AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear contrast between the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X and the Intel Core i7-14701E, though the comparison is complicated by the fact that the database contains no benchmark entries for the AMD part. The Intel Core i7-14701E has a full set of results across Cinebench and Passmark tests, while the Threadripper 9960X shows an average benchmark score of zero and no nearest rivals listed. This means the only quantitative head-to-head analysis must rely on architectural specifications and the Intel part’s measured performance relative to its own nearest rivals.

The Intel Core i7-14701E posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22195 and a single-core score of 3133. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 9321 with a single-core score of 1315. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 2237 and a single-core score of 315. These results establish a baseline for a desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads. The multi-core to single-core ratio in Cinebench R23 is roughly 7.1 times, which reflects the scaling possible from its thread count.

In Passmark tests, the Intel part records a multithread score of 26112, a single-thread score of 4305, and an average benchmark score of 33206. The integer math score reaches 81325, floating point math hits 61873, and extended instructions score 18528. Data compression scores 282939, while data encryption records 14862. Prime number finding scores 176, random string sorting reaches 29158, and physics scores 2399. The percentile versus all CPUs is 83, which places it above the majority of recorded desktop processors in the database.

The nearest rivals for the Intel part are all AMD or Intel mobile and desktop parts with similar average scores. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H shows an average score of 33201 with a delta percentage of 0. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS posts 33244, which is 0.1 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX records 33091, which is 0.3 percent higher. The Intel Core i7-13650HX scores 33089, which is 0.4 percent higher. These deltas are tiny, all within half a percent, indicating that the i7-14701E sits in a tightly clustered performance band for its average benchmark score.

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X, by contrast, has no benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50. The wins tally shows zero wins for each part. What the database does provide for the AMD part is a specification profile that suggests a very different performance envelope. It has 24 cores and 48 threads, which is three times the core count and three times the thread count of the Intel part. Its base clock is 4.20 GHz and boost clock is 5.30 GHz, compared to the Intel’s 2.60 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost. The AMD part has a 350 watt TDP, while the Intel part has a 65 watt TDP.

The single-core boost clocks are nearly identical, with the Intel part 0.10 GHz higher. The multi-core advantage for the AMD part comes from the core count. With three times the cores and threads, the Threadripper 9960X would be expected to deliver substantially higher multi-threaded throughput in workloads that scale across cores. The database does not provide measured scores to confirm this, but the specification gap is large enough to indicate a major difference in heavily parallel tasks.

The Intel part’s measured scores also show its position relative to its own rivals. The data indicates that the i7-14701E sits within 0.4 percent of all four nearest rivals in average score. This is a very tight grouping. The AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS is the closest rival, just 0.1 percent lower, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX and Intel Core i7-13650HX are 0.3 and 0.4 percent higher respectively. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is exactly tied at a zero percent delta. This suggests that the i7-14701E delivers performance that is statistically indistinguishable from these four processors in the database’s average benchmark metric.

For the AMD Threadripper 9960X, the absence of benchmark data means the database cannot confirm any performance claims. The percentile of 50 versus all CPUs is a neutral midpoint, likely reflecting the lack of recorded measurements rather than actual performance. The specification sheet, however, indicates a processor aimed at high-core-count workloads, with 128 MB of L3 cache, 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and quad-channel memory support. The Intel part has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, and dual-channel memory support.

The memory bandwidth figure for the AMD part is 204.8 GB/s, while the Intel part does not have a listed memory bandwidth in the database. The AMD part supports only DDR5 memory, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both parts support ECC memory. The AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The AMD part has a die size listed as 4x 70.6 mm², while the Intel part has a die size of 257 mm². The AMD part has 33,260 million transistors, while the Intel part has no transistor count listed.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the Intel Core i7-14701E is a fully measured processor with a percentile rank of 83, placing it in the upper tier of all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score of 33206 and its tight grouping with four nearest rivals, all within 0.4 percent, confirm that it delivers consistent mid-to-high-end desktop performance. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 5.40 GHz boost clock makes it suitable for workloads that benefit from strong single-thread performance and moderate multi-threading. The 65 watt TDP is low for a desktop part, which suggests efficient operation.

