AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Intel Core 7 350 are processors from different market segments, and the benchmark data reflects a decisive performance gap. The Ryzen 7 9700X, a desktop part, dominates the Core 7 350, a mobile-focused chip, across every single recorded benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. The data shows a win count of 15 for the AMD processor and 0 for the Intel part, indicating a complete sweep in favor of the Ryzen 7 9700X.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most significant performance differential appears in integer math workloads. The Ryzen 7 9700X scores 120,142 in the PassMark integer math test, which is 256.1% ahead of the Core 7 350's score of 33,734. This is the largest percentage gap in the entire comparison dataset. Data compression results also show a massive divide, with the AMD part scoring 437,140 compared to 143,123 for the Intel processor, a lead of 205.4%. These substantial margins indicate that the Ryzen 7 9700X has a fundamental advantage in raw computational throughput.

Multi-core rendering performance shows a similar pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ryzen 7 9700X delivers 20,485 points against 8,030 points for the Intel Core 7 350, a difference of 155.1%. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test reinforces this, with the AMD chip scoring 3,178 versus 1,220 for the Intel part, a 160.5% advantage. The extended instructions test also shows a large gap, with the AMD processor hitting 35,318 compared to 12,045, a 193.2% difference.

Random string sorting is another area of clear dominance. The Ryzen 7 9700X scores 46,782, which is 171.4% higher than the Core 7 350's 17,238. The multithread benchmark shows a 145% lead for the AMD part, with scores of 37,161 and 15,170 respectively. The physics test shows a 91% advantage for the Ryzen 7 9700X, scoring 2,241 versus 1,173.

The single-thread results are closer but still favor the AMD processor consistently. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Ryzen 7 9700X scores 2,211 against 2,046 for the Intel Core 7 350, an 8.1% lead. The PassMark single-thread test shows a 13.5% advantage, with scores of 4,654 and 4,100. Cinebench R15 single-core shows an 18.5% gap, with the AMD chip scoring 346 versus 292.

The remaining benchmarks continue the pattern. Floating point math shows an 84.5% lead for the Ryzen 7 9700X, scoring 78,999 versus 42,809. Find prime numbers shows a 79.4% advantage, with the AMD processor scoring 192 against 107. Data encryption results show a 99.5% lead, with scores of 21,815 and 10,933 respectively.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows that the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X wins in every recorded workload category. The largest margins appear in integer math, data compression, extended instructions, and multi-core rendering, where the percentage advantages range from 145% to 256.1%. These results indicate that the Ryzen 7 9700X is particularly suited for workloads that rely on heavy parallel processing and complex instruction execution.

The smallest gap appears in single-thread performance. The Ryzen 7 9700X leads by 8.1% in Cinebench R23 single-core and by 13.5% in the PassMark single-thread test. While still a clear victory, this narrower margin suggests that the Intel Core 7 350 has more competitive per-core performance relative to its overall output. Still, the AMD part maintains the lead in every single-thread test recorded.

The Intel Core 7 350 has no benchmark wins in this comparison. Its best relative performance appears in the Cinebench R23 single-core test, where it trails by only 8.1%. This close result does not translate into any category victory, as the AMD processor also leads in the other single-thread tests by larger margins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Granite Ridge codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on a 3 nm process at Intel. Despite the smaller process node for the Intel part, the performance data does not show an advantage from this manufacturing difference.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The Ryzen 7 9700X has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD processor also has a higher base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, compared to 1.50 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost for the Intel part. The thermal design power reflects their different segments, with the AMD desktop part rated at 65 TDP and the Intel mobile part rated at 15 TDP.

Cache configurations also diverge. The Ryzen 7 9700X has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 350 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, but only 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger shared L3 on the AMD part likely contributes to its strong performance in multi-threaded workloads.

Memory support shows a clear split. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory support. The Intel part supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC support. PCIe capabilities also differ, with the Ryzen 7 9700X offering Gen 5 with 24 lanes, while the Core 7 350 offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD processor includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel part includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD processor, while the Intel part has a locked multiplier. The market segments are distinct, with the Ryzen 7 9700X classified as Desktop and the Core 7 350 as Mobile.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a single conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X outperforms the Intel Core 7 350 in every recorded test. The average benchmark score for the AMD processor is 37,943, placing it at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 350 has an average benchmark score of 17,779, placing it at the 71st percentile. The performance gap is consistent across single-thread, multi-thread, and specialized instruction workloads.

The nearest rivals for each processor provide context. The Ryzen 7 9700X sits close to the Intel Core i9-14901E, which has an average score of 37,911, a delta of 0.1%. The Intel Core 7 350 sits near the Intel Core 5 221TE, which has an average score of 17,860, a delta of -0.5%. These comparisons show that each processor is competitive within its own performance tier, but the tiers themselves are far apart.

The release dates show the AMD processor came out on 2024-08-07, while the Intel part has a release date of 2026-04-15. The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is $359, and the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 7 350 is $469. The market positioning is clear: the Ryzen 7 9700X is a desktop processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core 7 350 is a mobile processor with 6 cores and 6 threads.

For users seeking maximum multi-threaded performance, the Ryzen 7 9700X is the only choice based on this data. Its 155.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 145% lead in PassMark multithread illustrate a decisive advantage. For single-thread tasks, the AMD processor still leads, though by a smaller margin of 8.1% to 13.5% depending on the test.

The Intel Core 7 350 does not present a competitive case in any recorded benchmark. Its lower power envelope of 15 TDP and mobile form factor may suit specific portable applications, but the performance data shows no category where it surpasses the AMD part. The recorded measurements offer no scenario where the Intel processor wins a head-to-head comparison.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the performance difference in multi-core rendering?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X scores 20,485, which is 155.1% higher than the Intel Core 7 350's score of 8,030.

Q: How do the single-thread scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leads in all single-thread tests. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 2,211 versus 2,046 for the Intel Core 7 350, a lead of 8.1%. In the PassMark single-thread test, it scores 4,654 versus 4,100, a lead of 13.5%.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X supports DDR5 memory. The Intel Core 7 350 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, compared to the Intel Core 7 350's boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has an average benchmark score of 37,943, placing it at the 86th percentile. The Intel Core 7 350 has an average benchmark score of 17,779, placing it at the 71st percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The base clock is 3.80 GHz for the AMD part and 1.50 GHz for the Intel part. The boost clock is 5.50 GHz for the AMD part and 4.80 GHz for the Intel part. The thermal design power is 65 for the AMD processor and 15 for the Intel processor.

The sockets are incompatible: the AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516. The process nodes differ, with the AMD part at 4 nm from TSMC and the Intel part at 3 nm from Intel. The cache hierarchy shows the AMD processor with 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB L3 shared. The Intel processor has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 6 MB L3 shared.

Memory support differs in type and bandwidth. The AMD processor supports DDR5 over dual-channel with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. The Intel processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over single-channel with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC. PCIe capabilities show the AMD part with Gen 5 and 24 lanes, while the Intel part has Gen 4 and 6 lanes. The integrated graphics are Radeon Graphics for the AMD part and Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores for the Intel part. The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD processor and locked on the Intel processor. The market segment is Desktop for the AMD part and Mobile for the Intel part.