AMD EPYC 9354P vs Intel Core i3-1315U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the AMD EPYC 9354P and the Intel Core i3-1315U shows a decisive and consistent advantage for the AMD processor across every recorded test. The database has recorded six head-to-head benchmark results, and the AMD EPYC 9354P won all six. The Intel Core i3-1315U did not register a single win in any Cinebench test.

The largest margins appear in the multi-core Cinebench tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD EPYC 9354P scored 6434 points against 944 for the Intel Core i3-1315U, a delta of 581.6%. The Cinebench R20 multi-core test shows a similar pattern: the EPYC 9354P posted 26812 against 3937, a 581% delta. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the scores are 63840 for AMD and 9374 for Intel, again a 581% advantage. These results indicate that in heavily threaded workloads, the EPYC 9354P delivers roughly six times the performance of the Core i3-1315U.

Single-core results follow the same direction, though the absolute numbers are lower. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the EPYC 9354P scored 908 versus 133 for the Intel part, a 582.7% delta. Cinebench R20 single-core shows 3785 against 555, a 582% delta. Cinebench R23 single-core records 9012 versus 1323, a 581.2% delta. The consistency of these deltas, all within a narrow band of 581% to 582.7%, suggests that the performance gap is structural rather than workload-specific. The AMD processor is faster in both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering tasks.

The Intel Core i3-1315U's average benchmark score in the database is 15022, placing it near the AMD EPYC 74F3, AMD EPYC 7702P, Intel Core i7-9750H, and Intel Core i3-10320. The AMD EPYC 9354P's average benchmark score is 15826, which sits close to the AMD EPYC 75F3, AMD Ryzen 5 40, AMD EPYC 9254, and Intel Core i5-11400H. The two processors occupy the same 69th percentile among all CPUs in the database, meaning their average scores across a broad set of benchmarks are comparable, even though the head-to-head Cinebench results show a massive gap.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmark tests?

A: The AMD EPYC 9354P wins all six recorded head-to-head Cinebench tests. The Intel Core i3-1315U does not win any of them.

Q: What is the largest performance delta between the two processors?

A: The largest delta is 582.7%, recorded in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the AMD EPYC 9354P scored 908 against 133 for the Intel Core i3-1315U.

Q: How do the multi-core Cinebench scores compare?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD EPYC 9354P scored 63840, while the Intel Core i3-1315U scored 9374. This is a 581% delta in favor of AMD.

Q: Are the two CPUs in the same performance percentile overall?

A: Yes, both the AMD EPYC 9354P and the Intel Core i3-1315U are recorded at the 69th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-1315U have any benchmark categories where it leads?

A: The recorded head-to-head data shows no wins for the Intel Core i3-1315U. The database contains only Cinebench tests for the direct comparison, and AMD wins all of them.

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

A: The AMD EPYC 9354P has an average benchmark score of 15826. The Intel Core i3-1315U has an average benchmark score of 15022.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD EPYC 9354P is the clear winner in every measured rendering workload. The Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 suites, both single-core and multi-core, all favor the AMD processor by margins between 581% and 582.7%. This makes the EPYC 9354P the appropriate choice for any application that relies on sustained CPU throughput, including multi-threaded rendering, scientific computation, and server-side batch processing. The 32-core, 64-thread configuration, combined with a 256 MB shared L3 cache, provides the resources needed for heavily parallel workloads.

The Intel Core i3-1315U, despite losing all head-to-head tests, still holds relevance in a different context. Its average benchmark score of 15022 places it in the same percentile as the AMD EPYC 9354P, which suggests that across a wider range of benchmark types, the two processors produce comparable average scores. The Core i3-1315U's PassMark results, which are not part of the head-to-head comparison but are recorded in its benchmark list, show strengths in integer math (37644), floating-point math (27012), and random string sorting (14028). These numbers indicate that the Intel part handles general-purpose computing tasks reasonably well for a mobile processor.

