AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 vs Intel Core i7-4712HQ Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents an unusually consistent picture. In every single recorded test, the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 takes the win. The head-to-head comparison spans six Cinebench workloads, and the Intel Core i7-4712HQ does not secure a single victory in any of them.

Starting with Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD part scores 493 against Intel's 454. That is a delta of -7.9% from Intel's perspective, meaning the Ryzen is roughly 8% ahead. The single-core R15 result follows the same pattern: AMD scores 69, Intel scores 64, a -7.2% delta. The gap narrows slightly in single-core terms, but the direction never changes.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the multicore scores are 2055 for AMD and 1895 for Intel, a -7.8% delta. Single-core R20 shows 289 versus 267, a -7.6% delta. The margins are remarkably consistent across the different Cinebench versions, all hovering in the 7.2% to 7.9% range. This consistency suggests a stable performance advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The newest test in the set, Cinebench R23, reinforces the pattern. Multicore: AMD 4893, Intel 4512, delta -7.8%. Single-core: AMD 690, Intel 637, delta -7.7%. Across all six benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 wins every round, and the average delta sits at approximately -7.7%.

Looking at the broader database context, both processors land in the 37th percentile against all CPUs. The Intel part has an average benchmark score of 1436, while the AMD part averages 1415. This is a notable divergence: the AMD wins every head-to-head test yet has a lower average score across the full benchmark suite. The reason is clear when examining the nearest rivals. The Intel chip sits near the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G (1439, a -0.2% delta), the Intel Core i7-2600K (1433, +0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE (1444, -0.6%), and the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5 (1446, -0.7%). The AMD part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U and Intel Core i5-4460, both at 1415 with a 0% delta, plus the Intel Core i7-3840QM at 1416 (-0.1%) and Intel Core i7-2700K at 1419 (-0.3%). The database includes more Geekbench results for the Intel chip (2734 multicore, 923 single-core), which may pull its average up relative to the AMD part, which lacks those Geekbench scores entirely.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 wins every single benchmark category that both processors share. If a workload is represented in the Cinebench suite, the AMD part comes out ahead. The data shows no test, whether multicore or single-core, where the Intel Core i7-4712HQ manages a superior result.

For multicore workloads, the AMD part's advantage is consistent, ranging from -7.8% to -7.9% across R15, R20, and R23. This indicates that the AMD chip scales better across all cores, even though both have 4 physical cores. The AMD part has 4 threads total, while the Intel has 8 threads via Hyper-Threading, yet the AMD still wins multicore tests. That is a significant finding: the Intel's extra threads do not translate to a performance lead in these Cinebench renders.

For single-core workloads, the AMD advantage is slightly smaller but still present. The deltas range from -7.2% (R15) to -7.7% (R23). The AMD's higher boost clock of 3.50 GHz versus the Intel's 3.30 GHz likely contributes here, as does the newer architecture.

The only area where the Intel shows a potential edge is in the Geekbench results, which are present only for the Intel in the database. The Intel scores 2734 multicore and 923 single-core in Geekbench. There are no Geekbench scores recorded for the AMD part, so no direct comparison can be made using the data.

For a desktop embedded use case, the AMD part dominates the recorded benchmarks. For a mobile workload history (the Intel is marked as Mobile segment), the Intel part's legacy results show it near chips like the i7-2600K and Ryzen 5 2400G in overall average score. But in the specific head-to-head set, the Ryzen Embedded R2314 is simply faster.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different eras and design philosophies. The Intel Core i7-4712HQ uses the Haswell architecture, released in 2014 on a 22 nm process node. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses the Zen+ architecture, specifically the Picasso codename, on a 12 nm node from GlobalFoundries. The process shrink is substantial, which contributes to differences in efficiency and transistor density.

Transistor counts differ dramatically. The Intel chip packs 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The AMD chip has 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. That is more than three times the transistor count, on a die that is only about 19% larger. The AMD part integrates more complex logic, including a newer graphics core.

Cache hierarchies are distinct. The Intel has 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD has 96 KB L1 per core (likely 32 KB data plus 64 KB instruction), 512 KB L2 per core, and a smaller 4 MB shared L3. The AMD has more L1 and L2 per core, but less shared L3. This trade-off affects certain workloads differently.

