AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 vs Intel Core 7 150U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows only one of these two processors has benchmark results in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has no recorded benchmark scores, while the Intel Core 7 150U has a full suite of Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark results. This makes a direct head-to-head comparison impossible from measurements alone. What the database does provide is a clear picture of where the Intel part stands against other CPUs, and the architectural specifications that separate the two.

The Intel Core 7 150U delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8883 and a single-core score of 1875.5. In Geekbench, it records 6234 multicore and 1857 single-core. Passmark results include a multithread score of 14700, single-thread of 3508, integer math at 51057, floating point math at 34405, data compression at 158622, and data encryption at 10025. Its extended instructions score reaches 8748, while random string sorting hits 18269 and physics processing lands at 1012. Prime number finding scores 58.

The Intel chip sits at the 71st percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 17395. Its nearest rivals are all AMD parts: the Ryzen 5 4500 at 17333 (0.4% slower), the Ryzen 3 210 at 17321 (0.4% slower), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE at 17482 (0.5% faster), and the Ryzen 5 4600G at 17507 (0.6% faster). These deltas are small, placing the Core 7 150U in a tight performance cluster where no single processor has a meaningful edge.

Because the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 lacks benchmark entries, its wins total zero, and the Intel part also shows zero direct head-to-head wins. The database records no shared tests between the two. Any performance comparison must rely on architectural characteristics rather than measured scores.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 uses the Zen 5 microarchitecture, codenamed Gorgon Halo, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its TDP is 55 watts. The Intel Core 7 150U uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-U, on Intel's 10 nm process. It has 10 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 1.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Its TDP is 15 watts.

The core counts tell different stories. Intel's 10 cores include performance and efficiency cores, which is why 10 cores yield only 12 threads. AMD's 8 cores all support simultaneous multithreading, giving 16 threads from fewer physical cores. This means the AMD chip has more threads available for parallel workloads despite having two fewer cores.

Cache configurations differ substantially. Both use 80 KB of L1 per core. The AMD processor has 1 MB of L2 per core, while Intel provides 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a major gap: AMD has 32 MB shared, Intel has 12 MB shared. That is nearly triple the last-level cache on the AMD side.

Memory support diverges completely. AMD uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus, and the database lists no memory bandwidth figure for it. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, while Intel does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD pairs its CPU with a Radeon 8050S, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The AMD part is built on a 70.6 mm² die, while Intel's die size is not recorded. AMD's socket is AMD Socket FP11, Intel uses Intel BGA 1744. Release dates are far apart: AMD launched on May 19, 2026, Intel on January 7, 2024.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 150U wins in scenarios where its higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz can be sustained. Single-threaded workloads benefit from that clock advantage over AMD's 5.00 GHz boost. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1875.5 and Geekbench single-core of 1857 indicate capable single-thread performance. Its 15 watt TDP also makes it a lower-power option for thin-and-light mobile designs.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 wins on paper where parallel throughput and memory bandwidth matter. Its 16 threads versus Intel's 12 threads give it more simultaneous execution capacity. The quad-channel LPDDR5X memory bus with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth dwarfs Intel's dual-channel setup, which has no recorded bandwidth figure. That memory bandwidth advantage matters for integrated graphics workloads, where the GPU shares system memory. The Radeon 8050S likely benefits from the wider memory path, though no benchmark data confirms this.

The AMD chip also wins on cache capacity. Its 32 MB L3 cache versus Intel's 12 MB L3 gives it more room for frequently accessed data, which can reduce memory stalls in workloads with large working sets. ECC memory support gives it an edge in error-sensitive computing environments, though this matters less for typical consumer use.

For the Intel part, the data shows a processor that performs close to several AMD desktop parts. Its average benchmark score of 17395 is within 0.6% of the Ryzen 5 4600G and within 0.4% of the Ryzen 5 4500 and Ryzen 3 210. This suggests that in measured multicore workloads, the Core 7 150U performs similarly to those established AMD chips, despite being a low-power mobile processor.

The Verdict

The database contains no benchmark results for the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485, so any verdict must be based on specifications and the Intel part's measured performance. For users who need measured data to make a decision, the Intel Core 7 150U is the only option with recorded scores. It delivers solid multicore performance, as shown by its 8883 Cinebench R23 multicore result and 14700 Passmark multithread score, and its 71st percentile ranking places it above most CPUs in the database.

The AMD part offers specifications that suggest strong potential: more threads (16 versus 12), significantly more L3 cache (32 MB versus 12 MB), much higher memory bandwidth (273.1 GB/s versus no recorded figure), and a newer process node (4 nm versus 10 nm). Its 55 watt TDP indicates higher power draw, which means it is not directly comparable to Intel's 15 watt part in the same thermal envelope.

For a builder prioritizing low power consumption and proven benchmark results, the Intel Core 7 150U is the safer choice. For a builder who values memory bandwidth, thread count, and cache capacity, and who is willing to accept higher power consumption, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 appears better positioned on paper. Without AMD benchmark data, the database cannot confirm how those specifications translate into real-world performance.

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core 7 150U compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It scores 17395 average, which is 0.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 and Ryzen 3 210, 0.5% behind the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE, and 0.6% behind the Ryzen 5 4600G.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 16 threads from 8 cores, while the Intel Core 7 150U has 12 threads from 10 cores.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The AMD part has 32 MB shared L3 cache, while the Intel part has 12 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 150U does not.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The AMD processor uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and 273.1 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no recorded bandwidth.

Q: What are the boost clocks?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core 7 150U boosts to 5.40 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 | Intel Core 7 150U |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 15 W |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB shared | 12 MB shared |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 273.1 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 8 lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 8050S | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Raptor Lake-U |

| Release Date | May 19, 2026 | January 7, 2024 |