AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data provides benchmark results for the Intel Core 3 305, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This makes a direct score-for-score comparison impossible. However, the available Intel data can be analyzed against its nearest rivals to establish a performance baseline.

The Intel Core 3 305 achieves an average benchmark score of 18302. This places it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its closest rival is the Intel Core i3-14100, which scores 18318, a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core 5 330 trails by 0.2% with a score of 18345, while the Intel Core 7 360 is 0.4% behind at 18374. On the other side, the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E scores 18230, representing a 0.4% deficit relative to the Core 3 305.

In single-threaded performance, the Core 3 305 posts a PassMark single-thread score of 3977. Its Cinebench R23 single-core result is 1852. The integer math test returns 32295, while floating-point math reaches 42284. The extended instructions workload scores 13543. The data compression test yields 146857, and data encryption scores 11019. Prime number finding returns a modest 115, while random string sorting reaches 17623. The multithread PassMark score is 15439, with physics at 1233.

The Cinebench R15 results show a multicore score of 1322 and a single-core score of 186. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score rises to 5511, and the single-core score reaches 777. Cinebench R23 multicore scores 13123. These figures indicate a processor that performs substantially better in multi-core workloads than its single-core results might suggest, though the single-core numbers remain competitive for the segment.

Because the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has no recorded benchmarks, the database cannot calculate win counts or head-to-head deltas. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. This is a significant gap in the comparative data.

FAQ

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The Ryzen AI 7 450GE has an empty benchmarks array, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile rank of 50. The Intel Core 3 305 has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

Q: What is the Intel Core 3 305's average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 3 305 has an average benchmark score of 18302, which places it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core 3 305 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core i3-14100 is the closest rival with a score of 18318, a delta of -0.1%. The Intel Core 5 330 scores 18345 (-0.2%), the Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374 (-0.4%), and the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E scores 18230 (+0.4% for the Core 3 305).

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 3 305?

A: The launch MSRP is $309.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 3 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth specifications for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE supports dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Core 3 305 supports single-channel memory with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE is built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC, with a die size of 195 mm². Its codename is Gorgon Point, and it belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation based on Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 3 305 uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by Intel itself, under the codename Wildcat Lake, part of the Core 3 generation. The AMD chip uses a heterogeneous core arrangement with Zen 5 and Zen 5c variants, while the Intel chip does not specify such a split.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor has a total L1 cache of 192 KB, an L2 cache of 2.5 MB, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The per-core L2 allocation on AMD is notably larger, which can benefit workloads with high per-thread data locality.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The AMD solution is paired with a desktop market segment designation, whereas the Intel chip is classified as mobile. The AMD chip supports ECC memory, while the Intel chip does not.

Process technology favors Intel at 3 nm versus AMD's 4 nm, though the AMD chip's larger die and cache structure suggest a different design priority. The Intel chip's smaller process node may contribute to its lower TDP of 15 watts, compared to 35 watts for AMD.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field. Core counts: AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads, Intel has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks: AMD reaches 5.10 GHz, Intel tops out at 4.30 GHz. The TDP rating shows AMD at 35 watts and Intel at 15 watts.

Sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM5, while Intel uses BGA 1516. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel chip is locked. Process nodes differ: 4 nm for AMD, 3 nm for Intel. Foundries differ: TSMC for AMD, Intel for Intel.

Memory support shows both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but AMD uses a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe lanes differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 lanes (CPU only), Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics are different models: Radeon 860M for AMD, Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) for Intel. Market segments differ: Desktop for AMD, Mobile for Intel. Release dates show AMD at 2026-02-28 and Intel at 2026-04-15. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $309; no MSRP is recorded for AMD.

Cache totals: AMD has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB L3. Intel has 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2 total, and 6 MB shared L3. The AMD die measures 195 mm²; Intel's die size is not recorded.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Core 3 305 has a distinct advantage in benchmark availability. Its 17 scores across Cinebench and PassMark provide a verified performance profile. The 72nd percentile ranking indicates it outperforms the majority of CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals are all within 0.4% of its average score, suggesting a tight cluster of mid-range performers.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE cannot claim any benchmark wins because it has no recorded scores. Its percentile rank of 50 is a neutral placeholder, not a performance measurement. The hardware specifications, however, suggest potential strengths. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration with a 5.10 GHz boost clock and dual-channel memory support could favor heavily threaded workloads. The larger L3 cache of 8 MB and per-core L2 of 1 MB may benefit cache-sensitive applications.

The Intel chip wins on efficiency metrics based on the TDP of 15 watts versus 35 watts, and its 3 nm process node suggests lower power draw per operation. The single-channel memory bus is a limitation, but the lower thermal envelope makes it suitable for constrained environments. The mobile market segment designation reinforces this positioning.

For multi-core throughput, the AMD chip's 16 threads versus 6 threads on Intel is a structural advantage, though without benchmark data this remains speculative. For single-thread performance, the AMD boost clock of 5.10 GHz exceeds Intel's 4.30 GHz, which could indicate higher peak performance in lightly threaded tasks.

The Verdict

The database currently supports only one conclusion: the Intel Core 3 305 has verified performance data, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE does not. Users seeking a processor with measurable benchmark results should note that the Core 3 305 delivers a 72nd percentile average score of 18302, placing it in the upper-middle tier of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals, the Core i3-14100, Core 5 330, Core 7 360, and Ryzen 5 2600E, all fall within 0.4% of its score, indicating a competitive field.

The AMD chip's specifications, if translated to performance, could position it differently. The 8-core, 16-thread design with a 5.10 GHz boost clock and 8 MB L3 cache on a 4 nm node at 35 watts TDP suggests a desktop-oriented processor with strong multi-threaded potential. The dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth doubles the Intel chip's bandwidth figure. The unlocked multiplier adds flexibility for overclocking, which the Intel chip lacks.

However, the absence of benchmark data for the AMD chip means no performance claims can be verified. The Intel chip's recorded strengths include a 3977 PassMark single-thread score, a 13123 Cinebench R23 multicore score, and a 146857 data compression score. These numbers provide concrete reference points.

For a user prioritizing verified performance metrics, the Intel Core 3 305 is the only choice that the database can substantiate. For a user prioritizing raw specifications and willing to accept unmeasured performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450GE offers more cores, threads, cache, and memory bandwidth on paper. The verdict from the data is clear: Intel has the measurements, AMD has the specifications, and the two cannot be compared on equal terms until the AMD benchmark data is recorded.