AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE vs Intel Core i7-3770S Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark database shows a clear, consistent winner across every recorded workload. The Intel Core i7-3770S outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE in all six head-to-head comparisons, with deltas ranging from 3.9% to 4.2%. The data does not show a single test where the AMD part takes the lead.

For users prioritizing raw compute throughput in Cinebench workloads, the Intel i7-3770S is the better choice. Its advantage is uniform across single-core and multi-core tests, which suggests a general performance lead rather than a workload-specific edge. The i7-3770S also posts a higher average benchmark score (1498 versus 1461) and carries a higher single-core Geekbench score (655 versus the AMD part's absence from that test in this dataset).

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE, however, is not without merit. It draws considerably less power at 35W TDP versus the Intel's 65W TDP. It also supports DDR4 memory with a recorded bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s, whereas the Intel part is limited to DDR3. The AMD chip includes ECC memory support, a feature the Intel lacks. Its integrated graphics, Radeon Vega 8, is a more modern solution than the Intel HD 4000, though the database does not include graphics benchmarks to quantify this difference.

The verdict from the data: the Intel Core i7-3770S wins on measured compute performance across the board. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE wins on platform modernity, power efficiency, memory bandwidth, and ECC capability. The choice depends on whether the user needs maximum Cinebench throughput or a lower-power, DDR4-based system with ECC support.

Where Each One Wins

Intel Core i7-3770S wins on every recorded benchmark. The database shows six head-to-head wins for the Intel part, zero for the AMD part. The largest margin comes in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Intel leads by 4.2% (74 versus 71). The smallest margin, 3.9%, appears in three tests: Cinebench R15 multi-core, Cinebench R23 multi-core, and Cinebench R23 single-core. The remaining two tests, Cinebench R20 multi-core and single-core, both show a 4% lead for Intel.

AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE wins on efficiency and platform features. While it loses every compute benchmark, the recorded specifications show a 35W TDP, which is 30 watts lower than the Intel's 65W. It also supports DDR4 with a 46.9 GB/s memory bandwidth, versus DDR3 on the Intel side. ECC memory support is present on the AMD, absent on the Intel. The AMD part's production status is listed as "Active," while the Intel's is not specified, suggesting the AMD remains a current product.

The use-case split is clear. For Cinebench rendering workloads, the Intel i7-3770S is the superior choice. For a compact, low-power system with modern memory support and ECC, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE holds the advantage, though at a measurable performance cost in the tested benchmarks.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i7-3770S scores 5251, which is 3.9% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE's 5052.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the database lists ECC memory support as true for the AMD part. The Intel Core i7-3770S has ECC support listed as false.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE has a 35W TDP, while the Intel Core i7-3770S has a 65W TDP. The AMD part consumes 30 watts less.

Q: Which CPU has more threads?

A: The Intel Core i7-3770S has 8 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE has 4 threads. Both have 4 cores.

Q: What memory types do these CPUs support?

A: The Intel Core i7-3770S supports DDR3, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE supports DDR4 with a recorded bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s.

Q: Are there any benchmark tests where the AMD CPU wins?

A: No. The database records six head-to-head tests, and the Intel Core i7-3770S wins all six. The AMD part has zero wins.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-3770S | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE |

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

| Base Clock | 3.10 GHz | 3.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.90 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1155 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Ivy Bridge | Zen |

| Codename | Ivy Bridge | Raven Ridge |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 4,950 million |

| Die Size | 160 mm² | 210 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) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR3 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not listed | 46.9 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | False | True |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 4000 | Radeon Vega 8 |

| Production Status | Not listed | Active |

| Release Date | 2012-04-28 | 2018-05-09 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | False | False |

The AMD part uses a newer 14 nm process versus Intel's 22 nm, and it packs nearly 3.6 billion more transistors. The AMD die is also larger at 210 mm² versus 160 mm². The Intel part has double the L3 cache (8 MB versus 4 MB), but the AMD has larger L1 and L2 caches per core. The Intel supports more PCIe lanes (16 versus 8).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records six direct comparisons. Every single one favors the Intel Core i7-3770S.

Cinebench R15: The Intel scores 529 in multi-core, a 3.9% lead over AMD's 509. In single-core, the Intel scores 74, a 4.2% lead over AMD's 71. This is the largest margin in any recorded test.

Cinebench R20: The Intel leads 2205 to 2121 in multi-core, a 4% delta. In single-core, the Intel scores 311 versus 299, also a 4% delta.

Cinebench R23: The Intel leads 5251 to 5052 in multi-core, a 3.9% delta. In single-core, the Intel scores 741 versus 713, again a 3.9% delta.

Additional Geekbench data: The database also lists Geekbench scores for the Intel part only. The Intel scores 2220 in multi-core and 655 in single-core. No Geekbench scores are recorded for the AMD part, so no direct comparison is possible on that test.

Interpreting the margins: A consistent 3.9% to 4.2% lead across all six tests indicates a systematic advantage, not a workload-specific quirk. The Intel's 8-thread count versus AMD's 4 threads likely explains part of the multi-core gap, but the single-core lead (4.2% in R15, 4% in R20, 3.9% in R23) shows that Intel's architecture also holds an edge in single-threaded execution despite the AMD part having a higher base clock (3.20 GHz versus 3.10 GHz).

What the data does not show: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE has a lower TDP and modern platform features, but those are not reflected in the Cinebench scores. The performance deficit is real and measurable, but it comes with a 30-watt power savings.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different eras and design philosophies. The Intel Core i7-3770S uses Intel's Ivy Bridge architecture, built on a 22 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses Zen architecture with the Raven Ridge codename, built on a 14 nm process at GlobalFoundries.

Core and thread configuration: Both have 4 physical cores, but the Intel supports Hyper-Threading, bringing the thread count to 8. The AMD part has 4 threads, no SMT. This thread advantage likely contributes to the Intel's multi-core wins, though the single-core wins show the Intel is not merely relying on extra threads.

Cache hierarchy: The Intel packs a larger L3 cache at 8 MB shared, while the AMD has 4 MB shared. However, the AMD has larger per-core L1 (96 KB versus 64 KB) and L2 (512 KB versus 256 KB) caches. The bigger L3 on the Intel may help in workloads with shared data, while the AMD's larger per-core caches may benefit single-threaded access patterns, though the benchmark data does not isolate this effect.

Memory subsystem: The Intel supports DDR3, while the AMD supports DDR4 with a specified 46.9 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD also supports ECC memory. These differences matter for platform choice, but the Cinebench scores suggest the memory bandwidth advantage does not translate into a compute win for the AMD part.

PCIe and graphics: The Intel offers 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, while the AMD offers 8. The Intel's integrated graphics is Intel HD 4000, while the AMD uses Radeon Vega 8. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so no performance comparison is possible.

Transistor and die details: The AMD part has 4,950 million transistors on a 210 mm² die, while the Intel has 1,400 million on a 160 mm² die. The AMD's higher transistor count reflects its integrated Vega graphics and newer process. The Intel's smaller die and older process result in a simpler design.

Release timeline: The Intel launched on 2012-04-28, the AMD on 2018-05-09, a gap of roughly six years. The AMD part remains in active production, while the Intel's production status is not listed. This suggests the AMD is the more current product, despite losing all recorded benchmarks.