AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part offers double the core count and four times the thread count.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is built on TSMC's 4 nm process, while the Intel Core 7 360 uses Intel's 3 nm node. Both are mobile processors, but the Intel chip uses a newer fabrication process.

Q: Which processor wins in single-threaded PassMark performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 wins in PassMark single-threaded performance with a score of 4274, which is 7% higher than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370's score of 3973. This is the only category where Intel leads in the head-to-head results.

Q: How do the memory buses differ?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 uses a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel Core 7 360 uses single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel Core 7 360 has a TDP of 15 watts. The Intel chip consumes less power on paper.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has 16 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part provides more than double the L3 capacity.

Where Each One Wins

The head-to-head benchmark data is decisive in most categories, but there is one clear split. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 wins 13 of the 15 recorded comparisons, covering essentially all multi-threaded workloads, rendering tasks, math operations, and memory-intensive tests. The Intel Core 7 360 wins exactly two comparisons: both variations of the PassMark single-thread test, where it scores 4274 against AMD's 3973, a 7% advantage.

For heavily parallel workloads, the AMD chip is the dominant choice. In Cinebench R23 multicore, AMD scores 21761 versus Intel's 13634, a 59.6% lead. The gap widens further in integer math, where AMD delivers 122933 against Intel's 34238, a 259.1% advantage. Data compression tells a similar story: AMD scores 445719, which is 212% higher than Intel's 142877. The AMD processor also leads in multithreaded PassMark with 35148 versus 15544, a 126.1% difference.

The Intel Core 7 360 finds its niche in lightly threaded workloads. Its single-thread PassMark score of 4274 is the sole area where it outperforms the AMD part. However, in Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD still wins, scoring 2018 against Intel's 1924, a 4.9% lead. The Intel chip's single-thread win does not extend to all single-threaded benchmarks. The data suggests the Intel part has a focused strength in specific single-threaded integer workloads, but AMD retains the edge in most other single-threaded tests.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Strix Point codename, belonging to the Ryzen AI 300 generation that mixes Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, though its architecture field is not specified in the database.

The process node differs: AMD uses TSMC's 4 nm process with a die size of 233 mm², while Intel uses its own 3 nm process with no die size recorded. The AMD chip is fabricated by TSMC, while the Intel chip is made by Intel's own foundry.

Cache organization is another major architectural split. AMD uses 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of L3 cache. Intel uses 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, but only 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel design allocates more cache per core at the L1 and L2 levels, but AMD's larger L3 pool serves its 12-core configuration.

The integrated graphics also differ. AMD pairs the CPU with a Radeon 890M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. PCIe support varies as well: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel offers Gen 4 with only 6 CPU lanes. The AMD processor uses a dual-channel memory bus, while Intel uses single-channel, a difference that contributes to the large memory bandwidth gap of 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts represent the most significant specification gap. AMD provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel provides 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD part has no multithreading deficit, while the Intel chip has no simultaneous multithreading.

Clock speeds differ as well. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core 7 360 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. AMD holds the advantage in both base and boost frequencies.

TDP ratings favor Intel at 15 watts versus AMD's 28 watts, though this comes with a substantial performance trade-off. The sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket FP8, while Intel uses BGA 1516.

Memory bandwidth is a notable differentiator. AMD's dual-channel setup delivers 89.6 GB/s, while Intel's single-channel configuration provides 59.7 GB/s. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X, and neither supports ECC memory.

The L3 cache differs substantially: AMD has 16 MB, Intel has 6 MB shared. The production status for both is listed as active, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The release dates are far apart: AMD launched on 2024-06-30, while Intel is dated 2026-04-15. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $426; no launch MSRP is available for the AMD part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest win for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 comes in PassMark integer math, where it scores 122933 versus Intel's 34238, a 259.1% advantage. This is the single biggest delta in the dataset. Data compression follows closely, with AMD at 445719 and Intel at 142877, a 212% lead. Random string sorting shows a 176.3% difference, with AMD scoring 48723 against Intel's 17636. Extended instructions deliver a 155.5% gap, 31653 versus 12390.

Cinebench R15 multicore shows AMD at 3409.5 against Intel's 1374, a 148.1% lead. PassMark multithread shows a 126.1% difference, 35148 versus 15544. Data encryption shows a 99.3% gap, 22252 versus 11164. Floating point math shows a 71% lead, 76892 versus 44963. Cinebench R23 multicore shows a 59.6% difference, 21761 versus 13634. Cinebench R15 single-core shows a 58.8% lead, 306.5 versus 193. PassMark physics shows a 55.1% gap, 1881 versus 1213.

The closest margins are more interesting. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD wins by only 4.9%, scoring 2018 against Intel's 1924. In PassMark find prime numbers, AMD wins by a slim 5%, 126 versus 120. These narrow results suggest that in certain lightly threaded integer workloads, the two chips are nearly equivalent despite their architectural differences.

The only Intel wins are in PassMark single-thread and PassMark singlethread, which are the same test recorded twice. Intel scores 4274 in both, against AMD's 3973, a 7% advantage. This is the sole bright spot for Intel in the entire head-to-head dataset.

The average benchmark score tells a broader story. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 has an average score of 37904 and sits at the 86th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14901E at 37911 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X at 37943 (-0.1%), and the Intel Core 5 211E at 37829 (0.2%). The Intel Core 7 360 has an average score of 18374 and sits at the 72nd percentile. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18380 (0% delta), the Intel Core 5 330 at 18345 (0.2%), the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18318 (0.3%), and the Intel Core 3 305 at 18302 (0.4%). The AMD part's average score is more than double the Intel part's, and it ranks 14 percentile points higher.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear division of roles. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 is the processor for multi-threaded workloads, content creation, and compute-heavy tasks. Its 59.6% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore, 126.1% lead in PassMark multithread, and 212% lead in data compression make it the choice for rendering, encoding, and parallel processing. The 86th percentile ranking and average score of 37904 place it in a different performance class than the Intel Core 7 360, which averages 18374 and ranks at the 72nd percentile.

The Intel Core 7 360 is the processor for specific single-threaded integer tasks. Its 7% win in PassMark single-thread is the only benchmark where it beats the AMD chip. The lower 15-watt TDP also makes it the more power-efficient option on paper, which may suit fanless or ultra-portable designs. The recorded launch MSRP of $426 provides a reference point, though the database contains no pricing information for the AMD part to compare against.

The benchmark results indicate that the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 delivers roughly double the average performance of the Intel Core 7 360, with wins in 13 of 15 head-to-head tests. The Intel chip's single-thread advantage is real but narrow, and it does not translate into wins in other single-threaded benchmarks like Cinebench R23 single-core, where AMD leads by 4.9%. For buyers prioritizing raw throughput, the AMD processor is the obvious pick. For workloads that are strictly single-threaded integer operations on a platform with a 15-watt power envelope, the Intel Core 7 360 has a specific, narrow appeal.