AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear overall picture: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 wins 8 of the 11 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 5 330 takes 3. The margins, however, tell the more interesting story.

The most decisive victory for the AMD processor is in integer math, where it scores 87940 against the Intel chip's 33258. That is a 164.4% advantage, the largest delta in the entire comparison. Data compression follows a similar pattern, with the AMD part scoring 327891 versus 145287, a 125.7% lead. These two results suggest the AMD processor's 8 cores and 16 threads are heavily leveraged in workloads that scale with parallel execution.

Random string sorting shows a 95.8% advantage for the AMD processor (34801 versus 17771), and extended instructions show an 88.9% lead (24193 versus 12808). Multithread performance is 67.3% higher on the AMD side (25889 versus 15471), which aligns with its thread count advantage. Encryption performance is 45% higher (16055 versus 11076), and floating-point math is 27.1% ahead (55799 versus 43885).

The physics test is nearly a tie. The AMD processor scores 1210, the Intel processor scores 1201, a difference of just 0.7%. This near-parity is notable given the wider gaps elsewhere, and it suggests that the physics workload does not scale as strongly with the AMD processor's additional threads.

The Intel Core 5 330 claims two clear wins, both in single-thread-adjacent tests. Its single-thread score of 4088 edges out the AMD's 4029, a 1.4% margin. The prime numbers test shows a larger Intel advantage: 114 versus 71, which is a 37.7% difference in Intel's favor. This result is curious because the AMD processor has a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.60 GHz, yet the Intel part still wins the prime-number workload by a substantial margin.

The overall average benchmark scores reflect the head-to-head results. The AMD processor has an average benchmark score of 52901, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 5 330 has an average score of 18345, placing it in the 72nd percentile. The AMD processor's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F (average score 52873, just 0.1% lower), the Intel Xeon 634 (52974, 0.1% higher), the AMD EPYC 7313P (53206, 0.6% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53288, 0.7% higher). The Intel Core 5 330 sits close to the Intel Core i3-14100 (18318, 0.1% lower), the Intel Core 7 360 (18374, 0.2% higher), the Intel Core i3-13100 (18380, 0.2% higher), and the Intel Core 3 305 (18302, 0.2% lower).

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core 5 330 scores 4088 in the passmark single-thread test, which is 1.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164's score of 4029.

Q: How large is the AMD processor's lead in multithread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 scores 25889 in the passmark multithread test, which is 67.3% higher than the Intel Core 5 330's 15471.

Q: In which tests does the Intel processor outperform the AMD processor?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 wins the find prime numbers test (114 versus 71, a 37.7% difference) and the single-thread test (4088 versus 4029, a 1.4% difference).

Q: What is the difference in average benchmark scores between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has an average benchmark score of 52901, while the Intel Core 5 330 has an average score of 18345. The AMD processor's average is roughly 2.9 times higher.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of overall CPU percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 ranks in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 330 ranks in the 72nd percentile.

Q: What is the closest rival in the database for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164's closest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F with an average score of 52873, just 0.1% lower. The Intel Core 5 330's closest rival is the Intel Core i3-14100 with an average score of 18318, also 0.1% lower.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing processes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC and is built on the Gorgon Point codename. Its generation is listed as Ryzen AI Embedded with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 5 330 uses a 3 nm process from Intel's own foundry, with the codename Wildcat Lake and a Core 5 generation designation.

The core configurations differ sharply. The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Intel part has no hyperthreading-equivalent thread advantage, which explains its lower multithread scores. The AMD processor's cache hierarchy is per-core: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. The Intel processor lists 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel die size is not recorded in the database, but the AMD die size is listed as 233 mm².

Memory architecture also differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports the same memory types but over a single-channel bus with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The AMD processor supports ECC memory, the Intel processor does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ. The AMD processor uses a Radeon 880M, while the Intel processor uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either processor, so a direct comparison of graphics performance is not possible from the recorded data.

Specification Differences

The specifications table shows several clear differences between the two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks differ: 2.00 GHz for the AMD part versus 1.50 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks also differ: 5.00 GHz for the AMD part versus 4.60 GHz for the Intel part.

Thermal design power differs substantially. The AMD processor has a TDP of 28, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 15. This means the Intel part is designed for lower sustained power draw, which may matter in thermally constrained systems, although the database does not include any power measurements to confirm real-world behavior.

The sockets are different: the AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516. The process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD (TSMC) versus 3 nm for Intel (Intel foundry). The cache structures differ as noted: per-core L1 and L2 on the AMD side, a single L1 and L2 figure on the Intel side, and L3 of 8 MB versus 6 MB shared.

Memory bus width differs: dual-channel for AMD versus single-channel for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s. ECC support is present on the AMD processor, absent on the Intel processor. PCIe lanes differ: 16 lanes versus 6 lanes, both Gen 4. The release dates differ, with the AMD processor listed for March 2026 and the Intel processor for April 2026. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the clear winner in heavily parallel workloads. Integer math, data compression, random string sorting, extended instructions, and multithread performance all show large AMD advantages. The processor's 16 threads and dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth appear to support these results. For any workload that can use multiple cores, the recorded data strongly favors the AMD part.

The AMD processor also wins the encryption test by 45%, which may matter for secure data handling. Floating-point math is 27.1% higher, which could benefit scientific or engineering computations. The physics test is essentially a tie at 0.7% difference, so neither processor has a meaningful advantage there.

The Intel Core 5 330 wins the prime number test by 37.7%, which is a notable result because it suggests that certain single-threaded integer workloads favor the Intel architecture despite its lower boost clock. The Intel part also wins the single-thread test by 1.4%, confirming a modest single-thread edge. The Intel part's lower TDP of 15 and its 3 nm Intel process node may make it suitable for systems where power and thermal limits are the primary constraints, though the database does not include power consumption measurements.

The Verdict

The data indicates two distinct usage profiles. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the stronger processor for multi-threaded and data-intensive workloads. Its average benchmark score of 52901, its 91st percentile ranking, and its 67.3% multithread lead over the Intel part all point in the same direction. The AMD processor's 8 cores and 16 threads, dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, and 16 PCIe Gen 4 lanes make it the more capable part for applications that scale with parallelism.

The Intel Core 5 330 is the better choice when single-thread responsiveness and lower TDP are the priorities. Its single-thread score of 4088 beats the AMD processor's 4029, and its prime number score of 114 versus 71 shows a significant advantage in that specific workload. Its 15 TDP and 3 nm process suggest an efficiency-focused design, and its 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes are sufficient for simpler configurations.

The closest rivals in the database reinforce this split. The AMD processor competes with desktop-class parts like the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X, which scores 53288 and is only 0.7% higher. The Intel processor competes with entry-level desktop parts like the Intel Core i3-14100, which scores 18318 and is 0.1% lower. The performance classes are simply different. The AMD part targets a higher performance tier, while the Intel part sits in a lower tier with a single-thread edge and a lower TDP. The selection between them depends entirely on whether the workload is parallel or single-threaded in nature.