AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 vs Intel Xeon 6505P Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between these two processors. The Intel Xeon 6505P dominates the majority of workloads, winning 12 of the 15 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 takes only 3 wins, but those victories are significant in their respective categories.

The largest margin of victory for Intel comes in Cinebench R23 single-core testing. The Xeon 6505P scores 4614 against the AMD's 2054, a 55.5% advantage. This is a substantial gap that indicates a major difference in per-thread performance under this specific rendering workload. Similarly, in Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel leads with 464 points versus 313, a 32.5% difference. The multi-core Cinebench R23 result also favors Intel heavily: 32687 versus 19095, a 41.6% lead. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the gap narrows considerably, with Intel scoring 3294 against AMD's 3234, a margin of only 1.8%.

The PassMark suite tells a more nuanced story. Intel wins passmark_data_compression with 480368 versus 461195, a 4% edge. Data encryption also goes to Intel: 24458 versus 22929, a 6.3% difference. Extended instructions favor Intel by 12.6%, with scores of 37515 and 32803. The find_prime_numbers test shows Intel ahead by 37.3%, scoring 217 against AMD's 136. Floating point math goes to Intel at 92992 versus 80023, a 13.9% lead. The multithread benchmark shows Intel at 38456 and AMD at 36402, a 5.3% margin. Physics testing heavily favors Intel, with 2991 versus 1915, a 36% difference. Random string sorting goes to Intel 52372 to 48824, a 6.8% edge.

The AMD processor's wins are concentrated in specific areas. Its most striking victory is in passmark_single_thread, where it scores 4050 against Intel's 3187, a 27.1% advantage. This is a noteworthy result, as it shows the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has a significant single-threaded performance lead in this particular benchmark, despite losing the Cinebench single-core tests by wide margins. The other AMD win comes in passmark_integer_math, where it scores 127573 against Intel's 120456, a 5.9% lead. These two wins, along with the narrow Cinebench R15 multi-core result, represent the full extent of AMD's success in these comparisons.

Looking at the aggregate data, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has an average benchmark score of 56306, placing it at the 92nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Xeon 6505P has an average score of 53701, placing it at the 91st percentile. Despite the Xeon winning more individual head-to-head tests, the AMD part has a higher overall average score. This is explained by the nearest rival data. The AMD chip's closest competitors include the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 with an average score of 56273 (0.1% difference), the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX at 56555 (0.4% higher), the Intel Core i9-14900HX at 56004 (0.5% lower), and the Intel Core 7 253PQE at 55919 (0.7% lower). The Intel Xeon 6505P's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-14700F at 53620 (0.2% lower), the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 at 53469 (0.4% lower), the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K at 54053 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X at 53288 (0.8% lower).

The discrepancy between head-to-head wins and average scores reflects the different benchmark compositions. The Xeon's large margins in Cinebench tests contribute significantly to its head-to-head success, while the AMD part's strong single-thread PassMark score and integer math performance help lift its overall average.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Xeon 6505P wins 12 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 wins 3 tests.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Intel Xeon 6505P leads by 55.5%. The second largest is in Cinebench R15 single-core, with Intel ahead by 32.5%.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 wins passmark_single_thread by 27.1%, passmark_integer_math by 5.9%, and comes close in Cinebench R15 multi-core, trailing by only 1.8%.

Q: How do the two processors compare in overall average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has an average score of 56306, ranking at the 92nd percentile. The Intel Xeon 6505P has an average score of 53701, ranking at the 91st percentile.

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470's closest rival is the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 with a 0.1% score difference, followed by the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX at 0.4%, the Intel Core i9-14900HX at 0.5%, and the Intel Core 7 253PQE at 0.7%. The Intel Xeon 6505P's closest rival is the Intel Core i7-14700F at 0.2%, followed by the Intel Xeon Phi 7290 at 0.4%, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K at 0.7%, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X at 0.8%.

