AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 3 30 and Intel Core 5 223PE sit at opposite ends of the performance spectrum in the database. The Ryzen 3 30 is a 4-core, 8-thread mobile part built on Zen 2, while the Core 5 223PE is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop processor using Bartlett Lake silicon. Benchmark data shows a decisive, consistent advantage for the Intel part across every recorded workload, with the gap ranging from roughly 42% to over 87% depending on the test. The Ryzen 3 30 does hold a narrow edge in average benchmark score relative to its closest rivals, but it cannot close the distance to the Core 5 223PE in any direct comparison.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The PassMark suite included in the database contains 11 head-to-head comparisons, and the Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 11. The smallest margin appears in single-threaded tests. In both `passmark_single_thread` and `passmark_singlethread`, the Intel part scores 4219 against the Ryzen 3 30's 2465, a delta of -41.6%. This indicates a substantial advantage in lightly threaded workloads, where clock speed and per-core efficiency matter most. The Intel chip boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD chip reaches 4.10 GHz, which aligns with the observed gap.

The largest margin is in `passmark_find_prime_numbers`. The Core 5 223PE scores 159, while the Ryzen 3 30 scores 20, a delta of -87.4%. This workload is highly sensitive to integer throughput and core count, and the Intel part's 8 cores and 16 threads dominate the AMD part's 4 cores and 8 threads. Similarly, `passmark_physics` shows a delta of -82.5%, with the Intel part scoring 2493 against 436. Physics simulations often scale well with parallel resources, and the 16-thread configuration provides a clear advantage.

Floating-point math also favors Intel heavily. The `passmark_floating_point_math` score is 76468 for the Core 5 223PE versus 14448 for the Ryzen 3 30, a delta of -81.1%. Integer math follows a similar trend: the Intel part scores 99819 against 29846, a delta of -70.1%. These results indicate that the Core 5 223PE delivers roughly 3 to 5 times the raw compute throughput in these synthetic workloads.

Memory-sensitive tasks show a narrower but still decisive gap. `passmark_data_compression` has the Intel part scoring 346623 versus 135834, a delta of -60.8%. `passmark_random_string_sorting` shows 35798 versus 14431, a delta of -59.7%. Both processors support dual-channel memory, but the Core 5 223PE uses DDR4 or DDR5 with a rated bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, slightly higher than the Ryzen 3 30's LPDDR5 bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part, 24 MB shared versus 4 MB shared, likely contributes to the compression and sorting advantages.

Encryption and extended instruction workloads continue the pattern. `passmark_data_encryption` shows 18448 for Intel versus 6461 for AMD, a delta of -65%. `passmark_extended_instructions` shows 24672 versus 6075, a delta of -75.4%. These tests exercise cryptographic operations and SIMD-style instructions, where the Intel part's newer architecture and higher thread count provide a clear edge. The `passmark_multithread` score, 31124 versus 9027, a delta of -71%, confirms that the Intel part scales better across all threads available.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is straightforward. Any workload that benefits from multi-core parallelism, heavy integer or floating-point math, data compression, encryption, or extended instruction sets will perform significantly better on the Intel part. The 8-core, 16-thread configuration, combined with a 24 MB L3 cache and a 5.20 GHz boost clock, makes it suitable for desktop applications that demand sustained throughput. The database shows its `passmark_multithread` score is over 3 times higher than the Ryzen 3 30's, which indicates strong scaling in threaded applications.

The Ryzen 3 30 does not win any head-to-head benchmark, but its profile suggests a different role. It is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, designed for power-constrained environments. Its 4 cores and 8 threads are sufficient for basic productivity, and its integrated Radeon 610M graphics provide display output without a discrete GPU. The `passmark_single_thread` score of 2465 is lower than the Intel part's 4219, but it still represents functional single-core performance for everyday tasks. Its 74th percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database indicates it outperforms a majority of processors, even if it trails the Core 5 223PE, which sits at the 87th percentile.

The Ryzen 3 30 also shows a narrow advantage over its own nearest rivals. It sits 0.6% above the AMD EPYC 7713P and 0.7% above the Intel Core i7-11800H in average benchmark score, while trailing the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U by 0.6% and the Intel Core i7-9700K by 0.7%. These are marginal differences, suggesting the Ryzen 3 30 is competitive within its own performance class, even though it cannot match the Core 5 223PE.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE. In `passmark_single_thread`, it scores 4219 compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 30's 2465, a delta of -41.6%.

Q: How large is the multi-threaded performance gap?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 31124 in `passmark_multithread`, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 scores 9027, a delta of -71%.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 30 win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 11 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, with deltas ranging from -41.6% to -87.4%.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 memory, while the Intel Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, whereas the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part also has 2 MB of L2 cache per core, compared to 512 KB per core on the AMD part.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a TDP of 15 W, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65 W.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 2.40 GHz for the AMD part and 2.90 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 4.10 GHz and 5.20 GHz respectively. The TDP values are 15 W for the AMD part and 65 W for the Intel part.

Memory support diverges: the Ryzen 3 30 uses LPDDR5, while the Core 5 223PE supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is 88.0 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory support is absent on the Ryzen 3 30 but present on the Core 5 223PE. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the AMD part offers Gen 3 with 4 CPU lanes, while the Intel part offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The integrated graphics are Radeon 610M for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The socket types are AMD Socket FT6 and Intel Socket 1700. The market segments are Mobile for AMD and Desktop for Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Mendocino, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The die size is 100 mm². Cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor is part of the Ryzen 3 generation and is manufactured by AMD.

The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The database does not list a die size for this part. Cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor is part of the Core 5 generation and is manufactured by Intel.

The core counts drive the biggest architectural difference. The Intel part has twice as many cores and threads, which directly impacts multi-threaded performance. The L3 cache difference, 24 MB versus 4 MB, is significant for workloads that reuse data across cores. The process node difference, 6 nm versus 10 nm, suggests the AMD part uses a more advanced manufacturing process, but this does not translate into a performance advantage in the recorded benchmarks. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, which the AMD part does not.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 5 223PE is the clear performance leader in every benchmark recorded in the database. Its 8 cores, 16 threads, 5.20 GHz boost clock, and 24 MB L3 cache deliver scores that are 41.6% to 87.4% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 30 across all head-to-head tests. The 87th percentile ranking among all CPUs confirms its high placement in the overall performance distribution. Users who prioritize raw compute throughput, especially in multi-threaded or math-heavy applications, should select the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 serves a different purpose. Its 15 W TDP and mobile socket make it suitable for power-sensitive, portable systems. It does not win any head-to-head benchmark against the Core 5 223PE, but its 74th percentile ranking shows it outperforms most CPUs in the database. The 4-core, 8-thread configuration and 2.40 GHz base clock are modest, yet the part remains competitive within its own class, as shown by its near-equal average scores against rivals like the Intel Core i7-9700K and Intel Core i7-11800H. The data indicates that the Ryzen 3 30 is best suited for basic mobile workloads, while the Core 5 223PE is designed for desktop tasks that demand high performance.