AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE vs Intel Core i5-4570S Comparison

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE outperforms the Intel Core i5-4570S in every single Cinebench test recorded, with margins ranging from 17.3% to 18.3%. Despite being a lower-TDP part (35W vs 65W) and a newer release, the Ryzen 3 2200GE delivers a decisive generational leap in raw compute performance across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. The Intel i5-4570S, while holding a nearly identical average benchmark score category (37th percentile vs 38th percentile), simply cannot match the AMD part's efficiency and speed.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Ryzen 3 2200GE wins all six head-to-head comparisons, and the pattern is consistent. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 503 against Intel's 428, a 17.5% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows a similar story: 71 versus 60, a 18.3% edge for AMD. This trend holds across newer benchmark versions. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 2097 for the Ryzen 3 2200GE versus 1787 for the i5-4570S, a 17.3% lead. The single-core R20 scores are 296 versus 252, a 17.5% gap.

The most modern test, Cinebench R23, confirms the pattern. The AMD part scores 4993 in multi-core, while the Intel part manages 4256, a 17.3% difference. In single-core R23, the scores are 705 versus 600, again a 17.5% advantage for the Ryzen. There is no benchmark in the data where the Intel i5-4570S takes a win. The delta percentages are remarkably uniform, suggesting a consistent architectural efficiency advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk. This is a clean sweep; the data shows no contested territory.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE leads with a score of 4993, compared to the Intel Core i5-4570S's 4256. This represents a 17.3% performance advantage for the AMD part.

Q: Is the Intel Core i5-4570S faster in any single-core test?

A: No. The Ryzen 3 2200GE wins every single-core test in the data, including Cinebench R15 (71 vs 60), R20 (296 vs 252), and R23 (705 vs 600). The Intel part does not win any recorded benchmark.

Q: How does the average benchmark score of the Ryzen 3 2200GE compare to its nearest rival?

A: The Ryzen 3 2200GE has an average benchmark score of 1444. Its closest rival, the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5, scores 1446, putting the Ryzen 0.1% behind. The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G scores 1439, which is 0.4% lower than the 2200GE.

Q: What is the performance gap between the two CPUs in the Cinebench R20 multi-core test?

A: The Ryzen 3 2200GE scores 2097, while the Intel Core i5-4570S scores 1787. The Ryzen 3 2200GE is 17.3% ahead in this test.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-4570S have any benchmark where it scores higher than its nearest rival?

A: Yes. The Intel Core i5-4570S has an average benchmark score of 1426. Its closest rival, the Intel Core i7-3820, scores 1424, which means the i5-4570S is 0.2% ahead. It is also 0.3% ahead of the Intel Xeon Bronze 3106 (1422 score).

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins every benchmark category where both are tested. Its dominance spans all Cinebench versions (R15, R20, R23) and both multi-core and single-core workloads. The data indicates that the Ryzen 3 2200GE is the superior choice for any CPU-bound task measured here, from rendering (multi-core) to responsiveness (single-core). The Intel Core i5-4570S has no wins in the head-to-head data. The only area where it can be considered competitive is in its overall standing among all CPUs, where it sits at the 37th percentile, just one point below the Ryzen's 38th percentile. However, this is a difference of 18 points in average benchmark score (1426 vs 1444), which is negligible compared to the consistent 17-18% margins in the direct comparisons.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ significantly in their core specifications. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE has a base clock of 3.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-4570S starts at 2.90 GHz. Both share the same boost clock of 3.60 GHz. The TDP is a major differentiator: the AMD part is rated at 35W, while the Intel part is rated at 65W, meaning the Ryzen achieves higher performance with significantly lower power draw. The sockets are incompatible, with the AMD using Socket AM4 and the Intel using Socket 1150. The Ryzen 3 2200GE supports DDR4 memory, while the i5-4570S supports DDR3. The AMD part also has a memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s, a figure not listed for the Intel part. The Ryzen features a Radeon Vega 8 integrated GPU, whereas the Intel uses Intel HD 4600. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while the Intel's is not.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE is built on the Zen architecture (codename Raven Ridge) using a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries, containing 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-4570S uses the older Haswell architecture on a 22 nm process fabricated by Intel, with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The cache layouts differ: the AMD part has 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, plus 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, but a larger 6 MB shared L3 cache. The Ryzen 3 2200GE supports PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part supports PCIe Gen 3 without a lane count specified. The AMD part was released in 2018 and is marked as "Active" production, while the Intel part was released in 2013 and has no production status listed.

The Verdict

The data is clear: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE is the superior processor in every measured benchmark. It offers a 17.3% to 18.3% performance advantage across all Cinebench tests, while consuming nearly half the power (35W TDP vs 65W). The Ryzen 3 2200GE also brings a modern platform with DDR4 memory support, an unlocked multiplier, and a more advanced 14 nm process. The Intel Core i5-4570S's only advantages are its larger L3 cache (6 MB vs 4 MB) and its slightly better standing relative to its immediate rivals (0.2% ahead of the i7-3820, versus the Ryzen's 0.1% behind the Xeon E3-1505L v5). For any user prioritizing raw compute performance, efficiency, or modern platform features, the Ryzen 3 2200GE is the definitive choice based on this benchmark data. The Intel part would only be relevant for those constrained to the Socket 1150 platform, but on pure performance metrics, it loses in every category.