AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 leads the Intel Core 7 253PE in 12 of 17 benchmark comparisons, with its most decisive advantages appearing in multi-threaded rendering and specialized instruction workloads. The Intel part counters with wins in 5 tests, primarily in single-threaded integer tasks and floating-point math, but its overall average benchmark score of 40,557 trails the AMD processor’s 47,022 by a substantial margin. The data positions the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 as the stronger all-around performer, while the Core 7 253PE holds specific niches where its higher boost clock and larger shared cache pay off.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 dominates in every Cinebench test, both multi-core and single-core, with consistent deltas between 14.4% and 14.7%. That uniformity suggests a fundamental throughput advantage across rendering workloads, not a single-application quirk. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration with Zen 5 architecture clearly outpaces the 10-core, 20-thread Intel part in sustained compute tasks. The Ryzen also wins heavily in data compression (22.8% ahead), data encryption (15.2% ahead), extended instructions (34.6% ahead), random string sorting (38.4% ahead), multithread tests (15.1% ahead), and integer math (4.7% ahead). These results indicate a processor built for productivity suites, database work, and content creation where parallel execution and instruction-level efficiency matter.

The Intel Core 7 253PE takes the remaining five tests: find prime numbers (9.4% ahead), floating-point math (7.7% ahead), physics (0.1% ahead), and the two identical single-thread tests at 1% ahead. The prime-number and floating-point wins point to scenarios where Intel’s higher 5.50 GHz boost clock over AMD’s 5.10 GHz can overcome core-count disadvantages. The physics test is effectively a tie at 1,843 versus 1,845, within noise. The Intel part’s single-thread score of 3,955 versus AMD’s 3,914 shows a narrow edge, but that advantage does not translate into Cinebench single-core leadership, where AMD wins by 14.7%. In practice, the Intel processor suits workloads that are latency-bound and scalar, while the AMD processor handles everything that can be parallelized.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 scores 28,529 versus Intel’s 24,880, a 14.7% advantage. This is the largest multi-core Cinebench delta in the head-to-head data.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 253PE win any single-threaded benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark single-thread with 3,955 against AMD’s 3,914, a 1% lead. However, AMD wins Cinebench R23 single-core with 4,027 versus 3,512, a 14.7% margin.

Q: How large is the gap in extended instruction workloads?

A: AMD leads PassMark extended instructions by 34.6%, scoring 29,351 versus Intel’s 21,806. This is the second-largest percentage win for either processor in the comparison.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel Core 7 253PE supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, both have multiplierUnlocked set to false, meaning neither processor supports user overclocking through multiplier adjustment.

Q: Which processor has the higher overall benchmark percentile?

A: AMD sits at the 89th percentile versus Intel’s 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database. AMD’s average benchmark score is 47,022, while Intel’s is 40,557.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking result is the extended instructions test, where AMD scores 29,351 against Intel’s 21,806, a 34.6% lead. This workload likely reflects the Zen 5 architecture’s superior handling of AVX-512 or similar instruction sets, giving AMD a massive edge in scientific computing and data processing. Random string sorting shows an even larger relative gap at 38.4% (45,358 versus 32,777), indicating that AMD’s memory subsystem and cache hierarchy handle data reordering far more efficiently.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, AMD posts 28,529 versus Intel’s 24,880, a 14.7% difference that repeats almost exactly across R15, R20, and R23 for both multi-core and single-core variants. The consistency of this delta across three Cinebench generations suggests a stable architectural advantage rather than benchmark-specific optimization. AMD’s single-core Cinebench R23 score of 4,027 versus Intel’s 3,512 (14.7% ahead) is particularly notable because Intel’s PassMark single-thread win at 1% shows that raw clock speed alone does not determine single-core performance.

