AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts compare between these two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads. The AMD part provides 60% more cores and double the thread count.

Q: What process nodes are used by each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 is fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm process, while the Intel Core 5 211E uses Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD chip's die comprises two 70.6 mm² tiles, whereas the Intel chip has a single 257 mm² die.

Q: Which processor supports higher memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 supports quad-channel LPDDR5X memory with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 211E supports dual-channel DDR4/DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. AMD's memory bandwidth is 3.6 times higher.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211E boosts to 4.90 GHz. The base clocks are 3.10 GHz for AMD and 2.70 GHz for Intel.

Q: What integrated graphics do these processors include?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 includes Radeon 8065S graphics, while the Intel Core 5 211E includes UHD Graphics 730.

Q: What is the market positioning of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 is a mobile processor using AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel Core 5 211E is a desktop processor using Intel Socket 1700. Both support ECC memory and are currently active production parts.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 belongs to the Gorgon Halo codename family under the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5) generation. It uses a 4 nm TSMC process with a dual-die design where each die measures 70.6 mm². The Intel Core 5 211E belongs to the Bartlett Lake codename family under the Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) generation, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process with a single 257 mm² die.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. Both processors provide 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core for AMD versus 2 MB of L2 cache per core for Intel. The L3 cache configuration shows a major divergence: AMD provides 64 MB of L3 cache, while Intel provides 20 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives AMD a 3.2 times larger last-level cache.

Memory architecture represents a fundamental difference. The AMD processor uses LPDDR5X memory in a quad-channel configuration, delivering 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 76.8 GB/s. The memory controller designs reflect their target segments: AMD is optimized for mobile bandwidth efficiency, while Intel maintains compatibility with broader desktop memory ecosystems.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes for CPU-attached devices, while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Both support ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The integrated graphics solutions are distinct. AMD includes Radeon 8065S, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. These represent different graphics architectures and performance tiers, though the database does not provide direct graphics benchmark comparisons.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 wins on raw compute throughput due to its 16-core, 32-thread configuration. The data shows this processor has 60% more cores and double the thread count relative to the Intel Core 5 211E. For workloads that scale with parallel execution, the AMD part holds a structural advantage that no clock speed difference can offset.

The AMD processor also wins decisively in memory bandwidth scenarios. With 273.1 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s, the AMD part provides 3.6 times the memory bandwidth. Workloads that stream large datasets, such as data compression or encryption, benefit directly from this bandwidth advantage.

The Intel Core 5 211E wins in the desktop platform context. It uses the widely adopted Intel Socket 1700, supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, and provides PCIe Gen 5 connectivity. The Intel part also has a higher TDP of 65 watts compared to AMD's 55 watts, which allows more sustained power draw for compute-bound tasks.

The Intel processor wins on single-thread performance based on the recorded Cinebench data. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 2878 against AMD's absence of a recorded score, but the Intel single-thread Passmark score of 4006 indicates strong per-thread capability. The Intel chip's 2 MB L2 cache per core, double that of AMD, supports per-core efficiency.

The Intel processor also wins on market availability and ecosystem compatibility. Its launch date of January 2025 precedes AMD's May 2026 release. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221, while the AMD processor has no recorded launch MSRP.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 | Intel Core 5 211E |

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

| Cores | 16 | 10 |

| Threads | 32 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.10 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 55 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP11 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Gorgon Halo | Bartlett Lake |

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

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 273.1 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 8065S | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

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

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $221 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark scores for the Intel Core 5 211E but no recorded benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495. The analysis therefore uses the Intel processor's recorded performance data and the structural specifications of the AMD processor to evaluate the matchup.

The Intel Core 5 211E delivers strong multi-threaded results in Cinebench. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20389 indicates substantial parallel throughput. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 8563 and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 2055 confirm consistent scaling across workload generations.

Single-thread performance on the Intel part is equally notable. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2878, R20 single-core score of 1208, and R15 single-core score of 289 show efficiency in per-thread execution.

Passmark results for the Intel Core 5 211E reveal workload characteristics. The integer math score of 88117 and floating point math score of 66402 indicate strong arithmetic throughput. Data compression scores 346757, while data encryption scores 17938. The extended instructions score of 21592 demonstrates SIMD capability. Random string sorting scores 34308, and prime number finding scores 43.

The Intel processor's overall Passmark multi-thread score is 23833, with a single-thread score of 4006. Its average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 37829, placing it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

The nearest rivals to the Intel Core 5 211E show how tightly contested this performance tier is. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 37804, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 37762, a 0.2% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 scores 37904, a -0.2% difference. The Intel Core i9-14901E scores 37911, a -0.2% difference. These four rivals bracket the Intel part within 0.2% of its average score.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has a percentile ranking of 50 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 0 due to no recorded benchmarks. Its 16-core configuration and 5.20 GHz boost clock suggest it would outperform the Intel part in multi-threaded workloads, but the database does not provide direct measurement to confirm this.

The absence of recorded benchmarks for the AMD processor means the head-to-head comparison relies on specification analysis. The AMD part's 64 MB L3 cache, quad-channel memory, and higher core count position it favorably for data-intensive parallel workloads. The Intel part's higher TDP, larger L2 cache per core, and PCIe Gen 5 support position it for desktop workloads requiring peripheral bandwidth and sustained single-thread performance.

The 86th percentile ranking for the Intel part versus the 50th percentile for the AMD part reflects the database's confidence in measured performance. The Intel processor has 17 recorded benchmark entries, while the AMD processor has none. This data gap limits direct comparison but does not diminish the structural advantages evident in the AMD specification sheet.