AMD Ryzen 3 3200U vs Intel Core i3-4330T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two processors into distinct roles. The Intel Core i3-4330T and AMD Ryzen 3 3200U each claim victories in different workload categories, making the choice dependent on what the system will be asked to do.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U wins in the majority of the head-to-head comparisons, taking 2 out of 3 recorded tests. Its most decisive victory comes in the Cinebench R23 single-core test, where it scores 765 against Intel's 372, a 51.4% difference in AMD's favor. This is a substantial gap that points to a clear advantage in lightly threaded applications, where responsiveness and single-thread throughput matter most.

The Ryzen 3 3200U also outperforms the Intel part in the older Cinebench R15 multicore test, scoring 334 versus 265, a difference of 20.7% in favor of AMD. This suggests that in the workload captured by R15, the AMD chip's architecture handles multi-threaded tasks more efficiently despite having the same 2-core, 4-thread configuration.

However, the Intel Core i3-4330T strikes back in the Cinebench R23 multicore test. Here Intel scores 2639 against AMD's 1786, a massive 47.8% advantage. This is the single largest delta in the entire head-to-head comparison, and it indicates that the Intel processor scales much better in the newer, more demanding Cinebench R23 multi-threaded workload.

Looking beyond the direct head-to-head, the Intel i3-4330T also has results in Cinebench R20, scoring 1108 in multicore and 156 in single-core. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U does not have R20 results in the database, so the comparison there is not possible. Similarly, the AMD chip has Geekbench results (1527 multicore, 817 single-core) that the Intel part lacks, so those also cannot be directly compared.

The average benchmark score tells a story of overall parity: the Intel i3-4330T averages 908 points, while the Ryzen 3 3200U averages 893 points. The difference is only 15 points, or about 1.7%, which is within the noise of many benchmark runs. This near-equality in average score is reflected in their identical 24th percentile rankings against all CPUs in the database. Both chips sit at the same percentile, meaning that in the broadest sense, they are considered equivalent in overall performance according to the database's aggregate metrics.

The nearest rivals for each chip confirm this placement. The Intel i3-4330T's closest competitor is the Intel Core i3-10110Y at 908 points (0% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U at 908 points (0% delta). The Ryzen 3 3200U's nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-5300U at 895 points (-0.2% delta). Both chips are clustered in the same performance tier.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split in recommendations.

For users who prioritize single-thread responsiveness in everyday tasks, web browsing, office applications, or any software that is not heavily threaded, the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is the stronger choice. Its 51.4% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core is a decisive indicator that it will feel more responsive in such scenarios. The Ryzen 3 3200U also wins the Cinebench R15 multicore test, suggesting it has a slight edge in older multi-threaded applications as well.

For users who run modern multi-threaded workloads, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or compiling code, the Intel Core i3-4330T is the better option. Its 47.8% advantage in Cinebench R23 multicore is the largest single margin across the entire comparison, and it demonstrates that the Intel chip handles a heavier multi-threaded load more effectively. This result is particularly striking because the Intel chip is a desktop part with a 35W TDP, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is a mobile chip with a 15W TDP, which likely influences the sustained performance in longer workloads.

The overall average scores (908 for Intel, 893 for AMD) indicate that neither chip is strictly dominant overall. The decision must be made on the workload profile. The data does not favor one as an outright winner; it favors each in different circumstances.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The three direct head-to-head tests provide a clear profile of each chip's behavior.

The first test is Cinebench R15 multicore. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U wins with a score of 334 against Intel's 265. This is a 20.7% difference in AMD's favor. It is the smaller of the two multicore deltas, but it shows that in this older benchmark, the AMD chip's architecture manages the multi-threaded load better. The Intel i3-4330T is from the Haswell generation from 2013, while the Ryzen 3 3200U is from 2019, and the newer architecture appears to handle this specific workload more efficiently.

The second test is Cinebench R23 multicore, and here the situation reverses completely. The Intel Core i3-4330T scores 2639, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U scores 1786. The Intel chip is ahead by 47.8%. This is a dramatic swing. R23 is a newer and more demanding benchmark than R15, and it appears to stress the processors in a way that the older test does not. The Intel chip, despite its older Haswell architecture, manages to win this test by a large margin. This result is counterintuitive given the R15 result, but the data is clear. The Intel part likely benefits from a higher sustained clock under the R23 load, or the R23 workload samples the chips in a way that favors the Intel design.

