AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two processors along clear lines. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G takes a single head-to-head victory, and it is a narrow one. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME dominates the rest of the field, winning 10 of the 11 recorded comparisons.

The AMD processor wins only in passmark_integer_math, scoring 71251 against 71164 for Intel, a margin of 0.1%. That is effectively a tie, but it does show that AMD's integer pipeline can hold its own in a specific workload. Everything else falls to Intel, often by wide margins.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME shows its strength in heavily parallel workloads. In passmark_multithread, it scores 30659 versus 23487 for AMD, a 23.4% advantage. The gap widens further in floating-point math, where Intel scores 86929 against 45711, a 47.4% lead. Physics simulation follows the same pattern, with Intel at 2515 and AMD at 1329, a 47.2% difference. These three results indicate that Intel's 14 cores provide a substantial throughput advantage over AMD's 6 cores in math-heavy and simulation-based tasks.

The Intel part also wins in memory and data-oriented workloads. Data compression goes to Intel at 307094 versus 292735, a 4.7% lead. Data encryption shows a much larger gap, 23881 versus 13585, a 43.1% difference. Random string sorting favors Intel at 37331 against 31106, a 16.7% margin. Extended instructions go to Intel at 24017 versus 20648, a 14% lead. Prime number finding is the largest single deltasPct at 63.7%, with Intel scoring 248 against AMD's 90.

Single-thread performance also favors Intel, though by a smaller margin. The passmark_single_thread score is 4293 for Intel and 4060 for AMD, a 5.4% difference. The singlethread test shows the identical result, which confirms consistency across the two naming conventions in the database.

The overall average benchmark scores reflect this split. AMD's avgBenchmarkScore sits at 46187, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Intel's avgBenchmarkScore is 36699, which lands in the 85th percentile. The lower average for Intel is influenced by its Cinebench results, which are recorded in a different scale and pull the average down. The nearest rival data for each part tells a similar story: AMD's closest competitor is the Intel Core i9-13900HX at 46098, just 0.2% behind, while Intel's closest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 at 36938, 0.6% ahead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. AMD uses the Gorgon Point codename with a Ryzen AI 400 generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. Intel uses the Panther Lake codename with an Arc G3 generation. AMD's process node is 4 nm from TSMC, while Intel uses a 3 nm node from its own foundry.

Core counts differ significantly. AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading. Intel has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning no multithreading on any core. Despite having more than twice the core count, Intel's thread count is only slightly higher, which changes how the two parts handle parallel workloads.

Cache layouts are also different. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core caches and bigger shared L3 give it an advantage in cache-sensitive workloads, which the benchmark data supports.

Memory support differs as well. AMD uses DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel uses LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel's bandwidth advantage is 52.5% and likely contributes to its wins in data compression and encryption. AMD supports ECC memory, while Intel does not.

PCIe connectivity is reversed. AMD offers Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while Intel offers Gen 5 with 4 lanes. Intel's newer standard provides higher per-lane bandwidth, but AMD has more available lanes for expansion.

The platform sockets reflect their market targets. AMD uses Socket AM5, a desktop socket with an unlocked multiplier. Intel uses BGA 2540, a soldered mobile package with a locked multiplier. AMD's TDP is 65 watts, while Intel's is 25 watts, which aligns with the desktop versus mobile positioning.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD pairs its CPU with a Radeon 840M, while Intel includes an Arc B390. The release dates put AMD at February 2026 and Intel at May 2026, so Intel is the newer product by three months.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME scores 4293 in passmark_single_thread, which is 5.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's score of 4060.

Q: How large is the multi-threaded performance gap?

A: Intel leads in passmark_multithread with 30659 against AMD's 23487, a 23.4% advantage.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark?

