AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core 5 223PE represent two distinct approaches to x86 processing: one is a 28-watt mobile part built on TSMC's 4 nm node with Zen 5 cores, while the other is a 65-watt desktop processor on Intel's 10 nm process with a 5.20 GHz boost clock. The benchmark data shows a decisive performance gap across every measured workload, with the Intel part winning all 11 head-to-head comparisons. Despite the AMD chip's architectural efficiency and the Intel chip's higher power envelope, the raw score differentials are substantial and consistent, making this a clear-cut comparison in favor of Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single-workload advantage for the Intel Core 5 223PE appears in PassMark's physics test, where it scores 2493 against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440's 1119. That is a delta of -55.1% for AMD, meaning the Intel part is more than twice as fast in this compute-heavy simulation. Similarly, in the prime number finding test, Intel's 159 result dwarfs AMD's 77, a -51.6% difference. These two tests highlight the Intel chip's raw integer throughput capabilities, which are likely driven by its higher base and boost clocks.

Floating-point math also heavily favors Intel, with a score of 76468 versus AMD's 42934, a -43.9% gap. This is particularly relevant for scientific computing and rendering workloads. The encryption test shows a -32.7% delta (18448 vs 12418), while integer math comes in at -33.9% (99819 vs 65991). In multithreaded performance, the Intel part scores 31124 compared to AMD's 21054, a -32.4% deficit for the Ryzen chip. This multithread result is notable because the AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads, but the per-thread advantage is unmistakable.

The data compression test shows Intel leading with 346623 against 256420, a -26% gap for AMD. Extended instructions follow at -25.2% (24672 vs 18456), and random string sorting shows a -23.9% delta (35798 vs 27252). Even in single-threaded performance, where mobile parts often compete well, Intel holds a clear edge: 4219 versus 3785, a -10.3% difference. This single-thread margin is smaller than the multi-thread gaps but still decisive, indicating that Intel's 5.20 GHz boost clock delivers tangible benefits over AMD's 4.80 GHz maximum.

Looking at average benchmark scores, the Intel Core 5 223PE posts 40585, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 averages 41208. This means AMD actually has a higher average score despite losing every individual head-to-head test — a statistical artifact of the different benchmark suites each processor was tested with. The AMD chip's suite includes only PassMark tests, while Intel's includes Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 results, which likely pull its average down. Both processors sit at the 87th percentile among all CPUs, placing them in the same performance tier overall, but the head-to-head data is unambiguous.

The Verdict

The data is unequivocal: for raw performance in every measured category, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the superior processor. It wins all 11 head-to-head comparisons, with margins ranging from -10.3% in single-threaded work to -55.1% in physics simulations. The Intel part also offers more cores (8 vs 6) and threads (16 vs 12), a higher base clock (2.90 GHz vs 2.00 GHz), and a higher boost clock (5.20 GHz vs 4.80 GHz). Anyone building a desktop system for compute-intensive tasks such as rendering, scientific calculation, or heavy multitasking should select the Intel Core 5 223PE based purely on these numbers.

However, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is not without merit. Its 28-watt TDP makes it far more suitable for thin-and-light mobile designs, and its integrated Radeon 840M graphics likely offer better iGPU performance than Intel's UHD Graphics 730, though no graphics benchmarks are included in this data. The AMD chip also uses a more advanced 4 nm process node from TSMC, which typically translates to better power efficiency per clock. The average benchmark score of 41208 for AMD versus 40585 for Intel suggests that in a broader test suite, the AMD part may be competitive with the Intel chip when normalized for power consumption, but this cannot be confirmed from the provided head-to-head results.

For desktop users who prioritize absolute performance and have no power constraints, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the clear pick. For mobile users who need adequate performance within a 28-watt envelope, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is the only realistic choice of the two, given that the Intel part is classified as a desktop segment processor. The Intel chip's launch MSRP is $232, which can be stated once as a reference point, but the AMD part has no listed launch price.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 4219 in PassMark's single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 3785, giving Intel a -10.3% advantage.

Q: How much faster is the Intel chip in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 31124 in PassMark's multithread test versus 21054 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, a -32.4% delta in favor of Intel.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has an average benchmark score of 41208, while the Intel Core 5 223PE averages 40585. AMD's average is slightly higher, despite losing every head-to-head test.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and the Intel Core 5 223PE support ECC memory, according to the specification data.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel chip show its largest advantage?

A: The largest delta is in PassMark's physics test, where the Intel Core 5 223PE scores 2493 versus 1119 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, a -55.1% difference.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 5 223PE offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 provides 6 cores and 12 threads. The base clock differs significantly: Intel runs at 2.90 GHz compared to AMD's 2.00 GHz, and the boost clocks are 5.20 GHz for Intel versus 4.80 GHz for AMD. The thermal design power is a major differentiator, with Intel rated at 65 watts and AMD at just 28 watts. The socket types are incompatible: Intel uses Socket 1700, while AMD uses Socket FP8. The AMD part is a mobile segment processor, whereas the Intel chip is a desktop segment processor.

Memory support also differs: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe capabilities diverge, with Intel offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) and AMD providing Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are different as well: AMD has Radeon 840M, while Intel has UHD Graphics 730. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232; the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP. The Intel chip's part number is SA4QF, and AMD's is 100-000001866. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is built on TSMC's 4 nm process node and uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, belonging to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The die size is 195 mm². Its cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 223PE is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm node and uses the Bartlett Lake codename, with no specific architecture name provided. Its cache setup includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a larger 24 MB shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has no listed die size. The Intel part's foundry is Intel, while AMD uses TSMC.

The process node difference is significant: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel, which explains the power consumption disparity despite the performance gap. The larger L3 cache on the Intel chip (24 MB vs 8 MB) likely contributes to its superior performance in data-heavy workloads. The AMD chip's Zen 5 architecture is designed for efficiency, evidenced by its 28-watt TDP, while the Intel part's higher 65-watt TDP allows for more aggressive clock speeds. The AMD chip belongs to a generation that explicitly mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, suggesting a hybrid design, whereas the Intel part's generation is simply listed as Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) with no hybrid core information provided.