AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs Intel Core 5 223PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data sets these two processors far apart in measured performance. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 returns an average benchmark score of 62,839 and sits in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE currently has no recorded benchmark scores in the database and sits in the 50th percentile. That percentile difference alone indicates a substantial gap in expected capability.

The AMD part’s strongest recorded results come from its multithreaded and math-heavy workloads. It scores 31,817 in PassMark multithread, 117,832 in integer math, and 70,587 in floating point math. The data compression test returns 374,429, which is the single highest recorded score for this processor. Encryption work produces 19,612, while extended instruction workloads reach 26,544. Random string sorting finishes at 40,557, and the physics test records 1,772. Single-thread performance sits at 3,977, and the prime number search returns 129.

Because the Intel Core 5 223PTE has no benchmark entries, there are no direct head-to-head measurements to compare. The nearest rivals for the AMD part, however, provide useful context. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 averages 62,839, which is 0.2% above the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX’s 62,738 and 0.5% above the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465’s 62,498. It trails the Intel Core i7-13790F by 0.4% (63,080) and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX by 0.5% (63,173). These deltas are small, placing the AMD part in a tightly contested performance band among established desktop and mobile processors.

The Intel part’s lack of scores means the database cannot yet confirm how it compares in real workloads. Its 50th percentile ranking, though, suggests it lands near the middle of the distribution, far below the AMD part’s 93rd percentile placement. The data indicates that for any workload where the AMD processor has a recorded advantage, the Intel processor has no countervailing measurement to challenge it.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different fabs, process nodes, and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Embedded generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on TSMC’s 4 nm process with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 5 223PTE carries the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation; it is built on Intel’s 10 nm process. Intel lists no die size for this part.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD processor provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel processor provides 8 cores and 16 threads. That is a 50% advantage in both cores and threads for the AMD part. Clock speeds favor Intel on paper: the AMD chip has a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 5.10 GHz boost clock, while the Intel chip has a 2.30 GHz base clock and a 5.40 GHz boost clock. The Intel part’s boost advantage is 0.30 GHz, and its base advantage is 0.30 GHz.

Cache layouts also diverge. Both processors list 80 KB of L1 per core. L2 cache differs: the AMD part has 1 MB per core, while the Intel part has 2 MB per core. L3 cache favors Intel in total capacity, with 24 MB shared against the AMD part’s 16 MB. The Intel processor therefore holds a 8 MB L3 advantage and doubles the per-core L2.

Memory support overlaps but is not identical. Both support dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and both support ECC memory. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel processor thus adds DDR4 compatibility, while the AMD processor adds LPDDR5X support for lower-power memory configurations.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. The AMD processor provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel processor provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, doubling the per-lane bandwidth available for attached devices.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses a Radeon 890M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking headroom is not part of the specification.

Power envelopes are not equal. The AMD processor has a 28 W TDP, while the Intel processor has a 45 W TDP. That is a 17 W difference in favor of the AMD part’s lower thermal design point.

Market segments diverge as well. The AMD part is listed as a mobile processor and uses AMD Socket FP8. The Intel part is listed as a desktop processor and uses Intel Socket 1700.

Release timing is close. The AMD processor has a release date of 2026-02-28, and the Intel processor follows on 2026-03-08. Both are marked active in production.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 boosts to 5.10 GHz. The Intel part also has a higher base clock at 2.30 GHz versus 2.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both support ECC memory and dual-channel configurations with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has 16 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The AMD processor uses a Radeon 890M, and the Intel processor uses UHD Graphics 770.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has an average benchmark score of 62,839. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 | Intel Core 5 223PTE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 8 |

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

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

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 233 mm² | Not listed |

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

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 24 MB shared |

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

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 890M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $232 |

| Part number | Unknown | SA4QL |

| Average benchmark score | 62,839 | 0 |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 93 | 50 |

Fields that match are not listed: both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core, dual-channel memory, 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, ECC support, and locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 delivers an average benchmark score of 62,839 and ranks in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded scores and ranks in the 50th percentile. For any user selecting primarily on measured compute performance, the AMD part is the only option with supporting data.

The AMD processor also brings more cores and threads, a smaller process node, lower power draw, and a mobile form factor. Its 12 cores and 24 threads outnumber the Intel part’s 8 cores and 16 threads. Its 4 nm TSMC process is two generations ahead of Intel’s 10 nm node in the listed specifications. Its 28 W TDP is 17 W lower than the Intel part’s 45 W TDP, which matters for thermally constrained systems.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has its own advantages in the specification sheet. It offers a higher base clock and boost clock, twice the L2 cache per core, 8 MB more L3 cache, DDR4 memory compatibility, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and a desktop socket. Its launch MSRP is $232, though the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP for comparison. The Intel part’s 50th percentile placement, however, suggests it is not positioned to compete with the AMD part in raw performance.

The nearest rival data reinforces this. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 trades within 0.5% of the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX, Intel Core i7-13790F, Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX, and AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465. Those are established processors with substantial performance reputations. The Intel Core 5 223PTE has no rival list and no benchmark entries, so it cannot be placed in the same competitive band.

For workloads that prioritize multithreaded throughput, math operations, encryption, compression, or single-thread responsiveness, the database currently supports the AMD processor. Its recorded scores across all eleven PassMark tests provide a complete picture. The Intel processor’s empty benchmark array leaves no comparable evidence.

For systems that require PCIe Gen 5, DDR4 support, a desktop socket, or a higher stock boost clock, the Intel part offers those specific attributes. Its larger L3 cache and per-core L2 cache may help in cache-sensitive workloads, but no measurements confirm this.

The selection depends on which documented facts matter most. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is the only one of the two with measured performance data, and that data is strong: a 93rd percentile ranking and an average score within 0.5% of four well-known rivals. The Intel Core 5 223PTE is a specification sheet with no recorded results, a 50th percentile rank, and a set of connectivity and cache features that serve desktop builders. The database cannot verify its performance, so any claim of superiority for the Intel part would lack supporting measurements.

The verdict from the data is straightforward. Buyers who need proven compute performance, higher thread counts, lower power consumption, and a smaller process node should look to the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185. Buyers who need PCIe Gen 5, DDR4 memory support, a desktop platform, and a higher clocked CPU with more cache should consider the Intel Core 5 223PTE, with the caveat that its performance is unmeasured in the database. Both chips are active production parts with near-identical release dates in early 2026, so availability timing is not a differentiator.