AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE reaches 4.80 GHz.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE is built on TSMC's 4 nm process. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses Intel's 10 nm process.

Q: Does the Intel chip support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 7 251TE supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE supports only DDR5.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 251TE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE ranks in the 88th percentile, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE sits in the 50th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE dominates in multi-threaded workloads due to its 24 cores and 32 threads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25518 reflects a massive parallel-processing advantage. The PassMark multithread score of 30022, along with integer math at 125739 and floating-point math at 85607, confirms this strength in rendering, compilation, and scientific computing. The Intel chip also wins in data-heavy tasks: data compression at 334399 and data encryption at 22176.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE, with only 6 cores, does not appear in the benchmark database with recorded scores. This means the data set provides no wins for the AMD side. The Intel Core 7 251TE holds every recorded benchmark result, making it the clear choice for any workload that scales with core count. Single-thread performance also favors Intel based on available data: Cinebench R23 single-core at 3602 and PassMark single-thread at 3568.

The Intel chip's 36 MB L3 cache versus 8 MB on the AMD part further supports its advantage in cache-sensitive applications like database queries and large working sets. The AMD processor has a higher base clock (2.00 GHz vs 1.40 GHz), but the Intel chip's boost clock of 5.40 GHz and far greater core count produce superior recorded results across every benchmark category.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. This hybrid approach typically balances performance cores with efficiency cores. The chip is fabricated by TSMC on a 4 nm process, with a die size of 195 mm². It uses the AMD Socket AM5 and supports PCIe Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics are Radeon 840M.

The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. It is fabricated by Intel on a 10 nm process, with a die size of 215 mm². The chip uses Intel Socket 1700 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part only supports DDR5.

Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: AMD provides 1 MB per core, while Intel provides 1.25 MB per core. L3 cache is 8 MB on the AMD chip and 36 MB shared on the Intel chip. Both support ECC memory and feature dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel chip is locked.

The process node difference is significant: 4 nm on TSMC versus 10 nm on Intel. The smaller node typically allows for better power efficiency, but the Intel chip has a higher TDP of 45 watts versus 35 watts. The AMD chip's base clock is higher at 2.00 GHz versus 1.40 GHz, but the Intel chip's boost clock is higher at 5.40 GHz versus 4.80 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz and 1.40 GHz respectively, while boost clocks are 4.80 GHz and 5.40 GHz. TDP is 35 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel.

Socket compatibility separates the platforms: AMD Socket AM5 versus Intel Socket 1700. Process nodes differ at 4 nm (TSMC) for AMD and 10 nm (Intel) for Intel. Die sizes are 195 mm² and 215 mm². L2 cache per core is 1 MB on AMD and 1.25 MB on Intel. L3 cache is 8 MB on AMD and 36 MB shared on Intel.

Memory support differs: AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon 840M on AMD and UHD Graphics 770 on Intel. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, the Intel multiplier is locked. Release dates differ: AMD launched on 2026-02-28, while Intel launched on 2025-01-12. The Intel launch MSRP is $384, stated once here.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains recorded scores only for the Intel Core 7 251TE. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has no benchmark entries, so all comparisons rely on Intel's measured results relative to its nearest rivals. This absence of AMD data means the head-to-head cannot show direct wins for the AMD side.

The Intel Core 7 251TE delivers standout multi-core performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 25518 places it well above typical desktop processors. The Cinebench R20 multicore score of 10717 and Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2572 confirm consistent scaling across test versions. The PassMark multithread score of 30022 reinforces this picture.

Single-core results are also strong for Intel. Cinebench R23 single-core reaches 3602, Cinebench R20 single-core reaches 1512, and Cinebench R15 single-core reaches 362. PassMark single-thread score is 3568. These numbers indicate solid per-thread performance, not just core-count advantage.

The Intel chip's nearest rivals in the database provide context. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265H scores 41621, just 0.1% below the Core 7 251TE. The Intel Core i7-14650HX scores 41576, 0.2% lower. The Intel Core i7-12850HX scores 41779, which is 0.3% higher. The Intel Core i7-14700T scores 41914, 0.6% higher. This cluster of rival scores shows the Core 7 251TE sits in a competitive band, slightly behind the i7-12850HX and i7-14700T but ahead of the Ultra 7 265H and i7-14650HX.

PassMark results for the Intel chip include data compression at 334399, data encryption at 22176, extended instructions at 16974, prime number finding at 140, floating-point math at 85607, integer math at 125739, physics at 1938, and random string sorting at 39643. These scores demonstrate broad capability across different instruction types and workload patterns.

The average benchmark score for the Intel Core 7 251TE is 41650, with an 88th percentile ranking among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440GE has an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking, reflecting the absence of recorded data. The Intel chip's 24 cores and 32 threads provide a structural advantage that no AMD measurement currently offsets.

In the recorded data, the Intel Core 7 251TE wins every benchmark category by default because no AMD scores exist. The largest gaps would appear in multi-core tests if AMD data were present, but the database shows no such comparison. The Intel chip's 36 MB L3 cache and 5.40 GHz boost clock give it advantages in both cache-heavy and burst workloads. The AMD chip's higher base clock and smaller process node remain potential benefits, but without benchmark scores, those advantages cannot be quantified.