AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between these two mobile processors. The Intel Core 7 360 wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 takes three. The magnitude of Intel's victories varies widely, from a narrow 7.5% margin to a dominant 59.2% gap, whereas AMD's wins are concentrated in specific workloads.

Intel's strongest results come in Cinebench. Across all three versions (R15, R20, and R23), the Core 7 360 leads by nearly identical margins in both multi-core and single-core tests. The multi-core deltas are 17.9% in R15, 17.9% in R20, and 17.9% in R23, with scores of 1374 versus 1128, 5726 versus 4703, and 13634 versus 11198 respectively. Single-core performance shows the same pattern: 17.6% in R15 (193 vs. 159), 17.8% in R20 (808 vs. 664), and 17.8% in R23 (1924 vs. 1581). These consistent margins suggest a fundamental per-core advantage for Intel rather than a workload-specific quirk.

PassMark's floating point math test delivers the second-largest gap. Intel scores 44963 against AMD's 23649, a 47.4% advantage. Prime number finding shows the largest delta at 59.2%, with Intel posting 120 versus AMD's 49, though the absolute numbers are low for both chips. Physics simulation also favors Intel heavily, 1213 versus 821, a 32.3% lead. Encryption workloads see Intel ahead by 22.9% (11164 vs. 8607), while extended instructions show a more modest 7.5% edge (12390 vs. 11464). Multithreaded PassMark results put Intel 12.6% ahead (15544 vs. 13585), and single-thread PassMark shows a 12.9% gap (4274 vs. 3724).

AMD's three wins are all in PassMark sub-tests. Data compression goes to the Ryzen 3 210 with 152017 versus 142877, a 6.4% edge. Integer math shows a 10.8% advantage (37933 vs. 34238). Random string sorting delivers the largest AMD win at 10.3% (19454 vs. 17636). These are meaningful but narrower victories than Intel's largest margins.

The average benchmark scores reflect this overall distribution. AMD's Ryzen 3 210 averages 17321 across all recorded tests, while the Intel Core 7 360 averages 18374, a difference of roughly 6%. In percentile terms against all CPUs in the database, Intel sits at the 72nd percentile and AMD at the 71st. The nearest rivals for AMD include the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (average 17333, delta -0.1%) and the Intel Core 7 150U (average 17395, delta -0.4%), placing the Ryzen 3 210 in a competitive cluster. Intel's Core 7 360 aligns with desktop-class parts like the Intel Core i3-13100 (average 18380, delta 0%) and the Intel Core 5 330 (average 18345, delta 0.2%).

Architecture Differences

The two processors take fundamentally different design approaches. AMD's Ryzen 3 210 uses the Zen 4 architecture on a TSMC 4 nm process, with a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. Intel's Core 7 360 uses its own 3 nm process with the Wildcat Lake codename, though transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Core counts differ sharply. AMD provides 4 cores with 8 threads, enabling simultaneous multithreading. Intel provides 6 physical cores with 6 threads and no multithreading. Despite having two fewer threads, Intel wins the multi-core Cinebench tests by nearly 18%. This indicates the per-core throughput of the Wildcat Lake design substantially exceeds that of Zen 4 in these workloads.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches likely contribute to its single-thread advantage, while AMD's larger shared L3 pool may help in certain data-intensive tasks.

Clock behavior differs meaningfully. AMD's base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost of 4.70 GHz. Intel's base clock is much lower at 1.50 GHz but boosts higher to 4.80 GHz. The wide gap between base and boost suggests Intel relies more heavily on thermal and power management to reach peak performance. Power envelopes reflect this: AMD is rated at 28 W TDP, Intel at 15 W.

Memory support shows a major architectural split. AMD uses dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but runs single-channel, capping bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s. This 29.9 GB/s bandwidth deficit for Intel could explain AMD's wins in data compression and random string sorting, workloads that often benefit from memory throughput rather than raw compute.

PCIe lane availability also differs. AMD provides 14 Gen 4 lanes from the CPU, while Intel offers 6 Gen 4 lanes. Both processors integrate graphics: AMD with Radeon 740M and Intel with Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe). Neither chip supports ECC memory, and both are locked multipliers. AMD uses Socket FP7, Intel uses BGA 1516. The release dates place AMD in January 2025 and Intel in April 2026. Intel has a recorded launch MSRP of $426; AMD's launch MSRP is not listed.

