AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 represent two distinct approaches to mobile computing within AMD’s lineup. The Ryzen 3 30 is a 4-core, 8-thread processor built on the Zen 2 architecture, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is a 10-core, 20-thread processor using the newer Zen 5 architecture. The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy, with the Ryzen AI 9 365 dominating every benchmark in the comparison. The Ryzen 3 30 holds a 74th percentile ranking against all CPUs, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 sits higher at the 87th percentile. This gap in overall positioning is reflected in their average benchmark scores, which are 20137 for the Ryzen 3 30 and 40048 for the Ryzen AI 9 365.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How do their single-threaded performance scores compare?

A: In the PassMark single-thread test, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 3841, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 scores 2465. The Ryzen AI 9 365 leads by 35.8 percent in this metric.

Q: What is the difference in their process nodes?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is manufactured on a 6 nm process node at TSMC. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 uses a 4 nm process node, also at TSMC.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 4?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

Q: What are the memory bandwidth specifications for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a memory bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s and supports LPDDR5 memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s and supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 MB of shared L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture under the Mendocino codename, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename. The Ryzen AI 9 365 also employs a hybrid configuration of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, as indicated by its generation listing. This is a fundamental difference in design philosophy, as the Ryzen 3 30 relies on older, more power-efficient cores, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 uses newer high-performance cores.

The process node difference is notable. The Ryzen 3 30 is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is built on a 4 nm process, also at TSMC. This smaller process node allows for denser transistor packing, which is reflected in the die sizes. The Ryzen 3 30 has a die size of 100 mm², while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a die size of 233 mm². The larger die of the Ryzen AI 9 365 accommodates its higher core count and larger caches.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly as well. The Ryzen 3 30 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. This gives the Ryzen AI 9 365 a fourfold advantage in L3 cache capacity, which is critical for workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

The integrated graphics also differ. The Ryzen 3 30 uses the Radeon 610M, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Radeon 880M. The memory support reflects this tier difference, with the Ryzen 3 30 supporting only LPDDR5 and the Ryzen AI 9 365 supporting both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bandwidth figures are close, at 88.0 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s, but the memory types suggest different performance characteristics under load.

The sockets are different as well. The Ryzen 3 30 uses AMD Socket FT6, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 uses AMD Socket FP8. PCIe support is another clear separator: the Ryzen 3 30 provides Gen 3 with 4 lanes, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes. This affects options for external GPUs and high-speed storage.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data shows a clean sweep, with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 winning all 11 recorded comparisons. The smallest margin is in single-threaded performance, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 3841 against the Ryzen 3 30's 2465, a lead of 35.8 percent. This indicates that even in lightly threaded tasks, the newer Zen 5 architecture provides a meaningful advantage.

The largest margin appears in the find prime numbers test. The Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 117, while the Ryzen 3 30 scores only 20, a difference of 82.9 percent. This test is heavily dependent on integer arithmetic and core scaling, which favors the 10-core processor.

In data compression, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 354510, compared to the Ryzen 3 30's 135834, a 61.7 percent advantage. Data encryption shows a similar pattern, with scores of 18297 and 6461, a 64.7 percent gap. Extended instructions test results are even more lopsided, with the Ryzen AI 9 365 scoring 25113 versus 6075, a 75.8 percent difference.

Floating point math shows a 77 percent advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365, with scores of 62802 and 14448. Integer math results show a 70.7 percent gap, with scores of 101831 and 29846. Multithreaded performance, measured by PassMark, shows the Ryzen AI 9 365 at 29467 versus the Ryzen 3 30 at 9027, a 69.4 percent difference. Physics simulation results are also strongly in favor of the Ryzen AI 9 365, with scores of 1704 and 436, a 74.4 percent gap. Random string sorting shows a 63.4 percent advantage, with scores of 39447 and 14431.

Specification Differences

The specification tables highlight several key differences beyond the benchmark scores. The Ryzen 3 30 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has a lower base clock of 2.00 GHz but a significantly higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz. This suggests that the Ryzen AI 9 365 can reach higher peak frequencies when thermals allow, while the Ryzen 3 30 relies on a higher idle frequency.

Thermal design power differs as well. The Ryzen 3 30 has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a TDP of 28 watts. This higher power envelope for the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports its additional cores and higher boost clock, but it also implies different cooling requirements in thin-and-light laptops.

The memory bus is dual-channel for both processors, but the supported memory types differ. The Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The memory bandwidth is 88.0 GB/s for the Ryzen 3 30 and 89.6 GB/s for the Ryzen AI 9 365, a marginal difference.

Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Ryzen 3 30 has no listed part number, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has part number 100-000001530. Release dates differ: the Ryzen 3 30 was released on 2025-09-30, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 was released on 2024-06-30. Both processors are listed as active in production and target the mobile market segment.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is the superior processor in nearly every measurable metric tracked by the database. It wins every head-to-head comparison, with margins ranging from 35.8 percent to 82.9 percent. The average benchmark score of 40048 places it near desktop-class performance, as shown by its nearest rivals, which include the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 with an average score of 40081 and the Intel Core i9-13905H with an average score of 40313. The Ryzen 3 30, by contrast, sits near the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U, which has an average score of 20249, and the Intel Core i7-9700K, which has an average score of 20271. The Ryzen AI 9 365's percentile ranking of 87 against all CPUs confirms its higher standing.

The Ryzen 3 30 does not have a single recorded win in the head-to-head tests. Its strengths are relative to its own power class, not against the Ryzen AI 9 365. The 15 watt TDP and 6 nm process node make it a candidate for fanless or low-power designs, but the data does not show any performance area where it outperforms the Ryzen AI 9 365.

For workloads that require maximum throughput, the Ryzen AI 9 365 is the clear choice. The data shows a 69.4 percent lead in multithreaded performance and a 35.8 percent lead in single-threaded performance. The Ryzen 3 30 should be considered only when power consumption and thermal constraints are the primary factors, as its 15 watt TDP is nearly half that of the Ryzen AI 9 365.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins in every benchmark category recorded in the head-to-head table, so the use-case split is defined by the degree of advantage rather than by any reversal. In single-threaded tasks, such as typical office productivity and web browsing, the Ryzen AI 9 365 is 35.8 percent ahead. This is the narrowest margin, indicating that the Ryzen 3 30 is comparatively less disadvantaged in lightly threaded work.

For multithreaded workloads, the Ryzen AI 9 365's advantage grows. Data compression shows a 61.7 percent lead, data encryption shows a 64.7 percent lead, and random string sorting shows a 63.4 percent lead. These tasks benefit from the 10-core, 20-thread configuration and the larger 16 MB L3 cache.

The most extreme difference is in prime number finding, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 leads by 82.9 percent. This test is highly sensitive to core count and integer execution units. Extended instructions and physics simulations also show large gaps, with leads of 75.8 percent and 74.4 percent respectively. Floating point math shows a 77 percent lead, and integer math shows a 70.7 percent lead.

The Ryzen 3 30 does not have a single recorded win, so its role is limited to scenarios where the 15 watt TDP is mandatory. The data shows that even in single-threaded performance, the older Zen 2 architecture cannot match the Zen 5 architecture of the Ryzen AI 9 365. The Ryzen 3 30 is best understood as a low-power option for basic tasks, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is the performance choice for demanding applications. The recorded data offers no evidence that the Ryzen 3 30 can compete with the Ryzen AI 9 365 in any computational workload.