AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Passmark results paint a clear picture of two processors with different strengths. Across the eleven recorded benchmark comparisons, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F takes ten wins, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G manages a single victory. The margin of those wins matters as much as the count.

The most lopsided result is in prime number finding. Intel scores 352 against AMD's 90, a 74.4% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison. Floating-point math also heavily favors Intel, with a score of 92554 versus 45711, a 50.6% gap. Physics simulation follows a similar pattern: Intel posts 2430 against AMD's 1329, a 45.3% lead. These three tests show Intel's dominance in workloads that stress raw computational throughput.

Data encryption gives Intel a 40% edge, scoring 22648 versus 13585. Extended instructions go to Intel by 26.3%, with scores of 28027 and 20648. Multithread performance, one of the most important aggregate metrics, shows Intel at 31004 against AMD's 23487, a 24.2% difference. Random string sorting is closer, but Intel still leads by 16.7% with 37325 versus 31106.

Single-thread performance is a narrower contest. Intel's 4397 beats AMD's 4060 by 7.7%. Data compression also favors Intel, with 310843 against 292735, a 5.8% margin.

AMD's only win comes in integer math. The Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 71251, which is 7.3% ahead of Intel's 66417. It is a notable result, since integer workloads are common in general desktop tasks, but it is the single bright spot in an otherwise one-sided benchmark set.

The average benchmark scores reflect this gap. AMD's average is 46187, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Intel's average is 37313, which sits in the 85th percentile. The percentiles are closer than the raw averages suggest, indicating that both chips occupy a similar tier in the broader CPU landscape. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-13900HX at 46098 (0.2% delta) and the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 at 46062 (0.3% delta). Intel's nearest rivals include the Core i9-13900HK at 37425 (0.3% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H at 37161 (0.4% delta).

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F is the stronger processor for compute-heavy tasks. The 50.6% lead in floating-point math makes it the clear choice for scientific calculations, 3D rendering, and engineering simulations. The 45.3% physics advantage reinforces this, as physics engines in games and simulation software rely heavily on floating-point throughput. The 74.4% prime number finding margin shows Intel's integer pipeline is also exceptionally strong in certain algorithmic workloads, even though AMD wins the broader integer math test.

Data encryption and extended instructions are areas where Intel has a decisive edge. The 40% encryption lead matters for disk encryption, VPN traffic, and database operations that rely on AES-NI and similar instruction sets. The 26.3% extended instructions advantage covers vectorized code paths in media encoding and scientific libraries. Multithread performance, 24.2% ahead, means Intel handles parallel workloads such as video encoding, code compilation, and batch processing more effectively.

AMD's integer math win is the main counterpoint. The 7.3% margin suggests the Ryzen AI 5 440G handles integer-heavy code, such as compression algorithms, scripting, and some database operations, with relative efficiency. However, data compression itself goes to Intel by 5.8%, so AMD's integer advantage does not translate into a win there. Random string sorting, another integer-adjacent workload, also goes to Intel by 16.7%.

For single-thread responsiveness, Intel leads by 7.7%. This affects everyday tasks like web browsing, office applications, and lightly threaded games. The AMD chip is not far behind, but the data consistently favors Intel in this area.

The Verdict

The data supports a simple conclusion. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F is the more capable processor in almost every measured workload. It wins ten of eleven benchmarks, often by substantial margins. The floating-point and physics leads are large enough to make a practical difference in demanding applications. The multithread advantage confirms that heavily threaded software will run faster on Intel.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G is not without merit. Its integer math victory shows it can handle certain code paths more efficiently than Intel. The 89th percentile ranking versus Intel's 85th is a point in AMD's favor, indicating that the chip sits slightly higher in the overall CPU distribution. For users whose workloads are dominated by integer operations, the Ryzen chip may be worth consideration. Its unlocked multiplier also allows overclocking, which the locked Intel part does not offer.

The Intel chip provides PCIe Gen 5 support with 20 lanes, while AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes. That makes Intel better suited for systems with high-bandwidth expansion cards. Intel also delivers more memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus AMD's 89.6 GB/s.

The AMD chip includes a Radeon 840M integrated GPU, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225F has no integrated graphics. For a system without a discrete GPU, AMD is the only option between these two. The Ryzen chip also supports ECC memory, which Intel does not, a relevant factor for certain workstation and server use cases.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F wins ten of the eleven head-to-head benchmark tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G wins only the integer math test, scoring 71251 versus Intel's 66417, a 7.3% margin.

Q: How large is Intel's lead in floating-point performance?

A: Intel scores 92554 in floating-point math, which is 50.6% higher than AMD's 45711. This is the second-largest margin in the entire comparison.

Q: Do the average benchmark scores match the head-to-head results?

A: No. AMD has a higher average benchmark score of 46187, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. Intel's average is 37313, placing it in the 85th percentile. Despite losing most head-to-head tests, AMD ranks higher overall.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G includes a Radeon 840M integrated GPU. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G supports ECC memory. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F does not.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: Intel provides 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while AMD provides 89.6 GB/s. Both use dual-channel DDR5 memory.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on different architectures and process nodes. AMD uses the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation built on a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The process node is 4 nm, fabricated by TSMC. Intel uses the Arrow Lake architecture, specifically Arrow Lake-S, part of the Core Ultra Series 2. Intel's process node is 3 nm, also fabricated by TSMC.

The core configurations differ significantly. AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads, relying on simultaneous multithreading to double thread count. Intel has 10 cores and 10 threads, with no multithreading. Despite having fewer cores, AMD's multithreading allows it to present 12 threads, exceeding Intel's 10.

Clock speeds also differ. AMD has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Intel has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Intel's higher clocks help explain its single-thread performance lead of 7.7%.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. AMD uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. Intel uses 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger L3 cache, 20 MB versus AMD's 8 MB, contributes to its data-heavy workload performance.

Intel's die size is 243 mm², larger than AMD's 195 mm². Intel also discloses a transistor count of 17,800 million, while AMD does not provide one in the database.

PCIe support differs substantially. Intel offers Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes. This affects expansion options for GPUs, NVMe storage, and other PCIe devices.

The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking. The Intel chip is locked. AMD supports ECC memory, Intel does not. Intel launched on 2025-01-06, while AMD launches on 2026-02-28. Intel's launch MSRP is $231.

Specification Differences

The socket types are incompatible. AMD uses AMD Socket AM5, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1851. This limits motherboard choice to each platform respectively.

Core and thread counts differ: AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads, Intel has 10 cores and 10 threads. Despite fewer cores, AMD's threads outnumber Intel's.

Base and boost clocks differ: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost; Intel runs at 3.30 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost. Intel holds the edge in both metrics.

Memory bandwidth differs: AMD provides 89.6 GB/s, Intel provides 102.4 GB/s. Both support dual-channel DDR5.

ECC memory support differs: AMD supports ECC, Intel does not.

PCIe capabilities differ: AMD offers Gen 4 with 12 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 20 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD includes Radeon 840M, Intel has N/A.

The multiplier differs: AMD is unlocked, Intel is locked.

Process node and die size differ: AMD uses 4 nm with a 195 mm² die, Intel uses 3 nm with a 243 mm² die. Intel's transistor count is disclosed at 17,800 million, AMD's is not.

Release dates differ: Intel launched on 2025-01-06, AMD launches on 2026-02-28. Intel has a launch MSRP of $231, AMD has no listed launch MSRP.