AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE vs Intel Xeon E-2144G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE wins every single head-to-head comparison against the Intel Xeon E-2144G. Across six Cinebench tests, the AMD processor posts a consistent advantage of roughly 13.4% to 13.7%. There are no tests in the recorded data where the Intel Xeon E-2144G comes out ahead.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE scores 904 against Intel's 797, a 13.4% lead. The single-core R15 result is even more telling: 127 versus 112, also a 13.4% delta. Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD part scores 3769 in multi-core versus 3322 for the Xeon, a 13.5% gap, and 532 versus 468 in single-core, a 13.7% margin. The R23 results mirror this pattern: the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE reaches 8975 multi-core and 1267 single-core, while the Xeon E-2144G manages 7910 and 1116 respectively, again a 13.5% difference in both.

All six head-to-head wins belong to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE. The consistency of the delta, hovering near 13.5% across every workload, suggests a fundamental architectural efficiency advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk. The Intel part's higher boost clock of 4.50 GHz does not translate into a victory in any measured test, despite the AMD part boosting to only 4.00 GHz.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE has an average benchmark score of 2596, while the Intel Xeon E-2144G averages 2514. The AMD part also sits slightly above its nearest rival, the Intel Core i7-8850H (2604), by a margin of 0.3%, while the Xeon E-2144G trails its closest competitor, the Intel Xeon E-2244G (2527), by 0.5%.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in terms of power consumption?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Xeon E-2144G has a TDP of 71 watts. The AMD part is rated at roughly half the thermal design power of the Intel chip.

Q: Are both processors capable of error-correcting memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE and the Intel Xeon E-2144G support ECC memory. This is a shared feature that matters for workstation and server reliability scenarios.

Q: What is the production status of each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is listed as Active, meaning it is still in production. The Intel Xeon E-2144G is listed as End-of-life.

Q: Which CPU has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2144G has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE has 4 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel holds a 2x advantage in this specific cache level.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE supports dual-channel DDR4 memory with a theoretical bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Xeon E-2144G also supports dual-channel DDR4, but its theoretical bandwidth is 42.7 GB/s. The AMD part offers roughly 20% more memory bandwidth.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is built on Zen 2 architecture with the Renoir codename, manufactured on a 7 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Xeon E-2144G uses Coffee Lake architecture with the Coffee Lake-S WS codename, fabricated on Intel's 14 nm process.

The process node difference is stark: 7 nm versus 14 nm. This helps explain why the AMD part achieves its benchmark lead while operating at a much lower TDP of 35 watts versus Intel's 71 watts. The AMD chip packs 9,800 million transistors into a 156 mm² die, while the Intel chip has a die size of 126 mm² with no transistor count listed in the database.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core. However, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE has 512 KB of L2 cache per core, while the Intel Xeon E-2144G has only 256 KB per core. In L3 cache, the situation reverses: Intel provides 8 MB shared, AMD provides 4 MB shared. The AMD part's larger L2 cache per core likely contributes to its consistent performance edge in the recorded benchmarks.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD part features Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Intel Xeon E-2144G includes HD Graphics P630. Both CPUs support PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, and both support dual-channel DDR4 memory with ECC capability. The AMD part uses the AM4 socket, while Intel uses Socket 1151.

The production statuses diverge: AMD lists the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE as Active, with a release date of November 10, 2022. Intel lists the Xeon E-2144G as End-of-life, with a release date of July 11, 2018. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two CPUs differ, based on the recorded data.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE | Intel Xeon E-2144G |

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

| Base clock | 3.50 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.00 GHz | 4.50 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 71 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 listed) |

| Die size | 156 mm² | 126 mm² |

| L2 cache per core | 512 KB | 256 KB |

| L3 cache (shared) | 4 MB | 8 MB |

| 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 | 2022-11-10 | 2018-07-11 |

| Launch MSRP | (none) | $272 |

| Part number | 100-000001061 | SR3WM |

Both CPUs have 4 cores, 8 threads, dual-channel DDR4 memory support, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, and locked multipliers. Their L1 cache per core is identical at 64 KB. Both are listed at the 49th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE wins in every measured benchmark category. It leads in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, both multi-core and single-core. The margin is consistent at roughly 13.5% across all six tests. This means the AMD part is the clear choice for rendering workloads, CPU-bound productivity tasks, and any application that relies on single-threaded responsiveness, since its single-core advantage matches its multi-core lead.

The Intel Xeon E-2144G has no benchmark wins in the recorded data. However, it does hold advantages in certain specification categories. It has a higher base clock (3.60 GHz versus 3.50 GHz) and a higher boost clock (4.50 GHz versus 4.00 GHz). It also has double the L3 cache (8 MB versus 4 MB). These specs do not translate into measured performance wins, but they may matter for specific workloads not captured in the Cinebench suite, particularly those sensitive to larger shared caches.

The Intel part also targets the server/workstation market segment, while the AMD part is classified as a desktop processor. For buyers prioritizing a currently produced chip with lower power draw, the AMD part is the only option, as Intel's Xeon E-2144G is end-of-life.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear conclusion: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is the superior performer in every recorded benchmark. It beats the Intel Xeon E-2144G by 13.4% to 13.7% across six Cinebench tests, achieves a higher average benchmark score (2596 versus 2514), and does so while consuming a fraction of the power (35 W TDP versus 71 W TDP). It is also an active, current product, whereas the Intel chip is end-of-life.

The Intel Xeon E-2144G retains some specification-level advantages: a higher boost clock, double the L3 cache, and a smaller die size. It also has a listed launch MSRP of $272, which is the only pricing data available. But in terms of raw benchmark results, the AMD chip wins outright.

For users who prioritize rendering and single-thread performance, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is the unambiguous choice. For those who need a server/workstation-class chip with ECC memory and a larger shared L3 cache, the Intel Xeon E-2144G may still have niche appeal, but its performance deficit and end-of-life status make it hard to recommend over the AMD alternative. The recorded data supports AMD's victory across every measured workload.