AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G vs Intel Xeon D-1567 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G and Intel Xeon D-1567 land in the same performance tier, with average benchmark scores of 2774 and 2770 respectively, but the Intel chip wins every single head-to-head test. The Xeon D-1567 takes all six benchmark comparisons, though its margins are consistently narrow, ranging from 2.9% to 3% depending on the workload. Both processors sit at the 51st percentile among all CPUs, indicating they are firmly mid-pack performers. The data reveals a close contest where the Intel part's higher core count and thread count give it a slight edge in both single-threaded and multi-threaded Cinebench tests, despite the AMD chip's much higher clock speeds and newer manufacturing process.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Xeon D-1567 wins every benchmark comparison, but the margins are remarkably tight. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 965 against the Ryzen's 936, a 3% advantage. The single-core R15 result shows the same pattern: 136 for Intel versus 132 for AMD, a 2.9% lead. Moving to Cinebench R20, the Xeon posts 4022 multi-core and 567 single-core, while the Ryzen manages 3900 and 550 respectively — again a 3% gap in both tests. The most recent Cinebench R23 results continue the trend, with the Xeon scoring 9578 multi-core and 1352 single-core, versus 9287 and 1311 for the AMD part. That is another 3% lead in both metrics.

The consistency of these deltas is noteworthy. Across all six benchmarks, the Intel Xeon D-1567 never leads by more than 3% nor less than 2.9%. This uniformity suggests the performance difference is structural rather than workload-specific. The Xeon's 12 cores and 24 threads simply provide more raw throughput capacity, even though each individual core runs at a significantly lower clock speed — 2.10 GHz base and 2.70 GHz boost compared to the Ryzen's 3.80 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost. The Ryzen's higher clocks help it stay close, but they cannot fully compensate for the Xeon's 3x core count advantage in multi-threaded tests.

Interestingly, the single-core results also favor Intel, despite the Ryzen's 1.3 GHz higher boost clock. The Xeon's 136 in R15 single-core versus 132 for the Ryzen, and 567 versus 550 in R20, indicates that the older Broadwell architecture still delivers competitive per-core performance. The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G's nearest rival list shows it roughly tied with the Intel Core i7-5930K (2775 average score, 0% delta) and the Xeon D-1567 (2770, 0.1% delta), confirming these two CPUs are effectively peers in overall performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses the Zen 2 architecture on a 7 nm process node from TSMC, packing 9,800 million transistors into a 156 mm² die. The Intel Xeon D-1567 uses the older Broadwell architecture on Intel's 14 nm process, containing just 3,200 million transistors across a larger 246 mm² die. This means the AMD chip packs more than three times as many transistors into a substantially smaller area, reflecting the generational gap in manufacturing technology.

Core configurations diverge sharply. The Ryzen offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Xeon provides 12 cores and 24 threads — triple the core count and triple the thread count. Cache layouts differ as well. The Ryzen allocates 512 KB of L2 cache per core and has a 4 MB shared L3 cache. The Xeon uses 256 KB of L2 per core but provides 1.5 MB of L3 per core, giving it a much larger total L3 footprint across all 12 cores. Both feature 64 KB of L1 cache per core.

Memory support is another differentiator. The Ryzen supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel configuration with a specified bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4 in dual-channel mode, though no bandwidth figure is provided in the data. Both processors support ECC memory, making them suitable for reliability-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen includes integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Xeon has no integrated graphics at all, requiring a discrete GPU. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Ryzen provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Xeon offers Gen 3 with 24 lanes.

The platforms themselves are incompatible. The Ryzen uses AMD Socket AM4, a mainstream desktop socket, while the Xeon uses Intel BGA 1667, a soldered server/workstation package. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a supported feature. The Ryzen was released in July 2020 as part of the 4000 series, while the Xeon launched in February 2016, making the AMD part roughly four years newer in release timing.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Xeon D-1567 outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G in every tested workload. All six Cinebench comparisons — R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multi-core configurations — go to the Intel chip with margins of approximately 3%. The average benchmark scores confirm this, with the Xeon at 2770 and the Ryzen at 2774, a difference of only 0.1% that falls within the margin of error. In practical terms, these are evenly matched processors.