The third test is Cinebench R23 single-core, and this is the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U's biggest win. It scores 765, while the Intel i3-4330T scores 372. The AMD chip is ahead by 51.4%. This is the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set. The Ryzen 3 3200U's maximum boost clock of 3.50 GHz, combined with its newer Zen architecture, gives it a very large single-thread advantage. The Intel i3-4330T has no boost clock listed in the database, so it runs at a fixed 3.00 GHz, and its older Haswell cores are simply less efficient per cycle.

The package of results shows a split: AMD wins the single-core test by a huge margin and the older multicore test by a modest margin, while Intel wins the newer multicore test by a massive margin. This is not a case of one chip being faster in every test; it is a case of each chip dominating in different environments.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U scores 765 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the Intel Core i3-4330T scores 372. That is a 51.4% difference in favor of the AMD chip.

Q: Which processor wins the multi-core Cinebench R23 test?

A: The Intel Core i3-4330T wins with a score of 2639, which is 47.8% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U's score of 1786.

Q: Do the two processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i3-4330T and the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U have 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Which CPU has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-4330T has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 908, compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U's average of 893. The difference is only 15 points, which is less than 2%.

Q: Are these processors considered equal in overall performance relative to all other CPUs?

A: Yes, both are in the 24th percentile of all CPUs in the database, and their nearest rivals have an average score in the same range. The Intel's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U at 908 points, and the AMD's nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-5300U at 895 points.

Q: Which processor is more efficient in terms of power draw?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U has a TDP of 15W, while the Intel Core i3-4330T has a TDP of 35W. The AMD chip consumes less power.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different architectural generations and design philosophies.

The Intel Core i3-4330T uses the Haswell architecture, which is a desktop-class design from 2013. It is built on a 22 nm process node at Intel's foundry, with 1,400 million transistors on a die size of 177 mm². Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration and has an Intel HD 4600 integrated GPU. This is a desktop processor that uses the Intel Socket 1150.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U uses the Zen architecture with the codename Raven Ridge. It is built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries, with a much larger transistor count of 4,940 million on a 210 mm² die. This is a significant difference in transistor density and count. Its cache hierarchy is different as well: 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a specified memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, and it includes Radeon Vega 3 integrated graphics. This is a mobile processor, and it uses the AMD Socket FP5.

The memory support is a fundamental difference: DDR3 on the Intel side, DDR4 on the AMD side. The AMD chip also has a measured memory bandwidth figure listed, while the Intel does not. The Intel chip is a desktop part, while the AMD chip is a mobile part, which explains the TDP difference (35W vs 15W). The Intel chip's architecture is older, but it has a higher base clock at 3.00 GHz, whereas the AMD chip has a lower base clock of 2.60 GHz but a boost clock of 3.50 GHz.

Both processors support PCIe Gen 3, both have dual-channel memory, and neither has ECC memory support. Neither is multiplier-unlocked.

Specification Differences

The key specification differences are as follows:

• Manufacturer: Intel for the Core i3-4330T, AMD for the Ryzen 3 3200U.
• Series: The AMD is in the 3000 series; the Intel has no series listed in the database.
• Base Clock: Intel runs at 3.00 GHz, AMD at 2.60 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel has no boost clock listed, AMD boosts to 3.50 GHz.
• TDP: Intel is 35W, AMD is 15W.
• Socket: Intel uses Socket 1150, AMD uses Socket FP5.
• Architecture: Intel is Haswell, AMD is Zen.
• Codename: Intel is Haswell, AMD is Raven Ridge.
• Process Node: Intel is 22 nm, AMD is 14 nm.
• Foundry: Intel, GlobalFoundries.
• Transistors: Intel has 1,400 million, AMD has 4,940 million.
• Die Size: Intel is 177 mm², AMD is 210 mm².
• L1 Cache: Intel has 64 KB per core, AMD has 96 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: Intel has 256 KB per core, AMD has 512 KB per core.
• Memory Support: Intel uses DDR3, AMD uses DDR4.
• Memory Bandwidth: Intel has no listed bandwidth, AMD has 38.4 GB/s.
• Integrated Graphics: Intel HD 4600, Radeon Vega 3.
• Market Segment: Intel is Desktop, AMD is Mobile.
• Production Status: Intel is not listed, AMD is Active.
• Release Date: Intel was released on 2013-08-31, AMD on 2019-01-05.
• Part Number: Intel is SR1NK, AMD is YM3200C4T2OFG.