AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U vs Intel Core i3-4350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data includes one direct head-to-head comparison, and it is a decisive victory for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U. In the Cinebench R15 multi-core test, the AMD processor scores 658 points against 309 points for the Intel Core i3-4350. That is a delta of 112.9%, meaning the AMD part is more than twice as fast in this specific rendering workload. The result is not close; it is a complete sweep in favor of the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U.

Beyond that single shared benchmark, the two chips have separate benchmark histories, which helps contextualize their overall standing. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U shows an average benchmark score of 1041 across its tested workloads. The Intel Core i3-4350 posts a slightly higher average of 1058. The difference is small, but it is notably the Intel part achieves this average with a heavier reliance on newer Cinebench versions (R20 and R23), which are not present in the AMD’s data set.

The Intel processor’s single-core results in Cinebench R20 (182) and R23 (434) are respectable for its generation. However, the AMD part counters with a Geekbench single-core score of 790 and a multi-core score of 2567. The Intel has no Geekbench entries in the pack, so a direct comparison there is not possible. The only true apples-to-apples comparison is the R15 multi-core test, and the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U wins that by a landslide.

Both processors sit at the 29th percentile versus all CPUs in the database. That means they are in the same performance tier overall, despite the massive gap in the one shared benchmark. This indicates that the Intel’s higher average score comes from tests that favor its architecture or clock speed, not from any multi-core advantage. In a statistical sense, they are close enough that the database lists them as peers, with the Intel averaging 1058 against the AMD’s 1041. The delta between them is roughly 1.6%, a negligible margin in real-world terms, but the single benchmark we do share tells a very different story.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two is substantial, spanning generations and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is a Zen+ part, codenamed Picasso, built on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 4,940 million transistors into a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i3-4350 is a Haswell part, built on a 22 nm process at Intel, with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The AMD uses nearly 3.5 times as many transistors on a larger die, which explains its ability to handle more threads.

The core counts are the most visible difference. The AMD has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel has 2 cores and 4 threads. The AMD doubles the thread count, and that is a direct driver of its multi-core benchmark dominance. The base clocks differ significantly: the AMD runs at 2.30 GHz base but boosts to 4.00 GHz, while the Intel runs at a fixed 3.60 GHz with no boost clock listed. The Intel’s higher base clock gives it an edge in lightly threaded tasks, but the AMD’s boost capability closes that gap in practice.

Cache layouts also differ. The AMD assigns 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, plus a shared 4 MB L3. The Intel offers 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, with the same 4 MB shared L3. The AMD’s larger per-core caches and higher L2 total help feed its extra threads. Memory support differs as well: the AMD uses DDR4 in dual-channel mode, while the Intel uses DDR3 in dual-channel mode. Both support PCIe Gen 3, but the integrated graphics are from different vendors. The AMD has Radeon Vega 10, while the Intel has HD 4600. The AMD is a mobile part on Socket FP5 with a 15 TDP, whereas the Intel is a desktop part on Socket 1150 with a 54 TDP. The AMD’s power budget is less than a third of the Intel’s, which is remarkable given its performance in the multi-core test.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U wins any workload that scales with threads. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it is 112.9% ahead of the Intel. That points directly at rendering, video encoding, and any multi-threaded productivity task. The 4-core/8-thread design is simply more capable in parallel environments. The 4.00 GHz boost clock also helps in bursty single-thread tasks, as seen in its Geekbench single-core score of 790.

The Intel Core i3-4350 wins in single-threaded scenarios where its fixed 3.60 GHz clock is an asset. The recorded data shows no direct single-core head-to-head, but the Intel’s Cinebench R23 single-core score of 434 is a solid number for a dual-core part. For legacy software that relies on one or two cores, the Intel’s higher base clock can keep it competitive. It also has the advantage of being a desktop part, meaning it sits in a system with potentially better cooling and power delivery, which the 54 TDP suggests it needs. The Intel’s average benchmark score of 1058, slightly higher than the AMD’s 1041, indicates that in the overall mix of tests in the database, it holds its own or exceeds the AMD in certain applications.

The AMD wins on efficiency. A 15 TDP versus 54 TDP is a massive difference, and that makes it suitable for thin-and-light laptops. The Intel’s 54 TDP is a desktop power draw, which means it is not portable. The AMD also wins on memory technology, supporting DDR4 over the older DDR3.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is significantly faster in the shared multi-core test. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score is 658 for the AMD and 309 for the Intel, a delta of 112.9%.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-4350 have a higher clock speed?

A: Yes, the Intel has a base clock of 3.60 GHz, while the AMD has a base clock of 2.30 GHz. However, the AMD boosts to 4.00 GHz, which is higher than the Intel’s fixed clock.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core i3-4350 has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Are these processors in the same performance tier?

A: According to the database, both are at the 29th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel’s average benchmark score is 1058, while the AMD’s is 1041, so they are statistically close overall.

Q: What memory types do they support?

A: The AMD supports DDR4 memory, while the Intel supports DDR3. Both use dual-channel buses.

Q: What is the integrated graphics difference?

A: The AMD uses Radeon Vega 10, while the Intel uses Intel HD 4600.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U | Intel Core i3-4350 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 2 |

| Threads | 8 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.30 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.00 GHz | None |

| TDP | 15 W | 54 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP5 | Intel Socket 1150 |

| Architecture | Zen+ | Haswell |

| Process Node | 12 nm | 22 nm |

| Transistors | 4,940 million | 1,400 million |

| Die Size | 210 mm² | 177 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB per core | 256 KB per core |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR3 |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 10 | Intel HD 4600 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2019-04-07 | 2014-04-30 |

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U as the clear winner in multi-threaded performance. Its 112.9% lead in the Cinebench R15 multi-core test is not a small margin; it is a doubling of performance. Any user whose workload is rendering, video encoding, or compiling will see major gains with the AMD part. It also does this at a fraction of the power: 15 TDP versus 54 TDP, which makes it the obvious choice for mobile devices or any system where efficiency matters.

The Intel Core i3-4350 is the pick only for very specific use cases. Its higher base clock of 3.60 GHz can help in older software that does not use multiple threads well. Its average benchmark score of 1058, slightly above the AMD’s 1041, suggests that in the database’s mixed workload set, it can keep pace. But that advantage is not backed by any multi-core lead. The Intel also has a longer history, being released in 2014, and is a desktop part, so it is not suitable for portable systems.

For most users, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U is the stronger processor: it wins the only shared benchmark by over 100%, has more threads, more cache, and a lower power draw. The Intel is only preferable if you are locked into a Socket 1150 motherboard and need a dual-core, single-thread-oriented part. The AMD is the modern choice, the Intel is a legacy option. The verdict is clear: choose the AMD for any new build, and choose the Intel only if legacy sockets or fixed-clock single-thread performance are the only requirements.