AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 and the Intel Core 3 201TE occupy distinctly different positions in the database, and the recorded performance data reflects that separation. The AMD part, built on the Zen 5 architecture with a Krackan Point codename, posts a comprehensive set of benchmark scores that place it at the 80th percentile among all CPUs tracked in the database. The Intel Core 3 201TE, a Bartlett Lake desktop part, sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark entries of its own, meaning its competitive positioning must be inferred from its architectural specifications and the AMD chip's measured results.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins in every measured workload category where data exists. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11534 points and single-core score of 1802 points establish a baseline for productivity performance. The PassMark suite shows a multithread score of 19215, a single-thread score of 3758, and strong results in integer math (63233), floating point math (39662), and extended instructions (15721). The data compression score of 221581 and random string sorting score of 24334 indicate robust throughput in data manipulation tasks. Prime number finding scores 74, physics 1084, and data encryption 11212 round out the measured workload coverage.

The Intel Core 3 201TE, by contrast, has no benchmark scores recorded in the database. Its specifications, however, suggest a different usage profile. With 4 cores and 8 threads, a base clock of 2.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, it targets desktop workloads where single-thread responsiveness matters. Its 45 W TDP classifies it as a higher-power desktop part compared to the AMD chip's 28 W mobile-focused design. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory across a dual-channel bus, while the AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics, while the AMD chip carries Radeon 840M graphics.

The use-case split is clear from the data. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins on raw multicore throughput, single-core speed, and every recorded integer, floating point, encryption, compression, and sorting benchmark. The Intel Core 3 201TE wins on desktop integration and memory flexibility, offering DDR4 compatibility that the AMD chip lacks, plus a Gen 5 PCIe interface with 16 CPU lanes compared to the AMD chip's Gen 4 interface with the same lane count. The Intel part also carries a larger 12 MB shared L3 cache versus the AMD chip's 8 MB L3, though the AMD chip's per-core L2 cache is 1 MB versus Intel's 1.25 MB per core.

The Verdict

The database shows a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, delivers benchmark results that place it in the 80th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores. The AMD chip's average benchmark score of 27932 positions it alongside established desktop processors: the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D at 27896 (0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 6800U at 27887 (0.2% delta), and the Intel Core i9-10900K at 27872 (0.2% delta). It also edges out the Intel Core i9-12900H, which scores 28003 with a -0.3% delta.

For workloads that depend on multicore execution, the AMD chip's 12 threads and measured Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11534 indicate strong parallel processing capability. For single-thread responsiveness, its 1802 Cinebench R23 single-core score and 3758 PassMark single-thread score demonstrate competitive per-core performance. The Intel Core 3 201TE, with 4 cores and 8 threads, offers fewer parallel resources but a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz versus the AMD chip's 2.00 GHz base, which can benefit lightly threaded desktop tasks.

The verdict from the recorded data is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is the higher-performing processor across all measured benchmarks. The Intel Core 3 201TE is the desktop-oriented alternative with a lower percentile ranking and no recorded scores, making it a specification-defined option rather than a benchmark-verified one. Users who prioritize measured performance should select the AMD chip; users who require DDR4 memory support or Gen 5 PCIe connectivity on a desktop platform may consider the Intel part based on its feature set rather than its performance data.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors, and the Intel Core 3 201TE has zero recorded benchmark scores. The comparison therefore relies entirely on the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340's measured results and the Intel chip's architectural specifications.

The AMD chip's Cinebench R15 multicore score of 1743 and single-core score of 276 show strong per-thread and multi-thread performance. Its Cinebench R23 scores of 11534 multicore and 1802 single-core confirm scaling across the 6-core, 12-thread configuration. The PassMark multithread score of 19215 and single-thread score of 3758 provide additional confirmation of balanced performance. The integer math score of 63233 and floating point math score of 39662 indicate robust arithmetic throughput, while the extended instructions score of 15721 covers SIMD and specialized instruction workloads.

The data compression score of 221581 and random string sorting score of 24334 highlight efficiency in data organization tasks, which are common in database, archival, and file-processing workloads. The encryption score of 11212 reflects AES and cryptographic operation throughput. The find prime numbers score of 74 and physics score of 1084 round out the PassMark suite with integer-heavy and physics-simulation workloads respectively.

The Intel Core 3 201TE's specifications, while not benchmarked, provide context. Its 4 cores and 8 threads at a base clock of 2.90 GHz and boost of 4.60 GHz represent a higher clocked but lower core-count design. The 12 MB shared L3 cache is larger than the AMD chip's 8 MB L3, which can benefit cache-sensitive single-thread workloads. The Intel chip's 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth is lower than the AMD chip's 89.6 GB/s, suggesting a memory throughput disadvantage despite the larger cache.

The biggest wins for the AMD chip are in multicore throughput, where the 6-core, 12-thread configuration with a 4.80 GHz boost clock out-specifies the Intel part's 4-core, 8-thread layout with a 4.60 GHz boost. The AMD chip also wins on memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s) and process node (4 nm TSMC versus 10 nm Intel). The Intel chip's wins are architectural: larger shared L3 cache (12 MB versus 8 MB), higher base clock (2.90 GHz versus 2.00 GHz), DDR4 support alongside DDR5, and Gen 5 PCIe versus Gen 4.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the performance percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 ranks at the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Intel Core 3 201TE ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has 8 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 201TE have any recorded benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the Intel Core 3 201TE has zero recorded benchmark scores, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has a full set of Cinebench and PassMark results.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every architectural dimension recorded in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Krackan Point codename, fabricated on a 4 nm process by TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm process by Intel with a die size of 163 mm². The AMD chip belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation, which incorporates both Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, while the Intel chip belongs to the Core 3 generation under Bartlett Lake.

Core and thread counts differ significantly: the AMD chip provides 6 cores and 12 threads, the Intel chip provides 4 cores and 8 threads. Clock speeds show a trade-off: the Intel chip has a higher base clock of 2.90 GHz versus the AMD chip's 2.00 GHz, but the AMD chip has a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus the Intel chip's 4.60 GHz. The TDP figures reinforce the market separation: the AMD chip is rated at 28 W (mobile-oriented), while the Intel chip is rated at 45 W (desktop-oriented).

Cache hierarchies differ in structure. Both chips have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The AMD chip has 1 MB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel chip has 1.25 MB per core. The AMD chip's L3 cache is 8 MB, while the Intel chip's L3 cache is 12 MB shared. Memory support shows the Intel chip with broader compatibility: it supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the AMD chip achieves 89.6 GB/s bandwidth versus the Intel chip's 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation: the AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD chip includes Radeon 840M graphics, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD chip's part number is 100-000001600 with a release date of January 5, 2025, while the Intel chip's part number is SRPKDQ5CK with a release date of January 12, 2025, and a launch MSRP of $134. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, and both are listed as active production parts.