AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and the Intel Core 5 330?

A: Both processors feature 6 cores. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 330 supports 6 threads, giving the AMD part a 2:1 thread advantage.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core 5 330 operates at a 1.50 GHz base and a 4.60 GHz boost, meaning the AMD chip holds a 0.50 GHz base advantage and a 0.20 GHz boost advantage.

Q: Which processor offers more cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 330 provides 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth differential?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 330 supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s.

Q: What is the Intel Core 5 330's launch MSRP?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 has a launch MSRP of $309.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 330 rank among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 18,345, placing it 0.1% ahead of the Intel Core i3-14100 and 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core 3 305.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE, codenamed Gorgon Point, belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation built on the Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 5 330, codenamed Wildcat Lake, belongs to the Core 5 generation and uses a 3 nm process at Intel. This process node difference gives Intel a smaller transistor geometry, though the database does not list a die size for the Intel part.

The AMD processor uses the AMD Socket AM5 platform, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516. This separates the two into distinct platform categories: the AMD chip targets desktop systems, while the Intel chip is classified for mobile use. The AMD part carries the part number 100-000001922, whereas the Intel part carries SAE3G.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD design allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of L3. The Intel design specifies 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD chip uses per-core L3, while Intel's L3 is explicitly shared. ECC memory support exists on the AMD side but is absent on the Intel side.

Memory controllers diverge as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 330 supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s. PCIe lane counts also differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ, with the AMD part using Radeon 840M and the Intel part using Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Thermal design power separates the two clearly. The AMD processor is rated at 35 W, while the Intel processor is rated at 15 W. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part was released on 2026-03-01, while the Intel part was released on 2026-04-15.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core 5 330 but no direct head-to-head entries against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE. The available Intel scores establish a reference point for its performance profile across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core 5 330 scores 1,325 in multi-core and 186 in single-core. Moving to Cinebench R20, it scores 5,523 in multi-core and 779 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score reaches 13,150, while the single-core score reaches 1,856. These Cinebench figures show a consistent scaling pattern from R15 through R23, with multi-core performance growing at a faster rate than single-core.

PassMark results for the Intel part cover seven workloads. The data compression score is 145,287. Data encryption scores 11,076. Extended instructions score 12,808. Finding prime numbers scores 114. Floating point math scores 43,885. Integer math scores 33,258. Multithread score is 15,471. Physics scores 1,201. Random string sorting scores 17,771. Single thread scores 4,088.

The average benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 330 is 18,345. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i3-14100 with an average score of 18,318 (0.1% behind), the Intel Core 7 360 with 18,374 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core i3-13100 with 18,380 (0.2% ahead), and the Intel Core 3 305 with 18,302 (0.2% behind). These delta percentages indicate that the Intel Core 5 330 sits in a tightly packed cluster where the four nearest competitors are all within 0.2% of its average score.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so its measured performance cannot be compared numerically. The database lists its percentile versus all CPUs at 50, while the Intel Core 5 330 sits at the 72nd percentile. This percentile difference suggests the Intel part outperforms the AMD part relative to the broader CPU population, though the AMD part has an average benchmark score of 0 in the current dataset.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 6 |

| Threads | 12 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

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

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-03-01 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $309 |

| Part Number | 100-000001922 | SAE3G |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE holds structural advantages in several areas based on its listed specifications. Its 12 threads versus 6 threads gives it a clear edge in workloads that scale with thread count. The base clock of 2.00 GHz is 0.50 GHz higher than the Intel part's 1.50 GHz, and the boost clock of 4.80 GHz is 0.20 GHz higher than the Intel part's 4.60 GHz. The dual-channel memory controller with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth is 29.9 GB/s higher than the Intel part's single-channel 59.7 GB/s, which benefits memory-intensive applications. ECC memory support on the AMD side provides data integrity for error-sensitive workloads. The 8 MB of L3 cache exceeds the Intel part's 6 MB. The AMD part also offers twice the PCIe lanes at 12 versus 6, which expands I/O options. Its 35 W TDP, while higher than the Intel part's 15 W, reflects a desktop-oriented power envelope.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins on measured performance according to the database. Its 72nd percentile ranking versus all CPUs compares favorably to the AMD part's 50th percentile. The average benchmark score of 18,345 for the Intel part stands against a 0 score for the AMD part in the current dataset. The Intel part also uses a smaller 3 nm process node versus 4 nm, which typically indicates higher transistor density, and its 192 KB of L1 cache exceeds the AMD part's per-core allocation. The 15 W TDP makes it suited for power-constrained mobile environments, and its support for LPDDR5X memory adds flexibility for low-power platforms. The Intel part's single-channel memory bus, while lower in bandwidth, aligns with its mobile positioning.

The Verdict

The recorded data separates these two processors by platform intent and measured results. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE is a desktop part with a 35 W TDP, dual-channel memory, ECC support, 12 threads, and higher clock speeds. The Intel Core 5 330 is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP, single-channel memory, 6 threads, and the only benchmark scores in the database.

For users prioritizing measured performance, the Intel Core 5 330 is the only option with recorded scores. Its 18,345 average benchmark score places it in the 72nd percentile, and its nearest rivals, the Intel Core i3-14100, Intel Core 7 360, Intel Core i3-13100, and Intel Core 3 305, are all within 0.2% of its score. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no benchmark scores in the current dataset, so its measured performance remains unquantified.

For users prioritizing thread capacity, memory bandwidth, ECC support, and I/O expansion, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE offers the stronger specification sheet. The 12 threads, 89.6 GB/s dual-channel memory, ECC capability, and 12 PCIe lanes give it structural advantages for multi-threaded and data-sensitive workloads. The higher TDP of 35 W versus 15 W indicates a larger power budget, which aligns with its desktop segment classification.

The choice depends on whether measured scores or specification advantages carry more weight. The Intel part delivers verified performance numbers and ranks above the AMD part in the overall CPU percentile distribution. The AMD part presents a broader feature set on paper but lacks recorded benchmark evidence in the database. The Intel Core 5 330 also carries a launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP. Both processors remain active in production status, with release dates in early 2026.