CPU Comparison
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 is a 6-core, 12-thread mobile processor for business laptops, combining hybrid Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores with a 50 TOPS NPU and Radeon 840M graphics for advanced AI workloads and enterprise manageability.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
6 hybrid cores handle office tasks, browsing, and complex spreadsheets smoothly.
14 cores provide smooth performance, though the low base clock can cause lag in bursty tasks.
Gaming
The Radeon 840M handles older or simple games at 1080p but struggles with modern AAA titles.
The Arc 130T iGPU handles esports and older AAA titles well at 1080p medium settings.
Virtualization
Adequate for light VMs and containerization often used in development environments.
Adequate for light VMs, but limited by 28W base power and 8 PCIe lanes.
Efficiency
The 28W base TDP provides an excellent balance of performance and battery life for mobile professionals.
LP-E cores ensure exceptional battery life during idle and light tasks.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- 50 TOPS NPU enables Copilot+ PC experiences
- Efficient local execution of small to medium LLMs
- Hardware-accelerated Windows Studio Effects
- 83 TOPS easily meets Copilot+ PC requirements
- Arc GPU handles the bulk of AI workloads
- 13 TOPS NPU handles background AI efficiently
Content Creation
Gaming
- 4 CU RDNA 3.5 iGPU is entry-level
- Best suited for esports or older titles at 1080p Low
- Not intended for high-refresh-rate AAA gaming
- Arc 130T is a major leap over previous Intel iGPUs
- Best suited for 1080p gaming
- Performance scales well when OEMs allow higher power limits
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Powerful 50 TOPS NPU for local AI
- Hybrid core efficiency extends battery life
- AMD PRO manageability for IT departments
- High-speed LPDDR5x support
- Compact FP8 package enables thin designs
Cons
- Radeon 840M is weak for gaming
- Only 6 cores limits heavy multi-thread workloads
- Soldered to motherboard, no user upgrades
- Max boost clock is lower than higher-end SKUs
Pros
- Excellent power efficiency via LP-E cores
- Strong Arc 130T integrated graphics
- Capable 83 TOPS AI performance
- Flexible DDR5 and LPDDR5X support
- Good battery life
Cons
- Low 1.7 GHz base clock limits sustained performance
- Limited to 8 CPU-direct PCIe Gen 5 lanes
- No overclocking support
- Reliant on OEMs for proper power tuning
Competitors & Alternatives
AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440
- Intel Core Ultra 5 235URival
Business Laptop
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core Ultra 5 225HRival
Performance Thin & Light
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X EliteRival
AI Laptop
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255URival
Premium Business Laptop
- Apple M3 Pro (Base)Rival
Premium Creative Laptop
- AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360Alt
Offers 8 cores and better graphics for heavier workloads.
- AMD Ryzen AI 5 340Alt
The non-PRO version if enterprise manageability is not required.
- AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540UAlt
Previous generation option for budget-conscious deployments.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X PlusAlt
For users prioritizing maximum battery life and ARM-native apps.
Intel Core Ultra 5 225H
- AMD Ryzen 7 8840HSRival
Thin-and-Light
- Compare head-to-headApple M3Rival
Premium Mobile
If you need more power and don't mind a thicker laptop with worse battery life.
Compare head-to-head- AMD Ryzen AI 9 365Alt
Strong alternative if you prioritize battery life and AI efficiency.
Our Verdict on Each
A highly efficient business APU that excels in AI-driven productivity and enterprise security, though its integrated graphics limit heavy creative or gaming workloads.
Best for: Business users needing a laptop with Copilot+ capabilities, strong battery life, and enterprise security features.
Read the full reviewThe 225H provides a solid balance of multi-core performance and efficiency for everyday laptops, though its 28W base power limits peak performance compared to HX-series chips.
Best for: Purchasing a premium thin-and-light laptop for work, school, and light gaming.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 or Intel Core Ultra 5 225H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 comes out ahead with a score of 8.2/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 or Intel Core Ultra 5 225H?
For gaming, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H leads with a gaming performance score of 75/100 among AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core Ultra 5 225H.
Do AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 and Intel Core Ultra 5 225H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440: FP8, Intel Core Ultra 5 225H: Intel BGA 2049), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H has the most cores. Core counts: AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 (6 cores), Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (14 cores).