AMD Ryzen 3 2200G vs Intel Core i5-4460T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G wins every recorded head-to-head comparison against the Intel Core i5-4460T. In the three shared tests, the Ryzen 3 2200G takes all wins, with no test favoring the Intel part.

The largest gap appears in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the AMD chip scores 577 versus Intel's 313. That is an 84.3% advantage, a decisive margin that shows the Ryzen 3 2200G delivering nearly double the multi-threaded rendering performance. This is not a marginal lead; it is a category-level difference.

In Geekbench multi-core, the Ryzen 3 2200G scores 3,086 against the i5-4460T's 2,170, a 42.2% advantage. The single-core Geekbench result is closer but still clearly favors AMD: 1,001 versus 809, a 23.7% lead. Even where the gap narrows, the direction never changes.

The average benchmark scores tell a similar story. The Ryzen 3 2200G posts an average score of 1,202, while the i5-4460T averages 1,190. The percentile rankings are nearly identical, with the AMD part at the 34th percentile of all CPUs and the Intel part at the 33rd, but the raw averages favor AMD.

Looking at the nearest rivals for each part provides context. The Ryzen 3 2200G sits within 0.5% of the AMD Ryzen Embedded V1605B (1,196) and within 0.4% of the Intel Xeon D-1527 (1,207). The i5-4460T, meanwhile, is within 0.3% of the Intel Core i5-2400 (1,187) and within 0.3% of the Intel Core i3-4170 (1,193). These neighbor comparisons show both chips occupying a similar overall performance tier, yet the direct head-to-head results give the Ryzen 3 2200G a clear edge.

The Cinebench R15 multi-core result is the standout data point. An 84.3% delta is rare in direct comparisons and indicates the Ryzen 3 2200G's architecture and clock behavior translate into substantially better sustained multi-core output. The Geekbench multi-core result reinforces this, though with a smaller margin.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G wins in every measured category. There is no benchmark in the database where the Intel Core i5-4460T takes the lead.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Ryzen 3 2200G is the clear choice. The Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 577 versus 313 demonstrates a massive advantage in rendering tasks that scale across cores. Similarly, the Geekbench multi-core score of 3,086 versus 2,170 shows strong performance in general-purpose multitasking and parallel workloads.

For single-threaded tasks, the Ryzen 3 2200G also leads, scoring 1,001 versus 809 in Geekbench single-core. This 23.7% advantage covers everyday responsiveness, lightly threaded applications, and older software that relies on one or two cores.

The i5-4460T does have additional benchmark entries in the database that the Ryzen 3 2200G lacks, specifically Cinebench R20 and R23 results. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the i5-4460T scores 1,305, and in single-core it scores 183. In Cinebench R23, it scores 3,109 multi-core and 438 single-core. However, since the Ryzen 3 2200G has no corresponding scores in these tests, no direct comparison is possible, and these numbers do not constitute a win category for Intel.

The data shows no scenario where the i5-4460T outperforms the Ryzen 3 2200G. Users prioritizing any measured workload, whether multi-threaded rendering, general multi-core performance, or single-core speed, should favor the AMD part based on these results.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G uses the Zen architecture, codenamed Raven Ridge, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 4,950 million transistors into a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-4460T uses the Haswell architecture on a 22 nm process at Intel, with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die.

Core and thread counts match at 4 cores and 4 threads for both, but the cache hierarchies differ. The Ryzen 3 2200G has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. The i5-4460T has 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and a larger 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel part offers more L3, but the AMD part has larger L1 and L2 allocations per core.

Clock speeds are notably different. The Ryzen 3 2200G has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The i5-4460T has a base clock of 1900.00 MHz and a boost clock of 2.70 GHz. The AMD part runs at significantly higher frequencies, which helps explain its benchmark advantage.

Memory support diverges as well. The Ryzen 3 2200G supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel access and a memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. The i5-4460T supports DDR3 with dual-channel access and a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. The AMD platform offers nearly double the memory bandwidth.

Power characteristics differ substantially. The Ryzen 3 2200G has a TDP of 65 watts, while the i5-4460T has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel part draws less power, but the AMD part delivers higher performance per the benchmark data.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Ryzen 3 2200G provides Gen 3 with 8 lanes from the CPU, while the i5-4460T provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part offers more PCIe lanes for expansion.

