AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D vs Intel Core i7-14700F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i7-14700F, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This asymmetry shapes the direct comparison: every measurable performance figure comes from the Intel part, and the AMD part can only be assessed through its specifications and architectural characteristics.

The Intel Core i7-14700F posts an average benchmark score of 53,620 across all recorded tests. This places it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database, a strong standing that indicates it outperforms roughly nine out of ten processors tracked. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon 6505P with an average score of 53,701, a delta of -0.2%, meaning the Xeon holds a marginal lead. The Intel Xeon Phi 7290 scores 53,469, trailing by 0.3%. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X scores 53,288, a 0.6% gap, and the AMD EPYC 7313P scores 53,206, a 0.8% deficit. The i7-14700F therefore sits in a tight cluster where the spread between it and its nearest competitors is less than one percent in either direction.

Looking at specific workloads, the Cinebench R23 multi-core test produces a score of 35,122 for the i7-14700F, while its single-core score is 4,958. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score is 14,751, and the single-core score is 2,082. In the older Cinebench R15 test, multi-core reaches 3,540 and single-core reaches 499. The Geekbench multi-core score is 19,620, with a single-core score of 2,429.

In the Passmark suite, the i7-14700F delivers a multi-thread score of 41,317 and a single-thread score of 4,257. Integer math posts 155,808, floating-point math posts 107,005, and extended instructions posts 28,564. Data compression reaches 505,885, data encryption reaches 30,144, and random string sorting reaches 55,918. The find-prime-numbers test yields 176, and physics yields 2,455.

Because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores, the head-to-head comparison cannot rely on measured deltas. Instead, the data shows a 20-core Intel processor with a substantial set of results, and an AMD processor whose 12-core, 24-thread configuration remains unmeasured in the database. The absence of AMD scores means no direct percentage advantage can be stated between the two parts.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D belongs to the Ryzen Embedded line within the 9000 series, using the Granite Ridge codename and the Zen 5 (Granite Ridge) generation. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a transistor count of 16,630 million spread across a dual-die design of 2x 70.6 mm². The processor is built for AMD Socket AM5 and includes 12 cores with 24 threads. Its base clock is 4.40 GHz and its boost clock is 5.50 GHz. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, the L2 cache is 1 MB per core, and the L3 cache totals 128 MB. Memory support covers DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are present in the form of Radeon Graphics, and the multiplier is unlocked. The part number is 100-000001368E, and the production status is Active. It launched on 2025-10-06.

The Intel Core i7-14700F is part of the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake architecture and the Raptor Lake-R codename, belonging to the Core i7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². The processor uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides 20 cores with 28 threads. Its base clock is 2.10 GHz and its boost clock is 5.40 GHz. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, the L2 cache is 2 MB per core, and the L3 cache is 33 MB shared. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus; no memory bandwidth figure is recorded for this part. ECC memory is supported. The PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The i7-14700F has no integrated graphics, as indicated by the N/A designation. The multiplier is locked. The part number is SRN3Z, and the production status is Active. It launched on 2024-01-07 with a launch MSRP of $359.

The two processors differ fundamentally in core count, process node, cache structure, socket, and memory flexibility. The AMD part uses a smaller 4 nm process and a larger L3 cache of 128 MB, while the Intel part uses a larger 10 nm process and a 33 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD part has fewer cores but a higher base clock, while the Intel part has more cores and threads but a lower base clock. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas the AMD part supports only DDR5. The AMD part includes integrated graphics, while the Intel part does not. The AMD part has 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part has 16 Gen 5 lanes.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700F, with its 20 cores and 28 threads, is positioned for heavily threaded workloads. The recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 35,122 and Passmark multi-thread score of 41,317 indicate strong parallel throughput. In integer math, the score of 155,808 and floating-point math score of 107,005 suggest solid computational breadth. The data compression score of 505,885 and random string sorting score of 55,918 indicate efficient handling of data-processing tasks. The database shows the i7-14700F in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 53,620, so it sits comfortably above most processors in the database.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no benchmark scores in the database, so its wins cannot be verified through measured results. The specification data shows a processor with 12 cores, 24 threads, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, and a 128 MB L3 cache. The L3 capacity is substantially larger than the Intel part's 33 MB, which typically benefits workloads that repeatedly access large datasets. The higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz compared to 5.40 GHz for the Intel part, combined with the smaller 4 nm process, suggests potential advantages in single-thread efficiency and power characteristics, but no benchmark data confirms this.

The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which gives it broader platform compatibility. The AMD part supports only DDR5 but records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure not available for the Intel part in the database. The AMD part includes Radeon Graphics, so systems built around it do not require a separate display adapter for basic output. The Intel part has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is mandatory. The AMD part offers 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part offers 16, so the AMD platform can allocate more lanes to expansion devices.

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D compare to the Intel Core i7-14700F in benchmark scores?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D. The Intel Core i7-14700F has an average benchmark score of 53,620 and sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Intel Core i7-14700F has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports more memory types?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D supports only DDR5 memory, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D includes Radeon Graphics. The Intel Core i7-14700F does not include integrated graphics.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14700F is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a 128 MB L3 cache. The Intel Core i7-14700F has a 33 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Are the multipliers unlocked on either processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core i7-14700F has a locked multiplier.

Q: What is the PCIe configuration for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core i7-14700F provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The Verdict

The data in the database supports a clear distinction between the two processors. The Intel Core i7-14700F is a measured performer with an average benchmark score of 53,620, a 91st percentile ranking, and a full suite of Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark results. Its 20 cores and 28 threads, combined with a 5.40 GHz boost clock and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, make it a versatile processor for multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads alike. The locked multiplier and absence of integrated graphics are notable constraints, but the recorded scores indicate strong all-around performance.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D cannot be evaluated on benchmark merit because no scores exist in the database. Its specifications show a 12-core, 24-thread processor on a 4 nm process with a 5.50 GHz boost clock, a 128 MB L3 cache, DDR5 memory support with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and integrated Radeon Graphics. The unlocked multiplier and larger cache point to a processor designed for embedded platforms that prioritize cache capacity and platform flexibility.

For users who require verified performance data, the Intel Core i7-14700F is the only option with recorded measurements. For users who need integrated graphics, more PCIe lanes, or a larger L3 cache, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D offers those features, but the database cannot confirm how it performs in actual workloads.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D | Intel Core i7-14700F |

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

| Cores | 12 | 20 |

| Threads | 24 | 28 |

| Base Clock | 4.40 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 120 | 65 |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 128 MB | 33 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 | N/A |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not available | $359 |