AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the base and boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The Intel Core 7 253PE has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports only DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 7 253PE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40557, compared to 27382 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. The Intel chip also ranks in the 87th percentile versus 79th for the AMD chip.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of either processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has a launch MSRP of $384. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design approaches. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Zen 3 architecture (codenamed Cezanne) with 4 cores and 8 threads. It has a 7 nm process node from TSMC, a die size of 180 mm², and 10,700 million transistors. The L1 cache is 64 KB per core, L2 cache is 512 KB per core, and L3 cache is 8 MB.

The Intel Core 7 253PE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, with 10 cores and 20 threads. It uses a 10 nm process node from Intel. The L1 cache is 80 KB per core, L2 cache is 2 MB per core, and L3 cache is 33 MB shared. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD chip only supports DDR4. The Intel chip also has a significantly higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s compared to 51.2 GB/s for the AMD part.

The PCIe interface differs substantially. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core 7 253PE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Both processors support ECC memory and have integrated graphics: the AMD chip features Radeon Vega 6, and the Intel chip features UHD Graphics 730.

The AMD processor is a desktop part in the 5000 series with a TDP of 65 watts, and the Intel processor is also a desktop part with a TDP of 65 watts. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a complete sweep: the Intel Core 7 253PE wins all 11 recorded head-to-head tests. The largest margin comes in passmark_find_prime_numbers, where the Intel chip scores 138 versus 36 for the AMD chip, a delta of -73.9%.

The floating point math test shows a similar pattern. The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 80870, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 25245, a delta of -68.8%. The physics test is also lopsided: Intel scores 1845 versus 701 for AMD, a delta of -62%.

The integer math test shows the Intel chip at 114158 versus 45910 for AMD, a delta of -59.8%. The multithread score is 29271 for Intel versus 14033 for AMD, a delta of -52.1%. Data compression shows 339133 for Intel versus 168041 for AMD, a delta of -50.4%. Extended instructions scored 21806 for Intel versus 11935 for AMD, a delta of -45.3%. Data encryption scored 18385 versus 10288, a delta of -44%.

The closest margin is in single-thread performance. The Intel Core 7 253PE scores 3955 in passmark_single_thread, while the AMD chip scores 3096, a delta of -21.7%. The random string sorting test shows Intel at 32777 versus 18819 for AMD, a delta of -42.6%.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this gap. The Intel chip has an average score of 40557, while the AMD chip has an average of 27382. The Intel part sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits in the 79th percentile.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 7 253PE dominates every measured workload in the database, with wins ranging from 21.7% in single-thread tests to 73.9% in prime number finding. Its 10-core, 20-thread configuration, combined with a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, establishes a substantial lead over the 4-core, 8-thread AMD part with a boost clock of 4.20 GHz.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G remains a viable option for systems where the Zen 3 architecture, 7 nm process, and AMD Socket AM4 platform are required. Its 4.00 GHz base clock is higher than the Intel chip's 2.50 GHz base clock, which may matter in specific low-load scenarios, but the benchmark results do not show any workload where the AMD chip takes the lead.

For users prioritizing raw multi-threaded throughput, the Intel part's 52.1% lead in the multithread test and 68.8% lead in floating point math are decisive. For single-thread responsiveness, the Intel chip's 21.7% advantage is consistent across both single-thread tests.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields:

• Cores: AMD 4, Intel 10
• Threads: AMD 8, Intel 20
• Base Clock: AMD 4.00 GHz, Intel 2.50 GHz
• Boost Clock: AMD 4.20 GHz, Intel 5.50 GHz
• TDP: Both 65 watts (no difference)
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4, Intel Socket 1700
• Architecture: Zen 3 for AMD, no listed architecture for Intel
• Codename: Cezanne for AMD, Bartlett Lake for Intel
• Process Node: 7 nm for AMD, 10 nm for Intel
• Foundry: TSMC for AMD, Intel for Intel
• Transistors: 10,700 million for AMD, null for Intel
• Die Size: 180 mm² for AMD, null for Intel
• L1 Cache: 64 KB per core for AMD, 80 KB per core for Intel
• L2 Cache: 512 KB per core for AMD, 2 MB per core for Intel
• L3 Cache: 8 MB for AMD, 33 MB shared for Intel
• Memory Support: DDR4 for AMD, DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel
• Memory Bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s for AMD, 89.6 GB/s for Intel
• PCIe: Gen 3, 16 Lanes for AMD, Gen 5, 16 Lanes for Intel
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon Vega 6 for AMD, UHD Graphics 730 for Intel
• Release Date: 2024-09-04 for AMD, 2026-03-08 for Intel
• Launch MSRP: null for AMD, $384 for Intel
• Part Number: 100-000001749 for AMD, SA4QE for Intel

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PE wins every benchmark category recorded in the database. The largest advantage is in find prime numbers, where it outperforms the AMD chip by 73.9%. This indicates a strong lead in workloads that stress integer-heavy, single-threaded computation patterns.

The floating point math test shows the Intel chip at 68.8% ahead, making it the clear choice for scientific or engineering workloads that rely on floating-point operations. The physics test, with a 62% lead, reinforces this pattern for simulation-style tasks.

The multithread score of 29271 versus 14033 gives the Intel chip a 52.1% advantage, which directly benefits video rendering, compilation, and other parallel workloads. The data compression test shows a 50.4% lead, relevant for archive management and data processing tasks.

The data encryption test shows a 44% lead for Intel, and the extended instructions test shows a 45.3% lead. Both point to advantages in cryptography and SIMD-heavy code.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G does not win any recorded benchmark. However, its higher base clock of 4.00 GHz versus 2.50 GHz may offer different idle or low-load behavior, and its 7 nm process node with 10,700 million transistors in a 180 mm² die suggests a denser design. The AMD chip also has a lower launch MSRP field, with no recorded value, while the Intel chip carries a launch MSRP of $384.

The single-thread tests are the closest category, with the Intel chip leading by 21.7%. This still represents a decisive advantage, but it is the narrowest margin across all measured workloads. The AMD chip's 4-core design may be sufficient for lightly threaded applications, but the recorded data shows no scenario where it overtakes the Intel part.