AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs Intel Xeon E-2374G Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G and Intel Xeon E-2374G are both 4-core, 8-thread processors, but they target different market segments: the former is a desktop APU with integrated Radeon graphics, while the latter is a server/workstation part with ECC memory support. Benchmark data shows a consistent, albeit narrow, advantage for the Intel Xeon across every tested workload, with the AMD part trailing by roughly 2.5% in all Cinebench iterations. The average benchmark score for the Ryzen 3 5300G is 3303, placing it at the 54th percentile of all CPUs, while the Xeon E-2374G averages 3278, good for the 53rd percentile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results are remarkably uniform, with the Intel Xeon E-2374G winning all six Cinebench comparisons. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 1142 against the Ryzen’s 1114, a 2.5% deficit for AMD. The single-core R15 test shows the same pattern: 161 for Intel versus 157 for AMD, again a 2.5% gap. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 4760 for the Xeon and 4645 for the Ryzen, a 2.4% difference, while the single-core test yields 672 versus 655, a 2.5% margin.

The trend continues in Cinebench R23, the most demanding of the three versions. The Xeon E-2374G posts 11335 in multi-core, against 11060 for the Ryzen 3 5300G, a 2.4% advantage. Single-core R23 scores are 1600 and 1561, respectively, another 2.4% gap. Notably, the Ryzen 3 5300G has no Geekbench scores in the head-to-head comparison, though its standalone Geekbench results are 5467 multi-core and 1768 single-core. The Xeon’s average benchmark score of 3278 is actually slightly lower than the Ryzen’s 3303, yet in direct Cinebench comparisons, Intel consistently edges ahead.

The deltas are small but perfectly consistent, suggesting a fundamental per-core advantage for the Xeon’s architecture rather than a workload-specific quirk. Every Cinebench test, regardless of version or thread count, shows Intel ahead by roughly the same percentage. This uniformity is unusual; most processor matchups show some variation between single-threaded and multi-threaded tests. Here, the margin is nearly identical across the board, indicating that the Xeon’s higher boost clock is being fully utilized in both single-core and multi-core scenarios.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon E-2374G wins every benchmark in the head-to-head set, making it the clear performance leader in CPU-intensive rendering tasks. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 11335 is 2.4% higher than the Ryzen’s 11060, which translates to a small but measurable advantage in long-running multi-threaded workloads. Similarly, the single-core R23 result of 1600 versus 1561 gives Intel a 2.4% edge in lightly threaded applications like legacy software or certain game engines.

The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G, despite losing all six head-to-head tests, has its own advantages outside raw CPU benchmarks. It features integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics, whereas the Xeon uses UHD Graphics P750; while neither is designed for high-end gaming, the AMD iGPU is generally considered more capable for basic display output and media playback. The Ryzen also has a lower TDP of 65 watts versus the Xeon’s 80 watts, making it more power-efficient under sustained loads. Furthermore, the Ryzen’s multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking, while the Xeon’s is locked.

In terms of market positioning, the Ryzen 3 5300G is a desktop part with a release date in April 2021, while the Xeon E-2374G is a server/workstation processor launched in September 2021. The Xeon supports ECC memory, a critical feature for reliability in server environments, whereas the Ryzen does not. The Xeon also offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, versus Gen 3 with 16 lanes on the Ryzen, which matters for high-bandwidth storage or accelerators. For users needing ECC or newer PCIe, the Xeon is the only choice; for those prioritizing lower power and overclocking, the Ryzen is more flexible.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G uses Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm TSMC process, with a die size of 180 mm² and 10,700 million transistors. The Intel Xeon E-2374G uses Rocket Lake architecture on Intel’s 14 nm process, with a larger die size of 276 mm²; transistor count is not listed. This process difference explains why AMD achieves similar performance with a smaller die and lower TDP.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The Ryzen 3 5300G has 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with an 8 MB L3 cache. The Xeon E-2374G has 80 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The larger L1 on the Intel part may contribute to its slight single-core advantage. Both have 4 cores and 8 threads, but the Xeon’s base clock is 3.70 GHz with a boost of 5.00 GHz, while the Ryzen’s base is 4.00 GHz with a boost of 4.20 GHz. The Xeon’s 5.00 GHz boost is significantly higher, explaining its edge in single-threaded tests despite a lower base clock.

Memory support is identical in bandwidth (51.2 GB/s) and bus type (dual-channel DDR4), but the Xeon adds ECC capability. PCIe connectivity differs: the Ryzen has Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Xeon has Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The Xeon’s socket is Intel Socket 1200, whereas the Ryzen uses AMD Socket AM4. The Ryzen’s codename is Cezanne, part of the 5000 series, while the Xeon’s codename is Rocket Lake-E, part of the Xeon E-2300 series.

Specification Differences

• Base Clock: 4.00 GHz (AMD) vs 3.70 GHz (Intel)
• Boost Clock: 4.20 GHz (AMD) vs 5.00 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 65 W (AMD) vs 80 W (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 vs Intel Socket 1200
• Process Node: 7 nm TSMC vs 14 nm Intel
• Die Size: 180 mm² vs 276 mm²
• Transistors: 10,700 million vs not listed
• L1 Cache: 64 KB per core vs 80 KB per core
• L3 Cache: 8 MB (not specified as shared) vs 8 MB (shared)
• ECC Memory: false vs true
• PCIe: Gen 3, 16 lanes vs Gen 4, 20 lanes
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon Vega 6 vs UHD Graphics P750
• Market Segment: Desktop vs Server/Workstation
• Release Date: 2021-04-12 vs 2021-09-07
• Multiplier Unlocked: true vs false
• Part Number: 100-000000253 vs SRKN3
• Launch MSRP: not listed vs $334 (the Xeon has a listed launch MSRP; the Ryzen does not)
• Average Benchmark Score: 3303 vs 3278
• Percentile vs All CPUs: 54 vs 53

The most impactful differences are the boost clock (5.00 vs 4.20 GHz) and the process node (7 nm vs 14 nm). The Xeon’s higher boost clock drives its benchmark wins, while the Ryzen’s smaller process node enables lower power consumption and a smaller die. The Xeon’s ECC support and PCIe Gen 4 are critical for server use, while the Ryzen’s unlocked multiplier and lower TDP appeal to desktop enthusiasts.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2374G wins with a score of 11335, compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G’s 11060, a 2.4% advantage.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G have a higher average benchmark score than the Intel Xeon?

A: Yes. The Ryzen 3 5300G averages 3303, while the Xeon E-2374G averages 3278. However, the Xeon wins all six head-to-head Cinebench tests.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two CPUs?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2374G boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G boosts to 4.20 GHz. The Xeon’s base clock is lower at 3.70 GHz versus 4.00 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Xeon E-2374G support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Xeon E-2374G has ECC memory support. The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has a lower TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Xeon E-2374G has a TDP of 80 watts.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 5300G has an unlocked multiplier, but the Intel Xeon E-2374G does not.