MediaTek Dimensity 6020 vs Intel Core i7-14700

The MediaTek Dimensity 6020 is a mobile System-on-a-Chip (SoC) for energy-efficient entry-to-mid-range smartphones.

The Intel Core i7-14700 is a powerful desktop processor, designed for demanding applications, gaming, and content creation on PC.

The MediaTek Dimensity 6020 is manufactured using a 7 nm process, utilizes ARM architecture (Cortex-A76 / Cortex-A55), and the ARM Mali-G57 MP2 graphics unit. The Intel Core i7-14700 is based on the 10 nm Raptor Lake S Refresh architecture with hybrid performance and efficiency cores for a significantly higher core and thread count.

It integrates Intel UHD Graphics 770. The Intel processor features 28 MB Level 2 and 33 MB Level 3 cache, which the MediaTek chip lacks. The maximum memory bandwidth of the Intel Core i7-14700 is 90 GB/s compared to 17 GB/s; it supports PCIe 5.0. In benchmarks, the Intel Core i7-14700 significantly outperforms the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 in single-core and multi-core performance.

For gaming, the Intel Core i7-14700 is clearly superior, especially with a dedicated graphics card. The MediaTek chip is primarily for mobile games. The MediaTek Dimensity 6020 is designed for low mobile power consumption. The Intel Core i7-14700 has a significantly higher Thermal Design Power (TDP) and requires appropriate cooling.

The MediaTek chip is integrated into affordable devices, while the Intel Core i7-14700, as a separate product in the upper mid-range, offers good value for money for demanding tasks. The MediaTek Dimensity 6020 is suitable for energy-efficient mobile applications.

The Intel Core i7-14700 is the optimal choice for demanding desktop work and gaming.