AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 7 253PE wins all 11 recorded benchmark comparisons against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440. The most significant gap appears in floating-point math, where the Intel part scores 80870 against AMD's 42934, a 46.9% deficit for the Ryzen. Integer math follows a similar pattern, with Intel at 114158 and AMD at 65991, a 42.2% difference.

Prime number finding is another decisive Intel victory, 138 versus 77, which translates to a 44.2% lead. Physics calculations also favor Intel heavily: 1845 versus 1119, a 39.3% margin. Data encryption shows Intel at 18385 against AMD's 12418, a 32.5% gap, while data compression favors Intel 339133 to 256420, a 24.4% difference.

Multithreaded performance is strongly Intel-sided, with the Core 7 253PE posting 29271 against the Ryzen's 21054, a 28.1% advantage. Extended instruction workloads see Intel ahead by 15.4%, scoring 21806 versus 18456. Random string sorting is closer but still Intel-favored: 32777 versus 27252, a 16.9% edge.

The narrowest margin is in single-thread performance. The Intel part scores 3955 in both PassMark single-thread tests, while the AMD chip scores 3785, leaving Intel just 4.3% ahead. This shows that for lightly threaded tasks, the two processors are far more comparable than the multi-core results suggest.

The average benchmark scores in the database place the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 at 41208 and the Intel Core 7 253PE at 40557. This is interesting: despite losing every head-to-head test, the AMD chip has a higher average score across its broader benchmark suite. The nearest rivals for AMD include the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H at 41215 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X at 41376 (-0.4% delta). For Intel, the nearest rival is the Intel Core 5 223PE at 40585 (-0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H at 40431 (0.3% delta). Both processors sit at the 87th percentile versus all CPUs in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every directly compared workload in the database. It is the clear choice for compute-heavy tasks: floating-point math, integer math, physics simulation, prime number generation, and data encryption all show substantial Intel advantages. The 20 threads and 10 cores of the Intel part give it a structural edge in parallel workloads, which shows up in the multithread score (29271 versus 21054) and in data compression (339133 versus 256420).

However, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has its own territory. Its average benchmark score of 41208 is higher than Intel's 40557, meaning that outside the specific head-to-head tests, the Ryzen holds up well against a broad field of CPUs. The single-thread gap is small (4.3%), so in everyday responsiveness, web browsing, and lightly threaded applications, the two chips should feel similar. The Ryzen also has a much lower thermal design point at 28 watts versus Intel's 65 watts, which points to efficiency advantages in thin-and-light mobile systems.

The AMD chip is built on a 4 nm TSMC process, while Intel uses a 10 nm Intel process. The Ryzen uses Zen 5 architecture with a Gorgon Point codename, and it supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. Intel's Bartlett Lake architecture supports DDR4 and DDR5, giving it memory flexibility that AMD lacks. The Ryzen has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while Intel offers 33 MB of shared L3 cache. This larger cache likely contributes to Intel's strong showing in repetitive and data-heavy workloads.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion: if the workload is purely about raw performance, the Intel Core 7 253PE is the stronger processor. It wins every single head-to-head test, with particularly large margins in math-heavy and parallel tasks. The 28.1% multithread advantage and 46.9% floating-point advantage are decisive for rendering, simulation, and number-crunching use cases. The Intel part also has a higher boost clock (5.50 GHz versus 4.80 GHz) and more cores (10 versus 6), which explains much of its multi-core dominance.

But the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is not without merit. Its higher average benchmark score (41208 versus 40557) suggests it performs better across a wider variety of tests than the ones in the direct comparison. For users prioritizing energy efficiency, the 28-watt TDP is a major draw versus Intel's 65 watts. The Ryzen also supports LPDDR5X memory, which is common in modern ultraportable laptops. The 4 nm process node indicates a more modern manufacturing approach, which often correlates with better power efficiency.

The AMD chip is a mobile processor (AMD Socket FP8), while the Intel part is a desktop processor (Intel Socket 1700). This distinction matters: the Ryzen is designed for battery-powered systems, while the Intel chip is aimed at desktop towers with more thermal headroom. The fact that Intel wins despite a higher TDP is not surprising; the Intel part is simply allowed to draw more power and sustain higher clocks.

For a desktop builder who prioritizes multi-threaded compute, the Intel Core 7 253PE is the obvious pick from this data. For a mobile user who wants a capable processor without high power draw, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 holds its own, particularly in single-thread performance where it trails by only 4.3%.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multithread benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 29271 in PassMark multithread, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 21054. Intel leads by 28.1%.

Q: Is the AMD chip competitive in single-thread performance?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 3785 in single-thread tests, while the Intel Core 7 253PE scores 3955. The Intel lead is only 4.3%.

Q: How do the two compare in floating-point math?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 80870 in floating-point math, versus 42934 for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440. This is a 46.9% advantage for Intel.

Q: What are the core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 8 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and the Intel Core 7 253PE support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation. It uses a 4 nm process from TSMC and measures 195 mm² in die size. The chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Cache is organized as 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. It supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The integrated graphics is Radeon 840M. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 7 generation. It is manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. The chip has 10 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. Cache is organized as 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The integrated graphics is UHD Graphics 730. PCIe support is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The process node difference is notable: AMD uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while Intel uses a 10 nm process. This gives AMD a manufacturing advantage, though Intel compensates with higher clocks and more cores. The L2 cache per core is double on Intel (2 MB versus 1 MB), and the L3 cache is over four times larger (33 MB versus 8 MB). Both chips have the same L1 cache per core (80 KB).

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz and 2.50 GHz respectively, with boost clocks of 4.80 GHz and 5.50 GHz. Thermal design power is 28 watts for AMD and 65 watts for Intel.

The socket types differ completely: AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD chip is a mobile processor, while the Intel chip is a desktop processor. Process nodes are 4 nm (TSMC) for AMD and 10 nm (Intel) for Intel. The AMD die size is 195 mm²; the Intel die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache configurations differ: L2 is 1 MB per core on AMD versus 2 MB per core on Intel. L3 is 8 MB on AMD versus 33 MB shared on Intel. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but AMD adds LPDDR5X while Intel adds DDR4 support. Both use dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

PCIe support differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon 840M on AMD and UHD Graphics 730 on Intel. Both support ECC memory. The AMD part number is 100-000001866; the Intel part number is SA4QE. Intel has a launch MSRP of $384; AMD has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates are January 2026 for AMD and March 2026 for Intel, with both listed as Active in production.