AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 is the decisive winner in every recorded benchmark comparison against the AMD Ryzen 3 30. The data shows a complete sweep, with the Ryzen AI 9 465 taking 11 wins out of 11 head-to-head tests. The performance gap is substantial across all workload types, ranging from a 34.3% advantage in single-threaded tasks to an 83.9% advantage in prime number calculations.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single margin between the two processors appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test. The Ryzen 3 30 scores 20, while the Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 124, a delta of -83.9% from the perspective of the Ryzen 3 30. This indicates the Zen 5 architecture in the Ryzen AI 9 465 handles this integer-heavy workload with far greater efficiency.

Floating point math shows a similarly wide gap. The Ryzen AI 9 465 delivers 62,411 points against the Ryzen 3 30's 14,448, a 76.9% difference. Extended instructions also favor the newer chip heavily: 24,773 versus 6,075, a 75.5% delta. These results point to a major architectural advantage in compute-heavy tasks.

The multithreaded PassMark score is 28,986 for the Ryzen AI 9 465 versus 9,027 for the Ryzen 3 30, a 68.9% difference. This aligns with the core count disparity, as the Ryzen AI 9 465 provides 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Ryzen 3 30 provides 4 cores and 8 threads. The physics test shows a 74.2% gap, with the Ryzen AI 9 465 scoring 1,689 against 436.

Integer math results show the Ryzen AI 9 465 at 99,156, which is 69.9% ahead of the Ryzen 3 30's 29,846. Data compression and encryption also favor the Ryzen AI 9 465, with deltas of 61.1% and 63.3% respectively. Random string sorting shows a 61.4% difference, with 37,379 versus 14,431.

The closest contest is in single-thread performance, where the Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 3,750 against the Ryzen 3 30's 2,465. The 34.3% delta is still a commanding lead, but it is the narrowest margin in the entire comparison. This suggests that while the Ryzen 3 30's Zen 2 cores are competitive in raw per-thread execution compared to its own multi-core results, the Zen 5 cores in the Ryzen AI 9 465 are simply faster on an individual basis as well.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 has an average benchmark score of 43,431, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has an average of 20,137. The Ryzen AI 9 465 also ranks in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 74th percentile for the Ryzen 3 30.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-thread performance?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 3,750 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 34.3% higher than the Ryzen 3 30's score of 2,465. The Ryzen AI 9 465 also posts a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,996.5, while the Ryzen 3 30 has no Cinebench scores recorded in the database.

Q: What is the performance difference in multi-core workloads?

A: In the PassMark multithread test, the Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 28,986 compared to the Ryzen 3 30's 9,027, a 68.9% advantage. The Ryzen AI 9 465 also achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17,462.5, whereas no Cinebench multicore result is recorded for the Ryzen 3 30.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 465 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Ryzen 3 30 has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Ryzen AI 9 465 also has a lower base clock at 2.00 GHz compared to the Ryzen 3 30's 2.40 GHz.

Q: How does the integrated graphics compare?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 465 uses the Radeon 880M integrated graphics, while the Ryzen 3 30 uses the Radeon 610M. The database does not include separate graphics benchmark scores for either processor.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 465 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Ryzen 3 30 has 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 9 465 also has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, compared to 64 KB and 512 KB per core respectively for the Ryzen 3 30.

The Verdict

The data makes the choice straightforward for workloads that demand raw throughput. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 is categorically faster in every measured category. Its average benchmark score of 43,431 is more than double the Ryzen 3 30's 20,137. The Ryzen AI 9 465 belongs in systems where compute density and responsiveness are the priority, given its 88th percentile ranking and its nearest rivals including the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 and Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, both within 0.5% of its average score.

The Ryzen 3 30, by contrast, sits among a different competitive set. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U, Intel Core i7-9700K, and Intel Core i7-11800H, all within 0.7% of its average score. This places the Ryzen 3 30 in the mid-range performance tier, suitable for systems where its 15 W TDP and smaller die size may be more relevant than peak performance. The Ryzen 3 30 has no benchmark wins against the Ryzen AI 9 465, so any selection of the Ryzen 3 30 must be based on factors other than measured speed, such as platform characteristics.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 465 has 10 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks are 2.40 GHz for the Ryzen 3 30 and 2.00 GHz for the Ryzen AI 9 465, but boost clocks reverse the order: 4.10 GHz versus 5.00 GHz. TDP is 15 W for the Ryzen 3 30 and 28 W for the Ryzen AI 9 465.

The Ryzen 3 30 uses the AMD Socket FT6, while the Ryzen AI 9 465 uses the AMD Socket FP8. Memory support differs as well: the Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5, while the Ryzen AI 9 465 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bandwidth is 88.0 GB/s for the Ryzen 3 30 and 89.6 GB/s for the Ryzen AI 9 465. PCIe capabilities differ significantly, with the Ryzen 3 30 offering Gen 3 with 4 lanes and the Ryzen AI 9 465 offering Gen 4 with 16 lanes. The die size is 100 mm² for the Ryzen 3 30 and 233 mm² for the Ryzen AI 9 465. The part number for the Ryzen AI 9 465 is 100-000001861, while the Ryzen 3 30 part number is listed as unknown.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between the two is generational. The Ryzen 3 30 uses Zen 2 architecture on the Mendocino codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Ryzen AI 9 465 uses Zen 5 architecture on the Gorgon Point codename, built on a 4 nm process, also at TSMC. The Ryzen AI 9 465 is part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation with a Zen 5 / Zen 5c configuration, while the Ryzen 3 30 is part of the Ryzen 3 generation with Zen 2.

Cache hierarchies reflect the architectural differences. The Ryzen 3 30 provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, with 4 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen AI 9 465 provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core caches and quadrupled L3 capacity contribute to the Ryzen AI 9 465's lead in memory-sensitive workloads. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The integrated graphics also differ by architecture generation. The Ryzen 3 30 pairs its Zen 2 cores with a Radeon 610M, while the Ryzen AI 9 465 pairs its Zen 5 cores with a Radeon 880M. The release dates place the Ryzen 3 30 in September 2025 and the Ryzen AI 9 465 in December 2025, meaning the Ryzen AI 9 465 represents a more recent design.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 wins in every benchmark category recorded in the database. It is the only choice for multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, extended instruction workloads, floating point math, integer math, physics simulations, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 17,462.5 and single-core score of 1,996.5 provide additional evidence of its dominance in both parallel and serial tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has no recorded wins against the Ryzen AI 9 465. Its advantages are limited to non-performance attributes: a lower TDP of 15 W versus 28 W, a smaller die size of 100 mm² versus 233 mm², and a lower base clock of 2.40 GHz versus 2.00 GHz. These characteristics may suit fanless or ultra-compact designs, but the benchmark data shows no workload where the Ryzen 3 30 delivers higher scores. For any application that depends on CPU speed, the Ryzen AI 9 465 is the superior part according to the recorded measurements.