AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data splits this comparison cleanly by workload type. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 holds every advantage in multi-threaded throughput and memory-intensive tasks, while the Intel Core 7 360 counters with superior single-core efficiency and a notably higher overall benchmark percentile.

The database shows the AMD part wins on raw core count and thread count. It delivers 8 cores and 16 threads against the Intel chip's 6 cores and 6 threads. That 10-thread gap shows up directly in the PassMark multithread score of 15,544 for the Intel part, though the comparison is incomplete because the AMD processor has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. The Intel chip's percentile ranking of 72 against all CPUs places it well above the AMD part's 50th percentile, but that ranking reflects available data only.

Where the Intel Core 7 360 wins is in single-thread performance and efficiency metrics. Its PassMark single-thread score of 4,274 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,924 demonstrate strong per-core capability. The AMD chip's higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz versus 4.80 GHz suggests it should compete well in single-threaded work, but without recorded benchmark scores, the data cannot confirm this.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 wins decisively on memory bandwidth. Its quad-channel LPDDR5X configuration delivers 273.1 GB/s versus the Intel part's single-channel 59.7 GB/s. That 213.4 GB/s difference matters for workloads that saturate memory, such as large data sets, virtualization, and integrated graphics compute. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 uses TSMC's 4 nm process node, while the Intel Core 7 360 uses Intel's 3 nm node. Both are mobile-market parts, but their architectural choices diverge sharply.

The AMD chip belongs to the Gorgon Halo codename family under the Ryzen AI Max PRO generation built on Zen 5 cores. It features 8 cores with 16 threads, a 3.60 GHz base clock, and a 5.00 GHz boost clock. Its cache arrangement includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3. The die size measures 70.6 mm². It uses the AMD Socket FP11 and supports LPDDR5X memory across a quad-channel bus. Its integrated graphics is the Radeon 8050S, and it provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 CPU lanes. The TDP is 55 watts, and ECC memory is supported.

The Intel Core 7 360 comes from the Wildcat Lake codename family under the Core 5 generation. It has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no Hyper-Threading support. Base clock sits at 1.50 GHz with a boost of 4.80 GHz. Cache per core is larger: 192 KB L1 and 2.5 MB L2, but the shared L3 is only 6 MB compared to the AMD's 32 MB. It uses the Intel BGA 1516 socket, supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, but only on a single-channel bus. The integrated graphics is Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. PCIe Gen 4 is available with 6 CPU lanes only. TDP is 15 watts, which is dramatically lower than the AMD part's 55 watts. ECC is not supported.

The L3 cache difference is substantial. The AMD processor carries 32 MB of shared L3, more than five times the Intel chip's 6 MB. That larger cache pool helps with repeated data access patterns and multi-threaded workloads. The Intel chip's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches (192 KB and 2.5 MB versus 80 KB and 1 MB) benefit single-threaded latency-sensitive tasks.

The process node difference is slight, 3 nm versus 4 nm, but the Intel part's much lower TDP of 15 watts versus 55 watts indicates a significantly more power-efficient design. The Intel chip's boost clock of 4.80 GHz is only 0.20 GHz lower than the AMD's 5.00 GHz, despite the much lower thermal envelope.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear division of roles. The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 is built for maximum multi-threaded throughput and memory bandwidth in a mobile package. Its 8 cores, 16 threads, 32 MB L3 cache, quad-channel LPDDR5X memory at 273.1 GB/s, and ECC support make it suited for compute-heavy workloads, virtualization, and memory-bandwidth-sensitive applications.

The Intel Core 7 360 is engineered for efficiency and single-core responsiveness. Its 15-watt TDP, 3 nm process, and high boost clock relative to its base clock indicate a design focused on battery life and light-threaded performance. The 72nd percentile ranking against all CPUs, alongside an average benchmark score of 18,374, places it near the Intel Core i3-13100 (18,380, 0% delta), Intel Core 5 330 (18,345, 0.2% delta), Intel Core i3-14100 (18,318, 0.3% delta), and Intel Core 3 305 (18,302, 0.4% delta). These are all close competitors, with the Core 7 360 nominally leading that group.

