AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a decisive matchup. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 wins 8 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 7 350 takes 3. The scale of AMD's victories, however, is far more significant than the raw count suggests.

The largest margin appears in integer math. The AMD part scores 87,940 against Intel's 33,734, a difference of 160.7%. This is not a marginal lead; it is a dominant performance gap that points to a substantial difference in raw processing capability for this workload.

Data compression follows a similar pattern. AMD scores 327,891 versus Intel's 143,123, a 129.1% advantage. This workload often benefits from higher thread counts and larger caches, both areas where the AMD processor holds an edge. Random string sorting also shows a wide split: AMD at 34,801 versus Intel at 17,238, a 101.9% delta. Extended instructions deliver a 100.9% lead for AMD, with scores of 24,193 and 12,045 respectively.

The multithread benchmark reinforces the trend. AMD delivers 25,889 versus Intel's 15,170, a 70.7% advantage. This result aligns with the core and thread configuration differences: the AMD processor offers 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip provides 6 cores and 6 threads. The absence of simultaneous multithreading on the Intel side likely contributes to this gap.

Floating point math shows a narrower but still clear AMD win: 55,799 versus 42,809, a 30.3% delta. Data encryption also favors AMD, 16,055 versus 10,933, a 46.8% improvement. Even the physics test, the closest AMD victory, shows a 3.2% edge with scores of 1,210 and 1,173.

The Intel Core 7 350 claims its wins in two specific areas. Single-thread performance shows Intel ahead at 4,100 versus AMD's 4,029, a 1.7% margin. This is a modest but measurable advantage in lightly threaded tasks. The find prime numbers test provides Intel's most notable victory: 107 versus 71, a 33.6% lead. This particular workload appears to favor Intel's architecture despite the overall multi-core superiority of the AMD part.

The average benchmark score places AMD far ahead. The Ryzen AI Embedded P164 averages 52,901 across its benchmark suite, while the Core 7 350 averages 17,779. The AMD processor sits at the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database, while Intel ranks at the 71st percentile. AMD's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 9500F (average score 52,873, delta 0.1%), the Intel Xeon 634 (52,974, delta -0.1%), the AMD EPYC 7313P (53,206, delta -0.6%), and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X (53,288, delta -0.7%). These are all high-end desktop and server parts, which indicates the P164 punches well above its mobile classification. The Intel Core 7 350, by contrast, sits near the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT (17,891, delta -0.6%) and the Intel Core 5 120U (17,898, delta -0.7%), both older or lower-tier designs.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the stronger processor in nearly every multi-threaded and throughput-oriented task. Its 91st percentile ranking versus Intel's 71st percentile confirms the gap at a database-wide level. The average benchmark score of 52,901 for AMD is roughly three times that of Intel's 17,779, which is a statistically massive separation.

The Intel Core 7 350 does hold a single-thread lead, but it is small: 1.7% in PassMark single-thread testing. For applications that rely on a single core, the Intel chip is marginally faster. The prime number test also favors Intel by a wide relative margin, but this is one specific workload and does not offset the broader pattern.

The AMD processor wins in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, physics, and random string sorting. It loses only in single-thread performance and prime number calculation. The architecture of the AMD part, with its Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, appears better suited to sustained parallel workloads. The Intel part, built on Wildcat Lake architecture, shows strength in specific sequential tasks.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 is the choice for workloads that scale with cores and threads. The data confirms this through the multithread score of 25,889 versus 15,170, and the integer math score of 87,940 versus 33,734. Data compression and encryption tasks also favor AMD significantly. Any application that processes large datasets, performs complex calculations, or runs parallel operations will see a substantial advantage with the AMD processor.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins in single-threaded scenarios. Its 4,100 single-thread score edges out AMD's 4,029. This matters for older software, certain database queries, or interactive workloads that cannot utilize multiple cores effectively. The prime number test also goes to Intel, which may indicate an advantage in specific mathematical operations that involve modular arithmetic or similar patterns.

The power envelope differs as well. The Intel part has a TDP of 15 watts, while the AMD part draws 28 watts. For thermally constrained or battery-powered designs, the Intel chip offers a lower power draw. The trade-off is clear: the AMD processor delivers significantly higher performance but consumes nearly double the power budget.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 averages 52,901 across its benchmark suite, while the Intel Core 7 350 averages 17,779.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 350 win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins the single-thread test with a score of 4,100 versus 4,029 (a 1.7% margin) and the find prime numbers test with 107 versus 71 (a 33.6% margin).

Q: How large is the multithread performance gap?

A: The AMD processor scores 25,889 in the PassMark multithread test, which is 70.7% higher than Intel's 15,170.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Which processor consumes more power?

A: The AMD processor has a TDP of 28 watts, while the Intel processor has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of each processor in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 ranks at the 91st percentile of all CPUs, and the Intel Core 7 350 ranks at the 71st percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and use different process nodes. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P164 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 7 350 uses a 3 nm process from Intel. Despite Intel's smaller node, the AMD chip delivers higher performance in most benchmarks, which suggests architectural efficiency plays a larger role than raw process geometry.

The codenames differ. AMD's chip is built on the Gorgon Point platform with a generation labeled "Ryzen AI Embedded (Zen 5 / Zen 5c)". Intel's chip uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a generation labeled "Core 5 (Wildcat Lake)". The AMD design uses a hybrid of Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores, which typically indicates a mix of high-performance and high-efficiency cores. The Intel design does not specify a hybrid core arrangement in the data.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. The AMD processor has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3. Intel provides more per-core cache at the L1 and L2 levels, but AMD has more total L3 cache. This may explain Intel's single-thread advantage, as more private cache can reduce latency for individual cores.

The AMD chip uses an AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1516. Memory support shows both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but AMD uses a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. This memory bandwidth difference is substantial and likely contributes to AMD's large wins in data-heavy workloads.

ECC memory support also differs. The AMD processor supports ECC memory, while the Intel processor does not. This makes the AMD part more suitable for error-sensitive applications such as data processing or embedded workloads where data integrity is critical.

Specification Differences

The core counts differ: AMD provides 8 cores and 16 threads, Intel provides 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for AMD and 1.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 5.00 GHz for AMD and 4.80 GHz for Intel. The AMD chip has both a higher base and higher boost clock.

Power consumption differs, with AMD rated at 28 watts TDP and Intel at 15 watts TDP. The AMD processor uses a 4 nm TSMC process, while Intel uses a 3 nm Intel process. Die size is recorded only for AMD at 233 mm²; no die size is listed for Intel.

Memory bandwidth shows AMD at 89.6 GB/s with a dual-channel bus, while Intel offers 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel bus. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). This is a major difference for expansion or peripheral connectivity.

Integrated graphics differ. AMD uses the Radeon 880M, while Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The AMD processor supports ECC memory; the Intel processor does not. The Intel part has a known part number (SAE3F), while the AMD part number is listed as unknown.

The Intel Core 7 350 has a launch MSRP of $469. Release dates are close, with AMD on March 8, 2026, and Intel on April 15, 2026. Both are classified as mobile market segments and both are in active production. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.