AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 vs Intel Core 3 201E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 across all benchmark categories. In the head-to-head comparison, the AMD part wins 11 tests, while the Intel Core 3 201E wins none. The most significant margin appears in extended instructions, where the AMD scores 24,193 against Intel's 11,035, a 119.2% delta. This indicates a substantial advantage in workloads that utilize advanced CPU instruction sets, such as AVX-512 or similar vectorized operations.

Integer math performance nearly doubles, with the AMD reaching 87,940 versus Intel's 43,894, a 100.3% delta. Data compression follows a similar trajectory, with the AMD processor delivering 327,891 points compared to 164,160 for the Intel part, a 99.7% delta. Random string sorting, a test that stresses memory access patterns and core scheduling, shows the AMD ahead at 34,801 versus 17,783, a 95.7% delta.

The multithreaded benchmark reinforces this dominance. AMD scores 25,889, while Intel manages 14,839, a 74.5% delta. This aligns with the core count difference, as the AMD chip provides 8 cores and 16 threads, double the Intel's 4 cores and 8 threads. However, even in single-threaded performance, which typically favors higher clock speeds, the AMD part still leads: 4,029 versus 3,482, a 15.7% delta. The Intel chip has a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz compared to AMD's 2.00 GHz, but the AMD boost clock of 5.00 GHz exceeds Intel's 4.80 GHz, which helps explain this result.

Data encryption shows a 79.8% delta in favor of AMD, with scores of 16,055 and 8,931. Floating-point math delivers 55,799 for AMD and 33,260 for Intel, a 67.8% delta. The physics test is the closest contest, with AMD at 1,210 and Intel at 1,141, a relatively narrow 6% delta. Prime number finding, another integer-heavy workload, shows AMD at 71 versus 57, a 24.6% delta.

The average benchmark score for the AMD processor is 52,901, placing it at the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 3 201E averages 19,056, placing it at the 73rd percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F with an average score of 52,873 (0.1% delta), the Intel Xeon 634 at 52,974 (-0.1% delta), the AMD EPYC 7313P at 53,206 (-0.6% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X at 53,288 (-0.7% delta). For the Intel part, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS at 19,047 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-12400F at 19,039 (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i5-1335U at 18,982 (0.4% delta), and the AMD EPYC 7773X at 18,979 (0.4% delta).

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the superior performer in nearly every measurable workload. Its 11-0 sweep in head-to-head tests, combined with its 91st percentile ranking, positions it well above the Intel Core 3 201E, which sits at the 73rd percentile. The AMD processor's average benchmark score of 52,901 is roughly 2.8 times higher than the Intel's 19,056, though this ratio is not directly stated in the database, it is derived from the recorded averages.

The AMD part uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel chip uses a 10 nm process from Intel. This process advantage contributes to the AMD's efficiency, reflected in its 28 W TDP compared to Intel's 60 W TDP. The AMD also supports LPDDR5X memory, enabling a higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, versus 76.8 GB/s for Intel. The AMD's Radeon 880M integrated graphics likely outperform Intel's UHD Graphics 730, though no direct graphics benchmarks are present in the data.

For workloads that rely on heavy multithreading, such as rendering, compilation, or data processing, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the clear choice. For scenarios where single-threaded performance matters most, the AMD still holds a 15.7% edge, making it the better option across the board. The Intel Core 3 201E, despite its higher base clock and a shared 12 MB L3 cache, cannot close the gap in any measured test. The verdict from the benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 delivers superior performance across all categories.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in architecture. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is built on the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI Embedded generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 3 201E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, part of the Core 3 generation, on a 10 nm process fabricated by Intel, with a die size of 163 mm².

The AMD processor contains 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Its cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs notably. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the AMD achieves a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, higher than the Intel's 76.8 GB/s. Both processors support ECC memory, which is relevant for embedded and server-style applications.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel offers newer PCIe generation support, which could benefit high-bandwidth peripherals, but this does not translate into benchmark wins in the recorded data.

The AMD processor features integrated Radeon 880M graphics, while the Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD chip is marked as a Mobile market segment, while the Intel is Desktop. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $134, which is the only price information in the database. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The AMD processor fits into AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD chip was released in March 2026, while the Intel was released in January 2025. Both are in active production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has an average benchmark score of 52,901, while the Intel Core 3 201E scores 19,056. The AMD also ranks at the 91st percentile among all CPUs, versus the 73rd percentile for the Intel.

Q: Which CPU is more energy-efficient based on the data?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel Core 3 201E has a TDP of 60 W. The AMD also uses a 4 nm process node, which is more advanced than the Intel's 10 nm node.

Q: Does the Intel processor have any advantage in cache size?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 3 201E has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 8 MB on the AMD. The Intel also has 1.25 MB of L2 per core, versus 1 MB per core on the AMD, but this does not translate into benchmark wins.

Q: What memory types does each CPU support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel Core 3 201E supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both support ECC memory and use dual-channel buses.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core 3 201E has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel has a higher base clock at 3.60 GHz versus 2.00 GHz for the AMD.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 wins in every benchmark category recorded. Its largest victories come in extended instructions (119.2% delta), integer math (100.3% delta), and data compression (99.7% delta). These results suggest the AMD processor is well-suited for computational workloads, data processing, and applications that leverage modern instruction sets.

The Intel Core 3 201E, while losing all head-to-head tests, shows its closest margin in the physics test, trailing by only 6%. This suggests that in lighter physics-based simulations, the Intel can approach the AMD's performance. The Intel also has a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz, which may favor short, latency-sensitive tasks, but the recorded single-thread benchmark still favors AMD.

For embedded and mobile deployments, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 offers higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s), a lower TDP (28 W), and a smaller process node (4 nm). These characteristics make it suitable for power-constrained environments that still require high throughput. The Intel Core 3 201E, with its Gen 5 PCIe support and 12 MB L3 cache, may appeal to desktop systems needing newer peripheral connectivity, but the benchmark data does not show any performance advantage.

For users prioritizing raw compute, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 delivers 16 threads, a 5.00 GHz boost clock, and a 91st percentile ranking. The Intel Core 3 201E, with 8 threads and a 4.80 GHz boost clock, sits at the 73rd percentile. The data consistently favors the AMD processor across single-threaded, multithreaded, integer, floating-point, and memory-intensive workloads.