Ryzen AI 9 365
VS
Core i5-10400F

Ryzen AI 9 365 vs Core i5-10400F

AMD

Ryzen AI 9 365

10 Cores20 Thrd28 WWMax: 5 GHz2024
VS
Intel

Core i5-10400F

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 365

#42
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A
116%
#49
Core i9-12900HX
MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A
109%
#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
100%
#64
Ryzen AI Max PRO 390
MSRP: $600|Avg: $600
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10400F

#92
Ryzen 5 8600G
MSRP: $229|Avg: $190
104%
#93
Core i7-13700KF
MSRP: $384|Avg: $350
102%
#94
Ryzen 7 9700X
MSRP: $359|Avg: $285
102%
#95
Ryzen 9 7900
MSRP: $429|Avg: $370
102%
#96
Core Ultra 5 235T
MSRP: $247|Avg: $247
102%
#97
Ryzen 9 5950X
MSRP: $799|Avg: $350
101%
#98
Ryzen 9 7900X3D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $389
101%
#99
Core i5-14400F
MSRP: $196|Avg: $199
101%
#100
Core i5-14400
MSRP: $221|Avg: $197
101%
#101
Core i5-13400
MSRP: $221|Avg: $185
101%
#102
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
MSRP: $699|Avg: $486
100%
#103
Core i5-11600
MSRP: $213|Avg: $140
100%
#104
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
MSRP: $259|Avg: $160
100%
#105
Core i9-12900K
MSRP: $589|Avg: $322
100%
#106
Ryzen 7 5800XT
MSRP: $249|Avg: $219
100%
#107
Core i5-10400F
MSRP: $160|Avg: $102
100%
#108
Core i9-12900KF
MSRP: $564|Avg: $320
100%
#109
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
MSRP: $209|Avg: $120
100%
#110
Ryzen 5 4600GE
MSRP: $200|Avg: $125
100%
#111
Core i5-10500T
MSRP: $226|Avg: $80
99%
#112
Core i5-14600
MSRP: $255|Avg: $255
99%
#113
Core i7-14700F
MSRP: $359|Avg: $330
98%
#114
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
MSRP: $89|Avg: $52
98%
#115
Core i9-14900K
MSRP: $589|Avg: $469
98%
#116
Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE
MSRP: $146|Avg: $146
97%
#117
Core i7-13790F
MSRP: $392|Avg: $350
97%
#118
Core i5-14500
MSRP: $239|Avg: $251
97%
#119
Core i5-11600KF
MSRP: $237|Avg: $157
97%
#120
Ryzen 5 5600XT
MSRP: $192|Avg: $180
97%
#121
Core i5-13600
MSRP: $255|Avg: $255
97%
#122
Core i3-13100F
MSRP: $109|Avg: $119
96%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Ryzen AI 9 365 delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i5-10400F in both compute-intensive tasks (79.4% faster) and gaming workloads.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($102)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Strix Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm)
✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Core i5-10400F offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $102 (vs $400), it costs 75% less. While offering significantly lower raw performance, it results in a 69% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Ryzen AI 9 365.
InsightRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+69%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
More affordable ($102)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen AI 9 365 and Core i5-10400F

AMD

Ryzen AI 9 365

The Ryzen AI 9 365 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Julho 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Strix Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,187 points. Launch price was $499.

Intel

Core i5-10400F

The Core i5-10400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,029 points. Launch price was $155.

Processing Power

The Ryzen AI 9 365 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Core i5-10400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i5-10400F — a 15.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Strix Point (2024−2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i5-10400F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 30,187 against the Core i5-10400F's 13,029 — a 79.4% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 365. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI 9 365 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i5-10400F.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
Cores / Threads
10 / 20+67%
6 / 12
Boost Clock
5 GHz+16%
4.3 GHz
Base Clock
2 GHz
2.9 GHz+45%
L3 Cache
24 MB (total)+100%
12 MB (total)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)+300%
256K (per core)
Process
4 nm-71%
14 nm
Architecture
Strix Point (2024−2025)
Comet Lake (2020−2025)
PassMark
30,187+132%
13,029
Cinebench R23 Multi
8,191
Geekbench 6 Single
1,454
Geekbench 6 Multi
5,783
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-10400F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen AI 9 365 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10400F — the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-10400F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs 16 (Core i5-10400F) — the Ryzen AI 9 365 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
Socket
FP8
LGA1200
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+33%
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5600+25%
DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity
64 GB
128 GB+100%
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20+25%
16
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen AI 9 365) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-10400F). The Ryzen AI 9 365 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 880M), while the Core i5-10400F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 365 targets Mobile AI, Core i5-10400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i5-10400F rivals Ryzen 5 3600.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
Radeon 880M
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Mobile AI
Gaming
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen AI 9 365 launched at $400 MSRP, while the Core i5-10400F debuted at $160. At current prices ($400 vs $102), the Core i5-10400F is $298 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen AI 9 365 delivers 75.5 pts/$ vs 127.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-10400F — making the Core i5-10400F the 51.4% better value option.

FeatureRyzen AI 9 365Core i5-10400F
MSRP
$400
$160-60%
Avg Price (30d)
$400
$102-75%
Performance per Dollar
75.5
127.7+69%
Release Date
2024
2020