AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i vs Intel Core 5 120UL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 120UL is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark data, so the direct head-to-head analysis is one-sided. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has no scores in the database, which means all performance observations must be drawn from the Intel part's measured results. The Core 5 120UL posts an average benchmark score of 13594, placing it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-12100F, scores 13494, a delta of 0.7% in favor of the Core 5 120UL. The Intel Core 3 N355 trails by 0.8% with a score of 13492, and the Intel Core i5-9500 is 1.1% behind at 13452. The only rival ahead of it is the Intel Core 3 304, which scores 13745, a 1.1% advantage.

In multi-threaded workloads, the Core 5 120UL delivers 8974 points in Cinebench R23 multicore. Its single-core result in the same test is 1266. The older Cinebench R20 run shows 3769 multicore and 531 single-core, while Cinebench R15 records 904 multicore and 127 single-core. These scores indicate a processor that scales reasonably well across core counts, though the single-core figures are modest relative to modern desktop parts.

PassMark results add more texture. The multithread score is 10558, and the single-thread score is 2080. In specific workloads, integer math reaches 38060, floating point math hits 26311, and extended instructions score 5203. Data compression is strong at 109090, while data encryption comes in at 7685. Random string sorting scores 13610. The physics test returns 807, and the prime number search is 47. The compression score is the standout, far exceeding the other compute-oriented tests, which suggests the memory subsystem and cache layout are well suited to that workload.

Because the AMD part has no benchmark entries, there is no direct score to compare. The database records zero wins for the AMD processor and zero wins for the Intel processor, reflecting the absence of head-to-head results. The analysis must therefore rely on architectural characteristics and the Intel part's measured performance against its nearest rivals.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 120UL compare to its closest rivals?

A: The Core 5 120UL has an average score of 13594, putting it 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i3-12100F (13494), 0.8% ahead of the Intel Core 3 N355 (13492), and 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core i5-9500 (13452). It trails the Intel Core 3 304 by 1.1%, as that chip scores 13745.

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i's benchmark standing?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the AMD part. Its average benchmark score is recorded as zero, and it holds the 50th percentile among all CPUs. There are no nearest rivals listed for it, so no performance comparisons can be drawn from measured data.

Q: What process nodes do these processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i uses a 4 nm process manufactured by TSMC. The Intel Core 5 120UL uses a 10 nm process manufactured by Intel.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 120UL has 10 cores and 12 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD part has more threads despite fewer cores, while the Intel part has more physical cores.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in a dual-channel configuration. The Intel Core 5 120UL supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel. The AMD part supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not.

Q: What are the clock speed ranges?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core 5 120UL has a base clock of 1.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on workload type and platform priorities. The Intel Core 5 120UL is the only chip with measured performance, and its results show a capable mid-range processor. Its 68th percentile ranking and average score of 13594 place it slightly above several common desktop rivals, including the Core i3-12100F and Core i5-9500. The strongest measured result is data compression at 109090, which indicates a well-balanced memory and cache arrangement for that task.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i, by contrast, has no benchmark data in the database. Its percentile rating of 50 places it at the median of all CPUs, but that figure is not backed by any recorded scores. The processor's architecture points to a different design philosophy: 8 cores with 16 threads on a 4 nm TSMC process, a 5.00 GHz boost clock, and support for LPDDR5X memory. These traits suggest a focus on efficiency and embedded workloads rather than raw multi-threaded throughput.

For users selecting a processor based on recorded data, the Intel Core 5 120UL is the only option with verified results. For those prioritizing a more modern process node, ECC memory support, and higher boost clocks, the AMD part offers those features, but the database cannot confirm its performance level.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 120UL uses 10 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the AMD part and 1.30 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 5.00 GHz and 4.60 GHz, respectively.

Thermal design power differs substantially: the AMD part is rated at 28 W, the Intel part at 15 W. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part's L2 cache is 1 MB per core, while the Intel part's L2 is 1.25 MB per core. L3 cache is 8 MB on the AMD chip and 12 MB shared on the Intel chip. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is listed as 89.6 GB/s for the AMD part, with no figure recorded for the Intel part. ECC memory is supported on the AMD chip but not on the Intel chip. PCIe lanes differ: the AMD part has 16 Gen 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part has 8 Gen 4 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 880M, while the Intel part uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. The market segments are different: the AMD part is listed as Mobile, the Intel part as Desktop. Release dates are also different: the AMD part is dated March 2026, while the Intel part is dated April 2024. Both processors are production active, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i is built on the Gorgon Point codename and uses the Ryzen AI Embedded generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It uses a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 5 120UL uses Raptor Lake architecture under the Raptor Lake-PS codename, part of the Core 5 generation. Its process node is 10 nm, fabricated by Intel, and no die size is recorded.

The cache architectures reflect different design choices. The AMD part uses 1 MB of L2 per core and 8 MB of L3. The Intel part uses 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger shared L3 suggests an advantage in workloads that benefit from a bigger unified pool, while the AMD part's per-core L2 allocation supports its Zen 5 and Zen 5c hybrid arrangement.

The integrated graphics solutions differ in brand and configuration. The AMD part carries Radeon 880M, while the Intel part carries Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. Neither processor supports overclocking, as both have locked multipliers. The AMD part's support for LPDDR5X memory indicates a design aimed at low-power, embedded, or mobile scenarios, while the Intel part's inclusion of DDR4 support makes it more flexible for existing desktop platforms.

The AMD part has a higher boost clock by 0.40 GHz and a higher base clock by 0.70 GHz, but it also carries a higher TDP of 28 W compared to 15 W. The Intel part has more physical cores but fewer threads, which means its thread count of 12 comes from a mix of performance and efficiency cores typical of Raptor Lake designs. The AMD part's 16 threads come from 8 cores with simultaneous multithreading.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 120UL wins in every measured benchmark category, since it is the only processor with recorded scores. Its strongest relative performance appears in data compression, where it scores 109090, and in integer math at 38060. Floating point math at 26311 and random string sorting at 13610 are also solid. The Cinebench results, particularly the R23 multicore score of 8974, indicate that the 10-core, 12-thread configuration handles multi-threaded rendering workloads competently.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i cannot claim any benchmark wins from the recorded data, but its specification sheet suggests advantages in specific areas. Its 5.00 GHz boost clock is higher than the Intel part's 4.60 GHz, which could translate to better single-thread performance if the architecture scales accordingly, though no scores confirm this. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figure is recorded for the AMD part, while no figure exists for the Intel part, so memory-heavy workloads may favor the AMD design. ECC memory support is exclusive to the AMD part, making it the choice for systems that require error-correcting memory. The 4 nm process node from TSMC also indicates a more modern manufacturing process than Intel's 10 nm node.

For embedded or mobile deployments where power efficiency and ECC are priorities, the AMD part's feature set is attractive. For desktop workloads where measured performance matters, the Intel part has the only verified data, and its average score of 13594 places it above several common rivals. The Intel part also offers DDR4 compatibility, which broadens its platform options. The AMD part's 16 PCIe lanes versus the Intel part's 8 lanes gives it an advantage for systems with more expansion devices, provided the rest of the platform supports those lanes.