AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 records an average benchmark score of 39485, while the Intel Core 5 211E scores 37829. This places the AMD part at the 87th percentile of all CPUs versus the 86th percentile for Intel.

Q: How do the two chips compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E leads in Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 20389, which is 10.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450's 18316. Despite having fewer threads (16 for both), Intel's higher core count of 10 versus 8 appears beneficial in this workload.

Q: Which processor wins in physics simulation workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 dominates PassMark physics with a score of 1578, a massive 124.8% advantage over the Intel Core 5 211E's 702. This is the largest single delta in the entire head-to-head comparison.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 supports a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel Core 5 211E offers 76.8 GB/s. AMD also supports LPDDR5X memory in addition to DDR5, whereas Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-threaded PassMark performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E edges out the AMD part in PassMark single-thread with 4006 versus 3901, a 2.6% advantage. The gap is much larger in Cinebench R23 single-core, where Intel leads by 29.2% (2878 vs 2038).

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has 8 cores and 16 threads. Both support simultaneous multithreading, giving them equal thread counts despite the core difference.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is built on Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It uses a 4 nm process from TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a larger die size of 257 mm².

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but Intel doubles the L2 allocation to 2 MB per core versus 1 MB on AMD. The L3 cache shows an even larger gap: Intel provides 20 MB shared, while AMD offers only 8 MB total. This cache advantage likely contributes to Intel's single-threaded performance leads in several benchmarks.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with lower 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics solutions are different tiers. AMD includes the Radeon 860M, while Intel ships UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP8 with a 28 W TDP, whereas Intel is a desktop chip on Socket 1700 with a 65 W TDP. This power envelope difference correlates with the benchmark patterns observed.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The two processors split the 15 head-to-head benchmark tests nearly evenly: Intel wins 8, AMD wins 7. However, the magnitude of wins tells a more nuanced story.

AMD's most decisive victory comes in PassMark physics, where it scores 1578 against Intel's 702, a 124.8% advantage. This suggests the Zen 5 architecture handles physics calculations with exceptional efficiency. AMD also wins PassMark find prime numbers by 107% (89 vs 43), another mathematical workload where AMD's architecture excels. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD leads by 32% with 2713 versus 2055, and in PassMark multithread it leads by 10.6% (26350 vs 23833).

Intel's wins are concentrated in single-threaded and certain throughput tasks. The largest Intel advantage appears in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it leads by 29.2% (2878 vs 2038), and in Cinebench R15 single-core with a 25.6% lead (289 vs 215). Intel also wins Cinebench R23 multi-core by 10.2% (20389 vs 18316), PassMark floating point math by 18% (66402 vs 54447), data compression by 8.9% (346757 vs 315906), and data encryption by 9.4% (17938 vs 16247).

Some margins are razor-thin. PassMark integer math goes to AMD by just 0.5% (88531 vs 88117), while PassMark single-thread goes to Intel by 2.6% (4006 vs 3901). AMD wins extended instructions by 3.7% (22400 vs 21592) and random string sorting by 3.9% (35648 vs 34308). These close results indicate the two chips trade blows depending on the exact instruction mix.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 | Intel Core 5 211E |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Bartlett Lake |

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

| Die Size | 195 mm² | 257 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 20 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 860M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

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

The Intel chip has two more cores, 0.70 GHz higher base clock, and 0.20 GHz lower boost clock. It also carries more cache at every level except L1. AMD delivers higher memory bandwidth and a newer process node. Intel supports PCIe Gen 5 while AMD uses Gen 4. Both have 16 threads and support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 wins in workloads that depend on parallel integer execution and physics simulation. Its 124.8% lead in PassMark physics and 107% lead in prime number finding indicate strong mathematical throughput per thread. The 32% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 10.6% lead in PassMark multithread confirm that multi-threaded integer workloads favor AMD. The 3.7% advantage in extended instructions and 3.9% lead in random string sorting show AMD holds an edge in specialized instruction sets and memory access patterns.

The Intel Core 5 211E wins in single-threaded performance across multiple benchmark suites. Its 29.2% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and 25.6% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core are substantial. The 10.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core shows Intel's larger L3 cache and higher core count help in sustained all-core rendering. Intel also wins data compression (8.9% lead), data encryption (9.4% lead), and floating point math (18% lead). The 2.6% lead in PassMark single-thread is narrower but consistent with the single-threaded pattern.

The split suggests AMD's Zen 5 architecture prioritizes integer throughput and physics calculations, while Intel's Bartlett Lake design with more cores and cache excels in floating point math, data compression, encryption, and single-threaded responsiveness. The equal thread counts (16 each) mean thread count alone does not explain the results; cache capacity and core architecture play larger roles.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates a clear use-case separation. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 should be chosen for physics-heavy simulation workloads, prime number calculations, and general multi-threaded integer tasks. Its 28 W TDP and mobile segment placement suggest it targets efficiency-sensitive portable systems. The 87th percentile ranking and average score of 39485 place it slightly above its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, which scores 39603 with a -0.3% delta.

The Intel Core 5 211E suits single-threaded performance tasks, floating point math, data compression, and encryption workloads. Its 10-core design with 20 MB of L3 cache delivers the highest Cinebench R23 multi-core score in this comparison at 20389. The 86th percentile ranking and 37829 average score put it just above the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, which scores 37804 with a 0.1% delta. The launch MSRP is $221.

Neither processor dominates across all tests. AMD wins 7 benchmarks, Intel wins 8. The deciding factor should be the specific workload mix. For physics and integer-heavy parallel work, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 demonstrates clear advantages. For floating point, encryption, compression, and single-threaded tasks, the Intel Core 5 211E leads. The equal thread counts and similar average scores (39485 vs 37829, a 4.4% gap) mean the choice depends entirely on application patterns rather than overall capability.