AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core i3-14100T Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two processors into distinct personalities. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G wins the majority of head-to-head tests, taking 11 of 17 comparisons, while the Intel Core i3-14100T secures 6 wins. But the distribution of those wins tells a more interesting story than the raw tally.

The AMD chip dominates the Cinebench suite across the board. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, both single-core and multi-core tests land in its favor by roughly 6% in every case. That consistency suggests a fundamental architectural advantage in rendering workloads. The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G also wins the single-threaded PassMark test, though by a narrower margin of 1.5%.

The Intel part fights back in specific computational tasks. Its biggest victories come in PassMark's floating point math, where it leads by 34.2%, and physics simulation, where it is 26% ahead. Prime number finding shows a 19.1% advantage for Intel. Integer math goes to Intel by 8%, and multithreaded PassMark performance favors Intel by 2.2%. Data compression is nearly a tie, with Intel ahead by just 1.4%.

The AMD chip counters with strong showings in memory and instruction-heavy workloads. Random string sorting shows a massive 20.9% lead for AMD, while extended instructions favor AMD by 9.1% and data encryption by 8.4%.

What does this mean for real-world use? The Cinebench sweep indicates AMD holds the edge in content creation and 3D rendering tasks. The PassMark results suggest Intel might be better suited for physics-based simulations and floating-point-heavy scientific computing. AMD's advantage in string sorting and encryption points toward database and security workloads.

The Verdict

Pick the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G if your primary workloads involve rendering, encryption, or mixed productivity tasks. Its consistent 6% lead across every Cinebench test makes it the safer choice for creative professionals, and the 8.4% encryption advantage matters for anyone handling sensitive data regularly.

Pick the Intel Core i3-14100T if your work leans toward physics simulation, floating-point mathematics, or prime number computation. The 26% physics lead and 34.2% floating point advantage are substantial enough to sway specialized workloads. The 8% integer math lead also helps in general number-crunching scenarios.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the AMD chip has a slight edge at 1.5% in PassMark single-thread and 6% in Cinebench R23 single-core. However, the average benchmark scores tell a nuanced story: Intel sits at 17648 while AMD sits at 17278, a difference of roughly 2%. Both processors land in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, meaning they occupy the same performance tier overall.

The data suggests a trade-off rather than a clear winner. AMD wins more tests, but Intel wins the tests where it matters for specific niches. Neither chip is dramatically faster overall, so the choice hinges on your specific application mix.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results are remarkably uniform. AMD wins R15 multi-core with a score of 1245 versus 1170 for Intel, a 6% gap. R15 single-core shows 175 versus 165, a 5.7% difference. R20 multi-core gives AMD 5190 against Intel's 4877, again 6%. R20 single-core is 732 versus 688, another 6% gap. R23 multi-core shows 12359 versus 11612, and R23 single-core gives 1744 versus 1639. Every Cinebench test lands within a narrow band of 5.7% to 6% in AMD's favor.

PassMark tells a different story. The largest single delta in the entire comparison is floating point math, where Intel scores 31379 against AMD's 23374. That 34.2% advantage is the most decisive result in either direction. Physics follows with Intel at 973 versus AMD at 772, a 26% lead. Prime number finding shows Intel at 56 versus AMD at 47, a 19.1% margin.

AMD's biggest win comes in random string sorting, where it scores 19703 against Intel's 15579, a 20.9% advantage. Extended instructions give AMD 11451 versus 10414, a 9.1% lead. Data encryption shows AMD at 8607 versus Intel's 7881, an 8.4% edge.

The multithreaded PassMark test is close: Intel at 13662 versus AMD at 13368, a 2.2% margin. Single-thread PassMark favors AMD at 3550 versus 3498, just 1.5% apart. Data compression is nearly identical, with Intel at 152636 and AMD at 150567, only 1.4% separating them.

Interestingly, the AMD chip's higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz versus Intel's 4.40 GHz does not translate into universal single-thread dominance. The Cinebench single-core tests show AMD ahead by 6%, but PassMark single-thread shows only 1.5%. Clock speed alone does not explain the performance gaps.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is better for Cinebench rendering workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G wins every Cinebench test. In R23 multi-core it scores 12359 versus Intel's 11612, and in R23 single-core it scores 1744 versus 1639, both roughly 6% ahead.

Q: Where does the Intel Core i3-14100T have its biggest advantage?

A: Intel leads by 34.2% in floating point math, 26% in physics simulation, and 19.1% in prime number finding. These are the three largest margins in the entire comparison.

Q: How do the two compare in encryption performance?

A: AMD wins data encryption with a score of 8607 against Intel's 7881, an 8.4% advantage. This suggests AMD handles encryption workloads more efficiently.

Q: Is there a difference in single-threaded performance?

A: AMD leads in both Cinebench R23 single-core (1744 versus 1639, a 6% gap) and PassMark single-thread (3550 versus 3498, a 1.5% gap). AMD's advantage is consistent but modest in this area.

Q: Which processor has better multithreaded performance?

A: It depends on the test. AMD wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with 12359 versus 11612, but Intel wins PassMark multithread with 13662 versus 13368. The Cinebench result points to AMD for heavily threaded rendering, while the PassMark result suggests Intel holds up in mixed multithreaded workloads.

Q: How close are the overall average benchmark scores?

A: Intel's average benchmark score is 17648, while AMD's is 17278. Both processors rank in the 71st percentile of all CPUs, so they perform at essentially the same tier despite their different strengths.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from fundamentally different design philosophies. Intel uses Raptor Lake architecture built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. AMD uses Zen 4 architecture in its Phoenix2 form, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm gives AMD a density and efficiency advantage on paper.

AMD's die size is 137 mm² with 20,900 million transistors. Intel's die size is 163 mm², and transistor count is not recorded in the database. The smaller die with more transistors for AMD reflects the more advanced manufacturing process.

Cache layouts differ substantially. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with 12 MB of shared L3. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with only 8 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger cache hierarchy could explain its wins in integer math and physics, where data reuse matters.

AMD's integrated graphics is the Radeon 740M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Both support ECC memory. AMD supports DDR5 memory only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. AMD's memory bandwidth is recorded at 83.2 GB/s.

The platforms diverge completely. Intel uses Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 providing 16 CPU lanes. AMD uses Socket AM5 with PCIe Gen 4 providing 14 CPU lanes. AMD trades newer PCIe generation for more lanes on Intel's side.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel Core i3-14100T has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. AMD runs at a 65 W TDP, while Intel runs at just 35 W. The Intel part's lower TDP makes it more suitable for compact systems with limited cooling.

Both processors have 4 cores and 8 threads, so the thread count is identical. AMD's process node is 4 nm from TSMC, while Intel's is 10 nm from Intel. AMD's die size is 137 mm², Intel's is 163 mm². AMD's transistor count is 20,900 million, Intel's is not recorded.

AMD supports only DDR5 memory, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. AMD's memory bandwidth is recorded at 83.2 GB/s. Cache configuration differs: Intel has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core with 12 MB shared L3, while AMD has 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core with 8 MB shared L3.

AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, Intel uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. AMD's integrated graphics is Radeon 740M, Intel's is UHD Graphics 730. Both support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates differ: Intel launched on January 7, 2024, while AMD launched on April 15, 2024. Intel has a recorded launch MSRP of $134. The part numbers are SRMX0 for Intel and 100-000001187 for AMD. Both are desktop parts with active production status.