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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE contains no benchmark scores, so all measured performance comparisons must be drawn from the Intel Core 3 305 results. The Intel Core 3 305 holds an average benchmark score of 18302, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i3-14100 with an average score of 18318 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core 5 330 at 18345 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core 7 360 at 18374 (0.4% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E at 18230 (0.4% lower). These deltas effectively place the Core 3 305 in a tightly packed cluster, where the spread between its closest competitors is less than 1%.

Looking at the Intel Core 3 305's individual Cinebench results, the multicore scores show a clear progression across versions: 1322 in Cinebench R15, 5511 in Cinebench R20, and 13123 in Cinebench R23. The single-core results scale similarly, with 186 in R15, 777 in R20, and 1852 in R23. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13123 is the highest recorded for this processor across all three Cinebench iterations, reflecting the maximum sustained multi-threaded workload performance in the dataset.

The Passmark suite provides a broader view of the Core 3 305's workload-specific strengths. The data compression score of 146857 is the most substantial figure in the entire Passmark set, far outpacing the integer math score of 32295 and the floating point math score of 42284. The random string sorting score of 17623 and the extended instructions score of 13543 further indicate strong performance in data manipulation tasks. The encryption score of 11019 is notably lower than the compression score, while the find prime numbers score of 115 is the lowest recorded metric for this chip. The multithread score of 15439 and the single thread score of 3977 round out the suite, with the physics score of 1233 representing a moderate result for that specific workload.

Because the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has no benchmark entries in the database, the head-to-head comparison cannot rely on direct score differences. The data instead highlights that the Intel Core 3 305 has a complete, verified benchmark profile, while the AMD part lacks any measured scores, leaving its performance position undefined relative to the Intel processor.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Core 3 305 records an average benchmark score of 18302.

Q: How close is the Intel Core 3 305 to its nearest rivals?

A: The closest rival is the Intel Core i3-14100 with an average score of 18318, a delta of only 0.1%. The AMD Ryzen 5 2600E scores 18230, which is 0.4% lower.

Q: What is the strongest Passmark result for the Intel Core 3 305?

A: The data compression test returns a score of 146857, the highest single result in the Passmark suite for this processor.

Q: What is the weakest Passmark result for the Intel Core 3 305?

A: The find prime numbers test returns a score of 115, the lowest recorded metric across all Passmark tests for this chip.

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

A: No, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has an empty benchmarks array and an average benchmark score of 0, so no measured performance data exists for it.

Q: What percentile does the Intel Core 3 305 hold?

A: The Intel Core 3 305 sits in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 305 demonstrates a clear, data-backed advantage in every measured category, since it is the only processor in this comparison with benchmark results. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13123 and single-core score of 1852 establish a baseline for both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads. In the Passmark suite, the compression score of 146857 indicates a decisive strength in data compression tasks, while the floating point math score of 42284 and integer math score of 32295 show solid arithmetic throughput. The multithread score of 15439 confirms that the processor can leverage its thread count effectively in parallel workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE cannot be assigned any workload wins from the recorded data, as no benchmark scores are present. The database shows zero wins for the AMD part in the head-to-head comparison, and the wins counter for the Intel part is likewise zero, reflecting the absence of paired measurements. The only conclusion the data supports is that the Intel Core 3 305 has a fully characterized performance profile, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE remains unmeasured.

For users prioritizing single-thread responsiveness, the Core 3 305's Passmark single thread score of 3977 provides a reference point. For heavily parallel tasks, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13123 and the Passmark multithread score of 15439 serve as the relevant indicators. The Core 3 305's nearest rival data further contextualizes its standing: it trails the Intel Core i3-14100 by only 0.1%, meaning the two are effectively performance peers in the database's scoring system.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ substantially in core configuration. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 305 provides 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part has no hyperthreading-style thread multiplication, as its thread count matches its core count doubled, whereas the Intel part has a one-to-one core-to-thread ratio. Base clocks differ as well: the AMD chip runs at 2.00 GHz, while the Intel chip runs at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks also favor AMD, with 5.10 GHz versus 4.30 GHz for Intel.

Thermal design points are markedly different. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core 3 305 has a TDP of 15 watts. This indicates a much lower power envelope for the Intel part. Socket and form factor also diverge completely: AMD uses Socket AM5, a desktop platform, while Intel uses BGA 1516, a mobile soldered package. The market segments reflect this, with AMD listed as Desktop and Intel as Mobile.

Memory architecture separates the two as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel memory bus with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel part supports the same memory types but over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory support is present on the AMD processor, but absent on the Intel processor. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 12 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ in branding. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE uses the Radeon 860M, while the Intel Core 3 305 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The part numbers also distinguish them: AMD lists 100-000001921, and Intel lists SAE3L. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309. The AMD part has no launch MSRP listed in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE belongs to the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation and uses a Zen 5 / Zen 5c hybrid architecture under the codename Gorgon Point. The Intel Core 3 305 belongs to the Core 3 generation with the Wildcat Lake codename. Manufacturing processes differ: AMD uses a 4 nm node from TSMC, while Intel uses a 3 nm node from its own foundry. The AMD die size is listed at 195 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies show distinct layouts. The AMD processor allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor lists 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The per-core L1 allocation on AMD scales with its 8-core design, while Intel's L1 figure represents the total for the chip. The L3 cache on Intel is explicitly shared, while the AMD L3 figure is a single pooled amount.

Clock behavior also reflects architectural choices. The AMD part has a 2.00 GHz base and a 5.10 GHz boost, a spread of 3.10 GHz, while the Intel part has a 1.50 GHz base and a 4.30 GHz boost, a spread of 2.80 GHz. The AMD boost clock is the highest in this comparison by a margin of 0.80 GHz. The production status for both is Active, with the AMD part released on 2026-03-01 and the Intel part on 2026-04-15. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Power efficiency is a differentiator in the architecture comparison. The Intel Core 3 305 operates at a 15 watt TDP despite using a more advanced 3 nm process, while the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450GE operates at 35 watts on a 4 nm process. The Intel part's lower TDP aligns with its mobile BGA 1516 socket and single-channel memory bus, while the AMD part's higher TDP aligns with its desktop AM5 socket and dual-channel memory support. The data indicates two fundamentally different platform philosophies: a high-core-count desktop processor with broad memory bandwidth from AMD, and a low-power mobile processor with a compact package from Intel.