Core i7-14700F vs Ryzen 7 8840HX
Core i7-14700F
Ryzen 7 8840HX
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 i7-14700F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 8840HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-14700F | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-14700F | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($330) | ✅ 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 i7-14700F and Ryzen 7 8840HX
Core i7-14700F
The Core i7-14700F 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: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 41,456 points. Launch price was $359.
Ryzen 7 8840HX
The Ryzen 7 8840HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 42,275 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i7-14700F packs 20 cores / 28 threads, while the Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-14700F has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-14700F versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8840HX — a 5.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-14700F (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Core i7-14700F uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses Dragon Range (2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-14700F scores 41,456 against the Ryzen 7 8840HX's 42,275 — a 2% lead for the Ryzen 7 8840HX. L3 cache: 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-14700F vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 8840HX.
| Feature | Core i7-14700F | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 20 / 28+67% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+6% | 5.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.9 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+94% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Dragon Range (2025) |
| PassMark | 41,456 | 42,275+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,800 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-14700F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-14700F versus 5600 on the Ryzen 7 8840HX — the Ryzen 7 8840HX supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-14700F supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-14700F) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 8840HX) — the Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760,H770 (Core i7-14700F) and FP8,FP7 (Ryzen 7 8840HX).
| Feature | Core i7-14700F | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | 5600+111900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+314572700% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 28+40% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Ryzen 7 8840HX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-14700F) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 7 8840HX). The Ryzen 7 8840HX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 780M), while the Core i7-14700F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-14700F targets Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-14700F rivals Ryzen 7 7700; Ryzen 7 8840HX rivals Core i7-13700H.
| Feature | Core i7-14700F | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
| Target Use | Gaming Desktop | — |
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