AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 vs Intel Core 3 N350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data records a complete sweep for the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 across all 11 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 3 N350 does not win a single test. The margins are substantial, often exceeding 500 percent, and the smallest advantage is still nearly double the Intel part's score.

The largest single gap appears in the prime number search test, where the AMD chip scores 320 against the Intel's 20, a delta of 1500 percent. This particular workload responds strongly to the AMD processor's architecture, though the absolute scores are low for both parts. Extended instruction execution shows a similar pattern: the AMD reaches 45666 versus 3981, a 1047.1 percent difference. This suggests the Ryzen AI Max+ 392 handles specialized instruction streams far more efficiently.

Data compression and encryption follow the same trend. The AMD scores 554760 in compression, which is 589.6 percent ahead of the Intel's 80444. Encryption shows 27784 against 5693, a 388 percent lead. These workloads benefit from the AMD's higher core count and thread count, as well as its larger cache hierarchy.

Floating point math and integer math both show roughly 450 to 460 percent advantages for the AMD part. The floating point score is 99548 versus 17781, while integer math is 152414 versus 27669. These are compute-heavy tests that scale with core count and clock speed, and the AMD's 12 cores and 24 threads provide a clear structural advantage over the Intel's 8 cores and 8 threads.

The multithreaded PassMark score, which aggregates several workloads, gives the AMD a 512.7 percent lead: 45231 versus 7382. Physics simulation shows a 547.3 percent gap, with scores of 2887 and 446. Random string sorting, a memory-latency-sensitive test, shows a 488.9 percent delta: 59487 versus 10102.

The closest contest is in single-thread performance. The AMD scores 3927, while the Intel scores 1974, a 98.9 percent difference. This is still a near-doubling of performance, but it indicates that the Intel Core 3 N350 is not completely outclassed in lightly threaded tasks. The AMD's boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus the Intel's 3.90 GHz helps, but the gap is narrower than in multi-threaded tests.

Overall, the data confirms that the Ryzen AI Max+ 392 dominates every measured workload. The average benchmark score for the AMD is 90541, placing it in the 96th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 3 N350 averages 9903, which puts it in the 66th percentile. The AMD's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Xeon 654 and AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, have average scores around 90717 and 91199, respectively, with deltas of only -0.2 and -0.7 percent. This shows the AMD is competitive with high-end workstation silicon, not just mobile parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread score?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 scores 3927 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 98.9 percent higher than the Intel Core 3 N350's 1974.

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

A: In the PassMark multithread test, the AMD scores 45231 versus the Intel's 7382, a 512.7 percent advantage. The AMD's 12 cores and 24 threads provide more parallel throughput than the Intel's 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 N350 support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 3 N350 does not support ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 does support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus. The Intel Core 3 N350 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over a single-channel bus.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core 3 N350 boosts to 3.90 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel Core 3 N350 has a TDP of 7 watts. This is a 48-watt difference that reflects the AMD's higher performance envelope.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing nodes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 uses TSMC's 4 nm process, while the Intel Core 3 N350 uses Intel's 10 nm process. This node advantage gives the AMD part a significant transistor density and power efficiency head start, though the Intel part's lower TDP suggests it targets a different power class.

The AMD's architecture is Zen 5, under the codename Strix Halo. It uses a chiplet design with a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel uses Twin Lake architecture, which falls under the Alder Lake-N generation. The Intel die size is not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel has 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD's L3 cache is over ten times larger, which helps with data reuse and reduces memory traffic.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD uses LPDDR5X with a quad-channel bus and 256.0 GB/s of bandwidth. The Intel uses DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5 with a single-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The AMD has nearly seven times the memory bandwidth, which is critical for integrated graphics and compute-heavy tasks.

The integrated graphics differ: the AMD pairs with a Radeon 8060S, while the Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD's graphics solution is designed for higher-end mobile workloads, while the Intel's is more basic.

PCIe support also differs. The AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). This affects expansion options and peripheral bandwidth.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most obvious difference. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 3 N350 has 8 cores and 8 threads. The AMD also has a higher base clock at 3.20 GHz versus 0.10 GHz, and a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz versus 3.90 GHz.

The TDP is 55 watts for the AMD and 7 watts for the Intel. The AMD uses an AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel uses Intel BGA 1264. The process node is 4 nm for the AMD and 10 nm for the Intel.

Cache differs across all levels. The AMD has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 64 MB L3 shared. The Intel has 96 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 shared, and 6 MB L3 shared.

Memory support is another key split. The AMD supports LPDDR5X with quad-channel and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 with single-channel and 38.4 GB/s. ECC is supported on the AMD but not on the Intel.

PCIe generation and lane count differ: Gen 4 with 16 lanes for the AMD, Gen 3 with 9 lanes for the Intel. The integrated graphics are Radeon 8060S for the AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for the Intel.

The release dates are recorded, with the AMD launched on 2026-01-05 and the Intel on 2025-01-06. The AMD part number is 100-000001979, while the Intel is SRPNS. Neither has a multiplier unlocked. The AMD is in the 96th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel is in the 66th.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 wins in every recorded benchmark category. This includes data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number search, floating point math, integer math, multithread, physics, random string sorting, and single-thread tests. The only question is by how much.

The AMD's biggest advantages are in extended instructions (1047.1 percent), prime numbers (1500 percent), and multithread (512.7 percent). These are workloads that use many cores, high memory bandwidth, and wide instruction support. The AMD's 64 MB L3 cache and quad-channel LPDDR5X memory at 256.0 GB/s feed these workloads efficiently.

The Intel Core 3 N350 has no wins, but its closest competition is in single-thread tests, where the gap is 98.9 percent. This indicates that for simple, low-thread-count tasks, the Intel is not as far behind. The Intel's lower TDP of 7 watts also suggests it can operate in thermally constrained environments, though the database does not include power or thermal measurements beyond TDP.

For users who prioritize multi-threaded compute, data processing, or any workload that scales with cores and cache, the AMD is the clear choice. For users who need minimal power draw and can tolerate much lower performance, the Intel part has a role, but the benchmark data shows no performance category where it leads.

The Verdict

The recorded data is unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 outperforms the Intel Core 3 N350 in all 11 head-to-head benchmarks, with deltas ranging from 98.9 percent in single-thread to 1500 percent in prime number search. The AMD's average benchmark score of 90541 places it at the 96th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel's 9903 sits at the 66th percentile.

The AMD's nearest rivals, the Intel Xeon 654 and AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX, score within 1 percent of it on average. This places the Ryzen AI Max+ 392 in the same performance class as high-end workstation and enthusiast mobile processors. The Intel Core 3 N350, by contrast, matches older desktop parts like the Intel Core i7-3770 and Intel Core i5-1035G1, with deltas of 2 and 2.3 percent respectively.

The specification differences explain the performance gap. The AMD has 50 percent more cores, 200 percent more threads, a higher boost clock, a larger L3 cache, and nearly seven times the memory bandwidth. The Intel's only structural advantages are a lower TDP and support for more memory types, but neither translates into a benchmark win.

The choice depends on the use case. For compute-heavy mobile workloads, the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 392 delivers workstation-class performance with a quad-channel memory interface and large cache. For fanless or ultra-low-power designs where absolute performance is secondary, the Intel Core 3 N350 offers a 7-watt envelope, but the data shows it cannot match the AMD in any measured task. The database records a decisive victory for the AMD part across every workload tested.