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Rate My PC: AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 + Intel Arc A370M

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CPU
90%
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GPU
93%
PROCESSOR

AMD Ryzen AI 7 350

34,222 Benchmark Score
Top 10% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc A370M

29,175 Benchmark Score
Top 7% Market Ranking
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0-30
Mid-Range
30-60
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60-85
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85-100
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90-100

Ultimate

4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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1440p Ultra or 4K High settings, excellent for modern AAA titles

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50-69

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1080p Ultra or 1440p Medium, great value for most gamers

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30-49

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1080p Medium settings, suitable for eSports and older titles

1080p Med eSports
0-29

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Basic gaming, older titles, consider upgrading for modern games

720p-1080p Low Older Games

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 and Intel Arc A370M pairing represents a specific mobile configuration: a Zen 5-based 8-core processor with a discrete-class Intel Arc GPU in a laptop form factor. The data shows a combined percentile rank of 79 among all tested builds, placing this configuration in the upper tier of laptop systems. The CPU alone sits at the 84th percentile against all CPUs, while the GPU holds the 74th percentile against all GPUs. This is a system built around efficiency and balanced capability rather than extreme performance, and the benchmark data reflects a machine that can handle serious productivity work while offering entry-level discrete graphics performance.

CPU Analysis

The AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 is built on the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Krackan Point, fabricated on a 4 nm TSMC process with a die size of 195 mm². It features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The processor draws a 28 W TDP, which positions it firmly in the efficient mobile segment. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, yielding a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, which is sufficient for the paired GPU and other peripherals.

The benchmark scores paint a clear picture of a well-rounded mobile CPU. In Cinebench R23, the processor scores 16014.5 points in multi-core and 1958 points in single-core. The multi-core result indicates strong sustained workloads for a 28 W part, while the single-core score of 1958 shows excellent per-thread performance, which is critical for responsiveness in everyday tasks and lightly threaded applications. Geekbench results reinforce this: 11676 multi-core and 2164 single-core. The PassMark suite adds granularity: multi-thread score of 24935, single-thread score of 3834, integer math at 85651, floating-point math at 53230, and extended instructions at 21678. Data compression hits 304089, data encryption reaches 15244, and random string sorting scores 33266. Physics simulation scores 1349, and prime number finding scores 80.

Interpreting these numbers against the nearest rivals provides context. The CPU’s average benchmark score is 34222, which is essentially identical to the AMD EPYC 4244P (34220, 0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (34260, -0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i5-13450HX (34333, -0.3% delta). The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H scores 34083, which is 0.4% behind. This means the Ryzen AI 7 350 delivers desktop-level multi-threaded performance from the previous generation, but in a 28 W mobile envelope. For real workloads, this translates to snappy compilation times, efficient video encoding, and responsive multitasking. The high single-core score of 1958 in Cinebench R23 suggests that office applications, web browsing, and code editing will feel instant. The 16 threads provide enough parallelism for moderate rendering tasks and data processing, though the 8 MB L3 cache is modest compared to higher-end desktop parts.

Benchmark Performance

The overall picture from the benchmark data shows a system that is stronger on the CPU side than the GPU side, but both components hold respectable positions. The CPU’s percentile rank of 84 against all CPUs indicates it outperforms the vast majority of processors in the database. The GPU’s percentile rank of 74 against all GPUs shows it sits above three-quarters of the field, though it is not a high-end part. The combined percentile for this build is 79, reflecting a balanced pairing where neither component dramatically drags down the other.

The CPU’s average benchmark score of 34222 places it in the same league as the AMD EPYC 4244P (34220, 0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (34260, -0.1% delta). These are significant comparisons: the Ryzen 7 3700X is a desktop processor that was a mainstream favorite, and this mobile chip matches its average score. The Intel Core i5-13450HX is a 10-core mobile part, and the Ryzen AI 7 350 is merely 0.3% behind it. The Intel Core Ultra 7 165H, another mobile chip, is 0.4% behind the Ryzen. The data suggests that in terms of raw throughput, this 28 W mobile CPU competes with or exceeds many higher-power parts.

On the GPU side, the Arc A370M achieves a Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676 and a Vulkan score of 28673, with an average of 29175. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH (29197, -0.1% delta), the AMD FirePro W8000 (29211, -0.1% delta), the AMD Radeon RX 470 (28996, 0.6% delta), and the AMD Radeon RX 6800M (28874, 1% delta). The RX 6800M is a high-end mobile GPU, and the Arc A370M is 1% ahead of it in this average score, which is surprising but reflects the specific benchmark mix. The RX 470 is a desktop GPU from the Polaris era, and the Arc A370M edges it out by 0.6%. These deltas are small, indicating that the A370M performs in a narrow band around these parts.

