AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 vs Intel Core 3 N350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a complete sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 across all 15 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core 3 N350 does not win a single test. The margins are substantial in every category, but the size of the gap varies depending on the workload.

The largest difference appears in the PassMark extended instructions test, where the AMD chip scores 24773 against Intel's 3981. That is a 522.3% advantage. This type of workload, which exercises advanced CPU instruction sets, is not a contest between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 also shows a 520% lead in the PassMark find prime numbers test, scoring 124 versus 20. These two tests represent the most extreme deltas in the dataset.

Cinebench results confirm the pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 17462.5, which is 178.3% ahead of the Intel Core 3 N350's 6274. The single-core version of the same test shows a 125.6% lead, with scores of 1996.5 and 885 respectively. The older Cinebench R15 test shows an even larger multi-core gap: 2672.5 versus 632, a 322.9% difference. The R15 single-core result is 247 versus 89, a 177.5% lead for AMD.

PassMark integer math puts the AMD part at 99156 and the Intel part at 27669, a 258.4% gap. Floating point math shows a similar story: 62411 versus 17781, which is 251% in favor of AMD. The multi-threaded PassMark score is 28986 for AMD and 7382 for Intel, a 292.7% difference. The physics test follows with 1689 versus 446, a 278.7% gap.

Data compression and encryption also favor AMD heavily. The compression score is 349463 versus 80444, a 334.4% advantage. Encryption shows 17601 versus 5693, a 209.2% lead. Random string sorting is 37379 versus 10102, a 270% difference.

The closest result in the entire dataset is the PassMark single-thread test. AMD scores 3750 and Intel scores 1974, which is still a 90% lead for AMD. Even in the test where the Intel part comes closest, it trails by nearly double. The data shows no scenario where the Intel Core 3 N350 is competitive with the Ryzen AI 9 465.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is one-sided. The database records 15 wins for AMD and 0 for Intel. However, the composition of those wins reveals which workloads are most affected.

For users running multi-threaded productivity applications, the AMD chip is the clear choice. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17462.5 places it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 3 N350, by contrast, sits in the 66th percentile. The multi-core advantage of 178.3% in R23 and 322.9% in R15 indicates that rendering, video encoding, and software compilation tasks will complete far faster on the AMD platform.

Single-thread performance also favors AMD, but the margin is smaller. The Cinebench R23 single-core delta of 125.6% and the PassMark single-thread delta of 90% show that the AMD chip has a meaningful lead in lightly threaded tasks such as web browsing, office document work, and general desktop responsiveness. The Intel part is not weak in isolation, but it is outclassed.

The PassMark extended instructions test, with its 522.3% delta, points to workloads that use advanced SIMD or cryptographic instruction sets. The AMD chip's 10-core, 20-thread design with Zen 5 architecture handles these operations much more efficiently. The Intel Core 3 N350, with its 8 cores and 8 threads on the Twin Lake architecture, falls far behind.

The Intel Core 3 N350 does have its own territory, but it is not defined by benchmark wins. Its 7W TDP and 0.10 GHz base clock indicate a design aimed at low-power, fanless, or passively cooled systems. The database shows that its average benchmark score is 9903, which places it near the Intel Core i7-3770 with a 2% delta and the Intel Core i5-1035G1 with a 2.3% delta. For workloads that require minimal power draw and modest sustained performance, the Intel part is adequate. For any performance-sensitive task, the data does not support choosing it.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 uses the Zen 5 architecture with the Gorgon Point codename and belongs to the Ryzen AI 400 generation, which combines Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 3 N350 uses the Twin Lake architecture with the same Twin Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation based on Alder Lake-N. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

The core configurations differ significantly. AMD provides 10 cores and 20 threads, while Intel provides 8 cores and 8 threads. The AMD chip has simultaneous multithreading, which effectively doubles its thread count. The Intel chip does not. This explains much of the multi-core benchmark disparity.

Cache layouts also diverge. The AMD part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD chip's larger total cache, particularly the 16 MB L3, supports its higher thread count and more demanding workloads.

Memory support is another point of separation. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over a single-channel bus with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The AMD part has more than double the memory bandwidth, which directly impacts integrated graphics performance and data-heavy tasks.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 880M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, but the memory bandwidth difference alone suggests a large gap in iGPU performance. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while Intel provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes. This affects external GPU bandwidth and NVMe storage speeds.

Clock speeds show a contrasting strategy. The AMD chip has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel chip has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. The Intel base clock is extraordinarily low, indicating that the chip spends most of its time at very low frequencies to conserve power. The TDP figures confirm this: AMD is rated at 28W, Intel at 7W.

The sockets are not interchangeable. AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses BGA 1264. The release dates are also different, with Intel launching on January 6, 2025, and AMD arriving later in the year on December 31, 2025.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Core 3 N350 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 17462.5 versus 6274 for Intel, a 178.3% lead. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the gap is 322.9% with scores of 2672.5 and 632.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 scores 1996.5 in Cinebench R23 single-core versus 885 for Intel, a 125.6% advantage. In PassMark single-thread, the scores are 3750 versus 1974, a 90% lead.

Q: Which chip has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 has 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth over a dual-channel bus. The Intel Core 3 N350 has 38.4 GB/s over a single-channel bus.

Q: How do the TDP ratings compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 is rated at 28W, while the Intel Core 3 N350 is rated at 7W. The Intel chip is designed for much lower power consumption.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 uses a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 3 N350 uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 wins all 15 recorded tests, and the margins range from 90% to over 520%. The AMD chip sits in the 88th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 43431. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 with a 0.2% delta, the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H with a 0.5% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 7 170 with a -0.6% delta. These are all close competitors in the same performance class.

The Intel Core 3 N350 sits in the 66th percentile with an average benchmark score of 9903. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-3770 with a 2% delta, the Intel Core i5-1035G1 with a 2.3% delta, and the AMD EPYC 7F52 with a -2.5% delta. This places it in a much older or lower-tier performance bracket. The comparison to the Intel Core i7-3770, a desktop processor from a previous era, shows where the N350 stands.

For users who need sustained multi-threaded performance, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 is the only choice based on the data. The 178.3% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and the 292.7% lead in PassMark multi-thread make it suitable for rendering, compiling, and heavy productivity workloads. The 28W TDP is higher than Intel's 7W, but that power budget buys a much larger core count and clock speed.

For users who prioritize extremely low power consumption above all else, the Intel Core 3 N350 has a place. Its 7W TDP and 0.10 GHz base clock suggest it is meant for fanless designs, battery-operated devices, or always-on systems where performance is secondary. The database shows it can handle basic tasks, but every benchmark indicates that the AMD part is faster by a wide margin.

The verdict from the recorded data is simple: the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 outperforms the Intel Core 3 N350 in every measured category. The Intel part is not a competitor in performance terms, but rather a low-power alternative for a completely different use case.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 | Intel Core 3 N350 |

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

| Cores | 10 | 8 |

| Threads | 20 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 3.90 GHz |

| TDP | 28W | 7W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Twin Lake |

| Codename | Gorgon Point | Twin Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen AI 400 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c) | Core 3 (Alder Lake-N) |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 233 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

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

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5, LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 9 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 880M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Release Date | 2025-12-31 | 2025-01-06 |

| Part Number | 100-000001861 | SRPNS |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |