AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Core 5 220H Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data splits these two mobile processors into distinct use-case categories. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 holds advantages in memory bandwidth, cache capacity, and process technology, while the Intel Core 5 220H is the only chip in this comparison with published benchmark scores.

The Intel Core 5 220H shows its strengths in the available Cinebench and PassMark results. Its multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 11198 and single-core score of 1853 indicate a balanced performer. The PassMark suite shows particularly strong integer math at 73555 and floating point math at 51671, suggesting solid general-purpose compute. Data compression at 247921 and random string sorting at 28438 further indicate strong throughput in data manipulation tasks.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490, while lacking direct benchmark scores in the database, wins on structural advantages. Its quad-channel LPDDR5X memory bus delivers 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth, compared to the Intel chip's dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 support with no recorded bandwidth figure. The AMD part also carries 64 MB of L3 cache versus 18 MB shared on the Intel side. These differences point toward workloads that are memory-bandwidth sensitive or benefit from large caching structures.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the AMD chip's 5.00 GHz boost clock edges out the Intel's 4.90 GHz. The base clocks also differ, with AMD at 3.20 GHz and Intel at 2.70 GHz. The Intel chip counters with a higher percentile ranking: it sits at the 80th percentile versus the AMD chip's 50th percentile, meaning the Intel part outperforms a larger share of all CPUs in the database.

Architecture Differences

The fabrication and design philosophies diverge sharply. AMD uses a 4 nm process at TSMC, while Intel relies on a 10 nm process at its own foundry. The AMD chip's codename is Gorgon Halo, part of the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on Zen 5. Intel's part uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename from the Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation.

Core counts match at 12, but thread counts differ: AMD supports 24 threads via simultaneous multithreading, while Intel supports 16 threads. This means the AMD chip can process 8 more concurrent threads, a meaningful advantage in heavily threaded workloads. Both chips use an 80 KB L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: AMD has 1 MB per core, while Intel has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache shows a major gap: AMD provides 64 MB total, Intel provides 18 MB shared. The AMD chip uses a dual-die design with each die measuring 70.6 mm².

Memory architecture separates them further. AMD supports only LPDDR5X with quad-channel access and ECC memory enabled. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel bus, but ECC is not supported. The PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics differ as well, with AMD's Radeon 8050S versus Intel's Iris Xe Graphics 80EU.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Direct head-to-head benchmark data is not recorded in the database, so the comparison relies on the Intel chip's absolute scores and the AMD chip's architectural parameters.

The Intel Core 5 220H's Cinebench results show scaling across versions. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1835 multi-core and 262 single-core. In R20, the scores rise to 7812 multi-core and 1102 single-core. In R23, the multi-core score reaches 11198 and single-core 1853. The progression from R15 to R23 reflects the workload intensity differences between those test versions rather than a performance curve.

PassMark results for the Intel chip show its threading capabilities. The multithread score is 21884, with physics at 1478 and single-thread at 3405. Extended instructions score 14642, data encryption 15216, and find prime numbers 82. The data compression score of 247921 stands out as the highest numerical result in the suite, indicating strong performance in compression workloads.

The AMD chip's nearest rivals list is empty, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0, meaning no direct performance measurements exist for it in the database. The Intel chip, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 28574 with a percentile rank of 80. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7203P at 28583 (0% delta), AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS at 28549 (0.1% delta), Intel Xeon E-2436 at 28530 (0.2% delta), and Intel Core i5-12600 at 28646 (-0.3% delta). These tight deltas place the Core 5 220H in a competitive cluster with those server and mobile parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports 24 threads from 12 cores, while the Intel Core 5 220H supports 16 threads from 12 cores. The AMD chip has 8 additional threads available.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: The AMD chip uses quad-channel LPDDR5X with a recorded bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel chip supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5, but no bandwidth figure is recorded in the database.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: Both have 80 KB L1 per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB L2 per core and 64 MB L3 total. The Intel chip has 2 MB L2 per core and 18 MB L3 shared.

Q: What is the Intel chip's percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H ranks at the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: Which chip has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD chip boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Intel chip boosts to 4.90 GHz. The base clocks are 3.20 GHz for AMD and 2.70 GHz for Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 5 220H does not support ECC memory.

The Verdict

The database presents an asymmetric picture. The Intel Core 5 220H has measured performance data, a high percentile rank, and clear rival comparisons. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has no benchmark scores, placing it at the 50th percentile by default rather than by demonstrated performance.

For workloads that depend on measured throughput, the Intel chip's data shows a capable performer. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11198 and PassMark multithread score of 21884 indicate solid parallel processing. The single-thread score of 3405 in PassMark and 1853 in Cinebench R23 suggest strong light-thread responsiveness. The Intel chip also carries a launch MSRP of $342.

For workloads that depend on memory bandwidth and cache capacity, the AMD chip's specifications point to advantages. Its 273.1 GB/s bandwidth and 64 MB L3 cache are substantially higher than the Intel chip's dual-channel setup and 18 MB L3. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory and runs on a 4 nm process, indicating a more modern fabrication node.

Users who require validated benchmark results should consider the Intel chip, as its scores are recorded and its percentile rank confirms its standing. Users who prioritize memory bandwidth, thread count, and cache size should weigh the AMD chip's specifications, though its performance remains unmeasured in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 | Intel Core 5 220H |

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

| Threads | 24 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Raptor Lake-H |

| Generation | Ryzen AI Max PRO (Zen 5) | Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 18 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 (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 8050S | Iris Xe Graphics 80EU |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $342 |

| Part Number | 100-000002141 | SRQ6SQ5MM |

| Release Date | 2026-05-19 | 2024-12-17 |

| Percentile | 50 | 80 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 0 | 28574 |