The Verdict

The recorded data favors the Intel Core 7 360 for general compute workloads. Its wins span every Cinebench test, floating point math, physics, encryption, and single-thread PassMark results. The 17.9% multi-core margins in Cinebench are consistent and substantial, and the 59.2% lead in prime number finding indicates a significant advantage in integer-heavy algorithms. The 47.4% gap in floating point math further separates the two in scientific and simulation tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 earns its place in specific scenarios. Data compression, integer math, and random string sorting all go to AMD, with deltas between 6.4% and 10.8%. The dual-channel memory path with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth likely drives these wins, as these workloads are frequently memory-bound. AMD also delivers 8 threads versus Intel's 6, which may help in lightly threaded or memory-saturated environments.

For buyers prioritizing raw compute in rendering, physics, or encryption, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the benchmark record. For workloads centered on compression, sorting, or integer manipulation, AMD's Ryzen 3 210 holds a measurable edge. The Intel part also carries a higher average benchmark score (18374 vs. 17321) and a marginally higher percentile ranking (72 vs. 71). The Core 7 360's launch MSRP of $426 is the only price data recorded for either part.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU wins more benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins the remaining 3.

Q: How large is Intel's multi-core advantage in Cinebench?

A: Intel leads by 17.9% in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, with scores of 1374, 5726, and 13634 versus AMD's 1128, 4703, and 11198.

Q: In which workloads does the AMD Ryzen 3 210 outperform Intel?

A: AMD wins in PassMark data compression (152017 vs. 142877, 6.4% ahead), integer math (37933 vs. 34238, 10.8% ahead), and random string sorting (19454 vs. 17636, 10.3% ahead).

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 120 versus AMD's 49, a 59.2% advantage for Intel.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: AMD has 4 cores and 8 threads. Intel has 6 cores and 6 threads with no multithreading.

Q: What memory configurations do the two processors support?

A: AMD uses dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but runs single-channel with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 360 is the stronger choice for rendering and content creation. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13634 versus AMD's 11198 demonstrates a 17.9% lead that will translate to faster video exports and 3D render times. Single-core workloads also favor Intel, with R23 single-core at 1924 versus 1581, a 17.8% gap that matters for application responsiveness and lightly threaded tasks.

Scientific and simulation workloads heavily favor Intel. Floating point math shows a 47.4% advantage (44963 vs. 23649), and physics simulation posts a 32.3% lead (1213 vs. 821). Encryption workloads run 22.9% faster on Intel (11164 vs. 8607), making it the better option for security-related tasks. Prime number computation sees the widest split at 59.2%, which may indicate stronger integer arithmetic units in the Wildcat Lake design.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins in data handling tasks. Data compression leads by 6.4%, random string sorting by 10.3%, and integer math by 10.8%. These three wins share a common theme: they can be limited by memory bandwidth. AMD's dual-channel configuration with 89.6 GB/s provides 29.9 GB/s more bandwidth than Intel's single-channel 59.7 GB/s, which likely explains these results. AMD also offers 8 threads versus Intel's 6, potentially improving responsiveness in multitasking scenarios that interleave compression and sorting operations.

Power characteristics also differentiate the pair. Intel's 15 W TDP is 13 W lower than AMD's 28 W, which may matter in thin-and-light laptops where thermal headroom is scarce. However, Intel's lower base clock of 1.50 GHz versus AMD's 3.00 GHz suggests the Intel part depends more on boost behavior (4.80 GHz vs. 4.70 GHz) to reach its performance levels. The database shows no sustained-clock measurements, so real-world power draw under load cannot be determined from these records alone.

The average benchmark scores summarize the overall positioning: Intel at 18374 and AMD at 17321. Both processors sit near the 71st-72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy similar market tiers despite their architectural differences. The Intel Core 7 360's nearest rivals include desktop parts like the Core i3-13100 and Core i3-14100, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 aligns with the Ryzen 5 4500 and Intel Core 7 150U. This suggests the Intel part competes upward into desktop-class territory, while AMD's offering stays within the mobile processor cluster.