The use-case split comes down to workload scale. The AMD EPYC 9354P wins where the job is CPU-bound and highly threaded, such as server virtualization, database workloads, or compilation tasks. The Intel Core i3-1315U fits situations where mobility, lower power consumption, and integrated graphics matter more than raw multi-core throughput. The TDP figures reflect this: the EPYC 9354P has a TDP of 280, while the Core i3-1315U has a TDP of 15. The Intel processor is designed for battery-powered laptops, whereas the AMD processor is built for power-rich server environments.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification. The AMD EPYC 9354P has 32 cores and 64 threads, while the Intel Core i3-1315U has 6 cores and 8 threads. Base clock speeds are recorded as 3.25 GHz for AMD and 1200.00 MHz for Intel. The boost clocks are 3.80 GHz for AMD and 4.50 GHz for Intel. The Intel processor has a higher peak frequency, but the AMD processor compensates with far more cores.

The TDP difference is substantial. The AMD EPYC 9354P is rated at 280 watts, whereas the Intel Core i3-1315U is rated at 15 watts. This explains the intended use cases: the EPYC is for server racks with robust cooling and power delivery, while the Core i3 is for thin-and-light mobile devices.

Memory support also differs. The AMD EPYC 9354P supports DDR5 with a twelve-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 460.8 GB/s. The Intel Core i3-1315U supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus, and no memory bandwidth figure is recorded in the database. ECC memory is supported on the AMD processor but not on the Intel processor.

PCIe connectivity diverges as well. The EPYC 9354P offers Gen 5 with 128 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i3-1315U offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor includes integrated graphics, specifically UHD Graphics 64EU, whereas the AMD processor has no integrated graphics recorded.

The market segments are distinct: the AMD EPYC 9354P is classified as Server/Workstation, and the Intel Core i3-1315U is classified as Mobile. Socket types differ, with the AMD processor using AMD Socket SP5 and the Intel processor using Intel BGA 1744.

Architecture Differences

The AMD EPYC 9354P is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Genoa, part of the EPYC 9004 series. The Intel Core i3-1315U uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-U, and is part of the Core i3 generation. The process nodes are different: the AMD processor uses a 5 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel processor uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

The cache structures are organized differently. The AMD EPYC 9354P has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 256 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core i3-1315U has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 10 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor's L3 cache is 25 times larger, which benefits workloads with large working sets.

Transistor count and die size are recorded only for the AMD processor: 52,560 million transistors across 8 dies, each measuring 72 mm². No equivalent data is available for the Intel processor in the database. The AMD processor's release date is November 9, 2022, while the Intel processor's release date is January 3, 2023. Both processors are marked as Active in production status.

The Intel Core i3-1315U is a hybrid architecture design, as indicated by its Raptor Lake-U codename, with performance and efficiency core types. The AMD EPYC 9354P uses a homogeneous Zen 4 core design across all 32 cores. The Intel processor's integrated graphics and lower TDP reflect its mobile design intent, while the AMD processor's twelve-channel memory and 128 PCIe lanes reflect a server platform.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD EPYC 9354P as the superior processor in every direct benchmark comparison recorded. The 581% to 582.7% deltas across all six Cinebench tests are decisive. Anyone selecting a processor for rendering workloads, multi-threaded computation, or server duties should choose the AMD EPYC 9354P based on these results.

The Intel Core i3-1315U, however, is not without justification. Its 15 watt TDP and integrated graphics make it suitable for mobile devices where power efficiency and compactness are priorities. Its average benchmark score of 15022 is only 5% lower than the AMD EPYC 9354P's average of 15826, which means that across the broader benchmark suite, the gap narrows considerably. The Intel processor is also newer by release date, coming out in January 2023 versus November 2022.

The verdict depends on the use case. For server racks, data centers, or any workload that can use 64 threads, the AMD EPYC 9354P is the clear choice. For laptops and portable devices where battery life and heat output are critical, the Intel Core i3-1315U is the appropriate option. The 69th percentile ranking for both processors in the database indicates that they serve different segments at similar overall performance levels, but the head-to-head results show that the AMD processor dominates in CPU-intensive rendering tasks.