AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U vs Intel Core i5-14501E Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-14501E has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U boosts to 5.10 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U and the Intel Core i5-14501E support ECC memory.

Q: What process nodes are used for these chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14501E uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14501E has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the market segments for these two parts?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is a mobile processor. The Intel Core i5-14501E is a desktop processor.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The chip uses AMD Socket FP7 and supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, delivering 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Its integrated graphics are the Radeon 780M, and PCIe connectivity is Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes.

The Intel Core i5-14501E belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, using the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-R codename. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel with a 215 mm² die size, with no transistor count recorded. The chip uses Intel Socket 1700, supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, and its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770, and PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The AMD processor provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. Both parts have locked multipliers, and both support ECC memory. The AMD chip is classified as mobile, while the Intel chip is a desktop part.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U as the stronger performer in the benchmark database. It holds an 83rd percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the Intel Core i5-14501E sits at the 50th percentile. The AMD part also has a substantial core and thread advantage: 8 cores and 16 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads.

The Intel Core i5-14501E has a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz compared to 5.10 GHz, and it carries more L3 cache at 24 MB versus 16 MB. It also offers PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, whereas the AMD part uses Gen 4. However, the database contains no benchmark scores for the Intel chip, so its real-world performance cannot be compared directly with the AMD part's recorded results.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is the processor with demonstrated multi-threaded capability, given its 16 threads and its benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark tests. The Intel Core i5-14501E is the desktop option with newer PCIe support and a slightly higher boost clock, but its absence of recorded benchmark data leaves its standing unverified in this database.

For users who prioritize measured performance and higher percentile placement, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is the choice supported by data. For users who need a desktop socket, PCIe Gen 5, and a higher boost clock, the Intel Core i5-14501E is the alternative, though its performance profile is not documented here.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U | Intel Core i5-14501E |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 215 mm² |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 780M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2024-04-15 | 2024-06-30 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database is empty, and the Intel Core i5-14501E has no recorded benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U, however, has a full set of measurements across Cinebench and Passmark tests.

In Cinebench R15, the AMD chip scores 2041 in multi-core and 288 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 8506 multi-core and 1200 single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 20254 multi-core and 2859 single-core. These results place the AMD part well above typical mid-range desktop chips, with its multi-core R23 score indicating strong sustained throughput for a 28 W mobile processor.

Passmark results for the AMD chip show 272664 in data compression, 16441 in data encryption, 19132 in extended instructions, 76 in find prime numbers, 50746 in floating point math, 88339 in integer math, 23850 in multithread, 1174 in physics, 33109 in random string sorting, and 3641 in single-thread. The single-thread score of 3641 is robust for a mobile part, while the multithread score of 23850 confirms the advantage of 16 threads.

Because the Intel Core i5-14501E has no benchmark entries, no direct head-to-head comparison is possible. The database shows the AMD part with an average benchmark score of 32233, which places it near the Intel Core i9-11900 (32226, 0% delta), the Intel Core i5-14400F (32279, -0.1% delta), the Intel Core i7-12800H (32121, 0.3% delta), and the Intel Core i5-14400 (32115, 0.4% delta). These nearest rivals confirm that the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U performs at the level of recent desktop i5 and i7 parts, despite its mobile classification.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U wins in every measurable benchmark category because the Intel Core i5-14501E has no recorded scores. The AMD chip delivers 8 cores and 16 threads, which directly supports its multithread score of 23850 and its Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 20254. Its single-thread Passmark score of 3641 shows strong per-core performance as well, making it suitable for both threaded workloads and lightly threaded applications.

The AMD part also wins on efficiency indicators: a 28 W TDP versus 65 W for the Intel chip, a smaller 178 mm² die, and a 4 nm process versus 10 nm. Its memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is recorded, while the Intel chip's bandwidth is not. For mobile systems, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U offers the combination of high multi-threaded throughput and lower power draw.

The Intel Core i5-14501E wins on raw specifications in a few areas. It has a higher boost clock at 5.20 GHz, more L3 cache at 24 MB, larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, PCIe Gen 5 support, and compatibility with both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. It also has a desktop socket (Intel Socket 1700) and a larger 215 mm² die. These factors suggest potential advantages in memory flexibility and newer PCIe device support, but without benchmark data, the actual performance impact cannot be quantified.

For users selecting between these two, the data supports the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U for any workload where measured performance matters, including multi-threaded rendering, compression, and encryption tasks. The Intel Core i5-14501E is the appropriate choice when desktop socket compatibility, PCIe Gen 5, and DDR4 support are required, acknowledging that its performance profile remains undocumented in the database.