AMD Ryzen 5 9500F vs AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data presents a clear and consistent picture: the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F wins every single head-to-head comparison against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G. Out of the eleven recorded test categories, the 9500F takes all eleven, with zero wins for the 440G. This is not a case of one chip excelling in specific niches while the other dominates elsewhere; the 9500F is uniformly ahead across every workload measured.

The largest advantages for the 9500F appear in integer-heavy and physics-based tasks. The `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test shows a 144.4% delta, which is the most extreme gap in the entire dataset. Physics simulation also favors the 9500F strongly, with a 39.3% advantage. These results indicate that the 9500F's architecture is particularly efficient at handling sequential, branch-heavy, and floating-point-intensive workloads.

For the 440G, its best relative performance comes in the `passmark_random_string_sorting` test, where it trails by only 9.9%. The single-thread tests also show a relatively narrow gap, with the 440G just 4.9% behind. This suggests that while the 440G is consistently slower, its per-core efficiency in lighter, memory-access-bound tasks is closer to the 9500F's level than in compute-heavy scenarios.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this hierarchy. The 9500F records an average score of 52,873, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database. The 440G averages 46,187, which puts it in the 89th percentile. While both chips sit in the upper echelon of recorded processors, the 9500F holds a clear overall lead.

Architecture Differences

Both processors are built on TSMC's 4 nm process node and share the same 6-core, 12-thread configuration. They also use the same AMD Socket AM5 platform, support dual-channel DDR5 memory with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and both have unlocked multipliers. ECC memory support is present on both.

The fundamental divergence lies in their silicon designs. The 9500F belongs to the 9000 series, codenamed Granite Ridge, and uses the Zen 5 architecture exclusively. Its die size is 70.6 mm², and it contains 8,315 million transistors. The 440G, codenamed Gorgon Point, is part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation and uses a hybrid arrangement of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. Its die is substantially larger at 195 mm², reflecting the integration of additional components beyond the CPU cores.

Cache hierarchy differs significantly. Both chips provide 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core. However, the shared L3 cache is much larger on the 9500F: 32 MB compared to just 8 MB on the 440G. This fourfold difference in L3 capacity is a major factor in the 9500F's superior performance in the data compression and encryption tests, where working set sizes often exceed smaller caches.

Clock speeds also favor the 9500F. It has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The 440G starts much lower at 2.00 GHz base and boosts to 4.80 GHz. The 9500F's higher sustained clocks contribute directly to its wins in single-thread and physics workloads.

The most visible feature difference is the integrated graphics. The 9500F has no integrated GPU (marked as N/A), while the 440G includes a Radeon 840M. This makes the 440G a more complete package for systems that do not use a discrete graphics card, despite its lower CPU performance.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The 9500F provides PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The 440G offers PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes. For users planning high-bandwidth storage or future GPU upgrades, the 9500F's newer and wider interface is the stronger option.

The 9500F carries a launch MSRP of $219 and was released in September 2025. The 440G has no recorded launch MSRP in the database and a later release date of February 2026. Both chips are listed as active production parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The single-thread results are close but decisive. The 9500F scores 4,258 in both `passmark_single_thread` and `passmark_singlethread`, against 4,060 for the 440G. That is a 4.9% advantage, the smallest margin recorded in the entire comparison. This shows that per-core IPC is similar, but the 9500F's higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.80 GHz gives it the edge.

The multithread test shows a much wider gap. The 9500F records 28,312 against 23,487 for the 440G, a 20.5% delta. With identical core and thread counts, this difference stems from the 9500F's superior sustained clock speeds and larger L3 cache. The 440G's lower base clock of 2.00 GHz likely limits its ability to maintain throughput across all cores.

Integer math delivers an 18.2% win for the 9500F: 84,198 versus 71,251. Floating-point math shows an even larger 23.8% gap: 56,570 versus 45,711. The extended instructions test is particularly lopsided at 27.7% in favor of the 9500F, with scores of 26,370 and 20,648. This suggests the 9500F's implementation of advanced instruction sets is more efficient.

Data encryption gives the 9500F a 15.7% lead (15,716 versus 13,585), while data compression shows an 11.3% advantage (325,678 versus 292,735). The compression test is the highest-scoring workload for both chips, and the 9500F's larger L3 cache appears to help it maintain higher throughput.

Physics simulation is a strong point for the 9500F, with a 39.3% margin: 1,851 versus 1,329. The prime number finding test is the most dramatic, with the 9500F scoring 220 against just 90 for the 440G, a 144.4% delta. This workload is highly sensitive to branch prediction and integer throughput, areas where the 9500F's full Zen 5 cores outperform the hybrid configuration.

Random string sorting is the closest result besides single-thread, with the 9500F winning 34,174 versus 31,106, a 9.9% gap. This memory-heavy workload is less dependent on raw compute speed, which explains the narrower margin.

The Verdict

The data directs a straightforward conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F is the faster processor in every measured category. For users prioritizing raw CPU performance, the 9500F is the unambiguous choice. Its average benchmark score of 52,873 puts it 14.5% ahead of the 440G's 46,187, and it sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs versus the 440G's 89th.

The 9500F's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which scores 53,288 and is only 0.8% higher. The Intel Xeon 634 and AMD EPYC 7313P are also close, at 0.2% and 0.6% above respectively. This places the 9500F in elite company for its class.

The 440G's nearest rivals tell a different story. The Intel Core i9-13900HX scores 46,098, just 0.2% below the 440G. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and Intel Core Ultra 5 235 are similarly close. This indicates the 440G is competitive with high-end mobile and desktop processors from other families, but it cannot match the 9500F.

The deciding factor for choosing the 440G rests entirely on its integrated Radeon 840M graphics. The 9500F has no integrated GPU, so any system built around it requires a separate graphics card. For a desktop that already includes a discrete GPU, the 9500F delivers superior compute performance with no downside. For a system that must operate without a discrete card, the 440G's integrated graphics make it functional where the 9500F would not be.

Both chips share the same socket, memory support, and TDP of 65 watts. The 9500F offers PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, while the 440G is limited to Gen 4 with 12 lanes. The 9500F also has four times the L3 cache. These architectural advantages, combined with its benchmark dominance, make it the stronger choice for any workload where the integrated GPU is not required.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 9500F scores 4,258 in the single-thread test, which is 4.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's score of 4,060.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two chips?

A: The largest difference is in the prime number finding test, where the 9500F scores 220 versus 90 for the 440G, a 144.4% advantage.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both have 6 cores and 12 threads. They also share the same 65 watt TDP and AMD Socket AM5 platform.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has integrated graphics, using a Radeon 840M. The Ryzen 5 9500F has no integrated GPU.

Q: How do their cache sizes compare?

A: The 9500F has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 440G has only 8 MB. Both have 80 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 per core.

Q: What is the overall average benchmark score difference?

A: The 9500F averages 52,873, which is 14.5% higher than the 440G's average of 46,187. The 9500F sits in the 91st percentile, while the 440G is in the 89th percentile.