AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has a higher average benchmark score of 41,208, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 records 36,938. The AMD part also sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, above Intel's 85th percentile.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 sits within 0.5% of its nearest rivals. It matches the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F at 36,945, trails the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37,018) by 0.2%, and trails the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37,093) by 0.4% and the Intel Core i9-12900T (37,112) by 0.5%.

Q: What is the closest rival to the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440?

A: The closest rival is the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H with an average score of 41,215, showing a 0% delta. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H (41,263) is 0.1% behind, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X (41,376) is 0.4% behind, and the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H (40,967) is 0.6% ahead of the AMD part.

Q: In how many head-to-head benchmark tests does each processor win?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 wins 10 of the 11 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 wins only one test, the PassMark integer math workload.

Q: What are the single-thread scores for each processor?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 scores 4,412 in single-thread tests, which is 14.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440's 3,785.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 does not.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core Ultra 5 225 represent fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. Intel's part uses the Arrow Lake architecture under the Arrow Lake-S codename, belonging to the Core Ultra Series 2 generation. Both are manufactured by TSMC, but on different nodes: AMD uses a 4 nm process while Intel uses a 3 nm process.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip has 10 cores and 10 threads. This means AMD relies on simultaneous multithreading to reach 12 threads, whereas Intel's 10 cores run one thread each. The core configuration has direct consequences for threaded workloads, as the Intel part's higher physical core count gives it an advantage in parallel tasks, though AMD's threading approach helps it maintain efficiency in lighter loads.

Cache hierarchies are also distinct. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with a total of 8 MB of L3 cache. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 3 MB of L2 per core, with a much larger 20 MB shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches and shared L3 on the Intel part provide more on-die storage for frequently accessed data. The die sizes reflect these differences: AMD measures 195 mm², while Intel measures 243 mm² and packs 17,800 million transistors.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X across a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports only DDR5 on a dual-channel bus but reaches 102.4 GB/s. The Intel part also uses PCIe Gen 5 with 20 CPU lanes, while AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. Both integrated graphics differ: AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses the Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 16 execution units.

The market segments and sockets separate these parts further. AMD targets mobile with the AMD Socket FP8, while Intel targets desktop with Intel Socket 1851. The AMD chip has a 28 W TDP, while the Intel chip has a 65 W TDP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $246. The release dates also differ: Intel's part launched in January 2025, while AMD's part launched in January 2026.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows a dominant performance profile for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 across nearly every workload category. The largest gap appears in the prime number search test, where Intel scores 358 against AMD's 77, a 78.5% advantage. This workload is highly sensitive to core count and per-core efficiency, and Intel's 10 physical cores provide a decisive edge.

Floating-point math shows a similar pattern. Intel scores 92,038 versus AMD's 42,934, a 53.4% lead. This is the second-largest margin in the dataset and indicates that the Intel part handles sustained math throughput substantially better. The physics test also favors Intel heavily: 2,342 versus 1,119, a 52.2% difference. Physics simulations often scale with multicore throughput, so Intel's advantage here aligns with its higher core count.

Data encryption favors Intel by 44.3%, with scores of 22,285 versus 12,418. Extended instructions show a 32.1% Intel lead (27,162 versus 18,456). Random string sorting goes to Intel by 25.5% (36,590 versus 27,252). The multithread test, which is a broad measure of parallel performance, gives Intel a 30.9% lead at 30,459 versus 21,054. Data compression shows Intel ahead by 15.3% at 302,811 versus 256,420.

Single-thread performance, often a strong indicator of everyday responsiveness, favors Intel by 14.2%. The Intel part scores 4,412 in both single-thread and singlethread tests, while AMD scores 3,785 in both. This gap is smaller than the multicore deltas but still consistent.

The single AMD win comes in integer math, where the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 scores 65,991 against Intel's 65,345. The margin is just 1%, making it the narrowest result in the entire head-to-head set. This is notable because integer math is a common proxy for general-purpose compute, and it shows that AMD's Zen 5 architecture can match or slightly exceed Intel's Arrow Lake in this specific workload despite losing elsewhere.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. Core count: AMD has 6 cores, Intel has 10. Thread count: AMD has 12 threads, Intel has 10. Base clock: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 3.30 GHz. Boost clock: AMD reaches 4.80 GHz, Intel reaches 4.90 GHz. TDP: AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 65 W. Socket: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel Socket 1851. Process node: AMD uses 4 nm, Intel uses 3 nm. Die size: AMD measures 195 mm², Intel measures 243 mm². Transistor count is only recorded for Intel at 17,800 million.

Cache specifications diverge completely. AMD's L1 is 80 KB per core, Intel's is 192 KB per core. AMD's L2 is 1 MB per core, Intel's is 3 MB per core. AMD's L3 is 8 MB, Intel's is 20 MB shared. Memory support: AMD accepts DDR5 and LPDDR5X, Intel accepts DDR5 only. Memory bandwidth: AMD records 89.6 GB/s, Intel records 102.4 GB/s. ECC memory: AMD supports it, Intel does not. PCIe: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 20 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU. Market segment: AMD is mobile, Intel is desktop. Release date: AMD is 2026-01-04, Intel is 2025-01-06. Launch MSRP is recorded only for Intel at $246.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 wins in the vast majority of measured workloads. Its 10 physical cores and 20 MB of shared L3 cache drive substantial leads in parallel tasks: multithread performance is 30.9% ahead, floating-point math is 53.4% ahead, and physics is 52.2% ahead. The larger L3 cache and higher memory bandwidth (102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s) likely contribute to its wins in data compression, random string sorting, and data encryption. The Intel part also holds a 14.2% single-thread advantage, which makes it the stronger choice for tasks that depend on per-core responsiveness. Its desktop segment, 65 W TDP, and PCIe Gen 5 support position it for desktop builds where power budget is less constrained and expansion bandwidth matters.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 wins only the integer math test, by a 1% margin. This is a narrow but real victory, and it suggests that Zen 5's execution efficiency in integer operations can match or slightly exceed Intel's Arrow Lake architecture. Beyond that, AMD's advantages are not measured in benchmark wins but in platform characteristics. It supports ECC memory, which Intel does not. It uses a 28 W TDP, making it far more power-efficient on paper for mobile deployments. It supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, giving system designers flexibility in memory choice. Its mobile segment and 4 nm process align it with laptops and compact systems where thermal and power envelopes are tighter.

The data does not show a balanced contest. Intel wins 10 of 11 head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 14.2% to 78.5%. AMD's one win is marginal at 1%. For workloads that benefit from high core counts, large shared caches, and high memory bandwidth, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is clearly favored by the recorded measurements. For integer-heavy workloads, ECC memory requirements, or power-sensitive mobile designs, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 offers specific advantages that the benchmark scores alone do not capture. The two parts occupy different market segments, and the benchmark results reflect that positioning: Intel's desktop-oriented design prioritizes raw throughput, while AMD's mobile-oriented design prioritizes efficiency and platform flexibility.