AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core 5 220H Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 records an average benchmark score of 41208, while the Intel Core 5 220H records 28574. The AMD part sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 80th percentile for the Intel part.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 3785 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 11.2% ahead of the Intel Core 5 220H's 3405. This is one of the clearest advantages for the AMD processor.

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark tests?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H wins 7 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 wins 4. However, the AMD wins include some of the largest margins in either direction.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 220H has 12 cores and 16 threads. The Intel processor also has a higher base clock of 2.70 GHz versus 2.00 GHz for the AMD.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel Core 5 220H supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 220H?

A: The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 220H is $342. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and the Intel Core 5 220H represent fundamentally different design approaches. The AMD processor is built on the Zen 5 architecture, coded Gorgon Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel processor is based on the Raptor Lake architecture, coded Raptor Lake-H, and belongs to the Core 5 family under the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel, with no die size recorded.

The core counts differ substantially. The AMD part provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part provides 12 cores and 16 threads. This gives the Intel processor twice the physical core count, though the thread count advantage is smaller due to the Intel part's hybrid design not doubling all cores into threads. The AMD processor's base clock is 2.00 GHz with a 4.80 GHz boost clock, while the Intel processor starts at 2.70 GHz base and boosts to 4.90 GHz.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part uses 1 MB of L2 per core, while the Intel part uses 2 MB per core. For L3 cache, the AMD processor has 8 MB total, while the Intel processor has 18 MB shared. The larger L2 and L3 caches on the Intel side are notable for workloads that benefit from larger on-die storage.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, but no memory bandwidth figure is recorded. ECC memory support is present on the AMD part but absent on the Intel part.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU.

The Intel processor was released on December 17, 2024, while the AMD processor has a release date of January 4, 2026. Both are active production parts for the mobile market segment, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The benchmark data shows a split decision. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has a significantly higher average benchmark score at 41208 versus 28574 for the Intel Core 5 220H, and it sits at the 87th percentile compared to the 80th percentile for the Intel part. The AMD processor also wins the single-thread test by 11.2%, which matters for responsiveness and lightly threaded applications.

However, the Intel Core 5 220H wins 7 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, including multi-threaded workloads, integer math, floating-point math, and physics simulations. The Intel processor's 12 cores and 16 threads give it a structural advantage in parallel workloads, despite the AMD part's higher average score.

The Intel processor also carries a launch MSRP of $342, which is recorded in the database. The AMD processor has no launch MSRP recorded.

For users prioritizing single-thread performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is the stronger choice. For users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput and a higher core count, the Intel Core 5 220H shows an edge in the head-to-head data. The AMD part's higher average score and percentile ranking suggest it performs better across a broader mix of workloads, but the Intel part's wins in specific parallel tests are consistent and measurable.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 220H has 12 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the AMD and 2.70 GHz for the Intel. Boost clocks are 4.80 GHz for the AMD and 4.90 GHz for the Intel. TDP is 28 W for the AMD and 45 W for the Intel.

Sockets differ: the AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel uses Intel BGA 1744. Architecture differs: Zen 5 for the AMD, Raptor Lake for the Intel. Codename differs: Gorgon Point for the AMD, Raptor Lake-H for the Intel. Process node differs: 4 nm for the AMD, 10 nm for the Intel. Foundry differs: TSMC for the AMD, Intel for the Intel.

Cache configurations differ. L2 cache is 1 MB per core for the AMD and 2 MB per core for the Intel. L3 cache is 8 MB for the AMD and 18 MB shared for the Intel.

Memory support differs: the AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded at 89.6 GB/s for the AMD, with no figure for the Intel. ECC memory is supported by the AMD but not the Intel.

PCIe differs: Gen 4 with 16 lanes for the AMD, Gen 5 with 8 lanes for the Intel. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 840M for the AMD, Iris Xe Graphics 80EU for the Intel.

Release dates differ: December 17, 2024 for the Intel, January 4, 2026 for the AMD. Part numbers differ: 100-000001866 for the AMD, SRQ6SQ5MM for the Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data shows clear strengths for each processor. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 wins 4 of the 11 tests, while the Intel Core 5 220H wins 7.

The AMD processor's largest win is in extended instructions, where it scores 18456 versus 14642 for the Intel, a 26% advantage. This is the biggest margin in either direction across all tests. The AMD part also wins data compression with a score of 256420 versus 247921, a 3.4% edge. In single-thread tests, the AMD scores 3785 versus 3405, an 11.2% advantage, which appears twice in the data for the same test.

The Intel Core 5 220H's largest win is in physics, where it scores 1478 versus 1119 for the AMD, a 24.3% advantage. The Intel part also wins data encryption with 15216 versus 12418, an 18.4% edge. In floating-point math, the Intel scores 51671 versus 42934, a 16.9% advantage. Integer math favors the Intel at 73555 versus 65991, a 10.3% margin. The Intel part wins multithread at 21884 versus 21054, a 3.8% edge, and random string sorting at 28438 versus 27252, a 4.2% margin. In find prime numbers, the Intel scores 82 versus 77, a 6.1% advantage.

The data shows a pattern: the AMD processor wins in single-thread performance, extended instructions, and data compression, while the Intel processor wins in physics, encryption, floating-point math, integer math, and multithreaded workloads. The Intel wins tend to be larger in magnitude for parallel tasks, while the AMD's single-thread win is substantial at 11.2%.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is the better choice for single-thread performance. Its 11.2% lead in the PassMark single-thread test indicates faster per-core execution, which benefits applications that rely on a single thread or lightly threaded workloads. The 26% advantage in extended instructions suggests the AMD processor handles specialized instruction sets more efficiently. The 3.4% win in data compression points to an advantage in compression algorithms.

The Intel Core 5 220H is the better choice for parallel and compute-heavy workloads. The 24.3% win in physics tests indicates strong multi-core scaling for simulation and physics-based tasks. The 18.4% advantage in data encryption shows an edge in cryptographic workloads. The 16.9% win in floating-point math and the 10.3% win in integer math indicate broader computational strength. The 3.8% win in multithread and the 4.2% win in random string sorting round out a consistent pattern of parallel performance.

The Intel processor's 12 cores and 16 threads versus the AMD's 6 cores and 12 threads align with these results. The Intel part also has a higher base clock at 2.70 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, which contributes to its wins in throughput-oriented tests. The AMD processor's higher average benchmark score and higher percentile ranking suggest it excels in mixed workloads, but the Intel part's specific wins in parallel tests are where it shows clear superiority.

Users running physics simulations, encryption tasks, or heavy math workloads should favor the Intel Core 5 220H. Users running single-threaded applications, compression tasks, or workloads that depend on extended instruction sets should favor the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440.