AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 and the Intel Core 9 273PTE occupy different corners of the processor market, one a mobile-focused chip built for efficiency and the other a desktop part aimed at sustained performance. The recorded data shows a clear split: the AMD chip wins 11 of the 15 shared benchmark comparisons, while the Intel chip takes 4, yet the Intel part scores higher in some of the most widely cited rendering tests. The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is 40048, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE averages 31143 and sits in the 82nd percentile. These figures indicate that the AMD chip is the stronger overall performer in the database’s aggregate measurements, but the Intel chip has specific strengths in single-core and multi-core Cinebench workloads that cannot be ignored.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has an average benchmark score of 40048, which is notably higher than the Intel Core 9 273PTE’s average of 31143. The AMD chip also ranks higher in overall percentile, at 87 compared to Intel’s 82.

Q: How do the two chips compare in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins both Cinebench R23 tests. It scores 20445 in multicore compared to AMD’s 18698, an 8.5 percent advantage, and it scores 2886 in singlecore compared to AMD’s 1992, a 31 percent advantage.

Q: Which processor wins the PassMark multithread test?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins the PassMark multithread test with a score of 29467, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 24054. This gives AMD a 22.5 percent lead in that workload.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads, giving Intel a 2-core and 4-thread advantage on paper.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus and share the same memory bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365’s boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The AMD chip has a higher base clock at 2.00 GHz compared to Intel’s 1.40 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 uses 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE uses 12 cores and 24 threads. The base clock favors AMD at 2.00 GHz versus Intel’s 1.40 GHz, but the boost clock favors Intel at 5.50 GHz versus AMD’s 5.00 GHz. Thermal design power also separates them: the AMD chip is rated at 28 watts, while the Intel chip is rated at 45 watts.

The socket and platform targets differ completely. AMD uses the AMD Socket FP8, a mobile socket, while Intel uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. This aligns with their market segments: the Ryzen AI 9 365 is listed as a Mobile processor, and the Core 9 273PTE is listed as a Desktop processor.

The cache configurations are distinct. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: AMD offers 1 MB per core, while Intel offers 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is a major difference, with AMD providing 16 MB and Intel providing 36 MB shared. Memory support also diverges: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. ECC memory is supported on the Intel chip but not on the AMD chip. PCIe capability differs as well, with AMD using Gen 4 across 16 CPU lanes and Intel using Gen 5 across 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics are different, with AMD using the Radeon 880M and Intel using UHD Graphics 730.

The release dates are far apart. AMD released the Ryzen AI 9 365 on June 30, 2024, while Intel released the Core 9 273PTE on March 8, 2026. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $549. The AMD chip has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Strix Point. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The process node is 4 nm, and the foundry is TSMC. The die size is 233 mm². The cache structure uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses the codename Bartlett Lake and belongs to the Core 9 generation. The architecture field is not listed in the database, but the process node is 10 nm and the foundry is Intel. The cache structure uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3.

The core composition matters for workload behavior. The AMD chip’s hybrid Zen 5 and Zen 5c design likely allows it to balance high-performance and efficiency cores, while the Intel chip’s larger 36 MB shared L3 cache and 2 MB per-core L2 give it more on-die data capacity. The AMD chip’s smaller 4 nm process node from TSMC contrasts with Intel’s 10 nm node, which contributes to the significant TDP difference of 28 watts versus 45 watts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are split across two different Cinebench generations and a broad PassMark suite. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins Cinebench R15 multicore with a score of 2842 against Intel’s 2060, a 38 percent margin. AMD also wins Cinebench R15 singlecore with 303 against 290, a 4.5 percent margin.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE reverses that result in Cinebench R23. Intel scores 20445 in multicore against AMD’s 18698, an 8.5 percent advantage. In singlecore, Intel scores 2886 against AMD’s 1992, a commanding 31 percent lead. This is the largest single-test margin in the entire comparison, and it suggests that Intel’s higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz plays a role in bursty, lightly threaded workloads.

