AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

# Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE and Intel Core 5 330 occupy different performance niches despite sharing a 6-core design. The AMD part is a desktop processor with 12 threads, while the Intel part is a mobile chip with 6 threads. This thread disparity is the most decisive factor in workload outcomes.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE wins in heavily parallel workloads. With 12 threads versus 6, it doubles the available execution contexts. The recorded Cinebench scores for the Intel Core 5 330 show multicore results that are strong for a 15 W part, but the AMD chip's additional threads give it a structural advantage in rendering, compilation, and other multithreaded tasks. The AMD processor also carries 8 MB of L3 cache, which helps in data-heavy iterative workloads.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins in efficiency-centric mobile scenarios. Its 15 W TDP versus 35 W for the AMD part means it can sustain operation in fanless or low-power chassis. The Intel chip supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the AMD chip supports DDR5 only. For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel part records a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1856 against the AMD chip's unspecified result, but the boost clock difference (4.60 GHz versus 4.80 GHz) is small. The Intel chip's 192 KB L1 cache and 2.5 MB L2 cache per core suggest lower latency per core, which can favor lightly threaded applications.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE wins in memory bandwidth. It uses dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel Core 5 330 uses single-channel memory at 59.7 GB/s. This gives the AMD part a 50% bandwidth advantage, which matters for memory-bound workloads like physics simulation, data compression, and large dataset manipulation. The Intel chip counters with a 3 nm process node versus 4 nm for AMD, but that advantage appears in power efficiency rather than raw throughput.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins in single-threaded integer and floating-point tasks when normalized for power. Its Passmark single-thread score of 4088 is recorded, and its Cinebench R20 single-core score of 779 shows respectable per-core performance. The AMD chip's per-core performance is not directly recorded in the database, so the comparison relies on the Intel side's absolute numbers. The Intel part also has a higher percentile ranking at 72 versus 50 for the AMD part, indicating that the database places it ahead of more CPUs overall.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE wins in upgradeability and platform flexibility. It uses AMD Socket AM5 with an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking and future CPU swaps. The Intel Core 5 330 uses BGA 1516, a soldered mobile socket with no upgrade path and a locked multiplier. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different architectural philosophies from their respective manufacturers. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename with a Ryzen AI 400 generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. This hybrid arrangement likely mixes high-performance Zen 5 cores with compact Zen 5c cores to balance throughput and efficiency within the 35 W envelope. The Intel Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a Core 5 generation, built on a 3 nm process from Intel's own foundry.

The process node difference is significant. AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm node, while Intel uses its own 3 nm process. The smaller node for Intel suggests denser transistors and potentially better power efficiency per unit area, which aligns with its 15 W TDP. The AMD chip has a measured die size of 195 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies diverge substantially. The AMD part uses 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel part uses 192 KB L1 (likely a per-core figure), 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has larger L1 and L2 allocations per core, which can reduce latency for frequently accessed data. The AMD chip has more L3 in total, which helps when multiple threads share data.

Memory controllers differ. The AMD chip supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only in single-channel configuration, yielding 59.7 GB/s. The Intel part's LPDDR5X support is notable for mobile designs where power and space are constrained. The AMD part's ECC support is absent on the Intel side, which matters for data integrity in workstation or server-adjacent use.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes. This gives the AMD part twice the PCIe lane count for discrete GPUs, NVMe drives, or other expansion. The integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses Radeon 840M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so relative iGPU performance is not quantified.

The production status for both is Active, with the AMD part releasing on 2026-02-28 and the Intel part on 2026-04-15. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309, which is stated once per database policy. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear split by use case. For desktop users who prioritize multithreaded throughput, upgradeability, and memory bandwidth, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE is the stronger choice. Its 12 threads, dual-channel memory at 89.6 GB/s, 8 MB L3 cache, and AM5 socket with unlocked multiplier provide a platform that can handle rendering, compilation, and data processing while allowing future CPU swaps. The 35 W TDP is higher, but it is a desktop part where power delivery is less constrained.

For mobile users who prioritize power efficiency, single-threaded responsiveness, and compact integration, the Intel Core 5 330 fits better. Its 15 W TDP, 3 nm process, and LPDDR5X support enable thin-and-light designs. The 6 threads are sufficient for typical productivity tasks, and the recorded Passmark single-thread score of 4088 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1856 indicate strong per-core performance. The BGA 1516 socket means no upgrades, but that is acceptable in a sealed mobile chassis.

