AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 and Intel Core Ultra 5 225 are both active processors that sit at the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel part records a higher average benchmark score of 36938, compared with 35719 for the AMD, and it wins 14 of the 15 head-to-head tests. The AMD is a mobile chip with a 28 W TDP, while the Intel is a desktop chip with a 65 W TDP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 dominates the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 25891 against 14278.5 for the AMD, a 44.9% lead. In single-core R23, the Intel scores 3655 versus 1954, a 46.5% lead. The R15 tests show similar patterns: multi-core 2609 vs 2336.5 (10.4% lead) and single-core 368 vs 247 (32.9% lead). The largest margin appears in Passmark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 358 and AMD 81, a 77.4% difference. Floating-point math also favors Intel heavily: 92038 vs 51639, a 43.9% lead. Physics: 2342 vs 1318, 43.7% lead. Encryption: 22285 vs 14462, 35.1% lead. Extended instructions: 27162 vs 19955, 26.5% lead. Multithread: 30459 vs 23994, 21.2% lead. Random string sorting: 36590 vs 31071, 15.1% lead. Single-thread: 4412 vs 3872, 12.2% lead. Data compression: 302811 vs 281834, 6.9% lead. The only test where AMD comes out ahead is Passmark integer math, with 84868 against Intel's 65345, a 29.9% advantage. That is a substantial win, but it is the sole bright spot for AMD in the head-to-head set.

The Intel part's lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core is particularly large, at 44.9%, which indicates a substantial advantage in rendering workloads. The single-core lead of 46.5% is even more pronounced, suggesting that the Intel architecture has a significant per-thread performance edge. The Passmark find prime numbers test shows the largest gap, with Intel scoring 358 against AMD's 81, a 77.4% difference, which points to a major difference in integer-heavy algorithmic tasks. However, the AMD's win in integer math, with a 29.9% margin, shows that not all integer workloads are dominated by Intel. The two single-thread Passmark entries are identical, confirming the consistency of the measurement.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: AMD has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while Intel has 4.90 GHz. However, Intel still wins single-thread benchmarks.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: Intel has 20 MB shared L3, AMD has 8 MB.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: AMD supports ECC, Intel does not.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: Intel has 102.4 GB/s, AMD has 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: Intel has 20 Gen5 lanes, AMD has 16 Gen4 lanes.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: Intel has 65 W, AMD has 28 W.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 for raw performance. It wins 14 of 15 benchmarks, with margins exceeding 30% in several tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 offers a single win in integer math, but that does not compensate for the overall deficit. For desktop users who prioritize compute throughput, the Intel part is the superior choice. For mobile systems where power consumption is a primary constraint, the AMD's 28 W TDP and mobile segment make it the appropriate option, despite its lower benchmark scores. The Intel's launch MSRP is $246, while the AMD has no recorded launch MSRP, but that does not alter the performance-based conclusion.

Specification Differences

| Feature | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 | Intel Core Ultra 5 225 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 10 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 3.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Arrow Lake |

| Codename | Krackan Point | Arrow Lake-S |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Ultra 5 (Arrow Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Die size | 195 mm² | 243 mm² |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 17,800 million |

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

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 3 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 5, 20 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 860M | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2025-01-05 | 2025-01-06 |

| Launch MSRP | None | $246 |

Architecture Differences

The two processors use different architectures and process nodes. AMD's Zen 5 architecture is built on a 4 nm process, while Intel's Arrow Lake uses a 3 nm process, both from TSMC. AMD's generation is listed as Ryzen AI PRO 300 with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, indicating a hybrid design, whereas Intel's Arrow Lake is a single architecture. The core counts differ: AMD has 8 cores with SMT, yielding 16 threads, while Intel has 10 cores without SMT, yielding 10 threads. Cache hierarchies are also distinct. AMD provides 80 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core, with 8 MB L3. Intel provides 192 KB L1 and 3 MB L2 per core, with 20 MB shared L3. Memory support differs: AMD supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports only DDR5. Intel has a higher memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported by AMD but not by Intel. PCIe connectivity favors Intel with Gen 5 and 20 lanes, compared to AMD's Gen 4 and 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon 860M, Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU. Intel's transistor count is recorded at 17,800 million, while AMD's is not recorded.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the head-to-head results, Intel wins in all but one test. The specific wins for Intel include Cinebench R15 and R23 multi and single, Passmark data compression, encryption, extended instructions, find prime numbers, floating-point math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread. AMD wins only in Passmark integer math. Therefore, for workloads that rely on integer arithmetic, the AMD has a 29.9% advantage. For all other measured workloads, the Intel part is faster, with margins ranging from 6.9% to 77.4%. Additionally, the AMD is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, while the Intel is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP, which aligns with their respective market segments. The data shows that the Intel part is the stronger choice for most compute tasks, while the AMD's single win in integer math and its mobile designation indicate a niche for integer arithmetic in low-power environments.