CPU Comparison
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 338H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor in AMD’s Ryzen AI PRO 400 “Gorgon Point” family, combining two Zen 5 and four Zen 5c CPU cores with a Radeon 840M RDNA 3.5 iGPU and an XDNA 2 NPU rated at up to 50 TOPS. It targets business and professional laptops with enterprise manageability, strong multi‑threaded performance, and on‑device AI acceleration for Copilot+ PC workflows.【turn3fetch0】【turn5fetch0】
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Up to 50 TOPS from the XDNA 2 NPU plus additional CPU/GPU compute gives a total platform AI capability of up to 59 TOPS.【turn3fetch0】
- Targeted at Copilot+ PC experiences: local LLMs, Recall‑style indexing, AI‑assisted collaboration tools, and business‑focused AI features.
- NPU offload can improve battery life and responsiveness compared to CPU‑only AI inference, especially in always‑on AI assistants and background recognition tasks.【turn15find0】【turn13search4】
- Dedicated NPU 5 with 47 INT8 TOPS accelerates Windows Studio Effects and local AI models.
- CPU and GPU also support DL Boost and XMX-based AI workloads, but TOPS are lower than on higher-end Ultra 7/9 models.
- Well suited for consumer AI features and small models, not for training or large-scale inference.
Content Creation
Gaming
- Radeon 840M with 4 RDNA 3.5 CUs at up to 2.8 GHz is faster than older Vega‑based iGPUs but slower than 8‑CU Radeon 860M parts.【turn17fetch0】
- Suitable for e‑sports and older AAA titles at 1080p low–medium; newer AAA games typically require 720p/900p or upscaling.
- Hardware AV1 decode/encode and modern display outputs (DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1) support high‑refresh external monitors and multimedia use.【turn3fetch0】【turn17fetch0】
- Arc B370 10 Xe3 cores at up to 2.4 GHz deliver roughly 70% more performance than Intel’s previous Arc 140V/140T iGPUs and comfortably outpace AMD’s Radeon 890M in synthetic tests.
- At 35 W, the B370’s Time Spy Graphics score is around 5,933 points, placing it between older RTX 3050 Ti and RTX 4050 laptop GPUs in some scenarios.
- Best suited for 1080p medium settings; more demanding AAA titles may require resolution scaling or lower presets.
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Solid 6C/12T performance in a 28 W envelope with Zen 5/5c cores
- Strong on‑device AI via 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU for Copilot+ experiences
- Radeon 840M iGPU with RDNA 3.5 and AV1 encode/decode is very capable for integrated graphics
- Enterprise‑grade PRO security and manageability features for business deployments
- Configurable 15–54 W TDP gives OEMs flexibility across thin‑and‑light and performance designs
Cons
- Not intended for enthusiast overclocking; EXPO and unlocked multiplier are absent
- Only 8 MB L3 cache and 4 CUs on the iGPU limit heavy creator and gaming workloads vs higher SKUs
- PCIe 4.0 only, while some competitors are moving to PCIe 5.0 in premium segments
- As an OEM‑only mobile APU, it is not available as a retail boxed CPU for DIY builders
Pros
- Major leap in integrated GPU performance vs older Intel iGPUs
- Good single-threaded performance for everyday and lightly threaded workloads
- 12-core design provides solid multi-core throughput for the TDP
- NPU accelerates AI features without heavily loading CPU or GPU
- 25 W base power enables thin-and-light designs with decent battery life
- Modern I/O: PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, LPDDR5X, Wi-Fi 7 (platform dependent)
Cons
- Not intended for heavy sustained multi-threaded workloads like high-end rendering
- iGPU still falls short of low-end discrete GPUs like RTX 4050 in more demanding games
- Locked multiplier limits overclocking headroom
- Actual performance and thermals depend heavily on laptop OEM power tuning
- New platform; early firmware and drivers may still be maturing
Competitors & Alternatives
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core Ultra 5 338HRival
Business / AI PC Laptop
- Intel Core Ultra 5 235H / 245HRival
Business / AI PC Laptop
- AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340Rival
Business / AI PC Laptop
- Compare head-to-headAMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440Rival
Business / AI PC Laptop
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite / X PlusRival
Always‑Connected AI PC Laptop
8 CPU cores and Radeon 860M iGPU for users who can trade some efficiency for significantly higher multi‑threaded and graphics performance.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen 5 8640U / 8640HSAlt
Older but mature Zen 4‑class mobile APU with good Linux support and strong efficiency if you don’t need the latest NPU features.
- Apple M5 (entry model)Alt
Excellent efficiency and integrated performance for macOS users who don’t require x86 compatibility or enterprise manageability features.
Intel Core Ultra 5 338H
- AMD Ryzen AI 7 350Rival
Mid-Range Mobile AI APU
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255HRival
Higher-End Panther Lake Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 7 8840HSRival
Mainstream Mobile APU
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100Rival
Premium Arm-Based Mobile
- Intel Core Ultra 5 228VRival
Lower-Power Lunar Lake Mobile
- Laptop with RTX 4050/5050 discrete GPUAlt
If gaming is your priority and you can tolerate a thicker chassis, a low-end discrete GPU will outperform the Arc B370 iGPU in more demanding titles.
Our Verdict on Each
A well‑balanced business APU with solid CPU performance, a capable RDNA 3.5 iGPU, and strong on‑device AI for its power envelope; best for professionals who need Copilot+ and enterprise features rather than purely maximum gaming or creator performance.
Best for: You’re buying a business or professional laptop prioritized for enterprise manageability, long battery life, and on‑device AI (Copilot+), and you don’t need a high‑end discrete GPU or maximum CPU cores.
Read the full reviewA well-rounded mid-range mobile SoC that finally delivers competitive integrated graphics and solid multi-core CPU performance in a reasonable power envelope, though its value depends heavily on laptop design and pricing.
Best for: You want a thin-and-light laptop with strong integrated graphics and AI features for light gaming, content creation, and everyday work, and you value battery life more than maximum CPU/GPU performance.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 or Intel Core Ultra 5 338H?
For gaming, the Intel Core Ultra 5 338H leads with a gaming performance score of 78/100 among AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 and Intel Core Ultra 5 338H.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 (28 W), Intel Core Ultra 5 338H (25 W).
Do AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 and Intel Core Ultra 5 338H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435: FP8, Intel Core Ultra 5 338H: FCBGA2540), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 338H has the most cores. Core counts: AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 (6 cores), Intel Core Ultra 5 338H (12 cores).