AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE vs Intel Core 7 253PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core 7 253PQE across all 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE does not register a single win in any of the measured tests, with the Intel part taking every contest by a wide margin. This is not a close matchup, and the benchmark results leave little room for interpretation.

The largest gaps appear in compute-heavy PassMark workloads. In the floating point math test, the Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 105,279 against the AMD's 24,681, a delta of -76.6% from the AMD's perspective. That means the Intel chip delivers more than four times the floating point throughput. The prime number finding test shows an even starker proportional difference: Intel scores 206 while AMD scores 44, a -78.6% delta. Integer math follows a similar pattern, with Intel at 137,795 versus AMD at 39,163, a -71.6% gap. These are not marginal advantages; they represent a fundamentally different performance tier.

Cinebench results reinforce the same story. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel posts 31,390 against AMD's 11,705, a -62.7% delta. The single-core R23 test shows Intel at 4,431 versus AMD at 1,652, also -62.7%. The pattern holds consistently across R15 and R20 versions, with multi-core deltas of -62.7% and single-core deltas of -62.8%. Every Cinebench metric lands in the same narrow band, suggesting the performance gap scales uniformly across both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads.

The closest contest in the entire dataset is the PassMark single-thread test, where Intel scores 4,389 against AMD's 3,644, a -17% delta. Even here, the gap is substantial, but it is notably smaller than the multi-threaded margins. This suggests that while Intel's single-core advantage is real, the more dramatic separation comes from Intel's additional cores and threads. The PassMark multithread test shows Intel at 41,656 versus AMD at 13,507, a -67.6% delta, which is roughly four times the single-thread gap.

Data compression and encryption workloads follow the expected trajectory. Intel scores 487,335 in data compression versus AMD's 155,164, a -68.2% delta. Encryption shows Intel at 25,515 against AMD's 8,603, a -66.3% delta. Random string sorting goes to Intel at 54,222 versus AMD's 18,010, a -66.8% delta. Extended instructions favor Intel at 32,390 against AMD's 11,923, a -63.2% delta. Physics simulation shows Intel at 2,970 versus AMD's 750, a -74.7% delta. The Intel part wins every category, and in most cases the margin is large enough to suggest different workload classes entirely.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design philosophies. AMD's Ryzen 3 8300GE uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix2 codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. Intel's Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The process node difference is notable, though the measured performance does not reflect a node advantage for AMD in this comparison.

Core counts differ substantially. AMD provides 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel provides 10 cores and 20 threads. This explains much of the multi-threaded benchmark gap, since Intel has 2.5 times the core count and 2.5 times the thread count. Both processors have a base clock of 3.50 GHz, but the boost behavior diverges sharply: AMD boosts to 4.90 GHz while Intel reaches 5.70 GHz. The Intel part's higher boost clock contributes to its single-thread advantage.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger L3 cache, more than four times AMD's, helps explain the strong performance in data compression and encryption workloads that benefit from larger working sets. The L2 per core is also double, which can reduce latency for frequently accessed data.

Process node, core count, and cache size are not the only differences. AMD's processor uses DDR5 memory only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both have dual-channel memory buses, but Intel's memory bandwidth is rated at 89.6 GB/s versus AMD's 83.2 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. AMD provides PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes, while Intel provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Intel's newer PCIe standard and higher lane count give it an interface advantage for expansion and storage.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses the Radeon 740M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either part, so any comparison of iGPU performance cannot be made from this data. Both processors have locked multipliers, so neither supports user overclocking through multiplier adjustment. AMD's part uses Socket AM5, Intel's uses Socket 1700, meaning they are not interchangeable in any system.

Power envelopes are not directly comparable in the data, but the TDP figures differ: AMD lists 35 watts while Intel lists 125 watts. The Intel part draws substantially more power, which aligns with its higher core count and boost clock. The release dates also differ, with AMD launching in April 2024 and Intel in March 2026, nearly two years later. Intel's launch MSRP is listed at $409, while AMD's launch MSRP is not recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 31,390 versus the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE's 11,705, a -62.7% delta. Intel holds a decisive multi-core advantage.

Q: How large is the single-thread performance gap between the two?

A: In PassMark single-thread testing, Intel scores 4,389 and AMD scores 3,644, a -17% delta. This is the smallest measurable gap in the entire benchmark set, but Intel still wins.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The recorded data shows 17 head-to-head benchmarks, and the Intel Core 7 253PQE wins all 17. The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has zero wins.

Q: What explains the large gap in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads versus AMD's 4 cores and 8 threads, and Intel's boost clock reaches 5.70 GHz versus AMD's 4.90 GHz. These specification differences align with the measured multi-thread benchmark deltas.

Q: How do the two compare in memory bandwidth?

