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AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 vs Intel Core i9-12900HK

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Intel
Performance
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
21,92257% of 38,269
Core i9-12900HK2% better
22,297.558% of 38,269

The Core i9-12900HK has 2% better performance than the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
No data available
Core i9-12900HK
No data available

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 CPU

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is a 12-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2025. It is part of AMD's Ryzen AI Max lineup, which is based on the Zen 5 microarchitecture. The AI Max PRO 390 is compatible with AMD Socket FP11 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon 8050S integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 supports DDR5 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 features 12 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon 8050S. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 has the 74th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 766 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 57.28% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.

About the Intel Core i9-12900HK CPU

The Intel Core i9-12900HK is a 14-core (20-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2022. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-H microarchitecture. The i9-12900HK is compatible with Intel BGA 1744 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Xe 96EU integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-12900HK supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-12900HK has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-12900HK features 14 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 14 cores consist of 6 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i9-12900HK includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Xe 96EU. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i9-12900HK has the 66th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 766 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 58.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen AI MaxCore i9
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2025Q1 2022
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
21,92257% of 38,269
Core i9-12900HK2% better
22,297.558% of 38,269

The Core i9-12900HK has 2% better performance than the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is ranked 74th with a score of 21,922, and the Core i9-12900HK is ranked 66th with a score of 22,297.5.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
No data available
Core i9-12900HK
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 and the Core i9-12900HK for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-12800HX22,373+2%
Core i9-13900H22,343+2%
Core i9-12900HK22,297.5+2%
Core i9-14900HX22,192+1%
Ryzen 9 8945HS22,175+1%
Core i7-12800H22,022+0%
Core i5-13450HX21,982+0%
Ryzen AI Max PRO 39021,922
Core 7 240H21,914-0%
Core i7-12700H21,706-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
21,922
22,297.5
(+1.71%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
9,687
12,430.5
(+28.32%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,918
(+38.15%)
2,836
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
303
(+12.22%)
270
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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10,721
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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2,611
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
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27,657
CPU Mark Single-Thread
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3,656
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size4 nm10 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
SeriesRyzen AI MaxCore i9
MicroarchitectureZen 5Alder Lake-H
CodenameStrix HaloAlder Lake-H
Memory SupportDDR5DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
Memory ChannelsQuad-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
Cores1214
Threads2420
Performance Cores (P-cores)--6
Efficient Cores (E-cores)--8
Clock Speed3.2 GHz2.5 GHz
Turbo Clock5.0 GHz5.0 GHz
P-core Clock--2.5 GHz
P-core Turbo Clock--5.0 GHz
E-core Clock Speed--1800.0 MHz
E-core Turbo Clock--3.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier32.0x25.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
L1 Cache80 KB80 KB
L2 Cache1 MB1.25 MB
L3 Cache64 MB24 MB
E-core L1 Cache--96 KB
E-core L2 Cache--2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
SocketAMD Socket FP11Intel BGA 1744
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x20
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W45 W
TJ Max100 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen AI Max PRO 390Core i9-12900HK
Integrated GraphicsRadeon 8050SIris Xe 96EU
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES-NI, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, VBS, DASH, AMD-V, AMD-V SVM, AMD-V RVI, AMD AVIC, AMD-Vi, SLAT, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, GMET, NX Bit, Windows Secured-Core, AMD Secure Processor, Precision Boost 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.