AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs Intel Core 5 330 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a lopsided contest between the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and the Intel Core 5 330. The Intel part wins 15 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD processor takes only 2. The overall average benchmark score confirms the gap: Intel posts 18345 against AMD's 17482, a difference of roughly 4.9 percent.

The most decisive Intel victories are in the PassMark floating point math test, where the Core 5 330 scores 43885 against the Ryzen's 24115. That is a 45 percent advantage, the second largest margin in the dataset. The physics test shows an even bigger spread in percentage terms: Intel scores 1201, AMD scores 552, giving Intel a 54 percent lead. The single-thread results also favor Intel heavily. In PassMark single thread, Intel records 4088 versus AMD's 3089, a 24.4 percent gap. The Cinebench single-core tests all show a consistent 17.2 to 17.5 percent Intel advantage, from R15's 186 to 154 through R20's 779 to 643 and R23's 1856 to 1531.

Multi-core rendering follows the same pattern. Cinebench R15 multicore gives Intel 1325 against AMD's 1093, R20 gives 5523 versus 4555, and R23 gives 13150 versus 10846. All three show the same 17.5 percent delta. PassMark multithread also lands at 17.5 percent, with Intel at 15471 and AMD at 12761. Extended instructions show Intel ahead by 19.1 percent (12808 versus 10368), and data encryption favors Intel by 13.7 percent (11076 versus 9564). Even the closest Intel win, random string sorting, goes to the Core 5 330 by 2.9 percent (17771 versus 17255).

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE claims its first win in data compression. The AMD part scores 152885 versus Intel's 145287, a 5.2 percent margin. The second AMD win is much larger in percentage terms. In integer math, AMD posts 44665 against Intel's 33258, a 34.3 percent lead. That is the single biggest relative victory for either processor in the entire comparison. The find prime numbers test shows AMD at 31 against Intel's 114, a 72.8 percent deficit for AMD, which represents the worst relative result for either chip.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 330 dominates in rendering workloads. Every Cinebench test, both single-core and multi-core, goes to Intel by roughly 17.5 percent. This includes R15, R20, and R23, which are standard for content creation and 3D rendering evaluation. The physics test, often associated with simulation workloads, also belongs to Intel by a wide margin. For floating point mathematics, which matters in scientific and engineering applications, Intel's 45 percent advantage makes it the clear choice. The encryption test also favors Intel, suggesting stronger performance in security-related workloads. Single-thread performance, measured by both PassMark and Cinebench, is firmly in Intel's corner, which typically translates to snappier response in lightly threaded applications.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE wins in integer math by 34.3 percent, a category that reflects general arithmetic operations common in office productivity and database work. The data compression test also goes to AMD, with a 5.2 percent edge. These two wins suggest AMD's architecture handles certain data manipulation tasks more efficiently, despite losing most other categories. The compression result is notable because Intel wins the nearby random string sorting test by only 2.9 percent, meaning the two processors are close in that area while AMD pulls clearly ahead in the broader compression metric.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. AMD uses Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm process from TSMC, with the Cezanne codename. Intel uses Wildcat Lake on a 3 nm process from its own foundry. The process node difference is significant: 7 nm versus 3 nm. Intel's smaller node allows for denser transistors and potentially lower power draw, though the AMD chip uses a larger die at 180 mm² with 10,700 million transistors. Intel does not report a transistor count or die size in the database.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 4 cores and 8 threads, using simultaneous multithreading. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 physical cores but only 6 threads, meaning no hyperthreading. Despite having fewer threads, Intel wins most multithreaded tests. Clock speeds also diverge: AMD runs at 3.60 GHz base and 4.20 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 1.50 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. The low Intel base clock is typical of a mobile-oriented part, but the high boost clock helps explain its single-thread dominance.

Cache layouts differ by design. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. Intel reports 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD processor has more L3 cache overall, but Intel's cache hierarchy appears to be arranged differently. Memory support also diverges. AMD uses DDR4 with dual-channel access and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only in single-channel mode, achieving 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Despite the single-channel limitation, Intel's bandwidth figure is higher. ECC memory is supported on the AMD chip but not on the Intel chip.

The platform targets differ. AMD uses Socket AM4, a desktop socket, and belongs to the 5000 series for desktop. Intel uses BGA 1516, a soldered mobile socket, and is classified as a mobile processor. PCIe support also differs: AMD offers Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while Intel offers Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are present on both. AMD uses Radeon Vega 6, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 has an average benchmark score of 18345, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE averages 17482. Intel also sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, compared to AMD's 71st percentile.

Q: How large is the Intel single-thread advantage?

A: In PassMark single thread, Intel scores 4088 against AMD's 3089, a 24.4 percent lead. Cinebench R23 single-core shows Intel at 1856 versus 1531, also a 17.5 percent difference.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes, AMD wins data compression (152885 versus 145287, a 5.2 percent margin) and integer math (44665 versus 33258, a 34.3 percent margin).

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Intel wins the multithreaded PassMark test 15471 to 12761 despite having fewer threads.

Q: How do the memory systems compare?

A: AMD supports DDR4 in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in single-channel mode with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. AMD supports ECC memory, Intel does not.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE | Intel Core 5 330 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 6 |

| Base clock | 3.60 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.20 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 cache | 8 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Launch MSRP | None listed | $309 |

| Release date | 2024-09-04 | 2026-04-15 |

The data shows two processors aimed at different use cases. The AMD part is a desktop chip with a 35 W TDP, dual-channel DDR4, and ECC support. The Intel part is a mobile chip with a 15 W TDP, single-channel DDR5 support, and a soldered BGA package. The benchmark results indicate that Intel's newer 3 nm process and higher boost clock deliver stronger overall performance, while AMD retains specific advantages in integer math and data compression.