AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains benchmark results for the Intel Core i5-14401E across six Cinebench tests, while the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This makes a direct head-to-head comparison impossible based on measured scores alone. The Intel part shows a multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 18161 points and a single-core score of 2564 points. In Cinebench R20, it records 7627 points multi-core and 1076 points single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 1830 points multi-core and 258 points single-core.

The lack of benchmark data for the Threadripper 9960X means the database cannot assign it a win count in any test category. Its winsA and winsB fields both register zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. For the Intel Core i5-14401E, the average benchmark score across its six recorded tests is 5253 points, placing it at the 60th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core i5-14401E provide context for its mid-range positioning. The Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 scores 5259 points, a delta of -0.1% relative to the i5-14401E, meaning the i5 trails by a negligible margin. The Intel Core i7-11700B scores 5241 points, a delta of 0.2% in favor of the i5. The Intel Core i9-10850K also scores 5240 points, again a 0.2% advantage for the i5. The Intel Core i5-13400T scores 5210 points, representing a 0.8% gap in favor of the i5-14401E. These deltas show the i5-14401E sits in a tightly clustered performance band, within roughly one percent of four comparable desktop and workstation processors.

Without any recorded benchmarks for the Threadripper 9960X, the data cannot indicate where it would land relative to the i5-14401E in Cinebench tests. The Threadripper's percentileVsAllCpus field reads 50, but its avgBenchmarkScore is zero, which reflects the absence of actual test data rather than a measured performance level. The Intel part, by contrast, has a full suite of Cinebench scores and a percentile ranking of 60, indicating it outperforms the majority of processors in the database according to the recorded measurements.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X uses the Zen 5 architecture under the codename Shimada Peak, part of the Ryzen Threadripper generation built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core 14th Gen series built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The process node difference is substantial: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which typically translates into distinct transistor density and power characteristics.

Core counts differ dramatically. The Threadripper 9960X provides 24 cores and 48 threads, while the i5-14401E provides 6 cores and 12 threads. This is a 4x difference in both core and thread counts. Cache hierarchies also diverge sharply. The Threadripper has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. Although the Intel design allocates more L1 and L2 per core, the Threadripper's much larger L3 pool (128 MB versus 20 MB) gives it a six-fold advantage in last-level cache.

Clock speeds follow the core count pattern. The Threadripper 9960X has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The i5-14401E has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Threadripper runs faster at both ends of the frequency range despite having four times as many cores. Thermal design power reflects the scale difference: the Threadripper is rated at 350 W, while the i5-14401E is rated at 65 W.

Memory support also splits the two. The Threadripper 9960X supports DDR5 memory exclusively through a quad-channel memory bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. The i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel memory bus, with no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the Threadripper offers Gen 5 with 80 lanes from the CPU alone, while the i5-14401E offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The Threadripper 9960X uses AMD Socket sTR5, while the i5-14401E uses Intel Socket 1700. The Threadripper has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the i5-14401E has a locked multiplier. The Threadripper has no integrated graphics; the i5-14401E includes Intel UHD Graphics 730. The Threadripper's die consists of 33,260 million transistors across four 70.6 mm² chiplets. The i5-14401E's die measures 215 mm², with no transistor count recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E is the only processor in this comparison with actual benchmark results, so its wins are documented across six Cinebench tests. Its single-core performance, with an R23 score of 2564 points and an R20 score of 1076 points, positions it as a capable processor for tasks that rely on one or two threads. Its multi-core scores, including 18161 points in R23 and 7627 points in R20, reflect its six-core, twelve-thread configuration. The 60th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database places it above the median, and its nearest rivals all sit within one percent of its average score, indicating a solid mid-range performer.

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has no recorded benchmark wins in this database. Its architecture profile, however, points to areas where it could be expected to dominate based on specifications alone, though the data does not confirm this through measurements. The 24-core, 48-thread configuration with a 128 MB L3 cache and 204.8 GB/s memory bandwidth suggests heavy multi-threaded workloads would favor it, but no benchmark numbers exist to validate that expectation. The 350 W TDP and quad-channel DDR5 support reinforce the workstation-oriented design.

For power-conscious deployments, the i5-14401E stands out with its 65 W TDP and dual-channel memory support that includes DDR4 compatibility. For memory-intensive applications, the Threadripper's quad-channel bus and higher recorded bandwidth provide a structural advantage. The i5-14401E includes integrated graphics, which allows basic display output without a discrete GPU, while the Threadripper requires a separate graphics card.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the recorded benchmark scores for the Intel Core i5-14401E?

A: The i5-14401E scores 1830 points in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 258 points in R15 single-core, 7627 points in R20 multi-core, 1076 points in R20 single-core, 18161 points in R23 multi-core, and 2564 points in R23 single-core.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X have any benchmark results in the database?

A: No, the Threadripper 9960X has an empty benchmarks array and an average benchmark score of zero.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X supports DDR5 only.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has a TDP of 350 W, and the Intel Core i5-14401E has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E includes Intel UHD Graphics 730. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has no integrated graphics.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14401E compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It trails the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 by 0.1%, and it leads the Intel Core i7-11700B by 0.2%, the Intel Core i9-10850K by 0.2%, and the Intel Core i5-13400T by 0.8%.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on workload type. The Intel Core i5-14401E is the only processor here with measured performance, and its six Cinebench scores, average benchmark score of 5253 points, and 60th percentile ranking give it a documented performance profile. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has no benchmark entries, so any assessment of its performance must rely on its architectural specifications alone.

For single-threaded tasks and general desktop workloads, the i5-14401E delivers verified results with a modest 65 W TDP, integrated graphics, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Its locked multiplier and dual-channel memory bus align with a mainstream desktop role. The Threadripper 9960X, by contrast, presents a workstation-oriented specification sheet: 24 cores, 48 threads, 128 MB of L3 cache, quad-channel DDR5 with 204.8 GB/s bandwidth, 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and an unlocked multiplier. These specifications indicate a design aimed at heavily parallel workloads, but the database records no benchmark evidence to confirm actual performance levels.

The choice between the two depends on whether the user prioritizes verified mainstream performance or a high-core-count platform with workstation-class memory and PCIe capabilities. The i5-14401E has the measured results to back its position. The Threadripper 9960X offers a substantially larger core count and memory subsystem, but its performance remains unquantified in the database. The Intel part also has the advantage of a 60th percentile ranking, while the Threadripper sits at the 50th percentile with no average score.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 24 | 6 |

| Threads | 48 | 12 |

| Base clock | 4.20 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.30 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 350 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket sTR5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Shimada Peak | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 33,260 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 4x 70.6 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

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

| L3 cache | 128 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 204.8 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 80 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release date | 2025-07-29 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $1499 | Not recorded |

| Part number | 100-000001595 | Q49JSRNJS |