AMD Ryzen 3 4300U vs Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a clear split between the two processors across Cinebench workloads. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 posts a score of 619, which is 10% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U's 562.5. This is a noticeable margin, though not overwhelming, and it reflects the Xeon's advantage in heavily threaded rendering tasks. The gap widens dramatically in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Xeon scores 6144 against the Ryzen's 3571, a 72.1% lead. This is the largest single delta in the head-to-head data, and it underscores how the Xeon's extra physical resources translate into sustained multi-threaded performance in newer benchmark iterations.

The picture reverses entirely in single-core tests. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ryzen 3 4300U scores 163.9, which is 46.9% higher than the Xeon's 87. This is a massive advantage, nearly doubling the Xeon's result. The trend continues in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the Ryzen scores 1074 versus the Xeon's 867, a 19.3% lead. Interestingly, the R15 single-core delta is far larger than the R23 delta, suggesting that the Ryzen's architecture excels in older, lighter single-threaded workloads, while the Xeon closes some of that gap in newer tests. Overall, the head-to-head record shows two wins each, but the magnitude of the wins is asymmetric: the Xeon's multi-core victories are more decisive in R23, while the Ryzen's single-core victory in R15 is particularly lopsided.

Looking at the broader benchmark averages, the Xeon E5-4610 v3 has an average score of 1777, while the Ryzen 3 4300U sits at 1742. This places the Xeon 2% higher on average, a slim overall margin that masks the divergent workload profiles. The Xeon's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300, scores 1778 with a delta of -0.1%, meaning the Xeon is essentially tied with that processor. The Ryzen 3 4300U, meanwhile, is exactly tied with the Intel Core i3-10100 at 1742, with a 0% delta. Both processors sit at the 41st percentile among all CPUs, indicating that while they are not top-tier parts, they occupy a similar performance tier overall despite their radically different designs.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is substantial. The Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 is built on Intel's 22 nm process node, with 2,600 million transistors on a 356 mm² die. It uses the Haswell-EP architecture and fits into the Intel Socket 2011-3. The chip features 10 cores and 20 threads, with a base clock of 1700.00 MHz and no listed boost clock. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and a large 25 MB shared L3 cache. The Xeon supports DDR4 memory over a quad-channel bus, delivering 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth, and it includes ECC memory support. It provides PCIe Gen 3 with 40 lanes from the CPU, and it lacks integrated graphics entirely. This is a server and workstation part, now end-of-life, released in 2015.

The AMD Ryzen 3 4300U is a fundamentally different design. It uses TSMC's 7 nm process, packing 9,800 million transistors onto a 156 mm² die. This is a Zen 2 architecture part, codenamed Renoir, and it fits into the AMD Socket FP6. The Ryzen has 4 cores and 4 threads, with no SMT, and it runs at a base clock of 2.70 GHz with a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and only 4 MB of shared L3. Memory support extends to DDR4 and LPDDR4 over a dual-channel bus, yet the memory bandwidth is identical to the Xeon at 51.2 GB/s. The Ryzen does not support ECC memory, and its PCIe is limited to Gen 3 without a lane count specified. Crucially, it includes integrated Radeon Graphics with 320 SPs, which the Xeon lacks entirely. This is a mobile part, currently active in production, released in 2020.

The transistor count difference is striking: the Ryzen has nearly four times the transistors of the Xeon, despite having fewer cores and a smaller die. This reflects the denser 7 nm process and the inclusion of integrated graphics and a newer memory controller. The Xeon's advantage lies in raw core count and L3 cache size, while the Ryzen counters with higher clocks, a more modern architecture, and far better single-thread efficiency. The process node gap, from 22 nm to 7 nm, is a full two generations of manufacturing technology, which explains much of the performance-per-clock difference.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 is the clear winner in multi-threaded, sustained workloads. Its 10 cores and 20 threads give it a decisive edge in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it leads by 72.1%. This makes it the appropriate choice for server-style rendering, virtualization, or any task that can utilize many threads simultaneously. The Xeon's 25 MB of shared L3 cache also provides a large pool for data reuse across cores, which can benefit database workloads or compiled code with large working sets. Its quad-channel DDR4 memory, while matching the Ryzen's bandwidth number at 51.2 GB/s, offers more channels for potential concurrency, and the presence of ECC memory support makes it suitable for error-sensitive environments. The 40 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU allow for substantial expansion, important for workstation-class storage or multiple accelerators.