However, the context matters more than the raw scores. The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is a desktop processor with integrated graphics, making it a complete package for a mainstream desktop build. The Xeon D-1567 is a server/workstation processor on a BGA socket, requiring a specific motherboard and a discrete GPU. The Ryzen's 7 nm process and 9,800 million transistors indicate a more modern design, while the Xeon's 14 nm process and 3,200 million transistors reflect its older Broadwell lineage.

For users who need the absolute best performance in Cinebench workloads, the Xeon D-1567 is the correct choice — it wins every test. But the margin is small enough that real-world differences will be minimal in most applications. The Ryzen's integrated graphics and lower transistor count on a smaller die suggest better power efficiency per unit of performance, though the TDP for both is identical at 65 watts. The Xeon's 12 cores and 24 threads provide more headroom for heavily threaded server workloads, while the Ryzen's higher clock speeds and newer architecture make it a more balanced desktop option.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core Cinebench tests?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1567 wins all three multi-core Cinebench tests. It scores 965 in R15, 4022 in R20, and 9578 in R23, compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G's 936, 3900, and 9287 respectively. The margin is 3% in each case.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G features Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon D-1567 has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for any display output.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Xeon D-1567 has 12 cores and 24 threads, giving it triple the core count and triple the thread count.

Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses a 7 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel Xeon D-1567 uses a 14 nm process from Intel. The AMD chip's node is significantly smaller, allowing it to pack 9,800 million transistors into a 156 mm² die versus 3,200 million transistors in a 246 mm² die for Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G and the Intel Xeon D-1567 support ECC memory. The Ryzen supports DDR4 in dual-channel configuration, while the Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4 in dual-channel mode.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G has an average benchmark score of 2774, while the Intel Xeon D-1567 scores 2770. The difference is 0.1%, with the AMD chip holding a negligible edge in this aggregate metric.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon D-1567 wins in every single benchmark comparison available in the data. It takes all six Cinebench tests — R15 multi-core, R15 single-core, R20 multi-core, R20 single-core, R23 multi-core, and R23 single-core — with margins between 2.9% and 3%. If the priority is maximum Cinebench performance, the Xeon is the only choice. Its 12 cores and 24 threads also make it more suitable for heavily threaded server workloads, virtualization, and other parallel processing tasks where core count directly translates to throughput.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G, despite losing every head-to-head benchmark, has clear advantages in specific contexts. Its integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics eliminate the need for a separate GPU in basic desktop configurations. The 7 nm process node and 9,800 million transistors indicate a more modern, potentially more power-efficient design. Its higher clock speeds — 3.80 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost versus the Xeon's 2.10 GHz and 2.70 GHz — make it better suited for lightly threaded desktop applications where single-core responsiveness matters more than raw core count.

The Ryzen also uses the mainstream AMD Socket AM4, which offers a broader range of motherboard options compared to the Xeon's BGA 1667 soldered package. The Ryzen's dual-channel DDR4 support with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth is better documented, while the Xeon's memory bandwidth is not specified in the data. For users building a desktop system with integrated graphics, the Ryzen is the practical choice despite its benchmark deficit. The Xeon's 24 PCIe Gen 3 lanes versus the Ryzen's 16 lanes gives the Intel part more expansion capacity, though this only matters in server or workstation configurations.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Intel Xeon D-1567 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 12 |

| Threads | 8 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Process Node | 7 nm (TSMC) | 14 nm (Intel) |

| Transistors | 9,800 million | 3,200 million |

| Die Size | 156 mm² | 246 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 1.5 MB (per core) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR3, DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | Not specified |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes | Gen 3, 24 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | None |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1667 |

| Architecture | Zen 2 (Renoir) | Broadwell |

| Release Date | 2020-07-20 | 2016-02-23 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Server/Workstation |

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category. The AMD part has fewer cores but much higher clock speeds, a smaller and denser process node, integrated graphics, and a mainstream desktop socket. The Intel part offers triple the core count, more PCIe lanes, a larger L3 cache per core, and support for both DDR3 and DDR4 memory. Both have a 65 watt TDP and support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Ryzen's newer release date and advanced 7 nm process contrast with the Xeon's older 14 nm Broadwell design, yet the Xeon still manages to edge out the Ryzen in every benchmark comparison.