AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 vs Intel Processor U303L Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and Intel Processor U303L occupy different tiers of the mobile processor market, with the AMD part clearly positioned as a high-performance option and the Intel part serving a more modest role. The database contains a full benchmark profile for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, while the Intel Processor U303L has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the comparison, but the available specifications and the AMD chip’s performance data still provide a clear picture of how these two processors differ.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 delivers a complete set of benchmark results, while the Intel Processor U303L has no recorded scores in the database. This means there are no direct head-to-head numbers for these two specific processors. However, the AMD chip’s performance can be contextualized against its nearest rivals in the database, which include Intel and AMD server and mobile parts.

The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 achieves an average benchmark score of 46030 across all recorded tests. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235, posts an average score of 46062, a difference of 0.1% in favor of the Intel part. The AMD EPYC 4364P scores 45970, putting the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 0.1% ahead. The Intel Core i9-13900HX records 46098, which is 0.1% higher than the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, and the AMD EPYC 7303 scores 45960, placing the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 0.2% ahead. These delta values are all within a fraction of a percent, indicating that the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 sits in a tightly contested performance band.

The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database, meaning it outperforms the vast majority of recorded processors. In contrast, the Intel Processor U303L sits in the 50th percentile, a median position. The lack of benchmark data for the Intel part means its percentile is derived from its specifications rather than measured performance, but the gap between the 89th and 50th percentile rankings underscores the performance differential between the two.

Since the Intel Processor U303L has no benchmark scores, the head-to-head comparison relies on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375’s absolute numbers. In Cinebench R15, the AMD chip scores 3334 in multi-core and 301 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it posts 21812 multi-core and 1988 single-core. Geekbench results show 13957 multi-core and 2084 single-core. PassMark tests include multithread at 32916, single-thread at 3867, integer math at 121754, floating point math at 75153, data encryption at 20802, data compression at 404918, extended instructions at 29269, find prime numbers at 122, physics at 1819, and random string sorting at 44552.

These numbers establish a baseline for the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375’s capability, but without Intel Processor U303L scores, there is no direct delta to report. The database records zero wins for either processor in head-to-head tests, which reflects the absence of paired benchmark data rather than a competitive tie.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 demonstrates clear strengths across every benchmark category where it has recorded data. Its multi-core performance is particularly strong, as shown by the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21812 and Geekbench multi-core score of 13957. These results indicate that the 12-core, 24-thread configuration handles heavily threaded workloads effectively. The PassMark multithread score of 32916 reinforces this, as does the integer math score of 121754 and floating point math score of 75153.

The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 also shows strong single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1988, Geekbench single-core score of 2084, and PassMark single-thread score of 3867. This combination of multi-core and single-core strength suggests balanced capability across different application types. The data encryption score of 20802 and data compression score of 404918 indicate solid performance in security and compression tasks. The extended instructions score of 29269 points to capable SIMD and vector processing, which benefits scientific and multimedia applications.

The Intel Processor U303L has no recorded wins because it has no benchmark scores in the database. Its specifications suggest a different use case: 5 cores, 6 threads, a base clock of 1.20 GHz, and a boost clock of 2.60 GHz. These are modest figures compared to the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375’s 12 cores, 24 threads, 2.00 GHz base, and 5.10 GHz boost. The Intel part also carries a 15 W TDP versus the AMD chip’s 28 W TDP, indicating a lower power envelope that might suit fanless or passively cooled designs, but the database provides no performance data to confirm this.

The absence of benchmark scores for the Intel Processor U303L means the database cannot attribute any wins to it. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375, by virtue of having a full benchmark profile, holds wins in every measured category by default. This is not a meaningful competitive result, but it reflects the data available.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear distinction between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 delivers high-end performance across all benchmark categories, with an 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its 12 cores, 24 threads, and 5.10 GHz boost clock place it in a performance class that rivals server-class parts like the AMD EPYC 4364P and Intel Core i9-13900HX, both of which sit within 0.2% of its average benchmark score.