The combined picture shows a system that is well-suited for productivity and moderate gaming. The CPU’s high percentile ensures that most applications will not be CPU-bound, while the GPU’s 74th percentile suggests it can handle lighter titles and lower settings on demanding games. The data indicates no measured FPS for this exact combination, so all frame rate discussions are estimates derived from the benchmark scores.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc A370M is built on the Xe-HPG architecture, codenamed Alchemist, specifically the DG2-128 chip fabricated on a 6 nm TSMC process. The die contains 7,200 million transistors across a 157 mm² area, with a transistor density of 45.9M per mm². The GPU has 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. It includes 8 ray tracing cores, which is notable for a mobile part in this class. The base clock runs at 1550 MHz, with a boost clock of 2050 MHz. Memory is 4 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s. The memory clock is 1750 MHz, which translates to 14 Gbps effective. The pixel rate is 65.60 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 131.2 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 4.198 TFLOPS, with FP16 reaching 8.397 TFLOPS at a 2:1 ratio. The GPU draws a 35 W TDP, and it interfaces via PCIe 4.0 x8. The API support is comprehensive: DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4.

The benchmark scores indicate a GPU that is competitive with mid-range parts from several generations ago. The Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676 and Vulkan score of 28673 place it at the 74th percentile overall. The nearest rival, the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GH, scores 29197, a 0.1% difference, meaning the A370M is essentially tied with that integrated Vega-based GPU. The AMD FirePro W8000, a workstation card, scores 29211, also a 0.1% gap. The Radeon RX 470 scores 28996, which the A370M beats by 0.6%, and the Radeon RX 6800M scores 28874, which the A370M beats by 1%. This last delta is curious because the RX 6800M is a much larger GPU, but the average benchmark score here suggests the A370M holds its own in these specific tests.

For rendering workloads, the FP32 performance of 4.198 TFLOPS is modest. However, the presence of 8 ray tracing cores means the A370M can handle ray-traced effects in supported titles, albeit at lower resolutions and settings. The 4 GB VRAM is a limitation for modern games with high-resolution textures, but for 1080p gaming and light creative work, it is sufficient. The 112.0 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for the 64-bit bus, and the 14 Gbps effective memory speed helps keep the GPU fed. The boost clock of 2050 MHz is respectable for a 35 W part, indicating efficient power delivery. The DirectX 12 Ultimate support means the GPU can leverage hardware-accelerated ray tracing and mesh shaders, which broadens its compatibility with current titles.

Who Should Build It

This laptop configuration targets users who need strong CPU performance in a power-efficient package without sacrificing the ability to run games or GPU-accelerated applications. The CPU’s 84th percentile rank and its parity with the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X make it ideal for software developers who compile code frequently, data analysts running complex queries, and students in engineering or computer science programs. The 16 threads handle parallel workloads well, and the single-core score of 1958 in Cinebench R23 ensures that interactive tools remain responsive.

Content creators who edit 1080p video or work with large photo libraries will find the CPU’s multi-core score of 16014.5 in Cinebench R23 sufficient for rendering previews and exporting projects. The GPU’s 74th percentile and its Vulkan score of 28673 suggest it can accelerate certain effects and encode tasks, though it is not a professional-grade rendering solution. Gamers at 1080p with medium to low settings in demanding titles, or high settings in esports titles, will find the GPU adequate. The combined percentile of 79 indicates this is a mid-to-upper tier laptop, suitable for small business workstations that need a balance of processing power and graphics capability without the cost or power draw of larger systems.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The processor uses the AMD Socket FP8, which is a mobile-only socket. This means the CPU is soldered to the motherboard, and upgrades would require a new laptop or motherboard replacement, which is not practical. The platform supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus, with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Users can potentially upgrade memory capacity, but the speed is fixed by the memory controller. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, which is used for the GPU and storage. The GPU is an Intel Arc A370M, which is an end-of-life product, and it is likely soldered as well, meaning the GPU is not upgradeable in a traditional sense.

The CPU’s TDP is 28 W, and the GPU’s TDP is 35 W, making a combined load of roughly 63 W for the two main components. The suggested PSU field is null, but the low TDPs imply that the laptop’s power adapter is modest, and there is no headroom for overclocking since the CPU has a locked multiplier. The memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is a limiting factor for highly memory-intensive workloads, but it is appropriate for the class. A sensible next upgrade for a user would be increasing system RAM to the maximum supported capacity and ensuring the storage is a fast PCIe Gen 4 NVMe drive to take advantage of the available lanes. The platform is not designed for component-level upgrades, so the entire laptop is the upgrade path.

Gaming Performance

The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS data for this exact CPU and GPU combination. Therefore, all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from the GPU’s benchmark scores and the CPU’s strong single-core performance. The GPU’s 74th percentile rank, its Geekbench OpenCL score of 29676, and its Vulkan score of 28673 suggest it can handle esports titles like CS:GO, Valorant, or League of Legends at high settings and high frame rates at 1080p. For more demanding AAA titles, the 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth will be limiting, so users should expect medium settings at 1080p for playable frame rates, or lower settings for smoother performance.

