AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a comprehensive sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G across all 11 head-to-head PassMark tests, with the Intel Core 3 304 failing to claim a single win. The widest margin appears in integer math, where the AMD part scores 71,251 against 24,640 for the Intel chip, a delta of 189.2%. This indicates a substantial advantage in general arithmetic workloads that heavily influence everyday application performance.

Data compression follows a similar pattern. The Ryzen AI 5 440G delivers 292,735 points versus 114,775 for the Core 3 304, a 155.1% advantage. This is the highest absolute score in the comparison and suggests a strong showing for archive handling, file transfer operations, and database workloads. Random string sorting also favors the AMD processor by 127.7%, with scores of 31,106 and 13,659 respectively, pointing to a clear edge in sorting algorithms and text processing tasks.

Extended instruction set performance shows a 113.2% delta. The AMD chip records 20,648 points, while the Intel part manages 9,686. This gap reflects differences in SIMD and vectorized workload execution, which matters for scientific computing, media encoding, and encryption routines. Multithreaded throughput is exactly 102% higher on the AMD side, with 23,487 points versus 11,625, reinforcing the core and thread count disparity discussed later.

Floating-point math and physics workloads show more moderate but still decisive gaps. The Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 45,711 in floating-point math, 53.8% above the Intel processor's 29,722. In the physics test, the AMD part records 1,329 points versus 868, a 53.1% delta. These results indicate that even in workloads where the Intel chip's single-thread efficiency might partially compensate, the raw execution capacity of the AMD design still wins comfortably.

Data encryption shows a 59.8% advantage for the AMD processor, with 13,585 points against 8,501. Prime number finding, a test sensitive to integer throughput and branch prediction, gives the AMD chip a 32.4% lead, scoring 90 versus 68. Single-thread performance is the closest contest in the entire dataset. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G records 4,060 points, only 12.3% ahead of the Intel Core 3 304's 3,614. This narrow margin suggests that the two architectures are far more comparable when only one core is active, and it indicates that the Intel part's per-core efficiency is respectable even if its overall throughput lags.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, built on a hybrid Zen 5 and Zen 5c core arrangement. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, meaning each physical core supports two threads via SMT. The Intel Core 3 304, in contrast, uses the Wildcat Lake codename and features 5 cores with 5 threads, indicating no hyper-threading support. This core and thread discrepancy explains much of the multithreaded benchmark gap.

Manufacturing processes favor the Intel part. The Core 3 304 is built on a 3 nm node by Intel's own foundry, while the Ryzen AI 5 440G uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel die is smaller in cache terms at the L3 level, with 6 MB shared cache, while the AMD chip offers 8 MB L3. Per-core cache allocations tell a different story: the AMD part has 80 KB L1 per core and 1 MB L2 per core, whereas the Intel processor lists 192 KB L1 total and 2.5 MB L2 total. The die size for the Intel chip is not recorded, while the AMD processor measures 195 mm².

Memory architecture differs substantially. The Ryzen AI 5 440G supports DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, delivering 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core 3 304 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only on a single-channel bus, capping memory bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s. This bandwidth differential compounds the core-count advantage in memory-intensive workloads. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not.

PCIe lane availability also differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip offers Gen 4 with only 6 lanes. This affects expansion capability for discrete GPUs, NVMe storage, and other peripherals. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking, whereas the Intel processor is locked. Socket types are unrelated: the AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1516, reflecting the former's desktop orientation and the latter's mobile design intent.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Ryzen AI 5 440G carries a Radeon 840M, while the Intel Core 3 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with one Xe core. The AMD processor targets the desktop market segment, and the Intel chip is classified as mobile. Release dates are 2026-02-28 for the AMD part and 2026-04-15 for the Intel part. The Intel chip has a recorded launch MSRP of $309; the AMD chip has no recorded MSRP.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G wins in every measured category. The largest relative advantages appear in integer math (189.2%), data compression (155.1%), and random string sorting (127.7%). These are workloads that benefit from high core counts, wide execution resources, and substantial memory bandwidth. The AMD processor's dual-channel memory interface and 12 threads provide a structural advantage that the Intel part cannot overcome despite its smaller process node.

The AMD chip also leads decisively in extended instructions (113.2%) and multithreaded throughput (102%). These results indicate strong suitability for video rendering, code compilation, scientific simulations, and other parallel tasks. The physics test, often representative of gaming physics calculations, shows a 53.1% lead, suggesting better real-time simulation performance. Floating-point math and data encryption, with leads of 53.8% and 59.8% respectively, cover workloads from financial modeling to secure communications.

The Intel Core 3 304 finds its only competitive footing in single-thread performance. Its 3,614 points trail the AMD part's 4,060 by just 12.3%, which is the narrowest margin in the entire comparison. This suggests that for lightly threaded applications that depend on a single core's speed, such as older games or simple office tasks, the Intel chip can approach parity. However, even there, it does not win. The Intel processor's lower TDP of 15 watts versus 65 watts for the AMD part indicates that its primary advantage is power efficiency, though no thermal or power consumption tests are present in the recorded data to quantify that benefit.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G outperforms the Intel Core 3 304 across every recorded benchmark, with a perfect 11-0 win record. The average benchmark scores reinforce this hierarchy. The AMD processor posts an average score of 46,187, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel chip averages 13,745, sitting in the 68th percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core i9-13900HX (46,098, 0.2% behind), the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 (46,062, 0.3% behind), and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 (46,030, 0.3% behind). The Intel Core 3 304's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (13,786, 0.3% ahead), the Intel Core i7-8750H (13,868, 0.9% ahead), and the Intel Core 5 120UL (13,594, 1.1% behind).

Users prioritizing maximum compute throughput in a desktop context should choose the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G. Its 12 threads, dual-channel memory, and higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 4.30 GHz deliver superior results in every workload category measured. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for those who wish to push beyond stock settings. The Intel Core 3 304, with its 15-watt TDP and mobile BGA socket, targets a different use case: compact, power-sensitive mobile systems where the single-thread performance gap is acceptable and the lower power draw is paramount. Its single-channel memory and lack of SMT limit its ceiling, but its 3 nm process suggests efficiency that the recorded benchmarks do not directly capture.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 4,060 points in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 12.3% higher than the Intel Core 3 304's 3,614 points.

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

A: The largest gap is in PassMark integer math, where the AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G scores 71,251 versus 24,640 for the Intel Core 3 304, a delta of 189.2%.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 3 304 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

Q: How do the core and thread counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, meaning it does not support simultaneous multithreading.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, compared to 4.30 GHz for the Intel Core 3 304.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core 3 304 is locked.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 440G | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 5 |

| Threads | 12 | 5 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | Not recorded |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

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

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

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 12 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-02-28 | 2026-04-15 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001918 | SAE3K |