AMD Ryzen 3 2200G vs Intel Core i5-2400 Comparison

# AMD Ryzen 3 2200G vs Intel Core i5-2400: A Benchmark Database Analysis

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G and Intel Core i5-2400 occupy different eras of desktop computing, and the benchmark data reflects that divide clearly. The Ryzen 3 2200G, a 2018 release built on the Zen architecture, dominates the recorded head-to-head results, winning all three comparative benchmark tests against the 2011 Sandy Bridge-based Core i5-2400. The i5-2400, however, holds its own as a capable four-core processor with a strong single-threaded showing relative to its age. The data shows a decisive victory for the AMD part in multi-threaded workloads, while the Intel chip trails by smaller margins in single-core tests.

Where Each One Wins - use-case split based on benchmark wins

The recorded head-to-head benchmark results are unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G wins all three comparative tests against the Intel Core i5-2400. In the Cinebench R15 multi-core test, the Ryzen 3 2200G scores 577 against the i5-2400's 329, a 75.4% advantage. The Geekbench multi-core test shows a similar pattern, with the AMD part scoring 3086 versus 2011, a 53.5% lead. Even in the single-core Geekbench test, the Ryzen 3 2200G leads by a significant margin, scoring 1001 against 666, a 50.3% gap. The Intel Core i5-2400 does not win any of the recorded head-to-head benchmark contests; its strengths lie in its architectural heritage and platform maturity, but in sheer measured performance against this specific AMD rival, the data shows no victories.

The Verdict

• who should pick which, strictly from the data

Based strictly on the recorded benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is the clear choice for users who prioritize raw computational performance. It delivers substantially higher scores in both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads. The Intel Core i5-2400, while a respectable processor with a solid 329 score in Cinebench R15 multi and 2011 in Geekbench multi, trails by margins of 75.4% and 53.5% respectively. The 2200G's 50.3% lead in single-core Geekbench further cements its position as the faster part for general desktop tasks. The Intel part is not without merit; it belongs to the Sandy Bridge generation and features a 32 nm process. But in direct comparison, the AMD part wins all wins. The data suggests that for a pure performance-per-dollar analysis, which is not the focus here, or for an application heavily reliant on single-thread performance, the i5-2400 might still be considered. However, on the basis of the measured benchmarks and the consistent victory in head-to-head tests, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is the recommended choice.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results recorded in the database are evenly split, with the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G taking the top step in every instance.

Cinebench R15 Multi-Core

In the Cinebench R15 multi-core test, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G posts a score of 577, compared to the Intel Core i5-2400's 329. This represents a 75.4% improvement, the largest margin of victory in any head-to-head test. This test reflects heavily multi-threaded rendering workloads, and the AMD part's higher core count and architecture efficiency are clearly visible here.

Geekbench 3 Multi-Core

Geekbench's multi-core test shows a similar story, with the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G scoring 3086 and the Intel Core i5-2400 scoring 2011. The delta is 53.5% in favor of the AMD part. This test is more representative of general productivity including memory bandwidth and multi-threaded tasks, and the AMD processor's lead here is substantial.

Geekbench 3 Single-Core

Even in the single-threaded test, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G continues its winning streak, scoring 1001 versus the Intel Core i5-2400's 666. The delta is 50.3%. This is a notable result, as single-core performance has historically been a strength of Intel parts, but the data shows the newer Zen core of the AMD chip has a distinct advantage in this metric.

4 The Verdict

Which CPU should you choose, according to the data?

The verdict is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G wins every recorded benchmark comparison against the Intel Core i5-2400. The AMD's margins are significant, ranging from 50.3% in the Geekbench single-core test to 75.4% in Cinebench R15 multi-core. For any user of the database who wants the higher measured performance, the Ryzen 3 2200G is the superior part. The Intel Core i5-2400 is not without its place; as a 2011-era part, it belongs to a different price and platform tier. But when judged only by the scores in the database, the AMD part is the better performer in every recorded test. Therefore, the data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is the better choice.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

This section walks through the exact largest wins each way, using the numbers recorded in the database.

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G: The Multi-Core Champion

The biggest win for the AMD is in the Cinebench R15 multi-core test, where it scores 577 against the Intel's 329. That is a 75.4% lead. This is the strongest result of all tests and aligns with the 2200G's Zen architecture, which is designed for a 65W part with 4 cores and 4 threads.

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G: Single-Thread Lead

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G also wins the single-threaded Geekbench test by a 50.3% margin (1001 vs 666). This win is particularly telling because single-thread performance has been an Intel stronghold. The AMD’s newer architecture and higher base and boost clocks (listed in the specification section) are sufficient to overcome the Intel part in this test.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU is better for gaming, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G or the Intel Core i5-2400?

A: In the database, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G wins in the Cinebench R15 multi-core and both Geekbench tests. No gaming-specific benchmarks are recorded, but the multi-core win suggests the AMD part is the better overall performer.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-2400 have a higher single-core clock than the AMD?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G reports a higher base and boost clock (3.50 GHz and 3.70 GHz) than the Intel Core i5-2400 (3.10 GHz and 3.40 GHz). The benchmark data confirms this advantage.

Q: Are these chips the same generation?

A: No. The AMD is a Zen (Raven Ridge) part from 2018, while the Intel is a Sandy Bridge part from 2011. They are different families and different platforms (AMD Socket AM4 vs Intel Socket 1155).

Q: Which part has the bigger cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-2400 has a larger L3 cache (6 MB shared) than the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G (4 MB shared). The AMD also has a different cache layout, with a larger L1 and L2 per core.

Specification Differences

The two chips diverge in several key specification fields.

Processor clock and power

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost of 3.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-2400 has a base of 3.10 GHz and a boost of 3.40 GHz. The AMD has a TDP of 65W, the Intel has a 95W TDP. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel is locked.

Platform interfaces

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G uses the AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel Core i5-2400 uses the Intel Socket 1155. Memory support: the AMD supports DDR4 in dual-channel mode with a bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s; the Intel supports DDR3 in dual-channel mode. The AMD part has PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Graphics and cache

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics; the Intel Core i5-2400 includes Intel HD 2000. The Intel has a 6 MB shared L3 cache; the AMD has 4 MB shared L3.

Manufacturing details

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is a 14 nm part built by GlobalFoundries with 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-2400 is a 32 nm part built by Intel with 1,160 million transistors on a 216 mm² die. The AMD part is a 2018, its production status is "active". The Intel part is end-of-life and was released in 2011.