Core i7-14700HX vs M4 Pro (14 cores)
Core i7-14700HX
M4 Pro (14 cores)
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 i7-14700HX
Performance Per Dollar M4 Pro (14 cores)
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-14700HX | M4 Pro (14 cores) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-14700HX | M4 Pro (14 cores) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-14700HX and M4 Pro (14 cores)
Core i7-14700HX
The Core i7-14700HX 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 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: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,173 points. Launch price was $499.
M4 Pro (14 cores)
The M4 Pro (14 cores) is manufactured by Apple. It was released in 30 October 2024 (1 year ago). It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 2.59 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: none. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB. Memory support: LPDDR5X. Passmark benchmark score: 38,127 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Core i7-14700HX packs 20 cores / 28 threads, while the M4 Pro (14 cores) offers 14 cores / 14 threads — the Core i7-14700HX has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-14700HX versus 4.5 GHz on the M4 Pro (14 cores) — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-14700HX (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.59 GHz). The Core i7-14700HX is built on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-14700HX scores 37,173 against the M4 Pro (14 cores)'s 38,127 — a 2.5% lead for the M4 Pro (14 cores).
| Feature | Core i7-14700HX | M4 Pro (14 cores) |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 20 / 28+43% | 14 / 14 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+20% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.59 GHz+23% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) | — |
| PassMark | 37,173 | 38,127+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,871 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,358 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-14700HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the M4 Pro (14 cores) uses none (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-14700HX versus 8533 on the M4 Pro (14 cores) — the M4 Pro (14 cores) supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-14700HX supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 64 — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-14700HX) vs 0 (M4 Pro (14 cores)). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-14700HX) vs 0 (M4 Pro (14 cores)) — the Core i7-14700HX offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Mobile (Core i7-14700HX) and Apple M4 (M4 Pro (14 cores)).
| Feature | Core i7-14700HX | M4 Pro (14 cores) |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | none |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | 8533+170560% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+314572700% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 0 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-14700HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Core i7-14700HX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-14700HX) vs VT-x, VT-d (macOS) (M4 Pro (14 cores)). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics (Core i7-14700HX) and Apple M4 Pro GPU (20-core) (M4 Pro (14 cores)) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: M4 Pro (14 cores) rivals Core Ultra 7 258V.
| Feature | Core i7-14700HX | M4 Pro (14 cores) |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics | Apple M4 Pro GPU (20-core) |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d (macOS) |
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