AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data splits these two processors into clearly different roles. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 wins 9 of 11 head-to-head tests, with its largest advantages in data compression (33.2% ahead), random string sorting (36.6% ahead), and extended instructions (29.6% ahead). It also holds a 17.2% lead in multithreaded performance and a 27.1% lead in integer math. The Intel Core 5 223PE takes only 2 wins: prime number finding (18.2% ahead) and physics simulation (24.7% ahead). The AMD part sits at the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel lands at the 87th percentile. Buyers needing broad all-core throughput, encryption, compression, or instruction-heavy workloads should pick the AMD. Users prioritizing physics simulation or prime number workloads, plus those needing a desktop socket with PCIe Gen 5, should pick the Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 uses a Zen 5 architecture on the Gorgon Point codename, built on TSMC's 4 nm process with a die size of 233 mm². It belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on Intel's 10 nm process and belongs to the Core 5 generation. AMD's part has 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads. Both share the same base L1 cache of 80 KB per core and the same 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, but the L2 and L3 layouts differ: AMD uses 1 MB L2 per core with 16 MB L3, while Intel uses 2 MB L2 per core with 24 MB shared L3. Both support ECC memory, but AMD is a mobile part on AMD Socket FP8, and Intel is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1700. AMD's integrated graphics are Radeon 890M; Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes; Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Both parts are locked (multiplier unlocked is false) and both are active production parts. The AMD releases on 2026-01-04, and the Intel on 2026-03-08. The Intel has a launch MSRP of $232.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 dominates the PassMark suite. In data compression, AMD scores 461650 against Intel's 346623, a 33.2% margin. Random string sorting shows the largest gap: AMD at 48894 versus Intel at 35798, a 36.6% difference. Extended instructions favor AMD 31969 to 24672, a 29.6% lead. Integer math puts AMD at 126829 versus Intel's 99819, a 27.1% advantage. Data encryption goes to AMD 23132 against 18448, a 25.4% gap. Multithread performance gives AMD 36487 versus 31124, a 17.2% lead. Floating point math is closer: AMD at 79887 and Intel at 76468, a 4.5% edge. Single-thread performance is nearly identical: AMD scores 4301 compared to Intel's 4219, a 1.9% margin.

Intel's two wins are concentrated in specific workloads. Prime number finding favors Intel 159 to AMD's 130, an 18.2% advantage. Physics simulation gives Intel 2493 versus AMD's 1877, a 24.7% lead. These results indicate the Intel core design has particular strength in integer-heavy scalar loops and physics calculations, even though it loses the broader integer math test.

The aggregate picture is clear. AMD's average benchmark score is 74496, while Intel's is 40585. AMD sits at the 94th percentile of all CPUs; Intel sits at the 87th. AMD's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (delta -0.2%), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 (delta -0.4%), AMD EPYC 4545P (delta -1.2%), and Intel Core Ultra 9 285 (delta -1.3%). Intel's nearest rivals are the Intel Core 7 253PE (delta 0.1%), Intel Xeon 6357P (delta -0.1%), Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (delta 0.2%), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G (delta -0.3%). This means the AMD chip competes with high-end desktop and workstation parts, while the Intel chip trades blows with mid-range mobile and desktop processors. The AMD part is effectively 83.5% higher in average score than the Intel part, a massive gap driven by the 50% core count and 50% thread count advantage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 | Intel Core 5 223PE |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 12 | 8 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not listed |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die size | 233 mm² | Not listed |

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-01-04 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $232 |

| Part number | 100-000001683 | SA4QF |

Shared specifications include L1 cache at 80 KB per core, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC memory support, locked multiplier, and active production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor wins in single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 wins PassMark single-thread with a score of 4301 versus Intel's 4219, a 1.9% margin.

Q: What workloads does the Intel Core 5 223PE win?

A: The Intel chip wins prime number finding (159 versus 130, 18.2% ahead) and physics simulation (2493 versus 1877, 24.7% ahead).

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: Both processors have 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth with a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has an average benchmark score of 74496, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 40585. The AMD part is at the 94th percentile of all CPUs; the Intel part is at the 87th percentile.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 and the Intel Core 5 223PE support ECC memory.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65 W.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 wins in data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. This makes it the stronger choice for compression workloads, encryption tasks, instruction-heavy code, general integer and floating point processing, multithreaded applications, and sorting algorithms. Its 12 cores and 24 threads give it a structural advantage in parallel workloads, and its 28 W TDP means it delivers this performance at a much lower power envelope than the Intel part. The 4 nm TSMC process and Zen 5 architecture support these results.

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins prime number finding and physics simulation. These two wins point to specific strengths in scalar integer loops and physics calculations. Its higher base clock of 2.90 GHz (versus 2.00 GHz) likely contributes to these wins. The desktop socket, PCIe Gen 5 support, and larger 24 MB shared L3 cache give it platform advantages for desktop builders. Its 65 W TDP is higher than AMD's 28 W, but it enables the higher base clock.

The overall data shows the AMD part is the stronger all-around processor, with 9 wins versus 2 wins, a higher average benchmark score (74496 versus 40585), and a higher percentile ranking (94 versus 87). The Intel part is competitive only in narrow workloads. For a desktop build needing PCIe Gen 5 and DDR4 support, the Intel part has platform appeal. For mobile use, lower power consumption, and broad performance wins, the AMD part is the clear choice. The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745, AMD EPYC 4545P, and Intel Core Ultra 9 285, all within 1.3% of its average score. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 7 253PE, Intel Xeon 6357P, Intel Core Ultra X7 368H, and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G, all within 0.3% of its average score. This placement confirms the AMD processor sits in a higher performance class entirely.