AMD EPYC 7D12 vs Intel Core 3 N350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep in the six shared Cinebench tests, with AMD EPYC 7D12 winning every single benchmark. The margins are substantial and remarkably consistent across both multicore and singlecore workloads.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the EPYC 7D12 scores 3675 against the Core 3 N350's 632, a delta of 481.5%. The singlecore R15 test tells a similar story: 518 versus 89, a 482% advantage. Moving to R20, the multicore result is 15315 versus 2635 (481.2% delta), while singlecore shows 2162 versus 371 (482.7% delta). The R23 results continue the pattern: 36465 versus 6274 in multicore (481.2% delta) and 5148 versus 885 in singlecore (481.7% delta).

What stands out beyond the raw wins is the consistency of the performance gap. The delta percentages hover within a narrow band of 481.2% to 482.7% across all six tests. This suggests the advantage is systemic, rooted in fundamental architectural differences rather than workload-specific optimizations. The EPYC 7D12 does not merely edge out the Core 3 N350; it multiplies the performance in every measured category.

When placed against their respective nearest rivals, both processors occupy similar percentile territory. The EPYC 7D12 sits at the 66th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 10547. Its closest competitor is the Intel Core i7-4790 at 10556, a negligible 0.1% difference. The AMD EPYC 7502P trails by 0.3%, the Intel Xeon W-3175X by 1.7%, and the Intel Xeon Gold 6338N by 1.9%. The Core 3 N350 also holds the 66th percentile, averaging 9903. Its nearest rival is the Intel Xeon Platinum 8280 at 10230, where the N350 is 3.2% behind. The AMD EPYC 7F52 runs 2.5% ahead, while the Intel Core i7-3770 and Intel Core i5-1035G1 sit 2% and 2.3% behind respectively.

The benchmark database records six wins for the EPYC 7D12 and zero for the Core 3 N350 in head-to-head comparisons. This is not a close contest in any metric. The data indicates a processor designed for throughput dominance against one optimized for efficiency in a completely different form factor.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors explains the benchmark results with clarity. The AMD EPYC 7D12 is a server-class part built on TSMC's 7 nm process, featuring the Zen 2 architecture under the Rome codename. It packs 32 cores and 64 threads, running a base clock of 1100 MHz with a boost clock of 3.00 GHz. The Core 3 N350, by contrast, is a mobile-oriented chip on Intel's 10 nm process, using the Twin Lake architecture and Alder Lake-N generation. It offers 8 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost of 3.90 GHz.

The transistor budgets differ enormously. The EPYC 7D12 integrates 15,200 million transistors across a 4x 74 mm² die configuration. The Core 3 N350 does not have transistor or die size figures recorded in the database. Cache hierarchies reflect their divergent missions. The EPYC 7D12 provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of L3 per die, totaling 128 MB of L3. The Core 3 N350 has 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3.

Memory architecture reinforces the separation. The EPYC 7D12 supports DDR4 across an eight-channel memory bus, delivering 204.8 GB/s of bandwidth with ECC support. The Core 3 N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 across a single-channel bus, with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth and no ECC. The EPYC 7D12 offers PCIe Gen 4 with 128 lanes, while the Core 3 N350 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes.

The Core 3 N350 includes integrated UHD Graphics 770, a feature entirely absent from the EPYC 7D12. The socket types differ completely: AMD Socket SP3 for the EPYC 7D12 versus Intel BGA 1264 for the Core 3 N350. Power envelopes are in different leagues, with the EPYC 7D12 rated at 85 TDP and the Core 3 N350 at 7 TDP. Release dates also separate them: the EPYC 7D12 launched in April 2020, while the Core 3 N350 arrived in January 2025.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data points to clear use-case separation. The EPYC 7D12 dominates every recorded Cinebench workload, making it the obvious choice for compute-bound server tasks. Its 64 threads and 128 MB of L3 cache, combined with eight-channel memory bandwidth, position it for virtualization, database workloads, and multi-tenant server environments where parallel throughput is paramount.

The Core 3 N350 does not win any head-to-head benchmark, but its profile suggests strengths outside the tested metrics. Its 7 TDP and integrated graphics make it suitable for fanless or passively cooled mobile designs. The single-channel memory and PCIe Gen 3 lanes indicate a platform built for light productivity, media consumption, and embedded applications rather than heavy compute.

The Core 3 N350 does have additional PassMark results recorded, covering data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread tests. These scores provide context for its intended role. The EPYC 7D12 has no equivalent PassMark data in the database, so direct comparisons in those workloads are not possible.

For sheer core count and memory bandwidth, the EPYC 7D12 is the unequivocal winner. For power efficiency and integrated graphics, the Core 3 N350 holds the advantage by design. The 7 TDP of the Core 3 N350 versus 85 TDP for the EPYC 7D12 highlights the tradeoff: raw performance requires power, and the EPYC 7D12 delivers it in abundance at the cost of efficiency.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD EPYC 7D12 outperforms the Intel Core 3 N350 by roughly 481% to 483% across all six shared Cinebench tests. This is not a marginal difference; it is a categorical one. The EPYC 7D12's 32 cores and 64 threads, paired with 128 MB of L3 cache and 204.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth, create a platform that simply overwhelms the Core 3 N350's 8 cores and 8 threads with 6 MB of L3 cache and 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

Who should choose the EPYC 7D12? Anyone running server or workstation workloads that scale with core count and memory throughput. The 66th percentile ranking, with an average score of 10547, places it in the same performance class as the Intel Core i7-4790, AMD EPYC 7502P, Intel Xeon W-3175X, and Intel Xeon Gold 6338N. It is an active production part with a 2020 release date, suited for existing SP3 platforms.

Who should choose the Core 3 N350? Those prioritizing power consumption and integrated graphics in a mobile or compact form factor. Its 7 TDP is extraordinarily low, and the UHD Graphics 770 removes the need for a discrete GPU. The 66th percentile ranking, with an average score of 9903, puts it near the Intel Core i7-3770, Intel Core i5-1035G1, AMD EPYC 7F52, and Intel Xeon Platinum 8280. The 2025 release date means it is a current-generation part.

The database records zero wins for the Core 3 N350 in head-to-head comparisons. That fact alone should guide any purchase decision where performance is the primary criterion. The EPYC 7D12 is the choice for compute density; the Core 3 N350 is the choice for minimal power draw and integrated graphics, accepting a massive performance deficit.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the AMD EPYC 7D12 than the Intel Core 3 N350 in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The EPYC 7D12 scores 36465 while the Core 3 N350 scores 6274, a delta of 481.2% in favor of the EPYC.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 N350 win any head-to-head benchmark against the AMD EPYC 7D12?

A: No. The database records 6 wins for the EPYC 7D12 and 0 wins for the Core 3 N350 across all six shared Cinebench tests.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD EPYC 7D12 has 32 cores and 64 threads. The Intel Core 3 N350 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD EPYC 7D12 supports ECC memory with DDR4 across an eight-channel bus. The Intel Core 3 N350 does not support ECC and uses a single-channel bus for DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD EPYC 7D12 is rated at 85 TDP, while the Intel Core 3 N350 is rated at 7 TDP.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 3 N350 includes UHD Graphics 770. The AMD EPYC 7D12 has no integrated graphics recorded in the database.