AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 vs Intel Core 5 120UL Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 and Intel Core 5 120UL occupy very different positions in the database. The AMD part is a dominant performer across every recorded benchmark, while the Intel chip is positioned much lower in the overall rankings. The data shows a complete sweep: the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 wins all 15 head-to-head tests, with no victories recorded for the Intel Core 5 120UL.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking result is in the extended instructions test, where the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 scores 20,778 compared to the Intel Core 5 120UL's 5,203. This represents a 299.3% advantage, the largest margin in the entire comparison. This indicates a massive difference in SIMD and vector processing capability, likely reflecting the architectural gulf between the two processors.

Multi-core performance follows a similar pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 16,054 against Intel's 8,974, a 78.9% lead. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows an even larger gap: 2,457 versus 904, a 171.8% difference. These results confirm that the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 delivers substantially higher sustained throughput for heavily threaded workloads.

Single-core performance also favors AMD decisively. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2,010 for the Ryzen part versus 1,266 for the Intel part, a 58.8% advantage. The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows 220 versus 127, a 73.2% lead. PassMark's single-thread test records 3,955 for AMD and 2,080 for Intel, a 90.1% difference. These numbers indicate that the AMD processor is not just faster in multi-threaded scenarios but also holds a commanding lead in lightly threaded applications.

Integer math performance shows a 126.6% advantage for AMD: 86,227 versus 38,060. Floating-point math scores 52,971 for AMD and 26,311 for Intel, a 101.3% lead. Data compression results show 294,298 for AMD against 109,090 for Intel, a 169.8% gap. Data encryption scores 14,925 versus 7,685, a 94.2% advantage.

The multithread PassMark score for the AMD processor is 24,779, while the Intel chip manages 10,558, a 134.7% difference. Random string sorting shows 32,344 for AMD versus 13,610 for Intel, a 137.6% gap. Even the physics test, often sensitive to core architecture, favors AMD by 65.7% (1,337 versus 807). The find prime numbers test shows an 78.7% advantage (84 versus 47).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher overall benchmark average?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 has an average benchmark score of 37,093, while the Intel Core 5 120UL averages 13,594. The AMD part sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part is in the 68th percentile.

Q: How does the AMD processor compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is effectively tied with the Intel Core i9-12900T (delta of -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 7 160 (delta of -0.1%), and the Intel Core i7-13700 (delta of -0.1%). It trails the AMD Ryzen 7 7735H by only 0.2%.

Q: What are the closest competitors to the Intel Core 5 120UL?

A: The Intel Core 5 120UL is 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i3-12100F, 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core 3 N355, and 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-9500. It trails the Intel Core 3 304 by 1.1%.

Q: Is there any workload where the Intel chip wins?

A: No. The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 wins all 15 head-to-head benchmarks. The Intel Core 5 120UL has zero wins in this comparison.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 uses 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 5 120UL has 10 cores but only 12 threads, meaning it relies on fewer threads per core.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD processor boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel processor boosts to 4.60 GHz. The base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.30 GHz for Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 uses the Zen 5 architecture, specifically the Gorgon Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 120UL uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process.

The cache hierarchies differ notably. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel chip has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is substantially different: the AMD processor has 8 MB, while the Intel processor has 12 MB shared. This larger L3 on the Intel side could help with certain workloads, but the benchmark data shows it does not compensate for other deficits.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD chip has ECC memory support, the Intel chip does not. Memory bandwidth is listed at 89.6 GB/s for the AMD processor, while no figure is recorded for the Intel chip.

The integrated graphics are different: AMD uses the Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. Both are capable of handling display output and basic graphics tasks, but the database does not include graphics benchmarks for either.

The PCIe implementation also differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This suggests the AMD platform can support more expansion devices directly from the CPU.

Specification Differences

The core count differs: the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 has 8 cores, while the Intel Core 5 120UL has 10 cores. Thread counts are 16 for AMD and 12 for Intel.

Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.30 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz for AMD and 4.60 GHz for Intel.

Thermal design power is 28 W for the AMD processor and 15 W for the Intel processor. This is a significant difference, with the Intel chip rated for lower power consumption.

The sockets are different: AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor is classified as a Mobile part, while the Intel processor is classified as Desktop.

The process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. The die size for AMD is 195 mm², with no die size recorded for Intel.

Release dates are different: the AMD processor was released in January 2026, while the Intel processor was released in April 2024.

Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 dominates every measured category. It is particularly strong in extended instructions, where its 299.3% lead suggests a clear advantage for applications using advanced SIMD instructions, such as multimedia encoding or scientific computing. The 169.8% lead in data compression and the 137.6% lead in random string sorting indicate strong performance in data handling and processing tasks.

For multi-threaded workloads, the AMD chip's 134.7% lead in PassMark multithread and 171.8% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core make it the clear choice for rendering, compilation, or heavy multitasking. The 126.6% lead in integer math and 101.3% lead in floating-point math reinforce this for both general productivity and numerical workloads.

The Intel Core 5 120UL has no benchmark wins in this comparison. Its lower TDP of 15 W versus 28 W does give it a power consumption profile that could matter in constrained thermal environments, but the database does not include power efficiency metrics to quantify this advantage. The Intel chip's 10 cores versus 8 cores does not translate into a performance win anywhere in the recorded benchmarks.

The single-thread performance gap of 90.1% in PassMark and 58.8% in Cinebench R23 single-core means even lightly threaded applications will favor the AMD processor. The physics test, which often reflects real-world gaming physics calculations, also favors AMD by 65.7%.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 outperforms the Intel Core 5 120UL in every single recorded benchmark, with margins ranging from 58.8% to 299.3%. The AMD processor wins all 15 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel chip records zero wins.

The AMD processor's 85th percentile ranking versus Intel's 68th percentile places them in different performance tiers entirely. The average benchmark score of 37,093 for AMD versus 13,594 for Intel represents a 172.8% difference in overall capability.

The Intel Core 5 120UL's lower TDP of 15 W could be relevant for power-sensitive designs, but the performance deficit is too large to ignore. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 offers superior single-core, multi-core, and specialized instruction performance across the board.

For any workload where processing speed matters, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is the correct choice based on the recorded data. The Intel Core 5 120UL's only advantage lies in its lower power rating, but the database does not provide power efficiency benchmarks to compare actual energy consumption during operation. The performance gap is so consistent and large that the AMD processor is the clear winner in this comparison.