Core i7-14700 vs Ryzen AI Max 390
Core i7-14700
Ryzen AI Max 390
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-14700
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($348) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($348) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i7-14700 and Ryzen AI Max 390
Core i7-14700
The Core i7-14700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 40,934 points. Launch price was $384.
Ryzen AI Max 390
The Ryzen AI Max 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,834 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i7-14700 packs 20 cores / 28 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max 390 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-14700 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-14700 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max 390 — a 7.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-14700 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-14700 uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max 390 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-14700 scores 40,934 against the Ryzen AI Max 390's 41,834 — a 2.2% lead for the Ryzen AI Max 390. L3 cache: 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-14700 vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max 390.
| Feature | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 20 / 28+67% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+8% | 5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.2 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+94% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Strix Halo (2025) |
| PassMark | 40,934 | 41,834+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-14700 uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI Max 390 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i7-14700 versus 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max 390 — the Ryzen AI Max 390 supports 35.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-14700 supports up to 192 of RAM compared to 128 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-14700) vs 4 (Ryzen AI Max 390). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-14700) vs 28 (Ryzen AI Max 390) — the Ryzen AI Max 390 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760 (Core i7-14700) and Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max 390).
| Feature | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FP11 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600 | 8000+43% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192+50% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 28+40% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen AI Max 390 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen AI Max 390 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-14700) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max 390). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-14700) and AMD Radeon 8050S (Ryzen AI Max 390) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-14700 rivals Ryzen 7 7700; Ryzen AI Max 390 rivals Apple M4 Max.
| Feature | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | AMD Radeon 8050S |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-14700 launched at $384 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max 390 debuted at $0. At current prices ($348 vs $0), the Ryzen AI Max 390 is $348 cheaper.
| Feature | Core i7-14700 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $384 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $348 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 117.6 | — |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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