AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i vs Intel Core 5 220H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i and Intel Core 5 220H are both active mobile processors, but they target different segments of the laptop market. The Ryzen AI Embedded P164i is a 28 W part built on a 4 nm process, while the Core 5 220H is a 45 W part based on Intel’s 10 nm Raptor Lake architecture. The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core 5 220H, but no recorded scores for the AMD part, which means the analysis below relies on architectural specifications and the available Intel measurements to compare the two. The Intel chip holds an 80th percentile rank among all CPUs in the database, while the AMD chip sits at the 50th percentile, indicating a significant gap in expected performance based on recorded data.

Where Each One Wins

Based strictly on the recorded data, the Intel Core 5 220H wins every benchmark category where measurements exist. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has no benchmark entries in the database, so the comparison is one-sided in terms of measured performance. However, the architectural differences suggest where the AMD part could excel if tested. The Ryzen AI Embedded P164i uses the Gorgon Point codename with a hybrid Zen 5 and Zen 5c core configuration, which typically favors power efficiency and multi-threaded workloads per watt. Its 28 W TDP is substantially lower than the Intel chip’s 45 W TDP, meaning in thermally constrained laptops, the AMD processor could sustain higher clocks for longer periods without throttling.

The Intel Core 5 220H, with 12 cores and 16 threads, delivers strong multi-core results in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11198 places it well above many competitors, and its Passmark multi-thread score of 21884 confirms solid parallel processing. The single-thread performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1853 and a Passmark single-thread score of 3405. This suggests the Intel chip wins in both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads when power is not a constraint.

For the AMD part, the 8 cores and 16 threads at a 5.00 GHz boost clock indicate competitive single-thread potential, but without measured scores, the database cannot confirm this. The AMD chip’s support for DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth gives it a theoretical memory advantage over the Intel chip, which supports DDR4 and DDR5 but has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. In memory-sensitive tasks like data compression or encryption, the AMD part could potentially win, but the Intel chip’s recorded Passmark data compression score of 247921 and encryption score of 15216 are the only hard numbers available.

The Intel chip also wins on cache size. Its 18 MB shared L3 cache is more than double the AMD chip’s 8 MB L3 cache, which typically benefits workloads with large working sets. The Intel part also has a 2 MB L2 cache per core versus 1 MB per core on the AMD part, further favoring the Intel chip in cache-heavy scenarios.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, using the Gorgon Point codename and a generation labeled “Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c).” This hybrid core design mixes performance cores (Zen 5) with efficiency cores (Zen 5c) to balance speed and power draw. The die size is 233 mm², which is a large physical footprint for a mobile part, but the 4 nm node allows for dense transistor packing. The AMD chip has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. It uses AMD Socket FP8 and supports ECC memory, a feature typically found in workstation or embedded systems. The integrated graphics are Radeon 880M, and the PCIe interface is Gen 4 with 16 lanes for the CPU.

The Intel Core 5 220H is built on Intel’s 10 nm process (the database lists the process node as 10 nm, though the architecture is Raptor Lake). It uses the Raptor Lake-H codename and is part of the Core 5 generation, specifically a Raptor Lake Refresh. This is a monolithic design with 12 cores and 16 threads, meaning it uses a mix of performance cores and efficiency cores, but the database does not specify the exact split. The base clock is 2.70 GHz, higher than the AMD chip’s base, and the boost clock is 4.90 GHz, slightly lower than the AMD chip’s 5.00 GHz. The Intel chip has a 45 W TDP, which is 17 W higher than the AMD part, indicating it consumes more power under load. It uses Intel BGA 1744 socket and does not support ECC memory. The integrated graphics are Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, and the PCIe interface is Gen 5 with 8 lanes for the CPU, which is newer but with fewer lanes than the AMD chip.

