AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a dominant sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, winning all 15 head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 3 210. The magnitude of the wins varies significantly, from a narrow single-thread edge to massive multi-thread advantages.

The largest gap appears in PassMark integer math, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 101,831 against 37,933, a 62.7% advantage. Floating point math follows closely, with the Ryzen AI 9 365 delivering 62,802 versus 23,649, a 62.3% lead. These two results indicate the Ryzen AI 9 365 handles arithmetic-heavy workloads with substantially more headroom.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 2,842 versus 1,128 for the Ryzen 3 210, a 60.3% difference. The same pattern holds in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 posts 18,698 against 11,198, a 40.1% margin. The single-core gap is smaller but still decisive: Cinebench R23 single-core favors the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 1,992 versus 1,581, a 20.6% lead, and Cinebench R15 single-core shows 303 versus 159, a 47.5% gap.

PassMark data compression favors the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 354,510 versus 152,017, a 57.1% difference. Data encryption shows 18,297 versus 8,607, a 53% gap. Extended instructions deliver 25,113 versus 11,464, a 54.4% margin. Prime number finding shows 117 versus 49, a 58.1% lead. Multi-thread performance in PassMark lands at 29,467 versus 13,585, a 53.9% difference.

Physics and random string sorting also favor the Ryzen AI 9 365, with 1,704 versus 821 (51.8%) and 39,447 versus 19,454 (50.7%) respectively. The closest contest is PassMark single-thread, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 3,841 versus 3,724, only a 3% advantage. This near-parity in single-threaded PassMark suggests the Ryzen 3 210 holds its own in lightly threaded scenarios despite losing every benchmark overall.

The average benchmark score tells a similar story. The Ryzen AI 9 365 averages 40,048, while the Ryzen 3 210 averages 17,321. The percentile ranking places the Ryzen AI 9 365 at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ryzen 3 210 sits at the 71st percentile. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 3 210 include the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 at 17,333 (0.1% higher), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G at 17,278 (0.2% lower), the Intel Core 7 150U at 17,395 (0.4% higher), and the Intel Core i5-12450H at 17,239 (0.5% lower). For the Ryzen AI 9 365, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at 40,081 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core 5 221E at 40,144 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen 9 270 at 40,246 (0.5% higher), and the Intel Core i9-13905H at 40,313 (0.7% higher).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and architectures. The Ryzen 3 210 uses Zen 4 under the Hawk Point codename, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 uses Zen 5 under the Strix Point codename. The Ryzen AI 9 365 belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation with a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c configuration, whereas the Ryzen 3 210 is a plain Zen 4 part.

Core counts differ substantially. The Ryzen 3 210 offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 offers 10 cores and 20 threads. This 6-core and 12-thread difference explains the large multi-threaded benchmark margins.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. The Ryzen 3 210 has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. The Ryzen AI 9 365 doubles the L3 capacity.

Clock speeds favor the Ryzen AI 9 365 on boost but the Ryzen 3 210 on base. The Ryzen 3 210 runs at 3.00 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost. The Ryzen AI 9 365 runs at 2.00 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. The higher boost clock on the Ryzen AI 9 365 contributes to its single-thread wins.

Both CPUs use a 4 nm process from TSMC. Die size differs, with the Ryzen 3 210 at 137 mm² and the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 233 mm². The Ryzen 3 210 lists 20,900 million transistors, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 does not report a transistor count in the database.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Ryzen 3 210 carries a Radeon 740M, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 carries a Radeon 880M. Both support DDR5 memory, but the Ryzen AI 9 365 adds LPDDR5X support. Memory bus width is dual-channel for both, and memory bandwidth is identical at 89.6 GB/s. Neither supports ECC memory.

