AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 sits in the 94th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 7 253PE is in the 87th percentile. The AMD chip also posts a significantly higher average benchmark score of 74,496 compared to Intel's 40,557.

Q: Which CPU wins more head-to-head tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 wins 9 out of 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The Intel Core 7 253PE wins only 2 tests: passmark_find_prime_numbers and passmark_floating_point_math.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 scores 4,301 in passmark_single_thread, which is 8.7% ahead of the Intel Core 7 253PE's score of 3,955. This is a meaningful margin for lightly threaded workloads.

Q: How do the CPUs compare in multi-threaded performance?

A: In passmark_multithread, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 scores 36,487 versus the Intel Core 7 253PE's 29,271. That translates to a 24.7% advantage for the AMD processor, reflecting its higher core and thread counts.

Q: What are the core and thread configurations?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The AMD chip also has a 4 nm TSMC process node, while Intel uses a 10 nm Intel process.

Q: What are the power and socket differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has a 28 W TDP and uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel Core 7 253PE has a 65 W TDP and uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part targets mobile, the Intel part targets desktop.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 is built around the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Gorgon Point, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation. It uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. These process differences suggest the AMD chip is manufactured at a more advanced node, which aligns with its lower power envelope.

The core configurations diverge: AMD fields 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel offers 10 cores and 20 threads. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: AMD has 1 MB per core, Intel has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache also differs substantially: AMD has 16 MB total, while Intel has 33 MB shared. This larger shared L3 on the Intel side could benefit workloads with high cache reuse, though the benchmark data does not consistently show that advantage.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both are dual-channel with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and both support ECC memory. PCIe generations differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon 890M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

The market segments are distinct. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, while the Intel Core 7 253PE is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP. The AMD part's release date is 2026-01-04, while Intel's is 2026-03-08. Neither is multiplier unlocked, and both are in active production. The AMD part has the part number 100-000001683, and the Intel part has SA4QE.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single win for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 comes in passmark_random_string_sorting, where it scores 48,894 versus 32,777 for the Intel Core 7 253PE, a 49.2% advantage. This is a strong indicator of memory access patterns and sorting efficiency. The extended instructions test shows a 46.6% gap: 31,969 for AMD versus 21,806 for Intel. Data compression also favors AMD heavily: 461,650 versus 339,133, a 36.1% difference.

The AMD chip also leads in data encryption with 23,132 versus 18,385, a 25.8% edge. Multi-threaded performance shows a 24.7% lead: 36,487 versus 29,271. Integer math is 11.1% ahead (126,829 versus 114,158). Single-thread performance is 8.7% higher (4,301 versus 3,955). Physics is a narrow win: 1,877 versus 1,845, just 1.7% ahead.

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins the remaining two tests. In floating point math, it scores 80,870 versus 79,887, a modest 1.2% lead. In find prime numbers, it scores 138 versus 130, a 5.8% advantage. These are slim margins, but they show that Intel retains some strength in specific computational patterns. The overall data suggests Intel's larger L3 cache and higher per-core L2 do not translate into broad benchmark dominance against AMD's newer architecture and higher thread count.

The average benchmark score difference is substantial: 74,496 for AMD versus 40,557 for Intel. This is a 83.7% gap in the recorded averages, though the exact calculation is not stated in the database. The AMD chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X at -0.2%, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745 at -0.4%, and the AMD EPYC 4545P at -1.2%. The Intel chip's nearest rivals are the Intel Core 5 223PE at -0.1%, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H at 0.1%, and the Intel Xeon 6357P at -0.2%.

The Verdict

The data indicates the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 is the stronger processor across the majority of measured workloads. Its 9 wins versus 2 wins in head-to-head tests, combined with a 94th percentile standing versus 87th for Intel, make the overall case clear. The AMD chip delivers a 24.7% multi-thread lead, an 8.7% single-thread lead, and dominates in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, and random string sorting. The Intel Core 7 253PE only takes narrow wins in floating point math (1.2%) and prime number finding (5.8%).

The AMD part is the better choice for users prioritizing broad performance, especially in multi-threaded and data-heavy workloads. Its 12 cores and 24 threads provide a structural advantage that shows in multithread scoring. The Intel part, with 10 cores and 20 threads, still offers competitive floating point performance and a larger shared L3 cache, but those features do not overcome AMD's lead in the recorded benchmarks.

The market segments also matter. The AMD chip is mobile with a 28 W TDP, while the Intel chip is desktop with a 65 W TDP. The AMD chip achieves higher performance at less than half the TDP, which is notable for power-constrained systems. The Intel chip's higher TDP and desktop socket may appeal to users with existing LGA 1700 platforms, but based purely on benchmark data, AMD holds the performance advantage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 | Intel Core 7 253PE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 10 |

| Threads | 24 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not specified |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | Not specified |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 33 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 specified | $384 |

| Part Number | 100-000001683 | SA4QE |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 wins in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and both single-thread listings. These are the workloads where its higher core count, newer architecture, and efficient 4 nm process deliver measurable gains. The largest margins appear in random string sorting (49.2%), extended instructions (46.6%), and data compression (36.1%). These results suggest the AMD chip is well suited for database operations, compression tasks, encryption workloads, and any application that benefits from high thread counts and modern instruction sets.

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins in floating point math and prime number finding. The floating point margin is only 1.2%, and prime number finding is 5.8%. These narrow victories indicate Intel retains a small edge in specific mathematical routines, possibly related to its higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus 5.20 GHz for AMD, and its larger 33 MB shared L3 cache. However, these wins are isolated and do not indicate a broad pattern of superiority.

For mobile platforms, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 provides a 28 W TDP with strong multi-thread and single-thread scores, making it suitable for thin-and-light systems that need sustained performance. For desktop platforms, the Intel Core 7 253PE offers a 65 W TDP, DDR4 compatibility, and PCIe Gen 5 support, which may matter for users with specific I/O or memory requirements. The benchmark data, however, favors AMD in the majority of measured tests. Users who rely heavily on floating point calculations or prime number generation might consider Intel, but those are the only two categories where it leads.