AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core 5 221TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 and Intel Core 5 221TE occupy different corners of the processor market, and their benchmark results reflect fundamentally different design priorities. The data shows a clear split: the Intel part dominates multi-threaded and compute-heavy workloads, while the AMD part holds a significant advantage in single-threaded performance. This analysis walks through the recorded measurements to clarify where each processor stands.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark set contains 11 recorded tests, with the Intel Core 5 221TE winning 9 of them and the AMD Ryzen 3 30 winning 2. The Intel processor’s victories are not marginal; several show double-digit percentage leads that indicate a substantial performance gap in those specific workloads.

The largest Intel win appears in the `passmark_find_prime_numbers` test, where the Core 5 221TE scores 59 against the Ryzen 3 30’s 20. That is a 66.1% difference, the widest margin in the entire comparison. This test typically stresses integer and branch-heavy workloads, and the Intel part’s 10 cores and 16 threads provide a clear structural advantage.

Floating-point math shows a similar pattern. The Intel processor scores 31661, while the AMD processor scores 14448. The delta is 54.4%, meaning the Core 5 221TE delivers more than double the floating-point throughput in this measurement. Physics simulation, another heavily parallel workload, follows the same trend: Intel scores 977 versus AMD’s 436, a 55.4% gap.

Data encryption favors Intel as well, with a score of 8963 compared to 6461 for the Ryzen 3 30, a 27.9% difference. Extended instruction set performance also goes to Intel, 9655 versus 6075, a 37.1% lead. Integer math shows Intel ahead at 42303 against 29846, a 29.4% margin. The multithread score, a broad measure of parallel capability, gives Intel 13301 versus 9027, a 32.1% advantage. Random string sorting is closer, with Intel at 16929 and AMD at 14431, a 14.8% gap. Data compression shows Intel at 156682 against 135834, a 13.3% difference.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30’s two wins come in the single-threaded tests. In both `passmark_single_thread` and `passmark_singlethread` (which record the same score), the AMD processor scores 2465 against Intel’s 1734. That is a 42.2% advantage for AMD, the largest single margin in either direction across the full comparison. This outcome is notable because the Intel part has a higher boost clock on paper, yet the recorded single-thread results place AMD clearly ahead.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 221TE is the stronger choice for workloads that scale across cores and threads. Its wins in multithread, physics, floating-point math, integer math, and find-prime-numbers all point to compute-heavy, parallel tasks. The 32.1% multithread lead and the 55.4% physics gap are the most relevant figures for users running rendering, simulation, or similar multi-core applications. The encryption and extended-instruction results also suggest an advantage in security-related processing and vectorized code paths.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 wins where single-thread responsiveness matters. Its 42.2% lead in single-thread performance is the defining characteristic of this comparison. For workloads that are latency-sensitive or depend on a single strong core, the AMD part delivers meaningfully higher throughput per thread. The data compression result, while an Intel win, is the closest multi-thread test at 13.3%, which indicates the AMD part is less far behind in memory- and cache-oriented tasks than in raw compute.

The average benchmark scores place the AMD part at 20137 and the Intel part at 17860, a reversal of the head-to-head results. The AMD processor’s percentile rank is 74 against all CPUs, while the Intel processor sits at 71. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U at 20249 (a 0.6% difference) and the Intel Core i7-9700K at 20271 (a 0.7% difference). The Intel Core 5 221TE’s nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT at 17891 (a 0.2% difference) and the Intel Core 5 120U at 17898 (a 0.2% difference). These reference points show that the two processors compete in different segments of the overall performance distribution.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on different architectures, nodes, and sockets. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture with the Mendocino codename, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. The die size is 100 mm². The Intel Core 5 221TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel, with a die size of 215 mm².

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 16 threads. Cache configurations also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel Core 5 221TE provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Intel part’s L3 cache is six times larger in total.

Clock speeds show the Intel part with a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz compared to the AMD part’s 4.10 GHz, but the AMD part has a higher base clock at 2.40 GHz versus 1.80 GHz. The TDP figures are also far apart: the AMD processor is rated at 15 W, while the Intel processor is rated at 45 W.

Memory support differs by generation. The AMD part supports LPDDR5 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The AMD part does not support ECC memory, while the Intel part does.

PCIe capabilities are not equal. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 provides Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core 5 221TE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: the AMD part uses the Radeon 610M, and the Intel part uses the UHD Graphics 730.

The sockets are incompatible. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FT6, a mobile socket, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The market segments reflect this: the AMD part is classified as Mobile, and the Intel part as Desktop. The AMD processor was released on 2025-09-30, while the Intel processor was released on 2025-01-12. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a straightforward split. For multi-threaded, compute-heavy workloads, the Intel Core 5 221TE is the stronger processor. Its wins in 9 of 11 head-to-head tests, including a 66.1% lead in prime-number computation and a 55.4% lead in physics, show a clear advantage in parallel tasks. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration and 24 MB of L3 cache provide the structural basis for these results.

For single-threaded performance, the AMD Ryzen 3 30 is the clear winner. Its 42.2% lead in single-thread tests is the largest margin recorded in either direction. The lower TDP of 15 W, compared to 45 W for Intel, also positions the AMD part as the more power-efficient option in this comparison.

The Intel part also demonstrates higher absolute scores in most individual benchmarks, but the AMD part holds a higher average benchmark score (20137 versus 17860) and a higher percentile rank (74 versus 71). The nearest rival data shows the AMD part trading positions with processors like the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U and Intel Core i7-9700K, while the Intel part sits alongside the AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT and Intel Core 5 120U. The choice depends on workload: Intel for parallel compute, AMD for single-thread responsiveness.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core 5 221TE wins 9 of the 11 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 wins 2.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 leads by 42.2% in the single-thread tests, while the Intel Core 5 221TE leads by 66.1% in the find-prime-numbers test.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core 5 221TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has an average benchmark score of 20137, compared to 17860 for the Intel Core 5 221TE.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5, while the Intel Core 5 221TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 221TE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 30 | Intel Core 5 221TE |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 1.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FT6 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Mendocino | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 100 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 88.0 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 610M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-09-30 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $232 |

| Part Number | unknown | SRVQS |