AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data leaves no ambiguity: the Intel Core 7 251TE wins every recorded head-to-head comparison against the AMD Ryzen 3 30. Across 11 shared PassMark tests, Intel takes all 11, with margins ranging from a modest 30.9% in single-thread workloads to a crushing 85.7% in prime number computation. The Intel part’s average benchmark score of 41650 versus AMD’s 20137 places it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ryzen 3 30 sits in the 74th percentile.

The single-thread contest is the closest gap. The Core 7 251TE scores 3568 in PassMark single-thread tests, which is 30.9% ahead of the Ryzen 3 30’s 2465. That margin matters for lightly threaded applications, but it is the smallest advantage Intel holds anywhere in the dataset. The multi-thread gap is far larger: the Intel chip posts 30022 in PassMark multithread against 9027 for AMD, a 69.9% deficit. The Ryzen 3 30’s 4 cores and 8 threads simply cannot keep pace with the Core 7 251TE’s 24 cores and 32 threads when all resources are engaged.

The most lopsided results appear in compute-heavy math workloads. PassMark floating point math shows Intel at 85607 versus AMD at 14448, a 83.1% difference. Integer math follows a similar pattern: 125739 for Intel, 29846 for AMD, a 76.3% gap. Prime number finding is even more extreme, with Intel scoring 140 against AMD’s 20, an 85.7% difference. These are not close contests; they indicate fundamentally different performance tiers.

Data-oriented tasks also favor Intel heavily. PassMark data compression shows 334399 for the Core 7 251TE versus 135834 for the Ryzen 3 30, a 59.4% difference. Data encryption is similarly one-sided: 22176 against 6461, a 70.9% gap. Extended instruction workloads produce 16974 for Intel and 6075 for AMD, a 64.2% difference. Random string sorting sees Intel at 39643 and AMD at 14431, a 63.6% gap. Physics simulation, which often scales with core count, shows Intel at 1938 versus AMD at 436, a 77.5% difference.

The nearest rival data confirms both chips sit in their respective tiers. The Ryzen 3 30’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U, which scores 20249 (0.6% higher), and the AMD EPYC 7713P at 20024 (0.6% lower). The Core 7 251TE’s nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H at 41621 (0.1% higher) and the Intel Core i7-14650HX at 41576 (0.2% higher). In short, the Ryzen 3 30 competes in the ~20000 average score range, while the Core 7 251TE operates in the ~41650 range, roughly double the performance level.

Where Each One Wins

Given the win sweep, the Core 7 251TE is the clear performance leader in every measured category. Its advantages are largest in multithreaded and math-intensive workloads, where core count and cache size drive results. Floating point math, integer math, and prime number finding all show Intel leading by more than 76%. Data encryption and compression, tasks that benefit from parallel execution and larger caches, also show Intel ahead by roughly 60% to 71%.

The Ryzen 3 30 does not win any benchmark category, but its closest relative performance comes in single-threaded tests. The 30.9% gap in PassMark single-thread is the smallest deficit in the entire head-to-head set. This suggests that for workloads that depend primarily on one or two threads, the Ryzen 3 30 is comparatively less disadvantaged, though still behind. The Ryzen 3 30 also uses significantly less power, with a 15 watt TDP versus the Intel part’s 45 watt TDP, which makes it better suited for power-constrained mobile designs. Its Socket FT6 and LPDDR5 memory support point to a compact, low-power platform, whereas the Core 7 251TE targets desktop systems with Socket 1700 and support for both DDR4 and DDR5.

The Core 7 251TE wins outright in every scenario where raw throughput matters: rendering, simulation, compilation, data processing, and any workload that can spread across 24 cores and 32 threads. The Ryzen 3 30’s role is more about efficiency and integration in mobile devices, where its 15 watt envelope and Radeon 610M graphics provide a complete package in a small footprint.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Mendocino, built on a 6 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel’s own foundry. The process node difference is significant: 6 nm versus 10 nm gives AMD a density and efficiency advantage, but Intel compensates with a much larger die and more cores.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads. This sixfold difference in core count is the primary driver of the multithreaded benchmark results. Cache configurations follow the same pattern. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel part’s 36 MB L3 cache is nine times larger than AMD’s 4 MB, which helps in data-heavy workloads.

Clock speeds tell a different story. The Ryzen 3 30 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Core 7 251TE has a lower base clock of 1.40 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The Intel chip’s higher boost ceiling explains its single-thread advantage, while its core count explains the multithread dominance.

Memory support also differs. The Ryzen 3 30 supports only LPDDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, with 88.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The bandwidth figures are close, but the Intel part offers more flexibility in memory type. ECC memory is supported on the Intel chip but not on the AMD chip.

PCIe connectivity is another differentiator. The Ryzen 3 30 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 7 251TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives Intel a substantial advantage in expansion and peripheral bandwidth, particularly for discrete GPUs and NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD uses the Radeon 610M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The die size reflects the complexity difference: AMD’s die is 100 mm², Intel’s is 215 mm². The Intel part is also a desktop segment chip with a 45 watt TDP, while the AMD part is a mobile segment chip with a 15 watt TDP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE scores 3568 in PassMark single-thread tests, which is 30.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 30’s 2465.

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

A: The Core 7 251TE scores 30022 in PassMark multithread, while the Ryzen 3 30 scores 9027, a 69.9% difference in Intel’s favor.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 only. The Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Ryzen 3 30 has a 15 watt TDP, while the Core 7 251TE has a 45 watt TDP.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Core 7 251TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen 3 30 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 30 | Intel Core 7 251TE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 24 |

| Threads | 8 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FT6 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Mendocino | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 100 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 88.0 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 610M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-09-30 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $384 |

| Part Number | unknown | SRQAXQ5ZG |

The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 251TE is the performance choice in every benchmark category recorded. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, 36 MB L3 cache, and 5.40 GHz boost clock deliver a 41650 average benchmark score, placing it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 3 30, with 4 cores, 8 threads, 4 MB L3 cache, and a 4.10 GHz boost clock, achieves a 20137 average score and sits in the 74th percentile. The Core 7 251TE leads by 59.4% to 85.7% across the head-to-head tests, with the smallest margin being 30.9% in single-thread performance.

The Ryzen 3 30 is the appropriate choice for low-power mobile platforms. Its 15 watt TDP, 6 nm process, and LPDDR5 memory support suit compact, battery-conscious designs. The Core 7 251TE is the appropriate choice for desktop systems where performance is the priority. Its 45 watt TDP, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, ECC memory support, and both DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility provide a more capable platform for demanding workloads. The data does not identify any benchmark where the Ryzen 3 30 outperforms the Core 7 251TE. Selection between the two should be based on platform requirements and power constraints rather than performance expectations, since the performance hierarchy is unambiguous.