The CPU’s single-core score of 1958 in Cinebench R23 ensures that the processor will not bottleneck in most games, as many titles are single-threaded or lightly threaded. The 8 cores and 16 threads provide enough headroom for background tasks like streaming or Discord while gaming. The ray tracing cores on the GPU allow for ray-traced effects, but performance will be low due to the modest FP32 throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS. In practice, users should disable ray tracing for playable frame rates. The GPU’s performance is comparable to the AMD Radeon RX 470 desktop GPU, which historically handled 1080p gaming well in its era. Thus, for modern games, this system is best suited for 1080p with medium settings, or lower resolutions for high-refresh gaming.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a system where the CPU is the stronger component relative to its class, while the GPU is adequate but not exceptional. The CPU’s 84th percentile versus the GPU’s 74th percentile indicates that in CPU-bound workloads, the system will perform admirably, but in GPU-bound tasks, the Arc A370M will cap performance. For example, in video editing, the CPU’s multi-core score of 16014.5 in Cinebench R23 will handle rendering and effects processing, but the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth will limit the complexity of GPU-accelerated effects or the resolution of previews.

In gaming, the CPU is unlikely to be the bottleneck in most titles, as its single-core performance is strong. The GPU will be the limiting factor, especially in demanding games that require more than 4 GB of VRAM or high texture bandwidth. The FPS scaling from the benchmark scores suggests that lowering resolution from 1440p to 1080p will yield significant gains, as the GPU’s pixel rate of 65.60 GPixel/s is modest. The CPU’s 28 W TDP and the GPU’s 35 W TDP mean the system is power-efficient, but the GPU’s end-of-life status suggests it will not receive future optimizations, potentially widening the bottleneck in future titles.

Build Overview

This build pairs the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, an 8-core Zen 5 mobile processor, with the Intel Arc A370M, a 4 GB discrete GPU from the Alchemist generation. The build class is laptop, and the combined percentile is 79, indicating a system that outperforms roughly four-fifths of all tested configurations. The CPU is a current-generation part, released in January 2025, while the GPU is end-of-life, released in March 2022. This mismatch means the CPU will remain relevant for years, but the GPU may struggle with future software requirements.

The system is designed for mobile users who prioritize CPU performance and efficiency. The 28 W CPU TDP and 35 W GPU TDP make it suitable for thin-and-light laptops that still offer discrete graphics. The CPU’s performance rivals desktop parts like the Ryzen 7 3700X, while the GPU’s performance is comparable to older desktop GPUs like the Radeon RX 470. Overall, this is a mid-range mobile workstation that excels at productivity and handles gaming at 1080p with adjusted settings. It is not a high-end gaming machine, but it offers a balanced experience for a wide range of tasks.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU’s performance relative to the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X?

A: The Ryzen AI 7 350 has an average benchmark score of 34222, while the Ryzen 7 3700X scores 34260, representing a 0.1% difference. The two processors are essentially tied in overall performance.

Q: How much VRAM does the Intel Arc A370M have?

A: The GPU has 4 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 112.0 GB/s.

Q: Is the CPU compatible with desktop motherboards?

A: No, the CPU uses the AMD Socket FP8, which is a mobile-only socket, so it is not compatible with desktop motherboards.

Q: What is the GPU’s ray tracing capability?

A: The Arc A370M includes 8 ray tracing cores, allowing for hardware-accelerated ray tracing in supported titles, though performance is limited by the 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 throughput.

Q: What is the system’s combined performance percentile?

A: The build has a combined percentile of 79, meaning it outperforms 79% of all tested configurations in the database.

Q: What memory types does the CPU support?

A: The CPU supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus, with a maximum bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: How does the GPU compare to the AMD Radeon RX 470?

A: The Arc A370M has an average benchmark score of 29175, while the RX 470 scores 28996, meaning the A370M is 0.6% ahead.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: At 1080p with competitive settings, the GPU’s Vulkan score of 28673 and the CPU’s single-core score of 1958 in Cinebench R23 should deliver frame rates above 60 FPS in esports titles, though the 4 GB VRAM may require lowered textures in newer games.

Streaming: The CPU’s 16 threads and multi-core score of 16014.5 in Cinebench R23 provide ample headroom for encoding while gaming, but the GPU’s modest 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 performance will limit the game’s graphical settings to keep the stream smooth.

Video editing: The CPU’s 84th percentile rank ensures smooth timeline scrubbing and fast export times for 1080p projects, while the GPU’s 29676 OpenCL score can accelerate effects and color grading.

3D rendering: The CPU’s 8 cores and 16 threads with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 16014.5 will handle CPU-based rendering, but the GPU’s 4 GB VRAM and 112.0 GB/s bandwidth will restrict GPU-accelerated renderers to smaller scenes.

Software development: The CPU’s parity with the Ryzen 7 3700X means compilation times will be short, and the 16 threads allow for parallel builds, while the GPU is sufficient for GUI acceleration.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-core score of 3834 in PassMark ensures responsive applications, and the 28 W TDP contributes to long battery life, making it ideal for note-taking, research, and productivity suites.