AMD Ryzen 5 4500 vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data splits this comparison into two distinct personalities. The Intel Core 7 350 claims 7 wins, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 takes 10, but the margins tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The most dramatic single result belongs to Intel in PassMark's find prime numbers test. The Core 7 350 scores 107 against the Ryzen 5 4500's 34, a 214.7% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set, and it points to a fundamental difference in how these two processors handle integer-heavy, latency-sensitive workloads.

Intel also dominates in single-threaded performance across the board. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Core 7 350 posts 292 versus 194 for the AMD chip, a 50.5% lead. PassMark single thread shows the same story: 4100 for Intel against 2593 for AMD, a 58.1% gap. The R23 single-core result is closer, with Intel ahead by only 6% (2046 versus 1930), but the pattern remains consistent.

Floating-point math is another Intel stronghold. The Core 7 350 scores 42809 in PassMark floating point math, 45.6% ahead of the Ryzen 5 4500's 29405. Physics simulation follows suit, with Intel winning 1173 to 726, a 61.6% margin.

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 fights back in multi-threaded and throughput-oriented tests. The biggest single victory is Cinebench R23 multicore, where AMD scores 13677 against Intel's 8030, a 41.3% advantage. This is a massive gap in a heavily threaded render workload, and it aligns with the core and thread counts.

PassMark data compression shows AMD ahead by 37.4% (228741 versus 143123). Integer math favors AMD by 32.1% (49707 versus 33734). Random string sorting goes to AMD by 28.1% (23989 versus 17238). Extended instructions also favor AMD, with a 20.6% delta (15166 versus 12045).

Some results are closer. Cinebench R15 multicore gives AMD a narrow 11.5% win (1378 versus 1220). R20 multicore is tighter at 6.5% (5744 versus 5373). PassMark multithread shows AMD ahead by only 5.7% (16091 versus 15170). Interestingly, Cinebench R20 single-core goes to AMD by 6.4%, the only single-threaded test AMD wins.

Data encryption favors AMD by 19.6% (13597 versus 10933), and 3DMark results for AMD show 4795 at 16 threads and max threads, 4077 at 8 threads, 2682 at 4 threads, 1400 at 2 threads, and 711 single-thread. These 3DMark scores have no Intel counterpart in the head-to-head set, but they illustrate how AMD's thread scaling behaves across different thread counts.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is stark. The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's foundry. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 is a Renoir part, using Zen 2 architecture on TSMC's 7 nm node. That process gap alone explains much of the efficiency and single-thread behavior.

Both chips have 6 physical cores, but threading diverges sharply. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 threads total, meaning no simultaneous multithreading. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has 12 threads, doubling its logical thread count. This explains why AMD wins multi-threaded tests despite similar core counts.

Clock speeds also tell a story. The Intel part has a 1.50 GHz base clock and a 4.80 GHz boost clock. AMD starts at 3.60 GHz base and boosts to 4.10 GHz. The higher boost on Intel drives its single-thread dominance, while AMD's higher base clock and extra threads help sustained multi-core work.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, with 6 MB of shared L3. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The larger per-core L1 and L2 on Intel likely contribute to its strong single-thread and latency-sensitive results, while AMD's larger L3 pool benefits its thread-heavy workloads.

Memory support creates a clear platform split. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus, delivering 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. AMD uses DDR4 with a dual-channel bus, rated at 51.2 GB/s. Despite the lower raw bandwidth figure, AMD's dual-channel configuration can be more practical for desktop workloads.

PCIe connectivity also differs. Intel offers Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes, while AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel part includes integrated Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, whereas the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has no integrated graphics listed. The Intel chip is a mobile segment part on BGA 1516 socket, while AMD is a desktop part on Socket AM4.

The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part does not. AMD's die measures 156 mm² with 9,800 million transistors. Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database. Both parts remain in active production, with AMD releasing on 2022-04-03 and Intel on 2026-04-15.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 350 is the choice for single-threaded responsiveness and specific math-heavy tasks. Its 58.1% lead in PassMark single thread and 50.5% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core make it clearly superior for applications that depend on one or two cores. The 45.6% advantage in floating-point math suggests scientific computing and simulation workloads will favor Intel. The 214.7% win in prime number finding indicates exceptional performance in integer-heavy, latency-bound algorithms. Physics simulation, where Intel leads by 61.6%, reinforces this pattern.

