AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive matchup. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 wins all four recorded head-to-head tests against the Intel Processor N150, with no benchmark victories recorded for the Intel part. The magnitude of the AMD processor's advantage varies sharply between single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 21812 against the Intel Processor N150's 2590.5, a delta of 742%. That is nearly an eightfold difference in rendering throughput. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test tells a similar story: AMD scores 3334 versus Intel's 422.5, a 689.1% delta. These results align with the fundamental core and thread disparity between the two parts: the AMD processor fields 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Single-threaded performance is closer, though still firmly in AMD's favor. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 1988 against the N150's 935, a 112.6% delta. The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows AMD at 301 versus Intel at 153.15, a 96.5% delta. The AMD processor roughly doubles the Intel part in single-threaded work, which is notable because the Intel Processor N150's boost clock is 3.60 GHz while the AMD part boosts to 5.10 GHz. The AMD processor's Zen 5 architecture also contributes to this lead.

The database also records the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375's broader benchmark footprint. Its PassMark single-thread score is 3867, and its PassMark multi-thread score is 32916. The Intel Processor N150 does not have corresponding PassMark entries in the recorded data, so direct comparison on those specific workloads is not possible. However, the Cinebench results alone establish the performance hierarchy.

The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is 46030, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Processor N150's average benchmark score is 1025, which puts it in the 28th percentile. The distance between these two percentile rankings is substantial: the AMD part sits near the top of the database while the Intel part sits in the lower third.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375's nearest rivals in the database, based on average score, are the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 at 46062 (a -0.1% delta), the AMD EPYC 4364P at 45970 (a 0.1% delta), the Intel Core i9-13900HX at 46098 (a -0.1% delta), and the AMD EPYC 7303 at 45960 (a 0.2% delta). This cluster indicates that the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 performs in the same tier as those desktop and mobile parts, despite being a 28 W mobile processor.

The Intel Processor N150's nearest rivals are the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T at 1024 (a 0.1% delta), the Intel Core i3-4340 at 1026 (a -0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U at 1024 (a 0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i7-5650U at 1027 (a -0.2% delta). Those rivals represent much older or lower-tier hardware, confirming that the N150 occupies a far lower performance stratum.

The Verdict

The data points to two processors with entirely different design goals. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is a high-end mobile processor. Its 89th percentile ranking, its 12 cores and 24 threads, and its 5.10 GHz boost clock all indicate a part built for demanding multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The Intel Processor N150, with its 28th percentile ranking, 4 cores and 4 threads, and 3.60 GHz boost clock, is engineered for minimal power draw and basic computing tasks.

The head-to-head results leave no ambiguity. The AMD processor leads by 742% in Cinebench R23 multi-core and by 112.6% in Cinebench R23 single-core. These are not marginal differences; they represent entirely different performance classes. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-13900HX, a flagship-class mobile processor from a previous generation, while the Intel N150's nearest rivals are processors from the early 2010s or low-power mobile chips.

The power envelope further separates these parts. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 W. The Intel part consumes roughly one-fifth the power budget, which explains its lower performance ceiling. The database does not record any thermal or power-efficiency metrics beyond TDP, but the raw benchmark scores make it clear that the Intel N150's advantage would have to come from power efficiency, not raw performance.

For users who need multi-core rendering performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is the only choice supported by the data. For users who prioritize minimal power draw above all else, the Intel Processor N150 offers a far lower TDP. The benchmark results do not record any scenario where the Intel part wins, so the verdict follows the numbers: the AMD processor dominates in every measured workload.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 wins in all recorded benchmark categories. Its strengths are most pronounced in multi-threaded workloads, where its 12 cores and 24 threads provide a massive parallel throughput advantage. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21812 versus 2590.5 demonstrates this clearly. The AMD part also wins single-threaded workloads, with its 5.10 GHz boost clock and Zen 5 architecture delivering a 112.6% advantage in Cinebench R23 single-core over the Intel N150.

The Intel Processor N150 has no recorded benchmark wins. Its strengths are architectural rather than performance-based. With a 6 W TDP, it draws far less power than the AMD part's 28 W TDP. The Intel part also supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 memory, whereas the AMD part supports only DDR5 and LPDDR5X. This memory flexibility could matter for certain system designs, though the Intel part's single-channel memory bus limits its memory bandwidth to 38.4 GB/s compared to the AMD part's dual-channel 89.6 GB/s.

The Intel Processor N150 uses a 10 nm process node from Intel, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC. The smaller process node contributes to the AMD part's higher performance and efficiency. The Intel part's 6 MB shared L3 cache is smaller than the AMD part's 16 MB L3 cache, and the Intel part's 2 MB shared L2 cache is organized differently from the AMD part's 1 MB per-core L2 cache.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 includes the Radeon 890M integrated graphics, while the Intel Processor N150 includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not record integrated graphics benchmarks, so no direct comparison is possible. The AMD part's PCIe Gen 4 interface with 16 lanes offers more bandwidth than the Intel part's PCIe Gen 3 interface with 9 lanes.

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 Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the difference in Cinebench R23 multi-core scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 scores 21812, while the Intel Processor N150 scores 2590.5. The AMD part leads by 742%.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 boosts to 5.10 GHz. The Intel Processor N150 boosts to 3.60 GHz.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Processor N150 is in the 28th percentile.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Processor N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 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 node at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, which is part of the Intel Processor generation based on Alder Lake-N, and is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel.

The cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of shared L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part's per-core L2 design scales with its 12 cores, while the Intel part's shared L2 is smaller overall.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth and supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Processor N150 uses a single-channel memory bus with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth and supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5. The AMD processor's memory bandwidth is more than double the Intel part's, which matters for memory-intensive workloads.

The PCIe capabilities differ as well. The AMD processor offers PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor offers PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes. The AMD part's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count provide more headroom for discrete GPUs or fast NVMe storage. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

The integrated graphics differ: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 includes Radeon 890M graphics, while the Intel Processor N150 includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores for either part, so no performance comparison is available.

The socket types reflect their different platforms. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1264. The AMD part was released on 2024-06-30, and the Intel part was released on 2024-11-19. Both are listed as active production parts. Neither has a multiplier unlock feature.