AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a decisive split between these two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is the clear multi-threaded performance leader, winning 10 of the 15 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 7 350 takes a narrow but consistent single-threaded crown, winning 5 tests. The average benchmark scores reinforce this gap: the AMD part scores 39485 versus Intel's 17779, placing the Ryzen in the 87th percentile of all CPUs compared to Intel's 71st percentile.

For workloads that scale with cores and threads, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is the only rational choice from this data. Its 8 cores and 16 threads overwhelm the Intel Core 7 350's 6 cores and 6 threads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core result is stark: AMD scores 18316 against Intel's 8030, a 128.1% advantage. Similarly, PassMark integer math shows a 162.4% lead for AMD (88531 versus 33734). These are not marginal differences; they represent fundamentally different performance tiers.

The Intel Core 7 350, however, wins the single-threaded battles. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2046 edges out AMD's 2038, a 0.4% margin. The PassMark single-thread test shows a slightly larger gap: 4100 versus 3901, a 4.9% advantage for Intel. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel's 292 beats AMD's 215 by 26.4%. For applications that depend on per-core responsiveness rather than parallel throughput, the Intel part has a measurable edge.

The data indicates that the AMD processor should be selected for rendering, video encoding, scientific computing, or any heavily threaded workload. The Intel processor suits lightly threaded applications where single-core speed matters most, such as certain legacy software or interactive workloads. The overall benchmark picture, however, favors AMD by a wide margin, and the 87th percentile placement confirms its superior standing in the broader CPU landscape.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning it lacks hyper-threading entirely.

Q: Which processor wins the multi-core Cinebench R23 test?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 wins decisively with a score of 18316 versus Intel's 8030, a 128.1% performance advantage.

Q: Does the Intel processor have any benchmark wins?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 7 350 wins 5 tests: Cinebench R15 single-core, Cinebench R23 single-core, PassMark find prime numbers, PassMark single-thread, and PassMark singlethread (the latter two are the same test listed twice).

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has a dual-channel memory bus delivering 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 350 uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has a TDP of 28 watts. The Intel Core 7 350 has a TDP of 15 watts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, belonging to the Ryzen AI 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 195 mm². The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename from the Core 5 generation, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The die size for Intel is not recorded in the database.

Cache organization differs significantly. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with a total of 8 MB of L3 cache. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, with 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core L1 and L2 caches on the Intel part likely contribute to its single-threaded advantages, while AMD's larger total L3 pool helps with multi-threaded data sharing.

Memory architecture is another major divergence. AMD uses a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth and supports ECC memory. Intel uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s and does not support ECC. The bandwidth deficit for Intel is substantial, roughly 33% lower, which may impact memory-intensive workloads even in single-threaded scenarios.

PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). This suggests AMD has greater expansion headroom for discrete GPUs or NVMe storage.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD pairs with a Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores, so no performance comparison is possible from this data. Both processors target the mobile market segment and are currently in active production.

Specification Differences

The specifications where these two processors differ are numerous. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks differ: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks also differ: AMD reaches 5.10 GHz, Intel reaches 4.80 GHz.

TDP ratings diverge significantly: AMD is rated at 28 watts, Intel at 15 watts. The sockets are incompatible: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel BGA 1516. The process nodes differ: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 3 nm from its own foundry. AMD's die size is recorded as 195 mm², while Intel's is not available.

Cache specifications differ at every level. AMD has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB L3. Intel has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support is similar in type (both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X), but AMD uses dual-channel while Intel uses single-channel. Memory bandwidth reflects this: 89.6 GB/s for AMD versus 59.7 GB/s for Intel.

ECC memory support is present on AMD but absent on Intel. PCIe lanes differ: 16 lanes for AMD versus 6 lanes for Intel, both at Gen 4. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 860M on AMD, Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) on Intel. The release dates differ, with AMD released on 2026-01-04 and Intel on 2026-04-15. The launch MSRP for Intel is $469, which may be stated once as recorded; no MSRP is recorded for AMD. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a lopsided contest in favor of AMD. The largest margin comes in PassMark integer math, where AMD scores 88531 against Intel's 33734, a 162.4% lead. This test measures raw arithmetic throughput, and AMD's 16 threads versus Intel's 6 threads explains the magnitude of the gap.

Cinebench R23 multi-core shows AMD's 18316 versus Intel's 8030, a 128.1% advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core follows the same pattern: 2713 versus 1220, a 122.4% lead. PassMark data compression shows AMD at 315906 versus Intel at 143123, a 120.7% advantage. PassMark random string sorting gives AMD 35648 versus Intel's 17238, a 106.8% lead.

PassMark extended instructions favor AMD by 86% (22400 versus 12045). PassMark multithread shows AMD at 26350 versus Intel's 15170, a 73.7% advantage. PassMark data encryption gives AMD 16247 versus 10933, a 48.6% lead. PassMark physics favors AMD 1578 versus 1173, a 34.5% margin. PassMark floating point math shows AMD at 54447 versus Intel's 42809, a 27.2% lead.

The Intel wins are smaller in magnitude. The largest Intel margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core: 292 versus 215, a 26.4% advantage for Intel. PassMark find prime numbers gives Intel 107 versus 89, a 16.8% lead. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 4100 versus 3901, a 4.9% edge. Cinebench R23 single-core is the closest: 2046 versus 2038, a 0.4% margin for Intel.

The pattern is clear: AMD dominates every multi-threaded and parallel workload by massive margins, while Intel wins only the isolated single-thread tests, and even then by much smaller percentages than AMD's multi-core leads. The total wins tally is 10 for AMD and 5 for Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 wins in every category that benefits from parallel execution. Cinebench R15 and R23 multi-core tests, which simulate rendering workloads, show AMD ahead by more than double. PassMark integer math, data compression, random string sorting, extended instructions, multithread, physics, floating point math, and data encryption all favor AMD. Any workload that can utilize more than 6 threads will see a substantial benefit from the AMD processor's 16 threads versus Intel's 6.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins in single-threaded scenarios. Its Cinebench R15 single-core lead of 26.4% is the most pronounced Intel victory, suggesting a strong advantage in older or lightly threaded applications that rely on one core. The PassMark single-thread and find prime numbers wins confirm this pattern, though the margins are much smaller. For interactive applications that cannot parallelize, the Intel processor delivers better per-core performance, but the benefit is modest compared to AMD's multi-core dominance.

The overall average benchmark score tells the story: 39485 for AMD versus 17779 for Intel. The AMD processor sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel sits in the 71st percentile. Even accounting for the single-threaded wins by Intel, the aggregate data points to AMD as the higher-performing processor across the recorded test suite. The Intel Core 7 350's lower TDP of 15 watts versus AMD's 28 watts may interest system designers prioritizing power efficiency, but the benchmark data does not record any thermal or power measurements. For raw performance across a broad workload mix, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 is the winner according to every aggregate metric in the database.