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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear split between two very different processor designs. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins 7 of the 11 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G takes 4. The most decisive Intel victories come in workloads that favor raw compute throughput. In floating-point math, the Intel part scores 82,751 against the AMD's 45,711, a 44.8% advantage. Prime number finding shows an even larger gap: Intel scores 284 versus 90, a 68.3% lead. These are the two largest deltas in the entire comparison.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G counters with strong wins in integer-heavy and data-oriented tasks. Data compression shows AMD at 292,735 versus Intel's 233,998, a 25.1% margin. Integer math goes to AMD at 71,251 against 59,543, a 19.7% advantage. Random string sorting favors AMD at 31,106 versus 28,774, an 8.1% lead. Extended instructions are close, with AMD ahead by only 2.8% (20,648 to 20,083).

Single-thread performance belongs to Intel. The Core Ultra 5 225T scores 4,348 in the PassMark single-thread test against 4,060 for the Ryzen AI 5 440G, a 6.6% edge. Multithreaded performance also favors Intel: 25,358 versus 23,487, a 7.4% margin. The physics workload shows Intel ahead at 2,053 versus 1,329, a 35.3% gap. Data encryption is the remaining Intel win: 18,289 versus 13,585, a 25.7% advantage.

Averaged across all recorded benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G posts an average score of 46,187, which places it at the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are tightly clustered: the Intel Core i9-13900HX sits 0.2% behind, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is 0.3% behind, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is also 0.3% behind. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has an average score of 30,468, placing it at the 82nd percentile. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11980HK at 0.2% ahead, the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS at 0.3% behind, and the Intel Core i5-13600H at 0.3% ahead. The average score gap between the two is substantial: the AMD part's average is roughly 51% higher. This discrepancy reflects the fact that the AMD processor's benchmark suite includes a high-scoring data compression result that dominates its average, while the Intel part's average is pulled down by its Cinebench results, which are part of its recorded set but not the AMD's.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 4,348 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 6.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's 4,060.

Q: How large is the AMD's lead in data compression?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 292,735 in PassMark data compression, a 25.1% advantage over the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T's 233,998.

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark gap between the two?

A: The largest delta is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 284 versus 90 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G, a 68.3% Intel lead.

Q: How do their multithreaded scores compare?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 25,358 in PassMark multithread, which is 7.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G's 23,487.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. The Intel part has a higher memory bandwidth at 102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s for the AMD.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G wins in workloads that involve compression, integer math, string sorting, and extended instruction sets. Data compression is its standout result: a 25.1% lead over the Intel part. Integer math at 71,251 and random string sorting at 31,106 show the AMD part handles data transformation and sorting tasks with clear efficiency. The extended instructions result (20,648 versus 20,083) is narrow but consistent with the pattern of AMD winning algorithmic and data-processing tests. The AMD part also holds a large average benchmark score advantage at 46,187 versus 30,468, and its 89th percentile placement is 7 points higher than the Intel's 82nd.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins in floating-point math, prime number finding, physics simulation, encryption, single-thread, and multithreaded workloads. The floating-point result (82,751 versus 45,711) and prime number result (284 versus 90) are dominant, indicating strong per-core compute throughput. Physics at 2,053 versus 1,329 and encryption at 18,289 versus 13,585 further confirm Intel's advantage in mathematically intensive and security-related tasks. The Intel part also edges out the AMD in both single-thread (4,348 versus 4,060) and multithread (25,358 versus 23,487) PassMark tests, making it the more balanced performer in general-purpose workloads.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses 10 cores and 10 threads. The Intel part has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and a higher boost clock at 4.90 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. Both are rated at 65W TDP. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1851. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked.

Cache configurations differ sharply. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Intel part also lists 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, while the AMD part lists a 195 mm² die with no transistor count recorded. Memory bandwidth favors Intel at 102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s. The AMD part supports ECC memory, the Intel part does not. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses Radeon 840M, the Intel part uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G is built on the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which uses a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is an Arrow Lake-S part from the Core Ultra Series 2 generation, built on a 3 nm process, also by TSMC. The process node difference is 4 nm versus 3 nm.

The core designs reflect different strategies. The AMD part combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores in a 6-core, 12-thread configuration with simultaneous multithreading. The Intel part uses 10 cores and 10 threads with no multithreading, relying on a larger L3 cache (20 MB shared versus 8 MB) and higher per-core L1 and L2 allocations. The Intel part has a native 10-core layout with larger caches per core, while the AMD part's smaller L3 (8 MB) is offset by its higher average benchmark score in the database. The AMD part's generation label explicitly lists Zen 5 / Zen 5c, while the Intel part's generation label lists Ultra 5 (Arrow Lake). The Intel part also carries a larger die (243 mm² versus 195 mm²) and a recorded transistor count of 17,800 million, while the AMD part has no transistor count recorded. Release dates differ as well: the AMD part is dated 2026-02-28, the Intel part 2024-12-31.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T is the stronger choice for compute-heavy, math-oriented, and physics-based workloads. Its wins in floating-point math, prime number finding, physics, and encryption are decisive, and it also takes both single-thread and multithread PassMark tests. The 68.3% lead in prime number finding and the 44.8% lead in floating-point math are the kind of margins that matter for number-crunching applications. The Intel part also offers a higher boost clock (4.90 GHz versus 4.80 GHz), more cores (10 versus 6), larger caches (20 MB L3 versus 8 MB), higher memory bandwidth (102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s), and PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes. Its 82nd percentile placement reflects a solid, well-rounded performer.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G is the better option for data compression, integer math, string sorting, and extended instruction workloads. Its 25.1% lead in data compression and 19.7% lead in integer math show strength in data processing and algorithmic tasks. The AMD part also has the higher average benchmark score (46,187 versus 30,468) and the higher percentile ranking (89th versus 82nd), though this is influenced by its benchmark suite composition. The AMD part supports ECC memory, has an unlocked multiplier, and uses 12 threads from 6 cores with Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture on a 4 nm process. Its smaller 195 mm² die and 8 MB L3 cache indicate a more compact design, while the Intel part's 243 mm² die and 17,800 million transistors point to a larger, more complex implementation.

Users prioritizing compression, integer processing, or ECC memory support should select the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G. Users prioritizing floating-point performance, physics simulation, encryption, or single-thread responsiveness should select the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T. For general-purpose multithreaded work, the Intel part's 7.4% multithread lead and 10-core layout give it a measurable edge, but the AMD part's 12 threads and higher average score make it competitive in mixed workloads. The data does not support a single universal winner; the choice depends entirely on workload mix.