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread PassMark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 scores 4050 in passmark_single_thread, while the Intel Xeon 6505P scores 3187. This gives AMD a 27.1% advantage in this specific test.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear recommendation for different use cases. The Intel Xeon 6505P is the stronger choice for multi-threaded rendering workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32687 is 41.6% higher than the AMD's 19095, and its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3294 edges out the AMD's 3234. It also leads in PassMark multithread, physics, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, and random string sorting.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 is the better option for single-threaded PassMark workloads, where its 27.1% lead in passmark_single_thread is substantial. It also wins integer math by 5.9% and has a higher overall average benchmark score of 56306 versus 53701. Its 92nd percentile ranking versus the Xeon's 91st percentile reflects this aggregate advantage.

However, the Xeon's wins are more numerous and often more decisive. The 55.5% Cinebench R23 single-core lead is particularly notable, as is the 41.6% multi-core lead. The Xeon also has a significant advantage in memory bandwidth, with 409.6 GB/s against the AMD's 89.6 GB/s, and an eight-channel memory bus versus dual-channel. These factors point toward the Xeon for memory-intensive server or workstation tasks.

The AMD part, with its 28 TDP versus the Xeon's 150 TDP, represents a much lower power envelope. Its mobile market segment and integrated Radeon 890M graphics make it suitable for portable systems. The Xeon has no integrated graphics, targeting server and workstation platforms where discrete GPUs are standard.

For users prioritizing Cinebench rendering performance, the Xeon 6505P is the clear winner. For users who value the PassMark single-thread score and integer math performance, along with a higher overall average score and lower power draw, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has compelling attributes.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel Xeon 6505P has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The AMD part has a TDP of 28, while the Intel part has a TDP of 150.

They use different sockets: AMD Socket FP8 for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and Intel Socket 4710 for the Xeon 6505P. The AMD processor is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 5 nm process at Intel.

Cache configurations differ notably. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 48 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs in bus width and bandwidth. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel memory bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR5 with an eight-channel memory bus and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD part offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part offers Gen 5 with 88 lanes (CPU only). The AMD processor includes integrated Radeon 890M graphics, while the Intel processor has no integrated graphics.

Market segments differ: the AMD part is mobile, the Intel part is server/workstation. Both are currently in active production. The AMD part was released on 2026-01-04, while the Intel part was released on 2025-02-23. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $563. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Both have locked multipliers.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the codename Gorgon Point, belonging to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Xeon 6505P uses the Granite Rapids architecture, belonging to the Xeon 6 generation based on Granite Rapids-SP.

Both processors have 12 cores and 24 threads, so core and thread counts match. The architectural differences manifest in clock behavior, cache hierarchy, and platform capabilities. The AMD part boosts to 5.20 GHz, significantly higher than the Intel part's 4.10 GHz boost. This likely contributes to the AMD's 27.1% lead in PassMark single-thread testing. However, the Intel part's higher base clock of 2.20 GHz versus 2.00 GHz provides a different performance baseline.

The cache architectures follow different philosophies. AMD distributes 80 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 per core, with a 16 MB L3 pool. Intel provides 112 KB of L1 and 2 MB of L2 per core, with a larger 48 MB shared L3 cache. The larger L3 on the Intel part likely benefits workloads with high data locality, while the per-core L2 allocation supports individual thread performance.

The memory architecture represents one of the most significant differences. The Intel Xeon 6505P's eight-channel DDR5 memory bus delivers 409.6 GB/s, over four times the AMD part's 89.6 GB/s from its dual-channel bus. This positions the Xeon for memory-bandwidth-hungry server workloads. The AMD part's support for LPDDR5X alongside DDR5 gives it flexibility for mobile platforms.

PCIe connectivity also differentiates the platforms. The Intel part provides Gen 5 with 88 lanes, supporting high-bandwidth peripherals and multi-GPU configurations typical of workstation and server environments. The AMD part offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes, sufficient for mobile platforms but far less expandable.

The process nodes differ: TSMC's 4 nm for AMD and Intel's 5 nm for the Intel part. The AMD processor has a die size of 233 mm², while no die size is recorded for the Intel part. The AMD part integrates Radeon 890M graphics, while the Intel part has no integrated graphics, consistent with its server/workstation focus.

The production status for both is active. The AMD part has the part number 100-000001937, while the Intel part has the part number SRVU7. These architectural differences explain much of the benchmark behavior observed in the head-to-head comparisons.