AMD Athlon PRO 200GE vs Intel Core i3-7300T Comparison

The Intel Core i3-7300T and AMD Athlon PRO 200GE are both 35-watt, dual-core processors with four threads, aimed at compact and low-power desktop systems. The benchmark data reveals a consistent performance gap across all tested workloads, with the Intel part winning every head-to-head comparison. Both processors occupy the same 34th percentile in the global CPU performance distribution, yet their average benchmark scores and individual test results show the i3-7300T holds a clear, if modest, edge in raw compute capability.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking pattern in the head-to-head data is the uniformity of the Intel Core i3-7300T’s advantage. Across five Cinebench tests—spanning multiple generations of the benchmark and both single-core and multi-core workloads—the i3-7300T wins every round with deltas between 8.4% and 8.9%. This consistency suggests a fundamental per-clock or architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i3-7300T scores 354 against the Athlon PRO 200GE’s 326, a delta of 8.6%. Moving to Cinebench R20 multi-core, the gap narrows slightly to 8.4%: Intel scores 1477, AMD scores 1362. The single-core results tell a similar story. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the i3-7300T posts 208 versus 191 for the Athlon, an 8.9% lead—the largest margin in the entire comparison. Cinebench R23 follows the same trajectory: multi-core shows Intel at 3519 against AMD’s 3243 (8.5%), and single-core shows Intel at 496 against AMD’s 457 (also 8.5%).

Notably, the Athlon PRO 200GE has additional Geekbench results in its benchmark set—1887 multi-core and 932 single-core—but the Intel i3-7300T lacks corresponding Geekbench entries in the data. Therefore, no direct head-to-head comparison can be made on that platform. For the five tests where both processors have scores, the Intel part wins all five. The wins matrix confirms this: 5 wins for the i3-7300T, 0 for the Athlon PRO 200GE.

The average benchmark scores reinforce the trend. The i3-7300T holds an average benchmark score of 1211, while the Athlon PRO 200GE sits at 1200. That 11-point gap is small in absolute terms, but it aligns with the consistent 8-9% deltas seen in the paired tests. The nearest rivals for each chip also contextualize their standing: the i3-7300T’s closest competitor is the Intel Xeon E5645 at a 0% delta, while the Athlon PRO 200GE’s nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-3330, also at a 0% delta. This places both chips in similar company, but the i3-7300T edges ahead in every direct measurement.

The Verdict

From the data alone, the Intel Core i3-7300T is the stronger performer. It wins every benchmark in the head-to-head set, with margins ranging from 8.4% to 8.9%. There is no workload category in the provided results where the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE closes the gap or takes a lead. For users prioritizing raw CPU throughput in Cinebench-style rendering or compute tasks, the i3-7300T is the clear choice.

However, the verdict is not one-sided in all practical dimensions. The Athlon PRO 200GE is marked as end-of-life, while the i3-7300T remains in active production. The AMD chip is classified in the server/workstation market segment, whereas the Intel part targets desktop. The AMD processor also offers a different integrated graphics solution (Radeon Vega 3) compared to Intel’s HD 630, though no graphics benchmarks are provided to judge their relative performance. If the decision hinges solely on the CPU compute scores in this fact pack, the i3-7300T wins. If platform longevity or specific integrated graphics capabilities matter, the Athlon PRO 200GE may still be worth considering, but its performance deficit is real and consistent.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and foundries. The Intel Core i3-7300T is built on Kaby Lake architecture using Intel’s 14 nm process node, with the die manufactured by Intel itself. The AMD Athlon PRO 200GE uses the Zen architecture (specifically the Raven Ridge variant) on a 14 nm node, fabricated by GlobalFoundries. Both use the same process size, but the underlying transistor designs are entirely distinct.

Cache configurations differ notably. The i3-7300T has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, with 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Athlon PRO 200GE has larger per-core caches: 96 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, but the same 4 MB of shared L3. The AMD chip also discloses its transistor count (4,800 million) and die size (192 mm²), while the Intel part does not list these figures. The larger cache hierarchy on the AMD side does not translate into higher benchmark scores in the provided data.

