AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the average benchmark scores of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Core 7 360 compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an average benchmark score of 39,768, while the Intel Core 7 360 records 18,374. This places the AMD part at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, versus the 72nd percentile for the Intel chip.

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins all 15 recorded head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The Intel Core 7 360 does not win any of the 15 tests.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two chips?

A: The largest gap appears in PassMark data compression, where the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 468,017 versus 142,877 for the Intel Core 7 360, a delta of 227.6%.

Q: Are there any benchmarks where the two processors are close?

A: The closest margin is in PassMark single-thread performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 4,430 and the Intel Core 7 360 scores 4,274, a delta of only 3.6%.

Q: What are the core and thread configurations of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning it does not support simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What memory configurations do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth.

The Verdict

The data in the database separates these two processors into clearly different categories. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a desktop part with 8 cores, 16 threads, and a 120 TDP. It dominates the Intel Core 7 360 in every single benchmark recorded, with wins in all 15 head-to-head comparisons and an average score that is roughly 116% higher.

The Intel Core 7 360 is a mobile processor with 6 cores, 6 threads, and a 15 TDP. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i3-13100, Intel Core 5 330, Intel Core i3-14100, and Intel Core 3 305, all of which sit within 0.4% of its average score. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, by contrast, sits near the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, AMD Ryzen AI 7 450, and AMD Ryzen 7 7700, with deltas between -0.8% and 0.7%.

For workloads that stress multiple cores heavily, the AMD processor is the clear choice. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23,230 is 70.4% ahead of the Intel chip's 13,634. The gap in integer math is even larger: 116,709 versus 34,238, a 240.9% difference. For any task that scales across cores, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers a decisive advantage.

For single-threaded workloads, the margin narrows considerably. The Cinebench R23 single-core score is 2,080 for AMD versus 1,924 for Intel, an 8.1% lead. PassMark single-thread shows a 3.6% gap at 4,430 versus 4,274. Users running lightly threaded applications will still see an AMD advantage, but it is far less dramatic than in multi-threaded tests.

The Intel Core 7 360 is a low-power mobile part with a 15 TDP and single-channel memory. Its benchmark profile places it in a completely different performance class. The database shows the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the superior processor for essentially every metric recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins all 15 head-to-head comparisons, but the margins vary significantly across tests. Starting with the largest deltas, PassMark find prime numbers shows the AMD chip at 423 versus 120 for Intel, a 252.5% difference. PassMark integer math follows closely at 240.9%, with scores of 116,709 and 34,238.

Data compression reveals a 227.6% gap. The AMD processor scores 468,017, while the Intel chip manages 142,877. Extended instructions show a 213.2% delta, with AMD at 38,808 and Intel at 12,390. PassMark physics delivers a 236.6% difference, 4,083 versus 1,213.

The Cinebench R15 multicore test shows a 165.4% delta, with AMD at 3,647 and Intel at 1,374. PassMark multithread is 157.4% apart, 40,009 versus 15,544. Random string sorting shows a 175.2% difference, 48,526 versus 17,636. Data encryption is 98.5% apart, 22,158 versus 11,164.

Floating-point math shows a 76.7% gap, with AMD at 79,456 and Intel at 44,963. Cinebench R23 multicore is 70.4% apart, 23,230 versus 13,634. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 69.9% delta, 328 versus 193.

The smaller margins appear in the single-threaded tests. Cinebench R23 single-core shows an 8.1% lead for AMD, 2,080 versus 1,924. PassMark single-thread and PassMark singlethread both show a 3.6% delta, with AMD at 4,430 and Intel at 4,274.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: the AMD part runs at 4.70 GHz, the Intel part at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with AMD at 5.20 GHz and Intel at 4.80 GHz.

The TDP figures are in different classes entirely. The AMD processor is rated at 120, while the Intel processor is rated at 15. The socket types also differ: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses BGA 1516, indicating a soldered mobile configuration.

Cache configurations show notable differences. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 360 has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and only 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has more per-core L1 and L2, but the AMD processor has vastly more L3 cache.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD processor uses dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth and supports ECC memory. The Intel processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but uses a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth and does not support ECC.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 7 360 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Granite Ridge codename. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC and contains 8,315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. The integrated graphics are Radeon Graphics.

The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. It is built on a 3 nm process at Intel. Its integrated graphics are Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The database does not list architecture, transistor count, or die size for this part.

The cache architecture reflects the different design philosophies. The AMD part uses 96 MB of shared L3 cache, which is a defining feature of the 3D-series processors. The Intel part has 6 MB of shared L3 but larger per-core L2 at 2.5 MB per core. The L1 cache is also larger per core on Intel at 192 KB versus 80 KB.

The market segments reinforce the architectural split. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a desktop processor, while the Intel Core 7 360 is a mobile processor. The release dates also differ, with the AMD part released on 2024-11-06 and the Intel part on 2026-04-15.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins across every benchmark category in the database, but the size of the advantage varies by workload type. For heavily parallel workloads, the AMD processor is in a different league. The PassMark integer math result of 116,709 versus 34,238 and the data compression score of 468,017 versus 142,877 show that the 8-core, 16-thread configuration with 96 MB of L3 cache handles compute-heavy tasks with overwhelming margin.

For physics simulation, the AMD chip scores 4,083 versus 1,213, a 236.6% advantage. Prime number finding shows a 252.5% gap. Random string sorting is 175.2% apart. These results indicate that the AMD processor is the stronger choice for scientific computing, data processing, and any workload that benefits from high thread counts and large cache.

The Intel Core 7 360 does not win any head-to-head benchmark, but its profile is not without merit. Its single-thread scores are competitive relative to its multi-thread performance. The PassMark single-thread result of 4,274 is only 3.6% behind the AMD processor. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,924 is 8.1% behind. For a 15 TDP mobile processor, this indicates reasonable per-core efficiency.

The Intel part also has a smaller physical footprint in terms of power and platform. Its 15 TDP and BGA 1516 socket place it in ultraportable designs. Its support for LPDDR5X memory and single-channel configuration suggests a low-power mobile role. Its Gen 4 PCIe with 6 lanes is suited to lighter peripheral loads.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the appropriate choice for desktop builds where multi-core performance is paramount. The Intel Core 7 360 fits a mobile segment where the 15 TDP and compact platform matter more than raw throughput. The database shows no scenario where the Intel part outperforms the AMD part in measured benchmarks, so the AMD processor is the superior choice for any performance-sensitive application.