AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G vs Intel Xeon D-1528 Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded benchmark data presents a clear picture: the Intel Xeon D-1528 wins all six head-to-head Cinebench comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G. The margins are consistent, ranging from 2.1% to 2.5% across single-core and multi-core tests. However, the practical significance of these margins is minimal. Both processors sit at the 40th percentile among all CPUs in the database, and their average benchmark scores (1677 for Intel, 1640 for AMD) place them within a narrow performance band.

For workloads where every point matters in multi-threaded rendering, the Xeon D-1528 is the choice. Its 6 cores and 12 threads provide a structural advantage that shows up in every multi-core test. For single-threaded tasks, the Xeon again holds a slight edge, but the Ryzen's higher base clock (3.50 GHz versus 1.90 GHz) and boost clock (3.70 GHz versus 2.50 GHz) suggest it should close that gap in real-world scenarios; the data does not show that, however.

The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G, despite losing every benchmark, is not without merit. It includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics, which the Xeon lacks entirely. For a system that needs display output without a discrete GPU, the Ryzen is the only option between these two. It also uses the AMD Socket AM4 platform, a more common consumer socket, whereas the Xeon uses Intel BGA 1667, a soldered server/workstation package.

The verdict hinges on use case. If the task is purely CPU computation with an existing GPU, the Xeon D-1528 wins on every measured metric. If the system requires integrated graphics, a standard desktop socket, or lower platform complexity, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G becomes the practical choice despite its slightly lower scores.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon D-1528 wins in every benchmark category recorded. Its largest margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where it leads by 2.5% (82 versus 80). Its smallest margin is in Cinebench R20 multi-core, leading by 2.2% (2435 versus 2382). The multi-core wins are expected given the 6-core/12-thread configuration versus 4 cores/4 threads.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G wins in areas not covered by Cinebench. It has integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, a feature absent from the Xeon. It also supports AMD Socket AM4, which allows for motherboard compatibility with a wide range of consumer AMD platforms. The Ryzen's memory bandwidth is listed at 46.9 GB/s, while the Xeon's memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database, so no comparison is possible there.

The Ryzen's transistor count is higher (4,950 million versus 3,200 million), and its die size is smaller (210 mm² versus 246 mm²). These are architectural facts, not performance wins, but they indicate a denser, more modern design. The Ryzen's L1 cache is larger per core (96 KB versus 64 KB), and its L2 cache is double (512 KB versus 256 KB per core). The Xeon counters with a larger L3 cache allocation (1.5 MB per core versus 4 MB shared, which for 4 cores means a similar total but distributed differently).

For single-threaded response, the data shows the Xeon wins, but the Ryzen's clocks are far higher. The recorded scores suggest the Xeon's older Broadwell architecture extracts more instructions per clock, but the margin is too small to call it a definitive advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Xeon D-1528 uses the Broadwell architecture, specifically the Broadwell-DE generation, built on a 14 nm process at Intel's foundry. It is a server/workstation part with 6 cores and 12 threads, designed for low-power (35W TDP) embedded and network applications. It uses Intel BGA 1667, a ball-grid array socket, meaning it is soldered to the motherboard.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses the Zen architecture, codenamed Raven Ridge, also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by GlobalFoundries. It is a desktop part with 4 cores and 4 threads, also at 35W TDP. It uses AMD Socket AM4, a standard desktop socket with PGA (pin-grid array) packaging. The Ryzen integrates Radeon Vega 8 graphics, making it an APU rather than a pure CPU.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The Xeon has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, with a 1.5 MB L3 per core (totaling 9 MB across 6 cores, though the database lists it per core). The Ryzen has 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, with a 4 MB shared L3. The Ryzen's shared L3 is smaller in total, but the per-core L2 is larger.

Memory support also differs. The Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4, while the Ryzen supports only DDR4. Both are dual-channel. The Ryzen's memory bandwidth is recorded at 46.9 GB/s, while the Xeon's is not listed. Both support ECC memory, which is unusual for a desktop part and reflects the Xeon's server lineage.

