AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE vs Intel Core i5-4590S Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE scores 5052 points versus the Intel Core i5-4590S's 4338 points. That is a 14.1% advantage for the AMD part in this workload.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE leads in every single-core test listed. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 713 versus 612 for the Intel, a 14.2% gap. In Geekbench single-core, the Intel scores 1126, but no Geekbench score is reported for the AMD part in the data.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both are 4-core, 4-thread parts. The Intel Core i5-4590S and AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE each have 4 cores and 4 threads, so the performance difference comes from architecture and clock behavior rather than core count.

Q: Which chip has a lower thermal design power?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core i5-4590S is rated at 65 watts. The AMD part draws less power under its rated thermal envelope.

Q: What memory types do these CPUs support?

A: The Intel Core i5-4590S supports DDR3 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE supports DDR4. The AMD chip also has a rated memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s, whereas the Intel part has no bandwidth figure listed.

Q: Are there any benchmark wins for the Intel chip?

A: No. In the head-to-head benchmark comparison, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE wins all 6 tests. The Intel Core i5-4590S records 0 wins in this dataset.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE outperforms the Intel Core i5-4590S in every benchmark listed. Across all Cinebench tests — R15, R20, and R23, both multi-core and single-core — the AMD part holds a consistent lead of roughly 14%. For workloads that rely on CPU rendering or similar multi-threaded tasks, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE is the clear pick.

However, the Intel part is not without context. Both chips sit at the same 38th percentile among all CPUs in the database, and their average benchmark scores are close: 1493 for the Intel versus 1461 for the AMD. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-7500T (0.7% ahead) and the AMD Opteron 6344 (0.1% ahead), while the AMD part trades blows with the Intel Core i3-7350K (0.1% ahead) and the Intel Core i7-4710HQ (0.8% ahead). In aggregate, these are comparable parts.

The deciding factors come down to platform and power. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE offers a 35-watt TDP versus Intel's 65 watts, making it the better choice for compact or thermally constrained builds. It also supports DDR4 memory and ECC memory, which the Intel chip does not. The Intel side brings a larger L3 cache (6 MB shared versus 4 MB shared) and a smaller die size (177 mm² versus 210 mm²), but those advantages do not translate into benchmark wins.

For a system where raw compute performance per benchmark is the priority, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE is the recommended pick. For legacy platform compatibility with DDR3 and Socket 1150, the Intel Core i5-4590S remains a functional option, but the data shows it is slower in every measured test.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE sweeps the head-to-head comparison with six wins out of six tests. The margins are remarkably consistent, which points to a systematic architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD part scores 509 versus 437 for the Intel chip, a 14.1% lead. The single-core R15 test shows the same delta: 71 versus 61, also 14.1%. This pattern repeats in Cinebench R20, where the AMD part scores 2121 multi-core and 299 single-core, against Intel's 1821 and 257 respectively — again a 14.1% and 14.0% gap.

The trend continues into Cinebench R23. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE manages 5052 multi-core points, while the Intel Core i5-4590S trails at 4338. That is a 14.1% difference. In single-core R23, the AMD part scores 713 versus 612, a 14.2% advantage. Across the board, the AMD chip delivers roughly 14% more performance in every Cinebench test.

It is importantly the Intel chip has Geekbench scores listed — 3289 multi-core and 1126 single-core — but the AMD part has no Geekbench scores in the dataset. So while the Cinebench sweep is complete, the Geekbench comparison cannot be made.

The average benchmark scores tell a slightly different story. The Intel Core i5-4590S has an average score of 1493, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE sits at 1461. This puts the Intel part marginally ahead in aggregate, despite losing every head-to-head test. The explanation lies in the rival sets: the Intel chip's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-7500T (1483, 0.7% below) and the Intel Core i7-3770S (1498, 0.4% above), while the AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-7350K (1462, 0.1% above) and the Intel Xeon E3-1225 v5 (1465, 0.3% above). In the broader database context, these chips are near-peers.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every platform-level specification. The Intel Core i5-4590S uses the Intel Socket 1150, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses AMD Socket AM4. The Intel chip is built on a 22 nm process by Intel, whereas the AMD part uses a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries.

Memory support is a major differentiator. The Intel chip supports DDR3 memory, while the AMD part supports DDR4 with a rated bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory; the Intel chip does not. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

The transistor counts and die sizes are notably different. The Intel chip packs 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The AMD chip contains 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The AMD part is larger and denser, reflecting its newer process and integrated graphics.

Cache configurations also differ. The Intel Core i5-4590S has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE has 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, but only 4 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has more L3 cache overall, but the AMD chip has more L1 and L2 per core.

Base clocks differ: the Intel chip runs at 2.90 GHz base, while the AMD chip starts at 3.20 GHz. Both boost to 3.60 GHz. The AMD chip has a 35-watt TDP versus 65 watts for Intel. The integrated graphics are different too: Intel HD 4600 on the Intel side, Radeon Vega 8 on the AMD side.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two chips is substantial. The Intel Core i5-4590S is based on the Haswell architecture, released in April 2014. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses the Zen architecture (codename Raven Ridge), released in May 2018. That is a four-year separation in design philosophy.

The AMD part's Zen architecture is built on a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries, while Intel's Haswell uses a 22 nm process from Intel. The newer process node allows the AMD chip to pack more transistors — 4,950 million versus 1,400 million — on a larger 210 mm² die. Despite the higher transistor count, the AMD chip runs at a lower TDP of 35 watts, indicating significant efficiency gains from the newer architecture and process.

Clock behavior is another point of differentiation. Both chips boost to 3.60 GHz, but the AMD part has a higher base clock at 3.20 GHz versus 2.90 GHz for Intel. This higher base clock, combined with the Zen architecture's instruction-level efficiency, likely contributes to the AMD part's consistent benchmark lead.

The cache hierarchy differs in design. The Intel chip uses 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, with a shared 6 MB L3. The AMD chip uses larger 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, but a smaller 4 MB shared L3. This suggests the AMD architecture relies more on per-core cache, while Intel allocates more to the shared pool.

The integrated graphics are also architecturally distinct. Intel pairs the Haswell CPU with HD 4600 graphics, while AMD integrates Radeon Vega 8 graphics into the Raven Ridge die. The AMD part's memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s over DDR4 likely benefits both CPU and GPU workloads, whereas the Intel chip's DDR3 support lacks a listed bandwidth figure. The AMD chip also brings PCIe Gen 3 with 8 CPU lanes, while the Intel chip lists PCIe Gen 3 without lane specifics. Both are desktop parts and neither has an unlocked multiplier.