AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains complete benchmark results for the Intel Processor N150, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has no benchmark entries logged. This asymmetry means a direct score-to-score comparison cannot be constructed from the available data. However, the Intel Processor N150’s performance profile can be positioned against its nearest rivals, and the architectural specifications of the AMD part can be analyzed to infer where it would likely dominate.

The Intel Processor N150 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 2590.5 and a single-core score of 935. In Cinebench R15, it records 422.5 multi-core and 153.15 single-core. Its average benchmark score across all logged tests is 1025, placing it at the 28th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The nearest rival data shows tight clustering: the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T scores 1024, a 0.1% delta; the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U also scores 1024, a 0.1% delta; the Intel Core i3-4340 scores 1026, a -0.1% delta; and the Intel Core i7-5650U scores 1027, a -0.2% delta. This indicates the N150 performs essentially at parity with these older quad-core and six-core parts, with no single rival more than 0.2% ahead or behind in average score.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G, by contrast, carries a 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, compared to the N150’s 4 cores, 4 threads, and 3.60 GHz boost. The AMD part also uses a 4 nm process node versus the N150’s 10 nm node, and it supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the N150 is single-channel with 38.4 GB/s. These specifications strongly suggest that if benchmark data were available, the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G would deliver substantially higher multi-threaded throughput, likely more than doubling the N150’s Cinebench R23 multi-core result given the core count, thread count, clock advantage, and memory bandwidth advantage. Single-core performance would also favor the AMD part due to the 4.80 GHz boost ceiling and newer Zen 5 architecture.

Because the head-to-head benchmark array is empty, the database cannot confirm exact delta percentages between these two processors. The N150’s percentile ranking of 28 places it below the median CPU, while the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G sits at the 50th percentile, a further indicator of the performance gap. The N150’s average score of 1025 is its only quantitative performance anchor, and it stands as the sole measured data point in this comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in architecture generation, process technology, core topology, and memory subsystem design. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, built on the Zen 5 / Zen 5c microarchitecture, with the codename Gorgon Point. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, classified within the Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) generation, on a 10 nm node from Intel’s own foundry.

The core configurations differ markedly. The AMD part has 6 physical cores and 12 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading support. The Intel part has 4 cores and 4 threads, with no hyper-threading. Cache hierarchies also diverge: the AMD chip uses 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip uses 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. This means the AMD part allocates more total cache across its cores, though the per-core L1 is smaller, and the AMD L3 is 2 MB larger than Intel’s.

Memory support is a major differentiator. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, achieving 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth, and it supports ECC memory. The Intel processor supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, but only over a single-channel bus, yielding 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth, and it does not support ECC. The AMD memory bandwidth is more than double the Intel figure, which directly impacts multi-core workloads that are memory-bound.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). The newer PCIe generation and higher lane count on the AMD side enable faster peripheral and GPU communication. Integrated graphics differ as well: the AMD part uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730.

Socket and packaging are entirely different. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5, a desktop socket, and has a die size of 195 mm². The Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1264, a mobile ball-grid array package, and has no listed die size. The AMD part is classified as a desktop market segment, while the Intel part is classified as mobile. The AMD processor’s TDP is 65 watts, while the Intel processor’s TDP is 6 watts, a 59-watt gap that reflects the AMD part’s higher performance envelope and the Intel part’s efficiency-focused design.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the Intel Processor N150 boosts to 3.60 GHz.

Q: How does memory bandwidth compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Processor N150 supports single-channel DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5 with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does the Intel Processor N150 support ECC memory?

A: No, the Intel Processor N150 does not support ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Processor N150?

A: The Intel Processor N150 has an average benchmark score of 1025, placing it at the 28th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 watts.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G | Intel Processor N150 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 6 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Twin Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (shared) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe Version | Gen 4 | Gen 3 |

| PCIe Lanes (CPU only) | 12 | 9 |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Part Number | 100-000001915 | SRPNR |

| Release Date | 2026-03-01 | 2024-11-19 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 28 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Processor N150 wins in power efficiency and mobility. Its 6-watt TDP is dramatically lower than the AMD part’s 65-watt TDP, making it suitable for fanless or passively cooled systems, small-form-factor devices, and battery-powered laptops. Its mobile market segment classification and BGA 1264 socket reflect a design intended for compact, low-power applications. The N150 also supports a wider range of memory types, including DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, which gives system designers flexibility in low-cost or legacy platforms. Its 0.10 GHz base clock, while unusual, allows the chip to idle at very low power, and its 10 nm node, while older, is paired with a modest core count that keeps thermal output minimal.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G wins in raw compute capability. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 4.80 GHz boost clock positions it far above the N150 in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The dual-channel memory interface with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth provides more than double the memory throughput of the N150, which is critical for tasks that stream large datasets, such as compilation, video encoding, or scientific computing. The Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture on a 4 nm TSMC node represents a newer, denser design that improves instructions per clock and power efficiency at higher performance levels. The 8 MB L3 cache, 12 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, and ECC memory support further tilt the balance toward the AMD part for workstation-class or server-adjacent desktop use. Its desktop market segment and AMD Socket AM5 form factor indicate it is intended for replaceable, user-upgradable systems rather than sealed mobile devices.

The benchmark data confirms the N150’s position as a low-end performer: its 28th percentile ranking and average score of 1025 place it alongside processors from the early 2010s, such as the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and Intel Core i3-4340, both within 0.1% to 0.2% of its average score. The Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440G, at the 50th percentile, sits at the median of all CPUs in the database, a position that reflects a mid-range desktop part capable of handling modern multi-threaded workloads without bottlenecking. While the database lacks direct benchmark scores for the AMD chip, the architectural evidence, including double the cores, triple the threads, a 1.20 GHz higher boost clock, and a 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth advantage, points to decisive wins in every compute-heavy category. The N150’s only clear domain of superiority is power draw and thermal envelope, where its 6-watt TDP allows deployment in systems where the AMD part’s 65-watt requirement would be prohibitive.