AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core 5 220H Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core 5 220H

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data records eleven tests, with Intel winning eight and AMD winning three. The Intel Core 5 220H dominates the throughput-oriented workloads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 takes the single-thread and extended instruction wins.

The largest Intel victory comes in PassMark physics, where it scores 1478 against AMD's 1022, a 30.9% advantage. The find prime numbers test shows a similar gap: Intel scores 82 versus 57, a 30.5% lead. These two tests highlight the Intel part's raw computational strength in integer-heavy and physics-simulation workloads. Data encryption also favors Intel significantly, with a score of 15216 versus 11444, a 24.8% margin. The floating point math test shows Intel ahead by 18.2%, scoring 51671 against AMD's 42248. Integer math follows with a 15.4% Intel advantage, 73555 versus 62249. The multithread score, arguably the most representative of general multi-core performance, gives Intel the win at 21884 versus 19262, a 12% lead. Data compression goes to Intel at 247921 versus 230437, a 7.1% edge, and random string sorting also favors Intel, 28438 versus 25181, an 11.5% margin.

AMD's wins are concentrated in fewer tests but are still notable. The single-thread score goes to AMD at 3713 versus Intel's 3405, a 9% advantage. The extended instructions test is AMD's best relative performance, scoring 16520 against Intel's 14642, a 12.8% lead. These two results indicate that the AMD architecture handles instruction-level parallelism and single-core execution more efficiently, despite the Intel part having a higher boost clock.

The average benchmark score in the database tells a different story than the head-to-head wins. AMD's average is 37804, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel's average is 28574, in the 80th percentile. The discrepancy between the head-to-head PassMark wins and the average scores reflects the fact that the Intel part has many additional Cinebench results that lower its overall average, while the AMD part's average is drawn from a smaller set of PassMark-only tests. The nearest rivals for the AMD part in the database include the Intel Core 5 211E at 37829, just 0.1% ahead, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 at 37904, 0.3% ahead. The Intel Core 5 220H's nearest rivals are the AMD EPYC 7203P at 28583, essentially tied, and the Intel Core i5-12600 at 28646, 0.3% ahead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses the Gorgon Point codename with a Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 220H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-H with a Raptor Lake Refresh generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 12 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part uses a hybrid core layout typical of Raptor Lake, which explains the higher core count with a smaller thread count increase. Clock speeds favor Intel on paper: base clock of 2.70 GHz versus 2.00 GHz, and boost clock of 4.90 GHz versus 4.50 GHz. The AMD part compensates with a much lower TDP of 28 watts versus Intel's 45 watts.

Cache layouts diverge as well. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on AMD versus 2 MB per core on Intel. L3 cache is a major difference: AMD has only 4 MB, while Intel has 18 MB shared. The larger L3 on the Intel part likely contributes to its strong performance in data compression and encryption tests, which benefit from larger working sets in cache.

Memory support differs. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a recorded memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but the database records no memory bandwidth figure for it. ECC memory support is another split: AMD supports ECC, Intel does not. PCIe capabilities favor Intel in generation but AMD in lane count: Intel offers Gen 5 with 8 lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. Both parts are locked, with multiplier unlocked set to false. The AMD part is marked as production status Active with a release date of 2026-03-08, while the Intel part is also Active with a release date of 2024-12-17. Intel has a recorded launch MSRP of $342, while AMD has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 220H wins in scenarios that demand sustained multi-threaded throughput. The physics test, integer math, floating point math, and multithread workloads all show Intel ahead by double-digit margins. Data compression and encryption also favor Intel, making it the stronger choice for file archiving, disk encryption, and general productivity workloads that can use many threads. The 12-core, 16-thread configuration gives it a clear advantage in heavily parallel tasks, and the 18 MB L3 cache supports workloads with larger data footprints.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 wins in single-threaded and instruction-level workloads. Its 9% single-thread advantage over Intel suggests better per-core efficiency, likely from the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process. The extended instructions win of 12.8% indicates that workloads using AVX-512 or similar instruction sets will perform better on the AMD part. The 28-watt TDP also makes it more suitable for thermally constrained systems where power draw is a primary concern. The ECC memory support and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth make it a candidate for embedded and reliability-focused applications.

The data shows a clear split: Intel for raw multi-core compute, AMD for single-thread responsiveness and power efficiency. The AMD part's 86th percentile ranking versus Intel's 80th percentile, based on average benchmark scores, indicates that the AMD part sits higher in the overall CPU distribution despite losing most head-to-head tests.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 3713 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 9% ahead of the Intel Core 5 220H's 3405.

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core 5 220H in multithreaded performance?

A: The Intel part scores 21884 in the PassMark multithread test versus AMD's 19262, a 12% advantage.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD part has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 220H does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What is the Intel Core 5 220H's launch MSRP?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H has a launch MSRP of $342. The AMD part has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 | Intel Core 5 220H |

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

| Cores | 6 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-H |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 18 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 8 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-12-17 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $342 |

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to the Intel Core 5 220H as the stronger multi-threaded performer. It wins 8 of 11 head-to-head tests, with its largest margins in physics (30.9%), prime number finding (30.5%), and encryption (24.8%). The 12-core, 16-thread design, 18 MB L3 cache, and higher clock speeds give it a clear edge in compute-heavy workloads. The 45-watt TDP is the cost of that performance, and the lack of ECC support limits its use in reliability-critical systems.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 makes a compelling case for different priorities. Its 28-watt TDP, ECC memory support, and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth suit embedded and low-power applications. The 9% single-thread win and 12.8% extended instructions win show architectural efficiency that the Intel part cannot match in those specific areas. Its 86th percentile ranking versus Intel's 80th, based on average benchmark scores, also indicates a higher overall standing in the database.

For users prioritizing sustained multi-core throughput, data compression, and encryption, the Intel Core 5 220H delivers the higher recorded scores. For users prioritizing power efficiency, single-thread responsiveness, ECC support, and a more modern 4 nm process, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is the data-supported choice. The decision rests on whether the workload is parallel-heavy or efficiency-sensitive, as the recorded scores clearly separate the two in those directions.