AMD Ryzen 3 8300G vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database records a decisive sweep for the Intel Core 9 273PQE across all 17 head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G does not win a single test, and the margin is substantial in nearly every workload category.

Multi-core performance shows the widest gaps. In Cinebench R23, the Intel part scores 39,190 against the AMD's 12,217, a delta of -68.8% for the Ryzen. Cinebench R20 multi-core follows the same pattern: 16,459 versus 5,131, also -68.8%. Cinebench R15 multi-core records 3,950 versus 1,231, with the same -68.8% gap. The consistency of that percentage across all three Cinebench versions indicates a uniform scaling advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

Single-core results tell a similar story, though the relative gap is slightly smaller in PassMark. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 5,532 versus 1,724 (-68.8%), and Cinebench R20 single-core shows 2,323 versus 724 (-68.8%). PassMark single-thread and single-threaded tests both record 4,573 versus 3,778, a -17.4% delta, which is the narrowest margin in the entire comparison. This suggests the Ryzen 3 8300G's per-thread efficiency is respectable, but the Intel part's higher boost clock and architecture deliver a clear lead nonetheless.

The PassMark compute suite amplifies the multi-core disparity. Floating-point math shows 125,546 versus 25,336, a -79.8% delta, the largest gap in the dataset. Integer math records 164,629 versus 40,534 (-75.4%). Find prime numbers scores 198 versus 47 (-76.3%). Data compression shows 585,752 versus 158,952 (-72.9%). Extended instructions measure 38,743 versus 12,354 (-68.1%). Data encryption delivers 29,636 versus 9,115 (-69.2%). Multithread performance is 46,107 versus 14,018 (-69.6%). Physics tests show 2,754 versus 755 (-72.6%). Random string sorting records 53,167 versus 19,013 (-64.2%), the second-smallest delta after single-thread.

The pattern is unambiguous: the Intel Core 9 273PQE leads by roughly two-thirds to three-quarters in heavily parallel workloads, and by about a sixth in lightly threaded tests. The Ryzen 3 8300G's average benchmark score sits at 18,169, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel part averages 66,099, good for the 93rd percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design generations. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G uses Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix2 codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It integrates 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses Bartlett Lake, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with no transistor or die size data recorded.

Core configuration differs sharply. The AMD part has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel part has 12 cores and 24 threads. Both list a 3.40 GHz base clock, but the Intel boost clock reaches 5.90 GHz versus 4.90 GHz for the AMD. This 1.00 GHz advantage helps explain the single-core lead.

Cache hierarchies are distinct. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel Core 9 273PQE offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger L3 pool is 4.5 times the AMD's total, which benefits workloads with large working sets.

Memory support diverges as well. The AMD chip uses DDR5 only, with dual-channel access and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a slightly higher 89.6 GB/s bandwidth rating. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 9 273PQE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, enabling faster peripheral bandwidth for compatible devices.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon 740M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not include iGPU benchmark scores, so no direct performance comparison is available.

The AMD processor fits AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. Both are desktop parts, currently in active production. The AMD chip launched on 2024-01-07 with a launch MSRP of $176. The Intel chip launched on 2026-03-08 with a launch MSRP of $589. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking headroom is limited on both.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in the database?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G does not win any of the 17 tests.

Q: How large is the single-core performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 single-core tests, the Intel part leads by -68.8% in each case. In PassMark single-thread tests, the Intel lead narrows to -17.4%.

Q: What is the multi-core performance difference in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 39,190, while the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G scores 12,217. That is a -68.8% difference for the AMD part.

Q: Do the two processors use the same memory types?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: How do their percentile rankings compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G sits in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 9 273PQE sits in the 93rd percentile.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 3 8300G | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 12 |

| Threads | 8 | 24 |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 137 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | $176 | $589 |

| Part number | 100-000001492 | SA4Q9 |

Both processors share a 3.40 GHz base clock, dual-channel memory buses, ECC memory support, active production status, desktop market segment, and locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 9 273PQE is faster in every measured benchmark, with the smallest margin being -17.4% in PassMark single-thread tests and the largest being -79.8% in floating-point math. It also holds a higher percentile ranking at 93 versus 72, and its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D with a delta of 0.3%, meaning it trades blows with a top-tier AMD part.

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is not without merit. Its 4-core, 8-thread configuration with a 4.90 GHz boost clock and 65 W TDP makes it a lower-power desktop option. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-9700 and Intel Core i7-1365U, with deltas of -0.1% and 0%, respectively, indicating it performs competitively with those older or lower-tier parts. The integrated Radeon 740M graphics and DDR5-only support suit a system built around that memory standard.

For workloads that scale with core count, thread count, or cache size, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the stronger choice by every recorded measurement. For a lightweight desktop build where power draw and platform cost are primary constraints, the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G occupies a lower performance tier that still places it above 72% of all CPUs in the database. The data does not support any scenario where the AMD part wins a head-to-head comparison against the Intel part in the tested workloads.