AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 vs Intel Core 5 320 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clear split between the two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 wins 4 of the 15 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 320 takes 11. The largest single margin belongs to the AMD side: in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Ryzen AI 5 430 scores 8130 against 6197 for the Intel part, a 31.2% advantage. That is the biggest win for either chip in the entire comparison set. Cinebench R15 multi-core follows the same pattern, with AMD at 1195 versus 1054, a 13.4% lead.

The Intel Core 5 320 answers with a series of strong single-thread and math-oriented results. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 1926 against 1797, a 6.7% edge. Cinebench R15 single-core is closer, 276 versus 269, a 2.5% margin. PassMark single-thread shows 4045 for Intel against 3683 for AMD, an 8.9% gap. The same delta appears in the duplicate PassMark single-thread entry.

The most lopsided Intel victories come in specialized workloads. PassMark find prime numbers shows Intel at 110 versus 44, a 60% deficit for AMD. PassMark floating point math favors Intel heavily, 42440 versus 27193, a 35.9% gap. PassMark physics delivers 1221 for Intel against 726 for AMD, a 40.5% difference. PassMark data encryption also goes to Intel, 10984 versus 7591, a 30.9% margin.

AMD holds its ground in integer-heavy tasks. PassMark integer math goes to AMD, 39637 versus 32323, a 22.6% lead. PassMark data compression is closer, 158912 versus 148779, a 6.8% edge for AMD. Those two wins, plus the two Cinebench multi-core results, represent the entirety of the AMD advantage.

The remaining Intel wins are moderate. PassMark extended instructions favors Intel by 13.6%, 13262 versus 11455. PassMark multithread goes to Intel, 15450 versus 13320, a 13.8% margin despite AMD's multi-core wins in Cinebench. PassMark random string sorting is a 7.8% Intel lead, 18038 versus 16623.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark distribution points to distinct strengths. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 dominates in rendering-style multi-core workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 8130 sits 31.2% above the Intel Core 5 320, and its R15 multi-core result is 13.4% higher. These are the classic all-core sustained load tests, and the AMD chip leads there decisively. The PassMark integer math result, 22.6% ahead, reinforces a pattern of strong general-purpose integer throughput. Data compression also falls to AMD, with a 6.8% advantage, indicating solid performance in file-oriented tasks that depend on integer execution.

The Intel Core 5 320 wins the majority of comparisons, but its strengths are concentrated differently. Single-core performance is consistently better: PassMark single-thread at 8.9% ahead, Cinebench R23 single-core at 6.7% ahead, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 2.5% ahead. The Intel chip also leads in floating point and encryption workloads. PassMark floating point math shows a 35.9% advantage, and data encryption is 30.9% better. The physics simulation test, which often depends on floating point throughput, goes to Intel by 40.5%. Prime number finding, another compute-heavy workload, is 60% better on Intel. PassMark multithread, which mixes several workloads, favors Intel by 13.8% even though the Cinebench multi-core tests favor AMD. Extended instructions, likely reflecting SIMD or specialized instruction usage, go to Intel by 13.6%. Random string sorting, a memory and pointer-chasing workload, gives Intel a 7.8% edge.

The database also places each chip in context. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has a 73rd percentile ranking against all CPUs and an average benchmark score of 19617. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 5500 at 19593, a 0.1% difference, and the Intel Core i5-12500 at 19668, a 0.3% gap. The Intel Core 5 320 sits at the 72nd percentile with an average score of 18023. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 at 17994, a 0.2% difference, and the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898, a 0.7% margin. The average score gap between the two reviewed chips is 1594 points in favor of AMD.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 is built on a 4 nm TSMC process with the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI 400 generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, using simultaneous multithreading to double thread count. The Intel Core 5 320 uses a 3 nm Intel process with the Wildcat Lake codename, part of the Core 5 generation. It has 6 physical cores and 6 threads, meaning no multithreading on those cores. Despite having two more cores, the Intel chip offers fewer threads than AMD.

Cache configurations differ substantially. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3. Intel lists 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel L3 is larger at 6 MB, but the AMD cache layout is per-core for L1 and L2. Clock behavior also differs. AMD has a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost. Intel has a lower 1.50 GHz base but a higher 4.60 GHz boost.

Memory architecture is a major split. AMD supports dual-channel memory with a bandwidth figure of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Both accept DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but the channel configuration gives AMD a large theoretical bandwidth advantage. AMD also supports ECC memory; Intel does not.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. Intel offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU. Power ratings are also different: AMD is rated at 28 W TDP, Intel at 15 W TDP. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel BGA 1516. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Release timing differs. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has a release date in January 2026, while the Intel Core 5 320 arrives in April 2026. The AMD part number is 100-000001787; the Intel part number is SAE3H. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $340; no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD chip.

The Verdict

The data supports different choices depending on workload priority. For multi-core rendering and integer-heavy tasks, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 is the stronger option. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 31.2% higher, and its integer math result is 22.6% higher. The dual-channel memory configuration, with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth versus 59.7 GB/s for Intel, likely contributes to these results. The AMD chip also ranks slightly higher in the overall percentile, 73 versus 72, and has a higher average benchmark score, 19617 versus 18023.

For single-thread speed, floating point math, encryption, and physics simulation, the Intel Core 5 320 is clearly ahead. It wins 11 of 15 comparisons, including a 60% lead in prime number finding and a 40.5% lead in physics. Its higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz versus 4.50 GHz aligns with its single-core victories. The Intel chip also does this at a lower 15 W TDP compared to 28 W for AMD, an important factor for mobile chassis design.

The choice hinges on the workload mix. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 suits sustained multi-core rendering and integer processing, backed by dual-channel memory and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 320 suits single-thread responsiveness, floating point math, and encryption, with a larger L3 cache of 6 MB and a smaller power envelope. The two chips occupy adjacent percentile ranks, 73rd and 72nd, so the database places them at similar overall levels. The decisive factor is which benchmark category matters more for a given use case.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 scores 8130 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 31.2% higher than the Intel Core 5 320 at 6197.

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core 5 320 in single-thread PassMark?

A: Intel scores 4045 in PassMark single-thread, which is 8.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 at 3683.

Q: What memory configurations do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 uses dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 320 uses single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 320 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 320 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 has 4 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 is rated at 28 W TDP. The Intel Core 5 320 is rated at 15 W TDP.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 430 | Intel Core 5 320 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (Intel) |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $340 |

| Part Number | 100-000001787 | SAE3H |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |