AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE vs Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a consistent, if narrow, victory for the Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 across every single benchmark in the comparison suite. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE does not win a single test, but the margins are remarkably small given the architectural gulf between these two processors.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Xeon scores 928 against the Ryzen's 904, a 2.7% advantage. The single-core R15 result is slightly wider in percentage terms, with the Intel part posting 131 versus 127, a 3.1% lead. Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern repeats with the Xeon taking multicore at 3869 against 3769, again a 2.7% gap, and single-core at 546 versus 532, a 2.6% edge. The Cinebench R23 results are nearly identical in proportional terms: the Xeon leads 9212 to 8975 in multicore (2.6%) and 1300 to 1267 in single-core (2.6%).

What stands out is the stability of the delta across workloads. Whether the test is single-threaded or fully threaded, the Xeon holds a lead of roughly 2.6% to 3.1%. The average benchmark score for the Xeon is 2664, while the Ryzen sits at 2596, a difference of about 2.6% overall. The Ryzen's percentile ranking among all CPUs is 49, just one point behind the Xeon's 50th percentile, confirming that these two parts land in essentially the same performance tier despite their very different designs.

The Xeon's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-9750HF at an average score of 2662 (a 0.1% delta), the Intel Core i7-9700T at 2668 (a -0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i5-9500F at 2670 (a -0.2% delta). The Ryzen's closest competitors include the Intel Core i7-8850H at 2604 (a -0.3% delta), the Intel Xeon E-2174G at 2588 (a 0.3% delta), and the Intel Xeon E5-4620 v3 at 2587 (a 0.3% delta). These rival clusters reinforce the conclusion that both processors occupy the same broad performance neighborhood, with the Xeon holding a slight but consistent edge.

The most striking interpretation of this data is that a 12-core, 24-thread server processor from 2015 and a 4-core, 8-thread desktop processor from 2022 produce nearly identical render scores. The Xeon's advantage is real but small, and in practical terms, users would struggle to notice the difference outside of synthetic benchmarks.

Architecture Differences

The architectural contrast between these two chips could hardly be more pronounced. The Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 is built on Intel's 22 nm Haswell-EP process, a node that dates back to the early 2010s. It packs 2,600 million transistors onto a 356 mm² die. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE, by contrast, uses TSMC's 7 nm process with a staggering 9,800 million transistors crammed into just 156 mm². That means the Ryzen carries nearly four times as many transistors on less than half the silicon area.

The core configurations tell the rest of the story. The Xeon offers 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Ryzen offers just 4 cores and 8 threads. The Xeon compensates for its older architecture with raw core count, while the Ryzen relies on the efficiency and instruction-level performance of the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The Xeon's base clock is 2.10 GHz with a boost of 2.80 GHz. The Ryzen runs at 3.50 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost, giving it a substantial clock-speed advantage that helps close the gap created by the Xeon's extra cores.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. Both share the same 64 KB L1 per core, but the Xeon carries 256 KB of L2 per core versus the Ryzen's 512 KB per core. The shared L3 cache is where the gap reverses dramatically: the Xeon has 30 MB shared L3, while the Ryzen has just 4 MB. This reflects the server-oriented design of the Haswell-EP part, which needed a large pool of cache to feed 12 cores, versus the Ryzen's compact desktop design.

Memory support is another major divider. The Xeon uses quad-channel DDR4 with a theoretical memory bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s, while the Ryzen uses dual-channel DDR4 at 51.2 GB/s. Both support ECC memory, which is notable for a desktop part. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Xeon provides Gen 3 with 40 lanes from the CPU, while the Ryzen provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

The Ryzen includes integrated Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Xeon has no integrated graphics at all, forcing a discrete GPU for any display output. The Xeon is a server and workstation part that is now end-of-life, released in 2015, while the Ryzen is an active desktop processor released in 2022. The Xeon uses Intel Socket 2011-3, the Ryzen uses AMD Socket AM4. Neither chip has an unlocked multiplier.

The process and transistor differences explain a great deal about the power characteristics. The Xeon carries a 105 W TDP, while the Ryzen is rated at just 35 W, a threefold difference. This is the clearest expression of the efficiency gains delivered by the 7 nm process. In a server environment, the Xeon's power draw might be acceptable; for a compact desktop or office system, the Ryzen's thermal envelope is far more manageable.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion: if the choice is based purely on raw benchmark scores, the Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 wins every recorded test. The margins are narrow, between 2.6% and 3.1%, but they are consistent across six Cinebench workloads. The Xeon also offers 12 cores and 24 threads, quad-channel memory, and 30 MB of L3 cache, features that matter in heavily threaded server workloads.

However, the Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is the more rational pick for a desktop system. It delivers nearly identical scores while drawing only 35 W, one-third of the Xeon's 105 W TDP. It includes integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a discrete GPU. It is an active product, whereas the Xeon is end-of-life. The Ryzen's 7 nm process and Zen 2 architecture give it a level of efficiency that the older Haswell design cannot match.

For a workstation that needs many cores and maximum memory bandwidth, the Xeon's 12-core configuration and 68.3 GB/s quad-channel bandwidth make it the stronger server choice. For a desktop, office PC, or any system where power consumption and integrated graphics matter, the Ryzen is the better fit. The benchmark results indicate that both will handle similar workloads at similar speeds, but the surrounding platform differences dictate where each belongs.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two processors differ.

| Specification | Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE |

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

| Cores | 12 | 4 |

| Threads | 24 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 2.80 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 2011-3 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Haswell | Zen 2 |

| Process Node | 22 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | 2,600 million | 9,800 million |

| Die Size | 356 mm² | 156 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 30 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 68.3 GB/s | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 40 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Radeon Vega 6 |

| Market Segment | Server/Workstation | Desktop |

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

| Release Date | 2015-05-31 | 2022-11-10 |

| Launch MSRP | $2838 | Not available |

Both processors support DDR4 memory and ECC memory, and both use PCIe Gen 3. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Xeon's launch MSRP was $2838, though no comparable figure is recorded for the Ryzen.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 wins all three single-core tests. It scores 131 versus 127 in Cinebench R15, 546 versus 532 in R20, and 1300 versus 1267 in R23. The lead ranges from 2.6% to 3.1%.

Q: How do the two compare in multicore workloads?

A: The Xeon also wins all three multicore tests. It scores 928 versus 904 in R15, 3869 versus 3769 in R20, and 9212 versus 8975 in R23. The margin is 2.7% for R15 and R20, and 2.6% for R23.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it includes Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for display output.

Q: Which processor supports more memory bandwidth?

A: The Xeon supports quad-channel DDR4 memory with 68.3 GB/s of bandwidth. The Ryzen supports dual-channel DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

Q: What is the difference in power consumption?

A: The Xeon has a TDP of 105 W, while the Ryzen has a TDP of 35 W. The Ryzen draws one-third the power of the Xeon.

Q: Which processor is still in production?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE is listed as active, while the Intel Xeon E5-4650 v3 is end-of-life. The Ryzen was released in 2022, and the Xeon was released in 2015.