AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G vs Intel Core 7 250H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head data shows the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G winning 8 of 11 benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 7 250H takes 3. The most decisive AMD victory comes in extended instructions, where the Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 28223 against the Intel part's 17318, a 63% advantage. This is the single largest gap between the two processors and indicates a substantial lead in workloads that leverage advanced x86 instruction sets.

Data compression also heavily favors AMD. The Ryzen AI 7 450G records 402831 versus 303269, a 32.8% margin. Random string sorting follows a similar pattern, with AMD ahead by 25% (42663 versus 34136). These results suggest that the AMD chip's memory subsystem and core architecture handle data manipulation tasks with considerably more efficiency. The multithread score reinforces this narrative: AMD posts 30422 against Intel's 27030, a 12.5% lead that reflects the overall throughput advantage despite Intel having more physical cores.

Single-thread performance goes to AMD by a smaller margin. The Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 4309 in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, while the Intel Core 7 250H scores 4148, a 3.9% difference. Integer math is nearly a dead heat: AMD at 99732, Intel at 99100, a 0.6% edge for AMD. Data encryption also favors AMD, 18937 versus 18206, a 4% margin.

The Intel Core 7 250H's wins are narrower in percentage terms but still clear. The largest Intel victory is in the PassMark physics test, where it scores 1824 against AMD's 1440, a 21.1% advantage. Find prime numbers also goes to Intel, 106 versus 87, a 17.9% lead. Floating-point math is the closest contest of the three Intel wins: 65094 versus 63683, a 2.2% margin.

The pattern is consistent. AMD dominates in memory-heavy, instruction-heavy, and compression workloads. Intel counters in physics simulation and prime-number generation, which are likely sensitive to the higher base clock of 2.50 GHz and the larger shared L3 cache. The overall average benchmark scores reflect this split: the AMD part sits at 63331, while the Intel part averages 35728. However, these averages are computed from different benchmark suites, so the head-to-head deltas are the more reliable comparison here.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G scores 4309 in PassMark single-thread tests, while the Intel Core 7 250H scores 4148, giving AMD a 3.9% lead.

Q: How large is the AMD lead in data compression?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G records 402831 in PassMark data compression, which is 32.8% higher than the Intel Core 7 250H's 303269.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel processor show its largest advantage?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H wins the PassMark physics test by 21.1%, scoring 1824 against AMD's 1440. It also leads by 17.9% in find prime numbers, scoring 106 versus 87.

Q: Do the two processors have different core counts?

A: Yes. The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G has 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite fewer cores, AMD wins the multithread PassMark test by 12.5%.

Q: What is the difference in their process nodes?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 7 250H uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 250H does not.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing backgrounds. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is built on a 4 nm TSMC process and carries the codename Gorgon Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which uses a hybrid of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 250H is a Raptor Lake-H part, based on the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture, and is manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process.

Core topology differs significantly. AMD uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel uses 14 cores and 20 threads. This gives Intel a raw thread-count advantage, but the benchmark results show that AMD's multithread score of 30422 exceeds Intel's 27030. The AMD part compensates for fewer cores with higher per-core efficiency and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, which is close to Intel's 5.40 GHz boost.

Cache hierarchy also diverges. Both processors have an 80 KB L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on the AMD chip and 2 MB per core on the Intel chip. The L3 cache is the most striking difference: AMD has 8 MB total, while Intel has 24 MB shared. This larger L3 cache on Intel likely contributes to its wins in physics and prime-number tests, where larger working sets can stay resident on-chip.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD pairs the CPU with a Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but Intel also supports DDR4 while AMD supports LPDDR5X. AMD's memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s; the Intel part's bandwidth figure is not recorded in the database.

PCIe connectivity separates the two further. The AMD chip offers PCIe Gen 4 with 12 lanes, while Intel offers PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes. This means Intel has a newer PCIe standard but fewer lanes. The AMD processor also has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD chip uses an AMD Socket AM5, requiring a socketed motherboard, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1744, indicating a soldered mobile design. The AMD part is classified as a desktop segment product, while the Intel part is a mobile segment product.

Specification Differences

The core count difference is the most visible spec gap: AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, Intel has 14 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks differ as well, with AMD at 2.00 GHz and Intel at 2.50 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, AMD at 5.10 GHz and Intel at 5.40 GHz. TDP ratings are reversed in magnitude: AMD lists 65 W, while Intel lists 45 W.

Process node and foundry differ: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm from its own foundry. The die size is recorded for AMD at 195 mm²; no die size is listed for Intel. L2 cache per core is 1 MB on AMD and 2 MB on Intel. L3 cache is 8 MB on AMD and 24 MB shared on Intel.

Memory support shows AMD accepting DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel accepts DDR4 and DDR5. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe generation and lane counts diverge: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon 860M on AMD and Iris Xe Graphics 96EU on Intel.

The release dates differ by just over a year: AMD launched on February 28, 2026, and Intel launched on December 17, 2024. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $502, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part. The multiplier is unlocked on AMD and locked on Intel. Socket types are different: AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses BGA 1744. The Intel part has a listed part number of SRQ6UQ5MK, while AMD's is 100-000001917.

The Verdict

The benchmark data favors the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G in overall throughput and most computational workloads. It wins 8 of 11 head-to-head tests, including the multithread test by 12.5% and the extended instructions test by 63%. Its average benchmark score of 63331 places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 250H, by contrast, sits in the 85th percentile with an average score of 35728, though this average is based on a different benchmark set.

The AMD part's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX at a 0.2% higher average score, the Intel Core i7-13790F at 0.4% higher, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 at 0.7% lower. This places the AMD chip in a competitive band near other high-end desktop processors. The Intel Core 7 250H's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 at a 0% delta, the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H at 0.2% higher, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 at 0.2% lower. The Intel part competes in a lower performance tier.

For users prioritizing raw multithreaded performance, data compression, encryption, and extended instruction workloads, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G is the stronger choice. For users whose workloads resemble the PassMark physics test, prime-number generation, or floating-point math, the Intel Core 7 250H offers specific advantages. The Intel part also draws less power at 45 W versus 65 W, which matters in thermally constrained environments. However, the AMD chip's higher performance in the majority of tests and its support for ECC memory make it the more versatile processor in this comparison.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G wins in data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, integer math, multithread performance, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. These are workloads that benefit from high boost clocks, efficient core design, and strong memory throughput. The 63% lead in extended instructions is particularly relevant for scientific computing, cryptography, and other instruction-dense applications. The 32.8% lead in data compression and 25% lead in random string sorting indicate strong performance in database, archival, and text-processing tasks.

The Intel Core 7 250H wins in three specific areas: the PassMark physics test, find prime numbers, and floating-point math. The physics score of 1824 versus 1440 suggests an advantage in simulation workloads that rely on large caches and many cores. The find prime numbers result, 106 versus 87, points to strength in integer-heavy iterative loops. The floating-point margin is slim at 2.2%, so this is not a decisive Intel victory.

The overall split is clear. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G delivers a broader performance envelope and wins the majority of shared benchmarks. The Intel Core 7 250H has a narrower set of strengths but holds its own in physics and floating-point scenarios. The data does not suggest a single winner for all tasks; it suggests that the AMD chip is the better all-rounder while the Intel chip has specific niches where it leads.