A: Yes, AMD wins passmark_integer_math with a score of 71251, narrowly ahead of Intel's 71164, a 0.1% margin.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: AMD supports DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s, while Intel supports LPDDR5X with 136.5 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: Intel has 14 cores and 14 threads, while AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Are these processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: AMD has an unlocked multiplier, while Intel's multiplier is locked.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G | Intel Arc G3 EXTREME |

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

| Cores | 6 | 14 |

| Threads | 12 | 14 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 25 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 2540 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Panther Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Arc G3 (Panther Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 195 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 80 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 18 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 4 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | Arc B390 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | February 2026 | May 2026 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single win for Intel comes in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where it scores 248 against AMD's 90. That is a 63.7% gap, the widest margin in the entire comparison. Prime number finding is a pure integer workload, so this result stands out given that AMD wins the other integer test by a hair.

Floating-point math shows Intel's most decisive performance advantage. Intel scores 86929 versus AMD's 45711, a 47.4% lead. Physics simulation follows closely at 47.2%, with Intel at 2515 and AMD at 1329. These two results together suggest that Intel's core count translates directly into compute throughput for scientific and simulation workloads.

Data encryption is another major Intel win. Intel scores 23881 against AMD's 13585, a 43.1% margin. This is notable because encryption workloads often depend on both the core count and the instruction set, and Intel's 14 cores provide a clear edge. Data compression is much closer at 4.7%, with Intel at 307094 and AMD at 292735, so the encryption gap is not simply a matter of memory bandwidth, it reflects deeper architectural differences.

Random string sorting goes to Intel by 16.7%, with scores of 37331 and 31106. Extended instructions favor Intel by 14%, at 24017 versus 20648. The multithread test gives Intel a 23.4% win, which is actually smaller than several of the more specialized tests, indicating that AMD's 12 threads scale reasonably well even against Intel's 14 cores.

The single-thread test is the closest of Intel's wins. Intel's 4293 beats AMD's 4060 by 5.4%. That margin is small enough that per-core IPC differences between Zen 5 and Panther Lake are minor, and the practical difference in everyday lightly threaded tasks would be modest.

AMD's only win in passmark_integer_math is nearly negligible. The 0.1% margin, 71251 versus 71164, falls within run-to-run variance for most test setups. It does show that AMD's integer execution resources are not deficient, but it does not indicate any overall advantage.

The avgBenchmarkScore data places AMD at 46187 and Intel at 36699. The Intel figure is dragged down by its Cinebench scores, which use a different scoring scale. In the PassMark tests that both parts share, Intel wins 9 of 10 comparisons. The percentile rankings are close, 89th for AMD and 85th for Intel, meaning both parts sit in the upper tier of all recorded CPUs.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear use-case split. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the stronger performer in nearly every recorded workload, especially those that scale with core count, cache size, and memory bandwidth. Its 23.4% lead in multithread performance, 47.4% lead in floating-point math, and 43.1% lead in data encryption make it the better choice for compute-heavy tasks. The 5.4% single-thread advantage also means it does not sacrifice responsiveness in lighter workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has its own strengths. It is a desktop part with an unlocked multiplier, ECC memory support, and a higher 65 W TDP, which suggests headroom for sustained operation in a desktop chassis. Its 12 lanes of PCIe Gen 4 provide more expansion options than Intel's 4 lanes of Gen 5. The 0.1% win in integer math is negligible, but it does show that AMD's core design is not weak in that area.

The platform differences matter more than the benchmark scores for many users. AMD's Socket AM5 is a standard desktop socket with upgrade potential, while Intel's BGA 2540 is a soldered mobile package. AMD also supports ECC memory, which Intel does not. For users who need a desktop CPU with overclocking and ECC, the AMD part is the only option in this comparison.

For raw performance in a mobile or low-power package, Intel delivers more. The 25 W TDP combined with 14 cores and 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth makes it a compelling choice for compact systems. The 85th percentile ranking is slightly below AMD's 89th, but the head-to-head results show Intel winning where it counts. Users should choose based on platform requirements first and benchmark results second, since the two parts target different physical formats and power envelopes.