AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE vs Intel Core 5 120 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a direct comparison between the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE and the Intel Core 5 120, but the benchmark database currently holds no overlapping head-to-head test results for these two processors. The only complete benchmark suite available belongs to the Intel Core 5 120, which has been measured across multiple Cinebench and Passmark workloads.

The Intel Core 5 120's average benchmark score is 25,362, placing it in the 77th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its closest measured rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D at 25,365, a difference of 0%. The Intel Core 5 120 sits 0.2% ahead of the Intel Core i7-11700KF (25,423) and 0.3% behind the Intel Core i5-13400F (25,292). The AMD Ryzen 7 7840U trails by 0.3% at 25,432. These delta values indicate that the Core 5 120 performs within a tightly packed performance band around the 25,300 to 25,400 score range.

Looking at the Core 5 120's individual workload results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score reaches 18,255, while the single-core score is 2,577. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result drops to 7,667 and the single-core to 1,082. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 1,840 for multi-core and 259 for single-core.

The Passmark suite for the Intel part shows a multithread score of 18,597 and a single-thread score of 3,595. Integer math reaches 60,462, floating point math 45,383, and extended instructions 14,264. Data compression scores 219,535, while data encryption scores 11,131. The random string sorting test produces 21,499. Physics testing delivers 1,333, and prime number finding yields 77.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, no average score, and no nearest rivals listed. Its percentile rank among all CPUs is 50, which is the median position, but this value is not tied to any measured performance data. Without benchmark results, the database cannot establish a direct numerical comparison between the two processors in any specific workload.

Where Each One Wins

For the Intel Core 5 120, the wins are documented across every recorded workload. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,255 indicates strong sustained multi-threaded performance, while the single-core result of 2,577 shows competitive lightly threaded capability. The Passmark integer math score of 60,462 and floating point math score of 45,383 demonstrate solid compute throughput in arithmetic-heavy tasks. The data compression result of 219,535 suggests particular strength in archival and file-handling workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE cannot be assigned any workload wins from the database because no benchmark measurements exist for it. The processor specification sheet lists 8 cores, 16 threads, a base clock of 2.00 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, but these hardware parameters have not been translated into recorded test scores. The database shows the 450GE with an average benchmark score of 0, which confirms the absence of measured results.

The Intel Core 5 120's wins in every recorded category are the only certainties. Its single-thread Passmark score of 3,595 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2,577 position it as a capable performer in applications that rely on one or two threads. Its multi-core results, led by the 18,255 Cinebench R23 score, support workloads that scale across all 6 cores and 12 threads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 5 120 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename, part of the Core 5 generation under the Raptor Lake Refresh umbrella. Intel fabricates this chip on a 10 nm process with a die size of 163 mm².

Core configurations differ substantially. The AMD chip packs 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clock favors Intel at 2.50 GHz versus AMD's 2.00 GHz, but the boost clock favors AMD at 5.10 GHz versus Intel's 4.50 GHz. Thermal design power differs significantly: the AMD part is rated at 35 W, while the Intel part is rated at 65 W.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 per core. The AMD processor uses 1 MB of L2 per core, while Intel uses 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a clear Intel advantage in total capacity: 18 MB shared versus 8 MB on the AMD chip.

Memory support separates the two. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 120 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, but the database lists no memory bandwidth figure for it, and it does not support ECC memory.

PCI Express connectivity also differs. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses the Radeon 860M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the Intel processor has a locked multiplier. Both target the desktop market segment and both are listed as active in production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 120 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE boosts to 5.10 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Core 5 120's 4.50 GHz boost clock. The Intel chip has a higher base clock at 2.50 GHz compared to AMD's 2.00 GHz.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 120 has 18 MB of shared L3 cache and 1.25 MB of L2 per core. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has 8 MB of L3 cache and 1 MB of L2 per core. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 120 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core 5 120 supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE and the Intel Core 5 120 are listed as active in production.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE | Intel Core 5 120 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-R |

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

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | 163 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 18 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

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

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001924 | SA35V |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $211 |

| Release Date | 2026-02-28 | 2025-07-30 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 50 | 77 |

| Avg Benchmark Score | 0 | 25,362 |

The Verdict

The database contains a complete benchmark profile for the Intel Core 5 120 and no benchmark profile for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE. Any selection between these two processors must therefore rely on the recorded measurements for Intel and the architectural specifications for both.

The Intel Core 5 120 delivers verified performance across the full Cinebench and Passmark suites, with an average score of 25,362 and a 77th percentile standing. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Intel Core i7-11700KF, Intel Core i5-13400F, and AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, all fall within a 0.3% band of its average score, which places it in a well-established performance tier.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE offers a higher core count, a higher boost clock, a smaller process node, lower TDP, ECC support, and an unlocked multiplier. These are meaningful specification advantages on paper. However, the absence of any recorded benchmark scores means the database cannot confirm how those specifications translate into actual workload performance.

For users who require measured performance data, the Intel Core 5 120 is the only option with documented results. For users who prioritize the architectural features listed for the AMD part, such as 8 cores, 16 threads, a 5.10 GHz boost clock, and a 35 W TDP, the Ryzen AI 7 450GE remains a specification-only choice until benchmark data becomes available.