AMD Ryzen 3 3200U vs Intel Pentium G4560T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two processors along surprisingly clean lines. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U claims four of the five head-to-head wins, while the Intel Pentium G4560T takes only one—but that single victory is a heavyweight. The AMD side dominates in single-core workloads, with a 113.1% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core and a 37.5% advantage in Geekbench single-core. It also wins decisively in Geekbench multi-core (23.4% ahead) and Cinebench R15 multi-core (30.5% ahead). The Intel chip’s lone win comes in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it is 29.8% ahead of the AMD part. That pattern suggests the AMD processor is the better all-rounder for most everyday tasks, while the Intel part has a narrow but real niche in sustained multi-threaded rendering workloads that scale well with newer Cinebench versions.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this split. The Ryzen 3 3200U posts an average score of 893, while the Pentium G4560T sits at 887—a margin of less than 1%. Both land at the 24th percentile against all CPUs, meaning either chip will feel similar in broad, mixed-use comparisons. But the distribution of wins matters more than the aggregate. AMD wins where responsiveness and lightly-threaded performance matter; Intel wins where raw multi-core throughput in a specific renderer is the priority. For a user deciding between a mobile laptop part and a desktop part, the use case dictates the choice more than the average score.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different design philosophies and target different physical environments. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is a mobile processor built on the Zen architecture with the Raven Ridge codename, manufactured on a 14 nm process by GlobalFoundries. It uses AMD Socket FP5, which is a laptop-focused socket. The Intel Pentium G4560T is a desktop part based on Kaby Lake, also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by Intel, and it uses Intel Socket 1151. The process node is identical, but the transistor counts and die sizes tell different stories: AMD lists 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die, while Intel does not provide these figures in the data.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD chip has 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip offers 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, with a smaller 3 MB of shared L3. The AMD part has more cache at every level, which likely contributes to its single-core superiority in the benchmarks. Both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with identical 38.4 GB/s memory bandwidth. Neither supports ECC memory. Both use PCIe Gen 3, though Intel specifies 16 lanes (CPU only) while AMD does not list a lane count.

Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD pairs the CPU with Radeon Vega 3, while Intel includes HD 610. Both chips are unlocked in the sense that they lack multiplier unlocking—neither is overclockable. The AMD part has a base clock of 2.60 GHz with a boost to 3.50 GHz, whereas the Intel chip runs at a fixed 2.90 GHz with no boost clock listed. The thermal design power (TDP) gap is significant: 15 watts for the AMD versus 35 watts for the Intel, reflecting the mobile-versus-desktop positioning. The AMD chip also has a newer release date, hitting the market in January 2019 versus January 2017 for the Intel part.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R15 multi-core test shows the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U at 334 points against the Intel Pentium G4560T’s 256. That is a 30.5% advantage for AMD—a substantial margin in a renderer that has historically favored multi-core scaling. The Ryzen’s higher L3 cache and boost clock likely explain the gap. However, the story reverses in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel chip scores 2,544 versus AMD’s 1,786. That is a 29.8% lead for Intel, almost exactly mirroring the R15 result in the opposite direction. The discrepancy between R15 and R23 for these two chips is striking; it suggests the newer benchmark version weights different aspects of the workload, possibly favoring Intel’s architecture in ways the older version did not.

Single-core results are unambiguous. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD scores 765 against Intel’s 359—a 113.1% lead, meaning AMD more than doubles Intel’s score. In Geekbench single-core, AMD leads 817 to 594, a 37.5% margin. The Geekbench multi-core test also favors AMD: 1,527 versus 1,237, a 23.4% difference. Across all five benchmarks, AMD’s average margin in its four wins is roughly 51%, while Intel’s single win is just under 30%. The data implies that the Ryzen 3 3200U has a much stronger per-core performance profile, while the Pentium G4560T manages to pull ahead only in one specific multi-core renderer.

The nearest rivals data adds context. The AMD chip’s closest competitor is the Intel Core i5-5300U, with a delta of -0.2%, and the Intel Pentium G4600T at -0.3%. The Intel G4560T’s closest rival is the AMD PRO A8-8650B at 0.0% delta. Both chips sit near the Intel Core i3-6100, with AMD at +0.5% and Intel at -0.2%. This means that despite the head-to-head differences, the average performance of these two parts is nearly identical when compared against the broader CPU landscape.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear but nuanced verdict. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is the stronger processor for single-threaded tasks and for most multi-threaded workloads, as evidenced by its wins in Geekbench multi-core and Cinebench R15 multi-core. It also carries a much lower TDP of 15 watts, making it suitable for thin-and-light laptops where power efficiency is paramount. The Intel Pentium G4560T, with its 35-watt TDP and desktop socket, is better positioned for a desktop build where power draw is less critical and where the Cinebench R23 multi-core workload is the primary use case.

For a user who prioritizes responsiveness in everyday applications, web browsing, office work, or light content creation, the Ryzen 3 3200U is the data-backed choice. Its Geekbench single-core score of 817 versus 594 for Intel suggests snappier performance in most interactive tasks. For a user running long multi-threaded renders in Cinebench R23 specifically, the Pentium G4560T’s 2,544 score versus 1,786 for AMD makes it the better fit—but that is a narrow use case. The identical 24th percentile ranking and near-equal average scores (893 versus 887) mean that neither chip will blow the other away in general use. The AMD part wins on versatility and efficiency; the Intel part wins on one specific benchmark.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is significantly faster. It scores 765 in Cinebench R23 single-core versus 359 for the Intel Pentium G4560T, a 113.1% lead. In Geekbench single-core, AMD leads 817 to 594, a 37.5% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Pentium G4560T win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins one head-to-head test: Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 2,544 against AMD’s 1,786, a 29.8% margin. This is the only benchmark in the head-to-head set that Intel wins.

Q: How do the two chips compare in average performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U has an average benchmark score of 893, while the Intel Pentium G4560T sits at 887. That is a difference of less than 1%, and both processors rank at the 24th percentile against all CPUs.

Q: What are the memory capabilities of each processor?

A: Both support DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Neither supports ECC memory. The memory bus is dual-channel for both.

Q: Which processor has more cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U has more cache at every level: 96 KB of L1 per core versus 64 KB, 512 KB of L2 per core versus 256 KB, and 4 MB of shared L3 versus 3 MB for the Intel Pentium G4560T.

Q: What are the power consumption differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Intel Pentium G4560T has a TDP of 35 watts. This makes the AMD part significantly more power-efficient, consistent with its mobile positioning.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 3200U | Intel Pentium G4560T |

|---|---|---|

| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |

| Architecture | Zen | Kaby Lake |

| Codename | Raven Ridge | Kaby Lake |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | Intel |

| Transistors | 4,940 million | Not specified |

| Die Size | 210 mm² | Not specified |

| Base Clock | 2.60 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.50 GHz | None |

| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP5 | Intel Socket 1151 |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 256 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 3 MB (shared) |

| PCIe | Gen 3 | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 3 | Intel HD 610 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2019-01-05 | 2017-01-02 |