AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 9 273PE, which wins 13 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 takes only 2 wins, both in identical single-threaded PassMark tests. The scale of Intel's advantage varies widely by workload, from a narrow single-thread edge for AMD to multi-core leads that exceed 50%.

Starting with the most lopsided results, the Intel part dominates Cinebench multi-core testing. In Cinebench R23 multicore, Intel scores 31,288 against AMD's 14,278.5, a delta of -54.4% from AMD's perspective. That means Intel delivers more than double the multi-core rendering performance. Cinebench R15 multicore shows a similar but slightly smaller gap: Intel posts 3,153 versus 2,336.5, a 25.9% deficit for AMD. The single-core Cinebench results are even more dramatic. Intel leads R23 single-core with 4,417 against 1,954, a 55.8% gap, and R15 single-core with 445 versus 247, a 44.5% deficit. These are not marginal differences; they indicate a fundamental performance class separation.

PassMark workloads reinforce the pattern, though with varied magnitudes. The largest single deficit for AMD appears in the find prime numbers test, where Intel scores 203 versus AMD's 81, a 60.1% gap. Floating point math follows closely: Intel at 107,884, AMD at 51,639, a 52.1% deficit. Physics testing shows Intel at 3,120 versus 1,318, a 57.8% gap. Integer math gives Intel 139,410 against 84,868, a 39.1% deficit. Data encryption shows Intel at 22,719 versus 14,462, a 36.3% gap. Data compression gives Intel 405,885 versus 281,834, a 30.6% deficit. Random string sorting shows Intel at 45,098 versus 31,071, a 31.1% gap. Extended instructions favor Intel at 24,630 versus 19,955, a smaller 19% deficit. PassMark multithread shows Intel at 36,810 versus 23,994, a 34.8% gap.

The one area where AMD fights back is PassMark single-threaded performance. AMD scores 3,872 in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, while Intel scores 3,650 in both. That gives AMD a 6.1% advantage. This is a meaningful result because it shows AMD's Zen 5 architecture can outpace Intel's per-core performance in a specific integer-heavy single-thread workload, even though Intel wins decisively in every Cinebench single-core test. The contradiction highlights that different benchmark methodologies measure different aspects of single-thread behavior.

Overall average benchmark scores place Intel at 49,845 with a 90th percentile ranking across all CPUs, while AMD sits at 35,719 with an 85th percentile. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 at 49,796 (0.1% behind) and the Intel Core i5-14600KF at 49,394 (0.9% behind). AMD's nearest rivals are the Intel Core 7 250H at 35,728 (0% delta) and the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H at 35,670 (0.1% ahead). These positioning data confirm that the Core 9 273PE competes in a higher performance tier entirely.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from opposite design philosophies and market segments. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process node, with the Krackan Point codename. It belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 300 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 9 273PE uses a 10 nm Intel process node with the Bartlett Lake codename, belonging to the Core 9 generation. AMD's die size is recorded at 195 mm², while Intel's die size is not listed in the database.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel provides 12 cores and 24 threads. That gives Intel a 50% core advantage and a 50% thread advantage. The cache hierarchies also diverge. Both use 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but AMD has 1 MB of L2 per core while Intel has 2 MB per core. The L3 cache difference is stark: AMD has 8 MB total, Intel has 36 MB shared. That 28 MB difference in L3 cache is likely a major contributor to Intel's multi-core performance lead, as larger shared caches reduce memory traffic for heavily threaded workloads.

Clock speeds favor Intel on both ends. AMD's base clock is 2.00 GHz with a 5.00 GHz boost, while Intel's base clock is 2.30 GHz with a 5.70 GHz boost. Intel runs 0.30 GHz higher at base and 0.70 GHz higher at boost. Thermal design power is also very different: AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 65 W. That 37 W difference reflects Intel's desktop-oriented design versus AMD's mobile-oriented design, and it explains part of the performance gap. Higher power budgets allow sustained higher clocks under load.

Memory support and I/O differ as well. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth figures. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity favors Intel: Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), versus AMD's Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses the Radeon 860M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. AMD's socket is AMD Socket FP8, Intel's is Intel Socket 1700. The market segments are explicit: AMD is Mobile, Intel is Desktop. Release dates show AMD launched on 2025-01-05, while Intel's release date is 2026-03-08, over a year later.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher single-threaded performance in PassMark tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 wins both PassMark single-thread tests with a score of 3,872, compared to Intel's 3,650. That is a 6.1% advantage for AMD. However, Intel wins Cinebench R23 single-core with 4,417 versus 1,954, and Cinebench R15 single-core with 445 versus 247.

Q: How large is Intel's multi-core advantage in Cinebench R23?

A: Intel scores 31,288 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while AMD scores 14,278.5. The delta is -54.4% from AMD's perspective, meaning Intel delivers more than double the multi-core rendering performance.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads. Intel has 50% more cores and 50% more threads.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: Intel has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while AMD has 8 MB. This 28 MB difference is substantial and likely contributes to Intel's multi-core workload advantages.

Q: What is the power consumption difference between the two?

A: AMD is rated at 28 W TDP, Intel at 65 W TDP. Intel consumes 37 W more, which aligns with its desktop market segment and higher performance envelope.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: Intel supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). AMD supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Intel has the newer PCIe generation.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 | Intel Core 9 273PE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Codename | Krackan Point | Bartlett Lake |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 860M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-03-08 |

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 9 273PE wins 13 of 15 head-to-head tests and holds a 90th percentile ranking across all CPUs, compared to AMD's 85th percentile. Intel's average benchmark score of 49,845 versus AMD's 35,719 represents a 39.5% overall advantage. For any workload that benefits from multiple cores, high cache capacity, or high sustained clocks, Intel is the stronger choice by a wide margin.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 does win the PassMark single-thread test by 6.1%, showing its Zen 5 cores are efficient per thread in certain integer operations. However, Intel still wins both Cinebench single-core tests by over 44%, which complicates any simple "AMD has better single-thread" conclusion. The PassMark result is an outlier against the broader single-core evidence.

Intel's 65 W TDP versus AMD's 28 W TDP means the Intel part requires substantially more power and cooling. For a desktop system with adequate thermal headroom, that trade-off is acceptable given the performance returns. For a mobile or low-power context, AMD's 28 W design is the more practical fit. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5 and a larger 36 MB L3 cache, while AMD supports LPDDR5X memory and a smaller 8 MB L3 cache.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in every multi-core intensive category. Cinebench R23 and R15 multicore, PassMark multithread, integer math, floating point math, physics, data compression, data encryption, random string sorting, extended instructions, and find prime numbers all favor Intel by margins from 19% to 60.1%. This makes Intel the appropriate choice for rendering, scientific computing, data processing, code compilation, and any heavily threaded application where the 12 cores and 24 threads can be utilized.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 wins only in PassMark single-threaded tests, with a 6.1% margin. This suggests AMD's per-core efficiency is competitive in specific single-thread integer workloads, which could benefit lightly threaded applications like certain legacy software or single-threaded scripting tasks. However, the Cinebench single-core results contradict this advantage, showing Intel ahead by 44.5% to 55.8%. The only consistent conclusion is that AMD's single-thread performance is not uniformly inferior, but it is not superior across all single-thread tests.

For a desktop user prioritizing raw performance, the Intel part is dominant. For a mobile user needing lower power draw, AMD's 28 W TDP and mobile market segment make it the only viable option between the two, despite its lower benchmark scores. The Intel part's launch MSRP is $549, which the database records without additional context.