AMD Ryzen 3 8300G vs Intel Core i9-14901KE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains a full benchmark suite for the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G but no recorded measurements for the Intel Core i9-14901KE. Consequently, the head-to-head comparison is one-sided: the Ryzen 3 8300G can be scored against the broader database, while the Core i9-14901KE has no benchmark entries to analyze. The Intel part sits at the 50th percentile among all CPUs in the database, whereas the AMD part reaches the 72nd percentile, a 22-point gap that indicates the Ryzen 3 8300G outperforms the majority of recorded processors while the Core i9-14901KE lands exactly at the median.

Looking at the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G's absolute scores, the Cinebench results show a clear split between single-thread and multi-thread performance. In Cinebench R23, the Ryzen 3 8300G records 1724 points in single-core and 12217 points in multi-core, a ratio that reflects its 4-core, 8-thread configuration. The Cinebench R20 run shows 724 single-core and 5131 multi-core, while Cinebench R15 shows 173 single-core and 1231 multi-core. These numbers position the Ryzen 3 8300G as a processor whose multi-threaded output scales well from its modest core count, likely due to the boost clock reaching 4.90 GHz.

PassMark results reinforce this pattern. The single-thread score of 3778 is competitive for a desktop chip, and the multithread score of 14018 suggests that the 8 threads are utilized effectively. In more specialized workloads, the Ryzen 3 8300G posts 40534 in integer math, 25336 in floating-point math, and 158952 in data compression. The data encryption score of 9115 and extended instructions score of 12354 indicate solid cryptography and SIMD throughput. The find prime numbers score of 47 is notably low, which suggests that the processor's integer-heavy prime calculation path is not a strength, likely due to the architecture's design trade-offs.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Ryzen 3 8300G are all within a fraction of a percent in average score. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700U averages 18176, the Intel Core i7-1365U averages 18177, and the Intel Core i7-9700 averages 18180, each within 0.1% of the Ryzen 3 8300G's 18169. The Intel Core i5-1334U averages 18154, which is 0.1% lower. These deltas are effectively negligible, meaning the Ryzen 3 8300G trades blows with these processors within measurement noise. The Core i9-14901KE has no rivals listed, as its average benchmark score is recorded as zero.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G?

A: The recorded average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 3 8300G is 18169, placing it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the Intel Core i9-14901KE have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the database lists zero benchmark entries for the Intel Core i9-14901KE, and its average benchmark score is recorded as 0.

Q: How does the Ryzen 3 8300G compare to its nearest rivals in average score?

A: The Ryzen 3 8300G's average score of 18169 is within 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (18176), Intel Core i7-1365U (18177), and Intel Core i7-9700 (18180), and 0.1% above the Intel Core i5-1334U (18154).

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the Ryzen 3 8300G?

A: The Ryzen 3 8300G supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the boost clock speed of the Intel Core i9-14901KE?

A: The Intel Core i9-14901KE has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.80 GHz.

Q: Is the Ryzen 3 8300G's multiplier unlocked?

A: No, the Ryzen 3 8300G has a locked multiplier. The Intel Core i9-14901KE, in contrast, has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G wins in every measurable category because it is the only one of the two with recorded benchmark data. Its strengths are in multi-threaded workloads where the 8 threads at up to 4.90 GHz produce a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12217. The PassMark multithread score of 14018 further confirms that the processor handles parallel tasks competently. Data compression at 158952 and integer math at 40534 are particularly strong, suggesting that the Ryzen 3 8300G suits compression utilities and general arithmetic processing.

Single-thread performance is also respectable, with a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1724 and a PassMark single-thread score of 3778. This makes the Ryzen 3 8300G a capable choice for lightly threaded applications that depend on one core's speed. The floating-point math score of 25336 and extended instructions score of 12354 indicate that the processor handles scientific and multimedia workloads without issue.

The Intel Core i9-14901KE has no recorded wins because no benchmarks exist for it. However, its specification sheet implies where it might win if measured: 8 cores and 16 threads at a boost clock of 5.80 GHz would likely outperform the Ryzen 3 8300G in heavily multi-threaded scenarios, and the larger 36 MB shared L3 cache could improve workloads that depend on cache residency. The 125 W TDP suggests that the Core i9-14901KE is designed for sustained high output, whereas the Ryzen 3 8300G's 65 W TDP targets efficiency. Without data, these remain projections, not measured outcomes.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification field. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G uses 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i9-14901KE uses 8 cores and 16 threads, doubling the thread count. Base clocks are 3.40 GHz for the AMD part and 3.80 GHz for the Intel part, and boost clocks are 4.90 GHz versus 5.80 GHz, a 0.90 GHz advantage for Intel. The TDP is 65 W for the Ryzen 3 8300G and 125 W for the Core i9-14901KE.

Socket compatibility differs completely: the AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. Memory support is narrower on the AMD side, which only supports DDR5, whereas the Intel side supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded as 83.2 GB/s for the AMD part, with no bandwidth figure listed for the Intel part. PCIe support differs as well: the Ryzen 3 8300G provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i9-14901KE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ: the Ryzen 3 8300G includes Radeon 740M, and the Core i9-14901KE includes UHD Graphics 770. Release dates are also distinct, with the Ryzen 3 8300G launching on 2024-01-07 and the Core i9-14901KE launching on 2024-06-30. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $176, while the Intel part has no launch MSRP recorded. The multiplier is locked on the AMD chip and unlocked on the Intel chip. Part numbers are 100-000001492 for AMD and Q49DSRNJC for Intel.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is fundamental. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300G uses the Zen 4 architecture under the codename Phoenix2, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core i9-14901KE uses the Raptor Lake architecture under the codename Raptor Lake-R, manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel. The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which typically translates to higher transistor density and better power efficiency for the AMD part.

Die size and transistor counts reflect this. The Ryzen 3 8300G has a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. The Core i9-14901KE has a die size of 257 mm², nearly double the AMD part, with no transistor count recorded. The larger die combined with the older process node explains the higher 125 W TDP for Intel.

Cache hierarchies differ in structure and size. The Ryzen 3 8300G uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Core i9-14901KE uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's L3 cache is 4.5 times larger, which can reduce memory latency for frequently accessed data. Neither processor has 3D V-Cache.

The generations and series names also differ: the Ryzen 3 8300G belongs to the 8000 series with a generation label of "Ryzen 3 (Zen 4 (Phoenix))", while the Core i9-14901KE belongs to the Core 14th Gen with a generation label of "Core i9 (Raptor Lake Refresh)". Both support ECC memory and both are desktop market segments with active production status. The AMD part's architecture is newer, smaller, and more power-efficient on paper, while the Intel part's architecture emphasizes raw core count, cache capacity, and clock speed.