The Intel Processor U303L, with no benchmark scores, cannot be evaluated on performance. Its 50th percentile ranking and specifications indicate a lower-tier offering. The 5-core, 6-thread configuration with a 2.60 GHz boost clock and 15 W TDP positions it for basic computing tasks, but the database lacks the measured results to quantify its capability.

For users who require strong multi-threaded performance, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is the clear choice based on data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21812 and Geekbench multi-core score of 13957 indicate that it can handle demanding workloads such as video rendering, software compilation, and scientific simulation. The single-thread scores, including 1988 in Cinebench R23 and 2084 in Geekbench, also support responsive everyday use.

The Intel Processor U303L’s role in the database is defined by its specifications rather than its measured performance. With a 15 W TDP and 6 threads, it appears suited for low-power systems where battery life and thermal output take priority over raw speed. The database does not contain the data to confirm any performance advantage, so any assertion about its real-world capability would be speculation.

The verdict from the data is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is a high-performance mobile processor, while the Intel Processor U303L is a modest entry in the database with unmeasured performance. Users should rely on the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375’s benchmark results for any performance-sensitive workload, and treat the Intel part’s capabilities as unverified.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has an average benchmark score of 46030 across all recorded tests. Its nearest rivals, the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and Intel Core i9-13900HX, score 46062 and 46098 respectively, resulting in a 0.1% difference in both cases.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 rank against all CPUs in the database?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Processor U303L ranks in the 50th percentile.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Processor U303L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock speed for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Processor U303L has a boost clock of 2.60 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Processor U303L have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the Intel Processor U303L has no recorded benchmark scores. Its performance data is absent, so all comparisons rely on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375’s measured results.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Processor U303L has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses Radeon 890M graphics. The Intel Processor U303L uses UHD Graphics 96EU.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and Intel Processor U303L differ substantially in architecture. The AMD part uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Strix Point codename, belonging to 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 part uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, belonging to the Intel Processor generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with no die size recorded.

Core configurations diverge significantly. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Processor U303L provides 5 cores and 6 threads. The AMD chip’s base clock is 2.00 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel chip’s base clock is 1.20 GHz with a boost clock of 2.60 GHz. These differences directly impact multi-threaded performance, as evidenced by the AMD chip’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 21812.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel chip has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip’s larger L3 cache, combined with more cores, contributes to its higher multi-threaded scores.

Memory support varies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Processor U303L supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus, but no memory bandwidth figure is recorded. The AMD chip’s higher memory bandwidth supports its data-intensive workloads, such as the PassMark data compression score of 404918.

PCIe configurations differ as well. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This gives the AMD part more headroom for expansion devices such as NVMe storage or discrete GPUs.

The sockets are incompatible. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel Processor U303L uses Intel Socket 1700. This means they cannot be interchanged in the same motherboard.

Integrated graphics differ, with the AMD chip featuring Radeon 890M and the Intel chip featuring UHD Graphics 96EU. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores for either part, so the comparison stops at the specifications.

The process nodes differ, with AMD using a 4 nm TSMC process and Intel using a 10 nm process. The AMD chip’s smaller process node likely contributes to its higher clock speeds and lower power draw per core, although both parts carry modest TDPs: 28 W for AMD and 15 W for Intel.

The release dates show the AMD chip launched on 2024-06-30, while the Intel chip launched on 2024-04-07. Both parts are listed as Active in production status. The Intel Processor U303L has a launch MSRP of $285, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has no launch MSRP recorded.

Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they do not support overclocking. Neither supports ECC memory. The AMD chip’s part number is 100-000001682, and the Intel chip’s part number is SRPKEQ5CV.

The architectural differences explain the performance gap. The AMD chip’s 12 cores, 24 threads, higher clocks, and larger cache give it a decisive advantage in multi-threaded benchmarks. The Intel chip’s 5 cores, 6 threads, and lower clocks place it in a different performance tier, one that the database cannot quantify due to missing benchmark data.