AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE vs Intel Core i5-7500T Comparison

The Intel Core i5-7500T and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE are two 35-watt desktop processors separated by roughly a year and a half of release timing. The data presents a one-sided contest: across all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE emerges as the winner, with no benchmark victories for the Intel part. However, both processors share the same 38th percentile ranking among all CPUs, and their average benchmark scores are remarkably close (1483 for Intel vs. 1461 for AMD), which suggests that the consistent AMD advantage in these specific tests does not translate into a fundamentally different performance class.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are unambiguous in favor of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE, with the Intel Core i5-7500T trailing by nearly identical margins across every test. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD scores 509 against Intel’s 448, a 12% deficit for the Intel chip. The single-core version of the same test shows AMD at 71 versus Intel at 63, representing an 11.3% gap. Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern repeats: AMD’s multicore score of 2121 beats Intel’s 1870 by 11.8%, while the single-core result of 299 versus 263 yields a 12% difference. Cinebench R23 continues the trend with AMD’s 5052 multicore score outpacing Intel’s 4454 by 11.8%, and the single-core result of 713 versus 628 showing an 11.9% advantage.

The consistency of these margins is striking. Every deltaPct falls between -11.3% and -12%, indicating that the AMD processor holds a stable performance lead regardless of the Cinebench version or whether the workload is single-threaded or multi-threaded. This uniformity suggests the advantage stems from a fundamental architectural or clock-speed edge rather than a workload-specific quirk. The Intel part’s best showing comes in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the 11.3% gap is the narrowest, while the widest margins of 12% appear in R15 multicore and R20 single-core. Despite these losses, the Intel i5-7500T’s average benchmark score of 1483 actually exceeds the AMD’s 1461, which is curious given the AMD’s sweep in head-to-head tests. This discrepancy can be explained by the fact that the Intel part also has Geekbench scores (3062 multicore, 1078 single-core) included in its average, while the AMD’s average is based solely on its six Cinebench results.

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE in multi-core workloads?

A: The AMD processor is 12% faster in Cinebench R15 multicore (509 vs. 448), 11.8% faster in R20 multicore (2121 vs. 1870), and 11.8% faster in R23 multicore (5052 vs. 4454).

Q: Is the single-core performance gap as large as the multi-core gap?

A: Yes, the single-core deltas are nearly identical to multi-core deltas. The AMD leads by 11.3% in R15 single-core (71 vs. 63), 12% in R20 single-core (299 vs. 263), and 11.9% in R23 single-core (713 vs. 628).

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-7500T has a higher average benchmark score of 1483, compared to the AMD’s 1461. This is notable because the AMD wins every individual head-to-head test, but the Intel’s average includes Geekbench scores that the AMD does not have in this dataset.

Q: Do both processors rank equally among all CPUs?

A: Yes, both are at the 38th percentile versus all CPUs, indicating they occupy a similar overall performance tier despite the AMD’s consistent wins in the Cinebench suite.

Q: What is the difference in their nearest rival relationships?

A: The Intel’s closest rival is the Intel Core i5-5575R with an average score of 1478 (0.4% delta), while the AMD’s closest is the Intel Core i3-7350K at 1462 (-0.1% delta). Both share the Intel Core i7-4710HQ as a rival, though with opposite deltas (0.7% for Intel, -0.8% for AMD).

Q: Are there any benchmarks where the Intel wins?

A: No. In the six head-to-head benchmarks provided, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE wins all of them, with the Intel securing zero wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i5-7500T is built on the Kaby Lake architecture, a refinement of Intel’s 14 nm process node, manufactured by Intel’s own foundry. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses the Zen architecture under the Raven Ridge codename, also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by GlobalFoundries. This makes the process nodes identical in size, but the underlying chip designs diverge significantly. AMD’s Raven Ridge is an accelerated processing unit (APU) that integrates its Vega graphics, whereas the Intel Kaby Lake die is a more traditional CPU with HD 630 graphics.

The transistor counts and die sizes tell a story of different integration strategies. The AMD chip packs 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die, while the Intel’s transistor count and die size are not listed in the data. This suggests AMD’s design is more complex, likely due to the more powerful integrated graphics and the Zen core complex. The cache hierarchies also differ: Intel allocates 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, with a shared 6 MB L3 cache. AMD gives each core 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2, but the shared L3 is smaller at 4 MB. The AMD’s larger per-core caches could contribute to its performance edge, while the Intel’s larger shared L3 might benefit certain multi-threaded workloads.

