AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core 9 273PTE target different corners of the hardware spectrum, and the benchmark data reflects that split clearly. The AMD part is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor built on a 4 nm TSMC process with a 28 W TDP, while the Intel part is a 12-core, 24-thread desktop processor on Intel's 10 nm node with a 45 W TDP. The Intel chip wins 8 of the 11 head-to-head tests, but the AMD chip takes the single-thread crown and shows strength in extended instruction workloads. The database places the AMD chip at the 87th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel chip sits at the 82nd percentile, a gap driven largely by the AMD part's higher average benchmark score relative to its peers. This is not a straightforward one-sided comparison, as each processor claims specific workloads where it is clearly the better choice.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 establishes its advantage in single-threaded performance and instruction-heavy tasks. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3785 beats the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 3433 by 10.3%, which matters for applications that rely on low-latency responses and rapid per-core execution. The AMD chip also wins the extended instructions test with a score of 18456 versus 15952, a 15.7% lead that indicates stronger SIMD and specialized instruction handling. For users running lightly threaded workloads, legacy single-core applications, or code that benefits from advanced instruction sets, the AMD part is the faster option.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE dominates the multi-threaded and computational throughput categories. It wins the PassMark multithread test with 24054 against 21054, a 12.5% margin, and it extends that lead in physics calculations with 1917 versus 1119, a 41.6% advantage. The Intel chip also wins integer math (82411 vs 65991, 19.9% ahead), floating-point math (60673 vs 42934, 29.2% ahead), and prime number finding (142 vs 77, 45.8% ahead). Data compression and encryption also favor Intel: 258704 versus 256420 in compression (a 0.9% edge) and 14253 versus 12418 in encryption (a 12.9% edge). The only other AMD win is in the single-thread test, which is duplicated in the database as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, both showing the same 3785 score and 10.3% delta.

The use-case split is clear: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is built for responsive single-core work and specialized instruction execution, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE is a brute-force multi-threaded workhorse. The Intel chip's 45 W TDP and desktop socket (Intel Socket 1700) align with sustained high-load scenarios, whereas the AMD chip's 28 W TDP and mobile socket (AMD Socket FP8) suggest efficiency-focused deployments where peak single-thread speed matters more than raw core count.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 uses Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename from the Core 9 generation, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The Intel part has no listed architecture name in the database, but its process node and codename place it in a different manufacturing generation.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip doubles that to 12 cores and 24 threads. Cache layouts also diverge: both use 80 KB of L1 per core, but the AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3, while the Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 per core and a much larger 36 MB shared L3. This larger cache pool on the Intel side supports its multi-threaded workloads, particularly in data-heavy tasks like compression and encryption where repeated memory access patterns benefit from bigger caches.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, plus ECC memory support. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel with the same 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. The Intel part adds PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes. The Intel chip's newer PCIe generation offers more bandwidth for expansion devices, though the AMD chip's mobile positioning often pairs with integrated peripherals.

Integrated graphics separate the two as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 uses a Radeon 840M, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. The database does not provide graphics benchmark scores, so a direct comparison of iGPU performance is not possible, but the presence of different GPU architectures indicates different multimedia and display capabilities. The AMD chip's release date is listed as January 2026, while the Intel chip's release date is March 2026, making the Intel part a later entry. The AMD chip is marked as mobile, the Intel chip as desktop, which aligns with their socket types and TDP ratings.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single-thread win goes to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3785 is 10.3% higher than the Intel chip's 3433. This margin is substantial for single-core performance and directly impacts user-facing responsiveness in everyday tasks. The AMD chip also wins extended instructions by 15.7%, a notable edge for workloads that leverage AVX or similar instruction sets, with scores of 18456 versus 15952.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE counters with a series of decisive multi-thread victories. The biggest margin is in prime number finding, where Intel scores 142 against AMD's 77, a 45.8% lead. Physics calculations show a 41.6% gap in Intel's favor (1917 vs 1119). Floating-point math gives Intel a 29.2% edge (60673 vs 42934), and integer math shows Intel ahead by 19.9% (82411 vs 65991). Encryption favors Intel by 12.9% (14253 vs 12418), while multithread overall is 12.5% in Intel's favor (24054 vs 21054). Random string sorting is a closer contest, with Intel winning by 5.9% (28973 vs 27252), and data compression is nearly a tie, with Intel ahead by just 0.9% (258704 vs 256420).

The pattern is consistent: AMD leads in single-thread and extended instructions, Intel leads in every multi-threaded and math-heavy category. The Intel chip's 12 cores and 24 threads provide a structural advantage in parallel workloads, while the AMD chip's higher boost clock (4.80 GHz vs 5.50 GHz, though Intel's is higher) does not translate into single-thread wins due to architectural efficiency. The AMD chip's base clock of 2.00 GHz is higher than Intel's 1.40 GHz, but Intel's boost clock of 5.50 GHz exceeds AMD's 4.80 GHz, yet the AMD part still wins single-thread tests. This indicates that Zen 5's per-core efficiency outperforms Intel's architecture in lightly threaded scenarios despite the lower peak frequency.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, with a PassMark single-thread score of 3785 versus the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 3433, a 10.3% advantage.

Q: How do the two compare in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins the PassMark multithread test with 24054 against 21054, a 12.5% margin, and also leads in physics, integer math, and floating-point math by large margins.

Q: What is the core and thread count difference?

A: The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the AMD configuration.

Q: Which processor supports faster PCIe?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Q: Are both processors compatible with ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and the Intel Core 9 273PTE support ECC memory, and both have dual-channel memory buses with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the release date difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 was released in January 2026, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE was released in March 2026.

The Verdict

The data directs different processors to different users. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, with its 87th percentile standing and single-thread win, suits workloads that prioritize per-core speed and instruction efficiency. Its 10.3% single-thread lead and 15.7% extended instructions advantage make it the choice for applications that cannot parallelize well. The mobile form factor and 28 W TDP reinforce this positioning: it is a processor designed for laptops and compact systems where thermal headroom is limited but responsiveness is required.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE, at the 82nd percentile, is the multi-threaded performer. Its 12 cores and 24 threads deliver wins in 8 of 11 head-to-head tests, with particularly strong showings in physics (41.6% ahead) and prime number finding (45.8% ahead). The 45 W TDP and desktop socket indicate a processor built for sustained high-load operation in a desktop chassis. The 36 MB shared L3 cache and PCIe Gen 5 support further this role, enabling data-heavy and expansion-oriented builds.

For a user whose primary applications are single-threaded or instruction-bound, the AMD chip is the correct pick based on the recorded benchmarks. For a user running multi-threaded rendering, simulation, or data processing, the Intel chip is the data-backed choice. The two processors do not compete for the same socket or market segment, and the benchmark results confirm that each is optimized for its respective domain. The AMD chip's higher percentile ranking reflects its efficiency and single-thread strength, while the Intel chip's raw throughput in math and physics tests makes it the heavy-lifting option. The verdict is not about a single winner but about matching the processor to the workload.