AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 and the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H are two mobile processors aimed at high-performance laptops. The database records show the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 winning 7 of the 11 shared benchmark tests, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H takes 4. The AMD chip holds the higher overall percentile rank at 93 compared to Intel's 84, and its average benchmark score of 62,498 is substantially ahead of Intel's 34,485. This sets the stage for a comparison that is defined by distinct strengths in different workload types.

Where Each One Wins

The performance split between these two processors is stark. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 establishes dominance in integer-heavy and compression workloads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H shows a clear advantage in floating-point math and prime number calculation tasks.

The AMD processor's largest victory comes in `passmark_integer_math`, where it scores 107,173 against Intel's 62,070, a delta of 72.7%. This indicates a strong capacity for general-purpose arithmetic and logic operations. It also leads in `passmark_data_compression` with a score of 385,174 versus 280,340, a 37.4% advantage, and in `passmark_multithread` with 31,485 versus 28,545, a 10.3% lead. The AMD chip also wins in `passmark_random_string_sorting` (40,860 vs 34,402, a 18.8% lead), `passmark_extended_instructions` (26,441 vs 24,542, a 7.7% lead), and `passmark_single_thread` (4,168 vs 4,013, a 3.9% lead).

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, on the other hand, wins decisively in `passmark_find_prime_numbers`, posting 299 against AMD's 126, a massive 57.9% advantage. It also wins in `passmark_physics` (2,682 vs 1,747, a 34.9% lead), `passmark_floating_point_math` (82,415 vs 66,824, an 18.9% lead), and `passmark_data_encryption` (21,291 vs 19,308, a 9.3% lead). This pattern suggests that the Intel chip is better suited for scientific simulation and cryptography, while the AMD chip excels in application responsiveness and multitasking.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Gorgon Point, and is fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It has 10 cores and 20 threads, a configuration that relies on simultaneous multithreading to handle workloads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses the Panther Lake architecture, also with the codename Panther Lake, and is fabricated on a 3 nm process by Intel. It has 16 cores and 16 threads, which means it does not use multithreading and instead relies on a higher physical core count.

The cache hierarchies also differ significantly. The AMD processor features 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with a total of 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor has a larger per-core L1 cache at 192 KB and a larger L2 cache at 2.5 MB per core, with a total of 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip also has a higher memory bandwidth rating of 115.2 GB/s compared to the AMD's 89.6 GB/s, despite both supporting dual-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

The PCIe implementation differs as well. The AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes for the CPU, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 12 lanes. This means the AMD chip offers more lanes for expansion, but the Intel chip offers a faster PCIe standard for the lanes it does provide. The integrated graphics also differ, with the AMD using Radeon 890M and the Intel using Intel Xe3 Graphics.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The direct comparison in the database reveals the specific magnitude of each victory. The most lopsided result is in `passmark_find_prime_numbers`, where the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H scores 299 versus the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465's 126. This is a 57.9% difference and shows a clear algorithmic strength for the Intel architecture in workloads that are often memory-latency sensitive and rely on simple integer operations.

The AMD processor's biggest win is in `passmark_integer_math`, where it scores 107,173 against Intel's 62,070. The 72.7% delta here is the largest of any benchmark in the comparison. This is a strong indicator for productivity tasks like code compilation and data processing. In `passmark_data_compression`, the AMD chip scores 385,174 versus 280,340, a 37.4% lead, which suggests faster file archiving and database operations.

The Intel chip also shows a substantial lead in `passmark_floating_point_math`, scoring 82,415 against AMD's 66,824, an 18.9% advantage. This is relevant for 3D rendering and scientific computing. In `passmark_physics`, Intel's 2,682 versus AMD's 1,747 represents a 34.9% lead, which can be relevant for physics simulation in some software. The `passmark_data_encryption` test shows Intel ahead at 21,291 versus 19,308, a 9.3% margin, indicating better performance in encryption and decryption tasks.

For single-threaded performance, the AMD chip holds a slim lead. It scores 4,168 in `passmark_single_thread` against Intel's 4,013, a 3.9% difference. This is a smaller gap than the multi-threaded difference of 10.3% in `passmark_multithread` (31,485 vs 28,545), suggesting that the AMD processor scales better when all threads are active.

Specification Differences

Comparing the official specification fields, the key differences are clear. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The base clock for the AMD is 2.00 GHz, which boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel runs at 1.90 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. The AMD chip has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel chip has a TDP of 25 watts.

The process node is different, with AMD using 4 nm and Intel using 3 nm. The AMD chip uses the AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 2540. The cache configurations differ, with the AMD having 80 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core, and the Intel having 192 KB L1 and 2.5 MB L2 per core. The L3 cache is 16 MB for AMD and 18 MB for Intel. The memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s for AMD and 115.2 GB/s for Intel. The PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for AMD and Gen 5 with 12 lanes for Intel. The integrated graphics are Radeon 890M for AMD and Intel Xe3 Graphics for Intel. The release date is the same for both, being 2026-01-04.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has more physical cores with 16 cores, but the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 has more threads with 20 threads compared to Intel's 16 threads.

Q: How does the single-thread performance compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 leads in `passmark_single_thread` with a score of 4,168, which is 3.9% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H's score of 4,013.

Q: Which processor is better for floating-point math workloads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is better in this area, scoring 82,415 in `passmark_floating_point_math`, which is 18.9% higher than the AMD's score of 66,824.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth support?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H supports a higher memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 supports 89.6 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 has a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz, compared to the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H's boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: How do the processors compare in the `passmark_data_compression` test?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 is significantly ahead, scoring 385,174 versus the Intel's 280,340, a 37.4% advantage.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy, with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 holding the higher overall average benchmark score of 62,498 compared to the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H's 34,485. The AMD chip also has a higher percentile ranking at 93 versus 84. For users with workloads that involve integer math, data compression, and multitasking, the AMD processor is the stronger option, as shown by its 72.7% lead in `passmark_integer_math` and 37.4% lead in `passmark_data_compression`. The AMD chip also offers a slight single-thread advantage of 3.9%.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H, however, is the better choice for specific compute-intensive tasks. Its 57.9% lead in `passmark_find_prime_numbers` and 34.9% lead in `passmark_physics` indicate a strong capability for certain mathematical and simulation workloads. Its 18.9% advantage in `passmark_floating_point_math` also makes it a more suitable option for scientific and engineering applications that rely on such calculations. The Intel chip's higher memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s and larger L3 cache of 18 MB also provide a structural advantage for data-heavy tasks, even though the benchmark results do not show an overall win. The choice depends entirely on the primary software used, with the AMD processor covering a broader range of general productivity and the Intel processor catering to specialized mathematical computation.