AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core 5 210H Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core 5 210H occupy different positions in the mobile processor landscape. The AMD part uses the newer Zen 5 architecture, while the Intel chip is based on the older Raptor Lake design. Benchmark data from the database shows a clear pattern of results across eleven tests, with the AMD processor winning ten of them. The only test where Intel takes the lead is floating-point math, and even there the margin is modest. This analysis examines the recorded measurements, architectural differences, and the practical implications for each processor based strictly on the available data.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest gap between the two processors appears in the PassMark extended instructions test. AMD scores 18456, while Intel scores 13370, a difference of 38%. This test measures performance with specialized instruction sets, and the Zen 5 architecture's support for newer extensions gives the AMD part a decisive edge. Similarly, the prime number finding test shows AMD at 77 versus Intel at 53, a 45.3% advantage. This is the single biggest percentage delta in the entire comparison, and it points to a substantial difference in raw integer processing capability under certain workloads.

Data compression favors AMD by 17.7%, with scores of 256420 against Intel's 217805. This is a significant workload for many productivity applications, and the AMD processor demonstrates a clear advantage. Random string sorting also goes to AMD, 27252 versus 23451, a 16.2% lead. Multithreaded performance shows AMD ahead by 15.4%, with scores of 21054 and 18252 respectively. This is a key metric for overall system responsiveness under heavy multitasking, and the data indicates AMD delivers meaningfully more throughput.

Single-thread performance, often a proxy for day-to-day responsiveness, shows AMD at 3785 against Intel's 3539, a 7% advantage. The physics test, which can reflect gaming and simulation workloads, goes to AMD with 1119 versus 1040, a 7.6% lead. Integer math shows AMD at 65991 versus Intel's 61503, a 7.3% gap. Data encryption is close, with AMD scoring 12418 and Intel 12187, a 1.9% edge for AMD. The only Intel win comes in floating-point math, where Intel scores 45057 against AMD's 42934, a 4.7% advantage in Intel's favor.

The overall benchmark average reflects this imbalance. AMD's average benchmark score is 41208, while Intel's is 24872. That difference is substantial, though it is important to note that the two processors are not directly comparable in all respects. AMD's percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database is 87, while Intel sits at 77. The nearest rivals for AMD are Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, and Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, with average scores ranging from 40967 to 41376. Intel's nearest rivals are Intel Core i7-13620H, AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, Intel Core i7-11850H, and AMD Ryzen 5 7500F, with average scores between 24822 and 24964. The gap between the two processors is not merely a few percentage points; it is a structural difference in performance tier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is built on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Gorgon Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 195 square millimeters. The chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Thermal design power is 28 watts, which is notably lower than Intel's figure. The cache layout uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. Memory support includes DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. PCIe connectivity is Gen 4 with 16 lanes available from the CPU. The integrated graphics are Radeon 840M. The processor uses AMD Socket FP8 and was released on January 4, 2026.

The Intel Core 5 210H is based on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H variant within the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. It uses a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The chip has 8 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Thermal design power is 45 watts, which is 17 watts higher than AMD's figure. The cache layout uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support includes DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, but the database does not record a memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory is not supported. PCIe connectivity is Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics with 48 execution units. The processor uses Intel BGA 1744 and was released on December 17, 2024.

The core count difference is notable: Intel has 8 physical cores versus AMD's 6. However, both processors present 12 threads to the operating system, which means the thread count is identical. The extra two Intel cores are likely performance cores, but the benchmark data shows AMD still wins the multithreaded test by 15.4%. This suggests the Zen 5 architecture offers better instructions per clock, or that the Intel core configuration is not as efficient in these specific workloads. The process node difference, 4 nm versus 10 nm, likely contributes to AMD's efficiency advantage, allowing it to achieve higher performance at a lower TDP.

Memory support differs in an important way: Intel can use DDR4, which is older and slower, while AMD is limited to DDR5 and LPDDR5X. This could affect real-world performance in systems that pair the Intel chip with DDR4 memory, though the database does not include memory-specific benchmarks. The PCIe generation also differs: Intel offers Gen 5 but with only 8 lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes. For discrete GPUs, the lane count matters more than generation in most mobile scenarios, and AMD's 16 lanes provide more headroom for multi-device configurations.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 3785 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the Intel Core 5 210H scores 3539. AMD leads by 7%.

