AMD Ryzen 3 8300G vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G records an average benchmark score of 18,169, while the Intel Core 5 211TE trails at 15,370. This places the AMD part in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part sits in the 69th percentile.

Q: How do the two chips compare in multi-threaded Cinebench tests?

A: Across all three Cinebench multi-core tests, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G leads by a slim margin. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 1,231 versus 1,229 for the Intel, a 0.2% lead. In R20 multi-core, AMD scores 5,131 versus 5,124 (0.1% lead), and in R23 multi-core, AMD scores 12,217 versus 12,201 (0.1% lead).

Q: Which processor wins the PassMark single-thread test?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G wins decisively with a score of 3,778, compared to 1,408 for the Intel Core 5 211TE. That represents a 168.3% advantage for AMD.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes. The Intel part wins PassMark find prime numbers (72 versus 47, a 34.7% margin), PassMark floating point math (26,150 versus 25,336, a 3.1% margin), and PassMark physics (1,278 versus 755, a 40.9% margin).

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor uses a newer manufacturing process?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G belongs to the 8000 series, built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Phoenix2. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC and uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel Core 5 211TE, by contrast, comes from Bartlett Lake, uses a 10 nm process at Intel, and fits into Intel Socket 1700.

Die size differs substantially. The AMD chip measures 137 mm² and contains 20,900 million transistors. The Intel chip has a larger die at 215 mm², though the transistor count is not listed in the database. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has larger per-core caches: 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, plus 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses Radeon 740M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Both processors support ECC memory, and both are dual-channel. Memory support diverges: AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth also differs, with AMD listing 83.2 GB/s and Intel listing 76.8 GB/s.

PCIe capabilities are not equal. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the Intel Core 5 211TE provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. This gives the Intel part a wider and newer PCIe interface. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so both are locked for overclocking.

Release dates differ by roughly a year. The AMD part was released on January 7, 2024; the Intel part on January 12, 2025. The launch MSRP for the AMD is $176, and for the Intel it is $221. The production status for both is active.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows 14 benchmark wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G and 3 wins for the Intel Core 5 211TE. The AMD advantage is most pronounced in single-threaded performance and several PassMark workloads.

The largest gap appears in the PassMark single-thread test, where AMD scores 3,778 versus Intel's 1,408, a 168.3% delta. This same margin repeats in the passmark_singlethread entry, which records identical scores. That single-thread dominance is consistent with the Cinebench single-core results, though those are far closer: AMD leads R15 single-core by 0 (173 to 173), R20 single-core by 0.1% (724 to 723), and R23 single-core by 0.1% (1,724 to 1,722).

In multi-core Cinebench, the margins remain narrow. AMD wins R15 multi-core by 0.2% (1,231 to 1,229), R20 multi-core by 0.1% (5,131 to 5,124), and R23 multi-core by 0.1% (12,217 to 12,201). These results indicate that despite having only 4 cores and 8 threads versus Intel's 10 cores and 16 threads, the AMD chip keeps pace or edges ahead in these heavily multi-threaded rendering tests.

PassMark workloads show a wider spread. AMD wins data compression by 19.1% (158,952 versus 133,434), data encryption by 26.1% (9,115 versus 7,231), extended instructions by 43.4% (12,354 versus 8,615), integer math by 19.2% (40,534 versus 33,991), multithread by 20% (14,018 versus 11,685), and random string sorting by 28.1% (19,013 versus 14,838).

The Intel Core 5 211TE takes three PassMark categories. In find prime numbers, Intel scores 72 versus AMD's 47, a 34.7% advantage. In floating point math, Intel leads 26,150 versus 25,336, a 3.1% margin. In physics, Intel wins 1,278 versus 755, a 40.9% gap. These wins suggest the Intel part has particular strengths in integer-heavy prime number searches and physics simulation workloads, despite losing overall in most other benchmarks.

The average benchmark score difference is notable: AMD's 18,169 versus Intel's 15,370. That is an 18.2% overall advantage for AMD. The nearest rivals in the database reflect this positioning: the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G sits near the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (delta 0%), Intel Core i7-1365U (delta 0%), Intel Core i7-9700 (delta -0.1%), and Intel Core i5-1334U (delta 0.1%). The Intel Core 5 211TE, meanwhile, sits near the AMD EPYC 7543 (delta -0.7%), AMD EPYC 7702P (delta 1.6%), AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (delta -2%), and Intel Core i3-1315U (delta 2.3%). This places the Intel part in a lower performance tier despite its higher core count.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 3 8300G | Intel Core 5 211TE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | (not listed) |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die size | 137 mm² | 215 mm² |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | (not listed) |

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

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 8 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release date | 2024-01-07 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | $176 | $221 |

| Part number | 100-000001492 | SRQDL |

The Intel part has more than double the core count and double the thread count, yet it carries a lower TDP of 45 W versus AMD's 65 W. The AMD chip compensates with much higher base and boost clocks (3.40 GHz and 4.90 GHz versus 1.70 GHz and 4.80 GHz). The Intel part offers a larger L3 cache (20 MB versus 8 MB) and broader memory compatibility, while AMD offers higher memory bandwidth.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is the stronger overall performer. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, holds an average benchmark score of 18,169 against Intel's 15,370, and ranks in the 72nd percentile versus the 69th percentile for Intel. The AMD chip's single-thread advantage is overwhelming at 168.3% in PassMark, and it leads in all Cinebench multi-core tests despite having fewer cores.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does show specific strengths. It wins find prime numbers by 34.7%, physics by 40.9%, and floating point math by 3.1%. The physics win is particularly large, suggesting that simulation or physics-heavy workloads may favor the Intel architecture. The Intel part also provides more PCIe Gen 5 lanes (16 versus 14 Gen 4 lanes), a larger L3 cache (20 MB versus 8 MB), and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which may be relevant for platform flexibility.

For general-purpose computing, multi-threaded rendering, encryption, compression, and single-thread responsiveness, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is the clear choice based on the recorded data. For physics simulation, prime number workloads, or scenarios requiring the newer PCIe Gen 5 interface, the Intel Core 5 211TE has measurable advantages. The Intel part also runs at a lower TDP (45 W versus 65 W), which may matter for power-constrained builds. The AMD chip is both faster overall and carries a lower launch MSRP of $176 versus $221 for Intel.