The AMD Ryzen 3 4300U wins decisively in single-core performance. Its 46.9% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core and 19.3% lead in R23 single-core indicate superior per-thread throughput. This makes it the better fit for everyday desktop responsiveness, lightweight coding, or any application that relies on a single fast thread. The Ryzen's integrated Radeon Graphics 320SP eliminates the need for a discrete GPU in basic systems, and its 15 W TDP, versus the Xeon's 105 W, points to far lower power draw, making it suitable for thin-and-light laptops. The Ryzen's higher base and boost clocks, 2.70 GHz and 3.70 GHz respectively, directly translate to faster execution of short, bursty tasks. Its dual-channel memory is sufficient for mobile workloads, and the absence of ECC is not a concern for consumer use.

The data also shows that the Ryzen's wins are more consistent across single-core tests, while the Xeon's multi-core advantage grows in newer benchmark versions. This suggests that the Xeon scales better with increasingly multi-threaded software. Conversely, the Ryzen's single-core advantage is largest in the older R15 test, hinting that its architectural efficiency is most pronounced in legacy single-threaded code.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded benchmark data, the choice between these two processors depends entirely on workload type. For multi-threaded rendering or server-style tasks, the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 is the superior part. Its 72.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core is substantial, and its 10% edge in R15 multi-core confirms a consistent advantage. The Xeon also offers ECC memory, 40 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, and a 25 MB L3 cache, all of which are absent or reduced in the Ryzen. This is a server and workstation processor, and the data reflects that positioning.

For single-threaded performance or mobile use, the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U is the clear pick. Its 46.9% lead in Cinebench R15 single-core is the single largest margin in the head-to-head, and its 19.3% lead in R23 single-core is still significant. The Ryzen includes integrated graphics, runs at a far lower 15 W TDP, and is an active mobile part. The Xeon, by contrast, is end-of-life, has no integrated graphics, and consumes 90 W more power. The Ryzen's average benchmark score of 1742 is close to the Xeon's 1777, but the distribution of wins is stark. The Xeon wins where threads matter, the Ryzen wins where speed per thread matters. A user with a server rack should choose the Xeon; a user with a laptop bag should choose the Ryzen.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 has an average benchmark score of 1777, which is 2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U's 1742.

Q: How large is the Xeon's multi-core lead in Cinebench R23?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 scores 6144 versus the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U's 3571, a lead of 72.1%.

Q: What is the biggest single-core margin in the head-to-head data?

A: The largest single-core margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U scores 163.9 against the Xeon's 87, a 46.9% advantage.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4300U does not.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 4300U includes Radeon Graphics with 320 SPs, while the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 has no integrated graphics.

Q: How do their memory bandwidths compare?

A: Both processors have the same memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, despite the Xeon using quad-channel DDR4 and the Ryzen using dual-channel DDR4/LPDDR4.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 | AMD Ryzen 3 4300U |

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

| Cores | 10 | 4 |

| Threads | 20 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 1700.00 MHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | Not listed | 3.70 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 2011-3 | AMD Socket FP6 |

| Architecture | Haswell | Zen 2 |

| Codename | Haswell-EP | Renoir |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | 2,600 million | 9,800 million |

| Die Size | 356 mm² | 156 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 25 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, LPDDR4 |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 40 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3 |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Radeon Graphics 320SP |

| Market Segment | Server/Workstation | Mobile |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release Date | 2015-05-31 | 2020-01-05 |

| Launch MSRP | $1219 | Not listed |

| Part Number | SR22S | 100-000000085 |