AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 vs Intel Core 5 320 Comparison

AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 vs Intel Core 5 320: the benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD part, which wins 12 of 15 head-to-head tests, but the Intel chip claims specific single-thread and prime-number workloads. The Ryzen AI 7 350 delivers roughly double the multi-core throughput in Cinebench tests, while the Core 5 320 counters with a 5.2% lead in PassMark single-thread performance and a 27.3% advantage in prime number finding. These results position the AMD processor as the stronger all-around mobile compute engine, with the Intel part serving a narrower set of workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin in the entire comparison belongs to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 16014.5 against the Intel Core 5 320's 6197, a 158.4% advantage. This is not an isolated result; the same pattern appears in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where AMD leads 2477 to 1054, a 135% gap. PassMark integer math shows the most extreme difference at 165%, with AMD scoring 85651 versus Intel's 32323. These three tests collectively demonstrate that the AMD processor's 8 cores and 16 threads provide a massive throughput advantage over Intel's 6 cores and 6 threads in heavily parallel workloads.

Data compression also heavily favors AMD, with a score of 304089 compared to Intel's 148779, a 104.4% difference. Random string sorting follows the same trajectory: AMD scores 33266 versus 18038, an 84.4% lead. Extended instructions show AMD ahead by 63.5%, scoring 21678 against 13262. The multithread PassMark result reinforces the pattern with AMD at 24935 versus 15450, a 61.4% margin. Even floating-point math, often a differentiator for Intel architectures, goes to AMD by 25.4%, with scores of 53230 and 42440.

The single-core picture is much closer. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD wins narrowly at 1958 versus 1926, a 1.7% margin. Cinebench R15 single-core shows AMD ahead 294 to 276, a 6.5% lead. However, PassMark single-thread flips the result: Intel scores 4045 against AMD's 3834, giving Intel a 5.2% advantage. This split suggests that the two architectures trade blows in lightly threaded work depending on the specific benchmark methodology.

Intel wins two other tests. PassMark find prime numbers shows Intel at 110 versus AMD's 80, a 27.3% advantage. This is a notable result because prime number finding is often sensitive to integer execution efficiency and branch handling. The other Intel win is PassMark data encryption, where Intel scores 10984 against AMD's 15244, but that is a loss, not a win: the 38.8% margin favors AMD. The record shows Intel wins only find prime numbers and the two single-thread PassMark entries, while AMD wins the remaining 12 tests.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, with the Krackan Point codename and a 195 mm² die size. It belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 5 320 uses a 3 nm Intel process with the Wildcat Lake codename and the Core 5 generation designation. AMD's process node is 4 nm, while Intel's is 3 nm, a difference that does not translate into a performance advantage for Intel in the recorded benchmarks.

Core counts differ substantially. AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel provides 6 cores and 6 threads. Intel does not implement simultaneous multithreading in this part, which explains why its thread count equals its core count. The AMD processor has an 8 MB L3 cache, while Intel has 6 MB shared L3. L1 cache also differs: AMD lists 80 KB per core, Intel lists 192 KB total. L2 cache is 1 MB per core on AMD and 2.5 MB total on Intel. The cache configurations reflect different design philosophies rather than a clear advantage for either side in the data.

Memory support shows both processors accept DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but AMD uses a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. This 30 GB/s bandwidth gap likely contributes to AMD's large leads in memory-sensitive workloads like data compression and random string sorting. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part has a higher TDP at 28 watts versus Intel's 15 watts, and a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz versus 4.60 GHz. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.50 GHz for Intel.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses the Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Neither processor supports ECC memory. Both have locked multipliers, and both are mobile segments with active production status. The AMD processor was released on 2025-01-05, while the Intel processor has a release date of 2026-04-15. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 320 is $340; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is the superior processor for multi-threaded and memory-intensive workloads. Its 158.4% Cinebench R23 multi-core lead and 165% integer math advantage make it the clear choice for compilation, rendering, and data processing tasks. The 12 wins out of 15 head-to-head tests confirm this dominance across a wide range of benchmark categories. The AMD part also sits at the 84th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel part sits at the 72nd percentile. The average benchmark score for AMD is 34222, nearly double Intel's 18023.

The Intel Core 5 320 wins only in specific scenarios: find prime numbers, and PassMark single-thread tests. Its 5.2% single-thread advantage and 27.3% prime number lead indicate that it may handle certain integer-heavy, lightly threaded code more efficiently. However, these wins are narrow in the context of the overall benchmark suite. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 and Intel Core 5 120U, while AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165H and Intel Core i5-13450HX, placing the AMD part in a higher performance class.

For users prioritizing raw multi-core throughput, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is the only rational choice from this data. For users with workloads that match Intel's specific strengths, such as prime number calculations or certain single-threaded applications, the Core 5 320 offers a measurable but limited advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 320 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark integer math, where the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 scores 85651 versus the Intel Core 5 320's 32323, a 165% difference.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 320 win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 320 wins PassMark find prime numbers with a score of 110 versus AMD's 80, and PassMark single-thread with 4045 versus AMD's 3834.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while the Intel Core 5 320 uses a 3 nm Intel process.

Q: How do the memory bandwidths compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 has a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel Core 5 320 has a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel Core 5 320 has a TDP of 15 watts.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 wins in all multi-threaded benchmark categories, including Cinebench R15 and R23 multi-core, PassMark multithread, integer math, floating-point math, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, and physics. Its dual-channel memory interface and 8 MB L3 cache support these wins. The 158.4% Cinebench R23 multi-core margin and 104.4% data compression advantage make it the preferred processor for content creation, data analysis, and any workload that scales with core count and memory bandwidth.

The Intel Core 5 320 wins in PassMark single-thread with 4045 versus 3834, a 5.2% margin, and in PassMark find prime numbers with 110 versus 80, a 27.3% margin. These wins suggest that the Intel architecture handles a specific subset of integer operations more efficiently. The 3 nm process may contribute to this efficiency despite the lower 4.60 GHz boost clock. For workloads dominated by single-threaded integer loops or prime number searches, the Intel part offers a measurable edge, but the scope of these wins is narrow relative to the full benchmark suite.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | Intel Core 5 320 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 860M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | None | $340 |