AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G, which claims 7 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The most lopsided results come from integer-heavy workloads. In PassMark integer math, the AMD part scores 63707 against Intel's 33734, a margin of 88.9 percent. Data compression shows a similar pattern, with AMD at 253484 versus Intel's 143123, a 77.1 percent advantage. Extended instructions also favor AMD heavily, 18697 to 12045, a 55.2 percent gap. Random string sorting lands at 27407 for AMD versus 17238 for Intel, a 59 percent difference.

The multithread benchmark confirms AMD's lead in parallel throughput. The Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G records 20285, while the Core 7 350 reaches 15170, putting AMD 33.7 percent ahead. Floating point math is much closer, with AMD at 43494 and Intel at 42809, a slim 1.6 percent edge for AMD. Data encryption also goes AMD's way, 12111 versus 10933, a 10.8 percent margin.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins four tests, and its most striking victory is in prime number finding. Intel scores 107, which is 48.6 percent higher than AMD's 55. The physics benchmark also goes to Intel, 1173 versus 999, a 14.8 percent difference. Single-thread performance favors Intel as well, with 4100 against AMD's 3829, a 6.6 percent edge. Both single-thread entries in the database confirm the same result.

Looking at the aggregate data, the AMD part's average benchmark score is 40718, placing it at the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 350 averages 17779, which sits at the 71st percentile. The nearest rivals for AMD include the Intel Xeon 6357P at 40630 (0.2 percent delta), the Intel Core 5 223PE at 40585 (0.3 percent), and the Intel Core 7 253PE at 40557 (0.4 percent). The Core 7 350's closest competitors are the Intel Core 5 221TE at 17860 (-0.5 percent), the AMD EPYC 9374F at 17693 (0.5 percent), the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT at 17891 (-0.6 percent), and the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898 (-0.7 percent). The delta between the two processors in this comparison is substantial, with AMD's average score more than double that of Intel's.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G wins 7 of the 11 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 7 350 wins 4.

Q: How much faster is AMD in multithreaded workloads?

A: The AMD part scores 20285 in the PassMark multithread test, which is 33.7 percent higher than the Intel Core 7 350's 15170.

Q: Where does the Intel Core 7 350 show its biggest advantage?

A: Intel's largest win is in the prime number finding test, where it scores 107 versus AMD's 55, a 48.6 percent difference.

Q: What is the single-thread performance comparison?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 scores 4100 in the single-thread test, 6.6 percent ahead of the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G's 3829.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G has an average benchmark score of 40718, while the Intel Core 7 350 averages 17779. AMD sits at the 87th percentile of all CPUs, and Intel at the 71st.

Q: Is floating point performance close between the two?

A: Yes, the AMD part scores 43494 in floating point math, only 1.6 percent above the Intel Core 7 350's 42809.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G dominates in tasks that scale with parallel execution and high thread counts. Its 12 threads, enabled by simultaneous multithreading, give it a clear advantage in integer math, data compression, extended instruction workloads, random string sorting, and multithreaded applications. The data shows a 88.9 percent lead in integer math and a 77.1 percent lead in compression, indicating that content creation, compilation, database workloads, and general productivity suites that leverage multiple cores will run noticeably faster on the AMD part. The encryption test also favors AMD, which is relevant for security-focused tasks such as file encryption and VPN traffic processing. Floating point math is nearly a tie, so scientific computing that relies primarily on FP operations will see minimal difference.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins in specific latency-sensitive and single-thread scenarios. The prime number test, which measures branch prediction and integer iteration efficiency, shows a 48.6 percent advantage for Intel, suggesting that tightly looped sequential code runs better on the Intel architecture. The physics test, which often reflects single-thread game physics calculations, also goes to Intel by 14.8 percent. Single-thread performance is 6.6 percent higher on Intel, which matters for older applications, lightly threaded software, and tasks where per-core responsiveness is more important than aggregate throughput. The Intel part also operates at a 15 W TDP, meaning it fits into fanless or compact mobile chassis where power budgets are tight, whereas the AMD part carries a 65 W TDP and targets desktop systems with more thermal headroom.

For users who need maximum multi-core throughput and parallel processing, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G is the clear choice based on the recorded benchmark data. For those running mostly single-threaded workloads or prioritizing low power consumption, the Intel Core 7 350 shows measurable wins in those specific tests.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 also has 6 cores but only 6 threads, meaning Intel does not support simultaneous multithreading. Base clocks differ as well: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks reverse the order, with Intel reaching 4.80 GHz and AMD topping out at 4.50 GHz.

Thermal design power is a significant differentiator. AMD lists a TDP of 65 W, while Intel comes in at just 15 W. The socket platforms are incompatible: AMD uses the AM5 socket, while Intel uses BGA 1516, which is a soldered mobile package. Memory support also diverges. AMD supports DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, along with ECC memory support. Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but only through a single-channel memory bus, yielding 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth, and it lacks ECC support.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. AMD provides Gen 4 with 10 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics are different too: AMD uses the Radeon 840M, while Intel uses the Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The cache hierarchy shows a notable split. AMD has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3. Intel has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $469. Production status is active for both, with release dates of March 2026 for AMD and April 2026 for Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation, codenamed Gorgon Point, and uses a hybrid Zen 5 / Zen 5c core design. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 350 belongs to the Core 5 generation, codenamed Wildcat Lake, and uses a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The process node difference gives Intel a density advantage, but the AMD part compensates with simultaneous multithreading and a higher base clock.

The core architecture reflects different design philosophies. AMD's Zen 5 / Zen 5c combination pairs full-performance cores with high-density cores, allowing the processor to balance throughput and efficiency within a single package. Intel's Wildcat Lake design appears to focus on single-thread efficiency and low power, as evidenced by its 15 W TDP and higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The L3 cache allocation also differs: AMD provides a smaller 4 MB shared L3, while Intel offers 6 MB of shared L3, which may help Intel in cache-sensitive single-threaded workloads.

The memory controller architecture separates the two as well. AMD uses a dual-channel DDR5 interface with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth and ECC support, which is a prosumer and workstation feature. Intel uses a single-channel interface with 59.7 GB/s, but it adds LPDDR5X support, which is common in mobile platforms where lower power memory is preferred. The PCIe lane counts also reflect their target segments: AMD provides 10 lanes for desktop expansion, while Intel provides 6 lanes for the more constrained mobile platform.

The integrated graphics units differ not only in name but also in capability. AMD uses the Radeon 840M, which is part of its RDNA-based integrated graphics lineup. Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, which is its latest generation of integrated graphics. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either part. The combination of process node, core architecture, memory support, and power envelope positions AMD as a desktop-focused processor with strong parallel throughput and ECC capability, while Intel is a low-power mobile processor with higher single-thread clocks and a smaller physical footprint via BGA packaging.