AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE vs Intel Core i5-5575R Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins every single recorded test in the head-to-head comparison. Across six Cinebench runs, covering both single-core and multi-core workloads, the Ryzen 3 2200GE consistently outperforms the Intel Core i5-5575R by a narrow but uniform margin.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 3 2200GE scores 503 against the Intel part's 435, a delta of -13.5% from the Intel perspective. The single-core R15 test shows the same pattern: 71 for AMD versus 61 for Intel, a -14.1% difference. This consistency is striking; the performance gap barely moves regardless of thread count or workload type.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the Ryzen 3 2200GE posts 2097 multi-core and 296 single-core, while the Intel Core i5-5575R manages 1816 and 256 respectively. The deltas are -13.4% and -13.5%. The R23 results follow the identical trend: 4993 versus 4324 in multi-core (-13.4%) and 705 versus 610 in single-core (-13.5%).

What does this mean in practical terms? The Ryzen 3 2200GE is roughly 13.5% faster than the Intel Core i5-5575R across the board. This is not a workload-specific advantage; it is a general performance lead that holds in every benchmark the database recorded. For a user comparing these two processors, the data suggests that the AMD part will deliver consistently better rendering performance in Cinebench-based workflows, whether those are single-threaded or fully parallel.

The average benchmark scores in the database reinforce this picture. The Intel Core i5-5575R has an average benchmark score of 1478, while the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE sits at 1444. Interestingly, the Intel part actually has a slightly higher average score, which appears counterintuitive given the head-to-head results. This discrepancy is explained by the benchmark sets: the Intel CPU has Geekbench scores recorded (3247 multi-core, 1072 single-core), while the AMD part does not have Geekbench results in the database. The average score calculation includes these additional data points for Intel, which skews the average upward. When comparing only the six shared Cinebench tests, the AMD processor is the clear winner.

Both processors sit at the 38th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy similar performance tiers overall. The nearest rivals for the Intel part include the Intel Core i5-7500T (average score 1483, delta -0.4%), the Intel Core i7-4710HQ (1473, +0.4%), and the Intel Xeon E3-1225 v5 (1465, +0.9%). For the AMD part, the nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5 (1446, -0.1%), the AMD Opteron 6378 (1447, -0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-7300HQ (1448, -0.3%). These rival comparisons show that both CPUs are tightly clustered with other mid-range desktop and mobile parts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core Cinebench tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins all three multi-core tests. In Cinebench R15, it scores 503 versus 435 for the Intel Core i5-5575R. In R20, it scores 2097 versus 1816. In R23, it scores 4993 versus 4324. The margin is approximately 13.4% in each case.

Q: Is the single-core performance gap different from the multi-core gap?

A: No, the single-core gap is nearly identical. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the AMD wins 71 to 61 (-14.1%). In R20, it wins 296 to 256 (-13.5%). In R23, it wins 705 to 610 (-13.5%). The consistency suggests a uniform clock-for-clock advantage rather than a scaling issue.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core i5-5575R has an average benchmark score of 1478, while the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE has 1444. However, the Intel part includes Geekbench scores in its average (3247 multi-core, 1072 single-core), which are not recorded for the AMD part. In the six shared Cinebench tests, the AMD processor is consistently ahead.

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each processor?

A: For the Intel Core i5-5575R, the closest rivals are the Intel Core i5-7500T (average score 1483, -0.4%), the Intel Core i7-4710HQ (1473, +0.4%), and the Intel Xeon E3-1225 v5 (1465, +0.9%). For the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE, the closest rivals are the Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5 (1446, -0.1%), the AMD Opteron 6378 (1447, -0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-7300HQ (1448, -0.3%).

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

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 4 threads. This is a direct 4-core versus 4-core comparison, which makes the benchmark results particularly meaningful for isolating architectural and clock speed differences.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE has a boost clock of 3.60 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-5575R boosts to 3.30 GHz. The AMD part also has a higher base clock at 3.20 GHz versus 2.80 GHz.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i5-5575R is built on the Broadwell architecture, a 14 nm process from Intel's own foundry. The die size is 182 mm². The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE uses the Zen architecture (codename Raven Ridge), also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by GlobalFoundries. The AMD die is larger at 210 mm² and contains 4,950 million transistors.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Intel part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, with 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, also with 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches on the AMD side likely contribute to its performance advantage, particularly in single-threaded workloads where cache latency and capacity matter.

