AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive picture: the Intel Core 5 223PE wins every single head-to-head comparison recorded in the database. Across 15 shared tests, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 does not register a single victory. The margins, however, vary significantly by workload, revealing where the Intel part's advantages are largest and where the AMD chip remains competitive.

The most dramatic separation occurs in multi-threaded rendering workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core 5 223PE scores 26,455 against the AMD's 11,534, a delta of -56.4% for the AMD part. That is the largest percentage gap in the entire comparison. Cinebench R15 multi-core tells a similar story, with Intel scoring 2,666 versus AMD's 1,743, a -34.6% difference. The physics test in PassMark shows an almost identical margin: Intel scores 2,493, AMD scores 1,084, a -56.5% delta. These results indicate that the Intel processor's additional cores and threads translate directly into substantial throughput advantages in heavily parallel workloads.

Single-thread performance also favors Intel, but by a smaller margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 3,734 versus AMD's 1,802, a -51.7% delta. The PassMark single-thread test shows Intel at 4,219 against AMD's 3,758, a narrower -10.9% gap. This pattern suggests the Intel chip has a meaningful clock-speed advantage that helps in lightly threaded tasks, but the AMD part's Zen 5 architecture keeps the deficit more contained in that specific metric.

Integer and floating-point math show consistent Intel leads. PassMark integer math has Intel at 99,819 versus AMD's 63,233, a -36.7% delta. Floating-point math shows Intel at 76,468 against AMD's 39,662, a -48.1% delta. The prime number search test, which is highly sensitive to both core count and per-core efficiency, shows Intel at 159 against AMD's 74, a -53.5% gap. Data compression and encryption workloads also favor Intel: compression scores 346,623 versus 221,581 (-36.1%), and encryption scores 18,448 versus 11,212 (-39.2%). Extended instruction throughput gives Intel 24,672 against AMD's 15,721, a -36.3% delta. Random string sorting, a memory-latency-sensitive test, shows Intel at 35,798 versus AMD's 24,334, a -32% delta.

The overall averages reflect this dominance. The Intel Core 5 223PE posts an average benchmark score of 40,585 and sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 averages 27,932 and lands in the 80th percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core 7 253PE (delta 0.1%), the Intel Xeon 6357P (delta -0.1%), and the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (delta 0.2%). The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (delta 0.1%), AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (delta 0.2%), and Intel Core i9-10900K (delta 0.2%). These groupings indicate that the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 competes at a performance tier roughly 45% lower than the Intel Core 5 223PE in average score, a gap consistent with the head-to-head deltas.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 15 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 records zero wins.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two CPUs?

A: The largest delta is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel Core 5 223PE leads by 56.4%. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 scores 11,534 while Intel scores 26,455.

Q: Is the AMD processor closer to Intel in any specific test?

A: Yes. The PassMark single-thread test shows the smallest gap, with Intel leading by only 10.9%. The AMD scores 3,758 and Intel scores 4,219.

Q: How do their overall percentile rankings compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE is in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is in the 80th percentile.

Q: What is the difference in average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40,585. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has an average benchmark score of 27,932.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any benchmark where it outperforms its own nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340's average score of 27,932 is slightly above that of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D (27,896, delta 0.1%) and the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U (27,887, delta 0.2%), but below the Intel Core i9-12900H (28,003, delta -0.3%).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins in every measurable category, but the size of the win varies. For multi-threaded productivity, rendering, and physics simulation, the Intel part is in a different class. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26,455 is more than double the AMD's 11,534. The PassMark physics score of 2,493 versus 1,084 reinforces that this is the strongest use case for the Intel CPU.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel chip still leads, but the margin shrinks to 10.9% in PassMark single-thread and 51.7% in Cinebench R23 single-core. The AMD part's Zen 5 architecture narrows the per-core gap, though it cannot overcome the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz.

For memory-sensitive workloads like random string sorting, Intel leads by 32%, a moderate margin. Data compression and encryption also show Intel leads in the 36-39% range. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 does not have a single workload category where it posts a higher score, but its smaller deltas in single-thread and sorting tasks suggest it is comparatively less disadvantaged there than in heavily parallel compute.

The Intel Core 5 223PE is the clear choice for users prioritizing raw throughput across all tested workloads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, with its lower TDP of 28 watts versus 65 watts, may appeal in power-constrained mobile scenarios, but the recorded benchmark data shows no performance scenario where it takes the lead.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several fundamental specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 2.90 GHz. Boost clocks also differ: AMD reaches 4.80 GHz, Intel reaches 5.20 GHz. Thermal design power is a major differentiator, with AMD at 28 watts and Intel at 65 watts.

The sockets are incompatible. AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part is a mobile processor, while the Intel part is a desktop processor. Process nodes differ: AMD uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry. The AMD die size is listed at 195 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded.

Cache configurations differ in the L2 and L3 levels. Both have 80 KB of L1 per core. AMD has 1 MB of L2 per core, while Intel has 2 MB per core. AMD has 8 MB of L3 cache, while Intel has 24 MB of shared L3. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but AMD also supports LPDDR5X while Intel supports DDR4 as well as DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses and have the same memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part has a release date in January 2025, while the Intel part has a release date in March 2026. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Krackan Point, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 5 generation. The AMD chip is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel chip uses a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

The core count difference is central to their architectural positioning. AMD's 6 cores and 12 threads are designed for efficiency in a mobile form factor, with a 28 watt TDP. Intel's 8 cores and 16 threads target desktop performance with a 65 watt TDP. The L2 cache per core is twice as large on Intel (2 MB versus 1 MB), and the L3 cache is three times larger (24 MB shared versus 8 MB). These cache differences help explain Intel's substantial lead in multi-threaded and math-heavy workloads.

The process node advantage belongs to AMD, which uses a smaller 4 nm node versus Intel's 10 nm node. Despite this, the Intel processor achieves higher clock speeds. The boost clock of 5.20 GHz on Intel versus 4.80 GHz on AMD indicates that Intel's architecture and power budget allow for higher frequency operation. The AMD chip's smaller process node may contribute to its lower TDP, but the recorded data shows that the Intel chip's additional cores, higher clocks, and larger caches produce superior benchmark results across all 15 tests.

The integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses the Radeon 840M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Both support ECC memory, and both use dual-channel memory buses with identical bandwidth. The PCIe generation differs, with Intel supporting Gen 5 versus AMD's Gen 4. The Intel part is listed with a launch MSRP of $232, while the AMD part has no recorded MSRP. These architectural choices position the AMD chip as a low-power mobile processor and the Intel chip as a higher-power desktop processor, and the benchmark data reflects that performance hierarchy.