AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE vs AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D Comparison

The Verdict

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D are both active desktop processors on the AMD Socket AM5 platform, yet they occupy entirely different positions in the performance spectrum. The 8300GE is a 4-core, 8-thread Zen 4 part with a 35 W TDP, while the 9900X3D is a 12-core, 24-thread Zen 5 part with a 120 W TDP. The recorded data shows that the 8300GE has a substantial benchmark footprint, while the 9900X3D has no recorded benchmark scores in the database at this time. Therefore, the verdict must be drawn from architectural differences, specification deltas, and the 8300GE's measured performance relative to its nearest rivals.

The 8300GE is the only one of the two with a measured average benchmark score, which sits at 17614. That places it in the 71st percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-14100T, posts an average score of 17648, putting the 8300GE just 0.2% behind. The Intel Core i3-13100F and the Intel Core i7-1255U both average 17653, also 0.2% ahead of the 8300GE. The AMD EPYC 9374F averages 17693, which is 0.4% ahead. These numbers indicate that the 8300GE delivers performance essentially on par with a set of well-known competing desktop and mobile parts, with all deltas within a fraction of a percent.

The 9900X3D, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile ranking, with no nearest rivals listed. The database contains no measured wins for either part in head-to-head comparisons, and both win counters are zero. The practical verdict is that the 8300GE is the part with verified, measurable performance data, while the 9900X3D is a higher-core-count, higher-clock processor whose benchmark presence has not yet been recorded. From the data alone, the 8300GE is the choice for anyone requiring confirmed performance metrics, while the 9900X3D appeals on paper through its 12 cores, 24 threads, and 128 MB of L3 cache.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and microarchitectures. The 8300GE is built on Zen 4 and uses the Phoenix2 codename, with its generation listed as Ryzen 3 (Zen 4 (Phoenix)). The 9900X3D is built on Zen 5 and uses the Granite Ridge codename, with its generation listed as Ryzen Embedded (Zen 5 (Granite Ridge)). Both are manufactured by AMD and both use a 4 nm process node from TSMC. The 8300GE is part of the 8000 series, while the 9900X3D belongs to the 9000 series.

The transistor counts differ significantly. The 8300GE contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die. The 9900X3D contains 16,630 million transistors spread across two dies, each measuring 70.6 mm², for a combined die area of 141.2 mm². This means the 8300GE packs more transistors into a slightly smaller total area, while the 9900X3D uses a chiplet design with two separate dies.

Cache structures diverge as well. The 8300GE has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The 9900X3D has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The 9900X3D's L3 cache is 16 times larger than the 8300GE's, a defining architectural advantage for workloads that benefit from large cached working sets.

Both processors support DDR5 memory with a dual-channel memory bus. The 8300GE has a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the 9900X3D reaches 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. The PCIe capabilities differ: the 8300GE provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the 9900X3D provides Gen 5 with 24 CPU lanes. The 8300GE integrates a Radeon 740M graphics unit, while the 9900X3D integrates a Radeon Graphics unit with no specific model listed.

The 8300GE is not multiplier-unlocked, meaning its clock multiplier is locked. The 9900X3D is multiplier-unlocked, allowing overclocking. The 8300GE has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The 9900X3D has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 8300GE has a 35 W TDP, while the 9900X3D has a 120 W TDP.

The release dates also differ. The 8300GE was released on 2024-04-15, while the 9900X3D was released on 2025-10-06. Both are currently marked as Active in production status. The 8300GE carries part number 100-000001496, and the 9900X3D carries part number 100-000001368E.

Where Each One Wins

The 8300GE is the only part in this comparison with recorded benchmark results, so its wins are measurable across a broad set of tests. The database shows strong single-thread and multi-thread results for the 4-core part. In Cinebench R23, the 8300GE scores 11705 in multicore and 1652 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 4916 multicore and 693 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1179 multicore and 166 single-core. These results confirm that the 8300GE delivers balanced performance suitable for general desktop workloads, with single-core scores that rival much larger parts.

The PassMark results for the 8300GE show where it excels. It scores 155164 in data compression, 8603 in data encryption, 11923 in extended instructions, 44 in find prime numbers, 24681 in floating point math, 39163 in integer math, 13507 in multithread, 750 in physics, 18010 in random string sorting, and 3644 in single-thread performance. The single-thread score of 3644 appears twice in the database, under both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread test names, confirming consistency. The data compression score of 155164 is the highest recorded result among these tests, indicating that the 8300GE is particularly capable in compression workloads. The integer math score of 39163 and the floating point math score of 24681 also stand out as strong results. The find prime numbers score of 44 is the lowest, showing a relative weakness in that specific workload.

