AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 and Intel Core 5 223PQE occupy different segments of the processor market, with the former aimed at high-performance mobile workstations and the latter at desktop systems. The database contains extensive benchmark results for the AMD part, while the Intel processor has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry shapes the analysis, which relies on architectural specifications and the AMD chip’s measured performance relative to its closest rivals.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 and the Intel Core 5 223PQE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the wins counter shows zero for both processors. Consequently, no direct score deltas can be cited between these two specific parts.

However, the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 has a full set of recorded benchmark results. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 36064, while its single-core score is 5091. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 15146 and single-core is 2138. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 3635 and a single-core score of 513. PassMark results include a multi-thread score of 41737, a single-thread score of 4028, integer math at 146519, floating-point math at 90594, data encryption at 25097, data compression at 487145, extended instructions at 38716, find prime numbers at 316, random string sorting at 53113, and physics at 2761.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark entries in the database. Its average benchmark score is zero, and its percentile ranking among all CPUs is 50. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390, by comparison, sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs. The AMD part’s average benchmark score is 56273.

Since direct comparison is impossible, the nearest rivals for the AMD processor provide context. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 has an average score of 56306, which is 0.1% higher than the Ryzen AI Max 390’s 56273. The Intel Core i9-14900HX averages 56004, putting it 0.5% behind the AMD part. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX averages 56555, which is 0.5% ahead. The Intel Core 7 253PQE averages 55919, trailing the Ryzen AI Max 390 by 0.6%. These tiny deltas place the AMD chip in a tight performance cluster, with all four rivals within a 0.6% band.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 demonstrates clear strengths in multi-threaded workloads based on its Cinebench results. Its R23 multi-core score of 36064 is roughly seven times its single-core score of 5091, indicating strong scaling across its 12 cores and 24 threads. The PassMark multi-thread score of 41737 reinforces this, as does the integer math result of 146519. For data compression, the score of 487145 is the highest recorded benchmark for this chip, suggesting excellent performance in compression tasks. Floating-point math at 90594 and extended instructions at 38716 also show solid throughput for numerical and SIMD-heavy code.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE, lacking any benchmark scores, cannot be credited with any measured wins in the database. Its architectural specifications, however, indicate potential advantages in certain areas. It has a higher base clock of 4.00 GHz and a higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz, compared to the AMD part’s 3.20 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. These clock speeds suggest an advantage in lightly threaded workloads, though no benchmark data confirms this. The Intel chip also supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility in platform choice, while the AMD part is limited to LPDDR5X.

In terms of raw core count, the AMD processor leads with 12 cores and 24 threads versus the Intel’s 8 cores and 16 threads. This gives the AMD part a structural advantage in parallel workloads. The AMD chip’s 64 MB of shared L3 cache dwarfs the Intel’s 24 MB, which can benefit workloads with large working sets. The Intel part has a larger L2 cache per core at 2 MB versus the AMD’s 1 MB per core, potentially aiding per-core performance in certain access patterns.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is built on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Halo, using a 4 nm process node from TSMC. It has a die size of 2x 70.6 mm², indicating a chiplet design. The processor uses 12 cores and 24 threads with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The thermal design power is 55 watts, which is notably low for a processor with this core count. It fits the AMD Socket FP11, a mobile platform. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3. Memory support is LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus, providing a memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. PCIe is Gen 4 with 16 lanes available from the CPU. The integrated graphics are Radeon 8050S, and the processor targets the mobile market segment. Its release date is recorded as January 5, 2025, and it is currently active in production.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE is based on the Bartlett Lake platform, built on a 10 nm process node at Intel’s own foundry. It uses 8 cores and 16 threads with a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The thermal design power is 125 watts, more than double the AMD part’s 55 watts. It uses the Intel Socket 1700, a desktop platform. The cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which is significantly lower than the AMD chip’s 256.0 GB/s. ECC memory is supported. PCIe is Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, a newer generation than the AMD part’s Gen 4. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 770. The market segment is desktop, and the release date is March 8, 2026. The launch MSRP is $319, stated once here. The part number is SA4QC.

The architectural differences are substantial. The AMD chip uses a newer process node (4 nm versus 10 nm), which likely contributes to its much lower 55-watt TDP. The AMD part has more cores, more threads, more L3 cache, and a wider memory bus with more than double the bandwidth. The Intel part counters with higher clock speeds, a newer PCIe generation, and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The AMD chip’s mobile socket and integrated Radeon 8050S graphics contrast with the Intel part’s desktop socket and UHD Graphics 770.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is a high-performance mobile processor with a substantial benchmark footprint. Its 91st percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 56273 place it in the upper tier of all CPUs. The nearest rivals, all within 0.6% of its average score, include the Intel Core i9-14900HX and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470, confirming its competitive position among premium processors. The chip delivers strong multi-core performance, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 36064 and PassMark multi-thread score of 41737.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmarks, so its performance cannot be assessed from measured data. Its specifications suggest a desktop part with high clock speeds and a moderate core count of 8 cores and 16 threads. The 125-watt TDP indicates a power-hungry design relative to the AMD part. The 50th percentile ranking, based on no benchmark scores, is effectively a placeholder rather than a measured outcome.

For users who rely on benchmark-verified performance, the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is the only part in this comparison with data to support claims. It excels in multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its Cinebench and PassMark results. Its memory bandwidth of 256.0 GB/s and 64 MB of L3 cache make it well-suited for data-intensive tasks. The low 55-watt TDP suggests efficient operation in mobile form factors.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE, based on specifications alone, offers higher boost clocks and a newer PCIe generation, which could benefit certain workloads such as gaming or applications sensitive to single-thread speed. However, without benchmark scores, any such assertion remains unverified. The dual-channel memory bus and lower bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s may limit memory-bound tasks compared to the AMD part. The desktop socket and 125-watt TDP imply a stationary system with less concern for power efficiency.

The database provides no direct comparison, so the verdict rests on available evidence. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is a measured performer with a broad set of benchmark results. The Intel Core 5 223PQE is a specification-only entry with no recorded performance data. Any choice between them would favor the AMD part for verified multi-threaded performance, while the Intel part would be chosen only if its unmeasured specifications are deemed sufficient for specific needs.

FAQ

Q: Does the database contain any direct benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 and the Intel Core 5 223PQE?

A: No, the head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and no direct score deltas exist between these two processors. The AMD part has its own benchmark scores, while the Intel part has none.

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score?

A: The recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core score for the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is 36064, with a single-core score of 5091.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 compare to its nearest rival, the Intel Core i9-14900HX?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900HX has an average benchmark score of 56004, which is 0.5% lower than the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390’s average score of 56273.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 supports 256.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth via a quad-channel LPDDR5X bus. The Intel Core 5 223PQE supports 89.6 GB/s via a dual-channel bus using DDR4 or DDR5 memory.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 has a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has a TDP of 125 watts.