AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core 5 213PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 213PTE dominates the head-to-head comparison, winning all 11 recorded benchmark tests against the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. The largest margin comes in the prime number search test, where Intel scores 157 versus AMD's 36, a 77.1% advantage. This is not a close contest by any measure, and the data consistently favors Intel across every workload category.

Floating point math shows the second-largest gap. Intel posts 71,722 against AMD's 25,245, a 64.8% difference. The physics test follows closely, with Intel at 2,199 and AMD at 701, representing a 68.1% lead. Integer math also heavily favors Intel, which scores 93,109 versus AMD's 45,910, a 50.7% gap.

Multithreaded performance reinforces the pattern. Intel records 25,590 in the PassMark multithread test, while AMD manages 14,033, a 45.2% deficit. Data compression shows Intel at 261,083 against AMD's 168,041, a 35.6% difference. Random string sorting gives Intel 30,106 versus AMD's 18,819, a 37.5% margin.

Even in single-thread performance, where AMD's Zen 3 architecture traditionally competes well, Intel leads. The single-thread score is 3,718 for Intel versus 3,096 for AMD, a 16.7% advantage. Data encryption shows Intel at 14,413 versus AMD's 10,288, a 28.6% lead. Extended instructions follow at 16,146 for Intel and 11,935 for AMD, a 26.1% difference.

The average benchmark score reinforces this: Intel's average sits at 32,924, placing it in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs, while AMD averages 27,382, landing in the 79th percentile. Intel's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-12700 (0.1% higher average), AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (0.5% higher), and AMD Ryzen 7 8700G (0.5% higher). AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13700H (0.1% higher), Intel Core Ultra 5 125H (0.5% higher), and AMD Ryzen 7 5800 (0.6% higher).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing nodes and design philosophies. AMD uses a 7 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry. AMD integrates 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die, while Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Core configuration differs substantially. AMD offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel provides 8 cores and 16 threads. Clock speeds also diverge sharply. AMD's base clock is 4.00 GHz with a boost of 4.20 GHz. Intel's base clock is 2.10 GHz, but its boost reaches 5.20 GHz. The TDP ratings are 65 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel, meaning Intel delivers more cores and a higher boost clock while consuming less power according to the specification sheets.

Cache hierarchies show distinct designs. AMD uses 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB L3 total. Intel uses 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. The larger L3 cache on Intel likely contributes to its strong showing in data-heavy workloads.

Memory support also differs. AMD supports DDR4 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but Intel's memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s compared to AMD's 51.2 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon Vega 6, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

Socket compatibility separates the platforms completely. AMD uses Socket AM4, while Intel uses Socket 1700. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. AMD's architecture is Zen 3 with the Cezanne codename, while Intel's codename is Bartlett Lake. AMD's release date is September 4, 2024; Intel's is March 8, 2026.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data gives Intel the clear advantage in every measured category, but the magnitude of the wins varies by workload type. For tasks involving mathematical computation, such as floating point operations, integer math, and prime number generation, Intel's lead is overwhelming. The floating point margin of 64.8% and integer margin of 50.7% indicate that compute-heavy scientific or engineering workloads will see dramatically better results on the Intel processor.

Physics simulation shows a 68.1% advantage for Intel, which suggests that any workload relying on physics calculations, such as certain rendering tasks or simulation software, will strongly favor Intel. The prime number test, with its 77.1% gap, further emphasizes Intel's superiority in algorithmic integer operations.

For memory-intensive tasks like data compression and random string sorting, Intel leads by 35.6% and 37.5% respectively. These gains align with Intel's larger L3 cache and higher memory bandwidth. Encryption workloads show a 28.6% lead for Intel, while extended instruction workloads give Intel a 26.1% edge.

Single-thread performance is the closest category, with Intel ahead by 16.7%. This is still a meaningful margin, but it is the smallest difference in the entire benchmark suite. Applications that depend heavily on single-thread speed will still prefer Intel, but the relative gap is narrower than in multi-threaded or math-heavy tasks.

