AMD Ryzen 5 150 vs AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 wins every single recorded head-to-head test against the AMD Ryzen 5 150. There are 11 comparisons in the database, and the Ryzen AI 7 350 claims all 11 wins. The margins range from modest to dominant, and the pattern is consistent across every workload category.

The largest gap appears in the PassMark find prime numbers test. The Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 80, while the Ryzen 5 150 scores 47. That translates to a 41.2% deficit for the older chip. This is a pure integer workload that stresses core count and per-core efficiency, and the Ryzen AI 7 350's advantage is substantial.

Physics simulation shows a similar story. The Ryzen AI 7 350 posts 1349, against 806 for the Ryzen 5 150, a 40.3% difference. This test is heavily threaded and latency-sensitive, and the newer processor's extra cores and faster architecture deliver a decisive edge.

The extended instructions benchmark favors the Ryzen AI 7 350 by 32.3%, with scores of 21678 versus 14675. This measures the efficiency of newer instruction set extensions, and the Zen 5 architecture in the Ryzen AI 7 350 clearly handles these workloads far better than the Zen 3+ design in the Ryzen 5 150.

Random string sorting, another memory-heavy and thread-heavy test, shows a 32.7% win for the Ryzen AI 7 350 (33266 versus 22382). Data compression also goes to the newer chip by 30.5%, with scores of 304089 versus 211289. Both tests rely on sustained multi-threaded throughput, and the Ryzen AI 7 350's 8 cores and 16 threads outperform the Ryzen 5 150's 6 cores and 12 threads.

Floating point math is 34% faster on the Ryzen AI 7 350 (53230 versus 35118), and integer math is 27.4% faster (85651 versus 62151). The overall multithread score shows a 29.8% advantage: 24935 versus 17492. That is the headline number for anyone comparing these two mobile processors.

Single-thread performance is closer but still clearly favors the Ryzen AI 7 350. The PassMark single thread score is 3834 for the newer chip versus 3155 for the older one, a 17.7% lead. This matters for everyday responsiveness, application launch times, and lightly threaded tasks.

Data encryption is the smallest margin on the board, with the Ryzen AI 7 350 ahead by 11.9% (15244 versus 13425). Even in this less favorable comparison, the newer architecture still wins comfortably.

The average benchmark score for the Ryzen AI 7 350 is 34222, while the Ryzen 5 150 averages 34881. That average is interesting: the Ryzen 5 150 actually has a slightly higher aggregate score across its benchmark set. But the head-to-head results are what count for direct comparison, and those all favor the Ryzen AI 7 350.

Both processors sit at the 84th percentile among all CPUs in the database. That means they are in the same broad performance tier, but the Ryzen AI 7 350 is consistently faster within that tier. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 5 150 include the Intel Xeon 6349P (average score 34890, 0% delta), the Intel Core 7 253PTE (34962, -0.2%), the Intel Core i7-13800H (34988, -0.3%), and the Intel Core i9-12900HX (35003, -0.3%). The Ryzen AI 7 350's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 4244P (34220, 0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (34260, -0.1%), the Intel Core i5-13450HX (34333, -0.3%), and the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H (34083, 0.4%). The database places both chips in similar company, but the direct comparison leaves no room for debate.

The Verdict

The data supports a simple conclusion: the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is the faster processor in every benchmark category recorded. If the choice is between these two chips and performance is the only criterion, the Ryzen AI 7 350 wins outright.

The Ryzen 5 150 does have a higher average benchmark score in the database (34881 versus 34222), but that is an artifact of the specific test mix and not a sign of superiority in direct competition. In every paired head-to-head test, the Ryzen AI 7 350 outperforms the Ryzen 5 150, with margins ranging from 11.9% to 41.2%.

The Ryzen AI 7 350 also posts strong results in Cinebench and Geekbench tests that the Ryzen 5 150 does not have recorded. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 16014.5, and its single-core score is 1958. The Geekbench multi-core score is 11676, with a single-core score of 2164. These additional data points reinforce the picture of a well-rounded, modern mobile processor.

For anyone prioritizing raw compute performance, multi-threaded workloads, or single-thread responsiveness, the Ryzen AI 7 350 is the clear pick from the database results. The Ryzen 5 150 remains a capable processor, but it does not win a single recorded comparison against its newer sibling.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two chips is significant. The Ryzen 5 150 uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Ryzen AI 7 350 uses the newer Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Krackan Point, built on a 4 nm process at the same foundry. The process node shrink from 6 nm to 4 nm is a major contributor to the performance and efficiency differences.

