AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 285 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 records an average benchmark score of 75488, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 posts 34881. That places the Intel part in the 95th percentile of all CPUs in the database, compared to the 84th percentile for the AMD chip.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multithreaded workloads?

A: In the PassMark multithread test, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 scores 56602 versus 17492 for the AMD Ryzen 5 150, a delta of -69.1% from the AMD side. The Intel processor is roughly 3.2 times faster in this specific workload.

Q: Which chip has better single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 leads with a PassMark single-thread score of 4881, compared to 3155 for the AMD Ryzen 5 150. The delta is -35.4%, meaning Intel holds a decisive advantage in lightly threaded tasks.

Q: What are the core and thread configurations of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 has 24 cores and 24 threads, with no hyper-threading. The Intel part also boosts higher at 5.60 GHz versus 4.55 GHz for the AMD chip.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5. However, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 has a higher memory bandwidth rating at 102.4 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s for the AMD Ryzen 5 150. Intel also supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 is built on a 3 nm process at TSMC, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses a 6 nm process, also at TSMC. Intel's die is larger at 243 mm² versus 210 mm² for AMD, and Intel integrates 17,800 million transistors.

The Verdict

The benchmark data paints a clear picture. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 wins every single head-to-head comparison in the database, with zero wins recorded for the AMD Ryzen 5 150. The Intel processor sits in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD chip sits in the 84th percentile. For workloads that demand raw throughput, whether multithreaded or single-threaded, the Intel part is the stronger choice.

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 is a mobile processor with a 35 W TDP, 6 cores, and 12 threads. It targets efficiency and portability. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, 24 cores, and 24 threads. It targets maximum compute density. The data shows no scenario where the AMD chip pulls ahead in the recorded benchmark suite.

Buyers who need a low-power mobile chip for compact systems should consider the AMD Ryzen 5 150. Buyers who need top-tier multi-core and single-core performance in a desktop platform should select the Intel Core Ultra 9 285. The launch MSRP for the Intel part is $579; the AMD chip has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 dominates every recorded benchmark. The largest gap appears in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where Intel scores 459 against AMD's 47, a delta of -89.8%. This is not a close contest; the Intel part is nearly ten times faster in that test.

In floating-point math, Intel scores 194988 versus 35118 for AMD, a delta of -82%. Integer math shows a similar trend: 164869 for Intel versus 62151 for AMD, a delta of -62.3%. These results indicate that the Intel chip's wider core count and higher clock speeds translate directly into arithmetic throughput.

The PassMark physics test shows Intel at 3598 versus 806 for AMD, a delta of -77.6%. Data encryption follows with 46949 for Intel and 13425 for AMD, a delta of -71.4%. Extended instructions score 45357 for Intel versus 14675 for AMD, a delta of -67.6%. Random string sorting shows 73651 for Intel versus 22382 for AMD, a delta of -69.6%.

Data compression is one of the more balanced relative gaps, yet Intel still leads with 602121 versus 211289, a delta of -64.9%. Multithread performance, a key metric for productivity workloads, shows Intel at 56602 versus 17492 for AMD, a delta of -69.1%.

Even in single-thread performance, where core count matters less, Intel holds a commanding lead. The passmark_single_thread test records 4881 for Intel versus 3155 for AMD, a delta of -35.4%. This is the smallest percentage gap in the entire set, but it still represents a substantial advantage for the Intel part.

The nearest rivals in the database further contextualize these scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 sits within 0.3% of the Intel Core i7-13800H and Intel Core i9-12900HX, both of which have average scores around 34988 to 35003. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285, by contrast, sits within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D, with average scores in the 75373 to 75738 range. The performance tier separation between these two processors is roughly double in average score.

Specification Differences

The core count difference is stark. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 offers 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 offers 24 cores and 24 threads. Intel's chip has no hyper-threading, so thread count equals core count.

Clock speeds also favor Intel. The AMD part has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.60 GHz. Intel's lower base clock is offset by a much higher boost ceiling.

Power draw differs significantly. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 has a TDP of 35 W, typical for a mobile processor. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 has a TDP of 65 W, typical for a desktop processor. This reflects their different market segments: AMD targets mobile, Intel targets desktop.

The sockets are incompatible. AMD uses Socket FP7, while Intel uses Socket 1851. The AMD part is listed as part number 100-000000990(FP7r2), and the Intel part is listed as SRQD4. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Memory support is similar in type but different in bandwidth. Both support DDR5 dual-channel memory. AMD rates at 76.8 GB/s, Intel at 102.4 GB/s. ECC memory is supported on the Intel chip but not on the AMD chip.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The newer PCIe standard on Intel offers higher bandwidth per lane.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 uses a Radeon 660M. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 uses an Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. Both provide integrated display output, but the Intel solution is paired with a larger, newer GPU architecture.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 150 is built on Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R. It is part of the Ryzen 5 generation. The process node is 6 nm at TSMC, with a die size of 210 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3.

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 is built on Arrow Lake architecture, codenamed Arrow Lake-S. It belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 generation. The process node is 3 nm at TSMC, with a die size of 243 mm² and 17,800 million transistors. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3.

The node advantage goes to Intel, with a 3 nm process versus AMD's 6 nm. A smaller node typically allows for higher transistor density and better power efficiency per transistor. Intel's larger die and higher transistor count reflect a more complex design.

Cache capacity heavily favors Intel. Intel's L3 cache is 36 MB shared, more than double AMD's 16 MB shared. Intel's per-core L1 is 192 KB versus AMD's 64 KB, and per-core L2 is 3 MB versus AMD's 512 KB. These larger caches likely contribute to Intel's single-thread advantage in the recorded benchmarks.

The release dates differ by roughly nine months. The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 has a release date of 2024-12-31, while the AMD Ryzen 5 150 has a release date of 2025-09-30. Both are listed as active in production.

The architecture differences also explain the market segmentation. AMD's Zen 3+ in a 6 nm node with 35 W TDP targets mobile efficiency. Intel's Arrow Lake in a 3 nm node with 65 W TDP targets desktop performance. The benchmark data reflects this split: Intel wins every recorded test, but AMD's chip operates at roughly half the TDP.