AMD Ryzen 3 8300G vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G and the Intel Core 3 304 occupy different corners of the processor market, and the benchmark data reflects two distinct design philosophies. The Ryzen 3 8300G is a desktop part aimed at delivering strong multi-threaded throughput, while the Core 3 304 is a mobile chip with a focus on single-thread responsiveness and efficiency. Across the 17 head-to-head tests in the database, the AMD processor wins 12, while the Intel processor wins 5, but the nature of those victories tells a more nuanced story.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G establishes its dominance in multi-threaded workloads. The most striking example is in Cinebench R23 multicore, where it scores 12,217 against Intel's 5,263, a massive 132.1% advantage. This pattern repeats across nearly every parallel processing test. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Ryzen 3 8300G scores 1,231 versus 849, a 45% lead. Cinebench R20 multicore shows a 23.3% gap, with scores of 5,131 and 4,160 respectively. The PassMark integer math test amplifies this trend, with the AMD part scoring 40,534 against 24,640, a 64.5% difference. Data compression also favors AMD heavily at 158,952 versus 114,775, a 38.5% margin. Random string sorting sees a 39.2% advantage for the Ryzen part (19,013 versus 13,659), and extended instructions show a 27.5% lead (12,354 versus 9,686). The PassMark multithread test confirms this with a 20.6% gap, 14,018 versus 11,625.

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in specific single-thread and specialized scenarios. Its most significant victory comes in Cinebench R15 singlecore, where it scores 264 against the AMD's 173, a 34.5% lead. This is the largest win for Intel in the entire dataset. The Core 3 304 also takes Cinebench R23 singlecore by a narrower 2.3% margin (1,765 versus 1,724). In PassMark floating point math, Intel wins with 29,722 against 25,336, a 14.8% advantage. The find prime numbers test sees Intel ahead by 30.9% (68 versus 47), and physics simulation favors Intel by 13% (868 versus 755). These wins suggest the Core 3 304 has a strong scalar core and excels in workloads that are less dependent on thread count.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different platforms. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. It contains 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The chip is built on AMD Socket AM5 and has a thermal design power of 65 watts. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The processor supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth, and it supports ECC memory. It has 14 PCIe Gen 4 lanes and integrates Radeon 740M graphics. The transistor count is listed at 20,900 million on a 137 mm² die.

The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, manufactured on a 3 nm process by Intel itself. It has 5 cores and 5 threads, indicating no hyper-threading support. Base clock is 1.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. This is a mobile part with a 15 watt TDP, soldered to the BGA 1516 socket. Its cache is organized differently: 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. Memory support includes DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but only in a single-channel configuration, capping bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported. The Intel part provides 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes and integrates Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The release dates differ significantly, with the AMD part arriving in January 2024 and the Intel part in April 2026.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite reveals the core strength of each design. In R15 multicore, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G leads by 45%, scoring 1,231 against 849. The R15 singlecore test flips the result, with Intel winning 264 to 173, a 34.5% margin. This singlecore gap is notable because it is the largest delta in either direction across all tests. In R20, the AMD processor wins both tests: multicore by 23.3% (5,131 versus 4,160) and singlecore by 23.3% (724 versus 587). The R23 results are more extreme. The AMD part wins multicore by 132.1% (12,217 versus 5,263), but Intel wins singlecore by a slim 2.3% (1,765 versus 1,724).

PassMark tests show a similar split. AMD wins data compression by 38.5%, data encryption by 7.2%, and extended instructions by 27.5%. The integer math test is a runaway for AMD at 64.5% (40,534 versus 24,640). AMD also takes multithread by 20.6% and random string sorting by 39.2%. The single thread PassMark test shows AMD ahead by 4.5%, with scores of 3,778 versus 3,614. Intel counters with wins in find prime numbers (68 versus 47, a 30.9% margin), floating point math (29,722 versus 25,336, a 14.8% margin), and physics (868 versus 755, a 13% margin).

The data implies that the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is optimized for sustained multi-threaded throughput, likely due to its higher core count, simultaneous multithreading, and dual-channel memory. The Intel Core 3 304 appears tuned for bursty single-thread tasks and specific math operations, despite having fewer threads. The average benchmark score reinforces this: the AMD part scores 18,169, while the Intel part scores 13,745.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates two distinct use cases. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is the stronger processor for content creation, compilation, and any workload that scales with threads. Its 132.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore and 64.5% lead in integer math demonstrate a clear advantage for parallel tasks. It also holds an edge in single-thread performance according to PassMark, where it leads by 4.5%, even though Intel wins the Cinebench R15 and R23 singlecore tests. The AMD part's higher memory bandwidth (83.2 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s) and dual-channel support likely contribute to its compression and sorting results.

The Intel Core 3 304 is the better choice for scenarios where power efficiency is paramount, given its 15 watt TDP versus 65 watts. Its wins in floating point math and physics suggest it handles scientific or simulation-style workloads with relative competence. The 30.9% lead in find prime numbers indicates strong integer division or algorithmic performance in specific cases. However, its overall average score is 32% lower than the AMD part, and it loses more tests than it wins. The percentile ranking also favors AMD: the Ryzen 3 8300G sits in the 72nd percentile against all CPUs, while the Core 3 304 sits in the 68th.

For a desktop user seeking maximum throughput, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is the data-backed pick. For a mobile or low-power system where single-thread burst performance and thermal efficiency matter, the Intel Core 3 304 has a role. The benchmark results do not show one processor as universally superior; they show two specialized designs. The AMD part wins 12 of 17 tests, but the Intel part wins the tests that matter for its target segment.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G wins all multi-core tests. It leads by 45% in Cinebench R15 multicore, 23.3% in R20 multicore, and 132.1% in R23 multicore. Its PassMark multithread score is 14,018 versus 11,625.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 304 win any single-thread tests?

A: Yes, it wins Cinebench R15 singlecore by 34.5% (264 versus 173) and Cinebench R23 singlecore by 2.3% (1,765 versus 1,724). However, the PassMark single thread test goes to AMD by 4.5% (3,778 versus 3,614).

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G supports dual-channel DDR5 with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 304 supports single-channel DDR5 or LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher TDP?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G has an average benchmark score of 18,169. The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13,745.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 8300G | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 5 |

| Threads | 8 | 5 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe Lanes | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 4, 6 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Launch MSRP | $176 | $309 |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-04-15 |

| Part Number | 100-000001492 | SAE3K |