Memory support presents another architectural divergence. Both support DDR4 in dual-channel mode, but AMD’s memory bandwidth is rated at 46.9 GB/s versus Intel’s 38.4 GB/s. This 22% bandwidth advantage for AMD could be a factor in its benchmark wins. Crucially, AMD supports ECC memory while Intel does not, which positions the Ryzen PRO part for workstation or server-adjacent use cases. PCIe connectivity also differs: Intel provides 16 lanes (Gen 3) from the CPU, while AMD offers only 8 lanes (Gen 3). This means the Intel platform can support more direct GPU bandwidth, though the AMD’s integrated Vega 8 graphics might compensate for users not needing a discrete GPU.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-7500T | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |

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

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.30 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Kaby Lake | Zen (Raven Ridge) |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | Not listed | 4,950 million |

| Die Size | Not listed | 210 mm² |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | 46.9 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | HD 630 | Radeon Vega 8 |

| Release Date | 2017-01-02 | 2018-05-09 |

| Part Number | SR337 | YD220BC6M4MFBYD220BC6FBMPK |

The clock speed differences are clear: AMD runs at 3.20 GHz base and 3.60 GHz boost, both higher than Intel’s 2.70 GHz base and 3.30 GHz boost. This 0.5 GHz base clock gap and 0.3 GHz boost gap likely explain much of the performance delta. Both have 4 cores and 4 threads, so the thread count is identical, and both have a 35 W TDP, keeping them in the same power envelope. The AMD’s larger L1 and L2 caches per core may provide a latency advantage, while the Intel’s larger L3 could help with shared data. The socket difference means they are not platform-compatible, and the release date shows Intel came first by over a year.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE for anyone prioritizing raw Cinebench performance, as it wins all six head-to-head tests with margins of 11.3% to 12%. The consistent double-digit lead across single-core and multi-core workloads indicates that the AMD’s higher base and boost clocks translate directly into real-world compute advantages. However, the Intel Core i5-7500T is not without merit. Its higher average benchmark score of 1483 versus 1461 suggests that when including Geekbench results, the Intel part may be more competitive in other workloads not covered by the head-to-head data. The Intel also offers double the PCIe lanes (16 vs. 8), which could matter for systems with multiple expansion cards or high-bandwidth storage.

The choice between these two hinges on the workload. For pure CPU rendering and multi-threaded tasks as measured by Cinebench, the AMD is the superior choice. For applications that might benefit from Intel’s larger 6 MB L3 cache or its 16 PCIe lanes, the Intel could still be relevant, though the benchmark data does not provide direct evidence for such advantages. The AMD’s ECC memory support and higher memory bandwidth make it a stronger candidate for reliability-focused builds, while the Intel’s earlier release date and smaller transistor count (not listed) suggest it may be a simpler, more mature design. The fact that both sit at the 38th percentile means neither is a performance outlier; they are both mainstream parts, but the AMD does everything in this test suite better.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE wins in every category measured by the head-to-head benchmarks. Its 12% multicore advantage in Cinebench R15 makes it the pick for older rendering workloads, and the 11.8% leads in R20 and R23 multicore extend that recommendation to modern rendering tasks. Single-core performance, often critical for legacy applications or lightly-threaded games, also favors the AMD by roughly 12%. The AMD’s higher memory bandwidth (46.9 GB/s vs. 38.4 GB/s) and ECC support mean it wins in scenarios involving large data sets or memory integrity requirements. Its integrated Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while not benchmarked here, are likely superior to Intel’s HD 630 for basic visual tasks, though this is not quantified in the data.

The Intel Core i5-7500T wins only in areas not covered by the head-to-head tests. Its average benchmark score is higher, suggesting that if Geekbench performance is representative of other workloads, the Intel could win in general-purpose computing tasks outside the Cinebench suite. The Intel’s 16 PCIe lanes provide more direct CPU-attached bandwidth for a discrete GPU or NVMe drives, making it the better choice for systems that rely heavily on expansion. Its larger 6 MB L3 cache could theoretically improve performance in cache-sensitive applications, though no benchmark in this dataset confirms this. The Intel also has a longer track record, having been released earlier, which might mean more mature software optimizations. However, from the data provided, the AMD is the clear winner in every measured performance test, making it the default recommendation for users who care about the benchmarks that matter most.