AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a one-sided comparison, as the database contains no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G. Every measured score belongs to the Intel Core 7 251TE, so the head-to-head analysis is based entirely on the Intel chip's absolute performance and its standing against its nearest rivals in the database.

Starting with multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Core 7 251TE posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25,518 points. That figure places it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, which is a strong indicator of high-end desktop capability. The chip's Cinebench R20 multi-core result is 10,717 points, and its Cinebench R15 multi-core result is 2,572 points. These three scores, taken together, show consistent scaling across different Cinebench versions, with the R23 result being roughly 2.4 times the R20 score, a ratio that aligns with the expected workload scaling between those test revisions.

Single-thread performance is also notable. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 3,602 points, the R20 single-core score is 1,512 points, and the R15 single-core score is 362 points. The single-thread to multi-thread ratios are worth examining: in R23, the multi-core score is about 7.1 times the single-core score, which reflects the chip's 24 cores and 32 threads. For a 32-thread processor, that ratio is lower than the theoretical maximum, indicating some scaling inefficiency, but the absolute numbers remain high.

The Passmark suite provides additional granularity. The multi-thread score is 30,022, while the single-thread score is 3,568. The integer math test delivers 125,739 points, and floating-point math delivers 85,607 points. Data compression scores 334,399, and data encryption scores 22,176. Extended instructions reach 16,974 points, and random string sorting hits 39,643. The physics test scores 1,938, and the find prime numbers test scores 140.

Against its nearest rivals, the Intel Core 7 251TE sits in a tight cluster. The top rival, the Intel Core i7-14700T, has an average score of 41,914, which is 0.6% higher than the Core 7 251TE's 41,650. The Intel Core i7-12850HX scores 41,779, a 0.3% advantage. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H is nearly identical at 41,621, just 0.1% behind. The Intel Core i7-14650HX trails by 0.2% with a score of 41,576. These deltas are all within a single percentage point, meaning the Core 7 251TE effectively trades blows with four other high-end Intel parts, none of which hold a decisive edge.

Because the AMD chip has no recorded benchmarks, there is no win count for either side. The database shows winsA as 0 and winsB as 0, confirming that no direct comparison is possible. The analysis therefore shifts to what the Intel chip's numbers imply about its capabilities, while the AMD chip's performance remains unquantified in this dataset.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear but asymmetric conclusion. The Intel Core 7 251TE is a high-performance desktop processor with a verified benchmark profile. Its 88th percentile ranking, combined with an average benchmark score of 41,650, places it firmly in the upper tier of the database. The nearest rival comparisons, all within 0.6% of its score, show that it performs on par with several other modern Intel desktop and mobile HX-series chips.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G, by contrast, has no benchmark data recorded. Its percentile ranking is 50, which is the median for all CPUs, but that value is unsubstantiated by any actual test scores. The average benchmark score is listed as 0, which reinforces the absence of measured performance. No nearest rivals are listed for the AMD chip, so there is no comparative context from the database.

For users selecting between these two based strictly on recorded data, the Intel Core 7 251TE is the only option with measurable performance. The chip's 24 cores, 32 threads, and 5.40 GHz boost clock provide a strong foundation for multi-threaded workloads, and the benchmark scores confirm that capability. The AMD chip's 6 cores and 12 threads, with a 4.50 GHz boost clock, suggest a lower core count, but without scores, any performance conclusion would be speculation.

The Intel chip also holds an advantage in production status and market availability, as both are listed as active. The Intel chip's release date of January 2025 predates the AMD chip's February 2026 release, giving it a longer track record in the field. The AMD chip's launch MSRP is not recorded, while the Intel chip carries a launch MSRP of $384, though pricing considerations are outside the scope of this analysis.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which is built on a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The manufacturing process is 4 nm, produced by TSMC. The chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The thermal design power is 65 watts.

The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. Its process node is 10 nm, produced by Intel's own foundry. The chip has 24 cores and 32 threads, with a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The thermal design power is 45 watts, which is lower than the AMD chip despite the much higher core count. The Intel chip's die size is 215 mm², a figure not recorded for the AMD part.

Cache structures differ substantially. Both chips have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, and both have 1 MB per core in L2, though the Intel chip's L2 is listed as 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is the major divergence: the AMD chip has 4 MB total, while the Intel chip has 36 MB shared. This 9x difference in L3 capacity is significant for workloads that benefit from large shared caches, such as database operations or compiled code.

Memory support also differs. The AMD chip supports DDR5 only, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both are dual-channel with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, and both support ECC memory. The PCIe implementation differs: the AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 10 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel chip's newer PCIe standard and higher lane count provide more headroom for expansion cards and NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics are another point of divergence. The AMD chip features the Radeon 840M, while the Intel chip uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, indicating overclocking support, while the Intel chip's multiplier is locked. The socket types differ completely: AMD Socket AM5 versus Intel Socket 1700, which means these chips are not interchangeable in any motherboard.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel chip has 4 times the core count and 2.7 times the thread count.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Intel chip has a 0.90 GHz higher boost clock.

Q: How does the cache compare?

A: The AMD chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip's L3 is 9 times larger.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both are dual-channel and support ECC memory.

Q: What is the PCIe generation and lane count?

A: The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 10 CPU lanes. The Intel chip uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Q: Are there any recorded benchmark scores for the AMD chip?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G, and its average benchmark score is 0. The Intel Core 7 251TE has 17 recorded benchmark scores.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE wins in every measured category, purely because it is the only chip with recorded data. Its multi-threaded scores are particularly strong: the Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 25,518 and the Passmark multi-thread score of 30,022 indicate heavy parallel workloads are a clear strength. The 24-core, 32-thread configuration, combined with the 36 MB L3 cache, suits compilation, video encoding, and scientific computing.

The Intel chip also wins on single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3,602 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3,568. The 5.40 GHz boost clock supports this, making the chip responsive in lightly threaded applications like desktop productivity or legacy software that relies on one or two cores.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G has no measured wins in the database. Its architecture suggests potential advantages in power efficiency per core, given the 4 nm process node compared to Intel's 10 nm node, but no data confirms this. The chip's 65 watt TDP is higher than the Intel chip's 45 watts, so efficiency is not clearly favorable. The AMD chip's unlocked multiplier offers overclocking flexibility that the Intel chip lacks, and the Radeon 840M integrated graphics may outperform the UHD Graphics 770, but neither of these claims is backed by benchmark numbers in this dataset.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two processors differ, based on the recorded data.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 435G | Intel Core 7 251TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | Not recorded | 215 mm² |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 4 MB | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 10 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release date | 2026-02-28 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

| Part number | 100-000001158 | SRQAXQ5ZG |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 50 | 88 |

| Average benchmark score | 0 | 41650 |

| Nearest rivals | None listed | 4 rivals within 0.6% |