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X, based on the recorded specifications, targets a different workload profile. With 24 cores and 48 threads, a 350 watt TDP, and 128 MB of L3 cache, it is designed for heavily parallel tasks such as rendering, compilation, and scientific computing. The quad-channel memory bus and 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide substantial I/O bandwidth. The database has no benchmark scores for this part, so its exact performance relative to the Intel part cannot be stated from measurements. The specification differences, however, strongly indicate that the AMD part would lead in multi-threaded throughput, while the Intel part would lead in power efficiency and likely in lightly threaded responsiveness given its higher boost clock.

Who should pick which, strictly from the data: the Intel Core i7-14701E is the only part with verified benchmark results, making it the choice for users who rely on measured performance data. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is the choice for users who need the core count, memory bandwidth, and PCIe lane count that the specifications list, provided they accept that the database currently has no recorded scores to validate its performance.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core i7-14701E?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E has an average benchmark score of 33206 and a percentile rank of 83 versus all CPUs.

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

A: No, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has an empty benchmark list, an average benchmark score of zero, and a percentile rank of 50.

Q: How does the Intel Core i7-14701E compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It is within 0.4 percent of all four nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H is tied at 0 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS is 0.1 percent lower, the AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is 0.3 percent higher, and the Intel Core i7-13650HX is 0.4 percent higher.

Q: What is the core and thread count for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has 24 cores and 48 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has a TDP of 350 watts. The Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X supports DDR5 memory with a quad-channel bus. The Intel Core i7-14701E supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus. Both support ECC memory.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X uses 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Core i7-14701E uses 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD part has a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.30 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The TDP differs significantly: 350 watts for the AMD part versus 65 watts for the Intel part.

The socket types are different. The AMD part uses AMD Socket sTR5, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part has a 4 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel part has a 10 nm process node from Intel. The AMD part has a die size listed as 4x 70.6 mm² and 33,260 million transistors. The Intel part has a die size of 257 mm² and no transistor count listed.

Cache configurations differ. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with a quad-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel bus and no memory bandwidth listed. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD part has Gen 5 with 80 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part has Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: the AMD part has none, while the Intel part includes UHD Graphics 770.

The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD part, while the Intel part is locked. The release dates differ, with the Intel part released on 2024-06-30 and the AMD part released on 2025-07-29. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $1499, while the Intel part has no launch MSRP listed. The market segment is Desktop for both. The production status is Active for both. The AMD part number is 100-000001595, and the Intel part number is Q49FSRNJK.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Shimada Peak, part of the Ryzen Threadripper generation. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core i7 generation (Raptor Lake Refresh). The process nodes differ: the AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

The core architectures reflect different design goals. Zen 5 with 24 cores and 48 threads is a high-core-count design intended for multi-threaded workloads. Raptor Lake with 8 cores and 16 threads is a mainstream design balancing single-thread and multi-thread performance. The cache hierarchy reflects this: the AMD part provides 128 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel part provides 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part uses smaller per-core L1 and L2 caches (64 KB and 1 MB per core) compared to the Intel part (80 KB and 2 MB per core), but the larger core count and total L3 cache give the AMD part a much larger aggregate cache footprint.

Memory architecture also differs. The AMD part uses a quad-channel DDR5 memory bus with a listed bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. The Intel part uses a dual-channel bus supporting both DDR4 and DDR5, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The AMD part’s memory bandwidth advantage is substantial, which supports its high-core-count design in memory-intensive workloads.

PCIe connectivity shows a major difference. The AMD part provides 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only). This makes the AMD part suited to platforms with many expansion devices, such as multiple GPUs or NVMe storage arrays. The Intel part is limited to a more conventional single-GPU configuration.

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD part has no integrated graphics, meaning a discrete GPU is required for display output. The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 770, providing basic display capabilities without a discrete GPU. Both parts support ECC memory, which is notable for desktop segments.

The launch timeline differs by about a year. The Intel part was released on 2024-06-30, while the AMD part was released on 2025-07-29. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $1499. The Intel part has no launch MSRP in the database. The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD part, allowing overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. The production status is Active for both processors.