The PassMark suite favors AMD heavily. In data compression, AMD scores 354510 against Intel’s 258704, a 37 percent lead. Data encryption goes to AMD at 18297 versus 14253, a 28.4 percent margin. Extended instructions show AMD at 25113 versus Intel’s 15952, a 57.4 percent lead, the largest win for AMD in any test. Integer math goes to AMD at 101831 versus 82411, a 23.6 percent margin. Floating point math is closer: AMD scores 62802 against Intel’s 60673, a 3.5 percent win. The multithread test favors AMD at 29467 versus 24054, a 22.5 percent lead. Random string sorting goes to AMD at 39447 versus 28973, a 36.2 percent margin. Single-thread performance, measured twice as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, shows AMD at 3841 against Intel’s 3433 in both instances, an 11.9 percent lead.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins four tests total. Beyond the two Cinebench R23 results, Intel wins PassMark find prime numbers with 142 against AMD’s 117, a 17.6 percent margin. Intel also wins PassMark physics with 1917 against AMD’s 1704, an 11.1 percent margin.

The pattern is consistent: AMD dominates the PassMark suite, particularly in encryption, extended instructions, compression, and integer math, while Intel takes the Cinebench R23 tests and two specific PassMark subtests. The overall win count is 11 for AMD and 4 for Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins in most throughput-oriented and data-heavy workloads. The 57.4 percent lead in extended instructions indicates strong SIMD and AVX-style performance. The 37 percent lead in data compression and 28.4 percent lead in encryption point to advantages in archiving, database operations, and secure data handling. The 23.6 percent lead in integer math and 22.5 percent lead in multithread show general all-core compute strength. The 36.2 percent lead in random string sorting suggests faster text processing and sorting tasks. Even in floating point math, where the margin is smaller, AMD edges out Intel by 3.5 percent. The single-thread PassMark result also favors AMD by 11.9 percent.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins in Cinebench R23, which is a widely used rendering benchmark. Its 31 percent singlecore lead and 8.5 percent multicore lead in that test make it the better choice for rendering workloads that scale with Cinebench’s specific code paths. The 17.6 percent win in prime number finding indicates strength in pure integer recursion or sieve-style algorithms, and the 11.1 percent win in physics suggests better performance in constraint-based simulation tasks.

The market segment dictates practical use cases. The AMD chip is a mobile processor with a 28 watt TDP, suited for laptops and compact systems where power efficiency matters. The Intel chip is a desktop processor with a 45 watt TDP, suited for full-size desktops where sustained power delivery is available. The Intel chip’s support for PCIe Gen 5 and ECC memory makes it more appropriate for workstation-style desktop builds that need modern expansion slots and error-correcting memory. The AMD chip’s support for LPDDR5X and its Radeon 880M integrated graphics make it more appropriate for mobile platforms with unified memory and integrated graphics demands.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is the stronger overall processor in the database’s aggregate measurements. Its average benchmark score of 40048 versus Intel’s 31143, combined with an 87th percentile ranking versus Intel’s 82nd, gives it a clear edge in general performance. The 11-to-4 win count in head-to-head tests reinforces this conclusion. For users running PassMark-based workloads, data compression, encryption, integer math, or multithreaded general compute, the AMD chip is the better performer.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE is the better choice for single-core Cinebench R23 performance, where its 31 percent lead is decisive. It also wins Cinebench R23 multicore by 8.5 percent, making it preferable for Cinebench-specific rendering tasks. Its higher boost clock, larger L3 cache, and desktop platform with PCIe Gen 5 and ECC support give it a distinct role in desktop systems that prioritize those features. The Intel chip also carries a launch MSRP of $549.

The choice comes down to platform and workload. Mobile users should select the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 for its 28 watt TDP, LPDDR5X memory support, and broad PassMark dominance. Desktop users who run Cinebench or need PCIe Gen 5 and ECC memory should select the Intel Core 9 273PTE. The recorded data does not support a single winner across all tests; it supports two different winners for two different use cases.