AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark data splits the two processors along clear functional lines. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G takes 5 of the 11 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE wins 6. The AMD part dominates in data compression, extended instruction throughput, random string sorting, and both single-thread measurements. The Intel part counters in encryption, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithreaded workload, and physics simulation.

The single-thread result is the sharpest differentiator. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 4060 in PassMark single-thread, which is 18.3% ahead of the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 3433. This advantage carries into extended instructions, where the AMD chip leads by 29.4% (20648 versus 15952). Data compression shows a 13.2% lead for AMD (292735 versus 258704), and random string sorting favors AMD by 7.4% (31106 versus 28973). These wins suggest the AMD processor handles instruction-heavy, latency-sensitive workloads more efficiently.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE answers with substantial wins in compute-heavy tasks. The largest margin is in prime number finding, where Intel leads by 36.6% (142 versus 90). Physics simulation shows a 30.7% Intel advantage (1917 versus 1329). Floating point math favors Intel by 24.7% (60673 versus 45711), and integer math by 13.5% (82411 versus 71251). The multithreaded PassMark score goes to Intel by a narrow 2.4% margin (24054 versus 23487). Encryption is a modest 4.7% Intel win (14253 versus 13585).

The overall benchmark averages reflect different performance tiers. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G sits at an average benchmark score of 46187, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 9 273PTE averages 31143, which is the 82nd percentile. The AMD processor's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i9-13900HX (0.2% behind), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 (0.3% behind), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (0.3% behind). The Intel Core 9 273PTE sits near the Intel Core i7-12700F (0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (0.2% ahead), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE (0.4% ahead).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G uses a 4 nm process from TSMC and carries the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation built on Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry, with the Bartlett Lake codename and the Core 9 generation designation.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel part doubles the core count and thread count. Base clocks tell a different story: the AMD processor runs at 2.00 GHz base and boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the Intel processor has a 1.40 GHz base clock and a higher 5.50 GHz boost. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel chip does not.

Cache layouts diverge. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 2 MB of L2 per core and 36 MB of shared L3. The die size for AMD is 195 mm²; no die size is recorded for Intel.

Memory and platform support differ as well. Both support dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 and uses Intel Socket 1700. PCIe capability is a notable split: the AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G uses the Radeon 840M, and the Intel Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 45 watts. Production status for both is active. The AMD release date is recorded as 2026-02-28, and the Intel release date is 2026-03-08. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $549; no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

The Verdict

The data points to different use cases for each processor. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G delivers stronger single-thread performance, higher average benchmark scores, and a better percentile ranking. Its 4060 single-thread score, 18.3% ahead of Intel, makes it the choice for workloads that depend on per-core responsiveness. The 29.4% lead in extended instructions and 13.2% lead in data compression reinforce this pattern. The AMD part also sits in the 89th percentile overall with an average score of 46187, far above the Intel part's 31143 average and 82nd percentile.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE counters with more cores (12 versus 6), more threads (24 versus 12), and wins in multi-threaded and math-heavy tests. Its 24.7% lead in floating point math, 13.5% lead in integer math, and 30.7% lead in physics simulation show strength in sustained computational throughput. The multithreaded PassMark score of 24054 narrowly edges the AMD score of 23487, and the 36.6% win in prime number finding is the largest margin in the entire comparison.

The AMD processor's higher average benchmark score and single-thread dominance make it the stronger overall performer in the database's aggregate metrics. The Intel processor offers more cores and a higher boost clock, which explains its wins in parallel compute tasks. The choice depends on whether the workload favors single-thread efficiency (AMD) or raw multi-core compute (Intel). The AMD part also uses fewer watts per core at 65 watts for 6 cores versus 45 watts for 12 cores, indicating the Intel design is more power-efficient per core in the recorded TDP figures.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 4060 in PassMark single-thread, which is 18.3% ahead of the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 3433.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor wins in floating point math?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 60673 in PassMark floating point math, a 24.7% advantage over the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's 45711.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G averages 46187 across all recorded benchmarks, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE averages 31143. The AMD part ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, the Intel part in the 82nd.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 8 MB of L3 on the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest AMD win is in extended instructions. The Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 20648 against the Core 9 273PTE's 15952, a 29.4% margin. This test measures the processor's ability to handle specialized instruction sets, and the AMD architecture demonstrates a clear advantage. Data compression follows with a 13.2% lead (292735 versus 258704). Random string sorting shows a 7.4% AMD win (31106 versus 28973). Both single-thread tests (recorded as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread) show identical scores of 4060 versus 3433, an 18.3% margin for AMD.

The largest Intel win is in prime number finding. The Core 9 273PTE scores 142 versus the Ryzen AI 5 440G's 90, a 36.6% margin. Physics simulation shows a 30.7% Intel lead (1917 versus 1329). Floating point math delivers a 24.7% Intel win (60673 versus 45711). Integer math follows at 13.5% (82411 versus 71251). The multithreaded PassMark score is closer: Intel wins 24054 to 23487, a 2.4% margin. Data encryption goes to Intel by 4.7% (14253 versus 13585).

The win distribution suggests a complementary pattern. AMD wins the tests that involve instruction processing, compression, sorting, and single-thread execution. Intel wins the tests that involve numerical computation, physics, encryption, and aggregate multithreaded throughput. The two processors trade blows across the benchmark suite, with AMD holding the edge in the tests that feed into its higher average benchmark score and percentile ranking.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show several points of divergence. Core and thread counts differ: AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads; Intel has 12 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks differ: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz; Intel at 1.40 GHz. Boost clocks differ: AMD reaches 4.80 GHz; Intel reaches 5.50 GHz. TDP differs: AMD is rated at 65 watts; Intel at 45 watts.

Process node and foundry differ: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC; Intel uses 10 nm from Intel. Codename and generation differ: AMD is Gorgon Point in the Ryzen AI 400 generation; Intel is Bartlett Lake in the Core 9 generation. Die size is recorded for AMD only at 195 mm². Cache differs: L2 is 1 MB per core for AMD and 2 MB per core for Intel; L3 is 8 MB for AMD and 36 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only; Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. PCIe differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes; Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M; Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Sockets differ: AMD uses AM5; Intel uses Socket 1700. The multiplier is unlocked on AMD and locked on Intel. The Intel part lists a launch MSRP of $549; no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part. Release dates differ by just over a week, with AMD on 2026-02-28 and Intel on 2026-03-08.