AMD Ryzen 3 5425U vs Intel Core i3-13100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall result: the Intel Core i3-13100T wins all four head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U. The largest margin appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel part scores 10,840 versus 5,954.5 for the AMD part, a delta of 82%. That is a substantial gap, indicating the desktop chip sustains higher throughput under full multi-threaded load. The Ryzen 3 5425U, a 15 W mobile processor, cannot match that level of sustained performance, and the data reflects it clearly.

Single-core performance also favors Intel, though the margin is narrower but still meaningful. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the i3-13100T scores 1,530 against 1,332 for the Ryzen 3 5425U, a 14.9% lead. Geekbench single-core shows an even larger advantage for Intel: 1,780 versus 1,328, a 34% delta. This suggests the Intel core architecture, running at a higher boost clock of 4.20 GHz versus 4.10 GHz, delivers stronger per-thread performance in the recorded workloads.

Geekbench multi-core follows a similar pattern. The Intel chip scores 4,993, while the AMD chip scores 3,880, giving Intel a 28.7% advantage. The Ryzen 3 5425U does have a higher base clock (2.70 GHz versus 2.50 GHz), but the Intel part's larger L3 cache (12 MB shared versus 8 MB shared) and higher boost clock likely contribute to the better results. In every recorded test, the Intel Core i3-13100T is the winner, and the data shows no scenario in the benchmark set where the AMD part comes out ahead.

Looking at the broader database context, the Intel Core i3-13100T sits at the 53rd percentile among all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 3,198. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-9700E (avg score 3,197, delta 0%), the Intel Core i5-1240P (avg score 3,202, delta -0.1%), and the Intel Xeon E-2136 (avg score 3,193, delta 0.2%). The AMD Ryzen 3 5425U is at the 52nd percentile, with an average score of 3,124. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS (avg score 3,122, delta 0.1%) and the Intel Core i3-13100TE (avg score 3,111, delta 0.4%). The two processors are very close in average score, separated by only 74 points, but the head-to-head results show a clear preference for the Intel part in the specific tests conducted.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T has a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The Intel part also has a lower base clock at 2.50 GHz versus 2.70 GHz for the AMD part.

Q: How does the Cinebench R23 multi-core score compare between the two?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T scores 10,840, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U scores 5,954.5. This gives Intel an 82% advantage in this test, the largest delta of any benchmark in the head-to-head set.

Q: What is the difference in single-core Geekbench performance?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T scores 1,780, and the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U scores 1,328. The Intel part leads by 34%, a substantial margin for single-threaded workloads.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i3-13100T does not support ECC memory according to the database.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T is built on a 10 nm process by Intel, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U is built on a 7 nm process by TSMC. Despite the smaller node, the AMD part does not outperform the Intel part in the recorded benchmarks.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T has an average benchmark score of 3,198, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U has an average score of 3,124. The Intel part is slightly ahead, and it also holds a higher percentile rank at 53 versus 52.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core i3-13100T is based on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-S die, and belongs to the Core 13th Gen series. It is a desktop part built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The AMD Ryzen 3 5425U uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Barcelo codename, part of the 5000 series, and is manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. This process difference is notable: TSMC's 7 nm node is denser, but the database shows the Intel part winning all benchmark comparisons.

The cache hierarchies differ significantly. The Intel Core i3-13100T has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 5425U has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part's larger L2 and L3 allocations provide a structural advantage in workloads that benefit from larger on-die storage. The AMD part does have a higher transistor count at 10,700 million, compared to the Intel part's unspecified transistor count, and a slightly larger die size at 180 mm² versus 163 mm².

Memory support also differs. The Intel Core i3-13100T supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U supports only DDR4. Both are dual-channel, but the AMD part lists a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure in the database. The Intel chip also offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only), whereas the AMD chip offers PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This is a substantial difference for expansion and data transfer capabilities.

The integrated graphics are different as well. The Intel Core i3-13100T comes with UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U features Radeon Vega 6. The database does not record performance comparisons for these iGPUs, but their presence is a functional difference. ECC memory support is another split: the AMD part supports ECC, the Intel part does not. The market segment also differs, with the Intel part classified as Desktop and the AMD part as Mobile, which explains the TDP difference (35 W versus 15 W) and the socket difference (Intel Socket 1700 versus AMD Socket FP6).

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on several key specification fields. The Intel Core i3-13100T has a base clock of 2.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 5425U has a base clock of 2.70 GHz. The boost clock goes the other way: 4.20 GHz for Intel versus 4.10 GHz for AMD. The TDP is a major split: 35 W for the Intel part versus 15 W for the AMD part. This aligns with their market segments, Desktop versus Mobile.

The socket is different: Intel Socket 1700 for the i3-13100T, AMD Socket FP6 for the Ryzen 3 5425U. The process node differs: 10 nm for Intel versus 7 nm for AMD. The foundry is also different: Intel for the former, TSMC for the latter. The die size is 163 mm² for Intel and 180 mm² for AMD, and while the Intel part does not list a transistor count, the AMD part lists 10,700 million transistors.

Memory support is another differentiator: the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD part supports only DDR4. The memory bus is dual-channel for both, but the AMD part has a listed memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part has no bandwidth figure. ECC memory support is exclusive to the AMD part. PCIe generations and lane counts differ: Gen 5 with 20 lanes for Intel, Gen 3 with 16 lanes for AMD.

The integrated graphics units are different: UHD Graphics 730 for Intel, Radeon Vega 6 for AMD. The release dates differ: the Intel part was released on 2023-01-03, while the AMD part was released on 2022-01-05. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $134, while the AMD part has no launch MSRP in the database. Both parts are active in production, and both have locked multipliers. The part numbers are SRMBT for Intel and 100-000000586 for AMD.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i3-13100T wins in every recorded benchmark category. Its strongest advantage is in multi-threaded workloads, as shown by the 82% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core. This makes it the clear choice for applications that can use all four cores and eight threads, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or compiling. The Geekbench multi-core result, a 28.7% lead, confirms that the Intel part sustains its advantage across different benchmark suites. For users running multi-threaded desktop workloads, the data points squarely to the Intel part.

The Intel part also wins in single-threaded performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core lead of 14.9% and the Geekbench single-core lead of 34% indicate that the Intel core, combined with its higher boost clock, handles per-thread tasks more efficiently. This matters for everyday responsiveness, office productivity, and lightly threaded applications. The larger L3 cache and the desktop platform's higher TDP likely support this performance.

The AMD Ryzen 3 5425U, despite having no benchmark wins, still has roles where it fits better. Its 15 W TDP classifies it as a mobile processor, which means it is designed for laptops and other power-constrained devices. The database shows it supports ECC memory, which is relevant for specific workstation or reliability-focused use cases. Its smaller process node (7 nm versus 10 nm) may contribute to efficiency, though the database does not record power consumption measurements beyond TDP. The AMD part also has a higher base clock, which could help in short burst workloads that do not require sustained boost.

For a desktop user building a system with the Intel Socket 1700 platform, the i3-13100T offers PCIe Gen 5 support and DDR5 compatibility, which are forward-looking features. The AMD Ryzen 3 5425U, on an older FP6 socket with PCIe Gen 3 and DDR4 only, is more limited in upgrade and expansion potential. The data suggests that for pure compute performance, the Intel part is the superior choice, while the AMD part serves the mobile and low-power segment where its TDP and socket are more appropriate.