Memory support is another major divergence. The Intel Core i5-5575R supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 29.9 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE supports DDR4 memory, also dual-channel, but with a significantly higher memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. This 57% bandwidth advantage could benefit memory-intensive workloads, though the benchmark data does not isolate this factor.

The integrated graphics differ as well. Intel pairs the Core i5-5575R with Iris Pro Graphics 6200, while AMD includes Radeon Vega 8 graphics in the Ryzen 3 2200GE. Neither part has ECC memory support. The PCIe configurations also differ: Intel provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while AMD provides Gen 3 with 8 lanes from the CPU.

The production status for both is listed as Active, and both are desktop market segment parts. The Intel part was released in 2015, while the AMD part arrived in 2018. The Intel processor has a locked multiplier, whereas the AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, allowing for overclocking.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Base clock: Intel 2.80 GHz, AMD 3.20 GHz
• Boost clock: Intel 3.30 GHz, AMD 3.60 GHz
• TDP: Intel 65 W, AMD 35 W
• Socket: Intel BGA 1364, AMD Socket AM4
• Architecture: Broadwell, Zen (Raven Ridge)
• Foundry: Intel, GlobalFoundries
• Transistors: Not listed for Intel, 4,950 million for AMD
• Die size: 182 mm², 210 mm²
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core, 96 KB per core
• L2 cache: 256 KB per core, 512 KB per core
• Memory support: DDR3, DDR4
• Memory bandwidth: 29.9 GB/s, 46.9 GB/s
• PCIe lanes: 16, 8
• Integrated graphics: Iris Pro Graphics 6200, Radeon Vega 8
• Release date: 2015-05-14, 2018-04-18
• Launch MSRP: $265, not listed
• Multiplier unlocked: No, Yes
• Part number: SR2AK, YD2200C6M4MFBYD2200C6FBMPK

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE wins in every recorded benchmark category. The data shows no test where the Intel Core i5-5575R achieves a higher score. This makes the use-case analysis straightforward: the AMD part is the better choice for any workload captured by the database.

For Cinebench rendering workloads, whether single-core or multi-core, the Ryzen 3 2200GE holds a consistent 13.4% to 14.1% advantage. This applies to Cinebench R15, R20, and R23. The AMD processor also has a significantly lower TDP at 35 W versus 65 W for Intel, meaning it delivers higher performance while drawing less power. This combination of higher performance and lower power consumption makes the Ryzen 3 2200GE particularly attractive for compact or thermally constrained desktop builds.

The AMD part also offers a more modern memory platform with DDR4 support and 46.9 GB/s bandwidth, compared to DDR3 at 29.9 GB/s for Intel. For applications that benefit from memory bandwidth, this is a meaningful advantage. The unlocked multiplier on the AMD part provides headroom for overclocking, which the locked Intel processor does not offer.

The Intel Core i5-5575R does have some advantages in the specifications. It provides 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU, double the 8 lanes of the AMD part. This could be relevant for configurations with multiple GPUs or high-bandwidth storage devices. The Intel part also has a smaller die size at 182 mm² versus 210 mm², though this has no direct user-facing benefit. The launch MSRP of $265 for the Intel part is recorded, but the AMD part has no launch MSRP in the database.

In terms of benchmark percentiles, both processors sit at the 38th percentile among all CPUs, indicating they are in the same overall performance tier. The average benchmark scores are close (1478 for Intel, 1444 for AMD), though this is influenced by the additional Geekbench data for Intel. When looking strictly at the shared Cinebench tests, the AMD processor is the clear winner.

For a user deciding between these two, the data points firmly toward the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE for compute-heavy tasks. The only scenarios where the Intel part might be preferable are those requiring more PCIe lanes or where DDR3 memory is already available and the user wishes to reuse it. However, based purely on the recorded benchmark results, the AMD processor is the higher-performing part in every measured category.