AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U and the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B). The head-to-head benchmark table is empty, with zero wins assigned to either processor. This absence of direct measurement data means any performance comparison must rely on the separately recorded scores for the AMD part and the architectural specifications of the NVIDIA part.

For the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U, the recorded benchmark suite shows a distinct performance profile. The highest single score appears in data compression at 87,380, a figure that far exceeds all other recorded measurements for this processor. Integer math follows at 26,321, while floating point math reaches 12,707. Random string sorting produces 10,414, and multithreaded performance is recorded at 7,071. Data encryption yields 5,580, extended instructions score 3,274, and single-thread performance is listed twice with identical values of 2,136. The physics test produces 483, and prime number finding records a low 21. The average benchmark score across all tests is 14,320.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50. The AMD part, by contrast, holds a percentile of 69, meaning it sits above the NVIDIA part in the overall distribution of recorded CPU performance. The absence of any test results for the NVIDIA part prevents a direct numerical comparison of specific workloads such as compression, encryption, or floating point math.

The nearest rivals for the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U provide context for its average score. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 scores 14,336, a delta of -0.1 percent relative to the 3501U. The AMD Ryzen 3 7320C scores 14,277, a delta of 0.3 percent. The Intel Core 7 160UL scores 14,232, a delta of 0.6 percent. The Intel Core i5-10400F scores 14,185, a delta of 1 percent. These deltas indicate that the 3501U's average score sits within a narrow band of roughly 1 percent above or below these four comparable processors. The data shows a clustered performance level, not a dominant lead or significant deficit against its nearest measured rivals.

FAQ

Q: Does the database contain any direct benchmark comparisons between the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U and the NVIDIA RTX Spark?

A: No. The head-to-head benchmark table is empty, and the wins counter for both processors is 0. The NVIDIA RTX Spark has no recorded benchmark scores at all, while the AMD part has a full suite of PassMark measurements.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has an average benchmark score of 14,320. The NVIDIA RTX Spark has an average benchmark score of 0, because no benchmark results are recorded for it.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The nearest rivals and their deltas are: AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 at 14,336 (-0.1 percent), AMD Ryzen 3 7320C at 14,277 (+0.3 percent), Intel Core 7 160UL at 14,232 (+0.6 percent), and Intel Core i5-10400F at 14,185 (+1 percent). The 3501U's average score is effectively within 1 percent of all four.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U ranks in the 69th percentile versus all CPUs. The NVIDIA RTX Spark ranks in the 50th percentile, despite having no recorded average score.

Q: What are the production statuses of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is listed as Active. The NVIDIA RTX Spark is listed as unreleased.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads. The NVIDIA RTX Spark has 20 cores and 20 threads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ substantially in their underlying architecture. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U comes from the 3000 series, uses the Picasso codename, and belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation based on Zen+ (Picasso). It is built on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries, with a transistor count of 4,940 million and a die size of 210 mm². The NVIDIA RTX Spark uses the N1X codename and belongs to the Spark generation (GB10). It is built on a 3 nm process at TSMC, with a die size of 208 mm². The transistor count for the NVIDIA part is not recorded.

Cache layouts diverge sharply. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The NVIDIA part has 128 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The NVIDIA part therefore provides more cache at every level, both per core and in total shared L3.

Memory architecture also differs. The AMD part supports DDR4 memory over a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The NVIDIA part supports LPDDR5X over a quad-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s. That bandwidth figure is more than seven times higher, although no direct benchmark confirms how that translates into real-world performance.

PCIe support differs as well. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 3, while the NVIDIA part has no PCIe specification recorded, listed as N/A. The integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses Radeon Vega 8, while the NVIDIA part uses GB20B "Blackwell" graphics. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Clock speeds show a mixed picture. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The NVIDIA part has a lower base clock of 1.70 GHz but a higher boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The thermal design power differs as well: the AMD part is rated at 15 watts, while the NVIDIA part is rated at 38 watts.

The socket and market positioning also differ. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP5. The NVIDIA part has no socket listed. Both target the mobile market segment. The AMD part is active, while the NVIDIA part is unreleased. The AMD part has a release date of May 2026, while the NVIDIA part has a release date of December 2025.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split between the two processors, but only in one direction. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has a complete set of recorded benchmark scores, an average score of 14,320, and a 69th percentile ranking. The NVIDIA RTX Spark has no recorded benchmark scores, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking. Any user selecting a processor based on measured performance data would choose the AMD part, because it is the only one with verified results.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark presents a different profile on paper. It offers 20 cores and 20 threads compared to 4 cores and 4 threads for the AMD part. It has a higher boost clock of 4.00 GHz versus 3.70 GHz, a larger shared L3 cache of 8 MB versus 4 MB, and a substantially higher memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s. It is built on a smaller 3 nm process versus 12 nm. These specifications suggest a more capable part in raw throughput terms, but the database contains no benchmark results to confirm any actual performance advantage.

