AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G vs Intel Core 5 221E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G and the Intel Core 5 221E. The Intel part has a full suite of recorded Cinebench and PassMark scores, while the AMD processor has no benchmark entries in the database at the time of analysis. This means all comparisons must rely on the architectural specifications and the Intel processor's absolute performance numbers.

The Intel Core 5 221E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25933, which places it in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its single-core score in the same test is 3661. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 10891 and the single-core result is 1537. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 2613 and a single-core score of 368.

PassMark results for the Intel part show a multi-thread score of 30510 and a single-thread score of 4147. The data compression test records 324285, while data encryption reaches 19205. Extended instructions score 18216, floating point math scores 79028, and integer math scores 117813. The find prime numbers test returns 173, physics scores 2230, and random string sorting scores 37686.

The average benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 221E is 40144, which positions it within 0.2% of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 (40081) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40048). It sits 0.3% above the AMD Ryzen 9 270 (40246) and 0.4% above the Intel Core i9-13905H (40313), meaning these four rivals are effectively clustered within a single percentage point of each other.

Because the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has no recorded benchmark scores, the head-to-head section must be interpreted as a specification-level comparison rather than a measured performance contest. The Intel processor's 14 cores and 20 threads versus the AMD's 6 cores and 12 threads suggests a substantial multi-threaded advantage for Intel, though the AMD's higher per-core clock potential (4.80 GHz boost versus 5.20 GHz boost for Intel) narrows the single-thread gap on paper.

Where Each One Wins

Based solely on the recorded data, the Intel Core 5 221E wins in every measurable category because it has benchmark scores and the AMD does not. The Intel part's 24 MB of shared L3 cache, 2 MB L2 per core, and 14 physical cores give it a structural edge in workloads that scale with core count and cache capacity. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25933 versus its single-core score of 3661 indicates strong parallel scaling, a pattern reinforced by the PassMark multi-thread score of 30510 versus 4147 single-thread.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G, with 6 cores and 12 threads, is positioned for workloads that favor fewer, higher-clocked cores. Its 4.80 GHz boost clock is lower than Intel's 5.20 GHz, but the AMD uses a 4 nm TSMC process compared to Intel's 10 nm node. The AMD's 8 MB L3 cache and 1 MB L2 per core are smaller than Intel's 24 MB shared L3 and 2 MB per-core L2, which typically matters in cache-sensitive applications like compression, encryption, and database workloads.

The AMD supports DDR5 memory only, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both have dual-channel memory buses with identical memory bandwidth figures of 89.6 GB/s. Both processors support ECC memory, which is relevant for reliability-focused builds. The AMD uses a 65 W TDP, the same as the Intel part, so power envelopes are comparable despite the core count difference.

The AMD's integrated graphics is the Radeon 840M, while the Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Without benchmark data for either iGPU, no quantitative comparison can be made. The AMD's PCIe implementation is Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), whereas the Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving Intel a clear expansion bandwidth advantage for storage and accelerator cards.

The Verdict

The database contains no measured performance data for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G, which means a definitive verdict based on benchmark results is impossible. The Intel Core 5 221E has a complete benchmark profile and an average score of 40144, placing it in the 87th percentile. Its nearest rivals, all within 0.4% in average score, are the AMD Ryzen 7 7700, AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, AMD Ryzen 9 270, and Intel Core i9-13905H. This cluster indicates the Intel part performs at a level consistent with those established processors.

For a user who needs a processor with a verified performance record, the Intel Core 5 221E is the only option with data in the database. Its 14 cores, 20 threads, and 24 MB L3 cache make it suitable for multi-threaded rendering, compilation, and data processing tasks, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 25933. Its single-core score of 3661 in the same test also indicates solid responsiveness for lighter workloads.

The AMD part's lack of benchmarks means any choice between these two would be based on platform preferences rather than measured outcomes. The AMD uses Socket AM5, while the Intel uses Socket 1700, and both are currently active production parts. The Intel's release date is earlier (January 2025 versus March 2026 for AMD), and the Intel has a launch MSRP of $232. The AMD has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Choosing the Intel Core 5 221E is defensible strictly from the data because it has a measurable performance profile. Choosing the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G would require extrapolation from its architecture, which the database does not support with numbers. The verdict from the recorded data is that the Intel processor is the only one with demonstrated performance, and its 87th percentile ranking confirms it competes with recent mid-range and upper-mid-range desktop processors.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The database contains no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G. Its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, and its percentile ranking is 50.

Q: What is the Intel Core 5 221E's best single-core score?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E scores 4147 in the PassMark single-thread test and 3661 in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its Cinebench R20 single-core score is 1537, and Cinebench R15 single-core is 368.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 221E compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E has an average benchmark score of 40144. It is 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 (40081), 0.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 (40048), 0.3% behind the AMD Ryzen 9 270 (40246), and 0.4% behind the Intel Core i9-13905H (40313).

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 5 221E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E has 14 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part also has a larger L3 cache at 24 MB shared, versus 8 MB for the AMD.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 5 221E?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core 5 221E is $232. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G is built on a 4 nm TSMC process using the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation with Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 5 221E uses a 10 nm Intel process, carries the Bartlett Lake codename, and belongs to the Core 5 generation. The die sizes differ substantially: 195 mm² for the AMD, 257 mm² for the Intel.

Core and thread counts show a major divergence. The AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel provides 14 cores and 20 threads. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: 1 MB per core for the AMD, 2 MB per core for the Intel. The L3 cache is 8 MB for the AMD and 24 MB shared for the Intel.

Clock speeds favor Intel in both base and boost. The AMD has a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 4.80 GHz boost clock. The Intel has a 2.70 GHz base clock and a 5.20 GHz boost clock. Both processors have a TDP of 65 W and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Memory support differs by generation. The AMD supports DDR5 exclusively, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus and share the same memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ significantly. The AMD offers PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Intel platform a clear advantage for high-bandwidth peripherals such as NVMe storage and discrete GPUs.

Integrated graphics differ: the AMD uses a Radeon 840M, and the Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. No benchmark data exists for either iGPU in the database.

Sockets are incompatible: the AMD uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD's release date is March 2026, while the Intel's is January 2025. The Intel has a recorded part number of SRQDVQ659 and a launch MSRP of $232. The AMD's part number is 100-000001915 with no launch MSRP recorded. Both processors are listed as active production parts in the desktop market segment.