AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 258V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, which wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V manages only 3 wins. The margin of victory in most tests is substantial, often exceeding 100%.

The largest single advantage for AMD comes in PassMark integer math, where the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 122,933 against 42,889 for the Intel chip, a delta of 186.6%. This is not a close contest; the AMD processor delivers nearly three times the integer throughput. Data compression follows a similar pattern, with AMD scoring 445,719 versus 176,686, a 152.3% advantage. Extended instructions show AMD ahead by 115.1%, with scores of 31,653 and 14,717 respectively. Random string sorting also favors AMD heavily, 48,723 to 21,580, a 125.8% gap.

Cinebench results reinforce the multi-core dominance. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 21,761 against 10,301 for Intel, a 111.3% lead. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a nearly identical story: 3,409.5 versus 1,596.5, a 113.6% delta. These results indicate that the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370's 12 cores and 24 threads provide a massive throughput advantage over the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V's 8 cores and 8 threads in heavily threaded workloads.

Geekbench multi-core shows AMD ahead by 63.5%, with scores of 15,242 and 9,325. PassMark multi-thread gives AMD an 86.1% lead, 35,148 versus 18,887. Data encryption favors AMD by 64.4%, 22,252 to 13,534. Floating point math is closer but still clearly AMD's: 76,892 versus 57,372, a 34% delta. PassMark physics also goes to AMD, 1,881 to 1,565, a 20.2% margin.

Single-core results are far tighter. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins Cinebench R23 single-core with 2,018 against 1,872, a 7.8% edge. Cinebench R15 single-core goes to AMD by 7.5%, 306.5 versus 285. Geekbench single-core shows AMD ahead by 14.6%, 2,407 to 2,100. However, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V takes PassMark single-thread with 4,018 versus 3,973, a slim 1.1% advantage. The Intel chip also wins PassMark find prime numbers, scoring 185 against 126, a 31.9% margin. That is Intel's largest win, but it is a narrow workload.

The average benchmark score in the database tells the broader story: AMD sits at 37,904, while Intel is at 20,454. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 places in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Core Ultra 7 258V sits in the 74th percentile. In the nearest rivals list, the AMD chip trades blows with desktop parts like the Intel Core i9-14901E and AMD Ryzen 7 9700X, with delta percentages of 0 and -0.1 respectively. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, by contrast, aligns with desktop processors such as the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 and Ryzen 5 8500G, with deltas of -0.1 and 0.1.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins in virtually every throughput-oriented task. Multi-core rendering, data compression, encryption, integer math, floating point math, and random string sorting all fall to AMD by wide margins. For workloads that scale with core count, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, batch photo processing, or code compilation, the data indicates that the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the stronger choice. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21,761 and PassMark multi-thread score of 35,148 both point to a processor that can sustain heavy all-core loads.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V wins PassMark find prime numbers with a 31.9% margin, which suggests an advantage in a specific pattern of integer workload that does not appear elsewhere. It also edges out AMD in PassMark single-thread by 1.1%, a marginal result that indicates roughly equal single-core capability in that particular test. In the broader single-core picture, AMD actually leads in Cinebench R23, Cinebench R15, and Geekbench single-core tests. So the Intel chip's single-thread win is isolated to one benchmark rather than a consistent trend.

The use case split is therefore straightforward. The AMD processor is the pick for multi-threaded productivity and compute-heavy tasks. The Intel processor has a narrow niche in prime-number finding workloads and a marginal single-thread edge in PassMark, but none of its wins translate into a general-purpose advantage. The database shows no test where the Intel chip wins a mainstream productivity or rendering workload.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 uses the Zen 5 architecture on the Strix Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 300 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V uses the Lunar Lake architecture, part of Core Ultra Series 2, built on a 3 nm process, also at TSMC. Intel's die size is not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ sharply. The AMD chip has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel chip has 8 cores and 8 threads. Intel's Lunar Lake does not use simultaneous multithreading, which explains the 8-thread ceiling. This is the primary reason for the large multi-core deltas seen across Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark tests.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. The Intel processor has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations do not compensate for the core deficit in multi-threaded tests. Clock speeds are similar on paper: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 2.20 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost. The power envelope differs, with AMD rated at 28 W TDP and Intel at 17 W TDP.

Memory support is another differentiator. AMD supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel supports only LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, but with a higher recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ as well, with AMD using the Radeon 890M and Intel using the Arc 140V. Both processors are mobile parts with active production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Sockets are not interchangeable. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses BGA 2833. Release dates in the database show AMD launching on 2024-06-30 and Intel on 2024-09-23.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD chip scores 21,761, while the Intel chip scores 10,301. That is a 111.3% advantage for AMD.

Q: Does the Intel chip win any benchmark?

A: Yes. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V wins PassMark find prime numbers by 31.9% and PassMark single-thread by 1.1%. Both wins appear twice in the head-to-head list because of duplicate test naming.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Intel chip has a higher recorded memory bandwidth at 136.5 GB/s, compared to 89.6 GB/s for AMD. Both use dual-channel memory, but Intel supports only LPDDR5X, while AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Intel chip has a higher base clock at 2.20 GHz versus 2.00 GHz for AMD.

Q: How do the two compare in overall database percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 ranks in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V ranks in the 74th percentile.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 outperforms the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V in 14 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, often by margins exceeding 100%. Its 12-core, 24-thread configuration delivers more than double the multi-core performance in Cinebench R23 and a 186.6% lead in integer math. The Intel chip's wins are confined to prime-number finding and a single-thread PassMark test with a 1.1% margin, neither of which represents a meaningful general-purpose advantage.

For buyers who need a mobile processor for multi-threaded workloads, rendering, compression, or compute-heavy applications, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the clear choice based on recorded data. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V offers a lower TDP of 17 W versus 28 W, higher memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s, and a smaller core footprint, which may appeal to designs prioritizing efficiency over throughput. But in raw performance, the AMD part dominates. The 86th percentile ranking for AMD versus 74th for Intel reflects the overall gap in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |

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

| Cores | 12 | 8 |

| Threads | 24 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 17 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 2833 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Lunar Lake |

| Codename | Strix Point | Lunar Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Ultra 7 (Lunar Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | TSMC |

| Die size | 233 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 136.5 GB/s |

| ECC memory | No | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 890M | Arc 140V |

| Market segment | Mobile | Mobile |

| Production status | Active | Active |

| Release date | 2024-06-30 | 2024-09-23 |

| Unlocked multiplier | No | No |

| Part number | 100-000000994 | SRPMNSRPMT |