Memory support diverges. The Intel supports DDR3 only, with dual-channel and a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The AMD supports DDR4, also dual-channel, but with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. That is a 67% higher theoretical bandwidth for the AMD part, which can help in memory-bound tasks. The AMD also supports ECC memory, which the Intel does not.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Intel packs Intel HD 4600, an older generation iGPU. The AMD has Radeon Vega 6, which is based on a newer architecture and typically offers better graphics performance, though the database does not provide iGPU benchmarks.

The AMD has a lower TDP of 15 watts, versus the Intel's 37 watts. That makes the AMD far more power-efficient on paper. The Intel uses the BGA 1364 socket (mobile), while the AMD uses the FP5 socket (desktop embedded). Both run Gen 3 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes.

The Intel has 8 threads via Hyper-Threading, the AMD has 4 threads without SMT. This is a key design difference: the Intel tries to extract more parallelism from 4 cores, while the AMD runs simpler 4-core, 4-thread setup with higher clocks.

The Verdict

The data strongly favors the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 for any workload represented in the head-to-head benchmarks. It wins all six Cinebench tests, with deltas between -7.2% and -7.8%. The AMD is also more power-efficient, with a 15-watt TDP versus the Intel's 37 watts. For embedded, always-on, or thermally constrained systems, that difference is decisive.

The Intel's only potential saving grace in the data is its Geekbench scores (2734 multicore, 923 single-core), but no corresponding AMD Geekbench scores exist in the database, so those cannot be compared. The Intel also has an average benchmark score of 1436, which is slightly higher than the AMD's 1415, but that average includes Geekbench results that the AMD lacks. In the tests where both have scores, AMD wins every time.

Who should pick the AMD? Anyone running Cinebench-style rendering, encoding, or multithreaded productivity tasks. The AMD also suits embedded systems that require ECC memory support and DDR4 plus lower power consumption. The AMD has a release date of 2022 and is still in production, while the Intel was released in 2020 and is end-of-life. For new designs, the AMD is the only one with an active production status.

Who might consider the Intel? Only if the system requires the Intel BGA 1364 socket, DDR3 memory support, or the specific Haswell feature set. The Intel's launch MSRP was $378, but that is a historical figure from 2020; the AMD has no launch MSRP in the database. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Overall, the data shows a clear winner. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 is faster in every shared benchmark, more power-efficient, and built on a newer node. The Intel does not win a single head-to-head test.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 scores 690, while the Intel Core i7-4712HQ scores 637. The AMD leads by -7.7% delta.

Q: How do the multicore scores compare in Cinebench R20?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 scores 2055, the Intel Core i7-4712HQ scores 1895. The AMD leads by -7.8% delta.

Q: Does the Intel chip have any benchmark win against the AMD?

A: No. The head-to-head data shows AMD wins all six Cinebench tests (R15, R20, R23, both multicore and single-core). The Intel has zero wins in head-to-head results.

Q: Which processor has a smaller process node?

A: The AMD uses a 12 nm process, while the Intel uses a 22 nm process. The AMD node is smaller.

Q: What memory types do they support?

A: The AMD supports DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth and ECC. The Intel supports DDR3 with 25.6 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC.

Q: Which chip has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD boosts to 3.50 GHz, while the Intel boosts to 3.30 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-4712HQ | AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 |

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

| Architecture | Haswell | Zen+ (Picasso) |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 12 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 4,940 million |

| Die Size | 177 mm² | 210 mm² |

| Threads | 8 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.30 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.30 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| TDP | 37 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1364 | AMD Socket FP5 |

| Cache L1 | 64 KB per core | 96 KB per core |

| Cache L2 | 256 KB per core | 512 KB per core |

| Cache L3 | 6 MB shared | 4 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 25.6 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 4600 | Radeon Vega 6 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release Date | 2014-03-31 | 2022-06-20 |

| Launch MSRP | $378 | None |

| Part Number | SR1PZ | YE2314C4T4MFH |

The two chips differ in nearly every architectural category. The AMD is newer, built on a smaller node, with more transistors and higher bandwidth. The Intel has more threads but slower clocks and an older memory standard.