AMD Ryzen 3 210 vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 5 315, which wins 14 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 claims only 3 wins, but those wins are concentrated in specific workloads where its architecture holds a clear advantage. The average benchmark score difference is modest at 4.8% (18188 for Intel versus 17321 for AMD), yet the distribution of wins is heavily lopsided.

The most significant Intel advantage appears in the PassMark floating point math test, where it scores 42441 against AMD's 23649, a delta of 44.3%. This is the largest single-test gap in the entire comparison. The data also shows Intel ahead by 56.2% in the find prime numbers test (112 versus 49), which is the second-largest margin. These two results indicate a substantial advantage in mathematical and scientific workloads.

The Cinebench suite consistently favors Intel across all six tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 12981 versus AMD's 11198, a 13.7% lead. Single-core performance follows the same pattern: Intel leads by 13.7% in R23 (1832 versus 1581). The R20 and R15 tests show nearly identical deltas of 13.6% and 13.8% respectively. The consistency of these deltas across all three Cinebench versions suggests a systematic performance advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

Intel also wins the PassMark multithread test with 15272 points against 13585, an 11% advantage. Data encryption shows Intel ahead by 22.6% (11119 versus 8607), and physics simulation favors Intel by 29.4% (1163 versus 821). Extended instructions also go to Intel with a 12.8% lead (13143 versus 11464). Single-thread performance favors Intel by 7.4% in both PassMark single-thread tests.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins three tests. Its largest win is in integer math, where it scores 37933 against Intel's 31690, a 19.7% advantage. Data compression also goes to AMD with 152017 versus 146143, a 4% win. Random string sorting favors AMD by 10.8% (19454 versus 17551). These wins share a common theme: they are all integer-oriented or data-processing workloads rather than floating-point tasks.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 is built on Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, fabricated on TSMC's 4 nm process node. It contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 315 uses the Wildcat Lake codename on Intel's 3 nm process node, with transistor count and die size not recorded in the database.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. AMD provides 4 cores and 8 threads, using simultaneous multithreading to double thread count. Intel provides 6 cores and 6 threads, with no multithreading support, meaning one thread per core. Despite having fewer cores, the Intel part still wins most multi-threaded benchmarks, which points to a substantial per-core performance advantage.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel lists 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD design dedicates more L2 per core, while Intel's total L2 is 2.5 MB across 6 cores, which is lower per core.

Memory architecture presents a major divergence. AMD supports DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but uses a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. The AMD platform offers 50% more theoretical memory bandwidth, which may contribute to its wins in data compression and random string sorting.

PCIe connectivity also differs. AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. Neither processor supports ECC memory. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses Radeon 740M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Power envelopes diverge sharply. AMD has a 28 W TDP, while Intel has a 15 W TDP. The Intel part delivers higher benchmark scores across most tests while using a lower TDP, indicating better performance per watt in the recorded data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 315 dominates compute-heavy and floating-point workloads. The 44.3% win in floating point math and the 56.2% win in prime number finding are the standout results. Physics simulation at 29.4% ahead and data encryption at 22.6% ahead reinforce this pattern. The Cinebench suite, which measures general rendering and single-core performance, shows Intel ahead by roughly 13.7% across the board. For users running rendering, scientific computing, encryption, or any workload that relies on floating-point throughput, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded data.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 wins in integer-heavy processing tasks. Its 19.7% lead in integer math is substantial, and it also wins data compression by 4% and random string sorting by 10.8%. These workloads benefit from the dual-channel memory interface and the larger per-core L2 cache. The AMD part is better suited for data manipulation, compression workloads, and sorting tasks.

Multithreaded performance splits more evenly than the raw core count suggests. Despite having only 4 cores versus Intel's 6, AMD's 8 threads close some of the gap. Intel still leads in the multithread PassMark test by 11% and in Cinebench R23 multi-core by 13.7%, but AMD's SMT implementation clearly helps it remain competitive. The Intel part wins multi-core tests by a smaller margin than single-core tests in some cases, which indicates the AMD SMT design narrows the gap in fully threaded workloads.

Single-thread performance consistently favors Intel. The 7.4% advantage in PassMark single-thread and the 13.7% advantage in Cinebench R23 single-core show that Intel's per-core performance is higher, despite the AMD part having a higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 4.40 GHz for Intel.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 210 has 4 cores and 8 threads; the Intel Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: AMD runs at 3.00 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks also differ: AMD reaches 4.70 GHz, Intel reaches 4.40 GHz.

Power consumption differs by 13 W, with AMD at 28 W and Intel at 15 W. Sockets are incompatible: AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, Intel uses Intel BGA 1516. Process nodes differ by 1 nm, with AMD on 4 nm TSMC and Intel on 3 nm Intel. AMD's transistor count is 20,900 million; Intel's is not recorded. AMD's die size is 137 mm²; Intel's is not recorded.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR5 only over dual-channel, while Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X over single-channel. Memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s for AMD and 59.7 GB/s for Intel. PCIe lane counts are 14 for AMD and 6 for Intel, both Gen 4. Integrated graphics are Radeon 740M for AMD and Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) for Intel. Both have locked multipliers and no ECC support. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $340; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Release dates differ, with AMD released on 2025-01-05 and Intel on 2026-04-15.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 has an average benchmark score of 18188, while the AMD Ryzen 3 210 scores 17321. Intel ranks in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, and AMD ranks in the 71st percentile.

Q: How large is the Cinebench R23 multi-core performance gap?

A: Intel leads with 12981 points against AMD's 11198, a delta of 13.7%. The single-core R23 test shows the same 13.7% delta, with Intel at 1832 and AMD at 1581.

Q: In which tests does the AMD Ryzen 3 210 win?

A: AMD wins three tests: integer math (37933 versus 31690, a 19.7% lead), data compression (152017 versus 146143, a 4% lead), and random string sorting (19454 versus 17551, a 10.8% lead).

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: AMD offers 89.6 GB/s over a dual-channel DDR5 bus. Intel offers 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel bus supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: How do core counts compare?

A: AMD has 4 cores and 8 threads. Intel has 6 cores and 6 threads. Intel wins 14 of 17 benchmark comparisons despite having no multithreading.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: AMD is rated at 28 W, and Intel is rated at 15 W. Intel delivers higher scores in most tests while drawing a lower TDP.

The Verdict

The benchmark data supports a clear conclusion: the Intel Core 5 315 is the stronger processor in the majority of recorded workloads. It wins 14 of 17 tests, with particularly large leads in floating point math (44.3%), prime number finding (56.2%), and physics simulation (29.4%). The consistent 13.7% lead across all Cinebench versions indicates a broad performance advantage in rendering and general compute. Its lower TDP of 15 W and higher percentile ranking (72nd versus 71st) reinforce its position.

The AMD Ryzen 3 210 is the better choice for specific integer-heavy tasks. Its 19.7% lead in integer math, 10.8% lead in random string sorting, and 4% lead in data compression show that the dual-channel memory bus and larger per-core L2 cache deliver measurable benefits in data-processing workloads. The 8-thread configuration also helps it remain competitive in multi-threaded tests despite having fewer physical cores.

The data indicates that users prioritizing scientific computation, rendering, encryption, or general productivity should select the Intel Core 5 315. Users whose workloads center on integer math, data compression, and string sorting will find the AMD Ryzen 3 210 delivers better results in those specific tests. The Intel part also offers the advantage of a lower TDP, which matters for thermally constrained mobile designs. Both processors are currently active in production, and both target the mobile segment.