AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 268V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, which wins 13 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons against the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V. The Intel part takes only 4 wins, and those are concentrated in specific single-threaded or specialized workloads.

The largest margin belongs to the AMD processor in PassMark integer math, where it scores 101831 versus 42669, a 138.7% advantage. This is the single biggest gap in the entire comparison and points to a substantial difference in general arithmetic throughput. Data compression follows closely: the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 354510 against 181443, a 95.4% lead. Random string sorting also favors AMD heavily at 39447 versus 22416, a 76% advantage.

Cinebench multicore results reinforce the pattern. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD part scores 18698 against 10653, a 75.5% lead. The older Cinebench R15 multicore test shows a nearly identical gap: 2842 versus 1616, a 75.9% advantage. PassMark multithread shows a 52.7% lead for AMD with 29467 against 19297. Geekbench multicore gives AMD a 38.1% lead with 13760 versus 9963.

Extended instruction workloads also favor AMD. PassMark extended instructions score 25113 for AMD versus 15323 for Intel, a 63.9% advantage. Data encryption shows a 32.8% lead for AMD with 18297 versus 13779. Floating point math is closer but still favors AMD: 62802 versus 57628, a 9% advantage. PassMark physics shows a modest 5.4% lead for AMD at 1704 versus 1617.

Single-core results are much tighter. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD leads by 3.7% with 1992 versus 1921. Cinebench R15 single-core gives AMD a 3.4% edge with 303 versus 293. However, Intel wins Geekbench single-core by 0.7% with 2270 versus 2253. The Intel part also takes PassMark single-thread by 5.2% with 4051 versus 3841, and PassMark find prime numbers by 39.1% with 192 versus 117. The prime number result is Intel's most pronounced single win, indicating an advantage in that specific integer search workload despite losing the broader integer math test by a wide margin.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 has an average benchmark score of 40048, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V averages 20897. AMD also ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs compared to Intel's 74th percentile.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 18698 in Cinebench R23 multicore, which is 75.5% higher than the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V's 10653.

Q: Does Intel win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins 4 benchmarks: Geekbench single-core by 0.7%, PassMark single-thread by 5.2%, PassMark singlethread by 5.2%, and PassMark find prime numbers by 39.1%.

Q: What is the closest benchmark result between the two?

A: The closest result is Geekbench single-core, where Intel wins 2270 versus 2253, a delta of only 0.7%. This is the narrowest margin in the entire head-to-head set.

Q: How does the AMD processor's nearest rival compare to its average score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 with an average score of 40081, which is 0.1% behind the Ryzen AI 9 365's 40048 average.

Q: What is the Intel processor's closest rival in the database?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE with an average score of 20900, essentially tied with Intel's 20897 average, showing a delta of 0%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename, belonging to the Ryzen AI 300 generation that combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V uses the Lunar Lake architecture, also known as Lunar Lake, and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 generation. It is built on a smaller 3 nm process, also at TSMC.

Core and thread counts diverge sharply. The AMD part has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel part has 8 cores and 8 threads. This means Intel's part lacks simultaneous multithreading, halving its thread count relative to its core count. The AMD part's thread advantage is likely a major factor behind its large multicore benchmark leads.

Cache layouts also differ. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's per-core L1 and L2 allocations are larger, but its total L3 is smaller.

The memory support differs as well. AMD supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a measured bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel's memory support is listed as dependent on the motherboard, and no memory bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

PCIe connectivity differs in generation and lane count. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU-only lanes, while Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 4 CPU-only lanes. The integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses the Radeon 880M, while Intel uses the Arc 140V. The AMD die size is recorded at 233 mm², while Intel's die size is not recorded. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The base clocks differ: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 runs at 2.00 GHz, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V runs at 2.20 GHz. Both share the same 5.00 GHz boost clock. The thermal design power differs substantially, with AMD rated at 28 W and Intel rated at 17 W.

The socket types are different. AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, while Intel uses Intel BGA 2833. The process nodes differ, with AMD at 4 nm and Intel at 3 nm. The foundry is the same for both: TSMC.

Core counts differ at 10 versus 8, and thread counts differ at 20 versus 8. The L1 cache differs at 80 KB per core versus 192 KB per core. L2 cache differs at 1 MB per core versus 2.5 MB per core. L3 cache differs at 16 MB versus 12 MB shared.

Memory support differs: AMD lists DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while Intel's memory support is listed as depending on the motherboard. Memory bandwidth is recorded for AMD at 89.6 GB/s but not recorded for Intel. PCIe differs: AMD uses Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 4 lanes. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 880M versus Arc 140V. Release dates differ, with AMD released on 2024-06-30 and Intel on 2024-09-23. The part numbers also differ, with AMD using 100-000001530 and Intel using SRPMLSRPMX.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 wins in nearly every multi-threaded and throughput-oriented workload. Cinebench R15 and R23 multicore results show leads of 75.9% and 75.5%, respectively. Geekbench multicore shows a 38.1% lead. PassMark multithread shows a 52.7% lead. Integer math, data compression, random string sorting, extended instructions, data encryption, floating point math, and physics all go to AMD with margins ranging from 5.4% to 138.7%. This makes the AMD part the clear choice for compute-heavy tasks such as rendering, data processing, and any workload that can use more than 8 threads.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V wins only in a narrow set of single-threaded or special-case workloads. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4051 beats AMD's 3841 by 5.2%, and its Geekbench single-core score of 2270 beats AMD's 2253 by 0.7%. The most notable Intel win is PassMark find prime numbers, where it scores 192 versus 117, a 39.1% advantage. This suggests Intel has a specific strength in prime-finding algorithms despite losing the broader integer math test by a wide margin. The Intel part also carries a lower 17 W TDP compared to AMD's 28 W, which could be relevant for thermally constrained designs.

The Verdict

The benchmark data delivers a clear verdict: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is the stronger processor overall. It wins 13 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, holds a 48th percentile advantage (87th versus 74th), and nearly doubles Intel's average benchmark score with 40048 against 20897. Its multicore performance is dominant, with leads of 75.5% or higher in both Cinebench R23 multicore and Cinebench R15 multicore. The AMD part also has more cores, more threads, and a larger L3 cache, which aligns with its benchmark dominance.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 268V is not without merit. It wins the single-thread PassMark tests and Geekbench single-core, and its prime number score is substantially higher. It also operates at a lower 17 W TDP, which may be an advantage in power-sensitive mobile designs. However, its single-thread wins are narrow, and its prime number win does not translate into broader integer math success, where AMD leads by 138.7%.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded application performance, rendering, data compression, encryption, or general throughput, the recorded data points squarely to the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365. For users focused on specific single-threaded workloads or prime number calculations, the Intel Core Ultra 7 268V shows measurable strengths, though its overall benchmark profile remains far behind AMD's. The data does not support a balanced trade-off; it supports AMD as the higher-performing part in the majority of measured scenarios.