AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G wins 10 of 17 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 3 304 takes 7. But the margins tell a more interesting story than the raw count.

The AMD processor dominates in multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 12,359 against Intel's 5,263, a staggering 134.8% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison. The R15 multi-core test shows a similar pattern, with AMD at 1,245 versus Intel's 849, a 46.6% lead. Even in R20 multi-core, AMD's 5,190 beats Intel's 4,160 by 24.8%.

Integer math is another decisive AMD win. The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 37,292 in PassMark integer math versus 24,640 for the Core 3 304, a 51.3% gap. Data compression also favors AMD heavily: 150,567 versus 114,775, a 31.2% advantage. Random string sorting shows AMD ahead by 44.2% (19,703 versus 13,659), and extended instructions favor AMD by 18.2% (11,451 versus 9,686).

The Intel Core 3 304, however, claims several notable victories. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel scores 264 versus AMD's 175, a 33.7% margin that stands as Intel's largest win. Floating-point math also goes to Intel, 29,722 versus 23,374, a 21.4% advantage. The find-prime-numbers test shows Intel at 68 versus AMD's 47, a 30.9% lead. Physics simulation favors Intel at 868 versus 772, an 11.1% edge.

Single-thread performance is close but consistently Intel-favoring. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel's 1,765 barely edges AMD's 1,744, a 1.2% difference. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 3,614 versus 3,550, a 1.8% gap. Interestingly, Cinebench R20 single-core breaks this pattern: AMD wins 732 to 587, a 24.7% margin. This inconsistency across Cinebench versions is curious and suggests workload-dependent behavior.

Data encryption is nearly a tie, with AMD at 8,607 and Intel at 8,501, a 1.2% difference. PassMark multithread favors AMD by 15% (13,368 versus 11,625).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has an average benchmark score of 17,278, while the Intel Core 3 304 averages 13,745. AMD also sits at the 71st percentile among all CPUs, compared to Intel's 68th percentile.

Q: How does the AMD processor compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is nearly tied with the Intel Core i5-12450H (0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 3 210 (0.2% behind), and the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (0.3% behind). It leads the Intel Core i5-11400F by 0.6%.

Q: What are the Intel Core 3 304's closest competitors in the database?

A: The Core 3 304 sits within 1.4% of several processors. It trails the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX by 0.3%, the Intel Core i7-8750H by 0.9%, and the AMD EPYC 7443 by 1.4%. It leads the Intel Core 5 120UL by 1.1%.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 3 304 does not. AMD also uses dual-channel memory, whereas Intel uses a single-channel configuration.

Q: What is the Intel Core 3 304's launch MSRP?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G provides 14 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel Core 3 304 provides 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes (CPU only).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix2 codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It packs 20,900 million transistors into a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on Intel's 3 nm process. Intel does not report transistor count or die size in the database.

Core configurations differ significantly. AMD uses 4 cores with 8 threads, enabling simultaneous multithreading. Intel uses 5 cores with 5 threads, meaning no multithreading at all. This explains part of AMD's multi-core dominance despite having fewer physical cores. Cache hierarchies reflect this too: AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. Intel provides 192 KB total L1, 2.5 MB total L2, and 6 MB shared L3.

The memory architecture diverges sharply. AMD supports DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but over a single-channel bus, yielding 59.7 GB/s. This 23.5 GB/s bandwidth difference likely contributes to AMD's compression and sorting advantages. ECC memory is available on AMD but not Intel.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD includes a Radeon 740M, while Intel includes Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The database records no graphics benchmarks, so relative GPU performance remains unquantified here.

The market positioning is also distinct: AMD targets Desktop with Socket AM5, while Intel targets Mobile with BGA 1516. The AMD processor launched in April 2024; Intel's release date is April 2026. Both are currently Active in production status.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 5 |

| Threads | 8 | 5 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | (not reported) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | (not reported) |

| Die size | 137 mm² | (not reported) |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB total |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2.5 MB total |

| L3 cache | 8 MB shared | 6 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

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

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is the clear choice for multi-threaded, CPU-intensive workloads. Its 134.8% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 51.3% advantage in integer math indicate strong performance for compilation, rendering, data processing, and other parallel tasks. The 31.2% data compression advantage and 44.2% random string sorting lead make it well-suited for file archiving and database-style workloads. The 18.2% extended instructions win suggests solid performance in workloads using modern SIMD instruction sets.

The Intel Core 3 304 excels in specific math-heavy and physics-oriented tasks. Its 21.4% floating-point math lead and 30.9% find-prime-numbers advantage point to strong scalar floating-point throughput. The 11.1% physics simulation win indicates good performance in physics-based calculations. Single-thread workloads generally favor Intel, with consistent but modest leads in PassMark single-thread (1.8%) and Cinebench R23 single-core (1.2%), though Cinebench R20 single-core contradicts this with AMD ahead by 24.7%.

The Intel processor's 15 W TDP versus AMD's 65 W TDP makes it dramatically more power-efficient on paper. This, combined with its Mobile market segment, positions it for battery-constrained environments. AMD's Desktop segment and AM5 socket suggest a traditional desktop build, while Intel's BGA 1516 socket means it is soldered to a motherboard rather than upgradeable.

The Verdict

The data indicates two processors optimized for different priorities. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G delivers substantially higher multi-core throughput, with a 134.8% Cinebench R23 multi-core advantage that dwarfs any Intel counter-win. Its dual-channel memory, ECC support, and 14 PCIe lanes make it the more capable platform for productivity and server-adjacent workloads. The 71st percentile ranking versus Intel's 68th confirms AMD's overall standing in the database.

The Intel Core 3 304 offers a different value proposition. Its 15 W TDP, 3 nm process, and mobile form factor target efficiency and portability. The single-thread wins, particularly the 33.7% Cinebench R15 single-core margin, show that Intel holds an advantage in lightly threaded scenarios. The 5-core, 5-thread configuration without SMT limits its multi-thread ceiling, as evidenced by the 52.7% average benchmark score deficit.

For workloads dominated by parallel processing, memory bandwidth, and data manipulation, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is the stronger choice based on recorded measurements. For floating-point math, physics simulation, and power-constrained mobile use, the Intel Core 3 304 holds the edge. The 17 head-to-head tests split 10-7 in AMD's favor, but the magnitude of AMD's multi-core wins far exceeds the size of Intel's single-thread victories.