AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D vs Intel Core i9-14900KS Comparison

# AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D vs Intel Core i9-14900KS

The database contains benchmark records for two desktop processors from different manufacturers. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D belongs to the 9000 series, uses the Granite Ridge codename, and is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14900KS is part of the Core 14th Gen lineup, uses the Raptor Lake-R codename, and is manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. Both processors are currently active in production and support dual-channel memory with ECC capability. The data shows a significant difference in benchmark coverage: the AMD processor has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel processor has a substantial set of 19 benchmark results across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads in the recorded data?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900KS records 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D records 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock differences between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900KS has a boost clock of 6.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: How does the L3 cache capacity compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 128 MB of L3 cache, whereas the Intel Core i9-14900KS has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP according to the database?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900KS has a TDP of 150, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a TDP of 120.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core i9-14900KS supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the release date for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a release date of October 6, 2025, while the Intel Core i9-14900KS has a release date of March 13, 2024.

The Verdict

The benchmark data in this database offers a one-sided comparison because the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores. The Intel Core i9-14900KS holds all 19 benchmark entries, with an average benchmark score of 81127 and a percentile ranking of 96 among all CPUs. The AMD processor shows a percentile ranking of 50 and an average benchmark score of 0, indicating that no performance measurements have been collected for it yet.

For users who require immediate benchmark data, the Intel Core i9-14900KS is the only option with verified performance numbers. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Xeon w5-3535X with an average score of 81115, the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX with 81103, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 with 80762, and the Intel Xeon 638 with 80723. The Core i9-14900KS leads these rivals by small margins, with the closest competitor trailing by less than 1 percent in average score.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D remains an unmeasured entity in the database. Its specifications suggest a different design approach with fewer cores but a larger L3 cache, yet without benchmark results, no performance conclusions can be drawn. The verdict for this comparison is constrained by data availability: the Intel processor delivers verifiable performance, while the AMD processor awaits benchmark testing.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Since the head-to-head benchmark table contains no entries, the comparison relies entirely on the Intel Core i9-14900KS's individual benchmark scores. The Cinebench tests show a multicore score of 5140 in R15, 21417 in R20, and 50995 in R23. Single-core scores reach 725 in R15, 3023 in R20, and 7199 in R23. These results indicate strong scaling across different Cinebench versions, with the R23 multicore score exceeding the R20 multicore score by more than a factor of two.

Geekbench results record a multicore score of 23931 and a single-core score of 2692. The Passmark suite provides additional granularity: multithread performance scores 60012, single-thread performance scores 4815, integer math scores 212644, floating-point math scores 153975, and extended instructions score 45524. Data compression reaches 803368, data encryption reaches 47717, and random string sorting reaches 89789. Physics tests score 3381, and prime number finding scores 244.

The absence of any AMD benchmark scores means no direct head-to-head comparison can be made. The database records zero wins for the AMD processor and zero wins for the Intel processor in head-to-head matchups, reflecting the lack of paired test data. The Intel processor's scores stand alone as reference points, but they cannot be contrasted with AMD numbers in this dataset.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14900KS has 24 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks differ at 4.40 GHz for AMD and 3.20 GHz for Intel, while boost clocks are 5.50 GHz for AMD and 6.20 GHz for Intel. The TDP values are 120 for AMD and 150 for Intel.

Memory support diverges: AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded as 89.6 GB/s for AMD, with no bandwidth figure listed for Intel. PCIe lanes differ, with AMD offering Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only) and Intel offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics units are different, with AMD using Radeon Graphics and Intel using UHD Graphics 770.

The sockets are not interchangeable: AMD uses AMD Socket AM5, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. Part numbers are also distinct, with AMD listed as 100-000001368E and Intel listed as SRN7R. Both processors have unlocked multipliers. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $689, while the AMD processor has no launch MSRP recorded.

Architecture Differences

The manufacturing processes differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core i9-14900KS uses a 10 nm process at Intel. Die sizes reflect the process difference: AMD reports a die size of 2x 70.6 mm², while Intel reports a single die of 257 mm². The transistor count is recorded for AMD at 16,630 million, with no transistor count listed for Intel.

Cache architecture diverges in several ways. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs, with AMD at 1 MB per core and Intel at 2 MB per core. L3 cache shows the largest gap: AMD provides 128 MB, while Intel provides 36 MB shared. The codenames are Granite Ridge for AMD and Raptor Lake-R for Intel, with generations listed as Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5, Granite Ridge) for AMD and Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) for Intel.

The architecture field is null for AMD but explicitly listed as Raptor Lake for Intel. The process node and foundry differences suggest distinct design philosophies: AMD uses a smaller process with a chiplet-based die arrangement, while Intel uses a larger monolithic die. The release dates are separated by over a year, with Intel launching in March 2024 and AMD launching in October 2025.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i9-14900KS wins in every category where benchmark data exists, simply because no AMD scores are recorded. The Intel processor demonstrates strength in multicore workloads through its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 50995 and Geekbench multicore score of 23931. The Passmark multithread score of 60012 further confirms its capability in parallel processing tasks. Single-thread performance is also recorded, with a Passmark single-thread score of 4815 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2692.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D wins in the specification categories where it leads. Its 128 MB L3 cache exceeds the Intel processor's 36 MB by a significant margin, which could benefit cache-sensitive workloads, though no benchmark data confirms this. The AMD processor also has a higher base clock at 4.40 GHz, a lower TDP at 120, more PCIe lanes at 24, and a smaller process node at 4 nm. The dual-die design with a total die size of 2x 70.6 mm² indicates a different physical layout compared to Intel's 257 mm² monolithic die.

The database shows the Intel processor with a percentile ranking of 96 among all CPUs, while the AMD processor sits at a percentile of 50. The Intel processor's average benchmark score of 81127 places it among high-performing desktop CPUs, with nearest rivals within 0.5 percent of its score. The AMD processor's average benchmark score of 0 reflects the absence of test data. For any user making a decision based on measured performance, the Intel Core i9-14900KS is the only processor with evidence in the database. For users prioritizing specifications such as cache size, power draw, or PCIe lane count, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D offers distinct advantages, but those advantages remain unquantified in actual benchmark performance.