AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 vs Intel Core 7 253PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark record is unambiguous: the Intel Core 7 253PTE wins all 15 head-to-head tests recorded in the database, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 does not claim a single victory in the shared workloads. The margins, however, are far from uniform, ranging from a near tie in single-thread PassMark tests to a crushing 47.1% deficit for AMD in integer math.

The largest single gap appears in PassMark integer math, where Intel scores 119552 against AMD’s 63233, a delta of -47.1%. This is the widest margin in the entire comparison and indicates a fundamental throughput advantage in basic arithmetic operations. Floating-point math tells a similar story: Intel posts 67209 versus AMD’s 39662, a 41% lead. Both results are consistent with Intel’s higher core count and thread count, as these workloads scale nearly linearly with available execution resources.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel delivers 21276 versus AMD’s 11534, a 45.8% advantage. This is the second-largest margin in the dataset and reinforces the multi-threaded scaling trend. The single-core R23 result is also heavily weighted toward Intel: 3003 versus 1802, a 40% gap. That is a substantive difference in lightly-threaded rendering performance, not merely a clock-speed artifact.

The Cinebench R15 results are less dramatic but still favor Intel. Multi-core shows Intel at 2144 against AMD’s 1743, an 18.7% lead. Single-core R15 sees Intel at 302 versus 276, an 8.6% gap. These older tests compress the performance range relative to R23, but the direction remains consistent.

PassMark multi-thread scoring gives Intel 25031 versus AMD’s 19215, a 23.2% lead. Data compression follows at 275828 versus 221581, a 19.7% margin. Data encryption shows Intel at 15500 against 11212, a 27.7% gap. Extended instructions are closer: Intel at 17099 versus AMD’s 15721, an 8.1% difference. Prime number finding is nearly even, with Intel at 82 and AMD at 74, a 9.8% margin. Random string sorting favors Intel at 28227 versus 24334, a 13.8% lead. Physics simulation gives Intel 1318 against AMD’s 1084, a 17.8% advantage.

The most telling result for single-threaded performance is the PassMark single-thread test, where Intel scores 3794 and AMD scores 3758, a delta of only -0.9%. The database records this test twice under slightly different names but with identical scores. This near-parity in single-thread PassMark work stands in stark contrast to the 40% gap in Cinebench R23 single-core. The discrepancy suggests that the two benchmarks stress different aspects of the core architecture, with PassMark’s mix being less sensitive to the architectural differences between Zen 5 and Bartlett Lake.

Overall, the average benchmark score for the Intel part is 34962, placing it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD part averages 27932, at the 80th percentile. Intel’s nearest rivals include the Core i7-13800H at 34988 (a 0.1% deficit for Intel) and the Core i9-12900HX at 35003 (also 0.1% behind). AMD’s nearest rivals include the Ryzen 7 5800X3D at 27896 (0.1% behind AMD) and the Ryzen 7 6800U at 27887 (0.2% behind). Both processors sit within a narrow band of their closest competitors.

Architecture Differences

The two processors approach parallel execution from different directions. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 uses 6 cores and 12 threads, built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Krackan Point codename. It belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 253PTE uses 10 cores and 20 threads, based on the Bartlett Lake codename within the Core 7 generation. This is a desktop part, while AMD’s offering is a mobile part.

The manufacturing process differs substantially. AMD uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry. This process gap likely explains part of the power and efficiency differences, though the database does not record efficiency metrics directly. AMD’s die size is listed at 195 mm², while Intel’s die size is not recorded.

Cache hierarchies follow different designs. Both allocate 80 KB of L1 per core. AMD provides 1 MB of L2 per core, while Intel provides 2 MB per core. The L3 cache is where the divergence is largest: AMD has 8 MB total, while Intel has 33 MB shared. This 25 MB difference in L3 capacity could contribute to Intel’s advantage in workloads with large working sets, such as data compression and encryption. The larger shared L3 on Intel means more data can reside on-chip without repeated memory traffic.

Memory support also differs. AMD lists DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel lists DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses and record identical memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory support is present on both parts. PCIe connectivity differs by generation: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The newer PCIe generation on Intel allows for faster peripheral bandwidth in compatible systems.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD includes the Radeon 840M, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so no performance comparison is possible from this record. The market segments are also distinct: AMD is a mobile processor, while Intel is a desktop processor. This explains the socket difference, with AMD using Socket FP8 and Intel using Socket 1700.

The power envelope diverges sharply. AMD has a TDP of 28 watts, while Intel has a TDP of 45 watts. This 17-watt difference is meaningful for system design: the AMD part suits thin-and-light portables, while the Intel part requires desktop-class cooling. The base clocks are close, with AMD at 2.00 GHz and Intel at 1.80 GHz, but Intel’s boost clock reaches 5.40 GHz versus AMD’s 4.80 GHz. The release dates are also distinct: AMD entered production status in January 2025, while Intel’s release date is recorded as March 2026.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a decisive performance advantage for the Intel Core 7 253PTE across every shared benchmark. No workload in the comparison favors AMD. The Intel part is ahead by double digits in most tests, with particularly large margins in multi-threaded rendering, integer math, and floating-point math. The only near-even result is PassMark single-thread, where Intel leads by just 0.9%.

The Intel part also holds the higher percentile ranking: 84th versus AMD’s 80th. Its average benchmark score is 34962, which is 25.2% higher than AMD’s 27932. The Intel part sits alongside the Core i7-13800H and Core i9-12900HX in the database’s nearest-rival grouping, while AMD aligns with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and Ryzen 7 6800U. This places the two processors in different performance classes despite both being active production parts.

However, the data also shows that these are not equivalent products. The Intel part is a desktop processor with a 45-watt TDP, 10 cores, and 20 threads. The AMD part is a mobile processor with a 28-watt TDP, 6 cores, and 12 threads. The performance gap is consistent with this difference in core count and power budget. The architecture differences, particularly the 33 MB shared L3 on Intel versus 8 MB on AMD, and the 10 nm versus 4 nm process nodes, further separate their design goals.

For a system where maximum compute throughput is the priority, the benchmark record points squarely to the Intel Core 7 253PTE. For a mobile platform where the 28-watt TDP and AMD Socket FP8 are required, the Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 is the only option among these two. The data does not support a scenario where the AMD part outperforms the Intel part in any recorded metric. The choice depends entirely on the target platform and power constraints, not on raw performance.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 | Intel Core 7 253PTE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.80 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Krackan Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die size | 195 mm² | Not recorded |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 33 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-03-08 |

| Part number | 100-000001600 | SA4QK |

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 21276, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 scores 11534. Intel leads by 45.8%.

Q: Is there any benchmark where the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 wins?

A: No. The database records 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, and the Intel Core 7 253PTE wins all 15. AMD’s win count is zero.

Q: How close are the two processors in single-threaded PassMark performance?

A: They are nearly identical. Intel scores 3794 and AMD scores 3758, a difference of only 0.9% in favor of Intel.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 253PTE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 and the Intel Core 7 253PTE list ECC memory support as true.

Q: What is the L3 cache capacity difference?

A: The AMD part has 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, which is 25 MB more than AMD.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 7 253PTE?

A: The launch MSRP is $384. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 340 does not have a recorded launch MSRP in the database.