AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE vs Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a remarkably consistent picture. Across all six Cinebench tests, the Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 finishes ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE. The margin is narrow in every discipline, but it is uniform. The Intel part does not lose a single recorded test, and the AMD part does not win a single recorded test. The largest single advantage for the Xeon appears in the Cinebench R15 single-core test, where it scores 89 against 87, a delta of 2.3%. The smallest margin is 1.6%, also in a single-core test, specifically Cinebench R20, where the Xeon scores 372 and the Ryzen scores 366.

The multi-core results follow the same pattern. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 633 versus 622, a 1.8% lead. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the Xeon scores 2639 versus 2595, a 1.7% lead. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Xeon scores 6284 versus 6179, again a 1.7% lead. The single-core deltas are slightly larger in two of the three tests (2.3% and 1.7%), while the R20 single-core delta is 1.6%. This suggests that the Xeon's advantage is not purely a threading artifact; it wins even when only one core is active.

Looking at the average benchmark scores, the Xeon E3-1505M v5 records an average of 1817, while the Ryzen 3 3200GE records 1787. That is a 30-point gap, which translates into a roughly 1.7% difference on average. Both CPUs sit at the 42nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, meaning they are statistically indistinguishable in terms of their overall standing. The nearest rivals for the Xeon include the Intel Core i5-6600K (average score 1816, a 0.1% delta) and the Intel Xeon E5-1630 v3 (average score 1823, a -0.3% delta). The Ryzen's nearest rivals include the AMD Opteron 6281 (average score 1789, a -0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 (average score 1778, a 0.5% delta). So both chips are clustered tightly with their peers, but the Xeon sits slightly higher within that cluster.

The data shows that the Xeon's lead is real but small. A 1.7% average margin across Cinebench is within the range of run-to-run variance for many workloads, yet the consistency across all six tests (no test shows the Ryzen ahead) points to a genuine, if modest, performance edge for the Intel part. In raw terms, the Xeon's best single-core score of 887 in Cinebench R23 exceeds the Ryzen's best of 872 by 15 points. In multi-core R23, the Xeon's 6284 exceeds the Ryzen's 6179 by 105 points. These are not dramatic gaps, but they are measurable and repeatable across the test suite.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 wins all six recorded benchmarks, so the use-case split is straightforward on paper. However, the nature of the wins matters. The Xeon's advantage is slightly larger in single-core tests (average delta of 1.9% across R15, R20, and R23 single-core) than in multi-core tests (average delta of 1.7% across the same three multi-core tests). This suggests that the Xeon is marginally better suited for lightly threaded workloads, such as legacy applications, single-threaded rendering passes, or interactive response time in desktop tasks. The Ryzen, by contrast, does not win any test, but it comes closest in multi-core R20 (1.7% delta) and R23 (1.7% delta), meaning that its multi-threaded performance is nearly on par with the Xeon when all cores are engaged.

Given that the Ryzen 3 3200GE has 4 cores and 4 threads, while the Xeon has 4 cores and 8 threads, one might expect the Xeon to dominate multi-threaded workloads more decisively. The data does not support that expectation. The Xeon's multi-threaded lead is only 1.7% to 1.8%, not the 10% to 20% that hyper-threading often provides. This indicates that the Ryzen's higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 2.80 GHz) and higher boost clock (4.00 GHz versus 3.70 GHz) compensate for its lack of simultaneous multithreading. In workloads that are not heavily threaded, the Ryzen's clock advantage narrows the gap, but it does not close it.

For users prioritizing single-threaded responsiveness, the Xeon holds a slight edge, as shown by the 2.3% delta in R15 single-core. For users running heavily multi-threaded rendering or compilation tasks, the Xeon still wins, but only by a hair. The Ryzen's integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics are not benchmarked in this database, so no conclusion can be drawn about iGPU performance. However, for pure CPU compute, the recorded data shows that the Xeon is the winner in every test, with the Ryzen consistently trailing by a margin that is small enough to be considered a tie in many practical scenarios.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 scores 887, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE scores 872. The Xeon leads by 1.7%.

Q: How much faster is the Xeon in multi-core Cinebench R15?

A: The Xeon scores 633 versus the Ryzen's 622, a 1.8% advantage. This is the closest multi-core result between the two.

Q: Does the Ryzen 3 3200GE win any benchmark in the recorded data?

