CPU Comparison
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 vs Intel Core Ultra X7 368H
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
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
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.
- 50 TOPS NPU for INT8 inference, suitable for local LLMs and image generation.
- GPU contributes additional AI performance via Xe Matrix Extensions (XMX).
- Well‑positioned for Copilot+ PC and on‑device AI workloads.
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.
- 12‑core Arc B390 iGPU significantly faster than typical Intel integrated graphics.
- Suitable for 1080p medium/high and some 1440p gaming at reduced settings.
- Best experience in GPU‑bound titles; CPU‑heavy or high‑refresh‑rate games still favor higher‑TDP HX‑class CPUs.
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
- 16 hybrid cores with strong ST and MT performance for 25 W base power.
- Arc B390 iGPU with 12 Xe3 cores delivers best‑in‑class integrated graphics and compute.
- 50 TOPS NPU enables serious on‑device AI and Copilot+ experiences.
- LPDDR5X‑9600 support provides high memory bandwidth in a low‑power envelope.
- Full vPro enterprise manageability and security features.
Cons
- No Hyper‑Threading; 16 threads may limit some heavily threaded workloads vs 24‑thread HX parts.
- Max 96 GB non‑ECC memory may be restrictive for large workstations.
- Locked multiplier and OEM‑dependent power limits reduce tuning flexibility.
- Absolute CPU performance still below higher‑TDP gaming CPUs and Apple M5 Pro/Max in some scenarios.
- New architecture and 18A node still have limited long‑term field data.
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
- Intel 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 X7 368H
- AMD Ryzen 9 8945HSRival
High‑End Mobile
- Apple M5 Pro (12‑core)Rival
High‑End Mobile / Workstation
- Intel Core Ultra 9 388HRival
High‑End Mobile Workstation
- Compare head-to-headIntel Core Ultra 7 366HRival
High‑End Mobile
- AMD Ryzen 9 8945HXRival
High‑End Gaming / DTR
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265HXAlt
Higher‑power Arrow Lake‑HX part with more threads and often higher sustained CPU performance for gaming/DTR rigs.
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 reviewA very capable mobile workstation and AI‑oriented SoC with strong multi‑threaded CPU performance, a potent integrated GPU and best‑in‑class NPU for its power envelope, though absolute CPU performance still trails higher‑TDP gaming chips and Apple’s latest Pro silicion.
Best for: High‑end laptop or mobile workstation where AI, GPU and efficiency matter more than extreme CPU multi‑thread performance.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 or Intel Core Ultra X7 368H?
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 X7 368H?
For gaming, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H leads with a gaming performance score of 78/100 among AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and Intel Core Ultra X7 368H.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (54 W), Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (25 W).
Do AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 and Intel Core Ultra X7 368H use the same socket?
No. They use different sockets (AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470: FP8, Intel Core Ultra X7 368H: FCBGA2540), so each needs a compatible motherboard.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H has the most cores. Core counts: AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 (12 cores), Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (16 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Core Ultra X7 368H posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.