AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 vs Intel Core 3 N350 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 and Intel Core 3 N350 occupy different tiers of the mobile processor market, and the benchmark data reflects a clear separation in capability. The P132 delivers a commanding performance lead across every recorded workload, while the N350 offers a distinctly lower-power alternative with its own set of trade-offs. The following analysis draws from the database records for both processors, focusing on measured scores, architectural choices, and specification differences.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark results show a decisive sweep: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 wins all 11 recorded comparisons, with the Intel Core 3 N350 recording zero victories. The largest margin appears in extended instructions, where the P132 scores 16,520 against the N350's 3,981, a delta of 315%. This indicates a substantial advantage in workloads that leverage specialized instruction sets, likely reflecting the newer Zen 5 microarchitecture's capabilities.

Data compression is another area of overwhelming dominance. The P132 posts 230,437 points versus 80,444 for the N350, a 186.5% difference. This workload is heavily dependent on memory bandwidth and parallel execution, and the P132's dual-channel memory interface, rated at 89.6 GB/s, provides a clear foundation for the result. The N350's single-channel bus, rated at 38.4 GB/s, constrains its throughput in this test.

Multithreaded performance shows a similar pattern. The P132 scores 19,262 in the PassMark multithread test, while the N350 manages 7,382, a 160.9% delta. The P132 uses 6 cores with 12 threads, while the N350 uses 8 cores with 8 threads; despite having fewer physical cores, the P132's simultaneous multithreading and higher boost clock of 4.50 GHz against 3.90 GHz deliver a decisive advantage. The physics test follows suit, with the P132 at 1,022 versus 446, a 129.1% margin.

Single-thread performance is less lopsided but still clearly favors the P132. In the PassMark single-thread test, the P132 scores 3,713 against the N350's 1,974, an 88.1% difference. This mirrors the boost clock gap: the P132 reaches 4.50 GHz, while the N350 tops out at 3.90 GHz. Integer math shows a 125% lead (62,249 versus 27,669), while floating-point math shows a 137.6% lead (42,248 versus 17,781). Random string sorting, a memory-latency-sensitive test, gives the P132 a 149.3% edge (25,181 versus 10,102). Data encryption completes the sweep with a 101% margin (11,444 versus 5,693).

Where Each One Wins

Given the clean sweep in the head-to-head benchmarks, the use-case split is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 wins every performance-oriented workload recorded in the database. The data shows it is the better choice for any task involving heavy computation, data compression, encryption, or floating-point math. Its 86th percentile ranking among all CPUs places it well above the N350's 66th percentile, and its average benchmark score of 37,804 dwarfs the N350's 9,903.

The Intel Core 3 N350's advantage is not in performance but in power consumption. Its TDP is rated at 7 watts, compared to the P132's 28 watts. This makes the N350 a plausible candidate for fanless designs or low-power embedded applications where thermal limits and battery life take precedence over raw throughput. The N350's 8 cores, even without multithreading, provide a modest parallel foundation, but the measured results show it trails the P132 by at least 88.1% in every single test. In the database, the N350's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-3770 with an average score of 9,706 and a 2% delta, and the Intel Core i5-1035G1 at 9,684 with a 2.3% delta; the P132, by contrast, sits near the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (37,904, a -0.3% delta) and the Intel Core i9-14901E (37,911, a -0.3% delta). The performance class difference is substantial.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 N350 uses a 10 nm process at Intel. The P132 belongs to the "Gorgon Point" codename and the "Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c)" generation, whereas the N350 uses the "Twin Lake" codename and the "Core 3 (Alder Lake-N)" generation. These architectural generations explain much of the performance gap: Zen 5 is a newer design than Alder Lake-N, and the 4 nm node offers density and efficiency advantages over Intel's 10 nm node.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The P132 uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of L3. The N350 uses 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. Despite having a smaller L3 pool, the P132's per-core L2 and newer memory controller deliver better results in cache-sensitive workloads like random string sorting. The N350's larger shared L2 and L3 do not compensate for its older architecture and slower memory interface.

Memory support is another key architectural split. The P132 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while the N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5. The P132's dual-channel memory bus provides 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth; the N350's single-channel bus provides 38.4 GB/s. The P132 also supports ECC memory, which the N350 does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the P132 uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the N350 uses Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). This gives the P132 more headroom for high-speed storage and expansion.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show clear divergences in core configuration, clock speeds, power, and connectivity. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 N350 has 8 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are unusual: the P132 starts at 2.00 GHz, while the N350 lists a 0.10 GHz base clock, an extremely low figure that underscores its power-saving orientation. Boost clocks are 4.50 GHz for the P132 and 3.90 GHz for the N350.

TDP is the most striking difference: 28 watts for the P132 versus 7 watts for the N350. The P132 uses the AMD Socket FP8, while the N350 uses Intel BGA 1264. Integrated graphics differ: the P132 ships with Radeon 840M, while the N350 ships with UHD Graphics 770. The release dates are also distinct, with the N350 appearing in January 2025 and the P132 in March 2026. The N350 has a known part number (SRPNS), while the P132's part number is listed as unknown. Both processors have locked multipliers and are classified as mobile market segments. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multithreaded benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 19,262 in the PassMark multithread test, compared to 7,382 for the Intel Core 3 N350, a 160.9% difference.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 3 N350 is rated at 7 watts, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 is rated at 28 watts. The N350 consumes significantly less power.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 N350 does not.

Q: How do their memory bandwidth specifications compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 offers 89.6 GB/s over a dual-channel bus, while the Intel Core 3 N350 offers 38.4 GB/s over a single-channel bus.

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 3 N350 has 8 cores, while the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 has 6 cores. However, the P132 has 12 threads due to simultaneous multithreading, versus 8 threads for the N350.

Q: What is the single-thread performance gap?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 scores 3,713 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the Intel Core 3 N350 scores 1,974, giving the P132 an 88.1% lead.