AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep in this comparison. The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every single benchmark in the head-to-head matrix, with all 15 tests favoring the Intel part and none favoring the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445. The margin of victory varies considerably, from a narrow single-digit gap in single-threaded tests to a crushing deficit in multi-core workloads.

The largest difference appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel Core 7 253PE scores 24,880 against the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445's 10,590. That represents a 57.4% advantage for Intel. This is the most lopsided result in the entire comparison, and it sets the tone for the rest of the multi-threaded analysis. PassMark's find prime numbers test shows an even larger percentage gap at 59.4%, with Intel scoring 138 versus AMD's 56, though the absolute numbers are smaller and the test is more specialized.

Floating point math also heavily favors Intel. The Core 7 253PE delivers 80,870 in PassMark floating point math, while the Ryzen AI 7 445 manages 39,362. The 51.3% delta confirms that the Intel processor's computational throughput in this workload class is substantially higher. Integer math follows a similar pattern: Intel scores 114,158 against AMD's 58,332, a 48.9% gap.

Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel ahead by 48.6%, with scores of 3,512 and 1,806 respectively. Cinebench R15 single-core narrows the relative gap to 28.2% (354 versus 254), while Cinebench R15 multi-core shows Intel at 2,507 versus AMD's 1,723, a 31.3% margin. The single-threaded PassMark results are the closest of any comparison: Intel scores 3,955 and AMD scores 3,591, a difference of only 9.2%. This suggests that the AMD chip's Zen 5 architecture competes most effectively on a per-thread basis, even though it still loses that test.

Data compression shows Intel at 339,133 versus AMD's 215,812, a 36.4% lead. Data encryption favors Intel by 42.8%, with scores of 18,385 and 10,519. Random string sorting shows a 28.3% gap (32,777 versus 23,488), while extended instructions land at 21,806 versus 15,826, a 27.4% difference. Physics simulation in PassMark favors Intel by 47.1%, with 1,845 against 976.

The overall average benchmark scores reflect this dominance. The Intel Core 7 253PE posts an average score of 40,557, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 averages 26,936. The Intel part sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database, whereas the AMD part sits at the 79th percentile. The nearest rivals listed for each part confirm the positioning: the Ryzen AI 7 445 trades blows with the Intel Core i7-1370P (delta 0.1%), AMD Ryzen 5 7545U (delta 0.3%), AMD Ryzen 7 5700G (delta -0.4%), and Intel Core i9-9900K (delta -0.6%). The Core 7 253PE instead sits alongside the Intel Core 5 223PE (delta -0.1%), Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (delta 0.1%), Intel Xeon 6357P (delta -0.2%), and AMD Ryzen 9 7940H (delta 0.3%). Those rival clusters place the Intel chip in a higher performance bracket entirely.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 does not win any recorded benchmark against the Intel Core 7 253PE. In the strict head-to-head data, every test belongs to Intel. That means the use-case split is not about which processor wins a given workload; it is about the magnitude of the loss and the context of the platform.

The closest contest is single-threaded performance. PassMark single-thread shows Intel ahead by only 9.2%, which is the smallest margin anywhere in the dataset. For lightly threaded workloads such as basic application responsiveness, the AMD chip is comparatively competitive, though still behind. The Cinebench R15 single-core result also shows a smaller relative gap (28.2%) than the multi-core tests, reinforcing that the AMD part's single-core efficiency is its strongest area relative to Intel.

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every other category by a wide margin. Multi-threaded rendering, represented by Cinebench R23 multi-core, shows the largest gap at 57.4%. Compression, encryption, and instruction-heavy workloads all fall in the 27% to 43% range. Prime number finding, a test that stresses integer throughput in a tight loop, shows the largest percentage deficit for AMD at 59.4%. The pattern is consistent: the more parallel or compute-intensive the workload, the larger Intel's lead.

