AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split between these two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is the dominant performer in almost every recorded benchmark, winning 12 out of 15 head-to-head tests. Its average benchmark score of 63765 places it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, and it sits within 0.9% of the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX and 0.7% of the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450G. The Intel Core 7 350, with an average score of 17779, lands in the 71st percentile and trades blows with the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT and Intel Core 5 120U.

For anyone prioritizing raw compute, especially multi-threaded workloads, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is the logical choice. Its 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and 64 MB of shared L3 cache, deliver massive leads in rendering and math tasks. The Intel Core 7 350, however, wins the single-thread tests by a narrow margin, making it a reasonable pick for lightly threaded applications where per-core speed matters more than core count. That said, the Intel part draws far less power and uses a newer process node, which could favor it in fanless or ultra-portable designs where sustained performance is secondary.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 records the higher single-thread scores. It scores 4100 in PassMark single-thread versus 3967 for the AMD, and 2046 in Cinebench R23 single-core versus 1976. The AMD wins Cinebench R15 single-core by a small margin, 303 to 292.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 leads by 209.2% in Cinebench R23 multi-core (24828 vs 8030) and by 221.1% in Cinebench R15 multi-core (3918 vs 1220). In PassMark multithread, the AMD scores 42912 versus 15170, a 182.9% advantage.

Q: What memory configurations do these chips support?

A: The AMD supports LPDDR5X memory over a quad-channel bus with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD also supports ECC memory; the Intel does not.

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 has 12 cores and 24 threads. The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning it has no hyper-threading.

Q: What are the power envelopes of these processors?

A: The AMD has a TDP of 55 watts, while the Intel has a TDP of 15 watts. This indicates a substantial difference in thermal design, with the Intel part designed for much lower power draw.

Q: Which chip has the larger cache?

A: The AMD has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3. The Intel has 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and only 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD's total cache capacity is far larger, especially at the L3 level.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process from TSMC, under the Strix Halo codename. It belongs to the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation and is built on a 12-core, 24-thread design. The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and is manufactured on Intel's 3 nm process. Its generation is listed as Core 5 (Wildcat Lake), and it uses a 6-core, 6-thread layout without simultaneous multi-threading.

The process node difference is notable: 4 nm for AMD versus 3 nm for Intel. This does not automatically translate to performance, as the benchmark data shows the AMD pulling far ahead in most tests, but it does indicate a newer manufacturing technology for the Intel part. The AMD uses a quad-channel memory interface with LPDDR5X support and ECC capability. The Intel uses a single-channel interface with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support, but no ECC. PCIe lane counts also differ: the AMD provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD pairs with Radeon 8050S graphics, while the Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. No benchmark data is provided for these iGPUs, so performance comparisons are limited to the CPU-side metrics in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every key specification. The AMD has 12 cores and 24 threads; the Intel has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks are 3.20 GHz for the AMD versus 1.50 GHz for the Intel. Boost clocks are 5.00 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. TDP is 55 watts versus 15 watts. The AMD uses the AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel uses Intel BGA 1516.

Cache structures differ significantly. The AMD allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 64 MB of shared L3. The Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, but only 6 MB of shared L3. Memory bandwidth reflects the bus width difference: 256.0 GB/s for the AMD versus 59.7 GB/s for the Intel. ECC support is present on the AMD, absent on the Intel. Release dates also differ, with the AMD launching on 2025-01-05 and the Intel on 2026-04-15. The Intel has a launch MSRP of $469; the AMD has no recorded launch MSRP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 wins every multi-threaded and math-heavy test by a wide margin. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 24828 against 8030, a 209.2% lead. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows 3918 versus 1220, a 221.1% lead. PassMark integer math delivers the largest delta: 148508 versus 33734, a 340.2% advantage. Data compression shows 506170 versus 143123, a 253.7% lead. Extended instructions score 40888 versus 12045, a 239.5% gap. Random string sorting records 55248 versus 17238, a 220.5% lead. Prime number finding shows 323 versus 107, a 201.9% difference. Floating point math scores 94666 versus 42809, a 121.1% lead. Multithread scores 42912 versus 15170, a 182.9% lead.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins three tests, all in single-thread performance. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 2046 versus 1976, a 3.4% lead. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 4100 versus 3967, a 3.2% lead. The same PassMark single-thread result appears twice in the database, confirming the consistent edge. The only other single-core test, Cinebench R15 single-core, goes to the AMD by 3.8% (303 versus 292). The AMD wins 12 of 15 head-to-head benchmarks, with the Intel taking the remaining 3.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 is the clear winner for multi-threaded workloads. Cinebench R23 and R15 multi-core results show a more than 200% advantage, which translates to faster video rendering, 3D modeling, and compilation tasks. PassMark integer math, floating point math, and encryption scores (26027 versus 10933, a 138.1% lead) indicate strong performance in scientific computing, financial modeling, and data processing. The 64 MB of shared L3 cache and 256.0 GB/s memory bandwidth support large datasets that would overwhelm the Intel part. Its 93rd percentile ranking puts it in the same class as the Intel Core i9-13900KS, which it trails by only 0.4% in average score.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins only in single-thread tests, and by narrow margins. Its 3.4% Cinebench R23 single-core lead and 3.2% PassMark single-thread lead suggest a slight edge in legacy software or lightly threaded applications like older games, basic office tasks, or simple scripting. Its 71st percentile ranking places it near the Intel Core 5 221TE and AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT, both of which are older or lower-tier parts. The 15 watt TDP and 3 nm process make it a better fit for ultra-low-power laptops where battery life and heat output are more critical than absolute performance. However, the benchmark data shows that any workload that can use multiple cores will favor the AMD overwhelmingly.