AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475, which claims 9 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The most dramatic margin appears in PassMark extended instructions, where AMD scores 31,969 against Intel's 15,952, a 100.4% advantage. This result suggests the AMD processor's instruction set handling provides roughly double the throughput of the Intel part in that specific workload.

Data compression favors AMD heavily as well, with a score of 461,650 versus 258,704, a 78.4% gap. Random string sorting shows a 68.8% difference (48,894 versus 28,973). Integer math delivers 126,829 for AMD against 82,411 for Intel, a 53.9% edge. Multithread performance also leans strongly toward AMD: 36,487 versus 24,054, a 51.7% delta.

Floating-point math is another clear AMD win, 79,887 versus 60,673, representing a 31.7% advantage. Data encryption shows 23,132 against 14,253, a 62.3% gap. Single-thread performance favors AMD by 25.3%, with scores of 4,301 versus 3,433 on both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread records.

Intel's two wins are narrow but exist. Prime number finding sees Intel at 142 versus AMD's 130, an 8.5% advantage that inverts the broader pattern. Physics simulation also goes to Intel by a slim margin, 1,917 versus 1,877, a 2.1% delta. These two results indicate that Intel retains a small edge in specific latency-sensitive or scalar-heavy workloads, even while losing the aggregate throughput battles.

The average benchmark score reinforces the split: AMD sits at 74,496 while Intel lands at 31,143. AMD's percentile versus all CPUs is 94, compared to Intel's 82. The nearest rivals in the database further contextualize the gap. AMD's closest match is the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X at an average score of 74,640, just 0.2% ahead, meaning the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 effectively trades blows with a top-tier desktop chip. Intel's closest neighbor is the Intel Core i7-12700F at 31,081, only 0.2% behind, placing the Core 9 273PTE in the performance class of a previous-generation mid-range desktop processor.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in design. AMD uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, under the Gorgon Point codename, within the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. Intel's Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm Intel process, with no architecture name listed in the database. The process node difference is substantial: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which typically implies significant density and efficiency advantages for the smaller node.

Both chips have 12 cores and 24 threads, so thread count parity does not explain the benchmark divergence. Cache configurations differ meaningfully. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of L3. Intel also has 80 KB of L1 per core but doubles L2 to 2 MB per core, and provides 36 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger L3 cache does not translate into benchmark superiority in most tests, which raises questions about how effectively that cache is utilized given the overall score gap.

Memory support shows a split: AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both run dual-channel with 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. ECC memory support is present on both. PCIe connectivity differs by generation: AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also diverge, with AMD using the Radeon 890M and Intel using UHD Graphics 730.

Clock speeds tell a partial story. AMD has a 2.00 GHz base clock and 5.20 GHz boost clock. Intel has a lower 1.40 GHz base clock but a higher 5.50 GHz boost clock. The higher boost on Intel does not yield single-thread victory, as AMD leads 4,301 to 3,433, a 25.3% margin. This suggests that AMD's per-clock efficiency, likely aided by the 4 nm process, overcomes Intel's peak frequency advantage.

Thermal design power differs: AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 45 W. The higher TDP for Intel does not produce higher performance in the aggregate, which is notable for mobile or power-constrained deployments. AMD's socket is FP8, while Intel uses Socket 1700. AMD is marked as a mobile segment part, Intel as desktop. Release dates in the database show AMD from January 2026 and Intel from March 2026, with both marked as active production.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 dominates in throughput-oriented tasks. Data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer math, floating-point math, multithread workloads, random string sorting, and single-thread performance all fall to AMD. This makes it the clear choice for parallel compute, data processing, and general application responsiveness. The multithread score of 36,487 versus 24,054 indicates a 51.7% advantage in heavily threaded scenarios, which matters for compilation, rendering, or scientific workloads.

Intel's wins are confined to prime number finding and physics simulation. These two tests often reward high single-core frequency and low-latency integer operations. Intel's 5.50 GHz boost clock likely contributes here, as does its larger 2 MB per-core L2 cache and 36 MB shared L3. The physics score of 1,917 versus 1,877, though a narrow 2.1% margin, suggests Intel maintains a niche in certain simulation or game-physics style calculations.

For single-thread responsiveness, AMD still wins by 25.3%, which undercuts the notion that Intel's higher boost clock makes it the better choice for everyday snappiness. The database shows AMD's single-thread score at 4,301, which is closer to its nearest rival class than to Intel's 3,433. AMD's percentile rank of 94 versus 82 further indicates that in the broader CPU landscape, AMD sits much higher in overall performance distribution.

The TDP difference matters for deployment scenarios. AMD's 28 W rating versus Intel's 45 W means AMD delivers more performance per watt in the recorded benchmarks. For battery-powered or thermals-limited systems, AMD's advantage compounds. Intel's desktop designation and higher TDP suggest it targets always-plugged environments, but the data does not show a performance payoff for that power budget.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher benchmark average?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 has an average benchmark score of 74,496, compared to the Intel Core 9 273PTE's 31,143.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark extended instructions, where AMD scores 31,969 versus Intel's 15,952, a 100.4% difference in AMD's favor.

Q: Does Intel win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, Intel wins two tests: passmark_find_prime_numbers with 142 versus 130 (an 8.5% edge) and passmark_physics with 1,917 versus 1,877 (a 2.1% edge).

Q: How do these chips compare to their nearest rivals?

A: AMD's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X with an average score of 74,640, just 0.2% higher. Intel's nearest rival is the Intel Core i7-12700F at 31,081, which is 0.2% lower than Intel's score.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each?

A: Both processors have 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: Both are listed with 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, so they are equal on this metric.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 is the superior processor in the vast majority of measured workloads. With 9 wins out of 11 head-to-head tests, a 74,496 average benchmark score against Intel's 31,143, and a 94th percentile rank versus Intel's 82nd, AMD holds commanding leads in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer and floating-point math, multithread performance, random string sorting, and single-thread speed. The 25.3% single-thread advantage is particularly telling given Intel's higher 5.50 GHz boost clock, suggesting architectural efficiency matters more than raw frequency.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE does hold two narrow wins in prime number finding and physics simulation, but these are isolated and small margins. With a 45 W TDP versus AMD's 28 W, Intel consumes more power for less aggregate performance. The only scenario where Intel appears preferable is if a workload specifically relies on the two winning tests, such as certain prime-number computations or physics-based simulations, and even then the margins are modest.

The Intel part also carries a launch MSRP of $549, which the database lists without further pricing commentary. For users prioritizing the recorded benchmark performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 delivers higher scores across nearly every category, with a lower TDP and a smaller process node. The verdict from the data is clear: AMD dominates the performance profile, while Intel retains only a slender foothold in two niche tests.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 475 | Intel Core 9 273PTE |

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

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 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 9 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | Not listed |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 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 | $549 |

| Part Number | 100-000001683 | SA4QJ |

Shared between both: 12 cores, 24 threads, 80 KB L1 per core, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC memory support, and locked multipliers.