AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE records an average benchmark score of 40585, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 records 18811.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 223PE compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE sits within 0.3% of the Intel Core 7 253PE (40557), Intel Xeon 6357P (40630), Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (40518), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (40718). Its 87th percentile places it well above the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's 73rd percentile.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, doubling both counts.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's 4.50 GHz boost.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel Core 5 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split by workload and platform. The Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, often by wide margins. Its 87th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, combined with an average score of 40585, places it in a different performance class than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330, which sits at the 73rd percentile with an average score of 18811.

For users who prioritize raw multi-threaded throughput, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the obvious selection. It delivers more than triple the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of the AMD part. For single-thread performance, the Intel chip also leads, but by a smaller margin of roughly 17% in PassMark single-thread tests. The Intel processor's advantage narrows in lightly threaded workloads, which suggests the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 could remain competitive in scenarios that do not scale across many cores.

However, platform considerations matter. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 uses an AMD Socket FP8, targets the mobile segment, and draws 28 W. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses Intel Socket 1700, targets desktops, and draws 65 W. The AMD part integrates Radeon 820M graphics, while the Intel part integrates UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor also supports LPDDR5X memory, which the Intel part does not. For a low-power mobile system, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 fits a different use case despite its lower benchmark scores.

The Intel Core 5 223PE has a launch MSRP of $232. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has no recorded launch MSRP in the database. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not. For desktop builders needing ECC or maximum throughput, the Intel part is the data-backed choice. For thin-and-light mobile designs where power draw matters, the AMD part offers a functional alternative, though the benchmark gap is substantial.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 223PE dominates every recorded benchmark. The largest single delta appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 159 against AMD's 42, a 73.6% advantage. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows Intel at 26455 versus AMD's 7840, a 70.4% lead. PassMark physics follows closely with Intel at 2493 and AMD at 705, a 71.7% gap.

Multi-threaded workloads consistently favor Intel. PassMark multithread scores show Intel at 31124 versus AMD's 12797, a 58.9% difference. PassMark integer math records Intel at 99819 and AMD at 37771, a 62.2% gap. PassMark floating point math has Intel at 76468 and AMD at 26196, a 65.7% lead. Data compression shows Intel at 346623 and AMD at 152012, a 56.1% edge. Data encryption follows with Intel at 18448 and AMD at 7251, a 60.7% difference.

The narrowest margin appears in PassMark single-thread tests, where Intel scores 4219 and AMD scores 3515, a 16.7% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 3734 versus AMD's 1812, a 51.5% gap. Cinebench R15 single-core records Intel at 376 and AMD at 199.9, a 46.8% difference. Extended instructions show Intel at 24672 and AMD at 11124, a 54.9% gap. Random string sorting records Intel at 35798 and AMD at 16188, a 54.8% lead.

The pattern is consistent: Intel wins by large margins in nearly every category, with the smallest advantage in single-thread PassMark. The AMD part does not win a single comparison, and its closest relative performance appears in single-threaded workloads where the core count difference matters less.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 cores, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores. Thread counts follow: 8 threads for AMD, 16 threads for Intel. Base clocks differ at 2.00 GHz for AMD and 2.90 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks differ at 4.50 GHz for AMD and 5.20 GHz for Intel.

Thermal design power differs substantially: the AMD part draws 28 W, the Intel part draws 65 W. Sockets differ: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The market segments differ: AMD targets mobile, Intel targets desktop.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. ECC memory is supported by Intel but not by AMD. PCIe generations and lane counts differ: AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 820M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of none recorded, while the Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 uses Zen 5 architecture under the codename Krackan Point 2, belonging to the Ryzen AI 300 generation (Zen 5 / Zen 5c). The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename under the Core 5 generation. The process nodes differ: AMD uses 4 nm TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm Intel.

Cache layouts differ significantly. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel part has 2 MB of L2 cache per core. L3 cache differs: AMD has 4 MB, Intel has 24 MB shared. The Intel processor's larger cache hierarchy aligns with its higher core count and desktop positioning.

The AMD processor supports LPDDR5X memory, a feature absent from the Intel part. The Intel processor supports ECC memory, absent from the AMD part. PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Intel part's newer PCIe generation and additional lanes support desktop expansion needs.

Release dates differ: the AMD part launched on 2025-07-15, the Intel part on 2026-03-08. Both are listed as active production parts. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. Part numbers differ: AMD uses 100-000001897, Intel uses SA4QF.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins every benchmark in the database, so its use cases are straightforward. It excels in multi-threaded workloads: Cinebench R23 multi-core, PassMark multithread, integer math, floating point math, data compression, data encryption, and physics simulations. The 70.4% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 65.7% lead in floating point math indicate strong performance for rendering, scientific computing, and heavy parallel tasks. The 62.2% lead in integer math supports compilation, encoding, and database workloads. The 56.1% lead in data compression and 60.7% lead in data encryption suggest the Intel part handles storage and security-related tasks more effectively.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has no benchmark wins, but its profile suggests specific strengths. Its 28 W TDP and mobile segment classification make it suitable for portable systems where power efficiency matters over peak performance. The support for LPDDR5X memory aligns with low-power mobile designs. The AMD part's 4 nm process node suggests efficient operation, and its Radeon 820M integrated graphics may offer a different feature set for mobile media tasks.

The single-thread PassMark result shows the smallest gap at 16.7%, indicating that the AMD part is comparatively stronger in lightly threaded workloads than in multi-threaded ones. Users running single-threaded applications on a mobile platform would see less dramatic differences than those running parallel workloads. However, the Intel part still leads in all single-thread tests, including Cinebench R15 and R23 single-core.

For desktop users needing ECC memory support, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the only option of the two. For users needing PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, the Intel part also stands alone. The AMD part's mobile socket and lower power draw define its niche, but the recorded data shows no workload category where the AMD processor outperforms the Intel processor.