The AMD processor does not record a single benchmark win in the head-to-head dataset. Its strengths, if any, would have to come from its lower TDP of 65 watts (though that is higher than Intel's 45 watts), its 7 nm process, or its smaller physical footprint. However, the recorded performance data provides no category where AMD leads.

For workloads that prioritize power efficiency, Intel's 45 watt TDP versus AMD's 65 watts is the only specification where Intel does not exceed AMD in a meaningful way. Yet even here, Intel delivers more cores and a higher boost clock within that lower power envelope.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: Intel scores 3,718 in the PassMark single-thread test, while AMD scores 3,096. Intel leads by 16.7%.

Q: Which processor supports faster PCIe?

A: Intel supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. AMD supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and the Intel Core 5 213PTE support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: AMD supports DDR4 only. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: Intel has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while AMD has 8 MB total L3 cache.

Q: What is the TDP for each processor?

A: AMD is rated at 65 watts, and Intel is rated at 45 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: Intel has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while AMD has a boost clock of 4.20 GHz.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Cores: 4 (AMD) versus 8 (Intel)
• Threads: 8 (AMD) versus 16 (Intel)
• Base clock: 4.00 GHz (AMD) versus 2.10 GHz (Intel)
• Boost clock: 4.20 GHz (AMD) versus 5.20 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 65 watts (AMD) versus 45 watts (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel Socket 1700
• Architecture: Zen 3 (AMD) versus not recorded (Intel)
• Codename: Cezanne (AMD) versus Bartlett Lake (Intel)
• Process node: 7 nm (AMD) versus 10 nm (Intel)
• Foundry: TSMC (AMD) versus Intel (Intel)
• Transistors: 10,700 million (AMD) versus not recorded (Intel)
• Die size: 180 mm² (AMD) versus not recorded (Intel)
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core (AMD) versus 80 KB per core (Intel)
• L2 cache: 512 KB per core (AMD) versus 2 MB per core (Intel)
• L3 cache: 8 MB (AMD) versus 24 MB shared (Intel)
• Memory support: DDR4 (AMD) versus DDR4, DDR5 (Intel)
• Memory bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s (AMD) versus 76.8 GB/s (Intel)
• PCIe: Gen 3, 16 lanes (AMD) versus Gen 5, 16 lanes (Intel)
• Integrated graphics: Radeon Vega 6 (AMD) versus UHD Graphics 730 (Intel)
• Release date: September 4, 2024 (AMD) versus March 8, 2026 (Intel)
• Launch MSRP: not recorded (AMD) versus $221 (Intel)
• Part number: 100-000001749 (AMD) versus SA4QM (Intel)

Fields that are identical include dual-channel memory bus, ECC support, desktop market segment, active production status, and locked multiplier.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core 5 213PTE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G in every single recorded test, with margins ranging from 16.7% in single-thread performance to 77.1% in prime number generation. The average benchmark score difference is approximately 20%, with Intel at 32,924 versus AMD at 27,382.

Processors with similar average scores to Intel include the Intel Core i7-12700, AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, and AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, all within 0.5% of Intel's score. This places the Core 5 213PTE in the company of high-end desktop chips. AMD's nearest rivals, by contrast, include the Intel Core i7-13700H and Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, which are mobile-class processors, plus the desktop AMD Ryzen 7 5800. The comparison suggests that AMD's Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G performs more like a mid-range mobile chip than a contemporary desktop processor.

The architectural differences explain the performance gap. Intel brings double the cores, double the threads, a significantly larger L3 cache, higher memory bandwidth, and a much higher boost clock. AMD's advantages are limited to a smaller process node (7 nm versus 10 nm), a higher base clock, and an earlier release date. None of these translate into benchmark wins.

For users choosing between these two processors, the data supports Intel for virtually every workload category. The only scenario where AMD might be considered is if the platform requirements demand Socket AM4 or if the earlier release date matters. However, the recorded performance data shows no workload where AMD wins.

Intel's launch MSRP is listed as $221, while AMD's is not recorded. Even without a price comparison, the performance differential is so large that the Intel processor is the clear choice based on the benchmark evidence alone. The 83rd percentile ranking versus 79th percentile ranking further confirms Intel's superior standing in the overall CPU landscape.