AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data places the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE and Intel Core i5-110 in different performance tiers despite both sitting at the 50th percentile in the database. The Ryzen part holds clear structural advantages: 8 cores and 16 threads versus 6 cores and 12 threads, a 5.10 GHz boost clock against 4.30 GHz, and a 4 nm process node compared to Intel's 14 nm node. The Core i5-110 does counter with a higher base clock (2.90 GHz vs 2.00 GHz) and a larger shared L3 cache (12 MB vs 8 MB), but the architectural gap in generation and node size favors AMD in most workload categories. The data indicates the Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE is the stronger choice for heavily threaded tasks and modern platform features, while the Intel Core i5-110 remains relevant for systems already committed to Socket 1200 and DDR4 memory. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $200, a detail that is recorded in the database but not analyzed further here.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation built on the Zen 5 / Zen 5c architecture. Intel's Core i5-110 uses the Comet Lake architecture, which is several generations older in the database's classification. The process node difference is substantial: AMD's part is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while Intel's chip uses Intel's own 14 nm process. This node gap directly influences transistor density, power efficiency, and clock behavior.

The Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE integrates 8 cores with 16 threads, while the Core i5-110 provides 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache layouts differ in structure. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of L3 total. Intel allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The larger shared L3 on Intel may help in some cache-sensitive workloads, but the per-core L2 capacity on AMD is four times larger.

Memory support diverges sharply. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel supports only DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 42.7 GB/s of bandwidth. That is a 109.8% advantage in theoretical memory bandwidth for AMD. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe capabilities also differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses the Radeon 860M, Intel uses the UHD Graphics 630. Both processors have locked multipliers, so neither supports unlocked overclocking. Both are classified as Desktop market segment and both show Active production status.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database's head-to-head benchmark field is empty, so the comparison relies on the recorded specification data and the percentile positions. Both processors sit at the 50th percentile versus all CPUs in the database, meaning the aggregate benchmark score does not separate them. However, the specification differences allow a projection of workload behavior.

The Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE exceeds the Core i5-110 by 33.3% in core count (8 vs 6) and by 33.3% in thread count (16 vs 12). In multi-threaded scenarios, the AMD part should scale accordingly, assuming the Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores maintain similar per-thread efficiency to Comet Lake. The boost clock of 5.10 GHz on AMD is 18.6% higher than Intel's 4.30 GHz, which suggests a single-thread advantage as well. The base clock tells the opposite story: Intel's 2.90 GHz is 45% higher than AMD's 2.00 GHz, but base clocks are less indicative of sustained performance than boost behavior in modern desktop parts.

Memory bandwidth is the largest measured gap. AMD's 89.6 GB/s is more than double Intel's 42.7 GB/s. Applications that stream data heavily, such as compression, video editing, and scientific computing, would benefit disproportionately from AMD's memory subsystem. The Intel part's larger shared L3 (12 MB vs 8 MB) may partially offset the bandwidth deficit for workloads with moderate working sets that fit in cache, but the L3 gap is only 4 MB, while the bandwidth gap is 46.9 GB/s.

Process node differences also factor into sustained performance. The 4 nm TSMC node versus Intel's 14 nm node implies lower power draw for the same work, and the TDP figures support this: AMD is rated at 35 W, Intel at 65 W. The AMD part delivers more cores, more threads, and higher boost clocks while consuming 30 W less under the recorded TDP. The Intel part's higher base clock may help in short, lightly threaded bursts, but the overall efficiency profile favors AMD.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification field. Core count: AMD 8, Intel 6. Thread count: AMD 16, Intel 12. Base clock: AMD 2.00 GHz, Intel 2.90 GHz. Boost clock: AMD 5.10 GHz, Intel 4.30 GHz. TDP: AMD 35 W, Intel 65 W. Socket: AMD Socket AM5, Intel Socket 1200. Process node: AMD 4 nm at TSMC, Intel 14 nm at Intel. L1 cache per core: AMD 80 KB, Intel 64 KB. L2 cache per core: AMD 1 MB, Intel 256 KB. L3 cache: AMD 8 MB, Intel 12 MB shared. Memory support: AMD DDR5 and LPDDR5X, Intel DDR4. Memory bandwidth: AMD 89.6 GB/s, Intel 42.7 GB/s. ECC: AMD yes, Intel no. PCIe: AMD Gen 4 with 12 lanes, Intel Gen 3 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon 860M, Intel UHD Graphics 630. Launch MSRP: Intel $200, AMD not recorded. Release date: AMD 2026-03-01, Intel 2025-09-10. Part number: AMD 100-000001921, Intel SA35X.

The socket difference is a decisive compatibility factor. AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses Socket 1200. These platforms are not interchangeable, so the choice of processor dictates the motherboard ecosystem. AMD's AM5 platform supports DDR5 memory, while Intel's Socket 1200 platform with Comet Lake is tied to DDR4. The PCIe generation difference (Gen 4 vs Gen 3) affects storage and GPU interface bandwidth, though the Intel part offers more total CPU lanes (16 vs 12).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads. AMD leads by 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-110 boosts to 4.30 GHz. AMD's boost clock is 0.80 GHz higher.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel Core i5-110 supports only DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has a 35 W TDP. The Intel Core i5-110 has a 65 W TDP. AMD's part is rated for 30 W lower power draw.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-110 does not.

Q: Are the sockets the same?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel Core i5-110 uses Intel Socket 1200.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE wins in multi-threaded workloads. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 5.10 GHz boost clock and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth positions it ahead for rendering, compilation, virtualization, and other parallel tasks. The 35 W TDP also makes it the better fit for compact desktop builds where thermal and power limits are tight. The DDR5 and LPDDR5X support, along with ECC memory, gives it a platform-level advantage for productivity and reliability-focused systems. The Radeon 860M integrated graphics is a stronger integrated solution on paper than Intel's UHD Graphics 630, which matters for systems without a discrete GPU.

The Intel Core i5-110 wins in scenarios where the existing platform is already Socket 1200. Its 2.90 GHz base clock is 0.90 GHz higher than AMD's, which can help in short-duration, lightly threaded tasks that do not reach boost states. The 12 MB shared L3 cache is 4 MB larger than AMD's 8 MB, potentially benefiting workloads with localized data reuse. The 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, versus AMD's 12 Gen 4 lanes, may suit configurations with multiple expansion cards, though the older PCIe standard limits per-device bandwidth. The Intel part also has a recorded launch MSRP of $200, a data point that appears in the database, while AMD's launch MSRP is not recorded.

The database shows both parts at the 50th percentile overall, so neither dominates the aggregate benchmark field. The decision rests on workload type and platform direction. AMD's Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE delivers more cores, higher boost clocks, newer memory technology, and lower power draw. Intel's Core i5-110 offers a higher base clock, more L3 cache, and more PCIe lanes, but on an older process node and memory standard. The recorded data favors AMD for future-focused builds and multi-threaded performance, while the Intel part remains a viable option for Socket 1200 systems already in place.