AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows a clear split between the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i and the Intel Core 9 273PQE. However, the benchmark database contains a complete set of measurements for only one of the two processors. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark test suites, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i has no recorded benchmark entries in the database. This means the head-to-head comparison is one-sided: the Intel part has measurable wins in every category where data exists, simply because no comparable AMD scores are present.

That said, the use-case analysis can still be constructed from the architectural and market positioning data. The AMD part carries the "Embedded" designation and the Ryzen AI branding, targets the mobile segment, and uses the Gorgon Point codename with a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid core layout. The Intel part is a desktop processor in the Core 9 tier, built on the Bartlett Lake architecture, and its benchmark scores place it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel chip would win in any scenario where raw multi-threaded throughput, single-core responsiveness, or data processing speed is the primary requirement, based on its measured scores. The AMD chip, with no benchmark data, cannot claim a win in any measured category.

The Intel Core 9 273PQE shows particular strength in multi-core workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score reaches 39190, and its Cinebench R20 multi-core result is 16459. The Passmark multithread score of 46107 further confirms this pattern. For single-thread tasks, the Intel part records 5532 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4573 in Passmark single-thread. The AMD processor, with its lower base and boost clocks and mobile-oriented design, would likely target power-constrained embedded applications, but the absence of benchmark data prevents any quantitative statement about where it wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge in nearly every fundamental architectural decision. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation, which the database identifies as Zen 5 / Zen 5c. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, sits in the Core 9 generation, and is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The die size for the Intel part is not recorded.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD chip provides 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel chip provides 12 cores and 24 threads. Both use a per-core L1 cache of 80 KB, but the L2 cache differs: AMD allocates 1 MB per core, Intel allocates 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a larger gap: AMD has 16 MB total, while Intel has 36 MB shared. The Intel part's larger cache hierarchy aligns with its higher core count and desktop positioning.

Clock speeds also separate the two. The AMD processor has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The Intel part runs at higher frequencies across the board, which contributes to its measured benchmark performance. Thermal design power differs significantly: AMD specifies 28 W, Intel specifies 125 W. This 97 W gap reflects the different market segments, mobile versus desktop, and explains why the AMD chip can operate in embedded contexts while the Intel chip requires a desktop cooling solution.

Memory support shows partial overlap. Both support dual-channel memory with a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. However, AMD lists DDR5 and LPDDR5X support, while Intel lists DDR4 and DDR5 support. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs by generation: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD pairs with a Radeon 880M, Intel pairs with UHD Graphics 770.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare between the two processors?

A: Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel chip has 2 MB of L2 cache per core and 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What process nodes are used for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i uses a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD and Intel processors support ECC memory.

Q: What is the thermal design power for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has a TDP of 125 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has a boost clock of 5.90 GHz, compared to the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i's boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 10 | 12 |

| Threads | 20 | 24 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 233 mm² | Not recorded |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 880M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-02-28 | 2026-03-08 |

| Part number | unknown | SA4Q9 |

| Multiplier unlocked | false | false |

Shared specifications include 80 KB L1 cache per core, dual-channel memory bus, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC memory support, and active production status. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 9 273PQE is $589; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark scores for the Intel Core 9 273PQE but no scores for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i. This makes a direct head-to-head comparison impossible in quantitative terms. The Intel processor's scores stand on their own, and its percentile ranking of 93 against all CPUs in the database indicates strong overall performance.

Looking at the Intel part's measured results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 39190 places it in a high-performance tier. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 16459 and the Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 3950 follow the same pattern. Single-core results are also substantial: Cinebench R23 single-core scores 5532, Cinebench R20 single-core scores 2323, and Cinebench R15 single-core scores 557.

The Passmark suite shows varied results across different workloads. Integer math scores 164629, floating point math scores 125546, and extended instructions score 38743. Data compression scores 585752, while data encryption scores 29636. Random string sorting scores 53167, and find prime numbers scores 198. Physics scores 2754, and multithread scores 46107. The single-thread score is 4573.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core 9 273PQE provide context for its average benchmark score of 66099. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus has an average score of 66159, which is 0.1% lower than the Core 9 273PQE. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914, which is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores 66855, which is 1.1% higher. The AMD EPYC 4465P scores 66925, which is 1.2% higher. These deltas show the Core 9 273PQE sitting in a tight competitive cluster, within roughly a percentage point of four other high-end processors.

Without AMD benchmark scores, the only defensible statement is that the Intel Core 9 273PQE has a complete set of measurements, and those measurements indicate a processor that performs near the top of the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i's absence from the benchmark section means no win can be attributed to it in any recorded test.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for users who need measured performance: the Intel Core 9 273PQE. Its benchmark scores are fully recorded, its percentile ranking of 93 places it among the top processors in the database, and its average benchmark score of 66099 sits within 1.2% of four strong rivals. The nearest rival comparison shows the Intel part essentially matching the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, with a delta of only 0.3%. For desktop workloads requiring multi-core throughput, single-core speed, or data processing, the Intel processor has the recorded evidence to back its selection.

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i serves a different purpose. Its 28 W TDP, mobile segment designation, and embedded branding indicate a design focused on power efficiency and integration rather than peak performance. Its Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid architecture and 4 nm TSMC process suggest modern design, but without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm its performance level. Users considering the AMD part would be selecting it for its embedded characteristics, low power envelope, and LPDDR5X support, not for measured benchmark wins.

The choice depends on the use case. For desktop computing where performance is the priority, the Intel Core 9 273PQE has all the data. For embedded or mobile applications where power draw is critical, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P174i offers a 28 W TDP and a smaller process node, but its performance remains unquantified in the database. The Intel part also carries a recorded launch MSRP of $589, while the AMD part has no listed price. The production status for both is active, and both are scheduled for release in early 2026, with the AMD part dated 2026-02-28 and the Intel part dated 2026-03-08.