AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 vs Intel Core 5 210H Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 records an average benchmark score of 29461, while the Intel Core 5 210H scores 24872. The AMD part also sits at the 81st percentile of all CPUs versus the Intel part's 77th percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H wins the multi-core test with a score of 11830, beating the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345's 11461, a delta of 3.1%. The AMD chip counters by winning R23 single-core with 1818 versus Intel's 1771, a 2.7% advantage.

Q: Which CPU shows the larger single-thread advantage?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 dominates in PassMark single-thread with 3875, a 9.5% lead over Intel's 3539. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the gap is even larger at 9.7% (271 versus 247).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 210H has 8 cores and 12 threads. Both support 12 threads, but Intel deploys more physical cores.

Q: Which chip has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 boosts to 4.60 GHz. The Intel part also has a higher base clock at 2.20 GHz versus AMD's 2.00 GHz.

Q: How does the thermal design power differ between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H carries a 45 W TDP, significantly higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345's 28 W TDP. This indicates Intel targets higher sustained performance, while AMD prioritizes efficiency.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 takes 11 of the 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. Its victories cluster around instruction-heavy workloads and single-thread responsiveness. The largest win appears in PassMark extended instructions, where AMD leads by 27.2% (17003 versus 13370). Prime number finding shows a 17% advantage (62 versus 53), and single-thread tests deliver 9.5% (3875 versus 3539) and 9.7% (Cinebench R15, 271 versus 247) margins. The AMD chip also wins PassMark multithread by 9.2% (19927 versus 18252), integer math by 3.2% (63475 versus 61503), data compression by 9% (237484 versus 217805), random string sorting by 8.5% (25435 versus 23451), and physics by 4.7% (1089 versus 1040).

The Intel Core 5 210H wins the remaining 4 benchmarks. These are concentrated in multi-core rendering and floating-point throughput. Cinebench R23 multi-core gives Intel a 3.1% edge (11830 versus 11461), and Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 2.6% lead (1757 versus 1712). PassMark floating-point math favors Intel by 5.4% (45057 versus 42621), and data encryption shows a 3.1% margin (12187 versus 11814).

For users prioritizing single-thread latency, encryption-adjacent integer work, or extended instruction sets, the AMD chip consistently leads. For sustained multi-core rendering and floating-point math, the Intel chip holds the advantage. The split is not subtle: AMD owns most workloads, but Intel's wins are in the specific areas where its extra cores and higher clocks matter.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 uses the Krackan Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation built on Zen 5 / Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 210H uses Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake-H, part of the Core 5 generation (Raptor Lake Refresh), and is built on Intel's 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

Cache layouts differ substantially. Both have 80 KB L1 per core. The AMD chip provides 1 MB L2 per core and 4 MB L3 total. The Intel chip provides 2 MB L2 per core and 12 MB shared L3. The larger L3 on Intel (12 MB versus 4 MB) likely helps its multi-core rendering results, while AMD's smaller cache is offset by its newer core design.

Memory support diverges. The AMD chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s; Intel does not list a bandwidth figure in the database. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

PCIe capabilities differ. AMD provides PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This gives AMD more total lanes but at the older generation, while Intel offers fewer lanes at the newer generation.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 840M, Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 48EU. Both target mobile segments and are currently active production parts. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 | Intel Core 5 210H |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 4 MB | 12 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not listed |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 5, 8 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 840M | Iris Xe Graphics 48EU |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $342 |

| Release date | 2025-01-14 | 2024-12-17 |

The Intel chip has more cores (8 versus 6), higher clocks (base and boost), and more cache at every level beyond L1. The AMD chip uses a smaller process node, lower TDP, and supports LPDDR5X memory. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $342; AMD does not list one in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The biggest AMD victory is PassMark extended instructions, where the Ryzen AI 7 345 scores 17003 against Intel's 13370, a 27.2% margin. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison and points to a substantial advantage in workloads using advanced instruction sets. Prime number finding also favors AMD heavily: 62 versus 53, a 17% lead.

Single-thread performance shows consistent AMD dominance. PassMark single-thread delivers 9.5% (3875 versus 3539), and Cinebench R15 single-core produces 9.7% (271 versus 247). Cinebench R23 single-core narrows the gap to 2.7% (1818 versus 1771), but AMD still wins. PassMark multithread gives AMD a 9.2% edge (19927 versus 18252), confirming that the AMD chip's 6 cores outperform Intel's 8 cores in this aggregate metric.

Data compression favors AMD by 9% (237484 versus 217805), random string sorting by 8.5% (25435 versus 23451), and physics by 4.7% (1089 versus 1040). Integer math gives AMD a modest 3.2% lead (63475 versus 61503).

Intel's wins are fewer but meaningful. Floating-point math shows a 5.4% advantage (45057 versus 42621), the largest Intel margin. Cinebench R23 multi-core gives Intel 3.1% (11830 versus 11461), and Cinebench R15 multi-core gives 2.6% (1757 versus 1712). Data encryption edges Intel by 3.1% (12187 versus 11814).

The pattern is clear: AMD wins nearly every PassMark category except floating-point and encryption, while Intel wins both Cinebench multi-core tests. The AMD chip's single-thread and instruction-extension advantages are decisive in most workloads, but Intel's extra cores and higher clocks produce better raw rendering scores.

The Verdict

The data favors the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 for general-purpose mobile computing. It wins 11 of 15 comparisons, holds a 29461 average benchmark score against Intel's 24872, and sits at the 81st percentile of all CPUs versus Intel's 77th. The AMD chip delivers superior single-thread performance, stronger integer math, faster compression, and better instruction-set handling. Its 28 W TDP versus Intel's 45 W TDP also indicates lower power draw for comparable or better results in most tasks.

The Intel Core 5 210H should be chosen for specific workloads where its wins matter most. Users running multi-core rendering (Cinebench R23 and R15 multi-core) or floating-point-heavy calculations will see better results from Intel. The 12 MB shared L3 cache and 8 physical cores provide a structural advantage in these scenarios. The Intel chip also supports DDR4 memory, which may matter for platform compatibility, and offers PCIe Gen 5 connectivity despite fewer lanes.

For a balanced mobile processor covering single-thread responsiveness, encryption, compression, sorting, and extended instructions, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 is the stronger pick based on recorded measurements. The Intel Core 5 210H remains relevant for rendering and floating-point workloads, but its overall benchmark average trails by roughly 15.5% (29461 versus 24872). The database shows AMD winning the majority of tests, and the score distribution confirms that the Ryzen AI 7 345 is the higher-performing part in most real-world usage patterns.