AMD EPYC 7573X vs AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE and the AMD EPYC 7573X occupy opposite ends of the processor spectrum. The Ryzen 3 is a compact desktop chip with four cores, while the EPYC is a massive server processor with 32 cores. This comparison walks through the recorded benchmark data, architectural differences, and the specific use cases where each processor has a clear advantage.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are unambiguous across every recorded test. The AMD EPYC 7573X wins all six head-to-head comparisons in the database, with a consistent performance gap of 80.2% in its favor in each test.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the EPYC 7573X scores 5948 against the Ryzen 3 8300GE's 1179. That is a gap of 4769 points. The single-core test in the same suite shows the EPYC 7573X at 839, compared to the Ryzen 3 8300GE's 166. The 80.2% delta appears in every single comparison, which indicates a systematic advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The EPYC 7573X records 24787 in multicore, while the Ryzen 3 8300GE manages 4916. The single-core result shows 3499 for the EPYC 7573X and 693 for the Ryzen 3 8300GE. The R23 suite continues this trend: 59017 for the EPYC 7573X in multicore versus 11705 for the Ryzen 3 8300GE, and 8331 versus 1652 in single-core.

The remarkable aspect of these results is that the EPYC 7573X wins the single-core tests by the same 80.2% margin as the multicore tests. Single-core performance typically reflects clock speed and architectural efficiency, and the Ryzen 3 8300GE has a higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz compared to the EPYC 7573X's 3.60 GHz. Yet the EPYC 7573X still leads by that identical margin. This suggests that the benchmark environment and the architectural differences measured here produce a uniform scaling factor between the two chips.

The Ryzen 3 8300GE does have additional PassMark benchmarks recorded in the database that are not part of the head-to-head set. These include a multithread score of 13507, a single-thread score of 3644, integer math at 39163, floating point math at 24681, and data compression at 155164. The EPYC 7573X does not have corresponding entries for these tests, so a direct comparison is not possible for those workloads.

The average benchmark score tells a slightly different story. The Ryzen 3 8300GE has an average benchmark score of 17614, while the EPYC 7573X has 17070. This is because the Ryzen 3 has many more recorded benchmarks in the database, including the PassMark suite, which pulls its average up. The EPYC 7573X only has the six Cinebench results recorded, and those all skew toward its strengths.

Both processors sit at the 71st percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Ryzen 3 8300GE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100T with an average score of 17648 and a delta of -0.2%, the Intel Core i3-13100F at 17653 with -0.2%, the Intel Core i7-1255U at 17656 with -0.2%, and the AMD EPYC 9374F at 17693 with -0.4%. The EPYC 7573X's nearest rivals are the Intel Core i5-11400 at 17067 with a delta of 0%, the Intel Core Ultra 7 164U at 17074 with 0%, the AMD Ryzen 5 3600 at 17035 with 0.2%, and the AMD EPYC 7H12 at 17120 with -0.3%. These rival scores show that the average benchmark score is heavily influenced by which tests are included, and the two processors are near the same percentile despite the massive difference in their Cinebench results.

Where Each One Wins

The EPYC 7573X wins every head-to-head benchmark in the database. That includes both single-core and multicore tests across three versions of Cinebench. For any workload measured by Cinebench, the EPYC 7573X is the stronger processor by a consistent 80.2% margin.

The Ryzen 3 8300GE has no recorded head-to-head wins. However, its PassMark results show respectable absolute numbers for a four-core desktop chip. The multithread score of 13507 and the single-thread score of 3644 indicate solid performance for its class. The data compression score of 155164 and the encryption score of 8603 suggest capable handling of everyday computing tasks.

The use-case split comes down to workload scale. The EPYC 7573X is built for server and workstation environments where 32 cores and 64 threads can be fully utilized. The Ryzen 3 8300GE is a desktop processor where the integrated Radeon 740M graphics and the 35 W TDP make it suitable for compact systems. The database shows no PassMark results for the EPYC 7573X, so its performance on those specific workloads remains unmeasured.

For single-threaded applications, the data still favors the EPYC 7573X, which is counterintuitive given the Ryzen 3 8300GE's higher boost clock. The 4.90 GHz boost on the Ryzen 3 does not translate into a win in the recorded single-core tests. The EPYC 7573X leads by the same 80.2% margin in single-core as in multicore, which points to the benchmark methodology measuring something consistent across both chips.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations of AMD architecture. The Ryzen 3 8300GE uses Zen 4 architecture under the codename Phoenix2, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The EPYC 7573X uses Zen 3 architecture under the codename Milan-X, built on a 7 nm process, also at TSMC. The newer process node gives the Ryzen 3 a manufacturing advantage, but the EPYC 7573X compensates with far more silicon.

