AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE vs Intel Core 5 213PE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PE dominates this comparison in every recorded benchmark category. The database contains no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE, meaning the Intel part holds a 17 to 0 win record in head-to-head measurements. The Core 5 213PE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22468, while the Ryzen 3 5305GE has no recorded score in that test. Single-thread performance also favors Intel decisively, with the Core 5 213PE posting 3172 in Cinebench R23 single-core and 4060 in PassMark single-thread.

The Intel processor's advantage spans both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads. In PassMark integer math, the Core 5 213PE scores 92089, and in floating-point math it reaches 68587. Data compression work shows 298804 in PassMark, while encryption tasks produce 15916. The Core 5 213PE also records 26434 in PassMark multi-thread and 1624 in physics simulation. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE appears in the database with zero benchmark scores, so no direct comparison data exists for any of these tests.

The Core 5 213PE sits at the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Ryzen 3 5305GE sits at the 50th percentile. The average benchmark score for Intel's part is 35428, whereas the AMD part records 0. The nearest rivals to the Core 5 213PE include the Intel Core i7-13700T with an average score of 35403 (0.1% behind), the Core i7-12700KF at 35365 (0.2% behind), the Core i5-13600T at 35305 (0.3% behind), and the Core i7-12700K at 35287 (0.4% behind). These tight margins indicate the Core 5 213PE performs at the level of recent high-end desktop chips, not merely mid-range parts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It integrates 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 213PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The database does not record transistor count or die size for the Intel part.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The Ryzen 3 5305GE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, exactly double in both measures. Clock speeds also diverge: the AMD chip runs at 3.60 GHz base and 4.20 GHz boost, while the Intel chip runs at 2.70 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost. The Intel part has a much higher boost ceiling despite a lower base frequency.

Cache organization reflects the different design philosophies. The Ryzen 3 5305GE uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 total. The Core 5 213PE uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. That gives Intel three times the L3 capacity and four times the per-core L2, which helps explain the multi-thread and single-thread performance gap.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD part supports only DDR4, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but bandwidth differs: the Ryzen 3 5305GE delivers 51.2 GB/s, while the Core 5 213PE delivers 76.8 GB/s. The Intel chip also supports ECC memory, while the AMD chip does not. PCIe connectivity favors Intel with Gen 5 and 16 lanes from the CPU, compared to Gen 3 and 16 lanes on the AMD side.

Integrated graphics differ in branding and capability. The Ryzen 3 5305GE packs Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Core 5 213PE uses UHD Graphics 730. Socket compatibility separates the platforms completely: the AMD chip uses Socket AM4, the Intel chip uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. The AMD unit released on 2025-02-23, and the Intel unit released on 2026-03-08. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $221.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE supports only DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE does not.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE boosts to 5.20 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE boosts to 4.20 GHz, a full 1.00 GHz lower.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 213PE compare to its nearest rivals in the database?

A: The Core 5 213PE scores 35428 on average. The Intel Core i7-13700T scores 35403 (0.1% behind), the Core i7-12700KF scores 35365 (0.2% behind), the Core i5-13600T scores 35305 (0.3% behind), and the Core i7-12700K scores 35287 (0.4% behind).

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE uses a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 213PE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE | Intel Core 5 213PE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.20 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Cezanne | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 180 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 24 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Release date | 2025-02-23 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $221 |

| Percentile | 50 | 85 |

| Average benchmark score | 0 | 35428 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Core 5 213PE holds every recorded benchmark score in the database, so the head-to-head comparison is one-sided. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel part scores 2264. Its R15 single-core score is 319. The Cinebench R20 results show 9436 multi-core and 1332 single-core. Cinebench R23 delivers the strongest multi-core showing at 22468 and a single-core score of 3172.

PassMark results reinforce the pattern. The Intel part scores 298804 in data compression, 15916 in data encryption, 19565 in extended instructions, 114 in prime number finding, 68587 in floating-point math, 92089 in integer math, 26434 in multi-thread, 1624 in physics, 32027 in random string sorting, and 4060 in single-thread. The Ryzen 3 5305GE has no entries in any of these tests, so the database cannot calculate a performance delta between the two parts.

The percentile gap provides context. The Core 5 213PE ranks at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, meaning it outperforms the large majority of recorded processors. The Ryzen 3 5305GE ranks at the 50th percentile, a median position. The average benchmark score difference is substantial: 35428 for the Intel part versus 0 for the AMD part.

The nearest rival data for the Core 5 213PE shows how closely it clusters with established high-end chips. The Core i7-13700T trails by only 0.1%, the Core i7-12700KF by 0.2%, the Core i5-13600T by 0.3%, and the Core i7-12700K by 0.4%. These sub-0.5% margins indicate that the Core 5 213PE delivers performance indistinguishable from those parts in aggregate scoring, despite being positioned in a lower product tier.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear conclusion: the Intel Core 5 213PE is the stronger processor in every measurable category. It doubles the core count and thread count of the AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE, boosts 1.00 GHz higher, carries three times the L3 cache, supports both DDR4 and DDR5, offers ECC memory, and uses PCIe Gen 5. Its benchmark scores place it at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores.

The Ryzen 3 5305GE still has defined strengths in the specification sheet. It draws only 35 W TDP versus 65 W, uses a more advanced 7 nm process, has an unlocked multiplier, and comes with Radeon Vega 6 graphics. The AMD part also launched earlier and fits the AM4 socket, which may matter for users with existing AM4 platforms, though the database does not contain performance data to confirm how those traits translate into real-world results.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Intel Core 5 213PE is the only choice with recorded evidence. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 22468 and PassMark multi-thread score of 26434 demonstrate strong parallel throughput. For single-threaded responsiveness, the 5.20 GHz boost clock and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3172 indicate a fast per-core capability.

Users who need ECC memory support will find it only on the Intel part. Users who need DDR5 memory access will also find it only on the Intel part. Users who need a low-power, unlocked, AM4-compatible processor with an older process node will find those features on the AMD part, but without benchmark confirmation of its performance level.

The database records no benchmark scores for the AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE, which limits direct comparison. Every available measurement favors the Intel Core 5 213PE, and its nearest rival margins show it performs within 0.4% of chips like the Core i7-12700K and Core i7-13700T. The verdict from the recorded data is unambiguous: the Intel processor wins on performance, memory flexibility, and overall benchmark standing.