Core i5-14500HX vs Ryzen 7 260
Core i5-14500HX
Ryzen 7 260
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14500HX
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 260
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-14500HX | Ryzen 7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-14500HX | Ryzen 7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-14500HX and Ryzen 7 260
Core i5-14500HX
The Core i5-14500HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): + 24 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 28,383 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 7 260
The Ryzen 7 260 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 28,339 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i5-14500HX packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 260 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i5-14500HX has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i5-14500HX versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 260 — a 4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 260 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i5-14500HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 260 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-14500HX scores 28,383 against the Ryzen 7 260's 28,339 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-14500HX. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-14500HX vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 260.
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Ryzen 7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 20+75% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 5.1 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total)+50% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 28,383 | 28,339 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,409 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,150 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-14500HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 260 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Core i5-14500HX supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Ryzen 7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+200% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i5-14500HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 7 260 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-14500HX) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 260). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Core i5-14500HX) and Radeon 780M (Ryzen 7 260) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-14500HX targets Gaming Laptop, Ryzen 7 260 targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Ryzen 7 260 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Gaming Laptop | Mobile |
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