Clock speeds differ as well. The i3-7300T has a base clock of 3.50 GHz, while the Athlon PRO 200GE runs at 3.20 GHz. Neither processor supports boost clocks, so these base figures represent their maximum sustained speeds. Both have a 35 W TDP, making them thermal equals on paper. The i3-7300T uses Intel Socket 1151, while the Athlon PRO 200GE uses AMD Socket AM4, meaning they are not platform-interchangeable.

PCIe connectivity shows a significant divergence. The i3-7300T provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Athlon PRO 200GE offers Gen 3 with only 4 lanes. This could affect expandability for discrete GPUs or NVMe drives, though no direct performance tests are provided. Memory bandwidth also differs: the Intel chip lists 38.4 GB/s, while the AMD chip lists 42.7 GB/s. Both support dual-channel DDR4, and neither supports ECC memory.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i3-7300T runs at 3.50 GHz, while the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE runs at 3.20 GHz. Neither chip has a boost clock, so these are the maximum speeds.

Q: Do these CPUs support ECC memory?

A: No. Both the Intel Core i3-7300T and the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE have ECC memory support listed as false.

Q: How many PCIe lanes does each processor provide?

A: The Intel Core i3-7300T provides 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU, while the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE provides only 4 PCIe Gen 3 lanes.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on both chips?

A: Both processors have 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The L1 and L2 caches differ: Intel uses 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core; AMD uses 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-7300T has an average benchmark score of 1211, compared to 1200 for the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE. The Intel chip also wins all five head-to-head Cinebench tests.

Q: Are both processors still in production?

A: No. The Intel Core i3-7300T has an active production status, while the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE is listed as end-of-life.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i3-7300T wins every benchmark category present in the data. Its largest margin is in Cinebench R20 single-core, where it leads by 8.9%. Its smallest margin is also in Cinebench R20, but in the multi-core test, where it leads by 8.4%. Across R15, R20, and R23, the Intel chip consistently outperforms the AMD part by roughly 8.5%, regardless of whether the workload scales across both cores or runs on a single thread. This makes the i3-7300T the superior choice for CPU-bound rendering tasks, single-threaded applications, and general compute workloads as measured by Cinebench.

The AMD Athlon PRO 200GE does not win any of the five head-to-head benchmarks. However, it is not without its own data points of interest. The AMD chip has a higher memory bandwidth rating (42.7 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s) and larger L1 and L2 caches per core. It also features the Radeon Vega 3 integrated graphics, while Intel uses HD 630; no iGPU benchmarks are provided, so any comparison there is qualitative. The Athlon PRO 200GE’s classification as a server/workstation part, despite its desktop-style socket, might appeal to specific build scenarios, but the performance data does not show a scenario where the AMD chip overtakes the Intel chip in CPU compute.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications, though they share a 35 W TDP, dual-channel DDR4 memory support, and a 14 nm process node. The most consequential differences are clock speed, socket, PCIe lane count, memory bandwidth, and production status.

The Intel Core i3-7300T has a 3.50 GHz base clock, while the AMD Athlon PRO 200GE has a 3.20 GHz base clock. The Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1151; the AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM4. PCIe support is a major split: Intel provides 16 Gen 3 lanes, AMD provides only 4 Gen 3 lanes. Memory bandwidth favors AMD at 42.7 GB/s versus Intel’s 38.4 GB/s.

Cache hierarchies differ per core: Intel has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2, while AMD has 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2. Both share 4 MB of L3. The integrated graphics differ (Intel HD 630 vs. Radeon Vega 3), and the market segments differ (Desktop for Intel, Server/Workstation for AMD). Production status also diverges: Intel is active, AMD is end-of-life. The AMD chip lists transistor count (4,800 million) and die size (192 mm²), while the Intel chip does not provide those details. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier, and neither has a listed launch MSRP.