Intel’s strongest counter is floating-point math, where it scores 80,870 versus AMD’s 74,626, a 7.7% win. The prime-number test also favors Intel at 138 versus 125, a 9.4% margin. These two results suggest that Intel’s FPU pipeline and integer division units operate more efficiently per cycle. The physics test is a virtual tie at 1,845 versus 1,843, a 0.1% delta, which means neither processor has a meaningful edge in that simulated workload. Intel’s PassMark single-thread lead of 1% (3,955 versus 3,914) and its data compression loss of 22.8% (339,133 versus 416,331) together paint a picture of a processor that is competitive on scalar tasks but falls behind when data volume grows.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ: AMD offers 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel provides 10 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 2.50 GHz for Intel, but boost clocks reverse the order with AMD at 5.10 GHz and Intel at 5.50 GHz. Thermal design power shows a major split: AMD is rated at 28 watts, while Intel is rated at 65 watts. The sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket FP8, Intel uses Socket 1700. Process nodes differ significantly, with AMD on TSMC’s 4 nm process and Intel on its own 10 nm process. AMD’s die size is 233 mm², while Intel’s die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache configurations vary in the L2 and L3 levels. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 per core, but AMD uses 1 MB of L2 per core versus Intel’s 2 MB per core. The shared L3 cache favors Intel at 33 MB versus AMD’s 16 MB. Memory support overlaps on DDR5, but AMD adds LPDDR5X while Intel retains DDR4 compatibility. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and both support ECC memory. PCIe generations differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon 890M for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The market segments differ, with AMD classified as Mobile and Intel as Desktop. Release dates are January 2025 for AMD and March 2026 for Intel. Intel carries a launch MSRP of $384, while AMD’s launch MSRP is not recorded.

Architecture Differences

AMD builds on the Zen 5 architecture with the Strix Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The 4 nm TSMC process enables a 28-watt TDP while sustaining 12 cores and 24 threads. Intel’s Bartlett Lake codename uses a 10 nm Intel process and reaches 65 watts for 10 cores and 20 threads. The process node difference explains much of the efficiency gap: AMD delivers more cores at less than half the TDP.

Cache architecture diverges notably. Intel’s 2 MB L2 per core doubles AMD’s 1 MB per core, and Intel’s 33 MB shared L3 more than doubles AMD’s 16 MB. That extra cache likely drives Intel’s wins in prime-number finding and floating-point math, where data reuse benefits from larger on-die storage. AMD compensates with a smaller die (233 mm² versus no recorded Intel die size) and a denser process, allowing higher core counts within a mobile power envelope.

The integrated graphics differ sharply: AMD’s Radeon 890M is a high-end iGPU capable of light gaming and media work, while Intel’s UHD Graphics 730 is a basic display-output solution. PCIe support also diverges, with Intel offering Gen 5 connectivity versus AMD’s Gen 4. Memory flexibility favors Intel in one respect: DDR4 support allows cheaper builds, while AMD’s LPDDR5X support targets thin-and-light laptops. Both processors support ECC memory, an unusual feature for consumer parts.

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is the clear winner for multi-threaded productivity. Its 14.7% lead across every Cinebench test, combined with 22.8% faster data compression and 15.1% faster multithread performance, makes it the better choice for rendering, compilation, and data-heavy workflows. The 89th percentile ranking versus Intel’s 87th, plus an average benchmark score of 47,022 versus 40,557, confirms its overall superiority. The 28-watt TDP also means it delivers this performance in a far more power-efficient package, suitable for mobile platforms.

The Intel Core 7 253PE appeals to a narrower set of workloads. Its 5.50 GHz boost clock and 33 MB shared L3 cache give it edges in floating-point math (7.7% ahead), prime-number finding (9.4% ahead), and PassMark single-thread (1% ahead). Those wins matter for scientific simulations, numerical analysis, and legacy single-threaded applications. The 65-watt TDP and desktop Socket 1700 indicate a traditional tower build, and the launch MSRP of $384 provides a fixed reference point. For users whose primary tasks are scalar math or single-threaded code, the Intel part delivers those specific results, but the data shows AMD wins the broader performance contest by a wide margin.