AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 vs Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark database places the Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 in nearly the same performance tier, but the Intel part wins every recorded head-to-head test. Across all six Cinebench comparisons, the Xeon leads by margins of 2.2% to 2.3% in both single-core and multi-core workloads. The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 is not without merit, however. It offers a modern AM4 socket, an unlocked multiplier, and a higher base clock, which makes it the more flexible choice for a desktop builder who values overclocking headroom and platform longevity.

The data suggests the Xeon E3-1505M v5 is the pick for mobile or workstation users who need integrated graphics and ECC memory support in a low-power package. Its 45-watt TDP is significantly lower than the Ryzen's 65-watt figure, and it includes HD Graphics P530, which the AMD part completely lacks. The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 is the better option for a desktop enthusiast who already owns an AM4 motherboard, wants to push clocks beyond stock settings, and does not need an iGPU. The Xeon's average benchmark score of 1817 against the Ryzen's 1778 confirms a narrow but consistent advantage, while the percentile rankings (42nd for Intel, 41st for AMD) place both chips within the same broad performance bracket.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and target different market segments. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 is built on the Skylake-H architecture, manufactured at 14 nm by Intel, and packs 2,300 million transistors into a 122 mm² die. It is a server and workstation part designed for mobile platforms, as evidenced by its Intel BGA 1440 socket. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 uses the original Zen architecture, also on a 14 nm process, but fabricated by GlobalFoundries. Its die is substantially larger at 213 mm² and contains 4,800 million transistors, reflecting a very different physical layout.

Core and thread counts tell a key story. The Xeon offers 4 cores and 8 threads, enabling simultaneous multithreading. The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 also has 4 cores but only 4 threads, meaning it lacks SMT. Despite this, the AMD part runs at a higher base clock of 3.50 GHz compared to the Xeon's 2.80 GHz. Both chips reach the same 3.70 GHz boost clock. Cache hierarchies differ as well. The Intel part provides 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, while the AMD part offers 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core. Both share an 8 MB L3 cache, but the larger per-core caches on the AMD side do not translate into a benchmark victory.

Memory support also diverges. The Xeon accepts both DDR3 and DDR4 in dual-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. The Ryzen supports only DDR4, also dual-channel, but with a higher bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. The Xeon includes integrated graphics in the form of HD Graphics P530, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 has no integrated graphics at all. The AMD chip's PCIe configuration is not recorded in the database, whereas the Intel part lists Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The production status also differs: the Xeon is end-of-life, while the Ryzen remains active.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 wins every multi-core test. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 633 against the Ryzen's 619, a 2.3% advantage. In R20 multi-core, the Xeon scores 2639 versus 2582, and in R23 multi-core it scores 6284 versus 6148, both showing a 2.2% lead.

Q: Does the Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 have integrated graphics?

No. The database records no integrated graphics for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5, by contrast, includes HD Graphics P530, making the Xeon the only one of the two that can output video without a discrete GPU.

Q: Can I overclock either of these processors?

The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it supports overclocking. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 has a locked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported according to the recorded specifications.

Q: Which chip supports ECC memory?

Both processors support ECC memory. The Intel part lists ECC support alongside DDR3 and DDR4 memory compatibility, and the AMD part also records ECC support with DDR4-only memory.

Q: How do their power requirements compare?

The Xeon E3-1505M v5 has a TDP of 45 watts. The Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 has a TDP of 65 watts. The Xeon is therefore the more power-efficient part on paper, which aligns with its mobile workstation positioning.

Q: What is the launch price of the Xeon?

The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 had a launch MSRP of $434. The database does not record a launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 4 |

| Threads | 8 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.80 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.70 GHz | 3.70 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1440 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Skylake | Zen |

| Codename | Skylake-H | Zen (Summit Ridge) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 2,300 million | 4,800 million |

| Die Size | 122 mm² | 213 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 8 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR3, DDR4 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 34.1 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| Integrated Graphics | HD Graphics P530 | None |

| Market Segment | Server/Workstation | Desktop |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release Date | 2015-10-26 | 2017-06-28 |

| Launch MSRP | $434 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | SR2FM | YD130BBBM4KAE |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results are uniform in direction but narrow in magnitude. The Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 wins all six recorded comparisons, with deltas ranging from 2.2% to 2.3%. No single test flips the outcome in favor of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 633 against the Ryzen's 619, a 2.3% margin. The single-core R15 test shows a similar pattern: 89 for Intel versus 87 for AMD, again a 2.3% difference. These are the largest relative wins for the Xeon in the entire dataset.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the Xeon maintains its edge. In the multi-core test, it scores 2639 versus 2582 for the Ryzen, a 2.2% lead. The single-core R20 result is 372 against 364, also a 2.2% delta. The pattern repeats in Cinebench R23, where the Xeon scores 6284 in multi-core versus 6148 for the Ryzen, and 887 in single-core versus 868. Both R23 differences sit at 2.2%.

The average benchmark scores corroborate the head-to-head data. The Xeon's average of 1817 places it just 0.1% above the Intel Core i5-6600K in the nearest rivals list, and 0.3% below the Intel Xeon E5-1630 v3. The Ryzen's average of 1778 sits 0.1% above the Intel Xeon E5-4610 v3 and 0.5% below the AMD Ryzen 3 3200GE. The two processors in question are separated by roughly 2% in average score, which is consistent with the individual benchmark deltas.

What does this mean in practice? The Xeon's 8 threads give it a small but real advantage in heavily threaded Cinebench workloads, despite its lower base clock. The Ryzen's higher base clock and larger per-core caches are not enough to overcome the thread deficit in these tests. The single-core results are close enough that real-world differences would be imperceptible, but the database records a consistent Intel win in every category. The AMD part's unlocked multiplier means an overclocked Ryzen could potentially surpass stock Xeon scores, but the recorded data only reflects stock settings. The Xeon's wins across all six tests, with a clean 6-0 record, make it the definitive leader in this direct comparison.