AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 vs Intel Core 3 201E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 and Intel Core 3 201E occupy different performance tiers, and the recorded benchmark data shows a clear split between them. The AMD part, with 12 cores and 24 threads, is positioned for heavily threaded workloads that can exploit its wide parallel layout. The Intel Core 3 201E, with 4 cores and 8 threads, leans toward tasks where single-core efficiency and lower thread-count scaling dominate.

Looking at the available benchmark results, the Intel Core 3 201E holds a decisive advantage in single-threaded and lightly threaded operations. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3482, Cinebench R15 single-core score of 179, Cinebench R20 single-core score of 747, and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1780 all indicate strong per-core performance. These numbers suggest that applications relying on a single primary thread, such as older games, legacy productivity software, or certain scripting workloads, will see better responsiveness from the Intel chip.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475, by contrast, does not have benchmark entries in the database for any of the Cinebench tests or PassMark subtests. The only recorded data for the AMD part is its percentile rank of 50 among all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 0, meaning no direct measurements are available for comparison. This absence of data means that, strictly from the recorded facts, we cannot quantify the AMD part's wins in any specific workload. The Intel Core 3 201E, with a full suite of 17 benchmark entries, is the only one with measurable performance figures.

Nevertheless, the architectural specifications point to where the AMD part would likely dominate if data existed. With 12 cores versus 4, 24 threads versus 8, and a larger 16 MB L3 cache versus 12 MB, the AMD chip is built for parallel throughput. The Intel part's 4 cores and 8 threads limit its ceiling in multi-threaded rendering, video encoding, compilation, or scientific computation. The AMD part's 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth versus 76.8 GB/s also favors it in memory-intensive parallel tasks.

In the absence of head-to-head benchmark results in the database, the wins are distributed based on what is actually measured. The Intel Core 3 201E wins every recorded benchmark because it is the only part with recorded scores. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 wins by specification in multi-threaded scenarios, but that is an inference from core counts, cache sizes, and memory bandwidth, not a measured outcome.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Gorgon Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 3 201E uses the Bartlett Lake architecture, belongs to the Core 3 generation, and is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 163 mm².

Core configuration is the most striking difference. The AMD part has 12 physical cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part has 4 physical cores and 8 threads. This is a 3x core advantage for AMD in both raw cores and threads. Clock speeds tell a different story: the Intel part has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel chip runs at a much higher base frequency, which helps in sustained single-thread workloads, while the AMD chip offers a higher boost ceiling for short bursts.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both parts have an L1 cache of 80 KB per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core for the AMD part, while the Intel part has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is 16 MB for the AMD part versus 12 MB shared for the Intel part. The AMD chip thus has more total L3, which benefits workloads with large working sets that need to be shared across many cores.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, with dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD part does not support ECC memory, while the Intel part does. That makes the Intel chip more suitable for error-sensitive applications like server-adjacent workloads or data integrity-focused tasks.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip offers newer, faster PCIe lanes for storage or expansion cards, assuming the rest of the platform supports it.

Integrated graphics are another major split. The AMD part features the Radeon 890M, which is a high-end integrated GPU solution for a mobile chip. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, a more basic integrated solution. The AMD part is designed for mobile, using the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part is a desktop processor using Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 60 watts. This means the AMD chip is far more power-efficient for mobile use, while the Intel chip is more power-hungry but targets desktop installations where cooling is less constrained.

The process node difference is substantial: 4 nm versus 10 nm. The AMD part's denser process allows for more transistors or smaller physical size per function, though the AMD die is actually larger at 233 mm² versus 163 mm² because it packs 12 cores. The Intel part's 10 nm process is older and less dense, but its lower core count keeps the die smaller.

Market segment also differs: the AMD part is mobile, the Intel part is desktop. The AMD part's release date is December 31, 2025, while the Intel part's release date is January 12, 2025. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $134, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 versus the Intel Core 3 201E. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the wins count for both parts is zero. This means that no measured comparison exists between the two specific processors in the current dataset.

