AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data is unambiguous: Intel Core 7 253PE wins every single head-to-head benchmark against the AMD Ryzen 3 30. Across all 11 recorded comparisons, the Intel part claims victory, with margins ranging from 37.7% to 85.5%. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not win a single test in the database.

The largest gap appears in the prime number finding test. The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 138, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 scores 20, a delta of 85.5% in favor of Intel. Floating point math shows a similar story: Intel delivers 80870 versus AMD's 14448, which is an 82.1% advantage. The physics test also heavily favors Intel, with a score of 1845 against 436, a 76.4% lead.

The integer math workload shows Intel at 114158, compared to AMD's 29846, a 73.9% difference. Extended instructions follow at 72.1% in favor of Intel (21806 versus 6075). The multithreaded benchmark shows Intel scoring 29271 against AMD's 9027, a 69.2% lead. Data encryption is 64.9% better on Intel (18385 versus 6461).

The narrower margins are still decisive. Data compression shows Intel at 339133 versus AMD's 135834, a 59.9% lead. Random string sorting is 56% better on Intel (32777 versus 14431). The smallest gap is in single-thread performance, where Intel scores 3955 and AMD scores 2465, a 37.7% difference. This still represents a substantial per-core advantage for the Intel processor.

These results confirm that the Intel Core 7 253PE is not merely ahead in aggregate, but dominates across every measured category, from memory-sensitive compression work to compute-heavy math operations.

Where Each One Wins

Given that the Intel Core 7 253PE wins all 11 head-to-head benchmarks, the use-case split is heavily one-sided. The data shows no workload category where the AMD Ryzen 3 30 takes the lead.

For multi-threaded productivity tasks, the Intel part's 29271 multithread score versus AMD's 9027 indicates a clear advantage. Rendering, video encoding, and scientific simulations that scale across cores will see a major benefit from the Intel processor. The physics score of 1845 versus 436 reinforces this pattern for simulation-style workloads.

Single-thread performance also favors Intel. The 3955 single-thread score against AMD's 2465 means that lightly-threaded applications, such as older games or certain office software, will run noticeably faster on the Intel part. The 37.7% lead in this category is significant for any task that depends on one or two cores.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does have one distinction: it is a mobile processor with a 15 TDP, while the Intel part is a desktop processor with a 65 TDP. This means the AMD chip is designed for low-power, portable systems, whereas the Intel chip is meant for desktop performance. The benchmark data does not show any scenario where the AMD part wins on performance, but its power profile suggests a use case in thin-and-light laptops where sustained performance is secondary to energy efficiency.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture with the Mendocino codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

Core and thread counts differ sharply. The AMD part has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads. This explains the large multithreaded performance gap. Cache configurations also differ: AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's much larger L3 cache, 33 MB versus 4 MB, supports its higher performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration and 88.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 7 253PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not.

PCIe capabilities are notably different. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Intel part substantially more I/O bandwidth and expansion capability.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon 610M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part is unlocked for overclocking? No, neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part uses AMD Socket FT6, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The Intel part has a known part number (SA4QE), while the AMD part's part number is listed as unknown.

The release dates show the Intel part is newer, launching in March 2026, while the AMD part launched in September 2025. The Intel part also carries a launch MSRP of $384, which is the only pricing data available in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 3955 in the single-thread benchmark, which is 37.7% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 30's score of 2465.

Q: Does the AMD processor support ECC memory?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not support ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 253PE does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 30's 4 MB of shared L3 cache.

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

A: The largest margin is in the prime number finding test, where the Intel Core 7 253PE leads by 85.5%, scoring 138 versus 20.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to one clear conclusion: the Intel Core 7 253PE is the superior performer in every measured category. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not win any head-to-head comparison. For workloads that demand high throughput, such as multi-threaded rendering, data compression, or encryption, the Intel part delivers between 56% and 85.5% higher scores.

The Intel part also holds a significant advantage in single-thread performance, making it the better choice for applications that rely on one or two cores. The 37.7% lead in that category is substantial. Its larger L3 cache (33 MB versus 4 MB), higher core count (10 versus 4), and greater PCIe connectivity (Gen 5, 16 lanes versus Gen 3, 4 lanes) all support the performance results.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is not without purpose. Its 15 W TDP and mobile socket (FT6) indicate a design for low-power laptops. The Intel part's 65 W TDP and desktop socket (1700) indicate a desktop-focused processor. The database shows no performance scenario where the AMD part wins, but its power envelope is far lower, making it suitable for systems where energy consumption is the priority.

Users who need desktop-class performance, high core counts, and fast I/O should choose the Intel Core 7 253PE. Users who require a low-power mobile processor and accept lower performance should consider the AMD Ryzen 3 30. The data does not support any other conclusion.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores; Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores.
• Threads: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 8 threads; Intel Core 7 253PE has 20 threads.
• Base Clock: AMD Ryzen 3 30 runs at 2.40 GHz; Intel Core 7 253PE runs at 2.50 GHz.
• Boost Clock: AMD Ryzen 3 30 boosts to 4.10 GHz; Intel Core 7 253PE boosts to 5.50 GHz.
• TDP: AMD Ryzen 3 30 is rated at 15 W; Intel Core 7 253PE is rated at 65 W.
• Socket: AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses AMD Socket FT6; Intel Core 7 253PE uses Intel Socket 1700.
• Codename: AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses Mendocino; Intel Core 7 253PE uses Bartlett Lake.
• Process Node: AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses 6 nm; Intel Core 7 253PE uses 10 nm.
• Foundry: AMD Ryzen 3 30 is built by TSMC; Intel Core 7 253PE is built by Intel.
• Die Size: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has a 100 mm² die; Intel Core 7 253PE has no listed die size.
• L1 Cache: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 64 KB per core; Intel Core 7 253PE has 80 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 512 KB per core; Intel Core 7 253PE has 2 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 MB shared; Intel Core 7 253PE has 33 MB shared.
• Memory Support: AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5; Intel Core 7 253PE supports DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory Bandwidth: AMD Ryzen 3 30 provides 88.0 GB/s; Intel Core 7 253PE provides 89.6 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not support ECC; Intel Core 7 253PE supports ECC.
• PCIe: AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses Gen 3 with 4 lanes; Intel Core 7 253PE uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses Radeon 610M; Intel Core 7 253PE uses UHD Graphics 730.
• Market Segment: AMD Ryzen 3 30 is mobile; Intel Core 7 253PE is desktop.
• Release Date: AMD Ryzen 3 30 released in September 2025; Intel Core 7 253PE releases in March 2026.
• Launch MSRP: AMD Ryzen 3 30 has no listed launch MSRP; Intel Core 7 253PE has a launch MSRP of $384.
• Part Number: AMD Ryzen 3 30 is unknown; Intel Core 7 253PE is SA4QE.