AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data for these two mobile processors is decisively one-sided. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins every single recorded comparison, 15 out of 15 head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 does not claim a single victory in the database. The scale of the Intel advantage varies dramatically by workload, from a narrow 1.7% edge to a crushing 80.6% margin.

The most extreme gap appears in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H scores 299 against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435's 58, a delta of -80.6%. This indicates the Intel part is vastly more efficient at integer-heavy prime number calculations. The passmark_physics test shows a similar pattern, with Intel scoring 2682 versus AMD's 1075, a 59.9% deficit for the Ryzen. Physics simulations often scale with core count and memory throughput, both of which favor the Intel chip.

In the Cinebench suite, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H delivers its most dominant multi-threaded performance. The cinebench_r23_multicore score is 23991 for Intel versus 11333 for AMD, a 52.8% lead. The cinebench_r15_multicore result is 2418 against 1686, a 30.3% gap. These are substantial margins that will translate directly into faster rendering and video encoding times.

Single-core performance is also firmly in Intel's favor, though the gap is smaller. In cinebench_r23_singlecore, Intel scores 3387 against AMD's 1816, a 46.4% advantage. The cinebench_r15_singlecore test shows Intel at 341 versus AMD's 260, a 23.8% lead. The passmark_single_thread test narrows the gap further: 4013 for Intel versus 3734 for AMD, a 7% difference. This suggests that for lighter, single-threaded tasks, the two processors are closer, but Intel still holds the edge.

Memory-intensive and encryption workloads show a mixed but consistently Intel-favorable picture. The passmark_data_encryption test shows Intel at 21291 versus AMD's 11110, a 47.8% margin. The passmark_floating_point_math test has Intel at 82415 against 40627, a 50.7% lead. The passmark_extended_instructions test shows Intel at 24542 versus 16197, a 34% advantage. Even the closest race, passmark_integer_math, ends with Intel at 62070 and AMD at 61026, a slim 1.7% victory.

The passmark_multithread benchmark confirms the trend: Intel scores 28545, AMD scores 19000, a 33.4% difference. Data compression and random string sorting follow suit, with Intel leading by 19.6% and 27.6% respectively. Across all recorded workloads, the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H demonstrates a consistent performance advantage, with the average benchmark score sitting at 34485 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435's 28128.

Where Each One Wins

Given the head-to-head sweep, the use-case split is straightforward from the data. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins in every category measured. For multi-threaded productivity, rendering, and content creation, the Cinebench results are the clearest indicator. The 52.8% lead in R23 multi-core and 30.3% lead in R15 multi-core mean that any workload that scales across cores will favor Intel heavily. This includes video exports, 3D rendering, and batch photo processing.

The Intel part also dominates in scientific and mathematical workloads. The 80.6% lead in prime number finding and the 50.7% lead in floating-point math point to strong performance in simulations, financial modeling, and engineering software. The physics benchmark, a 59.9% win for Intel, reinforces this for physics-based applications like collision detection or fluid dynamics.

For general system responsiveness and everyday tasks, the single-threaded results matter. Intel wins the R23 single-core test by 46.4% and the R15 single-core test by 23.8%. The passmark_single_thread margin is a smaller 7%, but it still favors Intel. This means application launching, web browsing, and office work will all feel snappier on the Intel chip.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435, based on the recorded data, does not have a single workload category where it outperforms the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H. Its closest result is the passmark_integer_math test, where it trails by only 1.7%. This indicates that for simple integer arithmetic tasks, the two chips are nearly equivalent. However, the AMD processor is still behind in every other metric, so there is no benchmark-based reason to select it for performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process node, with the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses the Panther Lake architecture on a 3 nm Intel process node, from the Ultra 5 generation (Panther Lake-H).

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, relying on simultaneous multithreading to double its thread count. The Intel chip has 16 cores and 16 threads, meaning each core has a single thread with no multithreading. Despite having fewer threads than cores, the Intel part still wins all multi-threaded tests, indicating its cores are substantially more powerful individually.

Cache hierarchies are also distinct. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a 4 MB L3 cache. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and a much larger 18 MB shared L3 cache. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part likely contributes to its performance in data compression and string sorting tests, where larger working sets benefit from more on-die storage.

The process and foundry differ as well. AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm node, while Intel uses its own 3 nm node. The Intel node is smaller, which can enable higher densities and potentially better power efficiency per transistor. The memory bandwidth figures support this: Intel's dual-channel memory bus provides 115.2 GB/s, while AMD's dual-channel bus provides 89.6 GB/s. This 25.6 GB/s difference gives Intel a measurable memory bandwidth advantage.