What does exist is a full benchmark suite for the Intel Core 3 201E. The Cinebench R15 multicore score is 1271, and the single-core score is 179. The Cinebench R20 multicore score is 5297, and the single-core score is 747. The Cinebench R23 multicore score is 12613, and the single-core score is 1780. These Cinebench results show a multicore-to-singlecore ratio that is typical for a 4-core, 8-thread processor: the multicore score is roughly 7.1x the single-core score in R23 (12613 divided by 1780), which aligns with the 8 threads available.

PassMark results for the Intel part provide additional depth. The data compression score is 164160, data encryption is 8931, extended instructions is 11035, find prime numbers is 57, floating point math is 33260, integer math is 43894, multithread is 14839, physics is 1141, random string sorting is 17783, and single thread is 3482. These scores place the Intel part in a specific performance band. Its percentile rank among all CPUs is 73, meaning it performs better than 73 percent of all processors in the database. Its average benchmark score is 19056.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core 3 201E provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS has an average score of 19047, which is essentially identical (delta of 0 percent). The Intel Core i5-12400F scores 19039, a 0.1 percent difference. The Intel Core i5-1335U scores 18982, a 0.4 percent difference. The AMD EPYC 7773X scores 18979, also a 0.4 percent difference. These delta values show that the Intel Core 3 201E sits in a tight cluster of processors with nearly identical average scores, all within 0.4 percent of each other. This is a remarkable grouping, indicating that the Intel part is competitive with a range of mid-range chips from both AMD and Intel, despite its lower core count.

For the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475, there are no benchmark scores, no rivals, and no head-to-head data. Its percentile rank of 50 places it exactly in the middle of all CPUs, but this is based on no measured scores. The average benchmark score of 0 suggests that the database has not yet recorded any performance data for this processor. This makes any direct comparison impossible from the existing facts.

The only way to interpret the head-to-head situation is to note that the Intel part is fully measured and well positioned among its peers, while the AMD part is unmeasured. The Intel part's performance cluster, with deltas of 0 to 0.4 percent against four different rivals, indicates that its measured scores are consistent with a mid-range processor. The AMD part's specifications suggest it would outperform the Intel part in multi-threaded tasks, but that conclusion cannot be supported by benchmark data because none exists.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for each?

A: The AMD part has 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Intel part has 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile rank?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E has a percentile rank of 73 among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has a percentile rank of 50.

Q: What are the market segments for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 is a mobile processor using AMD Socket FP8. The Intel Core 3 201E is a desktop processor using Intel Socket 1700.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: The AMD part has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel part has a TDP of 60 watts.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded data, the Intel Core 3 201E is the only processor with measurable benchmark results. Its average benchmark score of 19056 and percentile rank of 73 demonstrate that it sits in a solid mid-range position, matching closely with rivals like the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS (19047, zero percent delta) and the Intel Core i5-12400F (19039, 0.1 percent delta). For applications that depend on single-thread performance, the Intel part's scores of 3482 in PassMark single-thread and 1780 in Cinebench R23 single-core are the only relevant numbers in this comparison.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 has no benchmark data in the database. Its average score is zero, and it has no nearest rivals. This means that any claim about its performance would rely on specifications rather than measurements. From the specification sheet, the AMD part offers 12 cores, 24 threads, a larger 16 MB L3 cache, and higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. These features point toward superior multi-threaded capability, but without measured scores, that remains an inference.

For users who prioritize single-threaded responsiveness, low power draw, and a desktop platform, the Intel Core 3 201E has measurable evidence of its capabilities. Its 60-watt TDP is higher than the AMD part's 28 watts, but it also supports ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5, which may be relevant for certain professional or server-like use cases. Its launch MSRP of $134 provides a reference point for its market position.

For users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput, energy efficiency, and integrated graphics performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 is the better choice on paper. Its 12-core design with 24 threads, 4 nm process, and Radeon 890M graphics make it a compelling mobile part. However, the absence of any benchmark scores in the database means that its real-world performance cannot be verified through this data source.

The verdict is thus split by use case and data availability. The Intel Core 3 201E is the only part with verified performance, and it performs well in its measured cluster. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 475 is a higher-core-count mobile processor with a significantly lower TDP, but it has no recorded measurements. Users who require measured performance should select the Intel part. Users who rely on specifications and need 24 threads in a 28-watt mobile package should consider the AMD part, with the understanding that its scores are not yet recorded in the database.