Cache differences are notable. The AMD chip has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The Intel chip has the same 80 KB L1 per core, but doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core, and more than doubles the L3 to 18 MB shared. This gives the Intel chip a significant advantage in cache capacity, which can reduce memory latency and improve performance in repeated data access patterns.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, with a dual-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database has no bandwidth figure for it. The AMD chip’s LPDDR5X support is a notable feature for low-power laptops, as it allows for faster memory without the power penalty of standard DDR5.

The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $342, while the AMD chip has no recorded launch price.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 5 220H is the superior processor for raw performance. Its 80th percentile rank versus the AMD chip’s 50th percentile is a stark indicator of expected performance. The Intel chip’s 12 cores, higher base clock, larger cache, and higher TDP all point to better multi-threaded throughput, and the available benchmark scores confirm this. For users running CPU-intensive tasks such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or scientific simulations, the Intel chip delivers more measured results.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i, however, has a clear use case in power-constrained environments. Its 28 W TDP is designed for thin and light laptops or embedded systems where heat and battery life are primary concerns. The support for ECC memory and the use of a 4 nm process suggests a focus on reliability and efficiency. The AMD chip’s 5.00 GHz boost clock is higher than the Intel chip’s 4.90 GHz, which could translate to better single-thread performance in bursty workloads if the cooling solution allows it to sustain those clocks. The AMD chip’s Radeon 880M integrated graphics are likely more powerful than Intel’s Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks for either part.

The database shows that the Intel chip’s nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7203P with a comparable average score, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS, and the Intel Xeon E-2436, all within a 0.2% delta of each other. This places the Intel chip in a competitive range for mid-range mobile processors. The AMD chip, with no benchmark data, cannot be placed relative to these rivals.

For a user who needs maximum performance and can tolerate higher power consumption, the Intel Core 5 220H is the clear choice from the data. For a user who prioritizes efficiency, ECC support, or embedded reliability, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i offers features the Intel chip lacks, but its performance remains unquantified in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H has 12 cores, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has 8 cores.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which is 0.10 GHz higher than the Intel Core 5 220H’s 4.90 GHz boost clock.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 220H does not.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has a TDP of 28 W, and the Intel Core 5 220H has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Which chip has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H has an 18 MB shared L3 cache, which is larger than the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i’s 8 MB L3 cache.

Q: What is the Intel Core 5 220H’s average benchmark score?

A: The database records an average benchmark score of 28574 for the Intel Core 5 220H, with a percentile rank of 80 among all CPUs.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i and the Intel Core 5 220H. The only recorded scores belong to the Intel chip, so the comparison is limited to the Intel chip’s absolute performance and the AMD chip’s lack of recorded data.

The Intel Core 5 220H’s strongest recorded result is in Passmark data compression, where it scores 247921. This is a workload that benefits from large caches and high memory bandwidth, and the Intel chip’s 18 MB L3 cache likely contributes to this score. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 11198, which is a strong figure for a 45 W mobile part. Its Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 7812 and R15 multi-core score of 1835 follow the same trend, indicating consistent multi-threaded performance across different versions of the Cinebench test.

Single-thread performance is also solid. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1853 and R20 single-core score of 1102 show that the Intel chip handles lightly threaded tasks well. The Passmark single-thread score of 3405 (recorded twice in the database as both “single_thread” and “singlethread”) confirms this. The Passmark integer math score of 73555 and floating point math score of 51671 indicate strong arithmetic processing, while the extended instructions score of 14642 shows the chip handles SIMD workloads effectively.

The Passmark physics score of 1478 and find prime numbers score of 82 are lower in absolute terms, but these are specialized tests that do not necessarily reflect real-world performance. The random string sorting score of 28438 and multithread score of 21884 round out the recorded data.

Since the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164i has no benchmark scores, the database cannot show any wins for that chip. The Intel Core 5 220H wins all categories by default, but this should not be interpreted as a definitive performance ranking. The AMD chip’s higher boost clock, smaller process node, and lower TDP suggest it could be competitive in single-thread or efficiency-focused tests, but no measurements exist to confirm this. The Intel chip’s 80th percentile rank is based on its own scores across all CPUs in the database, not a direct comparison to the AMD part.