PCIe lanes are a major difference. The Xeon provides 24 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU, while the Ryzen provides only 8. This makes the Xeon far more suitable for systems with multiple expansion cards, NVMe drives, or high-bandwidth peripherals. The Ryzen's 8 lanes are typical for a desktop APU, sufficient for a single GPU and a couple of devices.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1528 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon D-1528 has no integrated graphics.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both support ECC memory. The Xeon supports DDR3 and DDR4, while the Ryzen supports DDR4 only.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: Both are rated at 35W TDP.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1528 has 24 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G has 8 PCIe Gen 3 lanes.

Q: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, what is the score difference?

A: The Xeon scores 5799 and the Ryzen scores 5672, giving the Xeon a 2.2% advantage.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

All six recorded head-to-head benchmarks favor the Intel Xeon D-1528. The largest single-core margin appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Xeon scores 82 against the Ryzen's 80, a 2.5% lead. The smallest margin is in Cinebench R20 multi-core, at 2.2% (2435 versus 2382).

The multi-core results show consistent Xeon advantages. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 584 versus 571, a 2.3% lead. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, 2435 versus 2382, a 2.2% lead. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, 5799 versus 5672, again 2.2%. The Xeon's 12 threads provide a structural advantage that persists across all three Cinebench versions.

Single-core results follow a similar pattern. Cinebench R15 single-core: 82 versus 80, a 2.5% lead. Cinebench R20 single-core: 343 versus 336, a 2.1% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core: 818 versus 800, a 2.3% lead. Despite the Ryzen's much higher clock speeds (3.50 GHz base, 3.70 GHz boost versus 1.90 GHz and 2.50 GHz), the Xeon's Broadwell core design delivers higher scores per clock in this benchmark suite.

The average benchmark scores in the database reinforce this picture. The Xeon averages 1677 points, while the Ryzen averages 1640. The Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-4690K (1682, delta -0.3%), the Core i7-5850HQ (1688, delta -0.6%), and the Core i7-3770K (1688, delta -0.6%). The Ryzen's nearest rivals include the AMD Opteron 6380 (1643, delta -0.2%), the Core i7-5700HQ (1645, delta -0.3%), and the Core i5-5675R (1648, delta -0.5%). Both processors sit at the 40th percentile, meaning they outperform roughly 60% of all CPUs in the database.

The consistency of the margins (all between 2.1% and 2.5%) suggests that the Xeon's advantage is uniform across both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, rather than concentrated in one area. However, the magnitude is small enough that most users would not notice the difference in everyday tasks.

Specification Differences

• Cores/Threads: Intel has 6 cores/12 threads; AMD has 4 cores/4 threads.
• Base Clock: Intel at 1900.00 MHz; AMD at 3.50 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel at 2.50 GHz; AMD at 3.70 GHz.
• Socket: Intel BGA 1667 versus AMD Socket AM4.
• Architecture/Codename: Broadwell (Broadwell-DE) versus Zen (Raven Ridge).
• Foundry: Intel versus GlobalFoundries.
• Transistors: 3,200 million versus 4,950 million.
• Die Size: 246 mm² versus 210 mm².
• L1 Cache: 64 KB per core versus 96 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: 256 KB per core versus 512 KB per core.
• L3 Cache: 1.5 MB per core versus 4 MB shared.
• Memory Support: DDR3, DDR4 versus DDR4 only.
• Memory Bandwidth: Not listed versus 46.9 GB/s.
• PCIe Lanes: Gen 3, 24 lanes versus Gen 3, 8 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: None versus Radeon Vega 8.
• Market Segment: Server/Workstation versus Desktop.
• Release Date: 2015-10-31 versus 2018-05-09.
• Launch MSRP: Intel at $320 (stated once); AMD not available.
• Part Number: SR2DL versus YD220BC5M4MFBYD220BC5FBMPK.