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 wins where thread count matters. Its 41.3% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore makes it the obvious pick for video rendering, 3D modeling, and other fully threaded creative workloads. Data compression, where AMD leads by 37.4%, benefits from its 12 threads. Integer math, up 32.1%, and random string sorting, up 28.1%, both show AMD's throughput advantage in data processing tasks. Extended instructions, ahead by 20.6%, signal better performance in workloads using modern instruction sets.

The mixed results in Cinebench are worth examining. AMD wins R15 multicore by 11.5% and R20 multicore by 6.5%, but Intel wins R23 single-core by only 6%. The R20 single-core result goes to AMD by 6.4%, which is unusual given Intel's dominance elsewhere in single-thread tests. This suggests the two processors respond differently to specific benchmark versions and instruction mixes.

PassMark multithread shows a modest 5.7% win for AMD, while data encryption favors AMD by 19.6%. These results indicate that AMD's advantage is not uniform across all parallel workloads, and some multithreaded scenarios are nearly even.

The Verdict

The data points to two different usage profiles. The Intel Core 7 350 is a mobile processor with integrated graphics, a 15 W TDP, and a 4.80 GHz boost clock. Its launch MSRP is $469. It excels in single-thread performance, floating-point math, physics simulation, and prime number computation. Buyers who prioritize snappy application response, scientific calculations, or light mobile use with integrated graphics should look at this part.

The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 is a desktop processor with a 65 W TDP, 12 threads, and an unlocked multiplier. Its launch MSRP is $129. It dominates multi-threaded rendering, data compression, integer math, and encryption. Users running heavily threaded workloads like video encoding, batch data processing, or 3D rendering will get meaningfully better results from the AMD chip, as demonstrated by its 41.3% lead in R23 multicore.

The average benchmark scores are close: Intel at 17779 and AMD at 17333. Both sit at the 71st percentile among all CPUs. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 5 221TE (0.5% behind), the AMD EPYC 9374F (0.5% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT (0.6% behind), and the Intel Core 5 120U (0.7% behind). The AMD part's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 3 210 (0.1% behind), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (0.3% behind), the Intel Core 7 150U (0.4% ahead), and the Intel Core i5-12450H (0.5% behind).

For a desktop user with access to AM4 motherboards and DDR4 memory, the Ryzen 5 4500 offers a clear multi-threaded advantage. For a mobile user needing integrated graphics and exceptional single-thread performance, the Core 7 350 is the data-backed choice. The two processors serve different markets, and the benchmark results reflect their intended roles.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 wins all but one single-threaded benchmark. It leads by 50.5% in Cinebench R15 single-core, 58.1% in PassMark single thread, and 6% in Cinebench R23 single-core. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 6.4%.

Q: How much faster is the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 in multi-threaded workloads?

A: In Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD chip scores 13677 against Intel's 8030, a 41.3% advantage. The lead is smaller in other tests: 11.5% in R15 multicore, 6.5% in R20 multicore, and 5.7% in PassMark multithread.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores?

A: Yes, both have 6 physical cores. However, the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 threads total, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has 12 threads through simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What memory types do these CPUs support?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X on a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 supports DDR4 on a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: Are these processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core 7 350 does not.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 350 | AMD Ryzen 5 4500 |

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

| Threads | 6 | 12 |

| Base clock | 1.50 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.10 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Renoir |

| Architecture | Not listed | Zen 2 |

| Process node | 3 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not listed | 9,800 million |

| Die size | Not listed | 156 mm² |

| L1 cache | 192 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 2.5 MB per core | 512 KB per core |

| L3 cache | 6 MB shared | 8 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4 |

| Memory bus | Single-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 6 lanes | Gen 3, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Intel Xe3 (2 Xe) | None |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-04-15 | 2022-04-03 |

| Launch MSRP | $469 | $129 |

| Unlocked multiplier | No | Yes |