Q: Does the Intel processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 210H wins the floating-point math test with a score of 45057, compared to AMD's 42934. This is a 4.7% advantage for Intel.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference between the two?

A: AMD has a TDP of 28 watts, while Intel has a TDP of 45 watts. The Intel chip consumes a higher power budget, which may affect cooling requirements and battery life.

Q: How do the cache configurations compare?

A: Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. AMD has 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3, while Intel has 2 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. Intel has more total L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Intel also supports older DDR4 memory, which AMD does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher overall percentile ranking?

A: AMD ranks in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while Intel ranks in the 77th percentile. AMD's average benchmark score is 41208, and Intel's is 24872.

The Verdict

The data clearly separates these two processors into different performance classes. AMD wins 10 out of 11 head-to-head tests, and the average benchmark score difference is substantial: 41208 versus 24872. AMD also has a higher percentile ranking, 87 versus 77. The only Intel win is in floating-point math, with a 4.7% margin, which is not enough to offset the losses elsewhere.

For workloads that involve data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number calculation, integer math, multithreading, physics simulation, random string sorting, or single-thread performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is the stronger choice based on the recorded measurements. The margins range from 1.9% in data encryption to 45.3% in prime number finding. The Intel Core 5 210H is preferable only in floating-point heavy tasks, where its 45057 score exceeds AMD's 42934.

The power envelope also favors AMD. A 28 watt TDP versus Intel's 45 watts suggests AMD achieves higher performance while drawing less power. This is relevant for mobile devices where thermals and battery life are critical. However, the Intel chip does offer 8 physical cores, which could matter in specific scenarios that benefit from more physical cores rather than just more threads. The database does not include a test that isolates physical core count benefits, so this remains a qualitative consideration.

The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $342. No launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD processor, so a direct price comparison is not possible from the available data.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel has 8 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 2.20 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are identical at 4.80 GHz. TDP is 28 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel. Sockets are different: AMD Socket FP8 versus Intel BGA 1744. Architecture and process node also differ: Zen 5 on 4 nm at TSMC versus Raptor Lake on 10 nm at Intel.

Cache configurations are not the same. AMD uses 1 MB L2 per core, while Intel uses 2 MB L2 per core. L3 cache is 8 MB on AMD versus 12 MB shared on Intel. Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded for AMD at 89.6 GB/s, but no figure is recorded for Intel. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe is Gen 4 with 16 lanes on AMD, versus Gen 5 with 8 lanes on Intel. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 840M on AMD versus Iris Xe Graphics 48EU on Intel. Release dates are also different: January 4, 2026 for AMD, and December 17, 2024 for Intel.

The die size is 195 square millimeters for AMD, while no die size is recorded for Intel. The process node difference, 4 nm versus 10 nm, is significant and likely explains some of the performance and efficiency gaps.

Where Each One Wins

AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 wins in data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, integer math, multithreading, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. These are the core metrics for general computing, productivity applications, and many scientific or engineering workloads. The multithread win by 15.4% is particularly important for users who run parallel tasks. The single-thread win by 7% matters for responsive everyday use.

Intel Core 5 210H wins in floating-point math. This is a specific but relevant category. Floating-point performance is used in 3D rendering, scientific simulations, and certain financial modeling tasks. The 4.7% margin is not large, but it is a consistent edge in that one area. The Intel chip also has more physical cores, 8 versus 6, and more L3 cache, 12 MB versus 8 MB. These specifications could benefit workloads that scale well with cache size or physical core count, even if the specific benchmarks do not show an overall win.

The database records no other benchmark categories, so the analysis is limited to these eleven tests. Based on the available data, AMD is the stronger processor for the majority of workloads. Intel retains a narrow niche in floating-point intensive tasks, and its higher physical core count and larger L3 cache provide a theoretical advantage that the current benchmarks do not validate as a broad performance lead. Users who prioritize floating-point math may prefer Intel, but the overall benchmark evidence points to AMD as the more capable processor across a wide range of tests.