AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 vs Intel Core 3 100UL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain a direct head-to-head benchmark comparison between the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 and the Intel Core 3 100UL. However, the recorded benchmarks for the AMD processor provide a substantial basis for evaluating its performance profile. The Intel Core 3 100UL has no individual benchmark scores recorded in the database, and its average benchmark score is listed as zero, which prevents a direct numerical comparison across specific workloads.

Looking at the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 in isolation, its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 11,461 and single-core score of 1,818 place it well within the upper tier of mobile processors. The PassMark multithread score of 19,927 and single-thread score of 3,875 further reinforce this position. The processor achieves a percentile rank of 81 across all CPUs in the database, indicating that it outperforms roughly four-fifths of recorded processors. Its average benchmark score of 29,461 places it in close proximity to several established desktop parts: the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X (average score 29,447, a delta of 0%), the AMD EPYC 9654 (29,409, delta 0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-13500HX (29,270, delta 0.7%). The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE sits slightly ahead at 29,656, a delta of -0.7% relative to the Ryzen AI 7 345.

The Intel Core 3 100UL, by contrast, holds a percentile rank of 50, meaning it sits at the median of all CPUs in the database. With no benchmark scores recorded, its actual workload performance cannot be quantified from the available data. The absence of scores does not imply a lack of capability, but it does mean that any comparison between the two processors must rely on architectural and specification differences rather than measured performance deltas.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge significantly in their underlying architectures. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 100UL uses a 10 nm process at Intel. This process difference is substantial; the smaller node generally allows for higher transistor density and improved power efficiency, though the exact impact depends on the specific design and workload.

The AMD processor uses the Krackan Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation, which is based on the Zen 5 and Zen 5c microarchitectures. The Intel part uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation, based on the Raptor Lake architecture. These are fundamentally different design philosophies: Zen 5 targets high instructions-per-clock and efficiency, while Raptor Lake is an iterative refinement of Intel's hybrid architecture, though the Core 3 100UL is not explicitly described as hybrid in the database.

Both processors have 6 cores, but the thread counts differ. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 supports 12 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading across all cores. The Intel Core 3 100UL supports 8 threads, which suggests that only two of its cores support hyper-threading, or that the core configuration is asymmetric. The database does not specify the exact core arrangement for the Intel part, but the 6-core, 8-thread configuration implies a partial multithreading implementation.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has the same 80 KB L1 per core, but a larger 1.25 MB L2 per core and a significantly larger 10 MB shared L3 cache. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part may benefit certain workloads that rely on shared data, though the AMD part's smaller L3 is offset by its higher boost clock and process advantage.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Intel Core 3 100UL supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure recorded. Both use dual-channel memory buses. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

The integrated graphics units are different: the AMD part uses a Radeon 840M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 64EU. The database does not provide comparative graphics benchmarks, so their relative performance cannot be assessed from the recorded data.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This gives the AMD part more available bandwidth for expansion devices and peripherals.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy between these two processors, though the absence of direct benchmark scores for the Intel part limits the precision of the comparison. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 sits at the 81st percentile across all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 29,461. The Intel Core 3 100UL sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of zero, which reflects the lack of recorded measurements rather than an actual performance value.

Based on the architectural differences, the AMD processor is positioned for higher sustained throughput in multithreaded workloads. Its 12 threads, higher base clock of 2.00 GHz, higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz, and more advanced 4 nm process all point toward superior computational throughput. The Intel part's lower base clock of 1.20 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, combined with its 8 threads and 10 nm process, suggest a more conservative power profile. The Intel TDP of 15 W is lower than the AMD TDP of 28 W, which means the Intel part draws less power under sustained load.

The AMD processor uses an AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. These are not interchangeable, and the choice of processor dictates the platform. The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor, while the Intel part is classified as a desktop processor, despite its relatively low TDP. This distinction matters for system integration: the AMD part is designed for notebooks and compact mobile devices, while the Intel part is intended for desktop boards with Socket 1700.

The AMD processor's release date is recorded as 2025-01-14, while the Intel processor's release date is 2024-04-07. The AMD part is newer by roughly nine months. Both processors have active production status. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

For users prioritizing measured benchmark performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 is the only option with recorded scores in the database, and those scores place it above the median. For users prioritizing lower power consumption and a desktop platform, the Intel Core 3 100UL offers a 15 W TDP and Socket 1700 compatibility. The data does not support a claim that one is universally superior; it shows two different design targets. The AMD part targets higher performance with a higher power envelope, while the Intel part targets lower power with a reduced thread count and older process node.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 | Intel Core 3 100UL |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 6 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Krackan Point | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 3 (Raptor Lake-PS) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 10 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Support | No | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 840M | UHD Graphics 64EU |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-14 | 2024-04-07 |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Unlocked Multiplier | No | No |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 100UL has 8 threads. Both have 6 cores.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 boosts up to 4.60 GHz, and the Intel Core 3 100UL boosts up to 4.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor uses a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 100UL uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 4 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel Core 3 100UL has 10 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel Core 3 100UL supports DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the power consumption of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has a TDP of 28 W, while the Intel Core 3 100UL has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 compare to other CPUs in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 sits at the 81st percentile across all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 29,461. It is closely matched with the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X (29,447, 0% delta), the AMD EPYC 9654 (29,409, 0.2% delta), and the Intel Core i5-13500HX (29,270, 0.7% delta).