AMD Ryzen 3 30 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core 9 273PTE wins every single head-to-head comparison in the database, 11 wins to 0 for the AMD Ryzen 3 30. The largest margins appear in compute-heavy workloads, where the Intel part’s superior core count and higher power envelope translate into massive performance gaps.

The most lopsided result is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 142 against the Ryzen 3 30’s 20, a delta of 85.9% in favor of Intel. This workload is highly dependent on integer throughput and memory latency, and the 12-core Intel processor simply overwhelms the 4-core AMD part. Similarly, floating point math shows an 76.2% gap: Intel scores 60673 versus 14448 for AMD. The physics test follows the same pattern, with Intel at 1917 and AMD at 436, a 77.3% difference that indicates the Intel part handles complex simulation workloads with far greater efficiency.

The multithreaded PassMark score tells a consistent story: Intel records 24054 while AMD manages 9027, a 62.5% deficit for the Ryzen 3 30. This is expected given the core disparity, but the magnitude confirms that the Intel processor is in a different performance class. Data compression shows a 47.5% gap (258704 versus 135834), while data encryption shows a 54.7% gap (14253 versus 6461). Extended instruction throughput favors Intel by 61.9% (15952 versus 6075), and integer math favors Intel by 63.8% (82411 versus 29846).

The closest margin is in single-thread performance, where Intel leads by 28.2%: 3433 versus 2465. While still a clear victory for the Intel Core 9 273PTE, this is the only category where the Ryzen 3 30 comes within a reasonable distance, suggesting that its Zen 2 architecture is competitive on a per-core basis despite the older process node. Random string sorting shows a 50.2% gap (28973 versus 14431), rounding out a comprehensive sweep.

In aggregate, the Intel Core 9 273PTE posts an average benchmark score of 31143 against 20137 for the AMD Ryzen 3 30. The Intel part also ranks higher in the overall database percentile, sitting at 82nd percentile versus 74th for AMD. The nearest rivals for each processor confirm the positioning: the Ryzen 3 30 sits between the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U (20249, 0.6% ahead) and the Intel Core i7-11800H (19998, 0.7% behind), while the Core 9 273PTE trades blows with the Intel Core i7-12700F (31081, 0.2% behind) and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (31074, 0.2% ahead).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 uses the Zen 2 architecture on a 6 nm process fabricated by TSMC, with a die size of 100 mm². Its codename is Mendocino, and it belongs to the Ryzen 3 generation. The Intel Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename under the Core 9 generation, built on a 10 nm process at Intel’s own foundry. No die size is recorded for the Intel part.

Core counts diverge sharply: the AMD offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel provides 12 cores and 24 threads, a threefold increase in both metrics. Cache hierarchy also differs significantly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a much larger 36 MB of shared L3. This cache advantage is critical for workloads that repeatedly access large datasets, as the Intel processor can keep more data on-chip.

The process node difference, 6 nm versus 10 nm, initially suggests AMD should have an efficiency advantage, but the power and performance targets tell a different story. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 is rated at 15 W TDP, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE is rated at 45 W TDP, a threefold power envelope difference that explains much of the performance gap. The Intel part’s higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus 4.10 GHz for AMD also contributes to its single-thread advantage, though its base clock is lower at 1.40 GHz versus 2.40 GHz.

Memory support differs: AMD uses LPDDR5 exclusively, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and bandwidth is nearly identical at 88.0 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. However, the Intel part supports ECC memory, while the AMD does not. PCIe capabilities are a clear Intel win: the Core 9 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), whereas the Ryzen 3 30 provides Gen 3 with 4 lanes (CPU only). This matters for discrete GPUs and NVMe storage, where bandwidth and lane count directly impact expandability.

Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses the Radeon 610M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Both are integrated solutions, but the AMD part is aimed at mobile use, and the Intel part targets desktop use, as indicated by their market segments. The AMD processor uses the AMD Socket FT6, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

Where Each One Wins

The recorded data shows no benchmark wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 30. Every single head-to-head test, from single-thread to multithread, from integer math to data compression, is won by the Intel Core 9 273PTE. This is a decisive sweep with no ambiguity.