The percentile rankings reinforce this split. The Intel chip sits at the 72nd percentile versus all CPUs, while the AMD chip sits at the 50th. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100 (0.1% ahead), Intel Core 7 360 (0.2% behind), Intel Core i3-13100 (0.2% behind), and Intel Core 3 305 (0.2% ahead). These deltas are tiny, suggesting the Intel Core 5 330 sits in a tight performance cluster. The AMD chip has no recorded nearest rivals, making its competitive position less defined.

Neither processor is universally superior. The AMD part's thread advantage and memory bandwidth win in multicore and memory-bound workloads. The Intel part's power efficiency and single-thread scores win in mobile and lightly threaded scenarios. The choice depends on whether the workload runs many threads with large data sets or few threads with tight latency requirements.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 12 threads from 6 cores. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 threads from 6 cores, so the AMD part offers double the thread count.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 330 uses single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s, giving the AMD part a 50% higher bandwidth figure.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 330 does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core 5 330 boosts to 4.60 GHz, a difference of 0.20 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has a TDP of 35 W. The Intel Core 5 330 has a TDP of 15 W, which is 20 W lower.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark percentile?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 is at the 72nd percentile versus all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE is at the 50th percentile, placing the Intel part higher in the database ranking.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records benchmark scores only for the Intel Core 5 330, with no comparable scores for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE. The head-to-head wins are therefore zero for both sides, and the comparisons must rely on architectural differences and the Intel part's absolute scores.

The Intel Core 5 330 delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13150 and a single-core score of 1856. The multicore-to-single-core ratio is approximately 7.1x, which is typical for a 6-thread part. The Cinebench R20 scores are 5523 multicore and 779 single-core, and the Cinebench R15 scores are 1325 multicore and 186 single-core. These progressive scores show consistent scaling across R15, R20, and R23.

In Passmark tests, the Intel part shows a single-thread score of 4088, which is recorded twice in the database. The multithread score is 15471, giving a multithread-to-single-thread ratio of about 3.8x. The integer math score is 33258, floating-point math is 43885, and extended instructions score is 12808. The data compression score is 145287, data encryption is 11076, physics is 1201, and random string sorting is 17771. The find prime numbers score is 114, which is a low absolute number likely reflecting the specific algorithm's sensitivity to cache or branch prediction.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its nearest rivals list is empty. This means the database contains no direct performance measurements for the AMD part, and all comparisons must be inferred from specifications.

The Intel Core 5 330's nearest rivals show tight clustering. The Intel Core i3-14100 scores 18318, which is 0.1% higher than the Core 5 330's 18345 average. The Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374, which is 0.2% higher. The Intel Core i3-13100 scores 18380, also 0.2% higher. The Intel Core 3 305 scores 18302, which is 0.2% lower. These deltas are within noise, indicating the Core 5 330 performs essentially on par with these four rivals.

The absence of AMD benchmark data limits the head-to-head analysis. What the data does show is that the Intel Core 5 330 is a competitive mobile processor with strong single-thread scores and moderate multicore scores, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE remains a specification-driven entry with a thread and bandwidth advantage but no measured performance record.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields.

Cores and Threads: Both have 6 cores. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 330 has 6 threads.

Clocks: The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

TDP: The AMD part is rated at 35 W. The Intel part is rated at 15 W.

Socket: The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part uses Intel BGA 1516.

Codename and Generation: The AMD part uses Gorgon Point with Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c). The Intel part uses Wildcat Lake with Core 5 (Wildcat Lake).

Process Node and Foundry: The AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel part uses a 3 nm process from Intel.

Die Size: The AMD part has a die size of 195 mm². The Intel part has no recorded die size.

Cache: The AMD part has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB L3. The Intel part has 192 KB L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB L3 (shared).

Memory Support: The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, with single-channel memory and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

ECC Memory: The AMD part supports ECC. The Intel part does not.

PCIe: The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated Graphics: The AMD part uses Radeon 840M. The Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Market Segment: The AMD part is Desktop. The Intel part is Mobile.

Multiplier: The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part is locked.

Release Date: The AMD part released on 2026-02-28. The Intel part released on 2026-04-15.

Launch MSRP: The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309. The AMD part has no recorded MSRP.

Part Number: The AMD part is 100-000001925. The Intel part is SAE3G.