AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X vs Intel Core i3-14100 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents an unusual comparison: the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has no benchmark entries in the database, while the Intel Core i3-14100 has a full suite of 19 recorded test scores. This asymmetry shapes the analysis. The AMD part is defined by its specifications, while the Intel part is defined by its measured performance.

The Intel Core i3-14100 shows its strongest results in single-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1809 and Geekbench single-core score of 2133 indicate solid per-core performance for a 4-core, 8-thread processor. The PassMark single-thread score of 3759 further confirms this strength. In multi-threaded tasks, the i3-14100 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12820, a Geekbench multi-core score of 7231, and a PassMark multi-thread score of 15095.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X, by contrast, has no recorded benchmarks. Its advantage must be inferred from its hardware configuration. The AMD part uses 16 cores and 32 threads, compared to the Intel part's 4 cores and 8 threads. The AMD processor also carries a boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 4.70 GHz for the Intel part, and a base clock of 4.30 GHz versus 3.50 GHz. These specifications suggest the AMD processor would dominate in heavily threaded workloads, though the database contains no direct measurements to confirm this.

The Intel Core i3-14100 also wins on efficiency metrics as recorded. Its TDP is 60 watts, while the AMD part's TDP is 170 watts. This difference is substantial, though the database does not include power consumption measurements or thermal performance data. The Intel processor's process node is 10 nm, while the AMD processor uses a 4 nm process from TSMC.

The Verdict

The database shows a clear split. For users whose workloads rely on the measured benchmarks, the Intel Core i3-14100 is the only option with recorded performance data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12820 and PassMark multi-thread score of 15095 provide concrete reference points. The processor sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18318.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has no benchmark scores, placing it at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0. This does not mean the processor is weak; it means the database lacks measurements for it. The AMD part's 16 cores and 32 threads, combined with 64 MB of L3 cache and DDR5 memory support, indicate a processor designed for server or workstation environments where multi-threaded throughput is paramount.

The Intel Core i3-14100's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core 3 305, which scores 18302 with a delta of 0.1 percent, and the Intel Core 5 330, which scores 18345 with a delta of -0.1 percent. The Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374 with a delta of -0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i3-13100 scores 18380 with a delta of -0.3 percent. These margins are narrow, indicating the i3-14100 sits within a tightly clustered performance band.

For single-threaded tasks, the i3-14100's Cinebench R15 single-core score of 182 and R20 single-core score of 759 show consistent performance. Its Geekbench single-core score of 2133 reinforces this. Users with single-threaded workloads have clear data to reference.

For multi-threaded tasks, the AMD processor's core count advantage is real but unmeasured. The 16-core, 32-thread configuration with a 5.70 GHz boost clock suggests it would outperform the 4-core, 8-thread Intel part substantially in threaded workloads. The database cannot confirm this, and the verdict must reflect that limitation.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between these two processors. The headToHeadBenchmarks field is empty, and the winsA and winsB counters are both zero. This means every comparison must rely on the Intel processor's measured scores and the AMD processor's specifications.

The Intel Core i3-14100's multi-threaded scores provide the only concrete numbers. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12820 indicates moderate multi-threaded capability for a desktop processor. The PassMark multi-thread score of 15095 and Geekbench multi-core score of 7231 align with this assessment. The PassMark integer math score of 45329 and floating point math score of 35266 suggest the processor handles computational workloads with reasonable efficiency.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X's specifications imply a different performance class. With 16 cores and 32 threads, the processor has four times the core count and four times the thread count of the Intel part. Its L3 cache of 64 MB dwarfs the Intel part's 12 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD processor's memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.

The Intel processor's PassMark data compression score of 174115 and data encryption score of 8838 provide additional reference points. The extended instructions score of 11865 and random string sorting score of 17397 round out the measured performance picture. The find prime numbers score of 55 is notably low, possibly reflecting the benchmark's sensitivity to specific instruction paths.

The AMD processor's lack of benchmarks means no direct score comparisons are possible. The database records no Cinebench, Geekbench, or PassMark results for the AMD part. This is a significant gap, as the processor's specifications suggest it would produce substantially higher multi-threaded scores than the Intel part, but the data does not support that claim.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i3-14100 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the clock speeds for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Intel Core i3-14100 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Q: What is the thermal design power for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has a TDP of 170 watts. The Intel Core i3-14100 has a TDP of 60 watts.

Q: What benchmark scores are available for the Intel Core i3-14100?

A: The database records 19 benchmark scores for the Intel Core i3-14100, including Cinebench R23 multi-core at 12820, Cinebench R23 single-core at 1809, Geekbench multi-core at 7231, Geekbench single-core at 2133, and PassMark multi-thread at 15095.

Q: What benchmark scores are available for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X. Its benchmark list is empty.

Q: How does the Intel Core i3-14100 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100 has an average benchmark score of 18318. The Intel Core 3 305 scores 18302 with a delta of 0.1 percent, the Intel Core 5 330 scores 18345 with a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374 with a delta of -0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i3-13100 scores 18380 with a delta of -0.3 percent.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename with Zen 5 architecture. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 16,630 million transistors and a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The processor uses AMD Socket AM5 and supports DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. The processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes from the CPU, includes Radeon Graphics as integrated graphics, and has an unlocked multiplier. Its part number is 100-000001277E.

The Intel Core i3-14100 belongs to the Core 14th Gen series and uses the Raptor Lake-R codename with Raptor Lake architecture. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 163 mm². The processor uses Intel Socket 1700 and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel memory bus. The database does not record its memory bandwidth. ECC memory is supported. The processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, includes UHD Graphics 730 as integrated graphics, and has a locked multiplier. Its part number is SRMX1, and its launch MSRP is $134.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The AMD processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor's total cache capacity is substantially larger, particularly in L3.

Process technology also separates the two. The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The transistor count is recorded only for the AMD processor at 16,630 million. The Intel processor's transistor count is not recorded.

Memory support differs in scope. The AMD processor supports only DDR5, while the Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5. This gives the Intel processor broader compatibility with existing memory platforms, though the AMD processor's higher memory bandwidth rating of 89.6 GB/s indicates a faster memory subsystem for DDR5 configurations.

Release dates place the AMD processor later in the market. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X was released on 2025-10-06, while the Intel Core i3-14100 was released on 2024-01-07. Both processors are listed as active in production.