AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete benchmark profile for the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark scores listed in the database. This makes a direct score-by-score comparison impossible, but the available information still allows for meaningful analysis based on the AMD processor's measured performance and the Intel processor's architectural positioning.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 posts an average benchmark score of 49796 across all recorded tests, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core 9 273PE with an average score of 49845, a delta of -0.1%, meaning the AMD part trails that specific Intel processor by a negligible margin. Against the Intel Core i5-14600KF at 49394, the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 leads by 0.8%. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228, a 1.2% gap in favor of the Ryzen AI Max+ 388, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G also sits 1.2% behind at 49196.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 delivers 18759 points. Its single-core result in that same test reaches 1960 points. The older Cinebench R15 suite shows 2872 points multi-core and 298 points single-core. These figures indicate strong scaling between single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, with the multi-core result approximately 9.6 times the single-core score in R23 and roughly 9.6 times in R15 as well.

PassMark results further characterize the AMD processor. The multi-thread score is 33486, while single-thread performance registers 4185. Integer math completes at 109588, floating point math at 72722, and extended instructions at 32719. Data encryption scores 20092, while data compression reaches 400887. Random string sorting produces 43196, and the find prime numbers test yields 145. Physics processing scores 1843.

Because the Intel Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmarks, the database cannot compute wins for either processor. The AMD part's percentile ranking of 90 places it well above the Intel part's 50th percentile ranking, though that Intel figure may reflect the absence of benchmark data rather than measured performance. The average benchmark score for the Intel processor is listed as 0, again a consequence of the empty benchmark array.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PQE reaches 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 tops out at 5.00 GHz.

Q: How do the two processors compare in L3 cache capacity?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD processor supports LPDDR5X memory with a quad-channel bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, whereas the Intel Core 5 223PQE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 and the Intel Core 5 223PQE have locked multipliers.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor include?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 integrates a Radeon 8060S, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE integrates UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Halo codename, fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The die design consists of two 70.6 mm² chiplets. The Intel Core 5 223PQE belongs to the Bartlett Lake codename family and uses a 10 nm process from Intel. No die size information is recorded for the Intel part.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. Both processors share the same L1 cache configuration at 80 KB per core and both have 16 threads across 8 cores. The L2 cache differs: the AMD part uses 1 MB per core, while the Intel part doubles that to 2 MB per core. At the L3 level, the AMD processor provides 32 MB shared, and the Intel processor provides 24 MB shared. Neither chip includes 3D V-Cache.

Memory architecture separates the two processors sharply. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 uses LPDDR5X memory across a quad-channel interface, yielding 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 223PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel interface, with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCI Express connectivity also diverges. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes available from the CPU. The Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The generation difference favors the Intel part for raw link speed, while the AMD part's memory bandwidth advantage is substantial at nearly three times the Intel figure.

The AMD processor integrates a Radeon 8060S graphics solution. The Intel processor integrates UHD Graphics 770. The two processors also target different market segments, with the AMD part classified as Mobile and the Intel part classified as Desktop.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 | Intel Core 5 223PQE |

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

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

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

| L3 cache | 32 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 256.0 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 8060S | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-01-05 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not provided | $319 |

Both processors share 8 cores, 16 threads, 80 KB L1 cache per core, ECC memory support, locked multipliers, and active production status. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $319, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 wins in memory bandwidth, delivering 256.0 GB/s against the Intel Core 5 223PQE's 89.6 GB/s. That 2.9 times advantage positions the AMD processor for workloads that stress memory throughput, such as large dataset manipulation, compression tasks, and other bandwidth-sensitive operations. The PassMark data compression score of 400887 and integer math score of 109588 suggest strong sustained throughput, consistent with the wide memory interface.

The AMD processor also wins on process technology, using a 4 nm TSMC node versus the Intel 10 nm process. The lower TDP of 55 W against 125 W further reinforces the efficiency story for the mobile-oriented AMD part. The 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database reflects the measured performance of the AMD chip, and its nearest rivals all sit within 1.2% of its average score, placing it in competitive company.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE wins on clock speeds, with a 4.00 GHz base and 5.50 GHz boost against the AMD part's 3.60 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. Higher clocks typically benefit lightly threaded workloads, though no benchmark scores exist to confirm this for the Intel part. The Intel processor also supports PCIe Gen 5, doubling the link generation of the AMD part's Gen 4 interface, which matters for high-bandwidth expansion devices. The dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 support provides memory flexibility, and the L2 cache advantage of 2 MB per core versus 1 MB per core could help with certain access patterns.

The Intel part is classified as a Desktop processor with a 125 W TDP, indicating it is designed for sustained heavy workloads in desktop environments. The AMD part's Mobile classification and 55 W TDP point to a different usage envelope despite its high benchmark scores. The Intel processor's launch MSRP of $319 is recorded in the database, while the AMD processor has no launch MSRP listed.

The absence of benchmark data for the Intel Core 5 223PQE means the database cannot validate its performance claims. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has a complete set of measured results, and those results place it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel part's 50th percentile ranking should be interpreted cautiously, as it may stem from missing data rather than tested performance. For users relying on recorded measurements, the AMD processor offers verified performance across multiple test suites. For users prioritizing clock speed, PCIe Gen 5 support, and a desktop form factor, the Intel processor presents a specification-driven alternative, though its actual benchmark standing remains unconfirmed in the database.