AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance gap between the AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE and the Intel Core i5-14490F. The Intel processor holds the benchmark initiative across every recorded workload, with no wins registered for the AMD part in the database. The i5-14490F posts an average benchmark score of 38149, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ryzen 3 5305GE carries no recorded benchmark scores and sits at the 50th percentile.

The most significant difference appears in multi-threaded rendering workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-14490F scores 23000, a figure that reflects its 10 cores and 16 threads. The Ryzen 3 5305GE has no entry for this test, but its hardware configuration of 4 cores and 8 threads suggests a substantial deficit. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows the i5-14490F at 9660, and Cinebench R15 multi-core at 2318. These scores indicate strong scaling across the Intel processor's physical and logical cores.

Single-core results also favor Intel, though the margin is less dramatic. The i5-14490F records 3247 in Cinebench R23 single-core, 1363 in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 327 in Cinebench R15 single-core. The boost clock of 5.00 GHz on the Intel part contributes to these figures, compared to the AMD part's 4.20 GHz boost. PassMark single-thread testing puts the i5-14490F at 3873, confirming that its per-core performance is competitive even outside rendering workloads.

The PassMark suite provides additional evidence of Intel's dominance. In integer math, the i5-14490F scores 87844; in floating-point math, 66558; in extended instructions, 21731; and in data compression, 340026. Data encryption reaches 18225, random string sorting hits 35608, and the multithread score is 28662. The find prime numbers test returns 122, and physics simulation scores 2093. These figures collectively describe a processor that handles both integer-heavy and floating-point-heavy tasks with authority.

The Ryzen 3 5305GE, by contrast, has no benchmark entries in the database. Its specifications, however, frame the comparison. Four Zen 3 cores at 3.60 GHz base and 4.20 GHz boost, with 8 MB of L3 cache, position it as an entry-level desktop part. The Intel i5-14490F uses 10 Raptor Lake cores at 2.50 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The core count difference alone, 10 versus 4, explains much of the multi-threaded gap.

The nearest rivals for the i5-14490F contextualize its standing. The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T scores 38194, a delta of -0.1 percent relative to the i5-14490F, placing the two effectively equal. The AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 38221, a delta of -0.2 percent. The Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103, a delta of 0.1 percent, and the Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261, a delta of -0.3 percent. These figures show the i5-14490F operating within a tight band of comparable processors, all within a fraction of a percent of each other. The Ryzen 3 5305GE does not appear in this competitive set, indicating it occupies a different performance tier entirely.

The Verdict

The benchmark data directs a clear conclusion: the Intel Core i5-14490F is the substantially stronger processor. Its 86th percentile ranking, backed by a full set of recorded scores, demonstrates competence across rendering, math, compression, encryption, and single-threaded tasks. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE, with no recorded benchmarks and a 50th percentile placement, cannot be positioned as a competitor to the i5-14490F based on the available evidence.

The i5-14490F delivers 2318 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 9660 in R20 multi-core, and 23000 in R23 multi-core. These results indicate a processor suited for content creation, compilation, and any workload that exploits multiple threads. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration with 24 MB of L3 cache provides the resources needed for sustained multi-threaded output.

The Ryzen 3 5305GE, with 4 cores and 8 threads, targets a different use case. Its 35 W TDP and integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics suggest a low-power desktop build, possibly for office tasks or light media consumption. The database contains no benchmark scores to validate its performance, so any assessment must rely on its listed specifications alone.

For users selecting between these two processors, the data supports choosing the i5-14490F for any performance-sensitive application. The Ryzen 3 5305GE may serve in power-constrained environments where its 35 W thermal envelope and integrated graphics reduce system complexity, but the recorded benchmarks do not argue for it in a performance comparison.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F records an average benchmark score of 38149. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14490F compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The i5-14490F scores 38149, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T scores 38194 (0.1 percent higher), the AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 38221 (0.2 percent higher), the Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103 (0.1 percent lower), and the Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261 (0.3 percent higher).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE boosts to 4.20 GHz. The Intel Core i5-14490F boosts to 5.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor includes integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE includes Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: What is the thermal design power for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE has a TDP of 35 W. The Intel Core i5-14490F has a TDP of 65 W.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge across nearly every major specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i5-14490F uses 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ: 3.60 GHz for the AMD part versus 2.50 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks also differ, with the AMD part reaching 4.20 GHz and the Intel part reaching 5.00 GHz.

Thermal design power presents a clear distinction. The Ryzen 3 5305GE is rated at 35 W, while the Core i5-14490F is rated at 65 W. This reflects the AMD part's focus on efficiency and the Intel part's emphasis on peak performance.

Socket compatibility separates the two entirely. The AMD processor fits AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel processor fits Intel Socket 1700. Memory support also differs: the AMD part supports DDR4 only, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD part lists memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Core i5-14490F uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives the Intel part access to newer, faster peripheral interconnects.

The multiplier is unlocked on the AMD part, allowing overclocking, while the Intel part has a locked multiplier. The AMD part includes Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics; the Intel part has none. Process node and die size also differ, with the AMD part on 7 nm and a 180 mm² die, and the Intel part on 10 nm and a 215 mm² die.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families. The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE uses Zen 3 architecture under the codename Cezanne, part of the 5000 series. The Intel Core i5-14490F uses Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, part of the Core 14th Gen series.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part's larger cache hierarchy supports its higher core count and more demanding workloads.

The process node and foundry differ. AMD uses a 7 nm process at TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Intel uses a 10 nm process at its own foundry, with no transistor count recorded and a 215 mm² die. The smaller process node on the AMD side allows for lower power consumption, consistent with its 35 W TDP.

The Intel processor includes no integrated graphics, while the AMD part includes Radeon Vega 6. The AMD part's memory support is limited to DDR4, whereas the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Intel part also supports PCIe Gen 5, compared to the AMD part's PCIe Gen 3.

The AMD processor is unlocked for overclocking, a feature absent on the Intel part. Release dates differ: the AMD part was released on 2025-02-23, while the Intel part was released on 2023-12-31. Both processors are listed as Active in production status and target the Desktop market segment.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14490F wins in every recorded benchmark category. Its strongest areas are multi-threaded workloads, where the 10-core, 16-thread configuration delivers 23000 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 28662 in PassMark multithread. Content creation, video encoding, software compilation, and data processing tasks that scale across cores would benefit from this processor.

The Intel part also leads in single-threaded performance. Its 5.00 GHz boost clock and PassMark single-thread score of 3873 indicate strong responsiveness in everyday applications, gaming, and lightly threaded software. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3247 reinforces this conclusion.

The AMD Ryzen 3 5305GE has no recorded benchmark wins. Its advantages lie outside the benchmark data. The 35 W TDP makes it suitable for low-power systems where heat output and electricity consumption matter. The integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics eliminate the need for a discrete GPU in basic builds, simplifying system design. The unlocked multiplier allows user overclocking, within the thermal limits of the part.

The PCIe Gen 3 interface on the AMD part is older than Intel's PCIe Gen 5, but for many entry-level desktop tasks, the difference may not be apparent. The AMD part's DDR4-only support aligns with older, more economical platforms, while the Intel part's dual DDR4 and DDR5 support offers flexibility for newer memory standards.

For users prioritizing raw performance, the Intel Core i5-14490F is the clear choice. Its benchmark scores place it among processors like the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T, AMD Ryzen 7 250, Intel Core i5-13600KF, and Intel Core i5-13600HX, all within a fraction of a percent of its average score. The Ryzen 3 5305GE operates in a different segment, defined by efficiency and integration rather than peak output. The database records no scenario where the AMD part outperforms the Intel part.