AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 vs Intel Core 7 150U Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and the Intel Core 7 150U represent two distinctly different approaches to mobile processing. The AMD part is a high-core-count, high-bandwidth design built on a modern 4 nm process, while the Intel chip is a lower-power, hybrid-design part aimed at efficiency. The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two CPUs, so the analysis below relies on their individual recorded specifications and the Intel processor’s available performance scores. The AMD processor has no benchmark entries in the database, meaning all quantitative comparisons must derive from architectural and specification differences.

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts differ between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 contains 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 7 150U contains 10 cores and 12 threads. This gives the AMD part a 6-core and 20-thread advantage.

Q: What is the difference in boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core 7 150U has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495’s 5.20 GHz boost clock. The Intel part also has a lower base clock at 1.80 GHz compared to the AMD’s 3.10 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports more memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 uses quad-channel LPDDR5X memory and records a memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 150U uses dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory, and the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 integrates a Radeon 8065S, while the Intel Core 7 150U integrates Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units.

Q: What is the production status of each chip?

A: Both processors are listed as Active in the database. The AMD part has a release date of 2026-05-19T17:00:00.000Z, while the Intel part has a release date of 2024-01-07T17:00:00.000Z.

Q: Which processor has the higher benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core 7 150U has a percentile ranking of 71 against all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 17395. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has a percentile ranking of 50, but its average benchmark score is 0 because no benchmark results are recorded in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on different manufacturing processes and use fundamentally different core designs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 is fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC, with a die size listed as 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel Core 7 150U is fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel’s own foundry, with no die size recorded. The AMD part belongs to the Gorgon Halo codename and the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5) generation. The Intel part belongs to the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-U codename and the Core 7 (Raptor Lake-U) generation.

Cache organization differs significantly. Both processors allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 cache per core and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor’s L3 cache is more than five times larger in total, which can benefit workloads that repeatedly access large data sets.

Memory support is another major divergence. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus, with a recorded bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 150U supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure listed. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

Power envelopes are very different. The AMD part has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 15 watts. The AMD processor’s higher TDP aligns with its larger core count and wider memory interface, while the Intel part’s lower TDP suggests a focus on lower-power systems. Both processors have locked multipliers, so neither supports unlocked overclocking. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1744. The AMD processor’s part number is 100-000002124, and the Intel processor’s part number is SRMYP.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split in intended use. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 is positioned as a high-performance mobile processor with 16 cores, 32 threads, a 64 MB L3 cache, quad-channel LPDDR5X memory, and a 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth. These specifications indicate a design for heavily multithreaded workloads, large in-memory data processing, and tasks that benefit from high memory throughput. The Intel Core 7 150U, with 10 cores, 12 threads, a 12 MB L3 cache, dual-channel memory support, and a 15-watt TDP, is positioned for efficiency and lighter workloads.

The Intel part has recorded benchmark results, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 8883 and a Geekbench multicore score of 6234. Its percentile ranking of 71 places it above the AMD part’s percentile ranking of 50, but that ranking is based on the AMD part having no benchmark data. The AMD part’s architectural advantages in core count, thread count, cache size, and memory bandwidth suggest it would outperform the Intel part in multicore scenarios, but the database does not provide direct measurements to confirm this.

Users who need single-thread responsiveness from a low-power chip should consider the Intel Core 7 150U, given its higher 5.40 GHz boost clock and its available single-thread scores such as the Cinebench R23 single-core result of 1875.5. Users who need maximum parallel processing capacity and memory bandwidth should consider the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495, based on its core count, thread count, cache, and memory specifications. The absence of benchmark data for the AMD part means its real-world performance cannot be verified from the database, so any decision must weigh recorded scores against unverified specifications.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel Core 7 150U has 10 cores and 12 threads. Base clock speeds are 3.10 GHz for the AMD part and 1.80 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 5.20 GHz for the AMD part and 5.40 GHz for the Intel part. TDP is 55 watts for the AMD part and 15 watts for the Intel part.

