AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 288V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep for the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V across all 15 direct comparisons in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 does not secure a single head-to-head win. The Intel part leads every Cinebench and PassMark test, though the margins vary widely, from a narrow 7.8% gap to a commanding 77.4% advantage.

In single-threaded performance, the Intel chip posts a Cinebench R23 score of 1950 against the AMD's 1797, a 7.8% delta. The R15 single-core test shows a similar pattern: 301.5 versus 269, a 10.8% gap. The PassMark single-thread score of 4274 versus 3683 represents a 13.8% lead. These smaller deltas suggest the AMD's Zen 5 core design keeps it competitive in lightly threaded workloads, but the Intel architecture still holds a consistent edge.

The multi-core results tell a more dramatic story. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 10178 for Intel versus 8130 for AMD, a 20.1% difference. The R15 multicore test widens slightly to 24.5%, with scores of 1583 and 1195 respectively. PassMark's multithread benchmark shows a 32.8% gap (19810 versus 13320), while the physics test reveals a 55.7% disparity (1637 versus 726). These results indicate that the Intel part's additional cores translate into substantial throughput advantages in parallel workloads.

The most extreme differences appear in specialized computational tasks. PassMark's find prime numbers test shows Intel scoring 195 against AMD's 44, a 77.4% delta, the largest in the entire dataset. Floating point math follows with 59536 versus 27193, a 54.3% gap. Data encryption shows a 46.3% difference (14141 versus 7591), while extended instructions and random string sorting trail at 26.6% and 26.5% respectively. The data compression test shows a more moderate 14.8% gap (186521 versus 158912), and integer math is the closest PassMark result at exactly 10% (44019 versus 39637). All 15 head-to-head entries list Intel as the winner, with zero wins recorded for AMD.

Where Each One Wins

Based strictly on the win count, the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V wins everywhere in the database. There is no benchmark category where the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 takes the lead. However, the magnitude of those wins suggests different usability profiles.

The AMD chip's smallest deficits occur in single-threaded tests and integer math, where it trails by 7.8% to 13.8%. This means for workflows dominated by per-core responsiveness, such as lightly threaded applications or interactive tasks, the AMD part remains reasonably close in performance. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration with a 4.50 GHz boost clock can handle such workloads without falling far behind.

The Intel part's largest advantages appear in parallel number crunching, encryption, and prime number finding. The 77.4% lead in prime number tests and 54.3% lead in floating point math point to workloads with heavy mathematical computation. The 46.3% encryption advantage suggests cryptographic workloads benefit strongly from the Intel architecture. The 32.8% multithread gap and 55.7% physics gap indicate simulation and rendering tasks will run noticeably faster on the Intel chip.

For users prioritizing single-threaded tasks, the Intel chip still wins, but the margin is narrower. For users running heavily threaded or mathematically intensive software, the Intel chip delivers far more throughput. The database contains no benchmark where the AMD part offers any advantage, so any selection between the two must weigh the Intel part's consistent superiority against other factors in the specification differences.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 uses the Gorgon Point codename, a 4 nm TSMC part from the Ryzen AI 400 generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, which means simultaneous multithreading is enabled. The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V uses Lunar Lake, a 3 nm TSMC design from the Core Ultra Series 2, with 8 cores and 8 threads, indicating no hyperthreading. Despite having twice the physical cores, the Intel part's thread count equals the AMD part's thread count.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD chip allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger per-core caches and triple the L3 capacity likely contribute to its single-threaded and multi-threaded advantages, especially in data-compression and encryption tasks where cache locality matters.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD part supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory, delivering 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel part supports only LPDDR5X but achieves 136.5 GB/s, a 52.3% higher memory bandwidth. The Intel chip also lacks ECC memory support, while the AMD part includes it. PCIe connectivity shows the Intel part using Gen 5 with 4 lanes, whereas the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes, so the AMD offers more total lanes but at an older standard.

The integrated graphics differ: the AMD uses Radeon 840M, while the Intel uses Arc 140V. The database does not include iGPU benchmark scores, so no performance comparison is possible from the recorded data. Both parts are mobile segments with active production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part was released on January 4, 2026, while the Intel part came out on September 23, 2024, making the Intel design earlier but still actively produced.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has 8 cores, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has 4 cores. Both have 8 threads, since the AMD uses multithreading and the Intel does not.

Q: What is the largest benchmark gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark's find prime numbers test, where the Intel scores 195 versus the AMD's 44, a 77.4% difference. The smallest gap is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel leads by 7.8% (1950 versus 1797).

Q: How does memory bandwidth compare?

A: The Intel part delivers 136.5 GB/s with LPDDR5X, while the AMD part delivers 89.6 GB/s with DDR5 or LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Intel chip does not support ECC memory, but the AMD chip does.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Intel also has a higher base clock at 3.30 GHz versus 2.00 GHz.

Q: Are there any benchmarks where the AMD wins?

A: No. The database records 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V wins all 15. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 records 0 wins.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 3 nm process from TSMC. Both are fabricated by TSMC, but at different nodes.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 | Intel Core Ultra 9 288V |

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

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 3.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.10 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 30 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X only |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 4 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Arc 140V |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2024-09-23 |

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents an unambiguous outcome: the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V outperforms the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 in every recorded test. The Intel chip's 15-0 win record, combined with its higher average benchmark score of 23219 versus 19617, places it in the 76th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD sits at the 73rd percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11900F and AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, with delta percentages of -0.2% and -0.2% respectively, meaning it trades blows with those established desktop-class chips. The AMD part's nearest rivals, such as the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 and Intel Core i5-12500, show it performing within 0.5% of those parts.

For users whose workloads involve heavy mathematical computation, encryption, or parallel processing, the Intel chip's 54.3% floating point lead and 46.3% encryption lead make it the clear choice. For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel chip still wins but by a narrower 7.8% to 13.8% margin, so the AMD part may be adequate for basic interactive tasks. The AMD does offer ECC memory support, 14 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, and a lower TDP of 28 W versus 30 W, which could matter for specific industrial or low-power designs. The Intel chip provides higher memory bandwidth, triple the L3 cache, and a newer PCIe Gen 5 interface, though with fewer lanes.

The database shows no scenario where the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 delivers superior performance. Any selection must weigh the Intel part's complete benchmark dominance against the AMD's ECC support and lower thermal envelope. The data speaks clearly: the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V is the faster processor in every measured category.