AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 vs Intel Core 7 150U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins all 17 shared benchmark comparisons against the Intel Core 7 150U. The largest single margin appears in PassMark extended instructions, where AMD scores 31,653 against Intel's 8,748, a delta of 261.8%. That workload, which exercises SIMD and specialized instruction paths, favors the Zen 5 architecture by a wide margin.

Multi-core performance tells a similar story. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD part scores 21,761 versus 8,883 for Intel, a 145% advantage. Geekbench multi-core shows 15,242 against 6,234, a 144.5% gap. PassMark multi-thread confirms the pattern: 35,148 versus 14,700, or 139.1% ahead. These figures indicate that the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 delivers roughly 2.4 times the multi-threaded throughput of the Core 7 150U across several independent tests.

Data compression is another area of pronounced difference. PassMark data compression scores 445,719 for AMD and 158,622 for Intel, a 181% delta. Random string sorting shows a 166.7% gap (48,723 versus 18,269). Integer math follows at 140.8% (122,933 versus 51,057). Floating-point math is 123.5% apart (76,892 versus 34,405). Encryption work shows a 122% difference (22,252 versus 10,025). Prime number finding, a purely CPU-bound task, is 117.2% apart (126 versus 58).

Single-threaded results are closer but still favor AMD. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2,018 versus 1,875.5, a 7.6% lead. PassMark single-thread gives 3,973 versus 3,508, a 13.3% margin. Geekbench single-core is 2,407 versus 1,857, a 29.6% advantage. Cinebench R15 single-core is 306.5 versus 254, or 20.7% ahead. The smallest delta in the entire comparison is that Cinebench R23 single-core result, suggesting that for lightly threaded work the Intel chip is comparatively competitive, though it still trails in every measured case.

The 3DMark results for AMD, which appear only on its own benchmark list, show 9,365 in the 16-thread test, 2,179 in the 2-thread test, 3,970 in the 4-thread test, 6,992 in the 8-thread test, 9,725 in the max-thread test, and 1,153 in the single-thread test. Intel has no corresponding 3DMark entries in the database, so direct comparison is not possible for those specific workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins every shared benchmark in the database. There is no recorded test where the Intel Core 7 150U takes the lead. The closest contest is Cinebench R23 single-core, where AMD leads by 7.6%, and the widest is PassMark extended instructions at 261.8%.

For multi-threaded productivity, the AMD part is categorically stronger. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows 3,409.5 versus 1,505.5 (126.5% delta), and Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 145% gap. Geekbench multi-core is 144.5% apart. PassMark physics, which often correlates with simulation and gaming physics loads, is 1,881 versus 1,012, an 85.9% delta. All of these point to the same conclusion: the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the choice for sustained parallel workloads.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the margin shrinks but does not disappear. The 7.6% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and 13.3% in PassMark single-thread indicate that the Intel chip is not far behind in lightly threaded scenarios, but it still loses. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 also holds a 29.6% edge in Geekbench single-core, which suggests that the gap depends on the specific instruction mix.

The Intel Core 7 150U, by contrast, has no winning category in the recorded data. Its nearest rivals in the database, the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 and AMD Ryzen 3 210, both sit within 0.4% of its average score. That places it in a lower performance tier entirely, with an average benchmark score of 17,395 versus AMD's 37,904.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 outperforms the Intel Core 7 150U in every shared benchmark, with deltas ranging from 7.6% to 261.8%. The average benchmark score for AMD is 37,904 against 17,395 for Intel, a difference that places the two processors in different performance classes.

The AMD part sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel chip sits at the 71st. AMD's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i9-14901E (0% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 9700X (-0.1%), Intel Core 5 211E (0.2%), and AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 (0.3%). Intel's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (0.4%), AMD Ryzen 3 210 (0.4%), AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (-0.5%), and AMD Ryzen 5 4600G (-0.6%). This means the Core 7 150U competes with older desktop and lower-tier mobile parts, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 competes with high-end desktop processors.

For users prioritizing multi-core rendering, compilation, data compression, or encryption, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the only rational pick based on the measurements. For users whose workloads are mostly single-threaded, the Intel chip is closer but still behind in every test. There is no scenario in the recorded data where the Core 7 150U offers a performance advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 21,761, while the Intel Core 7 150U scores 8,883, a 145% advantage for AMD.

Q: How large is the single-core gap in Geekbench?

A: AMD scores 2,407 and Intel scores 1,857, giving AMD a 29.6% lead.

Q: What is the closest benchmark result between the two?

A: Cinebench R23 single-core is the closest, with AMD at 2,018 and Intel at 1,875.5, a 7.6% delta.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 150U win any benchmark in the database?

A: No. The Intel part loses all 17 shared comparisons, with zero wins recorded.

Q: How do the two compare in data compression?

A: AMD scores 445,719 and Intel scores 158,622 in PassMark data compression, a 181% difference.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 averages 37,904, and the Intel Core 7 150U averages 17,395.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 300 generation. It combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, built on a 4 nm process from TSMC. The die size is 233 mm². The Intel Core 7 150U uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-U codename, part of the Core 7 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry.

Core counts differ substantially. AMD provides 12 cores and 24 threads. Intel provides 10 cores and 12 threads. The thread ratio explains much of the multi-core performance gap: AMD has twice the thread count, and its Zen 5 cores are newer and more efficient per clock.

Cache configurations also differ. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core, while Intel uses 1.25 MB per core. For L3, AMD has 16 MB total, while Intel has 12 MB shared. The larger L3 on AMD likely contributes to its advantage in data-heavy workloads like compression and sorting.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 890M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The database does not include GPU-specific benchmarks for either, so the comparison here is limited to CPU workloads.

PCIe lane counts differ. AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 CPU lanes. Memory support also diverges: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded.

Neither processor supports ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are marked as active production parts for the mobile segment.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has 12 cores and 24 threads, versus 10 cores and 12 threads for the Intel Core 7 150U. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.80 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz for AMD and 5.40 GHz for Intel. The Intel part has a higher peak boost, but the AMD part has a higher base clock.

Thermal design power differs significantly. AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 15 W. The higher TDP on AMD aligns with its larger core count and higher sustained performance, while the lower TDP on Intel suggests a more power-constrained design.

Sockets are different. AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel BGA 1744. Process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD, 10 nm for Intel. Foundries also differ: TSMC for AMD, Intel for Intel.

The L2 cache per core is 1 MB for AMD and 1.25 MB for Intel. L3 cache is 16 MB for AMD and 12 MB shared for Intel. Memory bandwidth is recorded at 89.6 GB/s for AMD, with no value for Intel. Memory support includes LPDDR5X on AMD but not on Intel, while Intel adds DDR4 support that AMD lacks.

PCIe lanes are 16 for AMD and 8 for Intel, both Gen 4. Integrated graphics are Radeon 890M versus Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. Release dates differ: AMD was released on 2024-06-30, Intel on 2024-01-07. Part numbers are 100-000000994 for AMD and SRMYP for Intel. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP.