AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 vs Intel Core 7 150U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive sweep: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core 7 150U. The margins are substantial across every category, from single-core tasks to heavily threaded workloads.

Multi-core performance is where the AMD part builds its largest leads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 21812 against 8883 for the Intel, a 145.5% advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a similar story: 3334 versus 1505.5, a 121.5% lead. Geekbench multi-core results place the AMD at 13957 against 6234, a 123.9% gap. PassMark multi-thread follows the same pattern, with 32916 versus 14700, again a 123.9% difference.

The single-core picture is closer but still favors AMD. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 1988 against 1875.5, a 6% lead. Geekbench single-core gives 2084 versus 1857, a 12.2% margin. PassMark single-thread records 3867 against 3508, a 10.2% edge. Cinebench R15 single-core shows the largest single-core gap: 301 versus 254, an 18.5% advantage for AMD.

Specialized workloads amplify the AMD lead even further. PassMark extended instructions records 29269 against 8748, a 234.6% advantage, the largest delta in the entire comparison. Data compression shows 404918 versus 158622, a 155.3% lead. Integer math delivers 121754 versus 51057, a 138.5% margin. Random string sorting produces 44552 versus 18269, a 143.9% difference. Floating point math gives 75153 versus 34405, a 118.4% gap.

Encryption and prime number workloads follow the trend. PassMark data encryption shows 20802 versus 10025, a 107.5% lead. Find prime numbers records 122 versus 58, a 110.3% margin. Physics simulation yields 1819 versus 1012, a 79.7% advantage, the smallest relative gap among multi-core tests but still a decisive win.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 claims every workload category in the comparison set. There is no benchmark in the head-to-head list where the Intel Core 7 150U records a victory.

For heavily threaded applications such as video rendering, 3D scene compilation, or software builds, the AMD part delivers more than double the performance in several tests. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 21812 points sits in a different performance class than the Intel's 8883 points. PassMark integer math at 121754 versus 51057 suggests strong throughput for computation-heavy tasks that rely on integer operations.

Single-threaded responsiveness also favors AMD, but by smaller margins. Applications that depend on a single core, such as lightweight scripting or UI interaction, see a modest advantage from the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375. The 6% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and the 10.2% lead in PassMark single-thread indicate a slight edge in everyday responsiveness, though not a transformative one.

For data compression and encryption workloads, the AMD part shows particularly strong results. The 155.3% lead in data compression and the 107.5% lead in data encryption suggest that archive operations, file transfers, and encrypted storage tasks will complete noticeably faster on the AMD platform.

The Intel Core 7 150U does not win any category in this data set. Its average benchmark score of 17395 places it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 89th percentile with an average score of 46030. The nearest rivals for the Intel part are AMD Ryzen 3 and Ryzen 5 desktop parts such as the Ryzen 5 4500 and Ryzen 3 210, with score deltas of 0.4% or less. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, by contrast, trades blows with the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and Intel Core i9-13900HX, with deltas of 0.1% or less.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 300 generation that mixes 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 7 150U uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-U codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm gives the AMD part a manufacturing advantage in density and efficiency potential.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part provides 10 cores and 12 threads. The AMD part has 12 more threads than the Intel part, a 100% increase in thread count. This explains much of the multi-core benchmark dominance.

Cache organization differs as well. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core, while the Intel part has 1.25 MB per core. The AMD part has 16 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel part has 12 MB of shared L3. The AMD L3 advantage of 4 MB contributes to its performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

The integrated graphics differ. AMD uses the Radeon 890M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The benchmark data does not include graphics tests, so relative GPU performance cannot be assessed from this data set.

Memory support diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory but has no recorded memory bandwidth figure in the database. The AMD part's support for LPDDR5X and its bandwidth advantage may benefit integrated graphics performance and memory-intensive tasks.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. This gives the AMD platform more headroom for NVMe storage and discrete GPU connectivity.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several core specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 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 the AMD part and 1.80 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 5.10 GHz for the AMD part and 5.40 GHz for the Intel part, meaning the Intel chip has a 0.3 GHz higher boost clock despite losing every benchmark.

