AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep in the head-to-head comparison. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 wins all 11 benchmark comparisons, with the Intel Core 3 304 recording zero wins. The average benchmark scores reflect this gap: the AMD part scores 62498, while the Intel part scores 13745.

The largest margin appears in integer math. The AMD processor scores 107173 against Intel's 24640, a 335% advantage. This is the single biggest percentage delta in the entire dataset. Data compression follows closely, with AMD's 385174 score against Intel's 114775, a 235.6% lead. Random string sorting shows a 199.1% difference (40860 versus 13659), and extended instructions show a 173% difference (26441 versus 9686).

Multithreaded performance is heavily skewed toward AMD. The passmark multithread score is 31485 for AMD versus 11625 for Intel, a 170.8% delta. Physics results show a 101.3% advantage (1747 versus 868). Floating point math delivers 66824 against 29722, a 124.8% lead. Data encryption shows 19308 versus 8501, a 127.1% gap. Prime number finding shows 126 versus 68, an 85.3% advantage.

The narrowest margin is in single-thread performance. AMD scores 4168, Intel scores 3614, a 15.3% delta. This is the only benchmark where the two processors are relatively close. Even here, though, the direction is consistent: AMD leads in every measured workload.

The percentile data reinforces the pattern. AMD sits at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs, while Intel sits at the 68th percentile. The nearest rival data for AMD shows scores in the 61841 to 63080 range, with deltas of -0.9% to +1.1% against the AMD average. Intel's nearest rivals cluster between 13594 and 13936, with deltas of -1.4% to +1.1%. The two processors are not competing in the same performance tier according to the recorded averages.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multithread benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 scores 31485 in the passmark multithread test, while the Intel Core 3 304 scores 11625, giving AMD a 170.8% advantage.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: AMD scores 4168 and Intel scores 3614 in the passmark single-thread test. The delta is 15.3% in favor of AMD.

Q: How do the two processors compare in memory bandwidth?

A: AMD supports dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: AMD has 10 cores and 20 threads. Intel has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds?

A: AMD has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Intel has a boost clock of 4.30 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: AMD ranks at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs. Intel ranks at the 68th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Gorgon Point codename, part of the Ryzen AI PRO 400 generation (Zen 5 / Zen 5c). It is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, part of the Core 3 (Wildcat Lake) generation, built on a 3 nm process by Intel. The AMD part uses 10 cores with a split configuration implied by the Zen 5 / Zen 5c generation label, while Intel uses a single core type with 5 cores.

Cache structures differ substantially. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3. The per-core versus shared cache designs reflect different philosophies: AMD scales L2 with core count, Intel pools a smaller L3.

The memory controllers differ in width. AMD uses a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, and neither supports ECC memory.

PCIe lane allocation also differs. AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). This is a significant difference for systems that rely on CPU-attached peripherals.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 890M. Intel uses the Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe). The socket types are different: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel BGA 1516.

Specification Differences

The core counts differ by 5 cores and 15 threads. AMD has 10 cores and 20 threads; Intel has 5 cores and 5 threads. The base clocks differ: AMD runs at 2.00 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks differ by 0.70 GHz: AMD reaches 5.00 GHz, Intel reaches 4.30 GHz.

Thermal design power differs by 13 watts. AMD is rated at 28 W, Intel at 15 W. This positions Intel as a lower-power part, though the benchmark data shows AMD delivering substantially higher performance.

The L3 cache differs by 10 MB. AMD has 16 MB, Intel has 6 MB (shared). L1 cache differs by 112 KB in total: AMD has 80 KB per core (which scales with 10 cores), Intel has 192 KB total. L2 cache differs by 1.5 MB total: AMD has 1 MB per core, Intel has 2.5 MB total.

Memory bandwidth differs by 29.9 GB/s. AMD has 89.6 GB/s, Intel has 59.7 GB/s. The memory bus width differs: AMD is dual-channel, Intel is single-channel.

PCIe lanes differ by 10 lanes. AMD has 16 Gen 4 lanes, Intel has 6 Gen 4 lanes. The process nodes differ: AMD uses 4 nm TSMC, Intel uses 3 nm Intel. The release dates differ: AMD entered production in January 2026, Intel in April 2026. Intel has a launch MSRP of $309; AMD has no launch MSRP recorded.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 wins every recorded benchmark. The pattern is consistent across all workload types. In integer math, the 335% lead suggests strong ALU throughput. In data compression, the 235.6% lead suggests efficient memory handling and parallel execution. The 85.3% lead in prime number finding indicates strong branch prediction and integer division performance.

The AMD part excels in heavily parallel workloads. The multithread score of 31485 versus 11625 and the physics score of 1747 versus 868 both point to scalability across 20 threads versus 5 threads. The dual-channel memory bus at 89.6 GB/s likely supports this scaling, as does the 16 MB L3 cache.

The Intel Core 3 304 shows its closest relative performance in single-thread workloads, where the delta narrows to 15.3%. This indicates that the Wildcat Lake core is comparatively efficient on a per-thread basis, but the 5-thread limit caps its aggregate throughput. The 3 nm Intel process and 15 W TDP suggest a power-efficient design, though the recorded benchmarks do not include power measurements.

For workloads that depend on single-thread responsiveness, such as light office tasks or legacy applications, the Intel part is less disadvantaged. For any workload that scales with thread count, cache size, or memory bandwidth, the AMD part dominates. The 93rd versus 68th percentile comparison confirms this division: AMD sits near the top of the overall CPU distribution, Intel sits below the 70th percentile.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear selection based on workload profile. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 should be chosen for multithreaded applications, data-heavy tasks, and any environment where the 20 threads and 16 MB L3 cache can be utilized. Its benchmark wins are comprehensive, with margins ranging from 15.3% in single-thread to 335% in integer math.

The Intel Core 3 304 should be chosen only where its 15 W TDP and 3 nm process are critical constraints. The recorded data shows no benchmark where Intel wins, so the selection rationale must come from outside the performance measurements: lower thermal envelope, smaller physical footprint, or the single-channel memory design that may simplify motherboard layout.

The average benchmark score gap is 48753 points in favor of AMD. The percentile gap is 25 points. The nearest rival comparisons show AMD competing with high-end desktop and mobile parts (Intel Core i9-13900KF within 1.1%, Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX within 0.4%), while Intel competes with older and lower-tier parts (Intel Core i7-8750H within 0.9%, AMD EPYC 7443 within 1.4%).

For a system builder prioritizing raw performance, the AMD part is the only choice supported by the data. For a system builder prioritizing minimal power draw or a specific socket requirement, the Intel part remains viable, but the performance trade-off is substantial and consistent across every measured workload. The launch MSRP of $309 for Intel provides a price reference point, but the performance data alone does not justify selecting it on capability grounds.