AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

The data in the database positions the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and the Intel Core 7 360 as very different mobile processors. The AMD part is a 12-core, 24-thread Zen 5 design aimed at heavy parallel workloads, while the Intel part is a 6-core, 6-thread Wildcat Lake chip focused on efficiency. The benchmark results are overwhelmingly one-sided, but the single-threaded numbers offer a counterpoint worth examining.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 dominates the multi-core and throughput-oriented tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 3334 against Intel's 1374, a 142.6% advantage. The R23 multi-core test shows a 60% lead, with scores of 21812 versus 13634. These results confirm that the AMD part is in a different performance class for rendering and CPU-intensive tasks.

The gap widens further in synthetic math and data workloads. PassMark integer math is the most lopsided result: AMD scores 121754, Intel scores 34238, a 255.6% difference. Data compression shows a 183.4% lead (404918 vs 142877), and random string sorting shows a 152.6% lead (44552 vs 17636). Extended instructions tests also favor AMD heavily, with a 136.2% delta (29269 vs 12390). Floating-point math is 67.1% higher for AMD (75153 vs 44963).

Data encryption results show an 86.3% advantage for AMD (20802 vs 11164). Multi-threaded PassMark scores are 111.8% higher (32916 vs 15544), and the physics test shows a 50% lead (1819 vs 1213). Even the closest multi-core test, Cinebench R23 single-core, goes to AMD, but only by 3.3% (1988 vs 1924). The R15 single-core test is a larger win for AMD at 56% (301 vs 193). Prime number finding is nearly tied, with AMD ahead by just 1.7% (122 vs 120).

The Intel Core 7 360 wins exactly two recorded tests, both for single-threaded PassMark scores. It scores 4274 versus AMD's 3867, a 9.5% advantage. This is the same benchmark listed twice under slightly different names, so effectively Intel has one clear victory in the dataset. Despite losing almost every other test, this single-threaded result shows Intel's architecture can deliver higher peak frequency performance in lightly threaded scenarios.

Overall, AMD wins 13 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests. The average benchmark score reflects this: AMD sits at 46030, while Intel sits at 18374. In the percentile rankings, AMD places in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, while Intel places in the 72nd percentile.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is the correct choice for any workload that scales across cores. Its 12 cores and 24 threads provide a massive advantage in rendering, compression, encryption, and parallel math. The 89th percentile ranking places it near the top of the database, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-13900HX and AMD EPYC parts, confirming its high-end positioning.

The Intel Core 7 360 is the choice for users prioritizing maximum single-threaded PassMark performance or requiring the lowest power draw. Its 15W TDP is nearly half of AMD's 28W TDP, which matters for fanless designs or extreme battery life. The 72nd percentile ranking places it alongside desktop i3 parts like the Intel Core i3-13100 and Core i3-14100, showing it is a capable mainstream chip, not a performance flagship.

For buyers who need sustained multi-core throughput, the AMD part is the clear winner. For buyers who value the highest possible PassMark single-thread score and minimal power consumption, the Intel part has a specific niche. The data does not support any other conclusion: the AMD part is overwhelmingly faster in nearly every measured category.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 is built on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Point, and belongs to the Ryzen AI 300 generation. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Intel's Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. It is manufactured on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

Core counts diverge sharply. AMD provides 12 cores and 24 threads, while Intel provides 6 cores and 6 threads. Intel's part has no hyper-threading, so each core handles one thread. AMD's core count is double, and its thread count is four times higher.

Cache hierarchies also differ. AMD uses an 80 KB L1 per core, a 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel uses a 192 KB L1 per core, a 2.5 MB L2 per core, and only 6 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches likely contribute to its single-threaded PassMark win, but the smaller L3 limits multi-core scaling compared to AMD's 16 MB pool.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 890M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The database records no direct graphics benchmarks between these two, so their relative GPU performance is not quantified here.

Specification Differences

The most striking specification gap is memory bandwidth. AMD supports dual-channel memory with a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Intel supports single-channel memory with a recorded bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. This 29.9 GB/s difference helps explain AMD's large leads in memory-sensitive workloads like data compression and random string sorting.

Clock speeds favor AMD. The Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Core 7 360 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. AMD's higher boost clock is notable, but Intel's single-threaded PassMark win suggests its actual sustained single-core frequency is competitive.

Power targets are very different. AMD's TDP is 28W, Intel's is 15W. This makes Intel the lower-power option by 13W, which is a significant margin for mobile designs. PCIe lane counts also differ: AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, and neither supports ECC memory. The AMD die size is recorded at 233 mm², while Intel's die size is not listed.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the single-threaded performance difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 4274 against AMD's 3867, a 9.5% advantage. However, AMD wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 3.3% (1988 vs 1924) and Cinebench R15 single-core by 56% (301 vs 193).

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

A: The AMD part leads by 142.6% in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 60% in Cinebench R23 multi-core. PassMark multi-thread scores show a 111.8% advantage for AMD.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 supports dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 7 360 supports single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What are the power consumption figures?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 has a 28W TDP. The Intel Core 7 360 has a 15W TDP.

Q: How do the processors compare in the overall database rankings?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 sits in the 89th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 46030. The Intel Core 7 360 sits in the 72nd percentile with an average score of 18374.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 wins in every multi-core test in the database. It is the appropriate choice for video rendering, 3D modeling, code compilation, data compression, encryption, and any workload that can use more than six threads. The 255.6% lead in integer math and the 183.4% lead in data compression make it particularly strong for scientific computing and database workloads. The 89th percentile ranking means it competes with top-tier desktop and mobile HX-series processors.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in the PassMark single-thread test, scoring 9.5% higher than AMD. This gives it an edge in lightly threaded applications like legacy software, simple web browsing, or single-threaded productivity tools. The 15W TDP makes it the better fit for ultra-portable laptops, fanless designs, or any system where power draw is the primary constraint. The 72nd percentile ranking places it in the same performance bracket as desktop Core i3 processors, which is respectable for a low-power mobile chip.

The data shows no overlap in strengths. AMD owns parallel throughput, Intel owns single-threaded PassMark performance and power efficiency. Each processor has a clear domain where it is the superior choice.