AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and Intel Core 3 304 are fundamentally different processors aimed at different segments. The AMD part is a desktop chip on Socket AM5 with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part is a mobile chip on BGA 1516 with 5 cores and 5 threads. The recorded data shows a clear performance gap favoring the AMD processor in multi-threaded workloads, but the Intel chip holds its own in single-threaded tasks and operates at a much lower TDP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most significant differentiator in the database is thread count. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE offers 12 threads across 6 cores, while the Intel Core 3 304 offers only 5 threads across 5 cores. This structural advantage directly explains the multi-core benchmark results.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD processor is not directly scored in the provided records, but the Intel Core 3 304 scores 849 points. For single-core in the same test, the Intel part records 264 points. In Cinebench R20, the Intel chip scores 4160 multicore and 587 single-core. In Cinebench R23, the Intel Core 3 304 achieves 5263 multicore and 1765 single-core. These are the only Cinebench scores recorded for either part in this comparison.

The Passmark suite provides a more granular view. The Intel Core 3 304 records a multithread score of 11625. Its single-thread score is 3614. The AMD processor's Passmark scores are not present in the database for this comparison, so the analysis must rely on the structural specifications and the Intel part's percentile ranking.

The Intel Core 3 304 holds a 68th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database. Its average benchmark score is 13745. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX with an average score of 13786, which is 0.3% higher. The Intel Core i7-8750H scores 13868, which is 0.9% higher. The Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594, which is 1.1% lower. The AMD EPYC 7443 scores 13936, which is 1.4% higher. These deltas show the Intel Core 3 304 sits in a tight cluster of processors, all within a 1.4% performance band of each other. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no benchmark scores or rival data recorded, and its average benchmark score is 0, with a 50th percentile ranking.

The data confirms the AMD part's advantage comes from its 12 threads versus 5. Multi-threaded workloads that scale with thread count will favor the AMD processor by a wide margin. The Intel part's 5 threads limit its parallel performance, and its recorded Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 reflects that constraint. The AMD processor, with more than double the thread count and a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 4.30 GHz, should deliver substantially higher multi-core throughput, though no direct score is recorded to quantify it.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE wins in multi-threaded scenarios. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with a 4.80 GHz boost clock and an 8 MB L3 cache, make it the stronger choice for parallel workloads such as rendering, compiling, and data processing. The Intel Core 3 304 cannot match this thread count, and its L3 cache is smaller at 6 MB shared. The AMD part also supports dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel part is single-channel with 59.7 GB/s. Memory bandwidth is a critical factor for many multi-threaded applications, and the AMD part has a 29.9 GB/s advantage.

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in power efficiency and mobile suitability. Its TDP is 15 watts, compared to 35 watts for the AMD part. This is a 20-watt difference. The Intel chip is designed for the mobile segment with a BGA 1516 socket, while the AMD part is a desktop processor on Socket AM5. The Intel part also supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, giving it flexibility in low-power mobile designs that the AMD desktop part lacks with its DDR5-only support.

The Intel part's single-thread performance is competitive. Its recorded single-thread Passmark score of 3614 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1765 show solid per-thread capability. The AMD part's boost clock is 0.50 GHz higher, which suggests it should match or exceed the Intel part in single-threaded tasks, but no direct single-thread score is recorded for the AMD chip to confirm this. The Intel part's 68th percentile ranking and its tight cluster of rivals, all within 1.4%, indicate it is a well-balanced processor for its class.

The AMD part also wins on ECC memory support. It supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not. This makes the AMD processor suitable for error-sensitive workloads where data integrity is critical. The AMD part also offers more PCIe lanes, 12 versus 6, for CPU-connected devices.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has 12 threads across 6 cores. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 threads across 5 cores. The AMD part has 7 more threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts. The Intel part uses 20 watts less.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 304 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 304 has single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the Intel Core 3 304's average benchmark score and percentile?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745 and sits in the 68th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: What socket does each processor use?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel Core 3 304 uses Intel BGA 1516.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads. The AMD base clock is 2.00 GHz, while the Intel base clock is 1.50 GHz. The AMD boost clock is 4.80 GHz, while the Intel boost clock is 4.30 GHz. The AMD TDP is 35 watts, the Intel TDP is 15 watts.

The cache hierarchy differs as well. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 cache total and 2.5 MB of L2 cache total, with 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs. The AMD part supports DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is supported on the AMD part but not on the Intel part.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD part provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes, CPU only. The Intel part provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes, CPU only.

The integrated graphics differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 840M. The Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core.

The market segment and socket differ. The AMD part is a desktop processor on AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part is a mobile processor on Intel BGA 1516.

The release dates differ by about six weeks. The AMD part was released on 2026-03-01, and the Intel part was released on 2026-04-15.

The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309. The AMD part has no launch MSRP recorded.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE uses the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation built on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². This is a hybrid architecture combining Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores in a single package.

The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process at Intel with no die size recorded. The Intel process node is one step smaller at 3 nm versus 4 nm.

The AMD part uses a per-core cache design with 80 KB L1 per core and 1 MB L2 per core, plus 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part uses a pooled design with 192 KB total L1, 2.5 MB total L2, and 6 MB shared L3. This structural difference reflects the two companies' approaches to cache management.

The AMD part is built for desktop use with a larger power envelope of 35 watts. The Intel part is built for mobile use with a 15-watt TDP. The AMD part's 4 nm process at TSMC and the Intel part's 3 nm process at Intel both represent advanced nodes, but the Intel part's lower TDP and smaller process node indicate a focus on efficiency in constrained thermal environments.

The memory controller differs. The AMD part supports dual-channel DDR5 with ECC. The Intel part supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X without ECC. The AMD part's dual-channel design provides higher bandwidth at 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s. The Intel part's LPDDR5X support enables lower-power memory configurations in mobile designs.

The Verdict

The data indicates two distinct use cases. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE is the processor for multi-threaded desktop workloads. Its 12 threads, 4.80 GHz boost clock, 8 MB L3 cache, dual-channel memory at 89.6 GB/s, and ECC support position it for demanding parallel tasks. Its 35-watt TDP is acceptable for a desktop platform on Socket AM5, and its 4 nm TSMC process with a 195 mm² die delivers the core count and cache configuration needed for heavy compute. The lack of recorded benchmark scores for the AMD part means the database cannot quantify its exact performance, but the specification sheet points to a clear advantage in thread scaling and memory bandwidth.

The Intel Core 3 304 is the processor for mobile efficiency. Its 15-watt TDP, 3 nm Intel process, and LPDDR5X memory support make it suitable for thin-and-light designs. Its recorded scores confirm its position: a 68th percentile ranking, an average benchmark score of 13745, and a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263. Its nearest rivals are all within 1.4% of its average score, showing it is a mid-pack performer in the database. Its 5 threads limit its parallel capability, but its single-thread score of 3614 in Passmark and 1765 in Cinebench R23 single-core show competent per-thread performance.

The decision between the two is a choice of platform and workload. Desktop users with multi-threaded workloads should choose the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE. Mobile users prioritizing power efficiency and a compact BGA form factor should choose the Intel Core 3 304. The Intel part's launch MSRP is $309. The AMD part has no recorded launch price. The AMD part wins on threads, memory bandwidth, ECC support, and PCIe lanes. The Intel part wins on power consumption, process node size, and memory type flexibility. Neither part has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a consideration for either. The data supports the AMD part for raw compute throughput and the Intel part for efficiency in mobile environments.