AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G records an average benchmark score of 63,331, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 5 330 averages 18,345, putting it in the 72nd percentile.

Q: How large is the performance gap between the two in multithreaded workloads?

A: In the PassMark multithread test, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 30,422 versus 15,471 for the Intel Core 5 330, a delta of 96.6% in favor of the AMD part.

Q: Does the Intel processor win any benchmark comparison?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 330 wins the PassMark find prime numbers test with a score of 114, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 87, a delta of -23.7% from the AMD processor's perspective.

Q: What are the socket and market segment differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G uses AMD Socket AM5 and is classified as a desktop part. The Intel Core 5 330 uses Intel BGA 1516 and is a mobile processor.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 330 does not.

Q: How do the single-thread scores compare?

A: In the PassMark single-thread test, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 4,309, which is 5.4% higher than the Intel Core 5 330's 4,088.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is built on TSMC's 4 nm process node and uses the Gorgon Point codename, which belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation combining Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The chip integrates a Radeon 860M graphics solution and is designed for desktop use with an AMD Socket AM5. Its L1 cache is 80 KB per core, L2 cache is 1 MB per core, and L3 cache totals 8 MB. The processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth, and it offers PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU.

The Intel Core 5 330 is manufactured on Intel's 3 nm process node, uses the Wildcat Lake codename, and belongs to the Core 5 generation. It provides 6 cores and 6 threads, with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. This is a mobile part soldered onto Intel BGA 1516. Its cache configuration differs significantly: L1 cache is 192 KB total, L2 is 2.5 MB, and L3 is 6 MB shared. Memory support includes DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but the bus is single-channel with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. PCIe connectivity is Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics are Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

The architectural split is stark. AMD doubles the core count and offers simultaneous multithreading, while Intel runs 6 cores without hyperthreading. AMD's process node is slightly larger at 4 nm versus 3 nm, but the Intel part compensates with a higher L1 cache per core and a shared L3 design. The AMD chip also carries a 65 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 15 W, reflecting their different market targets: desktop versus mobile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G dominates the benchmark suite, winning 10 of 11 comparisons. The largest margin appears in PassMark integer math, where AMD scores 99,732 against Intel's 33,258, a delta of 199.9%. Data compression also shows a massive gap: AMD records 402,831 versus Intel's 145,287, a 177.3% advantage. Random string sorting favors AMD similarly, with 42,663 against 17,771, a 140.1% delta.

Extended instructions follow the same pattern. AMD scores 28,223, while Intel manages 12,808, a 120.4% difference. Multithreaded performance is nearly double: 30,422 versus 15,471, a 96.6% delta. Floating point math shows a 45.1% lead for AMD, with scores of 63,683 and 43,885. Data encryption is closer but still decisive: 18,937 versus 11,076, a 71% edge. Physics scores are 1,440 for AMD and 1,201 for Intel, a 19.9% gap.

The single-thread test is the tightest race. AMD scores 4,309, and Intel scores 4,088, a modest 5.4% difference. This indicates that while AMD's boost clock reaches 5.10 GHz versus Intel's 4.60 GHz, the Intel architecture's per-core efficiency narrows the gap considerably.

Intel's sole victory comes in the find prime numbers test. Intel scores 114, while AMD scores 87, a -23.7% delta from AMD's perspective. This is an interesting outlier, as prime number finding typically stresses integer and branch prediction workloads, areas where Intel's Wildcat Lake core may have a specific advantage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (Intel) |

| L1 cache | 80 KB per core | 192 KB total |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 6 MB shared |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC support | Yes | No |

| PCIe lanes (CPU) | 12 Gen 4 | 6 Gen 4 |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 860M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $309 |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is the clear performance leader across nearly every measured workload. Its 8-core, 16-thread configuration with simultaneous multithreading delivers roughly double the multithreaded throughput of the Intel Core 5 330. Workloads that scale with core count, such as data compression, integer math, and random string sorting, show the largest deltas (177.3%, 199.9%, and 140.1%, respectively). The AMD part also benefits from a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth, which supports memory-intensive tasks. Its higher TDP of 65 W allows sustained performance in desktop environments, and the unlocked multiplier permits tuning for users who need extra throughput.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins exactly one benchmark: find prime numbers. This test favors its 3 nm process node and per-core L1 cache design, which may improve branch prediction and integer instruction handling in that specific workload. The Intel part also operates at a much lower 15 W TDP, making it suitable for mobile platforms where power efficiency is critical. Its 59.7 GB/s memory bandwidth and single-channel bus are sufficient for light tasks, and the integrated Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores provides a functional iGPU. The Intel chip carries a launch MSRP of $309, though pricing analysis is outside the scope of this database entry.

For users prioritizing raw compute, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is the stronger choice in 10 of 11 recorded tests. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX (avg score 63,173, delta 0.2%), the Intel Core i7-13790F (avg score 63,080, delta 0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 (avg score 63,765, delta -0.7%). The Intel Core 5 330 sits in a different performance class, with nearest rivals like the Intel Core i3-14100 (avg score 18,318, delta 0.1%) and the Intel Core 7 360 (avg score 18,374, delta -0.2%). The 72nd percentile placement for the Intel part versus 93rd for AMD confirms the separation.

The single-thread results (4,309 versus 4,088) suggest that for lightly threaded applications, the two processors are closer than the aggregate scores imply. However, any workload that can utilize more than 6 threads will favor the AMD chip by a wide margin. The Intel Core 5 330 is a capable mobile processor for efficiency-focused designs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is positioned for desktop compute demands.