A: No. The head-to-head data shows 6 wins for the Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 and 0 wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two CPUs?

A: The Xeon has an average benchmark score of 1817, and the Ryzen has an average of 1787. The Xeon is ahead by 30 points, or approximately 1.7%.

Q: Are both CPUs at the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are at the 42nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy the same overall performance tier.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE has a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5's boost clock of 3.70 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several fundamental specifications. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Xeon's base clock is 2.80 GHz, and its boost clock is 3.70 GHz. The Ryzen's base clock is 3.30 GHz, and its boost clock is 4.00 GHz. The Ryzen has a higher clock speed at both ends, but the Xeon compensates with simultaneous multithreading.

The thermal design power (TDP) differs significantly. The Xeon is rated at 45 W, while the Ryzen is rated at 35 W. The Ryzen draws less power, which may matter in compact or thermally constrained systems. The sockets are entirely different: the Xeon uses Intel BGA 1440, a soldered mobile socket, while the Ryzen uses AMD Socket AM4, a desktop socket. This means the Xeon is not upgradeable in a conventional sense, while the Ryzen can be paired with a wide range of AM4 motherboards.

Memory support also diverges. The Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4, while the Ryzen supports only DDR4. Both use a dual-channel memory bus. The memory bandwidth figures differ: the Xeon has 34.1 GB/s, while the Ryzen has 46.9 GB/s. The Ryzen offers substantially higher memory bandwidth, which can benefit memory-intensive workloads. Both CPUs support ECC memory, which is notable for the Ryzen given its desktop market segment.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Xeon includes HD Graphics P530, while the Ryzen includes Radeon Vega 8. The market segment also differs: the Xeon is classified as Server/Workstation, while the Ryzen is classified as Desktop. The production status shows the Xeon as end-of-life, while the Ryzen is active. The Xeon has a launch MSRP of $434, which is stated once here; the Ryzen has no recorded launch MSRP.

The multiplier unlock status differs. The Xeon has a locked multiplier, while the Ryzen has an unlocked multiplier, meaning the Ryzen can be overclocked more freely on supported motherboards. The process node and foundry also differ, with the Xeon on Intel's 14 nm process from Intel's foundry, while the Ryzen uses a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two CPUs is substantial. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 is based on the Skylake architecture, specifically the Skylake-H codename, and belongs to the Xeon E3 (Skylake-H) generation. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE is based on the Zen+ architecture, with the codename Picasso, and belongs to the Ryzen 3 (Zen+ (Picasso)) generation. Skylake was released in 2015, while Picasso was released in 2019, a four-year gap that is reflected in their transistor counts and die sizes.

The Xeon has 2,300 million transistors on a 122 mm² die. The Ryzen has 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The Ryzen packs more than twice the transistor count and nearly twice the die area. This is largely due to the integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, which occupy significant silicon. The cache hierarchies also differ. The Xeon has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, but the Xeon has twice the L3 cache.

The memory architecture differs in bandwidth, as noted. The Ryzen's 46.9 GB/s memory bandwidth is significantly higher than the Xeon's 34.1 GB/s, which is a direct consequence of the newer memory controller and the Zen+ architecture. The PCIe configuration is identical on paper: both support PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. However, the Xeon's socket (BGA 1440) is a mobile platform, while the Ryzen's socket (AM4) is a desktop platform, so the practical expansion capabilities will differ based on the surrounding platform.

The manufacturing process is a key differentiator. The Xeon uses Intel's 14 nm process, while the Ryzen uses GlobalFoundries' 12 nm process. The 12 nm node is a refinement of the 14 nm node, offering better density and power efficiency. This explains how the Ryzen can pack more transistors into a larger die while maintaining a lower TDP of 35 W compared to the Xeon's 45 W. The Ryzen's higher clocks (3.30 GHz base, 4.00 GHz boost) also benefit from the more mature process.

The production status and release dates reflect their lifecycles. The Xeon was released on 2015-10-26 and is now end-of-life. The Ryzen was released on 2019-07-06 and remains active. The Xeon's architecture is older, but its server/workstation heritage provides features like ECC memory support and a robust cache hierarchy. The Ryzen's desktop heritage provides an unlocked multiplier and a modern socket. In terms of architecture, the Ryzen is newer and more feature-rich, but the Xeon's older Skylake design still holds a slight performance edge in the recorded Cinebench tests.