AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 and the Intel Core i5-14490F are very different processors, one designed for high-end mobile computing and the other for desktop systems. The benchmark data records a dominant performance narrative, with the AMD part securing 16 wins out of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The only exception is the PassMark physics test, where the Intel chip comes out ahead.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most significant advantage for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 appears in the PassMark integer math test. The AMD processor scores 119,521 compared to Intel's 87,844, a delta of 36.1%. This is the largest percentage lead in the recorded data. The extended instructions test shows a similar gulf, with AMD's 29,351 beating Intel's 21,731 by 35.1%. These results indicate that the Zen 5 architecture has a substantial efficiency advantage in these specific workloads.

The Cinebench suite shows a consistent pattern of AMD dominance. Across all three versions of the benchmark (R15, R20, and R23), the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 wins both the single-core and multi-core tests by nearly identical margins. The multi-core deltas are all 24%, with scores of 2,875 vs. 2,318 in R15, 11,982 vs. 9,660 in R20, and 28,529 vs. 23,000 in R23. The single-core results are similarly lopsided, with deltas of 23.9% in R15 (405 vs. 327) and 24.1% in R20 (1,691 vs. 1,363). This uniformity suggests a clear IPC and clock speed advantage for the AMD design in both lightly threaded and fully threaded rendering tasks.

The memory-related and data-processing benchmarks also favor AMD. The data compression test shows a 22.4% lead (416,331 vs. 340,026), while random string sorting goes to AMD by 27.4% (45,358 vs. 35,608). The PassMark multithread score gives AMD a 17.5% edge (33,689 vs. 28,662). The data encryption test is closer but still firmly in AMD's favor, with a 16.2% delta (21,186 vs. 18,225). Floating point math shows a 12.1% lead for AMD (74,626 vs. 66,558).

The only Intel victory in the entire dataset comes from the PassMark physics test. The Core i5-14490F scores 2,093 against AMD's 1,843, a delta of -11.9% from the AMD perspective. This is a notable result because it indicates that in this specific simulation workload, the Intel processor's architecture, likely its higher base clock of 2.50 GHz, provides a tangible advantage. It is also interesting to note that the single-threaded PassMark scores are nearly identical. AMD's 3,914 is only 1.1% higher than Intel's 3,873, and the prime number search test is almost a tie, with AMD leading by just 2.5% (125 vs. 122). This shows that while the AMD chip wins the vast majority of tests, the Intel part remains competitive in certain narrow, single-threaded or physics-based scenarios.

The average benchmark score in the database reinforces the overall picture. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has an average score of 47,022, which places it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-14490F has an average score of 38,149, placing it in the 86th percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip are the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 (0.1% higher average), the Intel Core i7-13700K (0.3% higher), the Intel Core i9-12900F (0.3% lower), and the Intel Core i7-13700KF (0.6% lower). The Intel i5-14490F sits in a different performance class, with its closest rivals being the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T (0.1% lower), the Intel Core i5-13600KF (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 250 (0.2% lower), and the Intel Core i5-13600HX (0.3% lower). This puts the AMD part in contention with high-end desktop processors from previous generations, while the Intel chip is grouped with more mainstream parts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing processes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 uses a 4 nm process node manufactured by TSMC, while the Intel Core i5-14490F uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own fabs. The AMD chip is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Strix Point and is part of the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation, which uses a combination of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel chip uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation.

The core and thread counts differ significantly. The AMD processor has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel processor has 10 cores and 16 threads. This gives the AMD part a 20% advantage in core count and a 50% advantage in thread count. The cache configurations also differ. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while Intel has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is a larger difference: AMD has 16 MB, while Intel has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This larger last-level cache on the Intel part could help explain its competitive performance in the physics test.

The TDP figures are dramatically different. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has a TDP of 28 watts, which is typical for a mobile processor. The Intel Core i5-14490F has a TDP of 65 watts, a desktop-class power envelope. This means the AMD chip delivers its significantly higher benchmark scores while consuming less than half the thermal design power. The base and boost clocks also show different strategies. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel part has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz but a lower boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The higher base clock on the Intel part is likely why it performs better in the PassMark physics test, which may not fully utilize boost clocks.

Memory support is another area of divergence. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a measured memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also with a dual-channel bus, but no memory bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, while the Intel chip does not. The integrated graphics are a major differentiator. The AMD chip includes a Radeon 890M integrated GPU, while the Intel chip has no integrated graphics, as indicated by the N/A entry in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear winner for most workloads. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is ahead in 16 of the 17 recorded benchmarks. Its leads in Cinebench multi-core and single-core tests are substantial and consistent, ranging from 23.9% to 24.1% across all versions. For users running rendering, video encoding, or other heavily threaded applications, the AMD processor is the better choice according to the recorded data. Its 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with the Zen 5 architecture, result in a 24% lead in R23 multi-core performance.

The AMD chip also leads in data compression, encryption, and string sorting, making it suitable for database and general productivity tasks. Its 36.1% lead in integer math and 35.1% lead in extended instructions suggest strong performance in scientific and financial computing workloads. The integrated Radeon 890M graphics provide a functional GPU, which is a benefit for systems that do not use a discrete graphics card. The 28-watt TDP also means it can deliver this performance in a mobile form factor, which is a distinct advantage in the laptop market.

The Intel Core i5-14490F is not without merit. Its win in the PassMark physics test (2,093 vs. 1,843) shows that it handles certain simulation tasks better. Its higher base clock of 2.50 GHz and larger 24 MB L3 cache likely contribute to this. For a desktop system where power consumption is less of a concern and the workload is focused on physics-based simulation, the Intel part has a specific, measurable advantage. The near-tie in PassMark single-threaded scores (3,914 vs. 3,873) also indicates that for simple, single-threaded tasks, the two chips are effectively equal.

The overall average benchmark scores confirm the performance hierarchy. With an average score of 47,022, the AMD chip sits in the 89th percentile, competing with parts like the Intel Core i7-13700K and the Intel Core i9-12900F. The Intel chip's average score of 38,149 places it in the 86th percentile, alongside the Intel Core i5-13600KF. The data suggests that the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is the superior processor in almost every measurable way, delivering desktop-class performance in a 28-watt mobile package.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. The AMD chip has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz; the Intel chip has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The TDP is 28 watts for AMD and 65 watts for Intel. The AMD chip uses the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses the Intel Socket 1700. The process node is 4 nm (TSMC) for AMD and 10 nm (Intel) for Intel. The die size is 233 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core for AMD and 1.25 MB per core for Intel. The L3 cache is 16 MB for AMD and 24 MB shared for Intel. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD chip has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while no figure is recorded for Intel. ECC memory is supported on the AMD chip but not on the Intel chip. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for AMD and Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. The AMD chip has integrated Radeon 890M graphics, while the Intel chip has no integrated graphics. The market segment is Mobile for AMD and Desktop for Intel. The release date is January 2025 for AMD and December 2023 for Intel. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier, and no launch MSRP is recorded for either.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher core count?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Do either of these processors have integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 includes a Radeon 890M integrated GPU, while the Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Core i5-14490F beat the AMD processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F wins the PassMark physics test with a score of 2,093, compared to the AMD processor's 1,843.

Q: How do the memory bandwidth figures compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. No memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel Core i5-14490F.

Q: What are the market segments for these chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375 is a Mobile processor, while the Intel Core i5-14490F is a Desktop processor.