AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 vs Intel Core 3 N355 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries comparing the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and the Intel Core 3 N355. The AMD processor has no benchmark scores listed, while the Intel Core 3 N355 carries 17 individual test results across Cinebench and PassMark suites. The absence of paired measurements means the comparison must be built from the Intel part's absolute scores and the architectural specifications of both processors.

The Intel Core 3 N355 posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5262 and a single-core score of 1039. Its Cinebench R20 results show 3612 multi-core and 509 single-core, while R15 yields 822 multi-core and 168 single-core. These scores place the N355 at the 68th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 13492. The nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-12100F at 13494 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-9500 at 13452 (0.3% delta), the Intel Core 5 120UL at 13594 (-0.8% delta), and the Intel Core i7-1250U at 13351 (1.1% delta). The N355 effectively trades blows with these four desktop and mobile parts, sitting within a 1.1% band of all of them.

In PassMark tests, the N355 reaches 10174 in multithread, 2153 in single-thread, 33894 in integer math, 22695 in floating point math, 5968 in extended instructions, 8121 in data encryption, 117435 in data compression, 14706 in random string sorting, 625 in physics, and 27 in find prime numbers. The data compression score stands out as the strongest absolute result, exceeding the multithread score by a factor of over 11.5. The find prime numbers score of 27 is notably low, reflecting the processor's modest integer-heavy prime calculation throughput relative to its other workloads.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 carries no recorded benchmark scores, so its wins cannot be quantified from the database. However, its configuration suggests a fundamentally different performance class. The AMD part uses 16 cores and 32 threads, compared to 8 cores and 8 threads on the Intel. The AMD boost clock reaches 5.20 GHz against 3.90 GHz for the Intel, and the AMD base clock sits at 3.10 GHz versus 1.90 GHz. The AMD processor also uses a 4 nm TSMC process node, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm Intel process. These differences indicate the AMD part should exceed the Intel in every multi-threaded test if measured, but the database lacks the scores to confirm this.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 N355 has recorded wins in every benchmark category available in the database because it is the only one of the two with test data. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5262 and single-core score of 1039 establish a baseline for a low-power mobile processor. The PassMark multithread score of 10174 and single-thread score of 2153 confirm this positioning. The N355's 15 W TDP and single-channel memory bus with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth align with ultraportable and embedded use cases rather than high-performance computing.

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 wins on paper in architectural capacity. Its 16 cores and 32 threads double the core count and quadruple the thread count of the Intel part. The 64 MB L3 cache dwarfs the Intel's 6 MB shared L3. The quad-channel LPDDR5X memory bus delivers 273.1 GB/s, which is roughly 7.1 times the Intel's 38.4 GB/s single-channel bandwidth. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel does not. The Radeon 8065S integrated graphics on the AMD side contrasts with the Intel UHD Graphics 770, though no graphics benchmarks exist in the database for either.

The workload split follows the architectural divide. The Intel N355 wins in any scenario where low power consumption and adequate single-thread performance matter, given its 15 W TDP and 3.90 GHz boost. The AMD part wins in scenarios demanding high memory bandwidth, large cache capacity, and massive thread parallelism, such as data compression, encryption, and physics simulation, though these wins are inferred from specifications rather than measured scores. The AMD processor's 55 W TDP and 5.20 GHz boost clock support sustained high-frequency operation, but the absence of benchmark data means no performance delta can be stated.

The Verdict

The database records a clear asymmetry. The Intel Core 3 N355 is a measured, active mobile processor with 17 benchmark scores and a 68th percentile ranking. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has no benchmark scores, a 50th percentile placeholder, and an average benchmark score of 0. The Intel part's nearest rivals all sit within 1.1% of its average score, indicating stable, predictable performance for its class.

For users selecting based on recorded data, the Intel Core 3 N355 is the only option with verified results. Its scores place it alongside the Intel Core i3-12100F and Intel Core i5-9500, both established desktop parts, which indicates the N355 delivers competitive performance despite its mobile form factor and 15 W TDP. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 cannot be recommended or dismissed on benchmark evidence alone, as the database contains no measurements for it.

The AMD processor's specifications point to a higher-performance tier, but the data does not support a quantitative verdict. The 16-core, 32-thread configuration, 64 MB L3 cache, and 273.1 GB/s memory bandwidth imply superiority in multi-threaded and memory-intensive workloads. The Intel part's 8-core, 8-thread design and 6 MB L3 cache limit it in those same areas. The 50th percentile ranking for the AMD part, while based on no scores, suggests the database treats it as an average performer pending actual results.

FAQ

Q: What is the Intel Core 3 N355's best benchmark score?

A: The highest single score in the database is 117435 in PassMark data compression, followed by 33894 in integer math and 22695 in floating point math.

Q: How does the Intel Core 3 N355 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: It is within 1.1% of all four nearest rivals. The Intel Core i3-12100F scores 13494 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-9500 scores 13452 (0.3% delta), the Intel Core 5 120UL scores 13594 (-0.8% delta), and the Intel Core i7-1250U scores 13351 (1.1% delta).

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 have any benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists zero benchmark results for the AMD processor, with an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 3 N355 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor support?

A: The AMD processor supports 273.1 GB/s via quad-channel LPDDR5X. The Intel processor supports 38.4 GB/s via single-channel DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5.

Q: What are the TDP values for the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 has a TDP of 55 W. The Intel Core 3 N355 has a TDP of 15 W.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 and Intel Core 3 N355 represent divergent design philosophies. The AMD part uses the Gorgon Halo codename with a Ryzen AI Max+ PRO (Zen 5) generation label, built on a 4 nm TSMC process. The Intel part uses the Twin Lake architecture with a Core 3 (Alder Lake-N) generation label, built on a 10 nm Intel process. The process node difference gives AMD a density and efficiency advantage on paper.

Core and cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor uses 16 cores and 32 threads, with 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3. The Intel processor uses 8 cores and 8 threads, with 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD L3 cache is over 10 times larger than the Intel L3, though the Intel L1 per core is slightly larger at 96 KB versus 80 KB.

Memory subsystems are in different classes. The AMD part supports LPDDR5X over a quad-channel bus with 273.1 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. The Intel part supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over a single-channel bus with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth and no ECC. The AMD memory bandwidth advantage approaches 7.1 times the Intel figure. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Intel provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes.

Clock speeds and power envelopes separate the two further. The AMD part runs at 3.10 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost within a 55 W TDP. The Intel part runs at 1.90 GHz base and 3.90 GHz boost within a 15 W TDP. The AMD boost clock exceeds the Intel boost by 1.30 GHz, and the TDP difference is 40 W. Both processors use non-unlocked multipliers and target the mobile market segment, with production status listed as Active for both. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP11, while the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1264. The AMD die consists of 2x 70.6 mm² chiplets, while the Intel die size is not recorded. Integrated graphics differ as well: the AMD Radeon 8065S versus the Intel UHD Graphics 770. Release dates place the Intel part at January 2025 and the AMD part at May 2026 in the database records.