AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive picture: the Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons against the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. The most lopsided results appear in compute-heavy workloads. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Intel part scores 26,455 against 12,359 for the AMD, a delta of -53.3%. The same -53.3% gap repeats across Cinebench R15 multicore (2,666 vs 1,245), R20 multicore (11,111 vs 5,190), and R20 singlecore (1,568 vs 732). Single-thread performance follows the same pattern: Cinebench R15 singlecore shows 376 for Intel versus 175 for AMD, a -53.5% difference, and R23 singlecore lands at 3,734 against 1,744, again -53.3%.

Outside Cinebench, the gaps widen further in certain math workloads. PassMark floating point math gives the Intel part 76,468 versus 23,374 for AMD, a -69.4% delta. PassMark physics shows Intel at 2,493 and AMD at 772, a -69% difference. Prime number finding is the single largest margin: Intel scores 159, AMD scores 47, a -70.4% delta. Integer math also favors Intel heavily: 99,819 against 37,292, a -62.6% delta. Data compression shows Intel at 346,623 versus 150,567 for AMD, a -56.6% delta.

The narrowest margins appear in single-threaded PassMark tests. PassMark single thread gives Intel 4,219 and AMD 3,550, a -15.9% delta. Random string sorting shows Intel at 35,798 versus 19,703 for AMD, a -45% delta. Data encryption records Intel at 18,448 and AMD at 8,607, a -53.3% delta. Extended instructions favor Intel at 24,672 versus 11,451, a -53.6% delta. PassMark multithread shows Intel at 31,124 and AMD at 13,368, a -57% delta.

The average benchmark score reinforces the hierarchy: Intel averages 40,585, AMD averages 17,278. The Intel part sits at the 87th percentile across all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 71st percentile. Even the closest head-to-head result, the -15.9% single-thread PassMark gap, leaves no ambiguity about which processor leads in every measured category.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE boosts to 5.20 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G boosts to 4.90 GHz.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 26,455, which is 53.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G at 12,359.

Q: Does the Intel part have more cores and threads?

A: Yes. The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: Both support ECC memory. The AMD uses DDR5 exclusively, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the largest performance gap in the head-to-head data?

A: The PassMark find prime numbers test shows the biggest delta at -70.4%. Intel scores 159, AMD scores 47.

Q: What is the smallest performance gap in the head-to-head data?

A: The PassMark single thread test shows the smallest delta at -15.9%. Intel scores 4,219, AMD scores 3,550.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Phoenix2 codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It packs 20,900 million transistors into a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel part offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Intel L3 cache is three times larger, which explains part of its advantage in data-heavy workloads like compression and encryption.

Memory support also diverges. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, in dual-channel configuration, with 83.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. ECC memory is available on both.

PCIe connectivity differs. The AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics also vary: the AMD uses the Radeon 740M, while the Intel uses the UHD Graphics 730.

The socket and platform requirements are incompatible. The AMD part fits AMD Socket AM5. The Intel part fits Intel Socket 1700. Both are desktop parts, both are currently active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear division of roles. The Intel Core 5 223PE dominates every benchmark in the database, with an average score of 40,585 versus 17,278 for the AMD. Its percentile ranking of 87 versus 71 places it in a different performance tier. The Intel part delivers more than double the multicore throughput in Cinebench R23, and its floating point and physics results indicate strong compute capability.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G cannot match that output, but it does offer a smaller footprint in terms of process node and die size. Its 4 nm TSMC process versus Intel's 10 nm process means the AMD part uses a more advanced manufacturing node. The AMD part also uses fewer transistors, which typically correlates with lower power draw, though the database records both parts at a 65 W TDP.

For workloads that depend on raw core count, threads, and cache capacity, the Intel part is the only rational choice. Its 8 cores and 16 threads double the AMD's 4 cores and 8 threads, and its 24 MB of L3 cache triples the AMD's 8 MB. The Intel part also boosts 300 MHz higher than the AMD part.

For systems constrained by platform choices, the AMD part has its own logic. It requires AM5, which is a current-generation socket, and it uses DDR5 memory exclusively. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, which gives it broader memory compatibility but also means it can be paired with older DDR4 platforms. The AMD part's smaller die and newer process node make it a more compact, potentially more efficient option on paper.

The data does not support a single-threaded win for AMD. Even the closest result, the PassMark single thread test, shows Intel ahead by 15.9%. There is no benchmark in the database where the AMD part wins.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Intel Core 5 223PE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 8 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $232 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins every measured category, but the margins vary by workload. For multi-threaded rendering tasks, the Cinebench R23 multicore result of 26,455 versus 12,359 shows a 53.3% advantage. That gap holds steady across all Cinebench generations, indicating consistent multicore superiority. For floating point math, the Intel part's 76,468 score versus 23,374 represents a 69.4% lead, making it the stronger choice for scientific or simulation workloads. Physics calculations show a 69% lead, and prime number finding shows a 70.4% lead, both pointing to heavy compute tasks as the Intel part's home turf.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G does not win any benchmark, but its profile suggests a different use case. Its 4 nm process node and 137 mm² die size make it a physically smaller part. Its 65 W TDP matches the Intel part, but the AMD uses fewer cores and less cache, which typically translates to simpler cooling requirements. The AMD part also uses DDR5 exclusively, which aligns with newer platform builds.

For single-threaded tasks, the Intel part still leads, but the margin shrinks to 15.9% in PassMark single thread. This means the AMD part is not far behind in lightly threaded workloads like basic office applications or web browsing. The Intel part's 5.20 GHz boost clock versus 4.90 GHz for AMD explains part of that advantage.

For memory-intensive workloads, the Intel part has the edge in both bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s) and cache size (24 MB versus 8 MB L3). The data compression test shows a 56.6% lead for Intel, and random string sorting shows a 45% lead, both reflecting the larger cache and higher thread count.

For platform flexibility, the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD part is DDR5-only. The Intel part also offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, double the lane count of the AMD's Gen 4 with 14 lanes. The AMD part's advantage lies in its smaller process node and die size, plus its AM5 socket, which is a current platform.

The database records no benchmark where the AMD part takes the lead. The Intel part is the performance pick across all 17 head-to-head tests. The AMD part remains a viable option for builders prioritizing a newer process node, a smaller die, and DDR5-only memory in an AM5 platform, provided the performance gap is acceptable.