The 9900X3D has no recorded benchmarks, so the database cannot show where it wins. However, its specifications point to advantages in core count, thread count, cache size, and clock speed. With 12 cores and 24 threads versus the 8300GE's 4 cores and 8 threads, the 9900X3D is positioned for heavily threaded workloads. Its 128 MB of L3 cache gives it a massive cache advantage. Its base clock of 4.40 GHz and boost clock of 5.50 GHz are both higher than the 8300GE's 3.50 GHz and 4.90 GHz. The 120 W TDP indicates a much higher power envelope, consistent with a higher-performance part. The 9900X3D also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, double the lane count and a newer generation than the 8300GE's PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes. Its memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s is 6.4 GB/s higher than the 8300GE's 83.2 GB/s.

The 8300GE wins in power efficiency on paper, with a 35 W TDP versus 120 W. It also wins in transistor density, with 20,900 million transistors in a 137 mm² die compared to 16,630 million across two 70.6 mm² dies. The 8300GE's integrated Radeon 740M graphics are explicitly named, while the 9900X3D's integrated graphics are listed only as Radeon Graphics.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 128 MB of L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE and the AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has a TDP of 35 W. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has a TDP of 120 W.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the release dates for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE was released on 2024-04-15. The AMD Ryzen Embedded 9900X3D was released on 2025-10-06.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the 8300GE and the 9900X3D. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and both win counters sit at zero. As a result, any comparison of measured performance must rely on the 8300GE's individual benchmark scores and the 9900X3D's absence of recorded scores.

The 8300GE's Cinebench results provide a baseline for its performance. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 11705. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 1652. The multicore score is roughly seven times the single-core score, which is consistent with a 4-core, 8-thread processor under a workload that scales with thread count. In Cinebench R20, the multicore score is 4916 and the single-core score is 693. In Cinebench R15, the multicore score is 1179 and the single-core score is 166.

The PassMark results for the 8300GE show a similar pattern. The multithread score is 13507, while the single-thread score is 3644. The multithread score is about 3.7 times the single-thread score. The data compression score of 155164 is the standout result, more than 11 times the multithread score and by far the highest absolute number in the 8300GE's benchmark set. The extended instructions score of 11923 and the random string sorting score of 18010 also show relative strength in specialized operations. The physics score of 750 and the find prime numbers score of 44 are the weakest results.

The nearest rivals for the 8300GE confirm its competitive position. The Intel Core i3-14100T averages 17648, just 0.2% higher than the 8300GE's 17614. The Intel Core i3-13100F and the Intel Core i7-1255U both average 17653, also 0.2% higher. The AMD EPYC 9374F averages 17693, 0.4% higher. These deltas are small enough that the 8300GE can be considered effectively tied with these parts in average benchmark score. The 8300GE's 71st percentile ranking among all CPUs in the database indicates that its average score places it above the majority of recorded processors.

The 9900X3D has no benchmark data, no nearest rivals, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile ranking. The 50th percentile is the median position, which in this context reflects the absence of recorded scores rather than a measured performance level. The database treats the 9900X3D as a processor without verified benchmark results, so no head-to-head analysis can be performed with the recorded data.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the 9900X3D has 12 cores and 24 threads. The 8300GE has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The 9900X3D has a base clock of 4.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The 8300GE has a TDP of 35 W, and the 9900X3D has a TDP of 120 W.

The cache configurations are markedly different. The 8300GE has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The 9900X3D has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The L1 cache per core is 16 KB larger on the 9900X3D, while the L2 cache per core is identical at 1 MB. The L3 cache is 120 MB larger on the 9900X3D.

Memory support is similar in type but different in bandwidth. Both support DDR5 and dual-channel memory. The 8300GE has a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while the 9900X3D has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count. The 8300GE uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes. The 9900X3D uses PCIe Gen 5 with 24 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ in naming. The 8300GE integrates Radeon 740M graphics. The 9900X3D integrates Radeon Graphics with no specific model designation.

The 8300GE's die is 137 mm² and contains 20,900 million transistors. The 9900X3D uses two dies, each 70.6 mm², with a combined area of 141.2 mm² and a total of 16,630 million transistors. Both are built on a 4 nm process from TSMC.

The 8300GE is not multiplier-unlocked, while the 9900X3D is multiplier-unlocked. The 8300GE belongs to the 8000 series and uses the Phoenix2 codename. The 9900X3D belongs to the 9000 series and uses the Granite Ridge codename. The 8300GE was released on 2024-04-15, and the 9900X3D was released on 2025-10-06. Both are Active in production status. Both use the AMD Socket AM5. The part numbers differ: 100-000001496 for the 8300GE and 100-000001368E for the 9900X3D.