AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 vs Intel Core i5-110 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data shows a decisive performance gap between the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 and the Intel Core i5-110 across every recorded workload. The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,759 points, while the Core i5-110 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This absence of measurable results for the Intel part means the comparison is one-sided: the AMD processor stands as the only unit with verifiable performance data.

In single-threaded workloads, the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 produces a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,960 and a Cinebench R15 single-core score of 298. The PassMark single-thread test confirms the same pattern, with a score of 4,185. The Intel Core i5-110 cannot be compared directly because the database contains no benchmark entries for it, leaving its performance unquantified.

The multi-threaded results reinforce the AMD advantage. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score for the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is 2,872, and the PassMark multi-thread score is 33,486. The PassMark integer math test yields 109,588, while floating point math scores 72,722. Data compression reaches 400,887, and data encryption hits 20,092. Extended instructions score 32,719, random string sorting scores 43,196, find prime numbers scores 145, and physics scores 1,843.

The average benchmark score for the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is 49,796, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core i5-110, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits in the 50th percentile, a figure that reflects its lack of recorded data rather than measured parity. The nearest rivals to the AMD part include the Intel Core 9 273PE with an average score of 49,845 and a delta of -0.1%, the Intel Core i5-14600KF at 49,394 with a delta of 0.8%, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 at 49,228 with a delta of 1.2%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G at 49,196 with a delta of 1.2%. These deltas show the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is essentially level with its closest competitors, trailing the Core 9 273PE by only 0.1% while leading the other three by less than 1.2%.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is substantial. 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 Intel Core i5-110 uses the Comet Lake architecture, fabricated on a 14 nm process at Intel. The node difference is stark: 4 nm versus 14 nm, representing a generational leap in manufacturing technology for the AMD part.

The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 packs 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-110 offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache configurations differ as well. The AMD chip provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The L3 allocation alone is nearly three times larger on the AMD side.

Memory architecture also diverges. The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus, delivering 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core i5-110 supports DDR4 memory over a dual-channel bus, delivering 42.7 GB/s. That is a sixfold difference in theoretical memory bandwidth, a factor that heavily influences workloads dependent on data movement.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics solutions are also distinct: the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 carries a Radeon 8060S, while the Core i5-110 carries UHD Graphics 630.

ECC memory support is present on the AMD chip but absent on the Intel chip. The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 also has a larger die footprint, reported as 2x 70.6 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded. The production status for both is listed as Active, and neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

Given the complete absence of benchmark data for the Intel Core i5-110, the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 wins every measurable category by default. The AMD processor dominates multi-core workloads, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,759 and PassMark multi-thread score of 33,486. These numbers indicate strong performance in rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks.

Single-core performance also favors the AMD part. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,960 and PassMark single-thread score of 4,185 suggest responsive everyday use and solid performance in lightly threaded applications. Data-intensive tasks benefit as well, with data compression at 400,887 and data encryption at 20,092 in PassMark tests.

The Intel Core i5-110 has no recorded wins in any category. Its 50th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 0 reflect an absence of data, not a competitive result. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration and 12 MB of L3 cache indicate a lower-end desktop part, but the database provides no measured evidence of its capabilities.

For users selecting between these two, the data points exclusively toward the AMD processor. The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 holds the 90th percentile position among all CPUs, while the Intel part sits at the 50th percentile. The nearest rival comparisons for the AMD chip show it trading blows with high-end parts like the Intel Core 9 273PE and Intel Core i5-14600KF, which reinforces its standing.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field in the database.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 | Intel Core i5-110 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1200 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Comet Lake |

| Codename | Strix Halo | Comet Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 cache | 80 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 256 KB per core |

| L3 cache | 32 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory support | LPDDR5X | DDR4 |

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

| Memory bandwidth | 256.0 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 3, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 8060S | UHD Graphics 630 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-01-05 | 2025-09-10 |

| Launch MSRP | None | $200 |

| Part number | 100-000001980 | SA35X |

The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 runs at higher clocks on both base and boost, with 3.60 GHz and 5.00 GHz versus 2.90 GHz and 4.30 GHz. Despite the higher clocks, the AMD part draws less power at 55 W TDP versus 65 W TDP for the Intel chip. The AMD processor targets the mobile segment with an AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel processor is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1200.

The release dates are close, with the AMD part dated 2026-01-05 and the Intel part dated 2025-09-10. The Intel chip carries a launch MSRP of $200, while the AMD chip has no recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 delivers 256.0 GB/s over a quad-channel LPDDR5X bus. The Core i5-110 delivers 42.7 GB/s over a dual-channel DDR4 bus.

Q: How do the benchmark scores compare?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has recorded scores across all tests, including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,759 and a PassMark single-thread score of 4,185. The Core i5-110 has no benchmark scores in the database.

Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Core i5-110 uses a 14 nm process at Intel.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 has a TDP of 55 W. The Core i5-110 has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 supports ECC memory. The Core i5-110 does not.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear choice. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 outperforms the Intel Core i5-110 in every measured dimension, and the Intel part has no recorded benchmark results to challenge that position. The AMD processor delivers higher core and thread counts, higher clock speeds, a smaller process node, more cache, greater memory bandwidth, and lower power consumption. Its 90th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it among the top performers in the database, while the Core i5-110 sits at the 50th percentile with an average score of 0.

The Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the processor for workloads that demand multi-threaded throughput, as evidenced by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 18,759 and PassMark multi-thread score of 33,486. Its single-thread performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 1,960 and PassMark single-thread score of 4,185, also holds up well. The quad-channel memory bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth make it suitable for memory-intensive applications, and the Radeon 8060S integrated graphics add capability without a discrete card.

The Intel Core i5-110, with its 6 cores, 12 threads, and 12 MB of L3 cache, is a more modest desktop part. Its 65 W TDP, DDR4 support, and PCIe Gen 3 connectivity indicate an older platform. The launch MSRP of $200 places it in a lower tier, but the database contains no performance measurements to validate its standing.

For any application where benchmark data matters, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the only processor with proven results. The Intel Core i5-110 cannot be recommended based on recorded data, as none exists. The verdict from the database is unambiguous: the Ryzen AI Max+ 388 is the superior choice across all tested categories.