AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX vs Intel Core i7-14701TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data presents a complete sweep. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX wins all 17 recorded benchmark comparisons, with zero wins for the Intel Core i7-14701TE. The margins are substantial across every category, from single-thread tasks to heavily parallel workloads.

The largest gap appears in PassMark's extended instructions test, where the AMD part scores 76,363 against Intel's 14,354, a delta of 432%. This indicates a dramatic advantage in workloads that leverage advanced instruction sets, likely reflecting both architectural maturity and higher core throughput.

Data compression shows a 317.6% delta, with AMD scoring 920,954 versus Intel's 220,520. Random string sorting follows closely at 338.5%, with scores of 99,813 and 22,760 respectively. These results point to memory subsystem efficiency and cache hierarchy advantages that directly impact data manipulation tasks.

Encryption workloads also favor AMD heavily. The data encryption test shows a 279.4% delta, with AMD at 44,389 and Intel at 11,699. Integer math produces a 258.9% delta (236,120 versus 65,792), while floating point math shows a 211.1% delta (156,215 versus 50,219).

Cinebench scores tell a consistent story. Across R15, R20, and R23, both multi-core and single-core results show deltas hovering near 249%. The R23 multi-core test shows AMD at 59,494 versus Intel's 17,035, a 249.2% delta. Single-core R23 shows 8,399 versus 2,405, also a 249.2% delta. The consistency of these percentages suggests the performance gap scales uniformly regardless of thread count or workload type.

The smallest delta in the entire dataset is the PassMark single-thread test, where AMD leads by 71.8% with 4,530 versus 2,637. Even here, the advantage is decisive. Physics calculations show a 123.4% delta (4,156 versus 1,860), and prime number finding shows a 135.7% delta (337 versus 143).

The average benchmark score reinforces the separation. AMD's average sits at 101,041, placing it in the 97th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Intel's average is 26,013, which puts it in the 78th percentile. The nearest rivals for AMD include the AMD EPYC 7513 with an average score of 102,244 (a 1.2% deficit), the AMD EPYC 4585PX at 99,324 (a 1.7% lead), the AMD EPYC 8324P at 103,329 (a 2.2% deficit), and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX at 98,504 (a 2.6% lead). Intel's closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 at 25,981 (a 0.1% lead), the AMD Ryzen 5 8640HS at 26,106 (a 0.4% deficit), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE at 25,880 (a 0.5% lead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 8540U at 26,187 (a 0.7% deficit).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD's Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Shimada Peak codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Intel's Core i7-14701TE uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel's own fabs. The process node difference alone explains part of the performance and efficiency gap.

Core counts diverge sharply. AMD provides 16 cores and 32 threads, while Intel provides 8 cores and 16 threads. This 2x thread advantage directly translates to the multi-threaded benchmark results. Clock speeds also favor AMD, with a 4.50 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost versus Intel's 2.10 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. The base clock difference is particularly notable, as it affects sustained all-core workloads.

Cache configurations reveal different strategies. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches do not compensate for AMD's larger total L3 pool and higher core count.

Memory support differs in scope. AMD supports DDR5 with an eight-channel memory bus and a recorded bandwidth of 409.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 but uses a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. Both support ECC memory, which matters for professional workloads.

PCIe connectivity shows another major divergence. AMD provides Gen 5 with 128 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. This difference positions AMD for multi-GPU or high-bandwidth storage configurations, while Intel targets more modest expansion needs.

Integrated graphics are absent on the AMD part, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. This is a meaningful distinction for systems that require display output without a discrete GPU. The TDP figures reflect the design targets: AMD is rated at 350 W, Intel at 45 W. The multiplier is unlocked on AMD and locked on Intel. AMD's launch MSRP is $1649.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX dominates every benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, with deltas ranging from 71.8% to 432%. The Intel Core i7-14701TE does not win a single recorded test. For workloads that prioritize raw compute throughput, multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, or floating point math, the AMD processor is the only rational choice based on these measurements.

The Intel part occupies a different niche entirely. Its 45 W TDP, integrated graphics, and dual-channel memory support suggest a low-power desktop or compact system role. The recorded data shows it performs near the level of AMD's Ryzen 5 mobile and desktop chips, with its nearest rivals being the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340, Ryzen 5 8640HS, Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, and Ryzen 5 8540U. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX sits alongside server-class EPYC processors in the database, indicating a workstation or entry-server positioning.

The 97th versus 78th percentile ranking summarizes the separation. Users whose software can exploit 32 threads and a 350 W power envelope will see outsized gains. Users constrained by power budgets or requiring integrated graphics will find the Intel part competitive within its own class, but it cannot challenge the AMD processor in any recorded metric.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. AMD uses the AMD Socket sTR5, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. AMD is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC; Intel uses a 10 nm process at Intel. AMD's die size is listed as 2x 70.6 mm² with 16,630 million transistors; Intel's die size is 257 mm² with no transistor count recorded.

Core and thread counts differ at 16/32 versus 8/16. Base clocks are 4.50 GHz versus 2.10 GHz, and boost clocks are 5.40 GHz versus 5.20 GHz. TDP ratings are 350 W versus 45 W. AMD supports only DDR5 memory with an eight-channel bus and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no bandwidth figure. Both support ECC.

PCIe lanes differ at 128 versus 16, both Gen 5. AMD has no integrated graphics; Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. AMD's multiplier is unlocked; Intel's is locked. AMD's release date is 2025-07-22, while Intel's is 2024-06-30. AMD has a launch MSRP of $1649; Intel has no recorded launch MSRP.

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 i7-14701TE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How large is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD processor scores 59,494, while the Intel processor scores 17,035. This represents a 249.2% delta in favor of AMD.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX and the Intel Core i7-14701TE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the difference in memory channel support?

A: The AMD processor uses an eight-channel memory bus with DDR5 support and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor uses a dual-channel bus and supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with no bandwidth recorded.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701TE includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX has no integrated graphics.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD processor has an average benchmark score of 101,041, placing it in the 97th percentile. The Intel processor has an average score of 26,013, placing it in the 78th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX wins in every recorded benchmark category. Its most extreme advantages appear in extended instructions (432% delta), random string sorting (338.5% delta), and data compression (317.6% delta). These results indicate superiority in scientific computing, data processing, and compression workloads. The Cinebench results, with consistent 249% deltas across all versions and thread counts, confirm dominance in rendering and content creation tasks. The PassMark multi-thread score of 67,035 versus 20,042 reinforces its position for heavily parallel workloads. The 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and eight-channel memory bandwidth further support multi-GPU and high-throughput storage configurations.

The Intel Core i7-14701TE does not win any recorded benchmark. Its strengths lie outside the measured performance data: a 45 W TDP enables low-power system designs, integrated graphics provide display output without a discrete GPU, and dual-channel memory support reduces platform complexity. The unlocked multiplier is absent, but the locked design may simplify power management in constrained environments. Its nearest rivals in the database are AMD Ryzen 5 mobile and desktop processors, which places it in the mainstream performance tier rather than the workstation class. For workloads that fit within its power envelope and do not require extreme thread counts, it remains a viable low-power desktop option. The recorded data shows no scenario where it outperforms the AMD part.