AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS records an average benchmark score of 19364, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE averages 17482. The Ryzen 5 sits in the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 71st percentile for the Ryzen 3 PRO.

Q: How do the two chips compare in single-threaded PassMark tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 3089, beating the Ryzen 5 7533HS's 2740 by 12.7%. This is the only benchmark category where the Ryzen 3 PRO leads.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap in the head-to-head results?

A: The largest delta appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Ryzen 5 7533HS scores 48 versus 31 for the Ryzen 3 PRO, a 35.4% advantage. PassMark physics shows a similar trend with an 32.8% gap in favor of the Ryzen 5.

Q: Do both processors use the same memory type?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE supports DDR4 memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Ryzen 5's memory bandwidth is higher at 76.8 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Both are unlocked-multiplier-free parts with a 35W TDP.

Q: Are both chips currently in production?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS have an active production status, with release dates in late August and early September 2024 respectively.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Cezanne codename, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is built on Zen 3+ with the Rembrandt-R codename. This architectural generation gap is reflected in the manufacturing process: the Ryzen 3 PRO is fabricated on a 7 nm node, whereas the Ryzen 5 uses a smaller 6 nm node, both from TSMC.

The die size differs as well, with the Ryzen 3 PRO measuring 180 mm² and the Ryzen 5 at 208 mm². The transistor count for the Ryzen 3 PRO is listed at 10,700 million, while no transistor count is recorded for the Ryzen 5 in the database.

Cache hierarchies show structural differences. Both chips have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache, however, is a key differentiator: the Ryzen 3 PRO has 8 MB of L3, while the Ryzen 5 has 16 MB shared L3, double the capacity.

Memory support diverges sharply. The Ryzen 3 PRO is a DDR4 part with 51.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and ECC support enabled. The Ryzen 5 uses DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth but does not support ECC memory. This indicates the Ryzen 5 is positioned for higher-speed memory workloads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO targets environments where error correction is a requirement.

PCIe connectivity also separates the two. The Ryzen 3 PRO offers PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, whereas the Ryzen 5 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The newer standard and additional lanes give the Ryzen 5 more headroom for modern storage and expansion devices.

Integrated graphics differ in branding and likely capability. The Ryzen 3 PRO carries Radeon Vega 6 graphics, while the Ryzen 5 uses Radeon 660M. The market segment splits them clearly: the Ryzen 3 PRO is a desktop part on AMD Socket AM4, and the Ryzen 5 is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP7.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall win for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, which takes 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests. The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE wins 2 tests, both being the PassMark single-thread measurements where it scores 3089 against 2740, a 12.7% lead.

In Cinebench tests, the Ryzen 5 is consistently ahead by roughly 12%. For Cinebench R15 multicore, the Ryzen 5 scores 1243 versus 1093, a 12.1% margin. Single-core R15 shows 175 versus 154, also a 12% gap. These margins repeat in R20 and R23: multicore results are 5183 versus 4555 and 12342 versus 10846 respectively, each with a 12.1% delta. Single-core results follow the same pattern, with R20 at 731 versus 643 and R23 at 1742 versus 1531, both showing a 12% to 12.1% difference.

PassMark workloads largely favor the Ryzen 5, though the margins vary. Data compression shows 168692 versus 152885, a 9.4% advantage. Data encryption records 10718 versus 9564, a 10.8% gap. Extended instructions deliver 11219 versus 10368, a 7.6% lead. Floating point math is 27800 versus 24115, a 13.3% difference. Integer math shows 50800 versus 44665, a 12.1% margin. Multithread performance is 14520 versus 12761, again a 12.1% gap.

The most dramatic wins for the Ryzen 5 come in prime number finding and physics tests. Find prime numbers scores 48 versus 31, a 35.4% advantage, the largest relative gap in the entire comparison. Physics scores 821 versus 552, a 32.8% margin, indicating substantial compute headroom in these specific workloads.

Random string sorting is the closest contest among the Ryzen 5 wins. The Ryzen 5 scores 17669 versus 17255, a narrow 2.3% margin. This suggests the sorting workload is less sensitive to the core count and architectural differences that benefit the Ryzen 5 elsewhere.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS |

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

| Series | 5000 series | 7000 series |

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 3.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.20 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | AMD Socket FP7 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Zen 3+ |

| Codename | Cezanne | Rembrandt-R |

| Process node | 7 nm | 6 nm |

| Die size | 180 mm² | 208 mm² |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes | Gen 4, 20 Lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | Radeon 660M |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Part number | 100-000001751 | 100-000001632(FP7), 100-000001634(FP7r2) |

Both chips share a 35W TDP, dual-channel memory buses, and 64 KB L1 plus 512 KB L2 cache per core. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, and both have an active production status. The Ryzen 5 has a higher boost clock by 0.20 GHz, while the Ryzen 3 PRO has a higher base clock by 0.30 GHz.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS as the stronger processor in nearly every measurable workload. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks and holds a higher average score of 19364 versus 17482. Its 73rd percentile ranking versus the Ryzen 3 PRO's 71st percentile reflects a similar ordering.

The Ryzen 5's advantages are broad. It leads in all Cinebench tests, all PassMark compute workloads, and the majority of specialized tests. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration provides a substantial edge in multithreaded scenarios, as shown by consistent 12% margins in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore tests. The larger 16 MB L3 cache and DDR5 memory support with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth reinforce this position.

The Ryzen 3 PRO's only wins come in PassMark single-thread tests, where it scores 3089 versus 2740, a 12.7% advantage. This suggests that for lightly threaded workloads that rely on a single core, the Ryzen 3 PRO can outperform the Ryzen 5 despite its older architecture and lower boost clock. The higher 3.60 GHz base clock may contribute to this result.

The Ryzen 3 PRO also offers ECC memory support, a feature absent from the Ryzen 5. This makes it a candidate for systems where data integrity is prioritized over raw throughput. Its desktop socket and PCIe Gen 3 connectivity align with established AM4 platforms.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS dominates multi-core and mixed workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 12342 versus 10846 indicates strong rendering performance. PassMark multithread results confirm this with 14520 versus 12761. The physics test shows the largest practical gap at 821 versus 552, suggesting the Ryzen 5 handles simulation and compute-heavy tasks much better. The 35.4% lead in prime number finding further supports this pattern for mathematical workloads.

The Ryzen 5 also wins in memory-intensive operations. Data compression at 168692 versus 152885 benefits from the larger L3 cache and higher memory bandwidth. Floating point math shows a 13.3% margin, and integer math a 12.1% margin. These results point to a processor that excels in content creation, data processing, and general productivity tasks where multiple cores and faster memory matter.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE wins exclusively in single-threaded PassMark tests. Its 3089 score versus 2740 gives it a 12.7% edge in workloads that cannot utilize additional cores. This could translate to snappier response in older or lightly threaded applications. The ECC memory support adds a niche advantage for workstation or server-like usage where memory errors are unacceptable.

For users on an AM4 platform with DDR4 memory, the Ryzen 3 PRO slots into existing motherboards without platform changes. The Ryzen 5 requires an FP7 socket and DDR5, indicating a newer mobile platform. The desktop segment designation for the Ryzen 3 PRO versus mobile for the Ryzen 5 means the choice often depends on form factor: fixed desktop builds favor the former, while laptops and compact mobile systems require the latter.