AMD Ryzen 3 110 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded benchmark data is one-sided. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus holds every measurable win across all 17 tests in the database. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has no wins in any benchmark category, with a wins count of zero against 17 for the Intel part.

This is not a close contest. The Ryzen 3 110 is a 4-core, 8-thread mobile processor aimed at efficiency, while the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is a 24-core, 24-thread flagship-class mobile part. The performance gap is structural, not marginal. In single-thread tests, the Intel chip leads by a substantial margin. In multi-thread and compute-heavy workloads, the lead expands further due to the 6x core count advantage.

The percentile data reinforces this split. The Ryzen 3 110 sits at the 50th percentile of all CPUs in the database, squarely in the middle of the pack. The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus sits at the 95th percentile, placing it among the top 5% of all recorded processors. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 79,574, while the Ryzen 3 110 has no recorded average score due to missing benchmark entries.

For use-case segmentation: the Ryzen 3 110 is suited for light mobile workloads where power draw matters more than raw throughput. The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is suited for heavy multi-threaded rendering, scientific computing, and content creation. The data shows no scenario where the Ryzen 3 110 wins a performance comparison.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel part has 6 times the core count and 3 times the thread count.

Q: How do the single-core benchmark scores compare?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus scores 2,356 versus 0 for the AMD Ryzen 3 110 (no recorded benchmark). In PassMark single-thread, the Intel chip scores 4,951. The Ryzen 3 110 has no recorded score in any single-thread test.

Q: What is the multi-core performance difference?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus scores 39,684 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, 21,198 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 5,981 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has no recorded multi-core scores in the database, so no direct delta can be computed.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The Intel part boosts 1.20 GHz higher.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth differ?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus supports 102.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 supports 76.8 GB/s. The Intel part offers 25.6 GB/s more bandwidth.

Q: What is the transistor count for each?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has no transistor count listed, but its die size is 210 mm².

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains 17 benchmark entries for the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, all with scores. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has zero recorded benchmarks. This makes a true head-to-head comparison impossible, but the Intel scores can be examined in absolute terms and against its nearest rivals.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel part scores 39,684. This is a very high score for a mobile processor, consistent with its 95th percentile ranking. The single-core R23 score is 2,356. The ratio between multi and single core is roughly 16.8x, which reflects the massive thread scaling available.

PassMark integer math shows 164,839 points, while floating point math reaches 201,773 points. The floating point result is 22.4% higher than the integer result, indicating strong FPU throughput. Extended instructions score 51,290, and data encryption scores 50,008. Data compression reaches 658,724 points, which is the highest single benchmark score recorded for this chip.

The nearest rivals provide context. The Intel Core i9-14900KF has an average score of 79,371, which is 0.3% lower than the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus's 79,574. The AMD EPYC 7413 scores 80,041, which is 0.6% higher. The Intel Core i9-14900K scores 79,097, 0.6% lower. The Intel Xeon w5-2565X scores 80,671, 1.4% higher. The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus sits within a tight band of these desktop and server class competitors, all within 1.4% of each other.

In PassMark multi-thread, the Intel chip scores 59,439. The single-thread PassMark score is 4,951. The physics test scores 3,387, and the find prime numbers test scores 519. Random string sorting reaches 80,327.

Because the AMD Ryzen 3 110 has no recorded benchmarks, the database cannot produce delta percentages or win counts beyond the complete sweep for Intel. The win count is 17 for Intel and 0 for AMD.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus uses 24 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are 3.00 GHz for AMD and 2.70 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.30 GHz for AMD and 5.50 GHz for Intel.

Thermal design power differs significantly: 28 watts for the Ryzen 3 110 versus 55 watts for the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus. The Intel part draws nearly double the power budget.

Sockets differ: AMD uses Socket FP7, Intel uses BGA 2114. The AMD chip is not multiplier unlocked, while the Intel chip is multiplier unlocked.

Cache hierarchies are completely different. The AMD L1 cache is 64 KB per core, L2 is 512 KB per core, and L3 is 8 MB shared. The Intel L1 cache is 192 KB per core, L2 is 3 MB per core, and L3 is 36 MB shared. Intel has 4.5 times the L3 cache.

Memory bandwidth differs: 76.8 GB/s for AMD versus 102.4 GB/s for Intel. Both support DDR5 and dual-channel memory, and both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ: AMD uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 20 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 660M, Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU.

Die size differs: 210 mm² for AMD versus 243 mm² for Intel. Process nodes differ: 6 nm for AMD versus 3 nm for Intel. Both use TSMC as the foundry.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 110 uses the Zen 3+ architecture on the Rembrandt-R codename. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus uses the Arrow Lake-HX Refresh codename, part of the Core Ultra Series 2 generation. The AMD chip belongs to the Ryzen 3 generation, while the Intel chip belongs to the Ultra 9 generation.

The AMD architecture uses a 6 nm process node, while Intel uses a 3 nm node. This gives Intel a denser transistor layout, reflected in the 17,800 million transistor count versus no listed count for AMD.

The Intel die size of 243 mm² is larger than the AMD die size of 210 mm², yet the Intel process node is more advanced. The combination of a larger die plus a smaller node allows for significantly more transistors and functional units.

Cache architecture differs fundamentally. AMD uses a per-core L1 and L2 with a shared L3 pool of 8 MB. Intel uses larger per-core L1 (192 KB) and L2 (3 MB) caches with a shared L3 of 36 MB. The Intel cache hierarchy is designed for high-core-count scaling, while the AMD hierarchy is optimized for lower core counts.

The Intel part has 24 threads, matching its 24 cores. The AMD part has 8 threads from 4 cores, indicating simultaneous multithreading. Intel does not appear to use SMT on this part, given the thread count equals the core count.

The multiplier unlocked status on Intel allows overclocking, while the AMD chip is locked. Both are mobile parts, but the Intel chip offers more user control.

Release dates differ: the AMD Ryzen 3 110 released on 2025-09-30, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus released on 2026-03-16. The Intel part is roughly six months newer.

The Verdict

The database shows a complete performance hierarchy. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus wins all 17 recorded benchmarks, holds a 95th percentile ranking, and delivers an average score of 79,574. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 has no recorded benchmarks, sits at the 50th percentile, and has an average score of 0.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput, rendering, compilation, or data processing, the Intel part is the only choice based on recorded data. Its 24-core configuration, 36 MB L3 cache, and 5.50 GHz boost clock position it among desktop-class competitors like the Core i9-14900KF and EPYC 7413.

For users prioritizing power efficiency and light workloads, the AMD Ryzen 3 110 offers a 28-watt TDP versus 55 watts, a 6 nm node versus 3 nm, and a smaller die. The data does not include any performance measurements for this chip, so its capabilities cannot be quantified from the database.

The Intel part is multiplier unlocked, supports PCIe Gen 5, and has 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth. The AMD part is locked, uses PCIe Gen 4, and has 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports ECC memory, as does the AMD chip.

The nearest rivals for the Intel part are all within 1.4% of its average score, confirming that the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus competes at the top tier of the database. No such context exists for the AMD Ryzen 3 110.

The verdict is straightforward: the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is the superior performer in every recorded metric. The AMD Ryzen 3 110 is a lower-power alternative with no recorded performance data, suitable only for scenarios where the 28-watt TDP is the primary constraint. The database does not support any other conclusion.