The transistor counts reflect the scale difference. The Ryzen 3 8300GE has 20,900 million transistors on a die size of 137 mm². The EPYC 7573X has 33,200 million transistors spread across 8 dies of 81 mm² each. The EPYC's multi-die design is typical of high-core-count server processors, while the Ryzen 3 uses a single monolithic die.

Core and thread counts are the most significant difference. The Ryzen 3 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The EPYC 7573X has 32 cores and 64 threads, eight times the core count and eight times the thread count. This alone explains much of the multicore performance gap.

Cache configurations also differ substantially. Both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 1 MB per core on the Ryzen 3 8300GE, while the EPYC 7573X has 512 KB per core. The L3 cache is where the EPYC 7573X pulls far ahead: it has 768 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 8300GE. That is 96 times more L3 cache on the EPYC 7573X, a defining feature of the Milan-X line.

Memory support highlights the different target markets. The Ryzen 3 8300GE supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration with 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth. The EPYC 7573X supports DDR4 memory in an eight-channel configuration with 204.8 GB/s of bandwidth. Both support ECC memory, which is unusual for a desktop chip and expected for a server chip.

PCIe connectivity is another major divider. The Ryzen 3 8300GE provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. The EPYC 7573X provides Gen 4 with 128 lanes. The EPYC 7573X also has no integrated graphics, while the Ryzen 3 8300GE includes a Radeon 740M GPU.

The sockets are incompatible: the Ryzen 3 8300GE uses AMD Socket AM5, while the EPYC 7573X uses AMD Socket SP3. The TDP difference is stark, with the Ryzen 3 at 35 W and the EPYC 7573X at 280 W. The Ryzen 3 8300GE released on 2024-04-15, while the EPYC 7573X released on 2022-03-21. The EPYC 7573X has a launch MSRP of $5590, which is stated once here as recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The AMD EPYC 7573X has 32 cores and 64 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the L3 cache difference?

A: The EPYC 7573X has 768 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen 3 8300GE has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Ryzen 3 8300GE supports DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The EPYC 7573X supports DDR4 in an eight-channel configuration.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Ryzen 3 8300GE and the EPYC 7573X support ECC memory.

Q: What are the TDP values?

A: The Ryzen 3 8300GE has a TDP of 35 W. The EPYC 7573X has a TDP of 280 W.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Ryzen 3 8300GE includes a Radeon 740M integrated GPU. The EPYC 7573X has no integrated graphics.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear conclusion for different audiences. The AMD EPYC 7573X is the dominant processor in every recorded head-to-head benchmark, winning all six Cinebench tests by 80.2%. Its 32 cores, 64 threads, and 768 MB of L3 cache make it the choice for server and workstation workloads where the database records multicore and single-core Cinebench performance.

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE is the appropriate choice for a desktop context. Its 35 W TDP, integrated Radeon 740M graphics, and DDR5 memory support point to compact and energy-conscious systems. The PassMark results in the database show solid absolute performance, with a multithread score of 13507 and a single-thread score of 3644, though no direct comparison to the EPYC 7573X exists for those tests.

A buyer choosing between these two processors would be making a decision based on platform rather than raw performance. The EPYC 7573X requires a Socket SP3 server platform, 280 W of cooling capacity, and DDR4 memory. The Ryzen 3 8300GE fits into an AM5 desktop platform with 35 W cooling and DDR5 memory. The benchmark data shows the EPYC 7573X winning every measured comparison, but the Ryzen 3 8300GE offers a complete desktop package with integrated graphics and far lower power requirements.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE and the AMD EPYC 7573X:

• Cores: 4 vs 32
• Threads: 8 vs 64
• Base clock: 3.50 GHz vs 2.80 GHz
• Boost clock: 4.90 GHz vs 3.60 GHz
• TDP: 35 W vs 280 W
• Socket: AMD Socket AM5 vs AMD Socket SP3
• Architecture: Zen 4 vs Zen 3
• Codename: Phoenix2 vs Milan-X
• Process node: 4 nm vs 7 nm
• Transistors: 20,900 million vs 33,200 million
• Die size: 137 mm² vs 8x 81 mm²
• L2 cache: 1 MB per core vs 512 KB per core
• L3 cache: 8 MB shared vs 768 MB shared
• Memory support: DDR5 vs DDR4
• Memory bus: Dual-channel vs Eight-channel
• Memory bandwidth: 83.2 GB/s vs 204.8 GB/s
• PCIe: Gen 4, 14 lanes vs Gen 4, 128 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 740M vs None
• Market segment: Desktop vs Server/Workstation
• Release date: 2024-04-15 vs 2022-03-21
• Launch MSRP: None recorded vs $5590
• Part number: 100-000001496 vs 100-000000506WOF100-000000506