AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G vs Intel Core 9 270H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep in favor of the Intel Core 9 270H across all 11 shared benchmark tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G does not secure a single win in the head-to-head comparison, with the Intel part taking every category. The largest margin comes in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where the Intel Core 9 270H scores 112 against the AMD's 55, a delta of -50.9% for the AMD. That is the only test with a gap exceeding half, but several others approach it.

The passmark_physics test shows a similar pattern: Intel scores 1966, AMD scores 999, producing a -49.2% delta. The passmark_floating_point_math result gives Intel 70640 versus AMD 43494, a -38.4% difference. Data encryption favors Intel 19369 to 12111, a -37.5% delta, while integer math shows 97654 versus 63707, a -34.8% gap. The multi-threaded PassMark score is 28764 for Intel and 20285 for AMD, meaning the AMD trails by 29.5%. Random string sorting gives 36867 against 27407, a -25.7% delta, and data compression shows 333785 versus 253484, a -24.1% gap.

The closest competition appears in single-thread performance. The passmark_single_thread test records 3944 for Intel and 3829 for AMD, a margin of only 2.9%. Extended instructions run nearly even as well: 20079 for Intel versus 18697 for AMD, a 6.9% difference. These two results indicate that in lightly threaded workloads, the two processors are far closer than the multi-core results suggest.

The average benchmark scores place the AMD at 40718 and the Intel at 38335. The AMD's average is higher despite losing every head-to-head test because the two parts were measured on different benchmark suites. The AMD's percentile ranking is 87 against all CPUs, while the Intel sits at 86. The AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6357P at 40630 (0.2% delta), the Intel Core 5 223PE at 40585 (0.3%), the Intel Core 7 253PE at 40557 (0.4%), and the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H at 40518 (0.5%). The Intel Core 9 270H's nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H at 38312 (0.1%), the Intel Xeon w3-2525 at 38392 (-0.1%), the Intel Core i5-13600HX at 38261 (0.2%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 250 at 38221 (0.3%).

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G does not win any recorded benchmark category, so the use-case split is heavily one-sided in the raw numbers. However, the benchmark data reveals nuance in workload characteristics. In single-threaded operations, the Intel advantage shrinks to 2.9%, which means applications that depend on one or two cores will see only a marginal difference. The extended instructions test, which reflects SIMD and specialized instruction throughput, shows a 6.9% gap, again a modest separation.

For multi-threaded and data-heavy workloads, the Intel Core 9 270H is the clear leader. Data compression, encryption, integer math, floating-point math, physics simulation, and prime number generation all show double-digit leads for Intel, ranging from 24.1% to 50.9%. The passmark_multithread score of 28764 versus 20285 confirms that the Intel part delivers roughly 42% more throughput in that aggregate measure. Workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, scientific computation, and database operations would favor the Intel processor based on these deltas.

The AMD part's average benchmark score of 40718 exceeds the Intel's 38335, but this stems from the different test suites applied to each CPU. The AMD's percentile of 87 versus the Intel's 86 shows both processors sit at nearly the same level within the broader CPU landscape. The AMD's nearest rival, the Intel Xeon 6357P, scores 40630, only 0.2% below the AMD. The Intel's nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, scores 38312, 0.1% below the Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 9 270H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename from the Core 9 Raptor Lake Refresh generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel provides 14 cores and 20 threads. The Intel part uses a hybrid core arrangement typical of Raptor Lake, though the database does not specify the performance and efficiency core split. The AMD's generation label mentions both Zen 5 and Zen 5c, indicating a mix of full and compact cores within its 6-core configuration.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on the AMD and 2 MB per core on the Intel. The L3 cache shows a larger difference: the AMD has 4 MB total, while the Intel has 24 MB shared. This 6x difference in L3 capacity likely contributes to the Intel's lead in data compression and encryption tests.

Base and boost clocks favor the Intel. The AMD runs at 2.00 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost. The Intel runs at 2.70 GHz base and 5.80 GHz boost. The Intel's higher boost clock aligns with its 2.9% single-thread advantage. The thermal design power goes the other direction: the AMD is rated at 65 W, the Intel at 45 W, which is notable given the Intel's higher core count and clock speeds.

Memory support differs. The AMD supports DDR5 only, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The AMD has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s; the Intel's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The AMD supports ECC memory, the Intel does not. PCIe capability also differs: the AMD provides Gen 4 with 10 CPU lanes, while the Intel provides Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics are different. The AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores, so no performance comparison is possible from the recorded data.

Socket and market positioning separate the two as well. The AMD uses AMD Socket AM5 and is classified as a desktop part. The Intel uses Intel BGA 1744 and is classified as a mobile part. The AMD released on 2026-03-01, while the Intel released earlier on 2024-12-17. Both parts are currently listed as Active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-threaded PassMark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 270H scores 28764 in passmark_multithread, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G scores 20285, giving Intel a 29.5% lead.

Q: How close are the two in single-thread performance?

A: The passmark_single_thread test shows Intel at 3944 and AMD at 3829, a difference of only 2.9%. The extended instructions test shows a 6.9% gap, with Intel at 20079 and AMD at 18697.

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

A: The passmark_find_prime_numbers test shows the largest delta at -50.9%, with Intel scoring 112 and AMD scoring 55. The passmark_physics test is close behind at -49.2%, with Intel at 1966 and AMD at 999.

Q: Do the two processors use the same process node?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core 9 270H is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 270H has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G has an average benchmark score of 40718, while the Intel Core 9 270H has an average of 38335. The AMD ranks at the 87th percentile against all CPUs, and the Intel ranks at the 86th percentile.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G | Intel Core 9 270H |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 14 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-H |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 9 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 4 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 10 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2026-03-01 | 2024-12-17 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $697 |

| Part number | 100-000001783 | SRQ6V |