The AMD part's 50th percentile and zero recorded benchmark scores mean the database cannot confirm its real-world standing. The Intel part has full benchmark coverage across Cinebench and PassMark suites, giving it a verified performance profile. Users who need confirmed single-thread performance and low power draw should look at the Intel chip. Users who prioritize core counts, memory bandwidth, and ECC support should consider the AMD part, but with the caveat that its benchmark data is absent from the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD part supports quad-channel LPDDR5X with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part uses single-channel DDR5 or LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 360 does not.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has a 55-watt TDP. The Intel Core 7 360 has a 15-watt TDP.

Q: How does the Intel Core 7 360 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: Its average benchmark score of 18,374 is essentially tied with the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18,380 (0% delta), Intel Core 5 330 at 18,345 (0.2% delta), Intel Core i3-14100 at 18,318 (0.3% delta), and Intel Core 3 305 at 18,302 (0.4% delta). It leads all four by a narrow margin.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors. However, the Intel Core 7 360 has a complete benchmark record, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 485 has none. This asymmetry itself is a finding: the Intel part's performance is fully documented, the AMD part's is not.

For the Intel Core 7 360, the strongest recorded results are in Cinebench R23 multi-core at 13,634 and single-core at 1,924. The R20 scores are 5,726 multi-core and 808 single-core. The R15 scores are 1,374 multi-core and 193 single-core. These numbers show a processor with solid all-around capability, particularly given its 15-watt TDP.

In PassMark tests, the Intel part scores 15,544 in multithread, 4,274 in single-thread, 142,877 in data compression, 11,164 in data encryption, 12,390 in extended instructions, 120 in find prime numbers, 44,963 in floating point math, 34,238 in integer math, 1,213 in physics, and 17,636 in random string sorting. The floating point and integer math scores indicate strong arithmetic throughput for a low-power part.

The AMD processor's absence from the benchmark records means the largest multi-threaded wins cannot be quantified. The specification sheet suggests it would dominate in multi-threaded workloads given 10 additional threads, 26 MB more L3 cache, and 213.4 GB/s more memory bandwidth. But the database cannot confirm this with recorded scores, and the Intel part's 72nd percentile ranking stands as the only verified performance data between the two.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification category:

• Cores: 8 (AMD) versus 6 (Intel)
• Threads: 16 (AMD) versus 6 (Intel)
• Base clock: 3.60 GHz (AMD) versus 1.50 GHz (Intel)
• Boost clock: 5.00 GHz (AMD) versus 4.80 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 55 watts (AMD) versus 15 watts (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket FP11 (AMD) versus Intel BGA 1516 (Intel)
• Codename: Gorgon Halo (AMD) versus Wildcat Lake (Intel)
• Process node: 4 nm TSMC (AMD) versus 3 nm Intel (Intel)
• L1 cache: 80 KB per core (AMD) versus 192 KB per core (Intel)
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core (AMD) versus 2.5 MB per core (Intel)
• L3 cache: 32 MB shared (AMD) versus 6 MB shared (Intel)
• Memory support: LPDDR5X (AMD) versus DDR5 and LPDDR5X (Intel)
• Memory bus: Quad-channel (AMD) versus Single-channel (Intel)
• Memory bandwidth: 273.1 GB/s (AMD) versus 59.7 GB/s (Intel)
• ECC memory: Supported (AMD) versus Not supported (Intel)
• PCIe: Gen 4, 16 lanes (AMD) versus Gen 4, 6 lanes (Intel)
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 8050S (AMD) versus Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores (Intel)
• Release date: 2026-05-19 (AMD) versus 2026-04-15 (Intel)
• Launch MSRP: Not listed (AMD) versus $426 (Intel)
• Part number: 100-000002144 (AMD) versus SAE3E (Intel)

The AMD part is larger in die size at 70.6 mm², while the Intel part has no recorded die size. The Intel chip releases earlier by about one month. Both are active production parts with locked multipliers. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $426, while the AMD part has no listed launch price in the database.