AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 and the Intel Core 7 253PE represent two distinct approaches to modern processor design, with the data recording a decisive advantage for the Intel part across every single benchmark in the comparison database. The Intel Core 7 253PE, built on the Bartlett Lake architecture, holds a commanding lead in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350, based on the Zen 5 architecture, operates in a lower power envelope with integrated graphics. This analysis breaks down the recorded measurements to show where each processor wins, the architectural differences that explain the results, and the specific benchmark deltas that define the matchup.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 7 253PE wins all 15 recorded comparisons, leaving the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 with zero victories. This is not a narrow margin in a few specific tests; the Intel processor demonstrates superiority across every category of workload, from simple single-thread tasks to heavily parallel multi-core rendering.

The largest advantages for the Intel Core 7 253PE appear in compute-heavy applications. The Cinebench R23 multi-core test shows a delta of -42.6% for the AMD part, meaning the Intel processor scores 42.6% higher. Similarly, the Cinebench R23 single-core test records a -44.4% delta, indicating the Intel chip is nearly 45% faster in that workload. These are not incremental gains; they represent a generational gap in raw processing capability.

For integer and floating-point math, the Intel part also dominates. PassMark integer math shows a -25.7% delta, while floating-point math shows a -36.1% delta. The PassMark find prime numbers test, which is highly sensitive to single-thread efficiency and clock speed, shows a -41.3% delta in favor of Intel.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 does not win any recorded benchmarks, but its profile is not without merit. Its advantage lies in its platform characteristics rather than performance scores. The AMD chip has a TDP of 28 watts compared to the Intel chip's 65 watts, making it suitable for thin-and-light mobile designs. The Intel part, by contrast, is listed as a desktop segment processor with a higher power draw. The AMD processor also integrates the Radeon 860M graphics, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, and the database shows the AMD part with a smaller die size of 195 mm² against an unspecified die for Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Krackan Point, and is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake architecture and is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. This process difference is significant: the smaller 4 nm node allows AMD to pack more transistors in a given area, though the Intel chip compensates with higher clock speeds and a larger cache pool.

Core and thread counts differ. The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel part also runs at higher clocks: its base clock is 2.50 GHz and boost clock is 5.50 GHz, compared to the AMD part's 2.00 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. The higher boost clock on the Intel chip directly explains part of its single-thread advantage in the recorded scores.

Cache hierarchies are markedly different. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 253PE also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core and shares a much larger 33 MB L3 cache. This larger aggregate cache helps the Intel processor in data-heavy workloads, as evidenced by its higher PassMark data compression and encryption scores.

Memory support varies. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel. Both list the same memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving the Intel platform a more modern interconnect for high-speed peripherals.

The socket and market segment also differ. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP8 and is classified as a mobile part, released in January 2025. The Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a desktop part, with a release date of March 2026. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $384. Both processors support ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark deltas paint a clear picture of performance separation. Starting with Cinebench R15, the Intel Core 7 253PE scores 2507 in multi-core against the AMD's 2336.5, a 6.8% advantage. In single-core R15, the Intel part scores 354 against 247, a much larger 30.2% gap. This early pattern repeats across all tests.

Cinebench R23 amplifies the differences. The Intel processor scores 24880 in multi-core versus the AMD's 14278.5, a 42.6% lead. In single-core R23, the Intel part scores 3512 against 1954, a 44.4% lead. These are the largest deltas in the dataset and indicate that the Intel chip has a substantial advantage in both lightly threaded and fully threaded rendering workloads.

PassMark tests show consistent Intel wins with varying margins. Data compression favors Intel by 16.9% (339133 vs 281834). Data encryption favors Intel by 21.3% (18385 vs 14462). Extended instructions show a smaller gap of 8.5% (21806 vs 19955). Find prime numbers shows a 41.3% Intel lead (138 vs 81). Floating-point math shows a 36.1% lead (80870 vs 51639). Integer math shows a 25.7% lead (114158 vs 84868). The PassMark multithread score gives Intel an 18% advantage (29271 vs 23994), while physics shows a 28.6% lead (1845 vs 1318). Random string sorting is the closest test, with Intel ahead by only 5.2% (32777 vs 31071).

The single-thread PassMark tests show the narrowest overall margin. The Intel part scores 3955 versus the AMD's 3872, a 2.1% lead. This modest single-thread advantage in PassMark contrasts sharply with the much larger single-core deltas in Cinebench R23, suggesting the two tests weight different aspects of single-thread performance.

The average benchmark scores in the database confirm the overall positioning. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 has an average benchmark score of 35719 and sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average score of 40557 and sits at the 87th percentile. The Intel part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 5 223PE, Intel Core Ultra X7 368H, Intel Xeon 6357P, and AMD Ryzen 9 7940H, all with average scores within a fraction of a percent. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core 7 250H, Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845, and AMD Ryzen 7 7700X, also tightly clustered.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

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

A: The largest gap is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Intel Core 7 253PE leads by 44.4%, scoring 3512 versus the AMD's 1954.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any advantage in power consumption?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel Core 7 253PE has a TDP of 65 watts, indicating a lower power draw for the AMD part.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350's 8 MB of L3 cache.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE boosts up to 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 boosts up to 5.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor uses PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PE dominates the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 in every benchmark category, with advantages ranging from 2.1% in PassMark single-thread to 44.4% in Cinebench R23 single-core. The Intel part benefits from more cores, higher clock speeds, a larger L3 cache, and a more recent release date. Its 87th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 40557 place it above the AMD part's 85th percentile and 35719 average score.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350, however, occupies a different market position. As a mobile processor with a 28 watt TDP, it targets systems where power efficiency and thermal management matter more than raw throughput. Its smaller process node and integrated Radeon 860M graphics make it suitable for compact laptops, whereas the Intel part, with its 65 watt TDP and desktop socket, is designed for full-size systems where the higher power draw is acceptable. The Intel Core 7 253PE is the faster processor in all recorded metrics, but the AMD part serves a different use case defined by its lower power envelope and mobile platform.