Integrated graphics are present on both, but they are different solutions. The Ryzen 3 2200G includes Radeon Vega 8, while the i5-4460T includes Intel HD 4600. The database records no graphics benchmarks, so no direct performance comparison is available.

The production status differs, with the Ryzen 3 2200G listed as Active and the i5-4460T as End-of-life. The AMD part also has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The Ryzen 3 2200G uses AMD Socket AM4, while the i5-4460T uses Intel Socket 1150.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is faster in every recorded multi-core test. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 577 versus 313, an 84.3% advantage. In Geekbench multi-core, it scores 3,086 versus 2,170, a 42.2% advantage.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G leads in Geekbench single-core with a score of 1,001, compared to the Intel Core i5-4460T's 809. That is a 23.7% difference in favor of AMD.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 4 threads. However, the architectures differ. The Ryzen 3 2200G uses Zen (Raven Ridge) on 14 nm, while the i5-4460T uses Haswell on 22 nm.

Q: Which processor has a higher clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The Intel Core i5-4460T has a base clock of 1900.00 MHz and a boost clock of 2.70 GHz.

Q: What memory types do these processors support?

A: The Ryzen 3 2200G supports DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. The i5-4460T supports DDR3 memory with a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Which processor has a lower power draw?

A: The Intel Core i5-4460T has a TDP of 35 watts, which is lower than the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G's TDP of 65 watts. However, the AMD part delivers higher benchmark scores despite the higher power envelope.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G and the Intel Core i5-4460T:

• Base Clock: 3.50 GHz (AMD) versus 1900.00 MHz (Intel)
• Boost Clock: 3.70 GHz (AMD) versus 2.70 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 65 watts (AMD) versus 35 watts (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 (AMD) versus Intel Socket 1150 (Intel)
• Architecture: Zen (AMD) versus Haswell (Intel)
• Codename: Raven Ridge (AMD) versus Haswell (Intel)
• Generation: Ryzen 3 (Zen (Raven Ridge)) (AMD) versus Core i5 (Haswell) (Intel)
• Process Node: 14 nm (AMD) versus 22 nm (Intel)
• Foundry: GlobalFoundries (AMD) versus Intel (Intel)
• Transistors: 4,950 million (AMD) versus 1,400 million (Intel)
• Die Size: 210 mm² (AMD) versus 177 mm² (Intel)
• L1 Cache: 96 KB per core (AMD) versus 64 KB per core (Intel)
• L2 Cache: 512 KB per core (AMD) versus 256 KB per core (Intel)
• L3 Cache: 4 MB shared (AMD) versus 6 MB shared (Intel)
• Memory Support: DDR4 (AMD) versus DDR3 (Intel)
• Memory Bandwidth: 46.9 GB/s (AMD) versus 25.6 GB/s (Intel)
• PCIe: Gen 3, 8 Lanes CPU only (AMD) versus Gen 3, 16 Lanes CPU only (Intel)
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon Vega 8 (AMD) versus Intel HD 4600 (Intel)
• Production Status: Active (AMD) versus End-of-life (Intel)
• Release Date: 2018-02-11 (AMD) versus 2014-02-28 (Intel)
• Launch MSRP: $99 (AMD) versus not available (Intel)
• Multiplier Unlocked: Yes (AMD) versus No (Intel)
• Part Number: YD2200C5M4MFBYD2200C5FBBOXYD2200C5FBMPK (AMD) versus SR1S7 (Intel)

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a single conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is the superior processor in every benchmark category measured. It wins all three head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 23.7% in Geekbench single-core to 84.3% in Cinebench R15 multi-core.

Users who need multi-threaded rendering performance will find the Ryzen 3 2200G dramatically better, as shown by the Cinebench R15 result. Users who need general processing power, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded, will also prefer the AMD part based on the Geekbench scores.

The Intel Core i5-4460T does offer a lower TDP at 35 watts versus 65 watts, and it provides more PCIe lanes at 16 versus 8, along with a larger L3 cache at 6 MB versus 4 MB. However, these advantages do not translate into any benchmark wins in the database. The Intel part is also End-of-life, while the AMD part remains Active.

The Ryzen 3 2200G additionally supports DDR4 memory with nearly double the bandwidth, has a higher base and boost clock, uses a smaller 14 nm process, and includes an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Its launch MSRP was $99.

For any workload represented in the measured benchmarks, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is the recommended choice. The Intel Core i5-4460T may suit users with strict power limits or those needing more PCIe lanes, but the performance data consistently favors AMD.