For workloads that rely on floating point math, such as scientific simulation or certain rendering paths, the Intel part's 51.3% advantage in PassMark floating point math is decisive. For integer-heavy tasks like encryption, the 42.8% gap in PassMark data encryption is substantial. For general productivity and multitasking, the 38.1% lead in PassMark multithread and the 47.1% lead in physics simulation both point to Intel dominance.

The AMD processor's profile is that of a lower-power mobile part (28 W TDP) competing against a desktop processor (65 W TDP). The data shows that in every measured workload, the desktop part prevails, but the AMD chip does narrow the gap in single-threaded efficiency. The percentage deltas are smallest in single-thread tests, which suggests that Zen 5's per-core design is the closest point of comparison.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 uses the Zen 5 architecture, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Its codename is Gorgon Point, and it belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, and belongs to the Core 7 generation.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel chip therefore has 67% more cores and 67% more threads. This explains much of the multi-threaded performance gap, though not all of it, since the Intel part also wins single-thread tests.

Clock speeds also favor Intel. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The higher boost clock on the Intel part contributes to its single-thread advantage, while the higher base clock helps in sustained workloads.

Cache layouts differ in capacity and organization. Both parts have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD part has 1 MB of L2 per core and 4 MB of L3 cache total. The Intel part has 2 MB of L2 per core and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip's larger L3 pool is a major factor in workloads that benefit from shared data access, such as compression and encryption.

Memory support differs. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and both list a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count provide more expansion bandwidth for storage and GPU connectivity.

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD part pairs with a Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD Radeon 840M is positioned as a more capable integrated GPU, which is relevant for systems without a discrete graphics card. The Intel UHD Graphics 730 is a more basic solution.

Power envelopes differ substantially. The AMD part has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel part has a TDP of 65 W. The AMD chip is designed for the AMD Socket FP8 mobile platform, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. These platform differences explain some of the performance divergence, since the Intel part has a much larger power budget to work with.

Production status for both parts is listed as Active. The AMD part has a release date of January 4, 2026, while the Intel part has a release date of March 8, 2026. Neither part has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part's part number is 100-000001935, and the Intel part's part number is SA4QE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel Core 7 253PE leads by 59.4%. The second largest is Cinebench R23 multi-core, where Intel leads by 57.4%.

Q: Which benchmark shows the closest result?

A: The PassMark single-thread test shows the closest result, with the Intel Core 7 253PE ahead by only 9.2% (3,955 versus 3,591).

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 and the Intel Core 7 253PE list ECC memory support as true.

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40,557, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 has an average score of 26,936. The Intel part is at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, and the AMD part is at the 79th percentile.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The Intel Core 7 253PE outperforms the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 in every recorded benchmark, with an average score advantage of roughly 50% (40,557 versus 26,936). The Intel part wins all 15 head-to-head tests, and its percentile ranking (87th versus 79th) places it in a higher overall performance tier.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is the more efficient mobile option, with a 28 W TDP versus the Intel part's 65 W TDP, and it uses a newer 4 nm process with a smaller core count. Its integrated Radeon 840M graphics are also a more capable iGPU solution than the Intel UHD Graphics 730. For a mobile system where power consumption and integrated graphics matter, the AMD part has platform advantages that the benchmark scores do not capture.

The Intel Core 7 253PE is the clear performance choice. Its 10 cores and 20 threads, 33 MB of shared L3 cache, higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz, and PCIe Gen 5 support make it the stronger processor for compute-heavy desktop workloads. The multi-threaded deltas are especially large, with Cinebench R23 multi-core showing a 57.4% lead and PassMark integer math showing a 48.9% lead.

For users who prioritize raw throughput in rendering, compression, encryption, or physics simulation, the recorded data points squarely to the Intel Core 7 253PE. For users who prioritize a low-power mobile platform with competitive single-thread efficiency and better integrated graphics, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 is the only option of the two, since the Intel part is a desktop processor.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 | Intel Core 7 253PE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not listed |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $384 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |