AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE vs Intel Core i5-14490F Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE and the Intel Core i5-14490F occupy different tiers of the desktop processor market. The data shows a decisive performance gap between the two, with the Intel part securing a victory in every recorded benchmark. The AMD processor, a 35-watt Zen 3 part, and the Intel processor, a 65-watt Raptor Lake Refresh part, are built for different purposes. The following analysis breaks down the recorded specifications and benchmark results to clarify where each processor stands.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i5-14490F wins all 17 head-to-head comparisons in the database. There are no recorded wins for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE. The margin of victory varies by workload, but the direction of the result is consistent across every test.

The Intel processor shows its largest advantages in multi-threaded and floating-point workloads. In the PassMark physics test, the Intel part scores 2093 against the AMD part's 552, a delta of -73.6%. The PassMark find prime numbers test shows a similar pattern, with Intel leading 122 to 31, a delta of -74.6%. These workloads scale strongly with core count and clock speed, both of which favor the Intel processor.

The AMD processor's smallest deficit appears in the PassMark single-thread test. The Intel part still leads, scoring 3873 against 3089, but the delta narrows to -20.2%. This indicates that while the AMD architecture is competitive in lightly threaded tasks, it cannot match the Intel processor's peak single-core performance. The AMD part also comes closer in integer math, where Intel leads 87844 to 44665, a delta of -49.2%. Despite the narrower gap in these tests, the Intel processor remains ahead.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE is built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne, and uses a 7 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core i5-14490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically Raptor Lake Refresh, and is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

The core configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor provides 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel processor provides 10 cores and 16 threads. This core and thread advantage is the primary driver of the Intel processor's lead in multi-threaded benchmarks.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on the Intel part gives it more room for frequently accessed data, which helps in workloads with large working sets.

Memory support is another point of divergence. The AMD processor supports DDR4 memory only, with dual-channel access and a recorded memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, though the database does not record a bandwidth figure for it. The AMD processor supports ECC memory; the Intel processor does not.

The integrated graphics situation is reversed. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE includes Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A. The AMD processor also uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Socket compatibility differs as well. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results show a consistent pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel processor scores 23000 against the AMD processor's 10846, a delta of -52.8%. The single-core result follows the same trend: Intel scores 3247, AMD scores 1531, again a delta of -52.8%. The R20 results mirror this exactly: Intel leads 9660 to 4555 in multi-core and 1363 to 643 in single-core, both with a delta of -52.8%. The R15 results are similarly lopsided, with Intel leading 2318 to 1093 in multi-core and 327 to 154 in single-core.

The PassMark suite reveals where the Intel advantage is largest. Floating-point math shows Intel at 66558 versus AMD at 24115, a delta of -63.8%. The physics test shows an even larger gap, with Intel scoring 2093 against 552, a delta of -73.6%. Prime number finding, a test sensitive to raw integer throughput and core count, shows Intel at 122 versus AMD at 31, a delta of -74.6%.

The smallest margins appear in single-threaded and integer workloads. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 3873 against AMD at 3089, a delta of -20.2%. Integer math shows Intel at 87844 against AMD at 44665, a delta of -49.2%. Data encryption shows Intel at 18225 against AMD at 9564, a delta of -47.5%. These results confirm that while the AMD processor is closer in some areas, it does not win any category.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 10 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the AMD processor include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE includes Radeon Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-14490F has no integrated graphics, listed as N/A.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD processor supports DDR4 memory. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has a boost clock of 4.20 GHz.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has a TDP of 35 watts. The Intel Core i5-14490F has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-14490F has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE has 8 MB of L3 cache.

Specification Differences

The processors differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses the Zen 3 architecture, while the Intel Core i5-14490F uses Raptor Lake. The AMD part is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC; the Intel part uses a 10 nm process at Intel. The AMD die size is 180 mm², the Intel die size is 215 mm².

Core counts differ: 4 cores and 8 threads for AMD, 10 cores and 16 threads for Intel. Base clocks are 3.60 GHz for AMD and 2.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.20 GHz for AMD and 5.00 GHz for Intel. The TDP is 35 watts for AMD and 65 watts for Intel.

Cache configurations differ across all levels. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3.

Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR4 only, Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD processor records a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s; no bandwidth figure is recorded for the Intel part. ECC support is present on the AMD processor but absent on the Intel processor.

PCIe support differs: AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are present on the AMD processor as Radeon Vega 6, and absent on the Intel processor. The sockets differ: AMD Socket AM4 for the AMD part, Intel Socket 1700 for the Intel part. The AMD processor has a part number of 100-000001751, while the Intel processor has a part number of SRN35.

The Verdict

The benchmark data shows that the Intel Core i5-14490F is the stronger processor in every recorded test. Its advantage ranges from -20.2% in single-thread performance to -74.6% in prime number finding. The Intel part's 10 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 5.00 GHz boost clock and 24 MB of L3 cache, give it a decisive edge across Cinebench and PassMark workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE does have characteristics that distinguish it. It supports ECC memory, includes integrated graphics, and operates at a 35-watt TDP. It also uses the older AM4 socket and PCIe Gen 3. For systems that require ECC support or do not use a discrete graphics card, the AMD processor provides those capabilities. The Intel processor requires a separate graphics solution due to its lack of integrated graphics.

For pure processing performance, the Intel Core i5-14490F is the clear choice based on the recorded data. Its percentile rank of 86 versus the AMD part's 71 reflects its position in the broader CPU landscape. The average benchmark score of 38149 for the Intel part versus 17482 for the AMD part reinforces this conclusion. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE remains a viable low-power option with specific features, but the performance gap in the database is substantial.