PCIe support also differs. The AMD chip offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip offers Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only). While Intel's lane count is lower, the Gen 5 standard doubles the per-lane bandwidth compared to Gen 4. This could matter for future storage devices or external GPU enclosures.

The integrated graphics are different as well. AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics. The database does not include GPU benchmark scores, so a direct comparison is not possible from the recorded data. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, and both are mobile-market parts.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts show a clear divergence. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part offers 10 more physical cores, though the AMD part has 4 fewer threads than cores due to multithreading.

Clock speeds are close but favor Intel slightly. The AMD base clock is 2.00 GHz with a boost of 4.50 GHz. The Intel base clock is 1.90 GHz with a boost of 4.60 GHz. The Intel chip has a 0.10 GHz higher boost clock, while the AMD chip has a 0.10 GHz higher base clock. The actual boost behavior will depend on thermal and power limits.

Thermal design power differs by 3 watts. The AMD part is rated at 28 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 25 W TDP. Despite the lower TDP, the Intel chip delivers higher performance in every test, indicating better performance-per-watt in the recorded workloads.

Memory bandwidth is another differentiator. AMD lists 89.6 GB/s, while Intel lists 115.2 GB/s. This 28.6% advantage for Intel aligns with its superior multi-threaded scores. ECC support is present on the AMD chip (true) but absent on the Intel chip (false). This makes the AMD part potentially more suitable for error-sensitive computing tasks.

The socket types are incompatible. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses BGA 2540. The process nodes differ: AMD on 4 nm TSMC, Intel on 3 nm Intel. The cache structures differ as noted: AMD has 4 MB L3 total, Intel has 18 MB L3 shared. The L1 and L2 caches are also larger on the Intel part per core.

The PCIe generations differ, with AMD at Gen 4 and Intel at Gen 5. Lane counts are 14 for AMD and 12 for Intel. The integrated GPU names differ: Radeon 840M versus Intel Xe3 Graphics. Both are mobile processors with active production status and the same release date of 2026-01-04.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has 6 cores. The Intel part also has 16 threads, while the AMD part has 12 threads.

Q: What is the single-core performance difference?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins all single-core tests. In cinebench_r23_singlecore, Intel scores 3387 versus AMD's 1816, a 46.4% lead. In passmark_single_thread, Intel scores 4013 versus AMD's 3734, a 7% lead.

Q: How do the multi-core results compare?

A: Intel dominates multi-core workloads. The cinebench_r23_multicore score is 23991 for Intel versus 11333 for AMD, a 52.8% advantage. The passmark_multithread score is 28545 for Intel versus 19000 for AMD.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 lists ECC memory support as true. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H lists ECC memory support as false.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 provides 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H provides 115.2 GB/s, which is 25.6 GB/s higher.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel part is 0.10 GHz higher.

The Verdict

The recorded benchmark data offers no ambiguity. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is the faster processor in every single test, with an average benchmark score of 34485 compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435's 28128. The Intel part sits at the 84th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 80th percentile. The nearest rival comparisons confirm the gap: the Intel chip is within 0.2% of the Intel Core i7-13700HX, while the AMD chip is within 0.2% of the Intel Core i5-13490F.

For users who need maximum performance in multi-threaded workloads, the choice is clear. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H delivers a 52.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 50.7% lead in floating-point math. These are not marginal differences; they are transformative for rendering, simulation, and compilation tasks. The 16-core configuration, even without multithreading, outperforms the 6-core AMD part with multithreading by a wide margin.

For single-threaded tasks, the Intel chip also holds the advantage, though the margin narrows to 7% in the passmark_single_thread test. The higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz and larger L3 cache of 18 MB likely contribute to this edge. The AMD part's 4.50 GHz boost clock and 4 MB L3 cache are not enough to close the gap.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 does offer ECC memory support, which the Intel chip lacks. For users who require error-correcting memory for data integrity, this is a functional differentiator. However, the database contains no benchmark scores that show the AMD part winning any performance test. The TDP rating for AMD is 28 W versus 25 W for Intel, meaning the Intel chip achieves higher performance at a lower thermal envelope.

The verdict from the data is straightforward: the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is the superior performer across every recorded benchmark. Users who prioritize raw performance, multi-threaded throughput, or memory bandwidth should select the Intel part. Users who require ECC memory support have only one option between these two, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435, but must accept a performance deficit in all measured categories.