AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data available for this comparison comes exclusively from the Intel Core 3 304, so the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE has no recorded scores in the database for direct head-to-head matching. The Intel Core 3 304 holds an average benchmark score of 13745, placing it in the 68th percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (average score 13786, 0.3% higher), the Intel Core i7-8750H (average score 13868, 0.9% higher), the Intel Core 5 120UL (average score 13594, 1.1% lower), and the AMD EPYC 7443 (average score 13936, 1.4% higher). This positions the Core 3 304 within a narrow band of performance, slightly behind three of its four closest competitors but ahead of the Core 5 120UL.

Looking at the Intel Core 3 304's individual benchmark results, the data shows a clear pattern. In Cinebench R23, it scores 5263 in multicore and 1765 in single-core. The single-core score is relatively strong, representing roughly 33.5% of the multicore score, which indicates that the processor scales reasonably well across threads, though its thread count is limited to 5. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 4160 and single-core is 587. The R15 results show 849 multicore and 264 single-core. These Cinebench scores, when compared to the Passmark results, provide a consistent picture of a processor that delivers moderate multi-threaded throughput.

The Passmark suite reveals more granular detail. The Core 3 304 achieves 3614 in single-thread tests, 11625 in multithread, 29722 in floating-point math, 24640 in integer math, 114775 in data compression, 8501 in data encryption, 9686 in extended instructions, 68 in prime number finding, 868 in physics, and 13659 in random string sorting. The floating-point math score is notably higher than integer math, suggesting the processor handles FP workloads efficiently. Data compression performance is strong relative to the multithread score, while prime number finding is very low, indicating that the processor's integer-heavy algorithmic workloads are not its strength.

Because the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE has no benchmark entries in the database, the head-to-head comparison cannot be quantified with recorded scores. The database shows zero wins for each processor in this matchup. This does not indicate equivalence; rather, it reflects the absence of measured data for the AMD part. The Intel part's percentile rank of 68 and average score of 13745 are the only concrete performance reference points available.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists no benchmarks for the AMD processor, so its average score is 0 and it has no nearest rivals. All measured performance data in this comparison comes from the Intel Core 3 304.

Q: What is the Intel Core 3 304's average benchmark score and percentile?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745 and sits in the 68th percentile of all CPUs tracked in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core 3 304 compare to its closest rival, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX?

A: The Threadripper PRO 3975WX has an average score of 13786, which is 0.3% higher than the Core 3 304. This is a marginal difference, within normal run-to-run variation.

Q: Which Intel processor is closest in performance to the Core 3 304?

A: The Intel Core 5 120UL has an average score of 13594, which is 1.1% lower than the Core 3 304. This is the nearest rival in the database, and the Core 3 304 edges it out.

Q: What is the strongest benchmark area for the Intel Core 3 304?

A: Data compression shows the highest relative score at 114775 in Passmark, while floating-point math at 29722 also stands out. Single-thread performance at 3614 is respectable for its class.

Q: What is the weakest benchmark area for the Intel Core 3 304?

A: Prime number finding scores just 68, which is extremely low compared to other integer workloads. This indicates poor performance on certain algorithmic tasks.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 3 304 wins all measurable categories, since the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE has no benchmark scores. The Intel part demonstrates its strengths across several workload types. In multi-threaded applications, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and Passmark multithread score of 11625 show solid throughput for a 5-thread processor. The data compression result of 114775 is particularly strong, indicating efficiency in compression workloads such as file archiving. Floating-point math at 29722 suggests capability in scientific or rendering tasks that rely on FPU throughput.

The Intel Core 3 304 also shows competence in single-threaded tasks, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 1765 and Passmark single-thread at 3614. These scores position it as a reasonable choice for lightly threaded applications where per-core performance matters. The random string sorting result of 13659 indicates decent memory access patterns for sorting workloads, though the single-channel memory bus likely limits peak throughput.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE, with no recorded benchmarks, cannot be assigned any wins. The database's win count of 0 for each processor reflects this data gap. Users seeking a definitive performance comparison must rely on the Intel part's measured results alone.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on nearly every specification field in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads. The AMD part's base clock is 2.00 GHz with a boost clock of 4.50 GHz, whereas the Intel part runs at 1.50 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost. Thermal design power differs substantially: the AMD processor is rated at 35 watts, the Intel at 15 watts.

Cache configurations are distinct. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3. Memory support also diverges: AMD supports DDR5 with dual-channel access and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only single-channel access with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part.

PCIe lanes differ as well, with AMD providing Gen 4, 10 lanes (CPU only) versus Intel's Gen 4, 6 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics units are different: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe). The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. The AMD part's release date is 2026-02-28, and the Intel part's release date is 2026-04-15. The Intel Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, using the Gorgon Point codename and belonging to the Ryzen AI 400 generation based on Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. It targets the desktop market segment and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel Core 3 304 is fabricated on a 3 nm process at Intel, using the Wildcat Lake codename and belonging to the Core 3 (Wildcat Lake) generation. It targets the mobile market segment and uses Intel BGA 1516.

The core count difference reflects a design divergence: AMD uses 6 cores with simultaneous multithreading to reach 12 threads, while Intel uses 5 cores with no hyper-threading, yielding just 5 threads. This means the AMD part can potentially process more concurrent threads, though its L3 cache is smaller at 4 MB versus Intel's 6 MB shared L3. The Intel part's larger L3 cache may benefit workloads with high cache reuse.

Process node advantages favor Intel at 3 nm versus AMD's 4 nm, which typically allows higher transistor density and lower power draw. The Intel part's 15-watt TDP is less than half of AMD's 35-watt rating, reinforcing its mobile-oriented design. The AMD part's dual-channel memory bus provides higher theoretical bandwidth (89.6 GB/s) compared to Intel's single-channel bus (59.7 GB/s), which could matter for memory-intensive tasks. Intel's support for LPDDR5X adds flexibility for low-power mobile systems, while AMD's ECC support targets stability-sensitive desktop use cases.

The Verdict

The data does not support a direct performance verdict between these two processors, because the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE has no recorded benchmarks. The Intel Core 3 304, with its average score of 13745 and 68th percentile ranking, is a measured, mid-tier performer. Its nearest rivals all fall within a 1.4% band, indicating that it sits in a tightly contested performance class.

For users comparing these parts, the Intel Core 3 304 offers a clear performance profile: strong data compression, solid floating-point math, and moderate multi-threaded throughput, all within a 15-watt power envelope. Its single-channel memory bus and limited thread count are constraints, but its 3 nm process and 6 MB L3 cache are modern attributes. The launch MSRP of $309 provides a pricing reference point.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435GE, by contrast, brings a desktop-oriented specification sheet with more cores, threads, dual-channel memory, and ECC support, but no measured performance data exists in the database. Its 35-watt TDP and AM5 socket target a different use case than Intel's mobile BGA package. Without benchmarks, any performance claim about the AMD part would be speculative.

The recorded data indicates that the Intel Core 3 304 is a competent processor for its segment, particularly in compression and floating-point tasks. The AMD part's specifications suggest it may compete on core count and memory bandwidth, but the absence of scores leaves that unverified. Users requiring measured performance should rely on the Intel part's results, while those considering the AMD part must await benchmark data.