The production status matters. The AMD part is active and available. The NVIDIA part is unreleased. The release dates reflect this: the NVIDIA part is dated December 2025, while the AMD part is dated May 2026. A user looking at currently recorded data cannot verify any performance claims for the NVIDIA part, because none exist.

The verdict from the data is simple: the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is the only processor with measurable benchmark performance, and it sits in the 69th percentile against all CPUs. The NVIDIA RTX Spark remains an unverified product with zero recorded scores. Until benchmark data appears for the NVIDIA part, the AMD processor is the only one that can be assessed on measured results.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field.

• Cores: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 20 cores.
• Threads: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 threads. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 20 threads.
• Base clock: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 2.10 GHz. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 1.70 GHz.
• Boost clock: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 3.70 GHz. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 4.00 GHz.
• TDP: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is rated at 15 watts. NVIDIA RTX Spark is rated at 38 watts.
• Socket: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses AMD Socket FP5. NVIDIA RTX Spark has no socket listed.
• Codename: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses Picasso. NVIDIA RTX Spark uses N1X.
• Generation: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is Ryzen 5 (Zen+ (Picasso)). NVIDIA RTX Spark is Spark (GB10).
• Process node: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses 12 nm. NVIDIA RTX Spark uses 3 nm.
• Foundry: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses GlobalFoundries. NVIDIA RTX Spark uses TSMC.
• Transistors: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4,940 million. NVIDIA RTX Spark has no recorded value.
• Die size: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is 210 mm². NVIDIA RTX Spark is 208 mm².
• L1 cache: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 96 KB per core. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 128 KB per core.
• L2 cache: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 512 KB per core. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 2 MB per core.
• L3 cache: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 MB shared. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 8 MB shared.
• Memory support: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses DDR4. NVIDIA RTX Spark uses LPDDR5X.
• Memory bus: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is dual-channel. NVIDIA RTX Spark is quad-channel.
• Memory bandwidth: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 38.4 GB/s. NVIDIA RTX Spark has 273.1 GB/s.
• PCIe: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses Gen 3. NVIDIA RTX Spark is listed as N/A.
• Integrated graphics: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses Radeon Vega 8. NVIDIA RTX Spark uses GB20B "Blackwell".
• Market segment: Both are mobile.
• Production status: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is Active. NVIDIA RTX Spark is unreleased.
• Release date: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is May 2026. NVIDIA RTX Spark is December 2025.
• Part number: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is YM3501C4T4MFG. NVIDIA RTX Spark is GSE1-675-A1.
• Percentile: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is 69. NVIDIA RTX Spark is 50.
• Average benchmark score: AMD Ryzen 5 3501U is 14,320. NVIDIA RTX Spark is 0.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U wins in every category where measured data exists. It has recorded benchmark scores across nine distinct tests, an average score of 14,320, and a 69th percentile ranking. It is also the only one of the two with an active production status, meaning it is available for purchase and use. For any workload that relies on verified performance, the AMD part is the clear choice: data compression at 87,380, integer math at 26,321, floating point math at 12,707, and single-thread performance at 2,136 all come from actual measurements.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark wins on paper specifications only. It offers 20 cores versus 4, a higher boost clock of 4.00 GHz versus 3.70 GHz, a larger L3 cache of 8 MB versus 4 MB, and a memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s. It is built on a smaller 3 nm process and uses a quad-channel memory bus. These specifications suggest the NVIDIA part could excel in highly parallel workloads that scale with core count, memory bandwidth, and cache capacity. However, the database contains zero benchmark scores for this processor, so no measured win can be assigned to it.

The production status also favors the AMD part for immediate use. The NVIDIA part is unreleased, with a December 2025 date, while the AMD part is active with a May 2026 date. For a user who needs a processor today, the AMD part is the only option with both availability and measured results.

The wins counter in the database confirms this asymmetry: the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U records 0 wins, and the NVIDIA RTX Spark also records 0 wins. Neither processor has a direct head-to-head victory because no head-to-head benchmarks exist. The practical split is therefore: the AMD part wins on all measured performance, availability, and percentile ranking, while the NVIDIA part wins only on unverified architectural specifications.