AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G vs Intel Xeon E-2226G Comparison

AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G and Intel Xeon E-2226G are both workstation-oriented processors, yet they approach the same tasks with fundamentally different hardware. The data shows a consistent, if narrow, edge for the Intel part across every recorded Cinebench iteration, while the AMD part counters with a stronger integrated GPU and a more modern process node. The benchmark results and architectural specifications paint a picture of two capable but distinct options.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Xeon E-2226G, but the margins are remarkably tight. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel part scores 944 against 936 for the AMD, a delta of -0.8% from the perspective of the Ryzen. The single-core R15 result is similarly close: 133 versus 132, again a -0.8% gap. These differences are within the range of run-to-run variance, indicating that neither chip holds a meaningful advantage in this older test.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The Intel Xeon E-2226G records 3934 points in multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G posts 3900, a -0.9% delta. In single-core R20, the scores are 555 and 550 respectively, also a -0.9% difference. The most recent test in the database, Cinebench R23, shows the largest absolute gap but the same relative picture: Intel wins multi-core with 9368 versus 9287, and single-core with 1322 versus 1311. Both deltas sit at -0.8% or -0.9%.

What this data indicates is that the Intel part is consistently ahead, but by a margin that rarely exceeds 1%. The average benchmark score for the Intel Xeon E-2226G is 2709, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G sits at 2774. Interestingly, the AMD part has a higher average score, driven by its Geekbench results, which are absent from the Intel's recorded benchmark list. The Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G scores 4608 in Geekbench multi-core and 1470 in single-core; the database does not list equivalent Geekbench scores for the Intel part. This explains why the AMD's average is higher, despite losing every head-to-head Cinebench test.

The percentile rankings tell a similar story. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G sits in the 51st percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Xeon E-2226G is in the 50th percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD include the Intel Core i7-5930K at an average score of 2775 (0% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE at 2767 (0.2% delta). For the Intel Xeon E-2226G, the closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U at 2713 (-0.2% delta) and the Intel Xeon D-1577 at 2715 (-0.2% delta). These figures place both chips in a very crowded performance tier where tiny variations in workload can flip the ranking.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G uses the Zen 2 architecture on the Renoir codename, built on a 7 nm process from TSMC. It packs 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The Intel Xeon E-2226G uses the older Coffee Lake architecture, specifically the Coffee Lake-S WS codename, on Intel's 14 nm process. It offers 6 cores but only 6 threads, meaning no Hyper-Threading, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Cache configurations differ significantly. Both share a 64 KB L1 per core, but the AMD has 512 KB L2 per core versus 256 KB per core on the Intel. The L3 cache is where the Intel pulls ahead: 12 MB shared versus just 4 MB shared on the AMD. This larger L3 pool helps the Intel part feed its six physical cores, compensating for its lower per-core L2 allocation. Transistor counts and die sizes are recorded differently: the AMD lists 9,800 million transistors on a 156 mm² die, while the Intel lists no transistor count but a 154 mm² die. The process node advantage for AMD is clear, allowing more transistors in a similar area.

Memory support is dual-channel DDR4 for both, but the AMD has a higher theoretical memory bandwidth at 51.2 GB/s versus 42.7 GB/s. Both support ECC memory, a key feature for workstation reliability. PCIe connectivity is identical on paper: Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ notably: the AMD features Radeon Vega 6, while the Intel uses HD Graphics P630. Neither is a gaming powerhouse, but the AMD's Vega 6 is generally considered more capable for light graphical workloads.

The production status diverges sharply. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is listed as Active, while the Intel Xeon E-2226G is End-of-life. The AMD was released on 2020-07-20, the Intel on 2019-05-28. The AMD is part of the 4000 series, the Intel part of the Xeon E-2200 series. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, and both are locked to their respective sockets: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel Socket 1151. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $255; the AMD has no recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more physical cores?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2226G has 6 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G has 4 cores. However, the AMD supports 8 threads through simultaneous multithreading, while the Intel supports only 6 threads.

Q: How do they compare in single-core performance?

A: The Intel part wins every recorded single-core Cinebench test by a small margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 1322 versus AMD's 1311, a -0.8% delta for the AMD.

Q: Is there a significant multi-core performance gap?

A: No, the gap is minimal. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, Intel scores 3934 versus AMD's 3900, a -0.9% difference. Despite having two fewer physical cores, the AMD's 8 threads keep it within striking distance.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both support ECC memory. This is a shared feature, making either suitable for error-correcting workstation builds.

Q: What is the process technology difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is built on a 7 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel Xeon E-2226G uses Intel's 14 nm process. This gives the AMD a significant transistor density advantage.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2226G has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G has only 4 MB. The Intel part also has a lower per-core L2 cache (256 KB versus 512 KB).

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the Intel Xeon E-2226G is the safer choice for pure CPU compute tasks, as it wins all six recorded head-to-head Cinebench tests. The margins are small, never exceeding -0.9% for the AMD, but they are consistent. The Intel part also offers a higher boost clock of 4.70 GHz versus 4.00 GHz, which likely contributes to its single-core edge. For workloads that rely on raw multi-core throughput, the Intel's six physical cores edge out the AMD's four cores plus eight threads, despite the AMD's higher memory bandwidth.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G, however, has strengths that are not fully captured in the Cinebench results. Its higher average benchmark score of 2774 versus 2709 comes from Geekbench tests where it scores 4608 multi-core and 1470 single-core, though the Intel has no recorded Geekbench scores for direct comparison. The AMD also has a more modern 7 nm process, a larger L2 cache per core, and a more capable integrated GPU in the Radeon Vega 6. It is also still in Active production, while the Intel is End-of-life. For a new system build, the AMD offers a longer procurement horizon.

The choice depends on the workload priority. If the task is heavily single-threaded or requires maximum boost clocks, the Intel Xeon E-2226G is the data-backed pick. If the system needs better integrated graphics, lower power consumption (65 W TDP versus 80 W), or a more modern process node, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G is justified. The performance difference in compute is negligible, so secondary features like graphics and production status will likely drive the decision.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G | Intel Xeon E-2226G |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Series | 4000 series | Xeon E-2200 series |

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 3.80 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.00 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 80 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1151 |

| Architecture | Zen 2 | Coffee Lake |

| Codename | Renoir | Coffee Lake-S WS |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 9,800 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 156 mm² | 154 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 4 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 42.7 GB/s |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | HD Graphics P630 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Server/Workstation |

| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2020-07-20 | 2019-05-28 |

| Part Number | 100-000000148100-100000148MPK | SRF7F |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $255 |