AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 vs Intel Core 3 201E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall result: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 wins 10 of the 11 shared benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 3 201E takes a single victory. The average benchmark score for the AMD part is 37,762, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part averages 19,056 and sits in the 73rd percentile. That gap in average score is substantial, and it repeats across most individual workloads.

The largest margin comes in extended instructions, where the AMD processor scores 16,724 against the Intel chip's 11,035, a 51.6% advantage. This indicates a strong lead in workloads that use specialized instruction sets. Data compression shows a similar pattern: AMD scores 232,803 versus Intel's 164,160, a 41.8% delta. Random string sorting follows at 40.2% ahead, with AMD at 24,936 and Intel at 17,783. Integer math also favors AMD heavily, 60,879 to 43,894, a 38.7% difference.

The multithread benchmark confirms the trend. AMD records 19,091, which is 28.7% higher than Intel's 14,839. Floating point math shows AMD at 41,114 versus 33,260, a 23.6% lead. Data encryption favors AMD by 26.2%, with scores of 11,267 and 8,931 respectively. The single-thread results are closer but still favor AMD: 3,757 versus 3,482, a 7.9% edge. This narrower margin suggests that in lightly threaded tasks, the two processors are more comparable, though AMD still holds the advantage in the recorded data.

The find prime numbers test is a perfect tie at 57 for both processors. In the database, this is recorded as a win for AMD because the delta is 0%, but it is effectively a dead heat. The only benchmark where Intel wins outright is physics, where Intel scores 1,141 against AMD's 995, a 12.8% advantage in Intel's favor.

Looking at the nearest rivals for each part provides additional context. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 sits within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, the Intel Core 5 211E, and the Intel Core i5-13600K in average score. The Intel Core 3 201E, by contrast, matches the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS exactly at 0% delta, and is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i5-12400F and the Intel Core i5-1335U. This confirms that the AMD part is competing in a higher performance tier overall, while the Intel chip aligns with a lower-tier group.

The Verdict

The benchmark data makes the choice straightforward for most users. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 delivers higher scores in nearly every measured category, with margins ranging from 7.9% in single-thread work to 51.6% in extended instructions. Its average benchmark score of 37,762 is roughly double the Intel Core 3 201E's 19,056 average. For any workload that relies on compression, encryption, math throughput, or multithreaded execution, the AMD processor is the stronger pick.

The Intel Core 3 201E has one clear advantage in the physics benchmark, scoring 1,141 versus AMD's 995. That 12.8% lead is real but isolated. It does not compensate for the 28.7% deficit in multithread or the 41.8% deficit in data compression. Users whose primary application is physics simulation might notice the Intel advantage, but the broader dataset points firmly toward AMD.

The percentile rankings reinforce this. AMD sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel sits at the 73rd. The nearest rival data shows AMD's average score is within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, a much higher-tier processor. Intel's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS and Intel Core i5-12400F, both of which are lower-tier parts. The hierarchy in the database is clear: the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 belongs to a higher performance class, and the Intel Core 3 201E belongs to a lower one.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 wins in all compute-heavy categories except physics. Data compression, encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, multithread, random string sorting, and single-thread all go to AMD. The margins are largest in extended instructions (51.6%), data compression (41.8%), and random string sorting (40.2%). These are workloads that benefit from higher core counts, wider execution resources, and efficient instruction handling. The AMD part's 6 cores and 12 threads provide a structural advantage over Intel's 4 cores and 8 threads in parallel tasks.

The Intel Core 3 201E wins in physics with a 12.8% margin. Physics simulations often scale with clock speed and per-core efficiency in specific ways, and the Intel chip's 4.80 GHz boost clock is higher than AMD's 4.50 GHz boost clock. The base clock also favors Intel: 3.60 GHz versus 2.00 GHz. That clock advantage may explain the physics result, as physics workloads can be sensitive to raw frequency in certain phases. Still, this is the only benchmark where Intel leads, and it is a narrow lead compared to AMD's margins elsewhere.

The find prime numbers test is a tie at 57 for both. Neither processor gains an advantage in that specific workload. For users who care about that metric, the two parts are interchangeable.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has an average benchmark score of 37,762, while the Intel Core 3 201E has an average of 19,056. AMD's score is nearly double Intel's.

Q: How large is the single-thread performance gap?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 scores 3,757 in the single-thread benchmark, while the Intel Core 3 201E scores 3,482. That is a 7.9% advantage for AMD.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Core 3 201E beat the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E wins the physics benchmark with a score of 1,141 against AMD's 995, a 12.8% margin.

Q: What is the largest performance difference between the two?

A: The largest difference is in the extended instructions benchmark, where AMD scores 16,724 versus Intel's 11,035, a 51.6% advantage for AMD.

Q: Are there any benchmarks where the two processors tie?

A: Yes, the find prime numbers benchmark shows a tie at 57 for both processors.

Q: How do the two processors compare to their nearest rivals?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 is within 0.4% of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Intel Core 5 211E, and Intel Core i5-13600K. The Intel Core 3 201E matches the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS exactly and is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i5-12400F and Intel Core i5-1335U.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design schools. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 3 201E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, and belongs to the Core 3 generation.

Core counts differ structurally. AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel has 4 cores and 8 threads. That gives AMD a 50% core advantage and a 50% thread advantage. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core for both. L2 cache differs: AMD has 1 MB per core, while Intel has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is the more significant difference. AMD has 4 MB of L3, while Intel has 12 MB shared L3. Intel's larger L3 may help in cache-sensitive workloads, but the benchmark data shows AMD still wins most tests.

Memory support also diverges. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but AMD's memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s versus Intel's 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Intel's PCIe version and lane count are higher, which could matter for expansion, though the benchmark data does not directly reflect this.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses the UHD Graphics 730. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either part, so no direct comparison is possible. The die size is only recorded for Intel at 163 mm²; AMD's die size is not listed. The market segments differ: AMD is a mobile part, while Intel is a desktop part. AMD uses the AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses the Intel Socket 1700, so they are not socket-compatible.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show several clear differences. Clock speeds are one of the most notable. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel Core 3 201E has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Intel has the higher clocks in both categories.

Thermal design power differs substantially. AMD is rated at 28 W TDP, while Intel is rated at 60 W TDP. This indicates AMD is designed for lower power envelopes, consistent with its mobile market segment, while Intel targets a desktop segment with a higher power budget.

Process nodes also differ. AMD uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry. This process advantage likely contributes to AMD's higher performance despite lower power draw.

Cache configuration differs in L2 and L3. AMD has 1 MB L2 per core and 4 MB L3 total. Intel has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 12 MB L3 shared. Intel's larger L3 is a notable specification advantage, even though the benchmark results do not show it translating into wins outside of physics.

Memory bandwidth favors AMD at 89.6 GB/s versus Intel's 76.8 GB/s. Both support dual-channel memory, but AMD supports LPDDR5X in addition to DDR5, while Intel supports DDR4 in addition to DDR5. ECC support is present on both. PCIe generation favors Intel with Gen 5 and 16 lanes, while AMD uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

The release dates differ. The Intel Core 3 201E has a release date of January 2025, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 has a release date of January 2026. Both are marked as active in production. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $134, recorded once here. The AMD part has no launch MSRP listed.

The part numbers are distinct: AMD's is 100-000001788, and Intel's is SRVTR. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel die size is 163 mm², while AMD's is not listed. The integrated graphics differ, with AMD using Radeon 840M and Intel using UHD Graphics 730, though no graphics benchmarks are present in the data for either.