AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded benchmark data draws a clear line between these two desktop processors. The Intel Core 5 211E wins every single head-to-head comparison in the database, taking all 11 benchmark tests. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G does not record a single victory. The Intel part also holds a higher percentile ranking, sitting at the 86th percentile of all CPUs versus the AMD part's 79th percentile.

The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G suits a builder who needs a compact, capable 4-core desktop chip on the AM4 platform with ECC memory support and integrated Radeon graphics. Its average benchmark score of 27,382 places it near the Intel Core i7-13700H (27,355, only 0.1% apart) and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (27,535, 0.6% ahead). That puts it in familiar mid-range territory for everyday desktop workloads.

The Intel Core 5 211E is the pick for users who want substantially more multi-threaded throughput and faster single-thread performance. Its average benchmark score of 37,829 places it alongside the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (37,904, about 0.2% ahead) and the Intel Core i9-14901E (37,911, about 0.2% ahead). The data shows a processor that operates in a higher performance class entirely.

Given the 11-to-0 head-to-head sweep, the Intel Core 5 211E is the stronger processor in absolute terms. The AMD part remains a valid choice only where the AM4 ecosystem, its specific integrated graphics, or its lower power envelope at 65 W matters more than raw benchmark dominance.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It packs 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm Intel process, with 10 cores and 16 threads. That core and thread advantage alone explains much of the multi-threaded gap.

Cache layouts differ significantly. The AMD chip provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 pool on the Intel part gives it more room for frequently accessed data across its 10 cores.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD part uses DDR4 exclusively with dual-channel access and a recorded memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a higher recorded bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon Vega 6, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The AMD chip sits on AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. PCIe capability differs too: the AMD part runs Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, the Intel part runs Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel part also carries a larger die at 257 mm² versus 180 mm², and the AMD part lists 10,700 million transistors while the Intel part has no transistor count recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 211E leads in every recorded test, but the margins vary widely. The closest contest is PassMark physics, where Intel scores 702 against AMD's 701, a 0.1% edge. That near-tie indicates both processors handle basic physics simulation at essentially the same level.

The biggest gap appears in floating point math. Intel scores 66,402 against AMD's 25,245, a 62% difference. That is a massive margin for workloads that rely on heavy FPU throughput. Integer math shows a 47.9% lead for Intel (88,117 versus 45,910). Data compression favors Intel by 51.5% (346,757 versus 168,041), and random string sorting by 45.1% (34,308 versus 18,819). Extended instructions land at a 44.7% Intel advantage (21,592 versus 11,935).

Encryption shows a 42.6% Intel lead (17,938 versus 10,288). The multithread score gives Intel a 41.1% advantage (23,833 versus 14,033). Prime number finding is closer at 16.3% (43 versus 36). Single-thread performance favors Intel by 22.7% (4,006 versus 3,096). That single-thread gap matters for lightly threaded applications where a single core's speed dominates responsiveness.

The pattern is consistent: Intel wins by modest margins in single-thread and physics tests, and by large margins in data-heavy and math-heavy workloads. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration with 20 MB of L3 clearly drives the multi-threaded results, while the 4.90 GHz boost clock drives the single-thread advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E scores 4,006 in PassMark single-thread versus 3,096 for the AMD part, a 22.7% lead for Intel.

Q: Which chip supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports only DDR4.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and the Intel Core 5 211E list ECC memory support as true.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has an average benchmark score of 27,382. The Intel Core 5 211E has an average benchmark score of 37,829.

Q: Which CPU has a higher PCIe generation?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211E wins in every measured category in the database, so its advantages define where each chip fits. For multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, and floating point math, the Intel part is the clear choice. Its 41.1% multithread lead and 62% floating point lead mean heavily parallel workloads finish noticeably faster. The 51.5% data compression advantage also favors server or workstation tasks that move large datasets around.

The Intel part also wins single-thread scenarios by 22.7%, so it handles everyday responsiveness, spreadsheet recalculation, and single-core legacy applications better. The 10-core layout with 20 MB of L3 gives it headroom for simultaneous background tasks without choking.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has no benchmark wins, but its specifications still point to specific use cases. It draws the same 65 W TDP as the Intel part, so power consumption is not a differentiator. Its AM4 socket and Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics make it a straightforward drop-in upgrade for existing AM4 systems that need a modest CPU with ECC support. The 7 nm TSMC process and smaller die could appeal to builders who value a lower physical footprint. For workloads that barely stress a 4-core, 8-thread chip, the AMD part remains adequate, but the data shows it delivers roughly half the multi-threaded throughput of the Intel part in several key tests.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Intel Core 5 211E |

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

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.20 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Cezanne | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 7 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | 257 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

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

| Release Date | 2024-09-04 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $221 |