AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE vs Intel Core i5-4460 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How do the two processors compare in overall benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE has an average benchmark score of 1444 across all tested workloads, while the Intel Core i5-4460 trails with an average score of 1415. This places the AMD part in the 38th percentile of all CPUs, with the Intel chip just behind in the 37th percentile.

Q: Which processor has better single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins every single-core test in the database. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 705 against the Intel's 591, a 19.3% advantage. The gap is consistent across older Cinebench versions as well, with the AMD part leading by 20.3% in R15 single-core.

Q: What memory technologies do these chips support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and 46.9 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core i5-4460 uses DDR3 memory, also dual-channel, but with a lower 25.6 GB/s bandwidth. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE has an unlocked multiplier, which allows frequency adjustments on supported motherboards. The Intel Core i5-4460 has a locked multiplier, meaning its clock speed cannot be freely adjusted beyond factory settings.

Q: How does the integrated graphics compare between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE integrates Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the Intel Core i5-4460 features Intel HD 4600. The database records no direct graphics benchmarks between the two, but the architectural differences suggest the AMD solution is more modern.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE is listed as Active in production, meaning it remains available for new systems. The Intel Core i5-4460 is marked as End-of-life, indicating it has been discontinued from manufacturing.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins every benchmark recorded in the head-to-head comparison, taking all six tests. This is a clean sweep. The Intel Core i5-4460 does not win a single recorded benchmark against the AMD part.

For multi-threaded workloads, the AMD chip shows consistent strength. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 4993 versus 4188, a 19.2% advantage. The pattern holds in R20 multicore (2097 against 1758, a 19.3% lead) and R15 multicore (503 versus 421, a 19.5% lead). This suggests the AMD processor handles parallel tasks like rendering or video encoding with noticeably more headroom.

Single-threaded performance also favors the AMD chip across the board. The Ryzen 3 2200GE leads by 20.3% in R15 single-core, 19.4% in R20 single-core, and 19.3% in R23 single-core. This consistency indicates a fundamental per-core advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

However, the Intel chip retains relevance in one area not directly benchmarked here: its PCIe Gen 3 implementation provides 16 CPU lanes versus the AMD's 8 lanes. For systems with multiple expansion cards or high-bandwidth peripherals, the Intel part offers more direct connectivity options. The database does not record a performance test for this, so the practical impact remains qualitative.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE uses the Zen architecture under the Raven Ridge codename, fabricated on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It packs 4,950 million transistors into a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-4460 uses the Haswell architecture, built on Intel's 22 nm process with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The AMD chip uses a newer and denser manufacturing node, which helps explain its efficiency advantage.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD processor has 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has smaller per-core caches: 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2, but compensates with a larger 6 MB shared L3. This means the Intel chip can hold more data close to the cores at the last level, while the AMD design favors faster per-core access patterns.

The integrated graphics solutions come from different generations. AMD pairs its CPU with Radeon Vega 8, a modern GPU architecture, while Intel uses HD 4600, which is several years older. Memory support diverges too: the AMD chip uses DDR4 with 46.9 GB/s bandwidth, the Intel chip uses DDR3 with 25.6 GB/s. That bandwidth difference nearly doubles in the AMD's favor.

The AMD processor also features an unlocked multiplier, a rarity for a low-power part. The Intel chip has no such flexibility. Socket compatibility separates the platforms entirely: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1150, meaning no cross-platform upgrade path exists.

Specification Differences

The two processors share the same core and thread count: 4 cores and 4 threads each. Their base clocks are identical at 3.20 GHz. The AMD chip boosts to 3.60 GHz, while the Intel chip reaches 3.40 GHz, a 0.20 GHz advantage for AMD.

Thermal design power tells a stark story. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE draws 35 W, while the Intel Core i5-4460 is rated at 84 W. That is a 2.4x difference in thermal envelope, meaning the AMD chip achieves higher benchmark scores while consuming far less power. This efficiency gap likely stems from the newer 14 nm process versus the older 22 nm node.

Memory bandwidth specifications reinforce the AMD advantage: 46.9 GB/s against 25.6 GB/s. PCIe lane counts differ as well, with the Intel part offering 16 Gen 3 lanes from the CPU versus 8 for AMD. Release dates place the Intel chip in May 2014 and the AMD chip in April 2018, roughly four years apart. The Intel chip launched with a listed MSRP of $187, though pricing should not factor into current purchasing decisions.

The AMD processor is more modern in every measurable specification except PCIe lane count. It has a higher boost clock, lower TDP, faster memory bandwidth, newer process node, and a more advanced integrated GPU. The Intel chip retains advantages only in L3 cache size and PCIe lane availability.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records six head-to-head benchmark results, and the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins all of them. The margins are remarkably consistent, ranging from 19.2% to 20.3%. This uniformity suggests a steady architectural advantage rather than benchmark-specific optimization.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD scores 503 against Intel's 421, a 19.5% lead. The single-core version shows an even larger gap: 71 versus 59, a 20.3% difference. These were the earliest Cinebench versions tested.

Cinebench R20 results follow the same pattern. The multicore test shows 2097 for AMD and 1758 for Intel, a 19.3% delta. Single-core gives 296 against 248, a 19.4% lead. The AMD advantage persists across different workload generations.

Cinebench R23, the most recent version in the database, confirms the trend. Multicore scores are 4993 for AMD and 4188 for Intel, a 19.2% delta. Single-core results are 705 versus 591, a 19.3% gap. The consistency across all three Cinebench versions indicates that the performance difference is stable and predictable.

The average benchmark score comparison places the AMD at 1444 against Intel's 1415. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip include the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5 at 1446 (0.1% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G at 1439 (0.4% ahead). For the Intel chip, the nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2314 and AMD Ryzen 7 2700U, both at exactly 1415, and the Intel Core i7-3840QM at 1416 (0.1% ahead). These proximity scores show both processors sit in a similar overall performance band, despite the AMD's consistent head-to-head wins.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear overall winner: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE outperforms the Intel Core i5-4460 in every recorded benchmark, with margins between 19% and 20% across all six tests. It also does so with a 35 W TDP against Intel's 84 W, a dramatic efficiency advantage that makes the AMD part more suitable for compact or power-sensitive builds.

Users who prioritize raw multi-core throughput for rendering, video encoding, or compilation should choose the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE. Its 19.2% to 19.5% lead in multicore tests provides meaningful time savings in long-running workloads. The single-core advantage, ranging from 19.3% to 20.3%, also benefits everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications.

The Intel Core i5-4460 retains a niche appeal only for those constrained to the Socket 1150 platform with existing DDR3 memory and a reliance on 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes. Its larger 6 MB L3 cache may help in certain cache-sensitive workloads, though the database shows no benchmark where this translates into a win. The chip is end-of-life, which limits its suitability for new builds.

For a new system, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE is the better choice on every measurable axis: performance, efficiency, memory bandwidth, and production status. The Intel part remains a functional processor but one that lags behind in all recorded tests. The verdict from the database is unambiguous: the AMD chip wins decisively.