128 MB of L3 cache. The chip supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. PCIe connectivity uses Gen 5 with 24 lanes available from the CPU only. Integrated graphics are provided by Radeon Graphics. The CPU has an unlocked multiplier and uses AMD Socket AM5. The production status is active, with a release date of October 6, 2025. The part number is 100-000001368E.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE is part of the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake codename with Raptor Lake-R architecture. It is built on a 10 nm process node by Intel, with a die size of 215 mm². This processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus; no memory bandwidth figure is recorded. ECC memory is supported. PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU only. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730. The multiplier is locked, and the socket is Intel Socket 1700. The production status is active, with a release date of June 30, 2024. The part number is Q4T4SRNJP.

These architectures diverge sharply. AMD uses a newer 4 nm TSMC process versus Intel's 10 nm node. The AMD part has twice the core count, double the threads, a higher boost clock, and more than six times the L3 cache. Intel's part draws significantly less power at 45 W TDP compared to AMD's 120 W TDP, and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas AMD is limited to DDR5. The Intel chip also has a locked multiplier, while the AMD chip is unlocked. PCIe lane counts favor AMD at 24 lanes versus 16 lanes on Intel.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads. AMD doubles both core and thread counts.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD part has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. AMD holds a 2.40 GHz advantage at base and a 1.00 GHz advantage at boost.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. AMD has 1 MB of L2 per core versus Intel's 1.25 MB per core. AMD's L3 cache is 128 MB, while Intel's shared L3 is 20 MB, giving AMD a 108 MB advantage in L3 capacity.

Q: What memory types are supported?

A: AMD supports DDR5 only. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while Intel's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

Q: Which processor has a lower TDP?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a TDP of 45 W. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a TDP of 120 W. Intel draws 75 W less under its rated thermal design power.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D and the Intel Core i5-14401TE have ECC memory support listed in the database.

Q: Are the multipliers unlocked?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has a locked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear split in intended usage. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D offers 12 cores, 24 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, 128 MB of L3 cache, and a 4 nm process node. It supports DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth, 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i5-14401TE offers 6 cores, 12 threads, a 4.50 GHz boost clock, 20 MB of L3 cache, and a 10 nm process node. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5, has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and a locked multiplier, all within a 45 W TDP.

The AMD part is positioned for workloads that scale with core count, cache capacity, and memory bandwidth. The Intel part is positioned for lower-power deployments where the 45 W TDP and memory flexibility matter more. Without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm which part delivers higher throughput in specific applications, but the specification sheet strongly favors AMD in raw parallel compute resources and cache-sensitive workloads. Intel counters with a much lower power envelope, dual memory type support, and a smaller physical footprint in terms of core count. The choice depends on whether the operating environment prioritizes the AMD part's larger compute and cache allocation or the Intel part's power efficiency and legacy memory compatibility.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D | Intel Core i5-14401TE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 6 |

| Threads | 24 | 12 |

| Base clock | 4.40 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.50 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Raptor Lake-R |

| Architecture | Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) | Raptor Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 215 mm² |

| Transistors | 16,630 million | Not recorded |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 128 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| PCIe lanes | Gen 5, 24 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier | Unlocked | Locked |

| Release date | October 6, 2025 | June 30, 2024 |

| Part number | 100-000001368E | Q4T4SRNJP |

Both processors share an L1 cache of 80 KB per core, dual-channel memory buses, ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe, active production status, and a desktop market segment. The remaining fields differ as shown above.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D wins on core count, thread count, base clock, boost clock, L3 cache size, memory bandwidth, PCIe lane count, process node, and multiplier flexibility. Its 12 cores and 24 threads outnumber the Intel part's 6 cores and 12 threads by a factor of two. The 128 MB L3 cache is 108 MB larger than Intel's 20 MB shared L3, which matters for workloads that repeatedly access large working sets. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth provides a measured throughput advantage, and 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes allow more expansion devices or higher-bandwidth peripherals. The unlocked multiplier permits overclocking, a feature absent on the Intel part. The 4 nm TSMC process node is smaller than Intel's 10 nm node, which typically correlates with improved transistor density and power efficiency per operation.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE wins on TDP, memory flexibility, and release timing. A 45 W TDP is 75 W lower than the AMD part's 120 W TDP, making it suitable for thermally constrained or power-sensitive systems. Support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory allows reuse of existing DDR4 modules or adoption of newer DDR5, while AMD is restricted to DDR5 only. The earlier release date of June 30, 2024 versus October 6, 2025 means the Intel platform has been available in the market for a longer period. The smaller L2 cache per core at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB on AMD is a minor advantage for per-core working sets, though the L3 gap heavily favors AMD overall.

The integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon Graphics, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Without benchmark data, the relative graphical capability cannot be quantified, but the presence of either integrated solution removes the need for a discrete GPU in basic display output scenarios. The Intel part's smaller core count and lower clocks will generate less heat, and the locked multiplier simplifies system validation in fixed-configuration deployments. The AMD part's larger resources target throughput-oriented tasks, while the Intel part's lower power draw targets efficiency-oriented tasks.