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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head comparison between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 and the Intel Core 5 223PTE is limited by the fact that the database contains no overlapping benchmark results for these two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has a full set of recorded measurements across Cinebench and PassMark tests, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This means there are zero recorded wins for either processor in direct comparison, and the head-to-head table remains empty.

What the data does show is the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330's absolute performance profile. In Cinebench R23, it scores 7840 in multi-core and 1812 in single-core. In Cinebench R15, the scores are 1191 multi-core and 199.9 single-core. The PassMark suite shows a multithread score of 12797, a single-thread score of 3515, and an average benchmark score of 18811. The processor sits at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and a percentile ranking of 50. This is not because the processor is weak; rather, the database simply lacks any recorded measurements for it. Without those numbers, no direct percentage deltas can be calculated. The nearest rivals listed for the AMD chip provide context: the Intel Core i7-1355U scores 18730 (0.4% behind), the AMD EPYC 7643 scores 18697 (0.6% behind), the Intel Core i5-12400 scores 18683 (0.7% behind), and the AMD EPYC 7773X scores 18979 (0.9% ahead). These deltas are small, indicating that the Ryzen AI 5 330 sits in a tightly contested performance band.

For the Intel Core 5 223PTE, the absence of benchmark data means the database cannot yet place it relative to any rivals. Its 50th percentile ranking is a placeholder figure derived from its unmeasured status, not from actual test results. The analysis must therefore rely on architectural specifications and the AMD chip's measured performance to infer likely behavior.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge substantially in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process from TSMC, with a codename of Krackan Point 2 and a generation label of Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c). It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The thermal design power is 28 watts, and it uses the AMD Socket FP8, which targets the mobile segment.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a generation label of Core 5 (Bartlett Lake), but its architecture field is not specified in the database. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The chip has 8 cores and 16 threads, doubling the core and thread counts of the AMD part. Its base clock is 2.30 GHz and its boost clock reaches 5.40 GHz, higher than the AMD chip's maximum. The thermal design power is 45 watts, and it uses Intel Socket 1700, which targets the desktop segment.

Cache configurations differ markedly. The AMD chip has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of L3 cache total. The Intel chip also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but doubles L2 to 2 MB per core and offers 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This six-fold difference in L3 capacity is significant for workloads that benefit from large shared caches, such as database queries or certain scientific computations.

Memory support also separates the two. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus and achieve the same memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip adds ECC memory support, which the AMD chip lacks. This makes the Intel part more suitable for error-sensitive workloads like server-type tasks or long-running computations where data integrity is critical.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count offer more bandwidth for expansion cards, GPUs, or NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics also vary: the AMD chip uses Radeon 820M, while the Intel chip uses UHD Graphics 770. Both are integrated solutions, but they target different performance levels for display output and light rendering tasks.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 wins in any scenario that requires measured benchmark performance, simply because it has measurements and the Intel Core 5 223PTE does not. The AMD chip's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 7840 and single-core score of 1812 indicate a balanced performer. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3515 and multithread score of 12797 show strength across both lightly threaded and heavily threaded applications. The 73rd percentile ranking places it above the median CPU in the database.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE, based on its specifications, would likely win in scenarios demanding higher core counts and thread parallelism. Its 8 cores and 16 threads double the AMD chip's 4 cores and 8 threads. The 5.40 GHz boost clock is 0.90 GHz higher than the AMD chip's 4.50 GHz, which could benefit single-threaded tasks that scale with clock speed. The 45 watt TDP suggests a higher power envelope, which typically allows for sustained performance under load, though the database does not record sustained power behavior.

The Intel chip's 24 MB of shared L3 cache versus the AMD chip's 4 MB could give it an edge in workloads with large working sets that fit in cache. Its ECC memory support is a definitive advantage for reliability-focused applications. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus Gen 4 with 14 lanes favors the Intel part for high-throughput I/O.

The AMD chip's advantages are in efficiency and process technology. The 4 nm node versus 10 nm suggests lower power consumption per transistor, and the 28 watt TDP is 17 watts lower than the Intel chip's. The mobile socket (FP8) indicates the AMD part is designed for laptops and compact systems, while the Intel part's desktop socket (1700) targets full-size desktops.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on deployment context. For mobile systems where power efficiency and physical size matter, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 is the appropriate choice. Its 28 watt TDP and FP8 socket align with thin-and-light laptops. Its measured performance, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 7840 and a PassMark multithread score of 12797, demonstrates that it can handle demanding workloads despite its compact design. The 73rd percentile ranking confirms it sits above the majority of CPUs in the database.

For desktop systems where raw core count, cache capacity, and I/O bandwidth take priority, the Intel Core 5 223PTE appears better suited. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, 24 MB of L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 support, and ECC memory capability are all specification-level advantages that the database records. The 5.40 GHz boost clock is the highest among the two. However, the lack of benchmark data means these advantages are theoretical until measurements are added.

The two processors are not direct competitors in the traditional sense. One is a mobile chip, the other a desktop chip. They share a memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s and both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but their sockets, TDPs, core counts, and process nodes point to different intended use cases. Users who need a laptop processor with proven performance should consider the AMD part. Users who need a desktop processor with high core counts and expandable I/O should wait for benchmark data on the Intel part before making a final decision.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 does not.

Q: What is the L3 cache size difference?

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

Q: Which processor has a lower thermal design power?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has a TDP of 28 watts, compared to the Intel Core 5 223PTE's 45 watts.

Q: Are there any recorded benchmark scores for the Intel Core 5 223PTE?

A: No, the database contains no benchmark entries for the Intel Core 5 223PTE. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 has a full set of Cinebench and PassMark scores.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 330 | Intel Core 5 223PTE |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Krackan Point 2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| ECC Memory | false | true |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 820M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-07-15 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | none | $232 |

| Part Number | 100-000001897 | SA4QL |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 73 | 50 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 18811 | 0 |