For the Intel Core 9 273PTE, the strengths are most pronounced in heavily threaded workloads. The multithread PassMark score of 24054 is 2.7 times the AMD score, and the physics test shows a 4.4 times advantage. Floating point math, integer math, and extended instructions all show Intel leads of 60% or more. These results indicate the Intel processor is suited for rendering, simulation, encoding, and other parallel compute tasks where core count and cache size dominate.

The Intel part also wins single-thread performance by 28.2%, which means even lightly threaded applications like older games or office productivity tools will favor it. Data compression and encryption, both latency-sensitive and throughput-sensitive, show Intel leads of roughly half, indicating the processor handles both archival workloads and security-related tasks with more headroom.

For the AMD Ryzen 3 30, the absence of any win means it cannot claim superiority in any measured category. However, its lower TDP of 15 W suggests it is designed for a different purpose: efficiency-constrained mobile devices where battery life and thermals matter more than absolute performance. Its 74th percentile ranking is respectable for a low-power part, but it is not competitive with the Intel Core 9 273PTE in any measured dimension.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 4 (AMD) versus 12 (Intel)
• Threads: 8 (AMD) versus 24 (Intel)
• Base clock: 2.40 GHz (AMD) versus 1.40 GHz (Intel)
• Boost clock: 4.10 GHz (AMD) versus 5.50 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 15 W (AMD) versus 45 W (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket FT6 versus Intel Socket 1700
• Codename: Mendocino versus Bartlett Lake
• Process node: 6 nm versus 10 nm
• Foundry: TSMC versus Intel
• Die size: 100 mm² versus not recorded
• L1 cache per core: 64 KB versus 80 KB
• L2 cache per core: 512 KB versus 2 MB
• L3 cache shared: 4 MB versus 36 MB
• Memory support: LPDDR5 versus DDR4, DDR5
• Memory bandwidth: 88.0 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s
• ECC memory: false versus true
• PCIe: Gen 3, 4 lanes versus Gen 5, 16 lanes
• Integrated graphics: Radeon 610M versus UHD Graphics 730
• Market segment: Mobile versus Desktop
• Part number: unknown versus SA4QJ
• Release date: 2025-09-30 versus 2026-03-08

Identical specifications include dual-channel memory bus, production status (Active), and multiplier unlocked (false for both).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How does single-thread performance compare?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 3433 in the PassMark single-thread test, which is 28.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 30’s 2465.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest delta is in the PassMark find prime numbers test, where the Intel part scores 142 versus 20 for AMD, a gap of 85.9%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 30 does not.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 30 supports LPDDR5 only. The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has an average benchmark score of 31143, compared to 20137 for the AMD Ryzen 3 30.

The Verdict

The data presents a one-sided comparison. The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins all 11 head-to-head benchmarks, holds an 82nd percentile ranking versus 74th for AMD, and delivers an average benchmark score that is 54.6% higher. Its 12 cores, 24 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 5.50 GHz boost clock give it decisive advantages in every measured workload, from single-threaded tasks to heavily parallel compute.

The AMD Ryzen 3 30, despite its smaller 6 nm process node, cannot overcome the fundamental core count and power envelope disadvantage. Its 15 W TDP and 4-core design place it in the mobile efficiency segment, and its 74th percentile ranking is respectable for that class. However, the recorded data shows no scenario where it outperforms the Intel part.

The choice is clear based on measurements alone. For any workload represented in the database, the Intel Core 9 273PTE is the superior processor. The AMD Ryzen 3 30 may still serve a purpose in power-constrained mobile devices, but against this specific Intel rival, the benchmark results show no competitive overlap. The Intel part’s launch MSRP is $549, a single factual data point that does not alter the performance conclusion.