AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database presents a decisive matchup. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 wins 13 of the 15 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME takes only 2. The scale of the AMD victories is the defining characteristic of this comparison.

In multi-core workloads, the AMD part is in a different league. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows the AMD scoring 35061 against Intel's 14655, a 139.2% advantage. Cinebench R15 multi-core tells the same story: 5247 versus 2192, a 139.4% delta. These are not marginal wins; they represent more than double the rendering throughput in both tests.

The PassMark integer math test shows the largest single gap. AMD scores 190720, Intel scores 71164, a 168% difference. This suggests the AMD processor's execution resources are vastly more capable for general arithmetic workloads. Data compression follows a similar pattern, with AMD at 639356 versus Intel's 307094, a 108.2% advantage. Extended instructions show AMD at 52067 against 24017, a 116.8% lead, indicating substantially better SIMD and specialized instruction handling.

Random string sorting favors AMD by 87.9%, with scores of 70150 and 37331. The multithread PassMark test gives AMD 51502 versus 30659, a 68% lead. Floating point math shows AMD at 120533 against 86929, a 38.7% advantage. Data encryption is closer but still clearly AMD's: 32840 versus 23881, a 37.5% delta. Physics simulation favors AMD by 26.8% (3189 vs 2515).

Single-core tests are where the contest tightens. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD leads 2012.5 to 1862, an 8.1% margin. Cinebench R15 single-core shows AMD at 306 versus 267, a 14.6% advantage. The PassMark prime number finding test gives AMD a 14.5% lead (284 vs 248).

The Intel part claims both PassMark single-thread entries. The scores are 4293 for Intel and 4078 for AMD, giving Intel a 5% advantage. This is the only category where Intel demonstrates superiority, and it is the sole bright spot in an otherwise one-sided dataset.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 scores 35061 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME scores 14655. This gives AMD a 139.2% advantage.

Q: Is there any benchmark where the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins?

A: Yes. The Intel part wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 4293 against AMD's 4078, a 5% advantage. This appears twice in the database as the same test result.

Q: How do the two compare in data encryption workloads?

A: AMD leads with 32840 points versus Intel's 23881, a 37.5% difference. The AMD processor completes encryption tasks measurably faster.

Q: What is the single largest performance gap between the two?

A: The PassMark integer math test shows the biggest margin. AMD scores 190720, Intel scores 71164, which is a 168% difference in AMD's favor.

Q: How much faster is AMD in rendering workloads?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, AMD is 139.2% faster. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the advantage is 139.4%. Both tests show AMD delivering more than double the rendering performance.

Q: Which processor has better single-core performance?

A: It depends on the test. Intel wins PassMark single-thread by 5% (4293 vs 4078), but AMD wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 8.1% (2012.5 vs 1862) and Cinebench R15 single-core by 14.6% (306 vs 267).

Architecture Differences

The two processors employ fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Strix Halo, built on a 4 nanometer TSMC process. It has 16 cores and 32 threads, with base clock of 3.00 GHz and boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake codename on Intel's 3 nanometer process, with 14 cores and 14 threads, base clock of 1.90 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz. Notably, the Intel part has no hyperthreading, matching cores to threads directly.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. AMD provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and only 18 MB of shared L3. The AMD design has more than triple the L3 capacity, which likely contributes to its strong performance in data-heavy workloads like compression and random string sorting.

Memory architecture also diverges. Both support LPDDR5X, but AMD uses a quad-channel memory bus with 256.0 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel uses a dual-channel bus with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. AMD's memory bandwidth is nearly double Intel's, a critical factor for multi-core throughput. AMD also supports ECC memory; Intel does not.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). Intel's newer PCIe standard offers higher per-lane bandwidth, but AMD's greater lane count provides more total connectivity options.

The integrated graphics solutions are distinct: AMD pairs with Radeon 8060S, Intel with Arc B390. Both target the mobile segment, and both are currently marked as Active in production status. AMD's TDP is 55 watts, while Intel's is 25 watts, reflecting the performance differential in the benchmarks.

The Verdict

The recorded data leaves little ambiguity. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 delivers superior performance in nearly every measured category. Its multi-core scores are more than double Intel's in Cinebench tests, and its integer math, data compression, and extended instruction results show triple-digit percentage leads. For workloads that scale with core count, memory bandwidth, or cache capacity, the AMD part is the clear choice.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME holds a single advantage in PassMark single-thread performance, beating AMD by 5%. It also operates at a lower 25 watt TDP versus AMD's 55 watts, which may matter for thermally constrained mobile designs. However, the benchmark data does not include any power efficiency metrics, so the practical implications of that TDP difference remain unquantified here.

The average benchmark scores confirm the hierarchy. AMD's average benchmark score is 80762, placing it at the 95th percentile of all CPUs. Intel's average is 36699, at the 85th percentile. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 638 (delta 0%), Intel Xeon w5-2565X (delta 0.1%), AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX (delta -0.4%), and Intel Xeon w5-3535X (delta -0.4%). Intel's nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (delta -0.6%), AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (delta -0.7%), AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (delta -0.9%), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (delta -1.1%). The AMD part competes with server-class Xeons, while the Intel part sits among mainstream desktop and mobile processors.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across every major specification category. AMD has 16 cores and 32 threads; Intel has 14 cores and 14 threads. AMD's base clock is 3.00 GHz versus Intel's 1.90 GHz. AMD's boost clock is 5.10 GHz versus Intel's 4.70 GHz. AMD's TDP is 55 watts; Intel's is 25 watts.

Socket types are incompatible: AMD uses AMD Socket FP11, Intel uses Intel BGA 2540. The manufacturing processes differ: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 3 nm from its own foundry. Cache configurations differ in all three levels: AMD has 80 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 64 MB L3; Intel has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB L3.

Memory support shows AMD with a quad-channel bus and 256.0 GB/s bandwidth, Intel with a dual-channel bus and 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. AMD supports ECC memory, Intel does not. PCIe differs: AMD has Gen 4 with 16 lanes, Intel has Gen 5 with 4 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon 8060S on AMD, Arc B390 on Intel. AMD's release date is 2025-01-05, Intel's is 2026-05-27. The part numbers are 100-000001243 for AMD and SA4R3 for Intel. Neither has a launch MSRP recorded, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 wins in all multi-threaded and most single-threaded scenarios. Its 139.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core positions it for rendering, video encoding, scientific computing, and any workload that can use 32 threads. The 168% integer math advantage and 116.8% extended instructions lead indicate strong performance in cryptography, financial modeling, and simulation tasks. The 108.2% data compression advantage points to file archiving, database workloads, and data transfer applications. The 37.5% encryption lead matters for security-sensitive computing. The 87.9% random string sorting advantage suggests strong database and text processing capabilities.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins only in the PassMark single-thread test, with a 5% advantage over AMD. This indicates a niche for lightly threaded, latency-sensitive applications that respond to raw single-core speed. The lower 25 watt TDP also suggests suitability for passively cooled or battery-constrained mobile devices, though the database does not provide efficiency measurements to confirm this advantage in practice.

For users prioritizing multi-core performance, memory bandwidth, or cache-heavy workloads, the AMD part is the only rational choice based on this data. For those who need maximum single-thread responsiveness and minimal power draw, the Intel part offers a specific, narrow benefit. The overall record, however, shows AMD winning 13 of 15 benchmarks, with two of those wins being the same PassMark single-thread result counted separately. The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy with AMD at the top.