Thermal design power differs significantly. The AMD part has a TDP of 28, while the Intel part has a TDP of 15. The AMD part draws more power under load, which aligns with its higher core count and thread count.

Sockets are incompatible. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1744. These are not interchangeable platforms.

The process node differs: 4 nm from TSMC for AMD versus 10 nm from Intel for the Intel part. The AMD part has a die size of 233 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Intel part.

Cache totals differ in L2 and L3. The AMD part has 1 MB L2 per core versus 1.25 MB per core for Intel. The AMD part has 16 MB L3 versus 12 MB shared L3 for Intel.

Memory support differs: DDR5 and LPDDR5X for AMD versus DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while no bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel part. Neither part supports ECC memory.

PCIe lane counts differ: 16 lanes for AMD versus 8 lanes for Intel, both Gen 4. The integrated graphics differ: Radeon 890M for AMD versus Iris Xe Graphics 96EU for Intel.

Release dates differ. The AMD part was released on 2024-06-30, while the Intel part was released on 2024-01-07. The Intel part came to market roughly six months earlier.

Neither part has a recorded launch MSRP. Both have locked multipliers. The AMD part number is 100-000001682, while the Intel part number is SRMYP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 7 150U has 10 cores and 12 threads. The AMD part offers double the thread count.

Q: What is the performance difference in multi-core workloads?

A: The AMD part leads by 145.5% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (21812 versus 8883) and by 123.9% in Geekbench multi-core (13957 versus 6234). PassMark multi-thread shows a 123.9% lead as well (32916 versus 14700).

Q: How do single-core scores compare?

A: The AMD part leads in every single-core test. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 6% lead (1988 versus 1875.5). Geekbench single-core shows a 12.2% lead (2084 versus 1857). PassMark single-thread shows a 10.2% lead (3867 versus 3508).

Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 150U is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a TDP of 28. The Intel Core 7 150U has a TDP of 15.

Q: Which processor has higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150U has a higher boost clock at 5.40 GHz. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 boosts to 5.10 GHz. Despite the higher boost clock, the Intel part loses all benchmark comparisons.

Q: How do the integrated graphics differ?

A: The AMD part uses the Radeon 890M. The Intel part uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores for either part.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 wins every recorded comparison against the Intel Core 7 150U. The largest margins appear in multi-core and specialized workloads, where the AMD part often doubles or more than doubles the Intel score. The smallest margin is 6% in Cinebench R23 single-core, still a clear win for AMD.

The AMD part's 12 cores and 24 threads against the Intel part's 10 cores and 12 threads provide the structural foundation for its multi-core dominance. The 4 nm process versus 10 nm gives AMD an efficiency and density advantage. The larger L3 cache (16 MB versus 12 MB) and higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s recorded versus no figure for Intel) support its performance in cache-sensitive and memory-heavy tasks.

The Intel Core 7 150U's higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz does not translate into benchmark victories. Its lower TDP of 15 against the AMD's 28 suggests it may fit in thinner, more power-constrained chassis, but the performance cost is substantial. The data shows a 145.5% deficit in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 234.6% deficit in extended instructions.

For users who need maximum throughput in rendering, compilation, data processing, or encryption workloads, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is the clear choice based on recorded performance. Its 89th percentile ranking against all CPUs places it in the upper tier of processors, competing with parts like the Intel Core i9-13900HX and Intel Core Ultra 5 235. The Intel Core 7 150U sits at the 71st percentile, competing with AMD Ryzen 3 and Ryzen 5 desktop parts.

For users who prioritize the lowest power draw and are willing to accept significantly lower performance, the Intel part has its TDP advantage. But the benchmark record shows no workload category where the Intel part comes out ahead. The choice, strictly from the data, is the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 for any performance-sensitive application.