AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE vs Intel Core i5-11500T Comparison

The Intel Core i5-11500T and AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE are both 35 W desktop processors aimed at compact and low-power systems. The database records 8 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, with the Intel part winning 7 and the AMD part winning 1. The Intel chip leads in all Cinebench tests and in Geekbench multicore, while the AMD chip takes Geekbench single-core. This analysis breaks down the recorded scores, architectural differences, and practical implications.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head results show a consistent, though narrow, Intel advantage across the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Intel Core i5-11500T scores 1093 against 1083 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE, a 0.9% lead. The single-core R15 test is closer: 154 versus 152, a 1.3% margin for Intel. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 4558 for Intel and 4515 for AMD, a 1% difference, while single-core is 643 versus 637, again a 0.9% lead. Cinebench R23 repeats the pattern: multi-core 10854 against 10750 (1% lead), single-core 1532 versus 1517 (1% lead). These margins are small, but they are consistent across all six Cinebench runs.

The Geekbench results introduce a larger spread. In Geekbench multicore, the Intel part scores 5774, while the AMD part scores 5311, giving Intel an 8.7% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison, and it aligns with the core count difference: the Intel chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD chip has 4 cores and 8 threads. The single-core Geekbench test is the only benchmark where AMD comes out ahead. The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE scores 1779, against 1696 for the Intel, a 4.7% margin in AMD's favor. This is notable because it is the sole reversal, and it occurs in a test that often reflects clock speed and IPC efficiency.

Overall, the data shows that the Intel Core i5-11500T wins every Cinebench test, with deltas ranging from 0.9% to 1.3%. The Geekbench multicore win is much larger, at 8.7%, while the AMD single-core Geekbench win is 4.7%. The average benchmark score across all tests in the database is 3288 for Intel and 3218 for AMD, a difference of about 2.2%, which reflects the Intel part's broader lead.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark wins split cleanly along workload type. The Intel Core i5-11500T is the clear choice for multi-threaded rendering and productivity tasks. It wins all three Cinebench multi-core tests (R15, R20, R23) and the Geekbench multicore test. The largest margin is in Geekbench multicore, where the Intel part is 8.7% ahead, a substantial gap for a 35 W processor. This advantage is likely driven by the extra two cores and four threads, which allow better parallel scaling in heavily threaded workloads.

For single-threaded tasks, the picture is mixed. The Intel part wins all three Cinebench single-core tests, but by very small margins (0.9% to 1.3%). The AMD part wins Geekbench single-core by 4.7%, which is a more pronounced lead. This suggests that the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE has a slight edge in certain single-threaded applications, particularly those that align with Geekbench's workload mix. However, the Cinebench single-core results indicate that the Intel part is not far behind, and in that specific rendering test it actually leads.

In practical terms, the Intel Core i5-11500T is better suited for video encoding, 3D rendering, and other multi-threaded tasks where its core count advantage can be fully utilized. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE, with its higher boost clock (4.20 GHz versus 3.90 GHz) and Zen 3 architecture, may offer a slight edge in lightly threaded applications that are sensitive to single-core performance, as evidenced by the Geekbench single-core result. For users who prioritize multi-threaded throughput, the Intel part is the stronger option; for those who need the best possible single-thread performance in a specific benchmark, the AMD part has a measurable, though narrow, lead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing processes. The Intel Core i5-11500T is built on Intel's 14 nm process, with a die size of 276 mm². It uses the Rocket Lake architecture and fits into the Intel Socket 1200. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process, with a die size of 180 mm², and uses the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Cezanne) on the AMD Socket AM4. The AMD part integrates 10,700 million transistors, while the Intel part does not have a transistor count listed in the database.

Core and cache configurations differ significantly. The Intel chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, with 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 511 KB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip has 4 cores and 8 threads, with 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part's larger L3 cache (12 MB versus 8 MB) and higher core count contribute to its multi-threaded performance advantage. The AMD part's smaller L1 cache per core is offset by its higher boost clock and more modern process node.

Memory support is identical in terms of type and bandwidth: both support DDR4 in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. However, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-11500T does not. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Intel part offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD part offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are present on both, with the Intel UHD Graphics 750 and the AMD Radeon Vega 6.

Production status and release timing also set them apart. The Intel part is marked as end-of-life, with a release date of March 2021. The AMD part is active, with a release date of May 2021. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $192, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors have locked multipliers, so they are not intended for overclocking.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-11500T has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE has a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, compared to 3.90 GHz for the Intel Core i5-11500T.

Q: Which CPU supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-11500T does not.

Q: Which CPU has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-11500T has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE has 8 MB.

Q: Which CPU wins the Geekbench single-core test?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE scores 1779, against 1696 for the Intel Core i5-11500T, a 4.7% advantage.

Q: Which CPU is built on a smaller process node?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE uses a 7 nm process, while the Intel Core i5-11500T uses a 14 nm process.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core i5-11500T | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1500 MHz | 3600 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.90 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Rocket Lake | Zen 3 |

| Codename | Rocket Lake | Cezanne |

| Generation | Core i5 (Rocket Lake-S) | Ryzen 3 (Zen 3 (Cezanne)) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not specified | 10,700 million |

| Die Size | 276 mm² | 180 mm² |

| L1 Cache (per core) | 80 KB | 64 KB |

| L2 Cache (per core) | 511 KB | 512 KB |

| 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 750 | Radeon Vega 6 |

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

| Release Date | March 2021 | May 2021 |

| Launch MSRP | $192 | Not specified |

| Part Number | SRKNZ | 100-000000259 |

The specification table highlights the fundamental differences: the Intel part offers more cores and a larger L3 cache, while the AMD part uses a smaller process node, supports ECC, and has a higher boost clock. These differences directly explain the benchmark results, with the Intel part dominating multi-threaded workloads and the AMD part taking a single-core Geekbench win.