AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data contains benchmark results for the Intel Processor N150 only. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has no benchmark entries in the database, which means no direct head-to-head comparison can be drawn from measured scores. Intel's N150 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 2590.5 and a single-core score of 935. In Cinebench R15, it records 422.5 multi-core and 153.15 single-core. These figures place the N150 at the 28th percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 1025. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T (average score 1024, delta 0.1%), the Intel Core i3-4340 (average score 1026, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U (average score 1024, delta 0.1%), and the Intel Core i7-5650U (average score 1027, delta -0.2%). The Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 sits at the 50th percentile, but without benchmark scores, the database cannot quantify its performance advantage. The absence of head-to-head benchmark entries means any direct comparison is limited to architectural specifications rather than measured results.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 uses the Gorgon Halo codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on Zen 5 architecture. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC, with a die size of 70.6 mm². The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, also known as Twin Lake codename, and belongs to the Intel Processor generation based on Alder Lake-N. Intel fabricates this chip on a 10 nm process at its own foundry. The process node difference is substantial: AMD's 4 nm versus Intel's 10 nm, which typically correlates with transistor density and power efficiency, though the database does not record transistor counts for either part.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads. This means the AMD part offers double the physical cores and four times the thread count. Cache hierarchies also differ. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3. Intel configures 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD processor's L3 cache is over five times larger in total capacity. Memory support diverges as well: AMD uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus delivering 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth, while Intel supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over a single-channel bus with 38.4 GB/s. That is a 7.1x difference in theoretical memory bandwidth. AMD also supports ECC memory, which Intel does not. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ by model. The Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 includes a Radeon 8050S, while the N150 includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores for either, so no performance comparison is possible. Power envelopes are dramatically different: the AMD part has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 6 watts. Socket types differ, with AMD using Socket FP11 and Intel using BGA 1264. The AMD processor has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates differ by roughly 18 months: Intel launched on 2024-11-19, AMD on 2026-05-19.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel N150 has measurable benchmark results, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has none. This does not indicate that Intel wins in performance; it simply means the database contains no data for AMD. The N150's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 2590.5 positions it at the 28th percentile, which indicates it sits below the median CPU in the database. Its nearest rivals, all scoring between 1024 and 1027, show a tightly clustered performance band. The AMD part's 50th percentile places it at the median, but without scores, the exact margin cannot be stated.

Architecturally, the AMD part should excel in multi-threaded workloads given its 8 cores, 16 threads, and 32 MB L3 cache versus the N150's 4 cores, 4 threads, and 6 MB L3. The quad-channel memory bus with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth versus 38.4 GB/s suggests a major advantage in memory-intensive tasks such as large dataset processing or integrated graphics workloads. The Radeon 8050S likely handles graphics duties more capably than UHD Graphics 730, though no benchmark confirms this. The N150's 6-watt TDP makes it suited for low-power, fanless designs, while the AMD part's 55-watt TDP indicates a higher-performance mobile segment. The Intel part's 0.10 GHz base clock is unusually low, suggesting aggressive power gating; its 3.60 GHz boost clock matches the AMD part's base clock.

The Verdict

The data shows two processors aimed at different segments. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485, with 8 cores, 16 threads, a 5.00 GHz boost clock, 32 MB L3, and quad-channel LPDDR5X, is positioned as a high-performance mobile part. The Intel Processor N150, with 4 cores, 4 threads, a 3.60 GHz boost clock, 6 MB L3, and single-channel memory, is positioned as a low-power entry-level part. The database records no benchmark scores for AMD, so measured performance cannot be compared. The N150's average benchmark score of 1025 and 28th percentile place it in the lower half of the database. The AMD part's 50th percentile suggests it sits at the median, but this is unverified by actual scores. Users who need maximum multi-threading, memory bandwidth, and integrated graphics capability should consider the AMD part based on its specifications. Users who prioritize low power consumption and minimal cooling requirements should consider the Intel part based on its 6-watt TDP. The two chips do not compete in the same class, and the data does not support a direct performance ranking.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The AMD part supports quad-channel LPDDR5X with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports single-channel DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5 with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor N150 does not.

Q: What are the Cinebench R23 scores for the Intel N150?

A: The Intel N150 scores 2590.5 in multi-core and 935 in single-core Cinebench R23. No Cinebench scores are recorded for the AMD part.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 watts.

Q: When was each processor released?

A: The Intel Processor N150 was released on 2024-11-19. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 was released on 2026-05-19.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 | Intel Processor N150 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 4 |

| Threads | 16 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 6 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Twin Lake |

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

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (shared) |

| L3 Cache | 32 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 273.1 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 3, 9 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 8050S | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release Date | 2026-05-19 | 2024-11-19 |

| Part Number | 100-000002144 | SRPNR |

| Percentile | 50 | 28 |