The core counts differ as well. The Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 has 8 cores and 16 threads. That is a 33% increase in core count for the newer chip, and it shows directly in the multi-threaded benchmark results. The Ryzen AI 7 350 also uses a hybrid configuration with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, as indicated in its generation label "Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c)".

Cache layouts are notably different. The Ryzen 5 150 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 7 350 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and only 8 MB of L3 cache. The newer chip has more per-core cache but half the total L3. Despite the smaller L3, the Ryzen AI 7 350 still wins all memory-sensitive benchmarks in the head-to-head tests.

Die size is similar: 210 mm² for the Ryzen 5 150 and 195 mm² for the Ryzen AI 7 350. Clock speeds are different, with the Ryzen 5 150 running a 3.30 GHz base and 4.55 GHz boost, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 runs a 2.00 GHz base and a 5.00 GHz boost. The lower base clock on the Ryzen AI 7 350 is offset by a higher boost clock and a more efficient architecture.

The Ryzen 5 150 has a 35 W TDP, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 has a 28 W TDP. The newer chip delivers more performance at a lower power envelope, which is a direct result of the 4 nm process and Zen 5 design.

Memory support differs slightly. The Ryzen 5 150 supports DDR5 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Ryzen AI 7 350 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a higher bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. That 16.7% bandwidth advantage helps in memory-heavy workloads like data compression and random string sorting.

PCIe lanes also differ. The Ryzen 5 150 offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Ryzen AI 7 350 offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The older chip has more PCIe lanes, but the newer chip has a faster memory interface and more cores.

Integrated graphics are different as well. The Ryzen 5 150 features the Radeon 660M, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 features the Radeon 860M. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so no direct comparison is possible, but the naming scheme suggests a generational improvement.

Sockets are incompatible: the Ryzen 5 150 uses AMD Socket FP7, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 uses AMD Socket FP8. This means the two chips are not drop-in replacements for each other, and the choice depends on the platform.

Release dates differ by roughly nine months. The Ryzen AI 7 350 launched on January 5, 2025, while the Ryzen 5 150 launched on September 30, 2025. The Ryzen 5 150 is the more recent release, but it is built on older architecture. Both are marked as Active in production status.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 5 150.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest margin is in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 80 versus 47 for the Ryzen 5 150, a 41.2% difference.

Q: Is the single-thread performance close?

A: It is the closest category, but the Ryzen AI 7 350 still leads by 17.7% with a PassMark single thread score of 3834 versus 3155.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 150 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Ryzen AI 7 350 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which chip has a higher boost clock?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 350 boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the Ryzen 5 150 boosts to 4.55 GHz.

Q: Do both chips support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5, but the Ryzen AI 7 350 also supports LPDDR5X and has higher memory bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 wins in every recorded category, so the use-case split is straightforward from the data. For multi-threaded workloads such as video encoding, 3D rendering, data compression, and software compilation, the Ryzen AI 7 350 is the stronger choice. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 29.8% advantage in PassMark multithread score, make it the better option for heavily parallel tasks.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the Ryzen AI 7 350 also wins. The 17.7% lead in PassMark single thread score, along with a 5.00 GHz boost clock, means faster application launches, snappier web browsing, and better performance in lightly threaded games or legacy software.

For physics simulations and scientific computing, the Ryzen AI 7 350 has a 40.3% advantage. For integer and floating point math, it leads by 27.4% and 34% respectively. For encryption workloads, it wins by 11.9%. For extended instruction set workloads, it wins by 32.3%. Every specialized task in the database favors the Ryzen AI 7 350.

The Ryzen 5 150 does not have a single recorded win. Its advantages are limited to a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 2.00 GHz) and more PCIe lanes (20 versus 16). It also has a larger L3 cache (16 MB versus 8 MB) and a lower average benchmark score is not a win condition. In practical terms, the Ryzen 5 150 offers no performance category where it beats the Ryzen AI 7 350 according to the database.

The Ryzen AI 7 350 also has a lower TDP at 28 W versus 35 W, meaning it delivers more performance with less power draw. For thin-and-light laptops or fanless designs, that efficiency advantage is meaningful. The newer chip also supports LPDDR5X memory, which is common in ultraportable designs.

The only scenario where the Ryzen 5 150 might be preferable is if the platform requires Socket FP7 or if the extra PCIe lanes matter for specific expansion needs. But from a pure performance standpoint, the database is clear: the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is the processor to choose.