AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X vs Intel Core i5-14400T Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts of the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X and the Intel Core i5-14400T?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14400T has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the difference in boost clock speed between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X boosts up to 5.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14400T boosts up to 4.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has a TDP of 170 watts. The Intel Core i5-14400T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X supports DDR5 memory only. The Intel Core i5-14400T supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i5-14400T has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the production statuses of these two CPUs?

A: Both processors are listed as "Active" in production status. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X was released on 2025-10-06, and the Intel Core i5-14400T was released on 2024-01-07.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X uses the Granite Ridge codename and belongs to the Ryzen Embedded generation based on Zen 5. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a transistor count of 16,630 million and a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel Core i5-14400T uses the Raptor Lake-R codename and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series based on Raptor Lake Refresh architecture. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 215 mm².

Cache organization differs 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 also has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but its L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core, and its L3 cache is 20 MB shared across the chip. The AMD chip's larger L3 cache provides a substantial capacity advantage for workloads that benefit from large shared data sets.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X supports PCIe Gen 5 with 28 lanes (CPU only), whereas the Intel Core i5-14400T supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the AMD processor more headroom for expansion cards and NVMe storage devices.

Both processors support ECC memory, which is notable for stability-sensitive applications. The AMD chip uses dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core i5-14400T includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Intel processor does not have an unlocked multiplier.

The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor's part number is 100-000001277E, and the Intel processor's part number is SRN3N.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14400T, but no benchmark scores are recorded for the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X. The Intel processor's average benchmark score is 27,166, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-9900K with an average score of 27,097 (0.3% lower), the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G with an average score of 27,051 (0.4% lower), the Intel Core i7-13700H with an average score of 27,355 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G with an average score of 27,382 (0.8% higher).

In Cinebench tests, the Intel Core i5-14400T scores 1,732 in R15 multi-core and 244 in R15 single-core. In R20, it scores 7,219 multi-core and 1,018 single-core. In R23, it scores 17,189 multi-core and 2,426 single-core. These results show a strong multi-threaded performance profile relative to its single-threaded scores, indicating that the 10-core, 16-thread configuration scales well in rendering workloads.

PassMark results for the Intel chip show 23,5636 in data compression, 13,244 in data encryption, 14,562 in extended instructions, 73 in find prime numbers, 49,139 in floating point math, 65,667 in integer math, 20,223 in multithread, 1,244 in physics, 25,181 in random string sorting, and 3,512 in single-thread tests. The single-thread score of 3,512 appears twice in the database, listed under both "passmark_single_thread" and "passmark_singlethread".

The data compression score of 235,636 is particularly high, suggesting the Intel chip handles compression tasks efficiently. Integer math at 65,667 and floating point math at 49,139 indicate solid arithmetic throughput. The physics score of 1,244 is comparatively modest, while the prime number test score of 73 is low, reflecting that this workload may not be a strength for the architecture.

Since the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, a direct head-to-head numerical comparison cannot be made from the available data. The AMD chip's specifications, including 16 cores, 32 threads, a 5.70 GHz boost clock, and 64 MB of L3 cache, suggest it would compete favorably in multi-threaded scenarios, but the database does not provide measured scores to confirm this.

The Verdict

The data shows that the Intel Core i5-14400T is a fully benchmarked processor with a 79th percentile ranking and an average score of 27,166. It sits within 0.8% of its nearest rivals, indicating a tightly competitive performance band around this score. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X has no benchmark scores in the database, so its measured performance cannot be compared directly.

From a specification standpoint, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X offers more cores (16 versus 10), more threads (32 versus 16), a higher boost clock (5.70 GHz versus 4.50 GHz), and a larger L3 cache (64 MB versus 20 MB). It also supports more PCIe lanes (28 versus 16) and has a higher TDP (170 watts versus 35 watts), which aligns with its higher performance ceiling but also indicates greater power draw.

The Intel Core i5-14400T is a lower-power chip with a 35-watt TDP, a 10 nm Intel process, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Its benchmark results show consistent performance across rendering, compression, and arithmetic workloads, with a strong showing in data compression at 235,636.

For users who require validated benchmark results, the Intel Core i5-14400T is the only option with measured data in the database. For users who prioritize raw specifications such as core count, cache size, and PCIe lane availability, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X appears designed for higher-throughput scenarios, but its actual scores are not recorded.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X | Intel Core i5-14400T |

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

| Cores | 16 | 10 |

| Threads | 32 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.30 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.70 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 170 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 28 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $221 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14400T wins in validated, measured performance. Its benchmark scores are fully recorded, with an average score of 27,166 and a 79th percentile ranking. It delivers strong results in data compression (235,636), integer math (65,667), and floating point math (49,139). Its nearest rivals are all within 0.8% of its score, showing that it performs in a tight competitive band against other established CPUs. The chip's 35-watt TDP makes it suitable for lower-power builds, and its support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory offers flexibility in platform choices.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X wins on paper specifications. It has 60% more cores and 100% more threads than the Intel chip. Its base clock of 4.30 GHz is nearly three times higher than the Intel chip's 1.50 GHz base clock, and its boost clock of 5.70 GHz exceeds the Intel chip's 4.50 GHz by a substantial margin. The L3 cache of 64 MB is more than three times larger than the Intel chip's 20 MB. The AMD processor also offers 28 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 16 lanes on the Intel chip, and it has a higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Its unlocked multiplier allows overclocking, which the Intel chip does not support.

For workloads that rely on massive multi-threading, large cache capacity, and high clock speeds, the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X is positioned to excel based on its specifications. For workloads where verified performance data is required, the Intel Core i5-14400T is the only processor with recorded results. The Intel chip's data encryption score of 13,244 and extended instructions score of 14,562 provide additional evidence of its measured capabilities, while the AMD chip's absence from the benchmark database leaves its real-world scores unverified.