AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, which wins 10 of the 15 head-to-head comparisons. The most dramatic separation occurs in multi-core and integer-heavy workloads, where the AMD part leads by triple-digit percentages. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 2457 against Intel's 1220, a 101.4% advantage. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a nearly identical pattern: 16054 versus 8030, a 99.9% delta. The largest single gap is in PassMark integer math, where AMD's 86227 more than doubles Intel's 33734, a 155.6% difference.

The AMD processor also dominates data compression, scoring 294298 versus 143123, a 105.6% lead. Random string sorting follows with a 87.6% advantage (32344 versus 17238). Extended instruction workloads favor AMD by 72.5% (20778 versus 12045). PassMark multi-thread shows a 63.3% gap (24779 versus 15170), while data encryption gives AMD a 36.5% edge (14925 versus 10933). Floating-point math is closer but still clearly AMD's: 52971 versus 42809, a 23.7% win. PassMark physics shows a modest 14% advantage for AMD (1337 versus 1173).

The Intel Core 7 350 claims five wins, all in single-thread or light-thread tests. The largest Intel victory is Cinebench R15 single-core, where 292 beats 220, a 24.7% margin. PassMark single-thread shows Intel ahead 4100 versus 3955, a 3.5% edge. Cinebench R23 single-core is very tight: 2046 versus 2010, a 1.8% win for Intel. PassMark find prime numbers favors Intel 107 versus 84, a 21.5% margin. The overall average benchmark score confirms the hierarchy: AMD's 37093 average places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel's 17779 average sits in the 71st percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 uses a Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, built on the Gorgon Point codename and part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core 7 350, by contrast, uses the Wildcat Lake codename on a 3 nm Intel process, part of the Core 5 generation. It has only 6 cores and 6 threads, with no simultaneous multi-threading, a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, then shares 8 MB of L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, with a smaller 6 MB shared L3. The L2 per-core difference is significant: Intel's 2.5 MB versus AMD's 1 MB suggests Intel designed for higher per-thread cache locality, but the lack of SMT means fewer threads overall.

Memory architecture is a major differentiator. AMD supports dual-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth, while Intel supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s. That 50% bandwidth advantage for AMD aligns with its dominance in memory-intensive workloads like data compression and random string sorting. AMD also enables ECC memory, which Intel does not. PCIe connectivity favors AMD as well: 16 Gen 4 lanes from the CPU versus Intel's 6 Gen 4 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ in naming and configuration. AMD uses the Radeon 860M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The power envelope is also distinct: AMD has a 28 W TDP, Intel a 15 W TDP. Socket types are incompatible: AMD Socket FP8 versus Intel BGA 1516. AMD's die size is recorded at 195 mm², while Intel's is not listed.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is the clear choice for multi-threaded, data-parallel, and memory-bandwidth-bound tasks. Its 16 threads versus Intel's 6 threads, combined with 89.6 GB/s dual-channel memory, produce the massive leads seen in Cinebench multi-core, integer math, data compression, and encryption. Workloads that scale with core count and memory throughput will consistently favor AMD. The 155.6% integer math advantage and 105.6% data compression lead indicate that compilation, scientific computing, and database operations would run markedly faster on the AMD part.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins in specific single-thread scenarios. Its Cinebench R15 single-core score of 292 versus 220 shows a 24.7% lead, suggesting that legacy single-threaded applications that rely on short, bursty execution may feel snappier on Intel. The passmark find prime numbers result (107 versus 84) indicates Intel has an edge in certain integer-heavy single-thread loops. However, the Cinebench R23 single-core gap is only 1.8% (2046 versus 2010), and PassMark single-thread is just 3.5% apart, so Intel's single-thread superiority is not uniform across all tests.

For general productivity, AMD's 63.3% lead in PassMark multi-thread and its 14% advantage in PassMark physics suggest that real-world multitasking and simulation workloads favor AMD. The Intel part's 15 W TDP versus AMD's 28 W TDP means the Intel chip may fit in more power-constrained chassis, but the benchmark data shows that power budget comes at a significant performance cost in almost every parallel workload.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 wins decisively. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, AMD scores 16054 versus Intel's 8030, a 99.9% advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a 101.4% lead (2457 versus 1220).

Q: Is the Intel Core 7 350 faster in single-thread tests?

A: Yes, but the margin is inconsistent. Intel wins Cinebench R15 single-core by 24.7% (292 versus 220) and PassMark single-thread by 3.5% (4100 versus 3955). In Cinebench R23 single-core, the gap narrows to 1.8% (2046 versus 2010).

Q: What explains the large gap in integer math performance?

A: The AMD processor scores 86227 in PassMark integer math versus Intel's 33734, a 155.6% difference. This correlates with AMD's 16 threads versus Intel's 6 threads and AMD's dual-channel memory providing 89.6 GB/s bandwidth versus Intel's single-channel 59.7 GB/s.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 7 350 does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 boosts to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 7 350 boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: AMD's average benchmark score is 37093, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs. Intel's average score is 17779, in the 71st percentile. AMD's nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-12900T with a delta of -0.1%, while Intel's nearest rival is the Intel Core 5 221TE with a delta of -0.5%.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 | Intel Core 7 350 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not listed |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Wildcat Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI PRO 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 195 mm² | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| 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 | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 860M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Release Date | 2026-01-04 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $469 |

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 as the superior processor for virtually all compute-intensive tasks. Its 85th percentile ranking versus Intel's 71st percentile, combined with a 37093 average benchmark score against 17779, establishes a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD part's 8 cores and 16 threads, dual-channel memory at 89.6 GB/s, and 5.10 GHz boost clock produce overwhelming leads in multi-core, integer math, data compression, and encryption workloads. The 101.4% Cinebench R15 multi-core win and 155.6% integer math advantage are not marginal differences; they represent a generational gap in parallel throughput.

The Intel Core 7 350 offers a narrower set of advantages. Its 15 W TDP makes it suitable for ultra-low-power designs, and its single-thread wins in Cinebench R15 (24.7%) and PassMark single-thread (3.5%) show that certain legacy or lightly threaded applications may run faster. The 3 nm Intel process node is more advanced than AMD's 4 nm TSMC node, and the larger per-core L2 cache (2.5 MB versus 1 MB) supports its single-thread focus. However, the Intel part's 6 threads, single-channel memory, and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth cap its multi-threaded potential.

For users running compiled workloads, data processing, encryption, or any parallel task, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 is the data-backed choice. For users prioritizing single-thread responsiveness in short bursts and requiring the lowest power draw, the Intel Core 7 350 has measurable, though limited, wins. The benchmark results show no scenario where Intel's single-thread success translates into an overall performance victory, as AMD wins 10 of 15 direct comparisons and holds the higher average score and percentile ranking.