AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Core 3 201E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no shared benchmark scores between the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core 3 201E. The Intel part has a full benchmark record, while the AMD part has no recorded test scores. This makes a direct head-to-head comparison impossible from the available data. The Intel Core 3 201E shows an average benchmark score of 19,056 across its recorded tests. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 carries an average benchmark score of 0 in the database, and its percentile ranking sits at 50 against all CPUs. The Intel chip ranks at the 73rd percentile, a notable gap that reflects its recorded performance data.

The Intel Core 3 201E delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12,613 and a single-core score of 1,780. Its Cinebench R20 results show 5,297 multi-core and 747 single-core. The R15 generation records 1,271 multi-core and 179 single-core. PassMark results for the Intel chip include 43,894 in integer math, 33,260 in floating point math, 14,839 in multithread, and 3,482 in single-thread tests. Data compression reaches 164,160, while encryption scores 8,931. Extended instruction workloads produce 11,035, and random string sorting lands at 17,783. The physics test records 1,141, and the prime number search yields 57.

The AMD chip has no corresponding entries in any of these test categories. Its 12 cores and 24 threads suggest a capable multi-threaded processor, but the database does not yet confirm this with actual scores. The Intel part uses 4 cores and 8 threads, a configuration that produces the scores listed above. Without AMD benchmark data, the only numerical comparisons available come from the specification fields, not from performance tests.

The nearest rivals for the Intel Core 3 201E provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS posts an average score of 19,047, a 0 percent delta from the Intel chip. The Intel Core i5-12400F scores 19,039, also a 0.1 percent difference. The Intel Core i5-1335U reaches 18,982, a 0.4 percent gap. The AMD EPYC 7773X records 18,979, another 0.4 percent difference. These figures place the Core 3 201E in a tight cluster with those four processors, all within roughly half a percent of each other. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no nearest rivals listed, leaving its competitive position undefined in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 201E wins in every benchmark category where data exists, simply because it is the only part with recorded scores. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 12,613 represents the strongest multi-threaded workload score in its record, while the single-core score of 1,780 shows its per-thread capability. PassMark integer math at 43,894 and floating point math at 33,260 both indicate solid general computing performance. The data compression score of 164,160 is the highest single value in its benchmark set, suggesting strong performance in compression workloads. Data encryption at 8,931 and extended instructions at 11,035 round out the security and specialized instruction categories.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 cannot claim a win in any measured test because no tests are recorded. Its specification sheet points to potential advantages in core count, with 12 cores versus 4, and threads, 24 versus 8. The L3 cache difference is substantial, 64 MB on the AMD part versus 12 MB on the Intel part. Memory bandwidth also diverges sharply, with the AMD chip rated at 273.1 GB/s over a quad-channel LPDDR5X interface, while the Intel chip uses dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 at 76.8 GB/s. These specifications suggest the AMD part would likely dominate memory-heavy and multi-threaded workloads, but the database contains no benchmark confirmation.

The Intel chip does win on clock speed in base frequency, 3.60 GHz versus 3.20 GHz, and the boost clocks are close, 4.80 GHz versus 5.00 GHz in favor of AMD. The Intel part also carries a higher TDP at 60 watts versus 55 watts, though TDP alone does not determine performance. The production status for both is active, so neither part is discontinued.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturers and use different underlying designs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 201E uses a 10 nm process at Intel. The AMD chip belongs to the Gorgon Halo codename and the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation based on Zen 5. The Intel chip uses the Bartlett Lake codename and the Core 3 generation. The AMD die consists of two 70.6 mm² tiles, a chiplet design, while the Intel die is a single 163 mm² piece.

Core and cache layouts differ distinctly. The AMD part has 12 cores and 24 threads, with 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core. Its L3 cache totals 64 MB. The Intel part has 4 cores and 8 threads, with the same 80 KB L1 per core but a larger 1.25 MB L2 per core. Its L3 cache is 12 MB shared. The per-core L2 advantage goes to Intel, but the total cache pool goes to AMD by a wide margin.

Memory architecture separates the two clearly. The AMD chip supports LPDDR5X across a quad-channel bus, delivering 273.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel bus, delivering 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The PCIe generation advantage goes to Intel, the memory bandwidth advantage goes to AMD.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD chip includes a Radeon 8050S, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD product name includes "AI Max PRO," reflecting its positioning, and its socket is AMD Socket FP11. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part targets the mobile market segment, while the Intel part targets desktop. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not an intended feature for either.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 3 201E has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How much memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: The AMD chip supports 273.1 GB/s over quad-channel LPDDR5X. The Intel chip supports 76.8 GB/s over dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 3 201E has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Core 3 201E support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core 3 201E has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: What benchmark scores does the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 have recorded?

A: The database contains no benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490. Its average benchmark score is 0. The Intel Core 3 201E, by contrast, has a recorded average benchmark score of 19,056.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 | Intel Core 3 201E |

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

| Cores | 12 | 4 |

| Threads | 24 | 8 |

| Base clock | 3.20 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 60 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5) | Core 3 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 163 mm² |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 64 MB | 12 MB shared |

| Memory support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| Memory bandwidth | 273.1 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe version | Gen 4 | Gen 5 |

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

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-05-19 | 2025-01-12 |

| Part number | 100-000002141 | SRVTR |

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split based on use case. The Intel Core 3 201E has a complete benchmark record and ranks at the 73rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average score of 19,056. Its nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS, Intel Core i5-12400F, Intel Core i5-1335U, and AMD EPYC 7773X, all sit within 0.4 percent of its average score. This indicates the Intel chip performs in line with a well-established group of mid-range processors.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no benchmark scores, so its actual performance cannot be verified from the database. Its specifications point toward a different design philosophy: more cores, more threads, much larger L3 cache, and over three times the memory bandwidth. The 4 nm process from TSMC suggests a more modern manufacturing approach than the 10 nm Intel process. The mobile market segment and the AI-focused product name indicate a target audience of laptop users needing high memory throughput and multi-threaded capability.

For users who need confirmed performance data, the Intel Core 3 201E is the only part with measurable results. Its desktop socket, PCIe Gen 5 support, and 60 watt TDP fit a traditional desktop build. The AMD chip, with its quad-channel LPDDR5X memory and 273.1 GB/s bandwidth, appears designed for workloads that stress memory access patterns, but the database cannot confirm this without scores. The choice between the two comes down to whether verified benchmark results matter more than a specification sheet that promises higher potential. The Intel part delivers recorded numbers; the AMD part delivers an unverified but technically differentiated design.