AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a dominant performance profile for the Intel Core 7 251TE across nearly every workload category. Out of 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the Intel part takes 13 victories, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 manages only 2 wins. The scale of Intel's advantage varies widely, from a marginal single-thread edge for AMD to a massive multi-core deficit for the AMD processor.

The most lopsided result appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Intel Core 7 251TE scores 25518 against the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445's 10590, a delta of -58.5% for the AMD chip. This means Intel delivers more than double the multi-threaded rendering performance in that test. The gap is similarly severe in PassMark integer math, where Intel posts 125739 versus AMD's 58332, a -53.6% difference. Floating-point math follows the same pattern: Intel reaches 85607, AMD stops at 39362, resulting in a -54% delta.

Data encryption shows Intel at 22176 versus AMD's 10519, a -52.6% gap. Prime number finding is even more one-sided: Intel scores 140, AMD scores 56, a -60% difference. In physics calculations, Intel records 1938 against AMD's 976, a -49.6% deficit for the AMD part. Random string sorting goes to Intel at 39643 versus 23488, a -40.8% gap.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows Intel leading 2572 to 1723, a -33% difference. PassMark multi-thread shows Intel at 30022 versus 18115, a -39.7% gap. Data compression favors Intel at 334399 versus 215812, a -35.5% difference. Cinebench R23 single-core goes to Intel at 3602 versus 1806, a -49.9% gap. Cinebench R15 single-core also favors Intel, 362 to 254, a -29.8% difference.

The closest race outside of AMD's wins is PassMark extended instructions. Intel scores 16974, AMD scores 15826, a delta of -6.8% for AMD. This is the only benchmark in the head-to-head set where the two processors are within single digits of each other.

The two AMD victories come in identical single-thread tests: PassMark single_thread and PassMark singlethread, both scoring 3591 for AMD and 3568 for Intel. The delta is 0.6% in AMD's favor, a razor-thin margin. This indicates that in a purely single-threaded PassMark workload, the two processors are effectively tied, with the AMD part holding a negligible edge.

The aggregate picture is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 holds a percentile rank of 79 against all CPUs in the database, while the Intel Core 7 251TE sits at the 88th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 41650, compared to 26936 for the AMD part. The Intel Core 7 251TE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H at 41621 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i7-14650HX at 41576 (0.2%), the Intel Core i7-12850HX at 41779 (-0.3%), and the Intel Core i7-14700T at 41914 (-0.6%). The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-1370P at 26900 (0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U at 26849 (0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 7 5700G at 27051 (-0.4%), and the Intel Core i9-9900K at 27097 (-0.6%).

The Verdict

Benchmark results indicate that the Intel Core 7 251TE is the stronger processor for almost all measured workloads. It wins 13 of 15 head-to-head comparisons and holds a significantly higher average benchmark score (41650 versus 26936). The Intel part's percentile rank of 88 places it well above the AMD part's 79. For users prioritizing multi-threaded performance, rendering, encryption, compression, or physics calculations, the data points decisively to the Intel Core 7 251TE.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 claims only the two single-thread PassMark tests, and even those wins are marginal at 0.6%. The AMD part also has a substantially lower TDP (28 watts versus 45 watts), which may matter for systems with strict thermal or power budgets. The AMD processor also integrates a Radeon 840M graphics unit, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded in this dataset.

The database shows the Intel Core 7 251TE with a launch MSRP of $384. No launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445. However, pricing analysis falls outside the scope of this comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC, builds on the Zen 5 architecture, and carries the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses a 10 nm process node from Intel's own foundry, has the codename Bartlett Lake, and belongs to the Core 7 generation. Intel's die size is listed at 215 mm²; no die size is recorded for the AMD part.

Core counts differ dramatically. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has 24 cores and 32 threads. This core disparity explains much of the multi-threaded benchmark gap. The Intel processor's boost clock reaches 5.40 GHz, while the AMD part boosts to 4.60 GHz. Base clocks are 1.40 GHz for Intel and 2.00 GHz for AMD.

Cache layouts also vary. Both parts list 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on AMD and 1.25 MB per core on Intel. The L3 cache shows a larger difference: AMD has 4 MB total, while Intel has 36 MB shared. The Intel part's larger L3 cache likely contributes to its performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support differs. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and both record 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count offer more expansion headroom for compatible devices.

The socket types are incompatible. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD part targets the mobile market segment, while the Intel part is a desktop processor. Release dates also differ: the Intel Core 7 251TE was released in January 2025, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 followed in January 2026.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE wins 13 of 15 head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins only 2, both in PassMark single-thread tests.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE scores 25518 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 scores 10590. This is a -58.5% delta for the AMD part, meaning Intel's score is more than double.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark by a significant margin?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins PassMark single_thread and PassMark singlethread with scores of 3591 in both, versus 3568 for Intel. The delta is 0.6%, which is a very narrow margin.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE boosts to 5.40 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 boosts to 4.60 GHz. The AMD part has a higher base clock at 2.00 GHz versus 1.40 GHz for Intel.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has an average benchmark score of 41650. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has an average benchmark score of 26936. Intel's score is substantially higher.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE wins across all multi-threaded and most single-threaded workloads. Cinebench R15 and R23 multi-core tests both go to Intel, with the R23 result being particularly lopsided. PassMark data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, find prime numbers, floating-point math, integer math, multithread, physics, and random string sorting all favor Intel. The Intel part also wins both Cinebench single-core tests.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 wins only in PassMark single_thread and PassMark singlethread. These are the same test recorded under two names, both scoring 3591. The margin over Intel's 3568 is 0.6%. This is the only area where the AMD processor demonstrates an edge, and it is minimal.

For workloads that resemble PassMark's single-threaded measurement, the AMD part is competitive. For workloads that resemble Cinebench rendering, PassMark math, encryption, compression, sorting, physics, or extended instructions, the Intel part is clearly superior. The Intel processor's 24 cores and 32 threads give it a structural advantage in parallel workloads that the 6-core, 12-thread AMD part cannot offset.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 | Intel Core 7 251TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 215 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

| Part Number | 100-000001935 | SRQAXQ5ZG |

The two processors share identical L1 cache (80 KB per core), memory bus (dual-channel), memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s), and ECC support. Both have locked multipliers. Both are active production parts. The Intel part's die size is recorded at 215 mm², while the AMD part has no die size entry. The Intel part uses Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, while the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but AMD adds LPDDR5X while Intel adds DDR4. The market segments differ: AMD targets mobile, Intel targets desktop.