AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 and the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus occupy opposite ends of the computing spectrum. The recorded data shows a complete sweep in the head-to-head benchmark suite, with the Intel part winning all 11 recorded tests. However, the analysis does not end with the scoreboard, as the underlying specifications and performance characteristics reveal two fundamentally different products designed for unrelated tasks. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is a low-power mobile processor, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is a high-core-count desktop flagship.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head data records zero wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 30 across all 11 benchmark comparisons. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus wins every single test, including single-threaded workloads where the gap is smallest. The AMD part's only statistical claim to a category is its market segment, as it is classified as a Mobile processor, whereas the Intel chip is a Desktop part. In terms of pure benchmark output, the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not outperform the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus in any measured category.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus demonstrates its strongest relative advantage in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where it leads by 96.7%. The data indicates that this workload, which is heavily dependent on integer throughput and core count, is a particular strength for the Intel architecture. The passmark_extended_instructions test shows a 90.4% lead for Intel, indicating that its instruction set extensions and execution resources are far more capable. The Intel part also shows a 93.7% lead in floating-point math, a 89.3% lead in physics, and an 89.1% lead in data encryption.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30's closest relative performance comes in the passmark_single_thread test. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 5068 compared to the AMD's 2465, a 51.4% advantage. While this is still a decisive win for Intel, it is the narrowest margin in the entire suite. The data suggests that the AMD Zen 2 core design, despite its older architecture, is not completely outclassed in single-core efficiency. The AMD part's average benchmark score of 20137 places it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part's average of 93785 places it in the 96th percentile.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has an average benchmark score of 93785, which is significantly higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 30's average score of 20137.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: In the passmark_single_thread test, the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 5068, which is 51.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 30's score of 2465.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is built on a 6 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is built on a 3 nm process node.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a memory bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has a higher memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a consistent and overwhelming advantage for the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus in every recorded test. The largest single margin appears in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where Intel scores 615 against AMD's 20, a delta of 96.7%. This test is particularly sensitive to raw integer execution and the Intel part's 24 cores provide a massive parallel advantage over the AMD's 4 cores.

The passmark_data_compression test shows Intel scoring 804322 against AMD's 135834, a delta of 83.1%. The passmark_data_encryption test shows a similar pattern, with Intel at 59097 and AMD at 6461, a delta of 89.1%. The passmark_extended_instructions test records Intel at 63506 and AMD at 6075, a delta of 90.4%. The passmark_floating_point_math test shows Intel at 229491 and AMD at 14448, a delta of 93.7%. The passmark_integer_math test shows Intel at 175986 and AMD at 29846, a delta of 83%.

The passmark_multithread score for the Intel part is 68574, compared to the AMD's 9027, a delta of 86.8%. The passmark_physics test shows Intel at 4064 and AMD at 436, a delta of 89.3%. The passmark_random_string_sorting test shows Intel at 96945 and AMD at 14431, a delta of 85.1%. The single-threaded results, which are recorded twice in the data as passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, both show Intel at 5068 and AMD at 2465, a delta of 51.4%. This 51.4% gap is the closest the AMD part comes to the Intel part in any test.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus also has Cinebench results recorded in the database, including a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 44253 and a single-core score of 2439. These scores are not compared head-to-head with the AMD part, as the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has no recorded Cinebench data. The Intel part's nearest rivals in the database, based on average score, are the Intel Xeon 6520P with a delta of 0%, the AMD EPYC 4564P with a delta of -1.5%, the AMD EPYC 9175F with a delta of -1.9%, and the AMD EPYC 4565P with a delta of -2.1%. The AMD Ryzen 3 30's nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U with a delta of -0.6%, the AMD EPYC 7713P with a delta of 0.6%, the Intel Core i7-9700K with a delta of -0.7%, and the Intel Core i7-11800H with a delta of 0.7%.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every fundamental specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 cores and 24 threads. The AMD base clock is 2.40 GHz with a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, while the Intel base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The AMD part has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Intel part has a TDP of 125 watts. The AMD part uses the AMD Socket FT6, while the Intel part uses the Intel Socket 1851.

The memory support differs, with the AMD Ryzen 3 30 using LPDDR5 and the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus using DDR5. The memory bandwidth is 88.0 GB/s for the AMD part and 115.2 GB/s for the Intel part. ECC memory support is absent on the AMD part and present on the Intel part. The PCIe configuration differs as well, with the AMD part using PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only) and the Intel part using PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are different, with the AMD part using Radeon 610M and the Intel part using Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU. The market segment is Mobile for the AMD part and Desktop for the Intel part. The multiplier is locked on the AMD part and unlocked on the Intel part. The release dates differ, with the AMD part released on 2025-09-30 and the Intel part on 2026-03-10. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is $299, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture with the Mendocino codename, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus uses the Arrow Lake Refresh codename from the Core Ultra Series 2. The AMD part is built on a 6 nm process node by TSMC, while the Intel part is built on a 3 nm process node, also by TSMC. The Intel part has a transistor count of 17,800 million and a die size of 243 mm², while the AMD part has no recorded transistor count and a die size of 100 mm².

The cache hierarchies are different in both size and organization. The AMD 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 Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 3 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has no vCache3d, and the Intel part also has no vCache3d. The Intel part has a total of 24 threads matching its 24 cores, indicating no hyperthreading, while the AMD part has 8 threads from 4 cores, indicating simultaneous multithreading. The Intel part has a generation classification of Ultra 7 (Arrow Lake), while the AMD part is classified as Ryzen 3 (Zen 2 (Mendocino)).

The Verdict

The data directs each processor to a distinct audience. The AMD Ryzen 3 30, with its 15 watt TDP and Mobile market segment, is positioned for low-power portable devices. Its 74th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 20137 indicate that it delivers adequate performance for its class, but it does not compete with high-end desktop parts. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, with its 125 watt TDP and Desktop market segment, is a high-performance part designed for demanding workloads. Its 96th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 93785 place it among the top processors in the database.

The benchmark results confirm that the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the superior processor in raw performance across all 11 recorded tests. The smallest gap is in single-threaded performance at 51.4%, and the largest gap is in prime number finding at 96.7%. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not win any benchmark category. The specification sheet reinforces this conclusion, with the Intel part offering 6 times the cores, a higher boost clock, more cache, higher memory bandwidth, and a more advanced 3 nm process node. The AMD part's advantages are limited to its lower TDP of 15 watts, its smaller 100 mm² die size, and its earlier release date of 2025-09-30. The Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, with its launch MSRP of $299, is the clear choice for users who prioritize computational throughput, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 serves the mobile efficiency segment where its 15 watt TDP and integrated Radeon 610M graphics are the relevant attributes.