AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE vs Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 Comparison

The benchmark data presents a clear, if surprising, picture: the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3, a server chip from 2015, narrowly outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE, a desktop processor from 2020, across every single Cinebench test in this comparison. The lead is consistent but small, never exceeding a 1.5% delta. This means that in raw compute performance, the older Intel part holds a slight edge, while the modern AMD chip offers a vastly different feature set and efficiency profile. The data indicates that these are not direct competitors but rather two very different solutions that happen to land near each other in average benchmark score.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 wins in every benchmark test recorded, but the margins are razor-thin. Its largest victory is in the Cinebench R15 single-core test, where it scores 137 against the Ryzen's 135, a 1.5% advantage. In the multi-core tests, the lead is consistently around 1% to 1.1%. For instance, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Xeon scores 9642 versus 9540 for the Ryzen, a 1.1% delta. This pattern holds across all six head-to-head tests, indicating that the Xeon's advantage is not workload-specific but rather a general, if modest, performance lead.

The AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE does not win any benchmark test in this comparison. However, its wins are found in its architectural and platform attributes. The data shows it has a much lower TDP of 35 watts compared to the Xeon's 135 watts, a significant difference that suggests far lower power consumption and heat output. It also features an integrated GPU, the Radeon Vega 6, which the Xeon lacks entirely. This makes the Ryzen a complete platform on a single chip, whereas the Xeon requires a discrete graphics card for any display output. The Ryzen's active production status and newer 7 nm process node also represent advantages in terms of platform longevity and manufacturing efficiency.

The Verdict

From the data, the choice is about platform priorities, not raw speed. If the sole criterion is the highest Cinebench score, the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is the winner, as it outperforms the Ryzen 3 4300GE in all six recorded tests. Its 10 cores and 20 threads provide a slight edge in multi-threaded workloads, and its single-core performance is also marginally better. The data shows the Xeon is the faster processor in this specific comparison.

However, the Ryzen 3 4300GE is the more sensible choice for a modern desktop or small-form-factor system. Its 35-watt TDP, integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics, and unlocked multiplier make it a far more versatile and efficient platform. The Xeon's 135-watt TDP and lack of integrated graphics mean it requires a more robust cooling solution and a separate GPU, making it a more complex and power-hungry build. The Ryzen's active production status also means it is a more accessible and supportable option than the end-of-life Xeon. For a new build, the Ryzen's platform advantages are decisive; for a niche, multi-threaded compute task where every point counts, the Xeon's benchmark lead is the deciding factor.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest delta in favor of the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is a 1.5% lead in the Cinebench R15 single-core test, scoring 137 against the Ryzen's 135. This is the only test where the margin exceeds 1.2%. In the multi-core R15 test, the Xeon scores 971 versus 961, a 1% advantage. This pattern of slight Intel leads continues in the newer test versions. In Cinebench R20, the Xeon leads by 1.1% in both multi-core (4049 vs 4006) and single-core (571 vs 565) tests. The Cinebench R23 results show the same 1.1% delta in both multi-core (9642 vs 9540) and single-core (1361 vs 1346) tests.

The consistency of these deltas is notable. Across all six benchmarks, the Xeon's lead is between 1% and 1.5%, suggesting that the performance difference is a fundamental characteristic of the two architectures rather than a result of one workload favoring a particular feature. The average benchmark scores reflect this, with the Xeon at 2789 and the Ryzen at 2759, a difference of 1.1%. The Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-11300H, which is 0.1% slower, and the Intel Core i7-5930K, which is 0.5% slower. The Ryzen's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 3 5400U, which is 0.2% slower, and the Intel Xeon E-2176M, which is 0.3% faster.

FAQ

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

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has the higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23, scoring 9642 compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE's 9540, a 1.1% difference.

Q: What is the biggest performance difference between the two in any test?

A: The biggest performance difference is in the Cinebench R15 single-core test, where the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 leads by 1.5%, scoring 137 versus 135 for the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No, the data shows the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 wins all six head-to-head benchmark tests. The AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE has zero wins in the recorded tests.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has an average benchmark score of 2789, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE has an average of 2759. This places the Xeon at the 51st percentile and the Ryzen at the 50th percentile of all CPUs.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE features an integrated Radeon Vega 6 GPU. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has no integrated graphics listed in the data.

Q: What is the difference in their power consumption ratings?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 has a TDP of 135 watts. This is a significant difference in the data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different architectural eras and design philosophies. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is built on the Haswell architecture, specifically the Haswell-EP variant, using a 22 nm process node manufactured by Intel. It integrates 2,600 million transistors on a 356 mm² die. Its cache hierarchy consists of a 64 KB L1 per core, a 256 KB L2 per core, and a large 25 MB shared L3 cache. This design targets server and workstation workloads where large shared caches and high core counts are beneficial.

In contrast, the AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Renoir, on a much smaller 7 nm process node from TSMC. It packs 9,800 million transistors onto a 156 mm² die, proof of the density of the newer process. Its cache layout differs significantly, with a 64 KB L1 per core, a larger 512 KB L2 per core, but a much smaller 4 MB shared L3 cache. This is a desktop-oriented design focused on efficiency and integration, as evidenced by its inclusion of the Radeon Vega 6 integrated GPU. The Xeon's architecture supports a quad-channel memory bus, while the Ryzen uses a dual-channel bus, reflecting their different market positions.

Specification Differences

The specification sheets for these two processors highlight their contrasting roles. The Intel Xeon E5-4627 v3 is a 10-core, 20-thread processor with a base clock of 2.60 GHz and a boost clock of 3.20 GHz. It has a TDP of 135 watts and uses the Intel Socket 2011-3. It is a server/workstation part with a launch MSRP of $2225, supports ECC memory, and is marked as end-of-life. Its PCIe support is Gen 3 with 40 lanes from the CPU. It has a locked multiplier.

The AMD Ryzen 3 4300GE is a 4-core, 8-thread processor with a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. It has a TDP of just 35 watts and uses the AMD Socket AM4. It is a desktop part with no launch MSRP listed, supports ECC memory, and is marked as active. Its PCIe support is Gen 3, but the data does not specify a lane count. It has an unlocked multiplier and includes the Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Xeon supports quad-channel memory with a bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s, while the Ryzen supports dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Xeon's release date is 2015-05-31, while the Ryzen was released on 2020-07-20.