A: Intel is rated at 89.6 GB/s, while AMD is rated at 83.2 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 while AMD supports only DDR5.

Q: Which processor has the larger cache?

A: Intel has 33 MB of shared L3 cache and 2 MB of L2 per core, while AMD has 8 MB of shared L3 and 1 MB of L2 per core. Intel also has 80 KB of L1 per core versus AMD's 64 KB.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a clear hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PQE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE in every measured test, with deltas ranging from -17% in single-thread PassMark to -78.6% in prime number finding. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 55,919, placing it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD part's average is 17,614, in the 71st percentile. That is a substantial percentile gap.

For users prioritizing multi-core throughput, the choice is unambiguous. Intel's 10 cores and 20 threads produce Cinebench R23 multi-core scores nearly triple AMD's, and PassMark multithread scores more than triple AMD's. Data compression, encryption, integer math, and floating point workloads all show Intel at least 2.5 times faster, with floating point math exceeding 4 times the AMD score.

For users prioritizing single-thread performance, Intel still wins, but the margin is narrower. The PassMark single-thread delta is -17%, and the Cinebench R23 single-core delta is -62.7%. That inconsistency across single-thread tests is worth noting. The PassMark test suggests a modest Intel edge, while Cinebench suggests a much larger one. The Intel boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus AMD's 4.90 GHz provides a plausible explanation for the Cinebench result, but the PassMark result indicates that real-world single-thread performance may vary by workload.

Power consumption is a differentiator, though the database does not include measured wattage. Intel lists a 125 watt TDP, AMD lists 35 watts. The AMD part is a low-power design, which may suit compact or thermally constrained systems. The Intel part requires more robust cooling and power delivery, but it delivers significantly higher performance in exchange. The data does not include efficiency metrics, so a direct performance-per-watt comparison cannot be made from this database alone.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. Core count: AMD has 4, Intel has 10. Thread count: AMD has 8, Intel has 20. Boost clock: AMD reaches 4.90 GHz, Intel reaches 5.70 GHz. Base clock is identical at 3.50 GHz. TDP: AMD lists 35 watts, Intel lists 125 watts. Socket: AMD uses AM5, Intel uses Socket 1700. Process node: AMD uses 4 nm, Intel uses 10 nm. Foundry: AMD uses TSMC, Intel uses Intel.

Cache configuration differs across all levels. L1 per core: AMD has 64 KB, Intel has 80 KB. L2 per core: AMD has 1 MB, Intel has 2 MB. L3 shared: AMD has 8 MB, Intel has 33 MB. Memory support: AMD supports only DDR5, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD at 83.2 GB/s, Intel at 89.6 GB/s. PCIe: AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 740M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. Release date: AMD in April 2024, Intel in March 2026. Launch MSRP: Intel listed at $409, AMD not recorded. Transistor count and die size are recorded for AMD (20,900 million transistors, 137 mm²) but not for Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins every benchmark in the recorded data, so the use-case split comes down to context rather than specific test victories. For compute-heavy workloads such as rendering, video encoding, scientific simulation, data compression, encryption, and large-scale integer or floating point math, the Intel part is the stronger choice. The Cinebench multi-core scores and the PassMark math tests all confirm this. Users running multi-threaded applications that can use 20 threads will see substantial gains over the AMD part.

For workloads that are lightly threaded, such as older applications, certain scripting tasks, or single-threaded games, the Intel part still leads, but the advantage narrows. The PassMark single-thread test shows a -17% delta, which is meaningful but not overwhelming. The Cinebench single-core tests show a larger gap, so the exact benefit depends on the application. Users prioritizing the highest possible single-thread performance should still choose Intel based on this data.

The AMD Ryzen 3 8300GE has no benchmark wins to point to, but its 35 watt TDP and smaller cache footprint suggest it is designed for efficiency rather than peak performance. The data does not include power measurements, so the efficiency claim is inferred from the TDP field alone. For systems where power draw is the primary constraint, the AMD part may be the only viable option in this comparison. Its AM5 socket and 4 nm process also indicate a more modern platform, though the database does not include platform-level benchmarks.

The Intel part's larger L3 cache (33 MB versus 8 MB) and higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s) suggest it will handle cache-sensitive workloads better, which the data compression and encryption results confirm. Intel's PCIe Gen 5 support with 16 lanes also gives it an interface advantage for storage and expansion, though no I/O benchmarks are recorded. For users building a new system with high-throughput storage or multiple expansion cards, Intel's platform support is more extensive on paper.

Ultimately, the database records a one-sided matchup. The Intel Core 7 253PQE delivers higher performance in every measured category, with the smallest gap being 17% in single-thread PassMark and the largest being 78.6% in prime number finding. Users who need the highest available performance from these two parts should select Intel. Users who must operate within a 35 watt TDP envelope have only one option in this pair, and that is AMD.