AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX vs Intel Core i5-14401TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains extensive results for the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX, while the Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry means the comparison relies entirely on the AMD processor's measured performance and the architectural specifications of both parts.

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX delivers dominant multi-threaded performance. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 59,494 points. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core result is 24,987, and Cinebench R15 multi-core comes in at 5,996. These figures place the processor at the 97th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 101,041.

The nearest rivals in the database provide context for these numbers. The AMD EPYC 7513 posts an average score of 102,244, which is 1.2% higher than the Threadripper PRO 9955WX. The AMD EPYC 8324P averages 103,329, putting it 2.2% ahead. On the flip side, the AMD EPYC 4585PX averages 99,324, which is 1.7% behind, and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX averages 98,504, sitting 2.6% lower. The 9955WX therefore slots between these server and workstation parts, slightly behind the two EPYC models but ahead of the other two rivals.

Single-thread performance is also strong. Cinebench R23 single-core yields 8,399 points, Cinebench R20 single-core produces 3,527, and Cinebench R15 single-core delivers 846. The PassMark single-thread score is 4,530. These results indicate the Zen 5 architecture sustains high per-core throughput, which matters for lightly threaded workloads.

The PassMark suite shows specialized strengths. Data compression scores 920,954, a massive figure that reflects the processor's cache and memory subsystem. Data encryption reaches 44,389, while extended instructions hit 76,363. Floating-point math scores 156,215, and integer math scores 236,120. Random string sorting completes at 99,813, and prime number finding posts 337. The multithread PassMark score is 67,035, with physics at 4,156.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE has zero benchmark entries in the database. Its percentile rank is 50, and its average benchmark score is 0. No head-to-head benchmark comparisons exist, and the wins counter shows zero for both processors. The data cannot quantify how the i5-14401TE would perform on these same tests. Any direct score comparison is impossible from the recorded information. What the database does show is that the AMD part has been extensively measured and ranks near the top of all CPUs, while the Intel part lacks any measured results.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses Zen 5 architecture with the codename Shimada Peak. It belongs to the 9000 series and is listed under the Ryzen Threadripper generation. The Intel Core i5-14401TE uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-R, belonging to the Core 14th Gen series and the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation.

The manufacturing process differs substantially. AMD builds the 9955WX on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 16,630 million transistors spread across a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². Intel builds the i5-14401TE on a 10 nm process at its own foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The transistor count for the Intel part is not recorded in the database.

Core and thread counts diverge significantly. The AMD processor has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel processor has 6 cores and 12 threads. This is a 10-core and 20-thread difference in favor of AMD.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on the AMD part is notable for workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

Clock speeds show different positioning. The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The AMD part starts much higher and boosts further, while the Intel part has a low base clock with a more modest boost ceiling.

Power envelopes contrast sharply. The AMD processor has a TDP of 350 watts, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 45 watts. The AMD part consumes substantially more power, consistent with its higher core count and clock speeds.

Memory support differs in breadth and width. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with an eight-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 409.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel memory bus and no recorded memory bandwidth figure. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 5 with 128 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part offers eight times the lane count.

Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD processor, listed as N/A. The Intel processor includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part requires a discrete GPU, while the Intel part has an iGPU option.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor does not. The AMD part carries the part number 100-000000725, and the Intel part carries Q4T4SRNJP. The AMD processor was released on 2025-07-22, while the Intel processor was released on 2024-06-30. Both are marked as Active in production status and target the Desktop market segment.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i5-14401TE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

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

A: The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do their power requirements compare?

A: The AMD processor has a TDP of 350 watts. The Intel processor has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: What memory configurations do they support?

A: The AMD processor supports DDR5 with an eight-channel memory bus and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401TE includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the PCIe lane count for each?

A: The AMD processor provides Gen 5 with 128 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The Verdict

The data in the database points to distinct use cases for each processor. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX delivers measured multi-threaded performance that ranks at the 97th percentile among all CPUs. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 59,494 and PassMark multithread score of 67,035 place it firmly in workstation and server territory. Its 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, eight-channel DDR5 memory with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth, and 64 MB of L3 cache support heavy parallel workloads such as rendering, simulation, and data processing. The unlocked multiplier and 350-watt TDP indicate a part designed for maximum throughput with appropriate cooling.

The Intel Core i5-14401TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its specifications suggest a different role. The 45-watt TDP, dual-channel memory support, and 16 PCIe lanes fit a lower-power desktop system. The included UHD Graphics 730 means the processor can operate without a discrete GPU. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, along with a 4.50 GHz boost clock, position it for everyday desktop tasks rather than heavy parallel computation.

The choice between these two depends entirely on workload requirements. For users who need maximum multi-threaded performance, high memory bandwidth, and extensive PCIe connectivity, the AMD processor is the only option with measured data supporting such use. For users who need a low-power desktop processor with integrated graphics and modest core counts, the Intel processor fits that profile. The database cannot provide a performance comparison because the Intel part lacks benchmark entries, so any direct performance decision must rely on the AMD processor's recorded results alone.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Intel Core i5-14401TE |

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

| Cores | 16 | 6 |

| Threads | 32 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 4.50 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 350 W | 45 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 | 16,630 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 2x 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 | 64 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Eight-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 409.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 128 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

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

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release Date | 2025-07-22 | 2024-06-30 |

| Part Number | 100-000000725 | Q4T4SRNJP |

| Launch MSRP | $1649 | Not recorded |