AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core i7-13700 Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data delivers a decisive outcome: the Intel Core i7-13700 wins all 11 head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132. There is no test in the recorded database where the AMD part takes the lead. The Intel processor holds an 85th percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the AMD chip sits at 86th, meaning both are near the same tier of overall performance, but the Intel part delivers consistently higher absolute scores across every measured workload.

The Core i7-13700 is the clear choice for anyone prioritizing raw compute throughput. Its PassMark multi-thread score of 36387 versus 19262 for the AMD part represents a 47.1% advantage, and that pattern repeats across encryption, compression, physics, and math workloads. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132, by contrast, is the appropriate pick only when its specific platform traits matter more than benchmark wins: it is a 28-watt mobile part on AMD Socket FP8 with Radeon 840M integrated graphics, built for embedded systems where low power and a compact footprint take precedence over peak performance.

Benchmark results indicate the Intel part is also faster in single-threaded work, though by a smaller margin. The PassMark single-thread score of 4101 versus 3713 is a 9.5% gap, which is meaningful but far less dramatic than the multithreaded deltas. For users with workloads that rely heavily on single-core responsiveness, the Intel chip still wins, but the AMD part is comparatively less disadvantaged there than in heavily parallel tasks.

The data does not support any scenario where the AMD processor outperforms the Intel processor. Even in the AMD part's closest metric, single-thread performance, it trails by nearly 10%. The verdict is unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-13700 is the superior processor in every measured dimension, and the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 should only be selected for system-level reasons unrelated to benchmark scores, such as its embedded socket, mobile segment, or integrated Radeon graphics.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-13700 wins in every recorded benchmark category. The widest margins appear in compute-heavy tests. In PassMark find prime numbers, the Intel score of 147 versus 57 represents a 61.2% advantage, the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set. Floating point math shows a 56.8% gap (97723 versus 42248), integer math shows 55.2% (138974 versus 62249), and data encryption shows 55.4% (25653 versus 11444). These are not marginal differences; they indicate a fundamental throughput advantage for the Intel part in arithmetic and cryptographic workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has no benchmark wins, but its profile suggests a different use case. It carries a 28-watt TDP versus 65 watts for the Intel part, and it is designed for mobile and embedded systems with AMD Socket FP8. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 without a recorded bandwidth figure. The AMD part also features Radeon 840M integrated graphics, which may be preferable in certain embedded visual computing scenarios, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded in the database to confirm this.

The Intel part wins decisively in multithreaded productivity. Its PassMark multithread score of 36387 is 47.1% higher than the AMD's 19262. Random string sorting, a proxy for data manipulation tasks, shows a 45.8% gap (46418 versus 25181). Data compression shows a 48.1% gap (443900 versus 230437). These results point to the Intel processor being better suited for content creation, database work, and any workload that scales across many threads.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel part still leads, but the gap narrows. The PassMark single-thread score of 4101 versus 3713 is a 9.5% difference. This suggests that for lightly threaded applications like office productivity or web browsing, the two processors are closer in feel, though the Intel chip remains faster. The AMD part's 4.50 GHz boost clock is lower than the Intel's 5.20 GHz, which partially explains this smaller gap.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses TSMC's 4 nm process node and is built on the Gorgon Point codename with a generation labeled "Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c)." It features 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core i7-13700 uses Intel's 10 nm process node, is built on Raptor Lake-S architecture, and features 16 cores and 24 threads. This core count difference, 16 versus 6, is the primary driver behind the multithreaded benchmark gaps.

Cache hierarchies also differ substantially. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 30 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel L3 cache is 7.5 times larger, which benefits workloads with large working sets that need frequent data reuse.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded. Both parts support ECC memory, which is notable for reliability-sensitive embedded and workstation applications.

PCIe capabilities differ significantly. The AMD part offers PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Intel processor a newer and wider interface for expansion cards, storage, and accelerators. The AMD part's integrated graphics is Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither has a recorded graphics benchmark, so their relative visual performance cannot be assessed from this data.

The Intel part has a larger die at 257 mm², while the AMD die size is not recorded. The Intel part's TDP is 65 watts, more than double the AMD's 28 watts. This power difference explains why the Intel part can sustain higher clock speeds and feed 16 cores, but it also means the AMD part is far more suitable for power-constrained embedded environments.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700 has 16 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part's core advantage is a major factor in its multithreaded benchmark dominance.

Q: Is the AMD processor ever faster than the Intel processor in any benchmark?

A: No. The recorded head-to-head data shows the Intel Core i7-13700 winning all 11 comparisons. The closest result is PassMark single-thread, where the Intel part scores 4101 versus 3713, a 9.5% lead for Intel.

Q: What is the performance gap in multithreaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700 scores 36387 in PassMark multithread, which is 47.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132's 19262. Similar gaps appear in encryption (55.4%), floating point math (56.8%), and integer math (55.2%).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 and the Intel Core i7-13700 support ECC memory. This makes both viable for systems where data integrity is critical.

Q: What are the socket and platform differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 uses AMD Socket FP8 and is classified as a mobile processor. The Intel Core i7-13700 uses Intel Socket 1700 and is a desktop processor. The AMD part also has a 28-watt TDP versus 65 watts for the Intel part.

Q: How do their single-thread scores compare?

A: The Intel Core i7-13700 scores 4101 in PassMark single-thread, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 3713. This is a 9.5% advantage for Intel, the smallest margin in any head-to-head benchmark.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest victory for the Intel Core i7-13700 comes in PassMark find prime numbers. The Intel score of 147 beats the AMD score of 57 by 61.2%. This test is highly sensitive to core count and clock speed, and the Intel part's combination of 16 cores and a 5.20 GHz boost clock overwhelms the AMD's 6 cores at 4.50 GHz.

PassMark floating point math shows a 56.8% gap. The Intel part scores 97723 versus 42248 for the AMD part. This workload scales well across cores, and the Intel's 24 threads versus 12 threads provides a clear advantage. Integer math shows a similar pattern: 138974 for Intel versus 62249 for AMD, a 55.2% delta.

Data encryption shows a 55.4% gap, with Intel scoring 25653 against AMD's 11444. Encryption algorithms often benefit from larger caches and more parallel execution units, and the Intel's 30 MB L3 cache versus 4 MB gives it a substantial edge. Physics simulation shows a 50.2% gap (2053 versus 1022), and data compression shows a 48.1% gap (443900 versus 230437).

The PassMark multithread test, a broad measure of parallel performance, shows Intel at 36387 versus AMD at 19262, a 47.1% advantage. Random string sorting shows a 45.8% gap (46418 versus 25181). Extended instructions show a 37.8% gap (26578 versus 16520).

The closest benchmark is PassMark single-thread, where Intel scores 4101 and AMD scores 3713, a 9.5% difference. Even in this least favorable test for Intel, it still wins. The data shows no scenario where the AMD part takes a single benchmark, and the average delta across all tests is roughly 48% in Intel's favor, with the smallest gap being the single-thread result.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 | Intel Core i7-13700 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 16 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Raptor Lake-S |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 30 MB (shared) |

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

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

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

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2023-01-03 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $384 |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 257 mm² |

The Intel Core i7-13700 has a higher base clock (2.10 GHz versus 2.00 GHz) and a significantly higher boost clock (5.20 GHz versus 4.50 GHz). Its TDP is 65 watts versus 28 watts, reflecting its desktop orientation and higher power envelope. The AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses its 10 nm process. The Intel part offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD part offers PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part was released in January 2023, while the AMD part is dated March 2026, and the Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $384.