AMD Ryzen 3 3250U vs Intel Core i3-4350T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clear split: the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U wins two of the three recorded comparisons, but the Intel Core i3-4350T takes the most decisive victory. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel part scores 2692 against 2010 for the AMD, a 33.9% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set. The Intel processor's edge in this workload is substantial, and it is the only benchmark where the older Haswell design finishes ahead.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U counters in Cinebench R15 multicore, where it scores 353 versus the Intel's 271, a 23.2% margin. The Ryzen also dominates in Cinebench R23 singlecore, scoring 776 to the Intel's 380, a 51% lead. That single-core result is the most lopsided figure recorded, and it highlights a fundamental difference in per-thread capability between the two parts.

Interpreting these numbers requires attention to the workloads. The Ryzen 3 3250U wins the single-core test by a wide margin and also wins the older R15 multicore test. The Intel Core i3-4350T wins the newer R23 multicore test by a wide margin. This pattern suggests that the Intel chip scales better in the more recent multi-threaded rendering workload, while the AMD part has a significant per-core advantage. The R23 multicore result is particularly striking because the Intel part overcomes a 51% single-core deficit to post a 33.9% multicore win, indicating that the older Haswell architecture manages multi-threaded scaling more efficiently in this specific benchmark.

The average benchmark scores in the database place the Intel Core i3-4350T at 926 and the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U at 908. The Intel part sits at the 25th percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 24th percentile. These are nearly identical overall standings, and the nearest rivals for each confirm the parity. The Intel's closest rival is the Intel Core i5-4288U at 927 (a 0.1% difference), while the AMD's closest rival is the Intel Core i3-4330T at 908 (a 0% difference). The data shows two processors that occupy essentially the same performance tier in aggregate, despite their divergent strengths in individual workloads.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U scores 776 in Cinebench R23 singlecore, which is 51% higher than the Intel Core i3-4350T's score of 380. This is the largest single-core gap recorded in the head-to-head data.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-4350T win any benchmark against the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i3-4350T wins Cinebench R23 multicore with a score of 2692, beating the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U's 2010 by 33.9%. This is the only head-to-head win for the Intel part, but it is a decisive one.

Q: How do the two processors compare in overall average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-4350T has an average benchmark score of 926, and the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U has an average benchmark score of 908. The Intel part is at the 25th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part is at the 24th percentile.

Q: Which processor has a higher TDP?

A: The Intel Core i3-4350T has a TDP of 35, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U has a TDP of 15. The Intel part consumes more power according to its rated TDP, but the AMD part is rated for mobile use.

Q: What is the release date difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core i3-4350T was released on 2014-05-10 and is marked as end-of-life. The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U was released on 2020-01-05 and is marked as active production. The AMD part is approximately six years newer in release date.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The Intel Core i3-4350T has a base clock of 3.10, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U has a base clock of 2.60. However, the AMD part has a boost clock of 3.50, while the Intel part has no boost clock listed.

The Verdict

The data supports a split recommendation based on workload priorities. The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U is the better choice for single-threaded performance and for the older Cinebench R15 multicore workload. Its 51% lead in Cinebench R23 singlecore is decisive, and its 23.2% win in Cinebench R15 multicore shows that it handles that legacy test with relative ease. If the primary use case involves lightly threaded applications or older software that relies on per-core speed, the AMD part is clearly superior according to the recorded measurements.

The Intel Core i3-4350T is the better choice for the newer Cinebench R23 multicore workload. Its 33.9% lead over the AMD part in that test is the largest multicore margin recorded, and it demonstrates that the Intel architecture can outperform the newer AMD silicon in this specific rendering task. The Intel part also has a higher average benchmark score (926 versus 908), placing it marginally ahead in the database's aggregate ranking.

The production status matters. The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U is active and still in production, while the Intel Core i3-4350T is end-of-life. For any new system build, the AMD part has the practical advantage of availability. However, the benchmark data shows that the Intel part is not obsolete in performance terms; it remains competitive in the R23 multicore test despite its older architecture.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every hardware specification recorded in the database. The Intel Core i3-4350T has a base clock of 3.10 with no boost clock, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U has a base clock of 2.60 and a boost clock of 3.50. The Intel part has a TDP of 35, compared to 15 for the AMD part. The Intel uses Intel Socket 1150, while the AMD uses AMD Socket FP5.

Memory support differs: the Intel part supports DDR3 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s, while the AMD part supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. PCIe configurations also differ: the Intel lists Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD lists Gen 3 without a lane count.

Die size and transistor counts are distinct. The Intel part has 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die, while the AMD part has 3,500 million transistors on a 148 mm² die. The process nodes differ as well: Intel uses 22 nm, while AMD uses 14 nm. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $138, while the AMD part has no launch MSRP recorded.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divergence is significant. The Intel Core i3-4350T uses the Haswell architecture on a 22 nm process, with a codename of Haswell and a generation designation of Core i3 (Haswell). The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U uses the Zen architecture on a 14 nm process, with a codename of Dali and a generation designation of Ryzen 3 (Zen (Raven Ridge)). The foundries differ: Intel fabricates its own chips, while GlobalFoundries fabricates the AMD part.

Cache hierarchies show structural differences. The Intel part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches, while the L3 cache size is identical.

Integrated graphics differ: the Intel part features Intel HD 4600, while the AMD part features Radeon Vega 3. The market segments also differ, with the Intel part classified as Desktop and the AMD part classified as Mobile. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SR1JUSR1PA for Intel and YM3250C4T2OFG for AMD.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U wins in single-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 singlecore score of 776 versus 380 is a 51% advantage, and this is the dominant metric for lightly threaded applications. The AMD part also wins the older Cinebench R15 multicore test, scoring 353 against 271, a 23.2% margin. This suggests that the AMD part handles legacy multi-threaded workloads better. The AMD part also has a higher memory bandwidth (38.4 GB/s versus 25.6 GB/s) and support for DDR4, which gives it a platform-level advantage for memory-intensive tasks.

The Intel Core i3-4350T wins in the Cinebench R23 multicore workload, scoring 2692 against 2010, a 33.9% margin. This is the only head-to-head win for the Intel part, but it is the most recent benchmark in the set. The Intel part also has a higher base clock (3.10 versus 2.60), which may contribute to its performance in workloads that do not benefit from boost behavior. The Intel part's average benchmark score of 926 is also higher than the AMD's 908, giving it a slight edge in the database's overall ranking.

The production status splits the decision further. The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U is active and available, while the Intel Core i3-4350T is end-of-life. For any long-term deployment, the AMD part has the operational advantage. For a legacy system or a specific workload that matches the R23 multicore profile, the Intel part remains competitive. The data ultimately shows two processors that trade blows, with the AMD part winning on single-core and legacy multicore, and the Intel part winning on the newer multicore test.