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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance gap between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and the Intel Processor N150, though the available benchmark results only include direct scores for the Intel side. The Intel Processor N150 produces a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 2590.5 points and a single-core score of 935 points. In Cinebench R15, it records 422.5 points multicore and 153.15 points single-core. These results place the N150 at the 28th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 1025.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no recorded benchmark entries in the database, so direct numerical comparison is not possible from the provided data. However, the architectural specifications indicate a substantially higher capability ceiling. The Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE operates with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the N150 uses 4 cores and 4 threads. The AMD processor reaches a boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus the N150's 3.60 GHz. These differences alone suggest the AMD part would outperform the Intel chip in threaded workloads, but the database does not contain the measured scores to quantify the margin.

For the Intel N150, the nearest rivals in the database offer context for its performance tier. The AMD Phenom II X6 1075T scores 1024, which is 0.1% below the N150's average. The Intel Core i3-4340 scores 1026, which is 0.1% above. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U also scores 1024, and the Intel Core i7-5650U scores 1027, sitting 0.2% above. These deltas are negligible, meaning the N150 performs essentially on par with those older desktop and mobile processors in aggregate scoring.

The lack of benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE means the head-to-head section cannot present exact score differences. What the data does confirm is that the Intel N150 is a low-power entry point, while the AMD part is built for a different class of work. The N150's average score of 1025 places it near processors from roughly a decade earlier, whereas the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE's specifications align with modern desktop expectations.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, belonging to the Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) generation. These are not incremental revisions; they are separate lineages with distinct goals.

The manufacturing process separates them clearly. AMD fabricates the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 195 mm². Intel fabricates the N150 on a 10 nm process at its own foundry. The smaller process node gives AMD a density advantage, which helps explain the higher core count and thread count in a similar power envelope context.

Cache configuration differs in structure and size. The AMD part allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part provides 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD processor's per-core L2 allocation scales with its 6 cores, yielding 6 MB of total L2, while Intel's shared 2 MB L2 is smaller across 4 cores. The AMD L3 cache of 8 MB exceeds Intel's 6 MB shared L3.

Memory support shows a major divergence. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, delivering 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, but only over a single-channel bus, capping memory bandwidth at 38.4 GB/s. This is a 51.2 GB/s difference in theoretical bandwidth, which directly impacts memory-sensitive workloads.

The AMD processor supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes. The integrated graphics are named differently, with AMD using Radeon 840M and Intel using UHD Graphics 730, though no benchmark scores exist for either iGPU in the database.

Power and socket placement reinforce their different roles. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a TDP of 35 and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel N150 has a TDP of 6 and uses Intel BGA 1264. The AMD chip is a desktop part with a socketed design, while the Intel chip is a mobile part soldered to the board. The AMD processor's release date is recorded as March 1, 2026, while the Intel N150 launched on November 19, 2024.

The Verdict

The database indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and Intel Processor N150 serve entirely different segments, and the choice depends on which workload profile matters more. For raw compute capability, the AMD part holds every structural advantage: more cores, more threads, higher boost clock, larger L3 cache, dual-channel memory with more than double the bandwidth, and a modern 4 nm process. The Intel N150 counters with a dramatically lower TDP of 6 watts, making it suited for power-constrained environments, but its benchmark scores place it near the 28th percentile of all CPUs, roughly on par with processors like the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and Intel Core i3-4340.

For users who need sustained multi-threaded performance, desktop expandability, or ECC memory support, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE is the only viable option of the two. For fanless or battery-powered designs where energy consumption is the primary constraint, the Intel N150's 6 W TDP is the clear advantage, but the recorded scores show it delivers only modest compute output.

The data does not include a direct benchmark comparison, so there is no measured win count for either side. What exists is the Intel N150's full benchmark profile and the AMD part's specification sheet. The specifications point to the AMD processor being in a higher performance class, but the absence of AMD benchmark scores means the database cannot confirm the exact magnitude of that advantage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE | 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 | 35 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 recorded |

| 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 support | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 lanes | Gen 3, 9 lanes |

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

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

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

| Part number | 100-000001922 | SRPNR |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

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

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD processor supports dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel processor supports single-channel memory with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor N150 does not.

Q: What are the Intel N150's Cinebench R23 scores?

A: The Intel N150 records 2590.5 points in Cinebench R23 multicore and 935 points in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Q: How does the Intel N150 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The N150's average benchmark score is 1025. It sits 0.1% above the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U, and 0.1% below the Intel Core i3-4340. The Intel Core i7-5650U scores 0.2% higher.

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Processor N150 uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE wins in every compute-heavy scenario based on the recorded specifications. Its 6 cores and 12 threads provide double the thread count of the Intel N150. The 4.80 GHz boost clock exceeds the N150's 3.60 GHz by a significant margin. The 8 MB L3 cache and dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth give it a clear advantage in workloads that scale with memory throughput, such as compilation, rendering, or data processing. The ECC memory support makes it suitable for systems where data integrity matters. The desktop socket (AM5) allows for system upgrades and maintenance, which the soldered BGA 1264 package of the Intel part does not permit.

The Intel Processor N150 wins in power-sensitive deployments. Its 6 W TDP is 29 W lower than the AMD part's 35 W TDP, making it the obvious choice for fanless designs, small embedded systems, or portable devices where battery life and thermal output are the limiting factors. The support for DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 memory gives system designers flexibility in memory selection, even though the single-channel bus limits bandwidth. The compact BGA package and mobile market segment designation indicate it is intended for integrated, low-power boards rather than user-serviceable desktop builds.

For mixed workloads, the choice is less balanced. The AMD processor's higher base clock of 2.00 GHz versus the N150's 0.10 GHz base clock means the AMD part delivers more consistent performance even before boost behavior is considered. The Intel N150's benchmark results, clustering around the 28th percentile of all CPUs, confirm that it is not designed for demanding applications. The Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE, with no recorded benchmarks, cannot be placed on the same percentile scale, but its specifications place it in a different performance tier entirely.