AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE records an average benchmark score of 66099, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804. The Intel part also reaches the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, compared to the AMD part's 86th percentile.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 4573 versus 3713 for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, a difference of 18.8 percent in Intel's favor.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest delta appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 198 against the AMD's 57. That is a 71.2 percent advantage for Intel.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only).

Q: Are both processors compatible with ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 and the Intel Core 9 273PQE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 9 273PQE?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has a launch MSRP of $589. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has no listed launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is built on Gorgon Point, a Ryzen AI Embedded generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The processor packs 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. Its thermal design power is 28 watts, placing it firmly in the mobile efficiency segment. Cache organization includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a 4 MB L3 pool.

The Intel Core 9 273PQE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation of Core 9 processors. It is manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel. This desktop part has 12 cores and 24 threads, running at a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The thermal design power is 125 watts, reflecting a much higher power envelope. Cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3.

The memory controllers differ as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and both list memory bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s. On the PCIe front, the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU-only lanes, while the AMD part offers Gen 4 with 14 CPU-only lanes.

Integrated graphics also diverge. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses the Radeon 840M, while the Intel Core 9 273PQE uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD part is marked for the mobile market segment, and the Intel part is marked for desktop. Both processors are production-active, have locked multipliers, and share the same release date in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The smallest margin is in single-threaded workloads. In the PassMark single-thread test, Intel scores 4573 against AMD's 3713, a 18.8 percent advantage. The same delta appears in the singlethread duplicate test.

Multi-threaded performance shows a much larger separation. The Intel part scores 46107 in PassMark multithread versus 19262 for the AMD, a 58.2 percent lead. This gap is consistent with the core and thread count difference: Intel offers twice as many cores and twice as many threads.

In integer math, the Intel processor records 164629 against 62249 for AMD, a 62.2 percent delta. Floating-point math shows Intel at 125546 versus 42248, a 66.3 percent advantage. Extended instruction workloads favor Intel by 57.4 percent, with scores of 38743 and 16520 respectively.

Data compression heavily favors Intel. The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 585752 in PassMark data compression, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 230437, a 60.7 percent difference. Data encryption follows a similar pattern: Intel at 29636, AMD at 11444, a 61.4 percent gap.

The physics test shows Intel at 2754 versus 1022 for AMD, a 62.9 percent lead. Random string sorting sees Intel at 53167 against 25181, a 52.6 percent advantage. The find prime numbers workload delivers the largest delta, with Intel at 198 and AMD at 57, a 71.2 percent difference.

The nearest rival data puts these results in context. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 sits within 0.3 percent of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Intel Core i9-14901E, and within 0.1 percent of the Intel Core 5 211E and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435. The Intel Core 9 273PQE sits within 0.3 percent of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, within 0.1 percent of the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus, and within 1.1 to 1.2 percent of the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and AMD EPYC 4465P. The Intel part's average score of 66099 places it among high-end desktop and workstation chips, while the AMD part's 37804 average places it among efficient mobile processors.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

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

| L3 cache | 4 MB | 36 MB shared |

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Part number | unknown | SA4Q9 |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $589 |

The two processors share identical L1 cache (80 KB per core), identical memory bus width (dual-channel), identical memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s), ECC support, locked multipliers, and the same release date. The average benchmark scores and percentile rankings also differ substantially, with Intel at 93rd percentile and AMD at 86th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins in every measured benchmark category. The data shows its strongest advantages in parallel and math-heavy workloads. The 71.2 percent lead in prime number finding, the 66.3 percent lead in floating-point math, and the 62.2 percent lead in integer math all point to sustained compute throughput. The 58.2 percent multithread advantage and the 60.7 percent data compression lead further confirm that workloads using many threads will see decisive Intel performance.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 does not win any recorded benchmark, but its profile suggests different strengths. With a 28-watt TDP, a 4 nm process, and support for LPDDR5X memory, it is positioned for power-constrained mobile and embedded environments. Its 86th percentile ranking still places it ahead of most CPUs in the database, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Intel Core i9-14901E, indicating competitive standing within its efficiency class. The Radeon 840M integrated graphics and compact FP8 socket further support embedded and mobile designs where the Intel part's 125-watt desktop footprint would not fit.

For workloads where single-thread performance matters, the Intel part still holds an 18.8 percent edge, but that is the narrowest gap in the comparison. The AMD chip's 4.50 GHz boost clock and Zen 5 architecture keep it within reach in lightly threaded tasks, making it a reasonable choice for scenarios that prioritize low power consumption and modest single-thread demands. The Intel Core 9 273PQE, with its 12 cores, 24 threads, 36 MB L3 cache, and PCIe Gen 5 support, is the clear choice for high-throughput desktop computing, content creation, and server-like workloads. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 targets a different class of systems, where the 28-watt envelope and mobile form factor take precedence over raw benchmark scores.