AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 vs Intel Processor U302L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains no recorded head-to-head benchmark results for these two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 and the Intel Processor U302L have never been directly compared in the recorded data, so there are no exact scores, deltas, or percentile shifts to report. Both processors sit at the 50th percentile against all CPUs in the database, though this figure reflects their overall standing rather than any direct comparison.

The absence of head-to-head data means the analysis must rely on the documented specifications and architectural parameters. The AMD part uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel part uses 5 cores and 6 threads. The thread count difference is substantial: AMD delivers four times the thread count of Intel. Clock speeds reinforce the separation. The AMD processor has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 2.40 GHz. The boost differential is 2.60 GHz, a gap that will manifest in any single-threaded workload that scales with frequency.

Cache configurations also differ sharply. The AMD processor carries 64 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel processor carries 10 MB of shared L3 cache. The L2 cache per core is 1 MB on AMD versus 1.25 MB on Intel, a slight Intel advantage at the per-core level, but the AMD total cache pool is far larger due to the higher core count. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core.

Memory bandwidth is another decisive split. The AMD processor supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus, delivering 273.1 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded. The AMD memory subsystem offers a documented 273.1 GB/s, a figure that dwarfs what a dual-channel DDR5 implementation can typically achieve, though the database does not list an exact Intel bandwidth number for direct comparison.

Power envelopes differ by 40 watts. The AMD processor has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 15 watts. This means the AMD part draws considerably more power, but it also delivers far higher core counts, clock speeds, and cache capacity. The Intel part, by contrast, operates within a low-power mobile envelope.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 wins in every metric where a direct specification comparison is possible. Core count: 12 versus 5, a 7-core advantage. Thread count: 24 versus 6, an 18-thread advantage. Boost clock: 5.00 GHz versus 2.40 GHz, a 2.60 GHz advantage. L3 cache: 64 MB versus 10 MB, a 54 MB advantage. Memory bandwidth: 273.1 GB/s versus no recorded figure. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not.

The AMD processor uses a 4 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm process node from Intel. The smaller process node indicates a denser transistor layout, though the database does not record transistor counts for either chip. The AMD die size is listed as 2x 70.6 mm², while no die size is recorded for Intel.

The Intel Processor U302L wins in power efficiency and platform simplicity. The 15 watt TDP means it can operate in thinner, fanless, or passively cooled designs. The AMD part at 55 watts requires active cooling and a larger thermal solution. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering flexibility in platform memory choice. The AMD part is locked to LPDDR5X, which is soldered and not upgradeable.

The Intel part has a higher L2 cache per core at 1.25 MB versus 1 MB on AMD. This per-core L2 advantage may help in latency-sensitive single-threaded workloads, though the overall L3 deficit and lower clock speeds likely outweigh this in most scenarios.

For use cases: the AMD processor targets high-performance mobile computing where multithreaded throughput, large cache, and high memory bandwidth matter. The Intel processor targets low-power embedded or mobile applications where battery life, thermal limits, and memory flexibility take priority. The Intel part also has a recorded launch MSRP of $285, which can be stated once as a factual data point.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 uses the Gorgon Halo codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on Zen 5 architecture. The process node is 4 nm, fabricated by TSMC. The die size is listed as 2x 70.6 mm², indicating a chiplet or multi-die design. The socket is AMD Socket FP11.

The Intel Processor U302L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-PS. The process node is 10 nm, fabricated by Intel. The socket is Intel Socket 1700. The generation is listed as Intel Processor (Raptor Lake).

The core configurations differ fundamentally. The AMD part has 12 cores and 24 threads, consistent with simultaneous multithreading on every core. The Intel part has 5 cores and 6 threads, indicating that one core lacks hyperthreading or that the core configuration is asymmetric. The database does not list a core type breakdown (performance versus efficiency cores) for either part, so the exact Intel core mix cannot be described.

Cache hierarchy: AMD uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 10 MB of shared L3. The L3 difference is the most pronounced architectural gap, with AMD holding a 54 MB advantage.

Memory controllers differ. AMD supports LPDDR5X over a quad-channel bus with a recorded bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with no recorded bandwidth, and it does not support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part has double the PCIe lane count.

Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 8050S. Intel uses UHD Graphics 80EU. No graphics benchmarks are recorded, so performance cannot be compared, but the product names indicate different graphics architectures.

Release dates differ. The Intel processor was released on April 7, 2024. The AMD processor has a release date of May 19, 2026. The Intel part is earlier by roughly two years. Both parts are marked as Active in production status.

The AMD part has a part number 100-000002141. The Intel part has a part number SRPKGQ5CX. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a complete specification advantage for the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 in nearly every measurable category. The AMD part has 12 cores versus 5, 24 threads versus 6, a 5.00 GHz boost clock versus 2.40 GHz, 64 MB of L3 versus 10 MB, 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth versus no recorded figure, ECC support versus none, and 16 PCIe Gen 4 lanes versus 8. The process node is smaller at 4 nm versus 10 nm. The AMD part is the clear performance leader based on the recorded specifications.

The AMD processor also carries a higher TDP of 55 watts versus 15 watts. This 40 watt difference means the Intel part can operate in much lower-power environments. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving platform memory flexibility that the AMD part lacks, since the AMD part is locked to LPDDR5X.

The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $285. No launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD part.

The database shows no head-to-head benchmark results, so performance conclusions must be drawn from specifications alone. Based on those specifications, the AMD processor is suited to workloads that demand high multithreaded throughput, large cache capacity, and high memory bandwidth. The Intel processor is suited to workloads that prioritize low power consumption, thermal simplicity, and memory type flexibility.

The Intel part is the only one of the two with a recorded release date in the past (April 7, 2024). The AMD part has a future release date of May 19, 2026. The AMD part is not yet available in the market as of the recorded data, while the Intel part is already active.

The percentile ranking for both parts is the same at 50th against all CPUs, but this is a global percentile, not a head-to-head comparison. The average benchmark score for both is 0, and there are no benchmark entries in the database. This means the percentile values are provisional and based on incomplete data.

The verdict from the recorded data: the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 offers a superior specification sheet across cores, threads, clocks, cache, memory bandwidth, ECC support, PCIe lanes, and process node. The Intel Processor U302L offers a lower power envelope, dual memory type support, and an earlier release date. The choice depends entirely on whether the use case prioritizes raw performance or low power consumption. The data does not support any other conclusion.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Processor U302L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 boosts to 5.00 GHz. The Intel Processor U302L boosts to 2.40 GHz.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Processor U302L has 10 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types are supported?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 supports LPDDR5X over a quad-channel bus with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth and ECC support. The Intel Processor U302L supports DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus and does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has a TDP of 55 watts. The Intel Processor U302L has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: What are the release dates?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 has a release date of May 19, 2026. The Intel Processor U302L has a release date of April 7, 2024.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 490 provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Processor U302L provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).