AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D vs Intel Core i3-14100 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data presents a stark asymmetry between these two desktop processors. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D carries no benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core i3-14100 has a complete set of measurements across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark. Consequently, the Intel part is the only one with quantified wins in this comparison.

For the Intel Core i3-14100, the benchmark results indicate a strong showing in single-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R15 single-core score of 182, R20 single-core score of 759, and R23 single-core score of 1809 all point to solid per-core performance. Geekbench single-core delivers 2133, and Passmark single-thread reports 3759. These figures place the i3-14100 at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18318.

The i3-14100 also demonstrates clear strengths in multithreaded tasks despite its modest core count. Cinebench R23 multicore reaches 12820, while Geekbench multicore hits 7231. Passmark multithread scores 15095, with integer math at 45329, floating point math at 35266, and extended instructions at 11865. Data compression results show 174115, and random string sorting delivers 17397. These outcomes confirm that the four-core, eight-thread configuration handles parallel workloads competently for its class.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D, with zero recorded benchmarks, cannot claim any measured wins in this dataset. The database shows no scores for Cinebench, Geekbench, or Passmark for this processor. Its percentile ranking of 50 and average benchmark score of 0 reflect the absence of empirical data, not necessarily a lack of capability. The hardware specifications alone suggest substantial potential, but without measurements, no performance victories can be assigned.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename, built on Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a transistor count of 16,630 million spread across a dual-die design with each die measuring 70.6 mm². The Intel Core i3-14100, by contrast, uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a single die of 163 mm².

Core and thread counts diverge sharply. The AMD part provides 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel part offers 4 cores and 8 threads. This is a 4x difference in core count and a 4x difference in thread count. The AMD processor runs with a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz, whereas the Intel chip operates at 3.50 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The AMD part also has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Intel i3-14100 does not.

Cache configurations differ significantly. Both processors allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D provides 1 MB of L2 per core and 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core i3-14100 offers 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. This means the AMD part has substantially more total cache, especially at the L3 level, which could benefit workloads with large working sets.

Memory support also distinguishes the two. The AMD processor uses DDR5 memory with dual-channel support and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also with dual-channel memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity shows the AMD part with Gen 5 and 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part also has Gen 5 but with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics vary as well. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D includes Radeon Graphics, whereas the Intel Core i3-14100 has UHD Graphics 730. Both are active production parts, with the AMD releasing on 2025-10-06 and the Intel on 2024-01-07. The AMD part has a part number of 100-000000719E, and the Intel part uses SRMX1. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $134, while the AMD part has no recorded launch price.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear division of roles. The Intel Core i3-14100 is the only processor in this comparison with measured benchmark results. Its scores place it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18318. The nearest rivals in the database show tight competition: the Intel Core 3 305 sits 0.1% ahead, the Intel Core 5 330 sits 0.1% ahead, the Intel Core 7 360 sits 0.3% ahead, and the Intel Core i3-13100 sits 0.3% ahead. These deltas are minimal, indicating that the i3-14100 performs in a consistent band with its closest competitors.

For users who need verified performance data, the Intel Core i3-14100 is the only option with recorded scores. Its single-thread results, such as Cinebench R23 single-core at 1809 and Geekbench single-core at 2133, confirm respectable per-core speed. Its multithread results, including Cinebench R23 multicore at 12820 and Passmark multithread at 15095, show that even a four-core chip can handle parallel tasks adequately.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D, despite having no benchmark scores, presents specifications that suggest far higher performance potential. With 16 cores, 32 threads, a 5.70 GHz boost clock, 128 MB of L3 cache, and DDR5 bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, the hardware profile indicates a processor aimed at heavy multitasking, content creation, or server-like workloads. However, the database contains no measurements to confirm this. The verdict from the data is straightforward: choose the Intel Core i3-14100 for empirically validated performance, and consider the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D only if its specifications align with workload requirements and benchmark data becomes available.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core i3-14100 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D boosts to 5.70 GHz, and the Intel Core i3-14100 boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-14100 support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i3-14100 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D supports only DDR5.

Q: What is the L3 cache size for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has 128 MB of L3 cache, and the Intel Core i3-14100 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking in the database?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100 ranks at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: Are both processors currently in active production?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D and the Intel Core i3-14100 have a production status of Active.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark section in the database contains no entries, so no direct comparative scores exist between the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D and the Intel Core i3-14100. The wins tally shows zero for both sides, confirming the absence of paired measurements.

However, the Intel Core i3-14100 has standalone results that illustrate its performance profile. In Cinebench R15, the multicore score is 1292 and the single-core score is 182. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 5384 and the single-core score is 759. In Cinebench R23, the multicore score is 12820 and the single-core score is 1809. These Cinebench results show a consistent ratio where multicore performance scales with the four-core, eight-thread configuration, but single-core remains the stronger relative showing.

Geekbench scores for the Intel part are 7231 for multicore and 2133 for single-core. Passmark results provide additional granularity: data compression at 174115, data encryption at 8838, extended instructions at 11865, prime number finding at 55, floating point math at 35266, integer math at 45329, multithread at 15095, physics at 958, random string sorting at 17397, and single-thread at 3759. The single-thread result appears twice in the database under slightly different test names, both recording 3759.

The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D has no benchmark scores in the database. This means every numerical comparison in this section reflects only the Intel part. The absence of AMD data prevents any statement about relative performance wins. The database records no Cinebench, Geekbench, or Passmark results for the AMD processor, so its actual performance remains unmeasured in this context.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i3-14100 provide context for its standing. The Intel Core 3 305 has an average score of 18302, which is 0.1% higher than the i3-14100. The Intel Core 5 330 averages 18345, also 0.1% higher. The Intel Core 7 360 averages 18374, which is 0.3% higher. The Intel Core i3-13100 averages 18380, also 0.3% higher. These small deltas show that the i3-14100 sits in a tightly packed performance cluster, with no significant gap to its immediate competitors.

For the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9950X3D, the nearest rivals list is empty, and the percentile ranking of 50 with an average benchmark score of 0 reflects the lack of data. The hardware specifications, including 16 cores, 32 threads, 128 MB of L3 cache, and a 5.70 GHz boost clock, indicate a processor designed for high-end desktop or embedded workloads. Yet without recorded measurements, the database cannot confirm any benchmark victories for the AMD part. All quantified wins in this comparison belong to the Intel Core i3-14100, purely because it is the only processor with scores.