AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data splits these two processors into clearly different roles. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is a desktop part with 4 cores and 8 threads, built on the Zen 3 architecture, and its strongest results appear in integer-heavy and compression work. The Intel Core 7 360 is a mobile processor with 6 cores and 6 threads using the Wildcat Lake architecture, and it dominates in floating-point math, physics, encryption, and single-thread performance. The Intel part wins 8 of the 11 recorded head-to-head comparisons, but the AMD part takes 3 wins, including one with a large margin.

For a user focused on desktop builds with DDR4 memory and a locked multiplier, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G offers higher multithreaded integer throughput in specific workloads. For a mobile platform with low power draw, the Intel Core 7 360 shows stronger overall benchmark coverage, particularly in tasks that rely on single-core speed and floating-point execution. The data does not support a universal recommendation; it supports a workload-dependent choice. The AMD part sits at the 79th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel part sits at the 72nd percentile, but the Intel part posts a higher average score in several direct comparisons.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core 7 360 scores 4274 in the Passmark single-thread test, which is 27.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G score of 3096.

Q: Which processor wins in data compression?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 168041 in Passmark data compression, beating the Intel Core 7 360 score of 142877 by 17.6%.

Q: How do the two compare in floating-point math?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 scores 44963 in Passmark floating-point math, which is 43.9% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G score of 25245.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 360 have more cores?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores. However, the AMD part has 8 threads, while the Intel part has 6 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 360 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 7 360?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core 7 360 is $426.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, fabricated on a 7 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, fabricated on a 3 nm process by Intel. The process node difference is substantial, with the Intel part using a more advanced manufacturing process.

The AMD part belongs to the Ryzen 3 generation, specifically Zen 3 (Cezanne), and is a desktop segment processor. The Intel part belongs to the Core 5 generation, specifically Wildcat Lake, and is a mobile segment processor. The AMD part has 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die, while the Intel part has no recorded transistor count or die size in the database.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, but a smaller total L3 cache.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Memory support diverges: the AMD part uses DDR4 with dual-channel memory, while the Intel part uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel memory. The AMD part supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel part has a much lower base clock but a higher boost clock.

The TDP differs: the AMD part has a TDP of 65, while the Intel part has a TDP of 15. This reflects the desktop versus mobile positioning. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1516. The AMD part is not unlocked, and the Intel part is also not unlocked.

Memory bandwidth differs: the AMD part has 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has 59.7 GB/s. The memory bus differs: the AMD part is dual-channel, while the Intel part is single-channel. The AMD part supports DDR4, while the Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The AMD part has a part number of 100-000001749, while the Intel part has a part number of SAE3E.

Release dates differ: the AMD part was released on September 4, 2024, while the Intel part was released on April 15, 2026. The AMD part has no launch MSRP recorded, while the Intel part has a launch MSRP of $426. Both are active in production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 360 wins 8 of the 11 head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G wins 3. The largest Intel win comes in Passmark find prime numbers, where the Intel part scores 120 versus the AMD part score of 36, a 70% difference. This is the most lopsided result in the dataset.

The Intel part also shows a strong lead in floating-point math, scoring 44963 versus 25245, which is 43.9% higher. In physics, the Intel part scores 1213 versus 701, a 42.2% difference. In single-thread performance, the Intel part scores 4274 versus 3096, which is 27.6% higher. In multithread performance, the Intel part scores 15544 versus 14033, a 9.7% lead. In data encryption, the Intel part scores 11164 versus 10288, a 7.8% lead. In extended instructions, the Intel part scores 12390 versus 11935, a 3.7% lead.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G wins in data compression, scoring 168041 versus 142877, a 17.6% lead. The AMD part also wins in integer math, scoring 45910 versus 34238, a 34.1% lead. In random string sorting, the AMD part scores 18819 versus 17636, a 6.7% lead.

The Passmark single-thread and singlethread tests both show identical scores for each processor (3096 for AMD, 4274 for Intel), which confirms consistency in the recorded data. The AMD part has an average benchmark score of 27382, while the Intel part has an average benchmark score of 18374. However, the Intel part scores higher in the majority of direct comparisons.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G wins in workloads that depend on integer math and data compression. The 34.1% lead in integer math indicates strong performance for arithmetic-heavy tasks that do not rely on floating-point precision. The 17.6% lead in data compression suggests efficiency in lossless compression algorithms, which often rely on integer operations and memory access patterns. The 6.7% lead in random string sorting points to solid performance in sorting and string manipulation tasks. The AMD part also has 8 threads versus 6 threads, which helps in multithreaded integer workloads, even though it loses the overall multithread test by 9.7%.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in floating-point math by 43.9%, which covers scientific computing, simulation, and graphics workloads that rely heavily on FPU throughput. The 70% lead in find prime numbers indicates strong performance in algorithms that use modular arithmetic and iteration. The 42.2% lead in physics suggests better performance in physics simulation tasks, which often mix floating-point and integer operations. The 27.6% lead in single-thread performance makes it the stronger choice for lightly threaded applications where clock speed and per-core efficiency matter. The Intel part also wins in data encryption by 7.8%, extended instructions by 3.7%, and multithread by 9.7%.

The Intel part has a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 4.20 GHz, which contributes to its single-thread and physics wins. The AMD part has a higher base clock of 4.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz, which helps in sustained all-core integer workloads. The Intel part also has a higher memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s, despite using a single-channel memory bus.

For desktop builders using DDR4 and AM4 motherboards, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G provides a balanced set of integer and compression wins. For mobile systems using BGA 1516 with DDR5 or LPDDR5X, the Intel Core 7 360 provides broader benchmark coverage, particularly in floating-point and single-thread tasks. The data shows a clear tradeoff: the AMD part excels in specific integer-heavy workloads, while the Intel part dominates the majority of recorded tests.