AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE vs Intel Core i5-11400T Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-11400T is the stronger overall processor in the recorded database measurements. It wins 7 of the 8 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, including every Cinebench test and the Geekbench multi-core test. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE takes only the Geekbench single-core test, but by a substantial 10.2% margin.

For users who prioritize multi-threaded workloads, the Intel part's 6 cores and 12 threads give it a consistent edge over the AMD part's 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel chip leads by 3.4% in Cinebench R23 multi-core and by 5.3% in Geekbench multi-core. The AMD chip counters with a Geekbench single-core score of 1779 versus 1597, a 10.2% advantage that reflects its higher boost clock of 4.20 GHz.

The average benchmark scores tell a similar story. The Intel part sits at 3309, the AMD part at 3218. The Intel chip ranks in the 54th percentile of all CPUs, the AMD chip in the 53rd. These are close overall positions, but the Intel part edges ahead in the majority of tests. The Intel part's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G at 3303 (0.2% delta) and the Intel Core i7-7800X at 3333 (-0.7% delta), placing it in a tight cluster. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 4800U at 3218 (0% delta) and the Intel Core i3-13100T at 3198 (0.6% delta).

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE is the better choice for single-thread-sensitive applications where the Geekbench single-core result matters most. It also offers ECC memory support, which the Intel part lacks. The Intel Core i5-11400T is the better choice for general productivity and multi-threaded rendering workloads, where its extra two cores translate into measurable wins across the Cinebench suite.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design generations. The Intel Core i5-11400T uses Rocket Lake architecture on Intel's 14 nm process, with a die size of 276 mm². The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE uses Zen 3 architecture (Cezanne) on TSMC's 7 nm process, with a die size of 180 mm² and 10,700 million transistors. The smaller process node and die size give the AMD part a denser, more modern design, though the Intel part compensates with a larger core count.

Core counts differ significantly. The Intel part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD part has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel part's base clock is 1300 MHz with a boost of 3.70 GHz. The AMD part runs at a base of 3.60 GHz and boosts to 4.20 GHz. The AMD chip's higher clocks help it win the single-core Geekbench test despite having fewer cores.

Cache layouts also differ. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. The Intel part's larger L3 cache (12 MB versus 8 MB) supports its multi-threaded performance, while the AMD part's smaller cache is offset by its clock advantage.

Memory support is similar in bandwidth. Both use DDR4 with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD part supports ECC memory, while the Intel part does not. PCIe connectivity differs: the Intel part offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count give it an advantage for storage and expansion.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD part uses Radeon Vega 6. Sockets are incompatible: Intel Socket 1200 for the Intel part, AMD Socket AM4 for the AMD part.

The Intel part is end-of-life, released on 2021-03-15, with a launch MSRP of $182. The AMD part is active, released on 2021-05-31, with no launch MSRP recorded. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-11400T wins in every Cinebench test. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 1120 against 1083, a 3.4% lead. In R15 single-core, it scores 157 against 152, a 3.3% lead. The same pattern holds in R20 and R23, with 3.4% leads in multi-core and 3.3% to 3.4% leads in single-core. The Intel part also wins Geekbench multi-core with 5591 against 5311, a 5.3% margin. This is the largest multi-core win in the comparison.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE wins only Geekbench single-core, scoring 1779 against 1597. That is a 10.2% advantage, the largest single delta in the head-to-head comparison. This result aligns with the AMD part's higher boost clock of 4.20 GHz versus 3.70 GHz.

For rendering workloads measured by Cinebench, the Intel part is consistently ahead. For single-threaded Geekbench workloads, the AMD part is clearly ahead. The AMD part also brings ECC memory support, which may matter for specific professional or reliability-focused use cases. The Intel part's PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 lanes gives it an edge for modern storage devices and expansion cards.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core i5-11400T wins 7 of the 8 head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE wins 1.

Q: How large is the AMD part's single-core win?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE scores 1779 in Geekbench single-core, which is 10.2% higher than the Intel part's 1597.

Q: Does the Intel part have more cores?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-11400T has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-11400T does not.

Q: What are the TDP values?

A: Both processors have a TDP of 35 W.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE boosts to 4.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-11400T boosts to 3.70 GHz.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clear pattern. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel part scores 1120 against 1083, a 3.4% win. In R15 single-core, the Intel part scores 157 against 152, a 3.3% win. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 4667 against 4515, again 3.4%. R20 single-core shows 658 against 637, a 3.3% win. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 11113 against 10750, a 3.4% win. R23 single-core shows 1569 against 1517, a 3.4% win.

Geekbench multi-core goes to the Intel part with 5591 against 5311, a 5.3% win. This is the largest multi-core margin in the comparison. Geekbench single-core is the only AMD win: 1779 against 1597, a 10.2% margin. That is the largest single margin in either direction.

The consistency of the Intel part's Cinebench wins, all in the 3.3% to 3.4% range, suggests a stable advantage across rendering workloads. The AMD part's single Geekbench single-core win is more pronounced, reflecting its clock advantage. The Intel part's Geekbench multi-core win of 5.3% is notably larger than its Cinebench multi-core wins, indicating that the Geekbench workload amplifies the core-count difference.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core i5-11400T | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base clock | 1300 MHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.70 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Zen 3 (Cezanne) |

| Process node | 14 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 10,700 million |

| Die size | 276 mm² | 180 mm² |

| L1 cache | 80 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

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

| L3 cache | 12 MB shared | 8 MB |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 6 |

| Production status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release date | 2021-03-15 | 2021-05-31 |

| Launch MSRP | $182 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | No |

Both processors share a 35 W TDP, DDR4 memory support, dual-channel memory bus, and 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 3309, and the AMD part's is 3218. The Intel part sits in the 54th percentile of all CPUs, the AMD part in the 53rd. The Intel part's nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G at 3303 (0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2600 at 3303 (0.2% delta), while the AMD part's nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 4800U at 3218 (0% delta) and the Intel Atom P5342 at 3217 (0% delta). These proximity values confirm that both chips sit in a competitive mid-range cluster, with the Intel part holding a slight overall edge.