AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core 7 253PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive sweep: the Intel Core 7 253PQE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head tests against the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. The margin is substantial in nearly every category, though it narrows in single-threaded workloads.

The largest gap appears in PassMark floating point math, where Intel scores 105,279 against AMD's 23,374, a delta of 77.8%. Integer math shows a similar story: 137,795 versus 37,292, a 72.9% deficit for the AMD part. Prime number search is the most lopsided test, with Intel at 206 versus AMD's 47, a 77.2% difference.

Cinebench results reinforce the pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip records 31,390 while AMD manages 12,359, a 60.6% gap. The R20 multi-core test shows 13,183 versus 5,190, also 60.6% behind. Single-core Cinebench R23 puts Intel at 4,431 against AMD's 1,744, a 60.6% difference. Cinebench R15 and R20 single-core tests show nearly identical relative gaps at 60.8% and 60.7% respectively.

Memory-related workloads follow the same trend. PassMark data compression gives Intel 487,335 against AMD's 150,567, a 69.1% margin. Data encryption sees Intel at 25,515 versus 8,607, a 66.3% gap. Random string sorting favors Intel 54,222 to 19,703, a 63.7% difference. Extended instructions put Intel at 32,390 versus 11,451, a 64.6% gap.

The closest contest appears in PassMark single-threaded performance. Intel scores 4,389 versus AMD's 3,550, a 19.1% advantage. While still a clear win, this is the smallest relative margin in the entire comparison. PassMark multi-thread shows Intel at 41,656 versus 13,368, a 67.9% gap. Physics testing gives Intel 2,970 versus AMD's 772, a 74% difference.

Average benchmark scores place the Intel part at 55,919, while AMD sits at 17,278. The Intel chip ranks in the 91st percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the AMD part sits in the 71st percentile. The Intel Core 7 253PQE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-14900HX with an average score of 56,004 (0.2% higher) and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 at 56,273 (0.6% higher). By contrast, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G's closest competitor is the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 at 17,333, which is 0.3% ahead, and the Intel Core i5-12450H at 17,239, which trails by 0.2%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. AMD uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, built on TSMC's 4 nm process. Intel uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process. AMD's chip contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while Intel does not disclose transistor count or die size in the database.

The core configurations diverge sharply. AMD offers 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel offers 10 cores and 20 threads. This 2.5x core advantage and 2.5x thread advantage explains much of the multi-threaded benchmark disparity. Base clocks are similar: 3.40 GHz for AMD versus 3.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks differ more meaningfully, with Intel reaching 5.70 GHz versus AMD's 4.90 GHz.

Cache hierarchies also differ. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The larger L3 cache on Intel is a notable difference for workloads that benefit from shared data residency.

Memory support separates the two as well. AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD's memory bandwidth is rated at 83.2 GB/s, while Intel's is 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation and lane count. AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only). Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The newer PCIe generation on Intel provides more bandwidth per lane for compatible devices.

Integrated graphics differ: AMD includes Radeon 740M graphics, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. Both parts have locked multipliers, so neither supports unlocked overclocking through multiplier adjustment.

Power characteristics differ substantially. AMD has a 65 W TDP, while Intel has a 125 W TDP. The Intel part consumes considerably more power, which aligns with its higher core count and boost clock.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins everywhere in this comparison, but the nature of its advantage varies by workload type. In multi-threaded rendering workloads like Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel part is roughly 2.5 times faster. This aligns with its 10-core, 20-thread configuration versus AMD's 4-core, 8-thread setup. Workloads that scale with core count, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and compilation tasks, will see the largest gains.

In single-threaded tasks, the Intel advantage shrinks considerably. PassMark single-thread shows only a 19.1% gap. This suggests that for lightly threaded applications, the AMD part is comparatively more competitive, though still behind. The Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 4.90 GHz contributes to this advantage.

Data compression and encryption workloads show large Intel leads of 69.1% and 66.3% respectively. These workloads benefit from both the core count and the larger L3 cache. Floating point and integer math, which are core-count sensitive, show the biggest deltas at 77.8% and 72.9%.

The AMD part does not win any recorded test. Its 71st percentile ranking places it among mid-range desktop processors. The Intel part's 91st percentile ranking places it near the top of the database, alongside high-end parts like the Intel Core i9-14900HX and AMD Ryzen AI Max 390.

For users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded data. For users running mostly single-threaded applications, the AMD part is less far behind, but still measurably slower in every measured test.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Intel Core 7 253PQE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 20 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not specified |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not specified |

| Die size | 137 mm² | Not specified |

| 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 | 33 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 770 |

| Release date | 2024-04-15 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $409 |

Both processors support ECC memory, both have locked multipliers, and both use dual-channel memory buses. The Intel part was released later, and the database lists a launch MSRP of $409 for Intel, while AMD's launch MSRP is not specified.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How much faster is the Intel part in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 31,390 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 60.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G's score of 12,359.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G and the Intel Core 7 253PQE support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 5?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G supports PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

Q: What is the smallest benchmark gap between the two?

A: The smallest gap is in PassMark single-thread performance, where the Intel part leads by 19.1% (4,389 versus 3,550).

Q: How does the Intel part compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE's nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-14900HX with an average score of 56,004, which is 0.2% higher. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is 0.6% higher, and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 is 0.7% higher.

The Verdict

The recorded data presents an unambiguous result. The Intel Core 7 253PQE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G in every one of the 17 benchmark tests in the database. The Intel part delivers roughly 2.5 times the multi-threaded performance in Cinebench tests, and it maintains a lead in single-threaded workloads as well, though by a smaller margin.

The Intel part's 10-core, 20-thread configuration, 5.70 GHz boost clock, 33 MB L3 cache, and PCIe Gen 5 support make it the stronger choice for multi-threaded productivity, content creation, and any workload that scales with core count. Its 91st percentile ranking places it in the company of high-end desktop and mobile processors. The AMD part's 71st percentile ranking places it in the mid-range category, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core i5-12450H and the AMD Ryzen 5 4500.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G does offer advantages in platform efficiency. Its 65 W TDP is less than half the Intel part's 125 W TDP, and its 4 nm process node is smaller than Intel's 10 nm node. The AMD part also supports DDR5 memory and includes Radeon 740M integrated graphics. For applications that are not heavily multi-threaded, the performance gap narrows to under 20% in single-threaded PassMark testing.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE is the appropriate choice for users who prioritize raw performance across all workload types. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is the appropriate choice for users who prioritize lower power consumption and who primarily run lightly threaded applications where the performance difference is less pronounced. The data does not show any workload category where the AMD part takes the lead.