AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 compare to the Intel Core 3 305 in overall average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 records an average benchmark score of 62839, while the Intel Core 3 305 scores 18302. This places the AMD part in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, versus the 72nd percentile for the Intel part.

Q: Which processor wins in single-thread performance?

A: The head-to-head data shows a tie. Both the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 and the Intel Core 3 305 score exactly 3977 in the Passmark single-thread test, with a delta of 0%. The same result appears in the Passmark singlethread test.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between these two processors?

A: The largest gap is in Passmark integer math, where the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 scores 117832 versus 32295 for the Intel Core 3 305, a delta of 264.9%. This means the AMD chip is over 2.6 times faster in that workload.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 305 win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The recorded data shows the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins all 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The Intel Core 3 305 has zero wins, though it ties in single-thread tests.

Q: What is the difference in physical process node between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Core 3 305 uses a 3 nm process from Intel. The Intel chip is built on a smaller node, but this does not translate into benchmark wins in the recorded data.

Q: How do the memory bandwidth figures differ?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 supports dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 305 uses single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s. This is a substantial difference in available memory throughput.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is built on the Gorgon Point platform, using the Ryzen AI Embedded generation with Zen 5 and Zen 5c cores. It is manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 233 mm². The chip has 12 cores and 24 threads, which means it supports simultaneous multithreading. Its cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core 3 305 comes from the Wildcat Lake codename, belonging to the Core 3 generation. It is produced on Intel's own 3 nm process. This processor has 6 cores and 6 threads, indicating no hyperthreading support. The cache layout differs notably: 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The die size is not recorded in the database.

Both processors target the mobile market segment and are currently in active production. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP8, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1516. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 includes a Radeon 890M GPU, while the Intel Core 3 305 carries Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. Both support DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, but the AMD chip supports ECC memory while the Intel chip does not. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD part provides Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes, whereas the Intel part provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data reveals a comprehensive sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 across all 11 recorded tests. The smallest margin outside the single-thread tie is in Passmark find prime numbers, where AMD scores 129 versus 115, a 12.2% advantage. The largest margin is in Passmark integer math, where AMD leads by 264.9%.

In Passmark data compression, the AMD chip scores 374429 against 146857, a 155% advantage. This workload benefits heavily from the AMD processor's larger thread count and cache. Passmark data encryption shows 19612 versus 11019, a 78% lead for AMD. Extended instructions testing gives AMD 26544 versus 13543, a 96% gap.

Floating point math results show AMD at 70587 versus 42284, a 66.9% lead. The multithread test is decisive: AMD scores 31817 versus 15439, a 106.1% advantage. Passmark physics has AMD at 1772 versus 1233, a 43.7% lead. Random string sorting sees AMD at 40557 versus 17623, a 130.1% margin.

The two single-thread tests are exact ties at 3977 each. This indicates that per-core IPC is comparable between the Zen 5 architecture in the AMD chip and the Wildcat Lake architecture in the Intel chip. However, the AMD processor's additional cores and threads allow it to pull far ahead in any parallel workload.

The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is 62839, placing it near the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX at 62738 (0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 PRO 465 at 62498 (0.5% delta). The Intel Core 3 305 averages 18302, sitting near the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18318 (-0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E at 18230 (0.4% delta).

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts present the most obvious split: 12 cores and 24 threads for AMD versus 6 cores and 6 threads for Intel. Clock speeds differ as well, with AMD at 2.00 GHz base and 5.10 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 1.50 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost.

Thermal design power shows a significant difference: AMD is rated at 28 watts, Intel at 15 watts. The AMD chip consumes nearly double the power budget, which aligns with its higher core count and performance profile.

Cache configurations vary substantially. AMD provides 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3. Intel provides 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2 total, and 6 MB shared L3. The L3 capacity difference is 16 MB versus 6 MB.

Memory support differs in channel configuration. AMD uses dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel uses single-channel memory with 59.7 GB/s. ECC memory is supported only on the AMD side.

PCIe lane counts differ: 16 lanes for AMD versus 6 lanes for Intel, both Gen 4. The integrated graphics units are different products: Radeon 890M versus Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe.

Release dates differ by about six weeks. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 has a release date of 2026-02-28, while the Intel Core 3 305 has a release date of 2026-04-15. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The part number for the Intel chip is SAE3L, while the AMD part number is listed as unknown. Both processors are locked, with no unlocked multiplier option.

The Verdict

The recorded data makes the performance hierarchy clear. The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 delivers a 243.5% higher average benchmark score than the Intel Core 3 305 (62839 versus 18302). In the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, the AMD chip sits in the upper tier, while the Intel chip at the 72nd percentile is mid-pack.

The AMD processor wins every head-to-head test where a winner is declared. The single-thread tie at 3977 shows that the Intel Core 3 305 can match the AMD chip on a per-thread basis, but this does not translate into any overall benchmark victory.

The Intel Core 3 305 does have advantages in the specification sheet: a smaller 3 nm process node, a lower 15 watt TDP, and a later release date. These factors matter for power-constrained designs. The AMD chip's 28 watt TDP and 4 nm node require more power and produce more heat.

For workloads that rely on single-thread speed, the two processors are equivalent in the recorded data. For any workload that scales across cores, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 is substantially faster. The multithread test shows a 106.1% advantage, and integer math shows a 264.9% advantage.

The Intel Core 3 305 has a recorded launch MSRP of $309. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP in the database, so no price comparison is possible from the available data.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 wins in every parallel compute category recorded. Data compression, encryption, extended instructions, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, physics, and random string sorting all favor the AMD chip by margins ranging from 12.2% to 264.9%. This makes it the clear choice for database workloads, content creation, scientific computing, and any multi-threaded application.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins in no recorded benchmark. Its advantages are structural rather than performance-based. The 15 watt TDP makes it suitable for fanless or passively cooled designs where power draw is the primary constraint. The 3 nm Intel process node is newer than the 4 nm TSMC node used in the AMD chip. The single-channel memory support and 6 PCIe lanes are sufficient for lightweight mobile tasks.

The single-thread tie at 3977 means both processors deliver identical performance for lightly threaded applications such as basic office work, web browsing, or simple scripting. Users who need only these workloads could select either chip without losing benchmark performance.

For embedded or mobile systems where battery life and thermal limits are paramount, the Intel Core 3 305's lower TDP gives it a clear specification advantage. For systems where raw compute throughput is the priority, the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P185 dominates the recorded benchmarks. The database shows no scenario where the Intel chip wins a measured test, so the choice depends entirely on power envelope versus performance requirements.