AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data delivers an unambiguous result: the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins every recorded head-to-head test against the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G, taking 17 of 17 comparisons. The margins vary considerably by workload, from a modest single-thread gap to outright dominance in floating-point and prime-number workloads.

Starting with the Cinebench suite, the Intel part leads by nearly identical margins across all six tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core Ultra 5 225T scores 21,971 versus 12,359 for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G, a 43.7% advantage. The single-core R23 result shows 3,101 versus 1,744, a 43.8% gap. Cinebench R20 multi-core delivers 9,227 against 5,190 (43.8% ahead), and R20 single-core shows 1,302 versus 732, again 43.8%. The R15 runs follow the same pattern: multi-core 2,214 versus 1,245 and single-core 312 versus 175, both at 43.8-43.9% deltas. These consistent percentages across generations of the Cinebench renderer indicate a structural performance difference rather than workload-specific artifacts.

PassMark tests reveal where the gap widens or narrows. The largest Intel victory comes in floating-point math: 82,751 versus 23,374, a 71.8% lead. Prime number finding shows 284 versus 47, an 83.5% gap, the biggest margin in the entire dataset. Physics simulation favors Intel at 2,053 versus 772, a 62.4% advantage. Data encryption shows 18,289 versus 8,607, a 52.9% delta. Multi-threaded PassMark scores 25,358 versus 13,368, a 47.3% gap.

The smallest Intel wins appear in single-thread tests and random string sorting. PassMark single-thread and single-threaded variants both record 4,348 versus 3,550, an 18.4% advantage. Random string sorting shows 28,774 versus 19,703, a 31.5% delta. Integer math delivers 59,543 versus 37,292 (37.4% ahead), extended instructions 20,083 versus 11,451 (43% ahead), and data compression 233,998 versus 150,567 (35.7% ahead).

The aggregate benchmark score reflects this sweep: the Intel part averages 30,468 across all tests, while the AMD part averages 17,278. The Intel processor sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, compared to the 71st percentile for the AMD chip. Notably, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12450H at 17,239 (0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 3 210 at 17,321 (-0.2% delta), placing it in a mid-range cluster. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T instead sits alongside the Intel Core i9-11980HK at 30,422 (0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS at 30,390 (0.3% delta), a substantially higher performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmarks in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins all 17 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G records zero wins in this dataset.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The biggest margin appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel part scores 284 versus 47, a delta of 83.5%. Floating-point math follows closely at 71.8% (82,751 versus 23,374).

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T leads by 18.4% in PassMark single-thread tests (4,348 versus 3,550) and by 43.8% in Cinebench R23 single-core (3,101 versus 1,744).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 cores and 10 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T ranks at the 82nd percentile, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G ranks at the 71st percentile.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5 with dual-channel memory buses. The Intel part has a higher recorded memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s for the AMD part.

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 die, manufactured on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses the Arrow Lake architecture on the Arrow Lake-S die, built on a 3 nm process, also at TSMC. The Intel chip carries 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die, while the AMD chip has 20,900 million transistors on a smaller 137 mm² die.

Cache layouts diverge sharply. The AMD part allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel part provides 192 KB of L1 per core and 3 MB of L2 per core, with 20 MB of shared L3. This larger cache hierarchy on the Intel side likely contributes to its advantages in memory-sensitive workloads.

The core count difference is structural: the AMD chip uses 4 cores with simultaneous multithreading to reach 8 threads, while the Intel chip uses 10 physical cores without SMT, yielding 10 threads. Both boost to 4.90 GHz, but the AMD base clock sits higher at 3.40 GHz versus 2.50 GHz for Intel. The Intel part compensates with more cores and a larger cache footprint.

PCIe capabilities differ as well. The Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes. Both target the desktop market segment and remain in active production. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. ECC memory support exists only on the AMD side. Integrated graphics differ: the AMD chip uses Radeon 740M, while the Intel chip uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show these direct differences between the two processors:

• Cores: AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has 4; Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10.
• Threads: AMD has 8; Intel has 10.
• Base clock: AMD runs at 3.40 GHz; Intel runs at 2.50 GHz.
• Boost clock: Both reach 4.90 GHz.
• TDP: Both are rated at 65 watts.
• Socket: AMD uses Socket AM5; Intel uses Socket 1851.
• Architecture: AMD uses Zen 4; Intel uses Arrow Lake.
• Process node: AMD uses 4 nm; Intel uses 3 nm.
• Transistors: AMD has 20,900 million; Intel has 17,800 million.
• Die size: AMD measures 137 mm²; Intel measures 243 mm².
• L1 cache: AMD has 64 KB per core; Intel has 192 KB per core.
• L2 cache: AMD has 1 MB per core; Intel has 3 MB per core.
• L3 cache: AMD has 8 MB shared; Intel has 20 MB shared.
• Memory bandwidth: AMD records 83.2 GB/s; Intel records 102.4 GB/s.
• ECC memory: Supported on AMD; not supported on Intel.
• PCIe: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes; Intel provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes.
• Integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon 740M; Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU.
• Release date: AMD launched on April 15, 2024; Intel launched on December 31, 2024.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows no benchmark category where the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G takes the lead. Every recorded test, from Cinebench rendering to PassMark math and encryption, favors the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T. The AMD part's closest showing appears in single-thread PassMark tests, where the 18.4% deficit is the smallest of any category. For workloads that depend heavily on single-thread responsiveness, such as lightly threaded applications or legacy software, the AMD chip comes closest to parity.

The Intel processor wins decisively in every multi-threaded and compute-heavy scenario. Its 71.8% lead in floating-point math and 83.5% lead in prime number finding indicate strong advantages for scientific computing, financial modeling, and any task with heavy mathematical operations. The 52.9% encryption advantage and 47.3% multi-thread lead reinforce its position for security-related and parallel workloads. Data compression at 35.7% ahead and integer math at 37.4% ahead cover common productivity tasks.

For the AMD side, the only realistic use-case advantage comes from its ECC memory support and lower transistor count on a smaller die, which may appeal to specific reliability-focused deployments. The higher base clock of 3.40 GHz suggests better sustained low-thread frequency characteristics, though recorded benchmarks do not show this translating into wins. The AMD part also uses Gen 4 PCIe, which may suffice for many peripherals, but the Intel part's Gen 5 support with more lanes accommodates higher-bandwidth expansion.

The Verdict

The benchmark data directs a clear choice toward the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T for any performance-oriented desktop build. The Intel processor finishes ahead in all 17 head-to-head tests, with an average benchmark score of 30,468 versus 17,278 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. Its 82nd percentile ranking versus 71st places it in a higher performance tier overall, and its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-11980HK and AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, while the AMD chip competes with the Intel Core i5-12450H and AMD Ryzen 3 210.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G retains relevance only for specific requirements: ECC memory support, the smaller 137 mm² die with 20,900 million transistors, and the higher 3.40 GHz base clock. For users who need ECC reliability or prefer AMD's platform, the chip delivers acceptable desktop performance, but the recorded benchmarks show no workload where it surpasses the Intel alternative.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T justifies selection on performance merits alone. Its 10 cores without SMT, 20 MB of L3 cache, 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth, and Gen 5 PCIe support combine to produce consistently higher scores across rendering, math, encryption, and single-thread tests. The 65-watt TDP on both parts means the Intel chip achieves its advantages within the same power envelope, making it the stronger all-around desktop processor according to the database measurements.