AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE and Intel Core 3 305 are two six-core processors aimed at different segments of the market, with the AMD part built for desktop systems and the Intel part designed for mobile platforms. The database contains a complete benchmark record for the Intel Core 3 305, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE currently has no recorded performance scores. This analysis focuses on the architectural specifications and the measured performance of the Intel part, comparing it against its nearest rivals in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 305 has a full set of benchmark results in the database, covering both Cinebench rendering tests and PassMark workload simulations. Its average benchmark score of 18302 places it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, indicating solid mid-range performance. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no recorded benchmarks, so its performance position cannot be established from the data.

For the Intel Core 3 305, the strongest results appear in multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13123 shows substantial parallel processing capability, while the PassMark multi-thread score of 15439 reinforces this pattern. The single-thread results are comparatively modest, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1852 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3977.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE offers architectural advantages that favor certain use cases. It has 12 threads versus 6 on the Intel part, doubles the L3 cache at 8 MB versus 6 MB, and supports dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth compared to single-channel 59.7 GB/s on the Intel. These specifications suggest the AMD processor would excel in memory-intensive workloads and heavily threaded applications, though no measured data confirms this.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing processes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 305 uses a 3 nm process from Intel. The AMD chip is built on the Gorgon Point codename with a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid architecture, whereas the Intel chip uses the Wildcat Lake codename.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, enabling simultaneous multithreading. The Intel processor also has 6 cores but only 6 threads, lacking hyper-threading support. This gives the AMD part a 100% thread advantage in heavily parallel workloads.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 3 305 has 192 KB of L1 cache total, 2.5 MB of L2 cache total, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD per-core L2 allocation of 1 MB versus approximately 417 KB per core on the Intel part suggests better per-thread cache resources on the AMD.

Memory support diverges substantially. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, achieving 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only in single-channel configuration, capping bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

PCI Express connectivity differs, with the AMD processor providing Gen 4 with 12 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with the AMD using Radeon 840M and the Intel using Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The AMD processor uses the AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516 for mobile integration.

Power and clock specifications show different design priorities. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a 35 W TDP with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core 3 305 has a 15 W TDP with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The higher TDP on the AMD part allows for higher sustained clock speeds under load.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two specific processors. However, the Intel Core 3 305 has a complete benchmark suite, and its nearest rivals provide context for its performance level.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core 3 305 scores 13123. This is a rendering workload that scales well with core count and sustained clock speed. The single-core score of 1852 in the same benchmark shows the per-thread capability. The Cinebench R20 results follow the same pattern with 5511 multi-core and 777 single-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 1322 multi-core and 186 single-core.

PassMark results break down performance by workload type. The data compression test shows 146857, while data encryption reaches 11019. Extended instructions score 13543, and prime number finding scores 115. Floating point math achieves 42284, while integer math reaches 32295. The multi-thread score is 15439, physics simulation scores 1233, and random string sorting reaches 17623.

The average benchmark score of 18302 places the Intel Core 3 305 within 0.1% of the Intel Core i3-14100, which scores 18318. The Intel Core 5 330 scores 18345, putting the Core 3 305 0.2% behind. The Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374, a 0.4% advantage over the Core 3 305. The AMD Ryzen 5 2600E scores 18230, placing the Core 3 305 0.4% ahead.

These narrow margins indicate the Intel Core 3 305 sits in a tightly contested performance band. The 72nd percentile ranking among all CPUs reflects this competitive positioning. The differences between the Core 3 305 and its nearest rivals are small enough that workload-specific behavior could shift the ordering.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has no benchmark scores in the database, so direct numerical comparison is impossible. Its architectural specifications suggest it could outperform the Intel part in multi-threaded scenarios given the thread advantage, but the data does not confirm this.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the clock speed difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core 3 305 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 305 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 support with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 305 has single-channel memory support with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has a TDP of 35 W. The Intel Core 3 305 has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the Intel Core 3 305?

A: The Intel Core 3 305 has an average benchmark score of 18302, placing it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 3 305 has complete benchmark data showing solid mid-range performance. Its average score of 18302 places it within 0.4% of the Intel Core i3-14100, Intel Core 5 330, Intel Core 7 360, and AMD Ryzen 5 2600E. The 72nd percentile ranking confirms its position in the upper-middle range of the database.

The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE offers architectural advantages that could translate to performance gains in specific scenarios. The 12 threads versus 6 threads provides double the parallel execution capacity. The 8 MB of L3 cache versus 6 MB gives more shared cache for working sets. The dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth versus 59.7 GB/s provides substantially more memory throughput. The higher 35 W TDP allows for higher sustained boost clocks.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins on power efficiency, with a 15 W TDP versus 35 W on the AMD. Its 3 nm process node from Intel is smaller than the 4 nm node from TSMC used on the AMD. The Intel part also has a lower launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD has no listed launch MSRP.

For users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput and memory bandwidth, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440GE has the superior specifications on paper. For users who prioritize power efficiency and have measured performance data showing competitive results, the Intel Core 3 305 delivers confirmed scores. The choice depends on whether the user values the confirmed performance of the Intel part or the untested architectural potential of the AMD part. The database contains no head-to-head measurements, so the performance relationship between these two processors remains undetermined.