CPU Comparison
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 is a high-performance 12-core mobile APU for premium business laptops, blending hybrid Zen 5 architecture, Radeon 890M graphics, and a 50 TOPS XDNA 2 NPU for secure, on-device AI processing.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Exceptional multi-threaded performance drastically reduces compile times and handles heavy data analysis without breaking a sweat.
Snappy application performance and strong multi-core scaling for a 28W chip.
Gaming
Capable of running e-sports titles at high refresh rates and AAA games at 1080p medium settings, rivaling entry-level discrete GPUs.
Arc 140T graphics allow for respectable 1080p gaming at medium settings without a discrete GPU.
Virtualization
Easily runs multiple local VMs or Windows Subsystem for Linux instances, benefiting from the 24 threads and high memory bandwidth.
Capable of running light VMs, though limited by 16 threads.
Efficiency
The Zen 5c cores provide outstanding performance-per-watt during light and medium loads, preserving battery life in mobile form factors.
Excellent efficiency thanks to LP E-Cores and mixed TSMC nodes.
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- 50 TOPS NPU handles background AI tasks efficiently.
- Dedicated AI hardware enables Microsoft Copilot+ PC experiences.
- Can run 8-14B parameter LLMs locally with high token generation rates.
- NPU provides 13 TOPS
- Arc GPU provides 74 TOPS
- Total platform AI reaches 96 TOPS
Content Creation
Gaming
- RDNA 3.5 architecture with 16 Compute Units.
- Capable of 1080p 60+ FPS in e-sports titles.
- Supports AMD FSR and Fluid Motion Frames for boosted fidelity.
- Not intended for high-refresh 1440p/4K AAA gaming without upscaling.
- Arc 140T is a massive leap over previous iGPUs
- Can handle esports titles at high framerates
- Supports XeSS upscaling for better performance
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Excellent 12-core hybrid CPU performance.
- Powerful 50 TOPS NPU for local AI execution.
- Radeon 890M graphics eliminate the need for entry-level discrete GPUs.
- Enterprise-grade PRO manageability and security features.
- Highly power-efficient for mobile devices.
Cons
- Maximum memory is limited to 64GB (soldered LPDDR5X).
- Integrated graphics cannot match high-end discrete GPUs.
- Locked multiplier limits enthusiast overclocking.
- Likely to appear only in premium-tier laptops with high price tags.
- Base clock is variable and heavily dependent on laptop thermals.
Pros
- Massive 96 TOPS AI performance
- Powerful Arc 140T integrated graphics
- Excellent 28W power efficiency
- Includes LP E-Cores for battery life
- 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes
Cons
- Locked multiplier
- L3 cache reduced to 24 MB compared to HX
- Max memory limited to 64 GB
- Cannot match discrete GPU performance
Competitors & Alternatives
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470
- Intel Core Ultra 9 275HRival
Premium Business Laptop
- Compare head-to-headApple M4 ProRival
Premium Mobile Workstation
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X EliteRival
Premium AI PC
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core Ultra 7 255HRival
High-End Business Laptop
- Compare head-to-headApple M4Rival
Premium Laptop
- AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370Alt
Choose the non-PRO variant if you do not need enterprise manageability features and want a slightly lower cost.
- Apple MacBook Pro 14 (M4 Pro)Alt
Best alternative if you prefer macOS and need high single-core and GPU performance with excellent battery life.
- Laptop with Nvidia RTX 4060Alt
Better choice if your primary focus is 3D rendering or high-refresh-rate gaming that requires discrete GPU compute.
Choose the Max series if your workloads require more than 64GB of memory or heavily rely on massive unified memory pools for AI.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Core Ultra 9 LaptopAlt
A strong alternative if you prefer Intel's application optimization and Quick Sync video encoding capabilities.
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H
- AMD Ryzen AI 9 365Rival
Mobile
- AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370Rival
Mobile
- Compare head-to-headApple M4Rival
Mobile
- Qualcomm Snapdragon X EliteRival
Mobile
- Intel Core Ultra 7 258VRival
Mobile
Next generation with better AI performance and graphics.
Compare head-to-head- Alt
Excellent alternative for macOS users seeking efficiency.
Compare head-to-head Budget-friendly alternative with similar architecture.
Compare head-to-head- Qualcomm Snapdragon X PlusAlt
Alternative for ARM-based efficiency and battery life.
Our Verdict on Each
A near-flagship mobile APU that perfectly balances raw multi-threaded compute with robust AI capabilities and enterprise security, offering slightly better value than the top-tier 475.
Best for: Business professionals, developers, and creators who need desktop-class performance, local AI processing, and enterprise security in a portable laptop form factor, but prefer a slight discount over the flagship 475.
Read the full reviewAn exceptionally well-rounded mobile CPU that perfectly balances power, efficiency, and integrated graphics capabilities for premium laptops.
Best for: Premium ultrabook or thin-and-light creator laptop
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 or Intel Core Ultra 7 255H?
Based on our editorial ratings, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 comes out ahead with a score of 8.9/10. 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 9 HX PRO 470 or Intel Core Ultra 7 255H?
For gaming, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 leads with a gaming performance score of 76/100 among AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and Intel Core Ultra 7 255H.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (54 W), Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (28 W).
Do AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and Intel Core Ultra 7 255H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470: FP8, Intel Core Ultra 7 255H: Intel BGA 2049), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H has the most cores. Core counts: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (12 cores), Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (16 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.