AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the core counts and thread counts differ between the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE and the Intel Core 3 304?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads. This gives the AMD part a substantial parallel processing advantage, which is reflected in its multi-threaded benchmark results.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 3 304 boosts to 4.30 GHz. The base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the AMD part and 1.50 GHz for the Intel part.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE uses a dual-channel memory bus and achieves 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 304 uses a single-channel memory bus and achieves 59.7 GB/s. The AMD part offers roughly 50% more memory bandwidth based on these figures.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 sits at the 68th percentile, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE sits at the 50th percentile. The Intel part ranks higher in the overall database distribution, despite having fewer cores and threads.

Q: What are the process nodes and foundries for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 3 304 is built on a 3 nm process at Intel. The Intel part uses a smaller process node.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 304 does not support ECC memory. This is a relevant factor for workstation or reliability-focused configurations.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in the overall database ranking. Its average benchmark score of 13745 places it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (average score 13786, delta -0.3%) and the Intel Core i7-8750H (average score 13868, delta -0.9%), which places it in company with high-end desktop and older mobile workstation parts.

The Intel Core 3 304 delivers strong results across single-threaded and scalar workloads. Its PassMark single-thread score is 3614, which is notable for a 5-core mobile part. It also achieves a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1765 and a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 587. These numbers indicate that the Wildcat Lake architecture is efficient at extracting performance from individual threads, which matters for applications that do not scale well with additional cores.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE wins in raw multi-threading potential based on its core configuration. With 8 cores and 16 threads versus 5 cores and 5 threads, the AMD part has a structural advantage for parallel workloads. Its dual-channel memory bus at 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s also supports data-heavy multi-threaded tasks. The AMD part is an unlocked multiplier CPU, allowing overclocking, whereas the Intel Core 3 304 is locked.

For memory bandwidth-sensitive tasks, the AMD part is clearly the better choice on paper. The 89.6 GB/s figure is roughly 50% higher than the Intel part's 59.7 GB/s, and the dual-channel configuration reduces memory contention in multi-core scenarios. The Intel part's single-channel bus is a limiting factor for workloads that stream large datasets.

For integrated graphics, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE uses a Radeon 860M, while the Intel Core 3 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The AMD part's higher memory bandwidth likely benefits its integrated GPU more than the Intel part's single-channel configuration would.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE is based on the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which uses a hybrid arrangement of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The die size is 195 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3.

The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process at Intel. The cache structure is 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has a smaller L3 cache and a much smaller L2 cache compared to the AMD part's per-core L2.

The AMD part uses an AMD Socket AM5, which is a desktop-oriented socket with an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part uses Intel BGA 1516, a mobile soldered package, and is multiplier locked. This means the AMD part can be overclocked and potentially upgraded within the AM5 platform, while the Intel part is fixed to its motherboard.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports ECC memory, which is uncommon for consumer parts and useful for error-sensitive workloads. The Intel Core 3 304 does not support ECC.

The AMD part has 12 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part has 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part doubles the available PCIe connectivity for GPUs or NVMe drives.

The Intel Core 3 304 has a 15 W TDP, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has a 35 W TDP. The Intel part is designed for lower power envelopes, suitable for thin-and-light mobile systems. The AMD part, despite being classified as a desktop segment chip, also fits low-power desktop configurations.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 5 |

| Threads | 16 | 5 |

| Base clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process node | 4 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (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 |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe lanes | Gen 4, 12 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 860M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Multiplier | Unlocked | Locked |

| Release date | 2026-02-28 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $309 |

| Part number | 100-000001924 | SAE3K |

The Intel Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309. The AMD part has no launch MSRP listed in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results for the Intel Core 3 304, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has no recorded benchmark scores. The head-to-head comparison therefore relies on the Intel part's measured performance and the AMD part's specifications.

The Intel Core 3 304 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5263 and a single-core score of 1765. The multi-core score is 2.98 times its single-core score, which reflects the scaling from its 5 physical cores. Given that the AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, it would be expected to outperform this multi-core figure substantially in a measured comparison, but the database does not contain such a result.

The Intel Core 3 304 scores 4160 in Cinebench R20 multi-core and 587 in single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 849 multi-core and 264 single-core. These three Cinebench versions show consistent scaling patterns: the multi-core scores scale roughly with core count, and the single-core scores remain strong across versions.

In PassMark tests, the Intel Core 3 304 shows a mix of strengths. Its data compression score is 114775, which is a high absolute number. Its data encryption score is 8501, extended instructions score is 9686, and floating point math score is 29722. The integer math score is 24640, and the find prime numbers score is 68, which is notably lower than the other integer-heavy tests. The random string sorting score is 13659.

The PassMark multi-thread score for the Intel Core 3 304 is 11625, while its single-thread score is 3614. The physics score is 868. The multi-thread to single-thread ratio is 3.22, indicating that the 5-core part scales well across the PassMark workload suite.

The Intel Core 3 304's average benchmark score of 13745 puts it within 0.3% of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (average score 13786), which is a high-end desktop processor with a much larger core count. It also sits 0.9% behind the Intel Core i7-8750H (average score 13868) and 1.4% behind the AMD EPYC 7443 (average score 13936). It is 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core 5 120UL (average score 13594). These deltas show that the Core 3 304 competes with much larger and more expensive processors in the database's overall scoring, despite its modest 5-core mobile configuration.

The gap between the Intel part's percentile (68th) and the AMD part's percentile (50th) is significant. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has no recorded benchmark scores, which is why its average benchmark score is 0. The Intel part's recorded scores across 17 benchmark entries provide a complete performance profile, while the AMD part's profile is limited to specifications.

The Intel Core 3 304's strongest recorded results are in data compression (114775) and multi-thread (11625), while its weakest relative results are in find prime numbers (68) and physics (868). These variations suggest the Wildcat Lake architecture handles some workload types more efficiently than others. For integer-heavy tasks like prime number searching, the single-channel memory bus and limited core count appear to create a bottleneck.