AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 vs Intel Core 7 150UL Comparison

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 and Intel Core 7 150UL serve entirely different segments despite both being 12-thread mobile-class parts. The AMD chip is the clear performance choice, sitting at the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Intel part lands at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores. The Ryzen AI 5 435 delivers a complete benchmark profile across Cinebench and PassMark suites, whereas the Core 7 150UL has zero recorded measurements, making direct performance validation impossible.

The Ryzen AI 5 435 is for workloads that need sustained multithreaded throughput and a modern feature set. Its 6 cores and 12 threads on Zen 5 architecture, paired with a 4.50 GHz boost clock and 4 MB of L3 cache, produce an average benchmark score of 28,128. The nearest rival data shows it sits within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE and Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G, and essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-14500T at 28,065 (0.2% delta). This places the chip in competitive territory with mid-range desktop-class parts.

The Intel Core 7 150UL targets low-power desktop systems with its 15 W TDP and Raptor Lake architecture. Its 10 cores (likely a mix of performance and efficiency cores based on the architecture naming) and 12 threads give it a core-count advantage, but the 1.70 GHz base clock and 5.00 GHz boost clock only partially compensate. With no benchmark scores in the database, the only verifiable strengths are the larger 12 MB shared L3 cache, DDR4 compatibility, and the Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated GPU. The 50th percentile ranking indicates mid-pack positioning, but without measured results, the practical performance gap remains unquantified.

For buyers, the choice is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 provides immediate, measured performance with a complete benchmark footprint. The Intel Core 7 150UL offers a lower power envelope and more cores, but its lack of recorded data means any performance claim must be treated as unverified.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 uses Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, codenamed Gorgon Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation which includes both Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 150UL uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process, codenamed Raptor Lake-PS, from the Core 7 generation.

Core organization differs significantly. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, with L1 cache at 80 KB per core and L2 at 1 MB per core. The Intel part has 10 cores and 12 threads, with L1 cache also at 80 KB per core but L2 increased to 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache situation is reversed: AMD provides only 4 MB, while Intel offers 12 MB shared. This gives Intel a substantial cache advantage for workloads that benefit from larger shared pools.

Memory support diverges. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel access and a stated memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, plus ECC memory support. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel access, but has no ECC support and no recorded memory bandwidth figure. The PCIe configuration also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics are another split. AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The Intel part is classified as a desktop segment product with a 15 W TDP, while the AMD part is mobile with a 28 W TDP. Sockets are incompatible: AMD Socket FP8 versus Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part released on 2026-01-04, while the Intel part released on 2024-04-07. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has 10 cores versus 6 cores on the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435. Both have 12 threads, so the extra Intel cores do not increase thread count.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 150UL does not support ECC.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL boosts to 5.00 GHz, which is 0.50 GHz higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435's 4.50 GHz boost clock.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has only 4 MB. Intel's L3 is three times larger.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 supports only DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 ranks at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core 7 150UL ranks at the 50th percentile. The AMD chip's higher percentile reflects its recorded benchmark performance.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has a 28 W TDP, while the Intel Core 7 150UL has a 15 W TDP. Intel's lower TDP suggests lower power draw, but no wattage measurements are recorded for either part.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 | Intel Core 7 150UL |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Support | Yes | No |

| PCIe Lanes | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 4, 8 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2024-04-07 |

| Part Number | 100-000001337 | Unknown |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 and Intel Core 7 150UL. The Intel part has zero recorded benchmark scores across all test suites. The AMD part, however, has a full set of 15 recorded measurements across Cinebench R15, Cinebench R23, and PassMark tests.

In Cinebench R23, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 scores 11,333 in multicore and 1,816 in single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1,686 multicore and 260 single-core. These results place it within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (28,054 average) and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G (28,032 average), and within 0.2% of the Intel Core i5-14500T (28,065 average). The nearest rival, Intel Core i5-13490F, scores 28,185, which is 0.2% higher than the Ryzen AI 5 435's 28,128 average.

PassMark results show strong single-thread performance: 3,734 in both single-thread and singlethread tests. Multithread score is 19,000. Integer math reaches 61,026, floating point math 40,627, and extended instructions 16,197. Data compression hits 225,374, encryption 11,110, and random string sorting 24,891. Prime number finding scores 58, and physics 1,075.

Without any recorded Intel Core 7 150UL scores, the only comparison possible is against the AMD part's rivals. The Ryzen AI 5 435's average score of 28,128 is essentially tied with the Intel Core i5-13490F (28,185, 0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (28,054, 0.3% delta). This indicates the AMD chip performs at a level comparable to established mid-range desktop processors, despite being a mobile-class part.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 wins in every measured performance category because it is the only part with recorded benchmarks. Its 80th percentile ranking and 28,128 average score demonstrate solid performance across multithreaded and single-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,333 and single-core score of 1,816 indicate balanced capability for both productivity and responsiveness. PassMark integer math at 61,026 and floating point at 40,627 show strength in computational tasks. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth and ECC support make it suitable for memory-sensitive and reliability-focused workloads.

The Intel Core 7 150UL wins on structural specifications without verified performance. Its 10 cores provide more parallel hardware threads for scheduling flexibility, though the thread count remains 12. The 12 MB shared L3 cache is three times larger than AMD's 4 MB, which can benefit cache-heavy workloads if the core architecture can utilize it effectively. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is higher than AMD's 4.50 GHz, offering potential single-thread advantage that cannot be confirmed without scores. The 15 W TDP is lower than AMD's 28 W, suggesting better efficiency for thermally constrained systems. DDR4 support broadens memory compatibility with existing platforms. Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units may outperform the Radeon 840M for certain integrated graphics tasks, though no benchmark data confirms this.

The practical split is clear: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 is the verified performer with a complete benchmark profile, while the Intel Core 7 150UL is a specification-driven option for builders who prioritize core count, cache size, lower power draw, or DDR4 compatibility over measured performance. The Intel part's 50th percentile ranking places it in the middle of the CPU population, but the absence of recorded scores means its actual standing remains an open question.