Socket and PCIe configurations differ. The Ryzen 3 210 uses AMD Socket FP7 with PCIe Gen 4 at 14 lanes (CPU only). The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses AMD Socket FP8 with PCIe Gen 4 at 16 lanes (CPU only). Both have a 28 W TDP and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Release dates place the Ryzen 3 210 in January 2025 and the Ryzen AI 9 365 in June 2024. Both carry active production status and target the mobile market segment.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen AI 9 365 wins every recorded benchmark, so the analysis focuses on the degree of its dominance and the specific workloads where the Ryzen 3 210 comes closest.

The Ryzen 3 210 shows its best relative performance in PassMark single-thread, where it trails by only 3%. This result indicates that for basic single-threaded tasks, the Zen 4 core in the Ryzen 3 210 remains competitive. The Cinebench R23 single-core margin of 20.6% widens the gap, but the PassMark result suggests the Ryzen 3 210 is not far behind in certain single-threaded workloads.

The Ryzen AI 9 365 dominates in throughput-heavy tasks. Integer math, floating point math, data compression, and extended instructions all show margins above 50%. These workloads benefit directly from the additional cores and threads. The Ryzen AI 9 365's 10 cores and 20 threads give it a structural advantage in any parallel workload.

Multi-core rendering follows the expected pattern. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 60.3% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 365, and Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 40.1% lead. The Ryzen AI 9 365 also leads in PassMark multi-thread by 53.9%.

Memory-sensitive workloads also favor the Ryzen AI 9 365. Data compression and random string sorting both rely on cache and memory throughput. The Ryzen AI 9 365's 16 MB of L3 versus 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 210 helps explain the 57.1% and 50.7% margins in these tests.

Physics simulation favors the Ryzen AI 9 365 by 51.8%, and data encryption favors it by 53%. Prime number finding shows a 58.1% gap. These results confirm that the Ryzen AI 9 365 is faster across every category, with no single benchmark where the Ryzen 3 210 takes the lead.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 210 in every recorded benchmark, with an average score of 40,048 versus 17,321. The Ryzen AI 9 365 sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ryzen 3 210 sits at the 71st percentile.

The Ryzen 3 210 is best suited for scenarios where its lower core count and 8 MB of L3 are sufficient, and where the 3% single-thread PassMark gap means the difference is negligible. Its 4.70 GHz boost clock and Zen 4 architecture keep it competitive in lightly threaded tasks.

The Ryzen AI 9 365 is the stronger processor for multi-threaded workloads. Its 10 cores, 20 threads, 16 MB of L3, and 5.00 GHz boost clock deliver margins of 40% to 63% across most benchmarks. The additional LPDDR5X memory support and larger die size further separate it from the Ryzen 3 210.

Both processors share a 28 W TDP, a 4 nm TSMC process, dual-channel memory, and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Ryzen AI 9 365 offers more PCIe lanes (16 versus 14) and a newer socket (FP8 versus FP7). Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier or ECC support. The Ryzen 3 210 is the smaller part in both die size and capability, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is the higher-performing option in every measured category.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has an average benchmark score of 40,048, compared to 17,321 for the AMD Ryzen 3 210.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 365 leads by 60.3% in Cinebench R15 multi-core (2,842 versus 1,128) and by 40.1% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (18,698 versus 11,198).

Q: Is the Ryzen 3 210 competitive in single-threaded performance?

A: The Ryzen 3 210 trails by only 3% in PassMark single-thread (3,724 versus 3,841), but the gap widens to 20.6% in Cinebench R23 single-core (1,581 versus 1,992).

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

A: The Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: How do the cache configurations compare?

A: The Ryzen 3 210 has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Both support DDR5 and dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Ryzen AI 9 365 additionally supports LPDDR5X.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 210 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 3.00 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | AMD Socket FP8 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Zen 5 |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Strix Point |

| Generation | Ryzen 3 (Zen 4, Hawk Point) | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) |

| Die Size | 137 mm² | 233 mm² |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not reported |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 16 MB |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | Radeon 880M |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2024-06-30 |

| Part Number | 100-000001612 | 100-000001530 |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 71 | 87 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 17,321 | 40,048 |