AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains no direct head-to-head comparison runs between the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE and the Intel Core 7 360. The recorded data for the Intel part, however, provides a full picture of its measured performance across Cinebench and Passmark workloads. The AMD processor currently has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, which limits direct numerical comparison.

The Intel Core 7 360 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13,634 and a single-core score of 1,924. In Cinebench R20, it records 5,726 multi-core and 808 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 run shows 1,374 multi-core and 193 single-core. These scores place the chip at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18,374.

Passmark results for the Intel part show a multi-thread score of 15,544 and a single-thread score of 4,274. Integer math reaches 34,238, while floating-point math posts 44,963. Data compression scores 142,877, and data encryption reaches 11,164. Extended instruction performance is 12,390, with prime number finding at 120. Physics simulation scores 1,213, and random string sorting reaches 17,636.

Because the AMD side has no recorded benchmarks, the head-to-head benchmark section cannot report wins for either processor. The database shows zero wins for both parts in direct comparison fields. The only measurable performance data belongs to the Intel Core 7 360, which sits near comparable Intel desktop parts in the nearest rival list. The Core i3-13100 averages 18,380, a 0% delta. The Core 5 330 averages 18,345, a 0.2% delta. The Core i3-14100 averages 18,318, a 0.3% delta. The Core 3 305 averages 18,302, a 0.4% delta. The Core 7 360 effectively matches these chips within a fraction of a percent.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do the thread counts differ?

A: The AMD chip provides 12 threads from 6 cores, while the Intel chip provides 6 threads from 6 cores. The AMD part supports simultaneous multithreading; the Intel part does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 7 360 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: Which chip has the higher average benchmark score?

A: Only the Intel Core 7 360 has a recorded average benchmark score of 18,374. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE has no recorded average score in the database.

Q: Are the integrated graphics different?

A: Yes. The AMD chip uses the Radeon 840M integrated graphics, while the Intel chip uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Q: What is the production status of both processors?

A: Both are listed as Active in the database. The AMD part released on March 1, 2026, and the Intel part released on April 15, 2026.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports only one clear verdict for benchmark performance: the Intel Core 7 360 has measurable scores, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE currently has none. Users who need verified performance numbers from the database should select the Intel part based on its 72nd percentile standing and its near-identical average score to established Intel desktop parts like the Core i3-13100 and Core i3-14100.

The AMD processor offers a higher core count with 12 threads, a higher base clock of 2.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz, and a larger memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory and uses a dual-channel memory bus. The Intel part counters with a higher boost clock, a smaller process node, a larger shared L3 cache, and a higher single-core Passmark score of 4,274. The Intel chip is also the only one with a launch MSRP of $426, stated once here for reference.

For users running threaded workloads, the AMD part's 12 threads and dual-channel memory suggest an advantage on paper, but no benchmark data confirms it. For users who rely on database-recorded scores, the Intel part is the only option with verified results. The nearest rival data further supports the Intel chip: it matches the Core i3-13100 within 0% and trails the Core 5 330 by only 0.2%. These are tight margins among comparable desktop processors.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE uses a 2.00 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost clock. The Intel Core 7 360 uses a 1.50 GHz base clock and a 4.80 GHz boost clock. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has 6 cores and 6 threads. TDP differs significantly: the AMD chip is rated at 35 watts, the Intel chip at 15 watts.

The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516. The AMD part is a desktop market segment product; the Intel part is a mobile market segment product. The AMD chip supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part.

PCIe configuration also differs. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 10 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are the Radeon 840M on the AMD side and Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores on the Intel side. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $426. The AMD part has no launch MSRP listed. Release dates differ as well: the AMD chip launched March 1, 2026, and the Intel chip launched April 15, 2026.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE is built on Gorgon Point, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation using Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Its cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3 cache. The part number is 100-000001781.

The Intel Core 7 360 uses Wildcat Lake, part of the Core 5 generation. It is fabricated on a 3 nm process at Intel. Its cache layout includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The part number is SAE3E.

The process node difference is notable: 4 nm for AMD versus 3 nm for Intel. The L1 cache per core is more than double on the Intel side, and the L2 cache per core is 2.5 times larger. The L3 cache is also larger on the Intel chip at 6 MB shared versus 4 MB on the AMD chip. The AMD chip compensates with simultaneous multithreading, doubling its thread count from 6 to 12, while the Intel chip runs only one thread per core.

Memory architecture diverges as well. The AMD chip uses dual-channel DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth and ECC support. The Intel chip uses single-channel DDR5 or LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth and no ECC support. The AMD chip also provides more PCIe lanes at 10 Gen 4 lanes versus 6 Gen 4 lanes on the Intel chip.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in every category where recorded benchmark data exists. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13,634 and single-core score of 1,924 are the only verified multi-thread and single-thread numbers in the database for these two processors. Passmark results confirm this across the board: multi-thread at 15,544, single-thread at 4,274, integer math at 34,238, floating-point math at 44,963, and data compression at 142,877.

The Intel chip also wins on physical attributes that affect performance envelopes. Its 15-watt TDP is less than half the AMD chip's 35-watt TDP, which matters for sustained operation in constrained chassis. Its 3 nm process node is one generation ahead of the AMD chip's 4 nm node. Its larger L1, L2, and L3 caches provide more on-die storage for working sets. Its higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz gives it a clock-speed advantage in lightly threaded tasks.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE wins on specifications that favor multi-threaded throughput, though without benchmark confirmation. Its 12 threads double the Intel part's 6 threads. Its dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth is roughly 50% higher than the Intel chip's 59.7 GB/s. Its ECC memory support matters for data-integrity-focused workloads. Its 10 PCIe Gen 4 lanes exceed the Intel chip's 6 lanes, which supports more connected devices. Its 2.00 GHz base clock is higher than the Intel chip's 1.50 GHz, which can help in sustained all-core loads if thermals allow.

The AMD chip also wins on socket flexibility. AMD Socket AM5 is a desktop platform, while Intel BGA 1516 is a soldered mobile package. The desktop platform allows for board-level upgrades and customization, while the mobile package is fixed. The AMD part is classified as a desktop product, while the Intel part is classified as mobile.

For users prioritizing verified performance data, the Intel Core 7 360 is the only choice with recorded scores. For users prioritizing thread count, memory bandwidth, ECC support, and desktop socket compatibility, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435GE presents the stronger specification sheet. The database cannot confirm the AMD chip's real-world performance because no benchmark scores are recorded for it. The decision rests on whether the user trusts unverified specifications or measured results.