Socket types differ: the AMD part uses AMD Socket FP11, and the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1744. The AMD part is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, while the Intel part is built on a 10 nm process by Intel. The AMD part’s codename is Gorgon Halo, and its generation is Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5). The Intel part’s codename is Raptor Lake-U, and its generation is Core 7 (Raptor Lake-U). The AMD part has a die size of 2x 70.6 mm², while the Intel part has no recorded die size.

Cache configurations differ: the AMD part has 1 MB L2 per core and 64 MB L3, while the Intel part has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 12 MB shared L3. Memory support differs: the AMD part uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and 273.1 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel part uses DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and no listed bandwidth. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part. PCIe lanes differ: 16 lanes on the AMD part versus 8 lanes on the Intel part, both Gen 4. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 8065S on the AMD part versus Iris Xe Graphics 96EU on the Intel part. Release dates differ: 2026-05-19T17:00:00.000Z for the AMD part and 2024-01-07T17:00:00.000Z for the Intel part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries for this pairing. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has no benchmark scores recorded, so no direct comparison can be made on any test. The Intel Core 7 150U, however, has a full set of recorded scores that define its performance profile.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core 7 150U scores 1505.5 in multicore and 254 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 5248 in multicore and 740 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 8883 in multicore and 1875.5 in single-core. In Geekbench, it scores 6234 in multicore and 1857 in single-core. PassMark results for the Intel part include a multithread score of 14700, a single-thread score of 3508, integer math at 51057, floating-point math at 34405, data compression at 158622, data encryption at 10025, extended instructions at 8748, physics at 1012, and random string sorting at 18269. The Intel part also records a find prime numbers score of 58.

The AMD part’s lack of benchmark data means its wins cannot be quantified. The database shows winsA as 0 and winsB as 0, confirming that no head-to-head results exist. The only interpretable comparison comes from the Intel part’s nearest rivals in the database. The Intel Core 7 150U has an average benchmark score of 17395, which places it 0.4% above the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (score 17333) and 0.4% above the AMD Ryzen 3 210 (score 17321). It sits 0.5% below the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (score 17482) and 0.6% below the AMD Ryzen 5 4600G (score 17507). These deltas show that the Intel part performs within a narrow band around several AMD desktop and mobile processors, with performance differences under one percent in each direction.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 150U wins in single-thread performance if the boost clock is the deciding factor, since its 5.40 GHz boost exceeds the AMD part’s 5.20 GHz boost. The Intel part also has recorded single-thread scores that confirm its capability, such as the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1875.5 and the PassMark single-thread score of 3508. Its lower 15-watt TDP gives it an advantage in power-constrained designs, making it suitable for thin-and-light systems where heat and battery life matter more than raw throughput. Its dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 support provides flexibility for system builders using existing memory modules.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 wins in multithreaded potential based on its specifications. With 16 cores and 32 threads, it offers 60% more cores and 167% more threads than the Intel part. Its 64 MB L3 cache dwarfs the Intel part’s 12 MB shared L3, which should reduce memory latency for large working sets. Its quad-channel LPDDR5X memory bus delivers 273.1 GB/s of bandwidth, a figure the Intel part cannot match because no bandwidth is recorded for it. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which may matter for data-integrity-focused workloads. Its 55-watt TDP indicates a willingness to consume more power in exchange for higher sustained performance, though the database provides no benchmark data to confirm how that power translates into scores.

In terms of platform features, the AMD part offers more PCIe lanes (16 versus 8), which could support more simultaneous high-speed devices. The Intel part’s integrated Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units is a known quantity in the market, but the AMD Radeon 8065S is listed without further detail. The Intel part has a higher percentile ranking (71 versus 50), but that ranking reflects the AMD part’s missing benchmark data rather than a measured performance deficit.

The database indicates that the Intel Core 7 150U sits in a competitive performance band with several AMD processors, all within 0.6% of each other in average score. This suggests that the Intel part’s real-world performance is well characterized. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 remains uncharacterized in the database, so its wins are speculative but supported by its specification sheet. For workloads like data compression, encryption, and physics calculations, the Intel part has recorded scores, but no equivalent AMD scores exist for comparison. For workloads that scale with core count, cache size, and memory bandwidth, the AMD part’s specifications indicate a likely advantage, but the lack of measurements prevents a definitive conclusion.