AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data reveals a clear split between these two processors, with the Intel Core 7 253PE taking 10 wins out of 15 head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 claims 5 wins. The most dramatic margin comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Intel part scores 3512 against AMD's 1992, a 76.3% advantage. That is a massive gap in single-threaded performance, and it carries over to Cinebench R23 multi-core, where Intel's 24880 score beats AMD's 18698 by 33.1%.

However, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 strikes back in Cinebench R15 multi-core, scoring 2842 versus Intel's 2507, an 11.8% lead. This inversion between R15 and R23 multi-core results suggests the two chips scale differently across workload intensities and durations. In single-core R15, Intel still wins, but by a smaller 16.8% margin (354 vs 303).

Looking at the PassMark suite, Intel dominates in several compute-heavy tests. Floating point math goes to Intel at 80870 against AMD's 62802, a 28.8% lead. Integer math favors Intel by 12.1% (114158 vs 101831). Prime number finding shows Intel ahead by 17.9% (138 vs 117). Physics tests go Intel's way by 8.3% (1845 vs 1704). Extended instructions see AMD take the win, 25113 vs 21806, a 13.2% margin. Data compression also goes to AMD, 354510 vs 339133, a 4.3% edge. Random string sorting is AMD's biggest PassMark win, 39447 vs 32777, a 16.9% advantage.

The closest contests are data encryption, where Intel edges out AMD by just 0.5% (18385 vs 18297), and PassMark multithread, where AMD wins by only 0.7% (29467 vs 29271). Single-thread PassMark shows Intel ahead by 3% (3955 vs 3841). The overall picture is that Intel wins most math and physics workloads by double-digit margins, while AMD wins in data compression, extended instructions, and random string sorting, plus the R15 multi-core test.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different platforms. Intel's Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. AMD's Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Strix Point codename from the Ryzen AI 300 generation, built on Zen 5 architecture (with Zen 5c cores also part of the design). AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm process, and the die measures 233 mm². Intel does not report a die size in the database.

Both chips have 10 cores and 20 threads, so thread counts are identical. Cache configurations differ substantially. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. AMD also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but L2 drops to 1 MB per core, and L3 is 16 MB shared. That gives Intel a 17 MB advantage in L3 capacity, which likely contributes to its strong multi-core Cinebench R23 performance.

Memory support diverges as well. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both run dual-channel memory with identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. ECC memory is supported on Intel but not on AMD. PCIe generation differs: Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ, with Intel using UHD Graphics 730 and AMD using Radeon 880M.

The sockets are incompatible: Intel uses Socket 1700, AMD uses Socket FP8. The Intel chip is classified as a desktop part, while AMD is a mobile part. Intel's base clock is 2.50 GHz with a 5.50 GHz boost, while AMD runs lower at 2.00 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost. Despite the lower clocks, AMD posts competitive multi-threaded results, which points to architectural efficiency from the Zen 5 design. Intel's TDP is 65 watts, AMD's is 28 watts, a significant difference that reflects their target platforms. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

Intel's wins concentrate in raw compute throughput. The 76.3% single-core lead in Cinebench R23 makes it the clear choice for applications that depend on single-threaded responsiveness. Floating point math, integer math, physics simulations, and prime number calculation all favor Intel by margins ranging from 8.3% to 28.8%. These are workloads that stress the execution pipeline and benefit from high boost clocks, which Intel's 5.50 GHz provides against AMD's 5.00 GHz.

AMD's wins are more specialized but still meaningful. The 11.8% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core suggests that AMD's core architecture handles shorter, bursty multi-threaded workloads efficiently, possibly thanks to the Zen 5c efficiency cores. Data compression and random string sorting both go to AMD, with the sorting test showing a 16.9% margin. Extended instructions favor AMD by 13.2%, which indicates better SIMD or vector processing throughput in certain instruction sets. The PassMark multithread score is essentially tied, with AMD ahead by only 0.7%.

For productivity users, Intel's combination of Cinebench R23 multi-core dominance (33.1% ahead) and strong integer math performance makes it the better all-around compute engine. For workloads that involve heavy data manipulation, compression, or string processing, AMD's architecture appears better optimized. The encryption test is a virtual tie, so neither chip has a meaningful advantage there.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 253PE | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 |

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

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.50 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 28 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket FP8 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Strix Point |

| Generation | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) | Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) |

| Process node | 10 nm | 4 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die size | Not reported | 233 mm² |

| L2 cache | 2 MB per core | 1 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 33 MB shared | 16 MB |

| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

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

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon 880M |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-06-30 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | Not reported |

The launch MSRP for the Intel part is $384, noted once here as recorded in the database. AMD does not have a launch MSRP listed. The release dates show Intel arriving nearly two years after AMD, which may explain the architectural differences: AMD's 4 nm TSMC process is newer and denser than Intel's 10 nm node, but Intel compensates with higher clocks and larger caches.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every single-core benchmark in the head-to-head data. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 3512 versus AMD's 1992, a 76.3% advantage. PassMark single-thread also favors Intel, 3955 vs 3841, a 3% lead.

Q: Why does AMD win Cinebench R15 multi-core but lose R23 multi-core?

A: AMD's Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 2842 in R15 multi-core against Intel's 2507, an 11.8% win. But in R23 multi-core, Intel reverses the result with 24880 versus AMD's 18698, a 33.1% lead. The data suggests AMD handles shorter multi-threaded bursts well, while Intel sustains higher throughput in longer or more demanding render workloads.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both have 10 cores and 20 threads. However, the cache hierarchy differs: Intel has 2 MB L2 per core and 33 MB shared L3, while AMD has 1 MB L2 per core and 16 MB shared L3.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Core 7 253PE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 does not list ECC support in the database.

Q: What are the TDP differences?

A: Intel has a 65 W TDP, while AMD has a 28 W TDP. This reflects their market segments: Intel is a desktop part, AMD is a mobile part.

Q: Are there any benchmark ties?

A: The closest result is data encryption, where Intel wins by just 0.5% (18385 vs 18297). PassMark multithread is nearly tied, with AMD winning by 0.7% (29467 vs 29271).

The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 253PE is the stronger performer in most compute-heavy benchmarks. It wins 10 of 15 head-to-head tests, including decisive margins in Cinebench R23 multi-core (33.1% ahead), Cinebench R23 single-core (76.3% ahead), floating point math (28.8% ahead), and integer math (12.1% ahead). Its larger L3 cache (33 MB vs 16 MB), higher boost clock (5.50 GHz vs 5.00 GHz), and desktop-oriented 65 W TDP all support these results. The database places both chips at the 87th percentile among all CPUs, but Intel's average benchmark score of 40557 edges AMD's 40048 by about 1.3%.

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is the efficiency pick. Its 28 W TDP is less than half of Intel's, making it suitable for mobile platforms where power draw matters. It wins in data compression, extended instructions, random string sorting, and Cinebench R15 multi-core. For users who prioritize those specific workloads, or who need a mobile form factor, AMD offers competitive performance at much lower power.

For desktop users who want maximum compute throughput, particularly in rendering, physics, and math-heavy applications, the Intel Core 7 253PE is the data-supported choice. For mobile users or those whose workloads emphasize data compression and sorting, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 delivers those wins while consuming far less power. The 0.5% encryption result and 0.7% multithread result show the chips are closely matched in some areas, but the overall benchmark record clearly favors Intel in raw performance.