AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE vs Intel Core i7-14701E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core i7-14701E, which wins 16 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE. The single exception is the PassMark random string sorting test, where the AMD part delivers a 7.1% higher score (31240 versus 29158). Outside of that one workload, the Intel processor holds a consistent edge across both synthetic rendering and math-oriented tests.

The Cinebench suite is entirely one-sided. The Intel Core i7-14701E leads by 17.1% in every single Cinebench test, whether the workload is single-core or multi-core. In Cinebench R15, the Intel part scores 2237 versus 1854 in multi-core, and 315 versus 261 in single-core. The same 17.1% margin appears in Cinebench R20, where Intel posts 9321 against AMD's 7725 in multi-core, and 1315 versus 1090 in single-core. Cinebench R23 follows the pattern exactly: 22195 versus 18395 in multi-core, and 3133 versus 2597 in single-core. The consistency of that 17.1% delta across all six Cinebench runs indicates a uniform performance gap in this rendering workload, not a test-specific anomaly.

The PassMark suite shows a wider spread of margins. The largest deficit for the AMD processor occurs in the find prime numbers test, where the Intel chip scores 176 against just 83, a 52.8% advantage. Physics is nearly as lopsided: Intel leads 2399 to 1237, a 48.4% gap. Floating point math also favors Intel strongly, with 61873 versus 39233, a 36.6% difference. Integer math shows a 22.5% lead for Intel (81325 versus 63045). The multithread score gives Intel a 17.7% edge (26112 versus 21502). Data compression is 12.1% faster on Intel (282939 versus 248675). The single-thread PassMark score is 9.2% higher on Intel (4305 versus 3909).

Two workloads are notably close. Data encryption sees Intel ahead by only 4.7% (14862 versus 14163), and extended instructions are nearly even, with Intel leading by 2.9% (18528 versus 17999). These smaller margins suggest that in encryption and specialized instruction throughput, the architectural differences between the two chips matter less than in the math-heavy tests. The random string sorting result is the only benchmark where the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE turns the tables, and it does so by a meaningful 7.1% margin.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14701E is the stronger part in rendering, physics simulation, prime number computation, floating point and integer math, compression, encryption, and general single-threaded throughput. Its Cinebench sweep, with a uniform 17.1% advantage, makes it the clear choice for 3D rendering workloads that scale with both core count and clock speed. The PassMark physics score, at 48.4% higher than the AMD part, indicates a substantial advantage in rigid-body or particle simulation tasks. The 52.8% lead in prime number finding is the single largest delta recorded, pointing to a significant edge in workloads that stress integer division and modular arithmetic.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE wins only the random string sorting test, where it beats Intel by 7.1%. That workload is typically sensitive to memory latency and cache behavior rather than raw core count, so the AMD chip's memory subsystem appears to handle that access pattern more efficiently. The AMD part also keeps the gap small in data encryption (4.7%) and extended instructions (2.9%), so in those areas it is competitive even while losing.

For users prioritizing single-thread responsiveness, the Intel chip leads by 9.2% in PassMark single-thread and by 17.1% in Cinebench R23 single-core. For multi-threaded throughput, the Intel chip leads by 17.7% in PassMark multithread and 17.1% in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The AMD processor's only real claim to a workload-specific win is the string sorting test, which is a narrow slice of overall performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix2 die, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i7-14701E uses the Raptor Lake architecture on the Raptor Lake-R die, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel. The AMD chip integrates 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while the Intel part has a 257 mm² die with no transistor count recorded in the database.

Core topology differs as well. The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel processor has 8 cores and 16 threads. Cache hierarchies also diverge: AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core, with 33 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on the Intel part likely contributes to its lead in data compression and random string sorting, though the AMD chip wins that latter test anyway.

The memory interfaces differ. AMD supports only DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with no bandwidth figure recorded. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The newer PCIe standard on the Intel side gives it higher potential bandwidth for expansion devices.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses the Radeon 740M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The market segments are different: the AMD chip is classified as Mobile, while the Intel chip is Desktop. The AMD part is built on a smaller process node, which helps explain its lower power envelope, while the Intel part uses a larger die and older process node.

Specification Differences

The core counts are the most obvious split: AMD offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel offers 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also differ. The AMD base clock is 3.40 GHz with a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel base clock is 2.60 GHz with a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel chip has a higher boost ceiling but a lower base clock, which is typical for a higher-TDP desktop part.

Power consumption differs substantially. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts. The AMD part's lower TDP aligns with its mobile classification and 4 nm process, while the Intel part's higher TDP reflects its desktop positioning and larger die.

Sockets are not interchangeable: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses Socket 1700. Cache capacity differs at every level. AMD has 64 KB L1, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Intel has 80 KB L1, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. Memory support: AMD is DDR5-only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. PCIe generation and lane count differ: AMD is Gen 4 with 14 lanes, Intel is Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The integrated GPU models differ, as noted. The AMD part's Radeon 740M versus Intel's UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates differ: the AMD part launched on 2024-04-15, and the Intel part launched on 2024-06-30. The production status for both is Active. The part numbers are different, with AMD using 100-000001185 and Intel using Q49FSRNJK.

The average benchmark score tells the overall story: AMD averages 28054, while Intel averages 33206. The AMD part sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel part sits at the 83rd percentile. The nearest rivals in the database reflect these positions. The AMD chip's closest competitor is the Intel Core i5-14500T with an average score of 28065 and a delta of 0. The Intel chip's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 6950H with an average score of 33201 and a delta of 0.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE boosts to 5.00 GHz.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-14701E has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the power consumption of each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel Core i7-14701E has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Which processor wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test?

A: The Intel Core i7-14701E scores 22195, which is 17.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE's 18395.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE wins the PassMark random string sorting test with a score of 31240, which is 7.1% higher than the Intel part's 29158.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core i7-14701E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.