AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Intel Core 3 201E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark record splits these two processors into distinct strengths. The Intel Core 3 201E wins 12 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins 5. The Intel part dominates in Cinebench across the board, taking every single-core and multi-core variant tested. It also wins PassMark's integer math, floating-point math, prime number finding, multithread, data compression, and physics tests. The AMD part, meanwhile, claims victory in data encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, and both single-thread PassMark entries.

The pattern is clear: Intel's wins are concentrated in compute-heavy workloads, particularly floating-point and physics calculations, where its margin is largest. AMD's wins are narrower in some cases but show a different character, with extended instructions and random string sorting suggesting strengths in specific instruction-level and memory-access patterns. For users prioritizing raw threaded rendering performance or general math throughput, the Intel chip is the consistent choice. For those working with encryption, sorting, or workloads that exercise extended instruction sets, AMD holds the edge.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. Intel's Core 3 201E uses Bartlett Lake, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry, with a die size of 163 mm². AMD's Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Phoenix2, fabricated by TSMC on a 4 nm process, with a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. The process node gap is substantial, with AMD's 4 nm being notably more advanced than Intel's 10 nm.

Both chips have 4 cores and 8 threads, so the core count does not differentiate them. Cache configurations do differ. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger cache hierarchy is a likely contributor to its wins in cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support also diverges. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel access and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. AMD supports DDR5 only, also dual-channel, but with a higher 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities favor Intel, which offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ: Intel has UHD Graphics 730, AMD has Radeon 740M.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

Starting with Cinebench, the Intel Core 3 201E wins every variant. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 1271 against AMD's 1260, a 0.9% margin. Single-core R15 shows 179 versus 177, a 1.1% lead. R20 multi-core sees 5297 against 5254, a 0.8% gap, and R20 single-core shows 747 versus 741, also 0.8%. R23 multi-core is 12613 versus 12511, and single-core is 1780 versus 1766, both at 0.8%. These margins are small, but consistent across every Cinebench test, indicating a stable advantage in both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering workloads.

The PassMark suite reveals larger swings. The biggest Intel win is in physics, where it scores 1141 against AMD's 857, a 33.1% lead. Floating-point math follows closely: 33260 versus 25258, a 31.7% advantage. Prime number finding goes to Intel at 57 versus 52, a 9.6% margin. Integer math also favors Intel: 43894 versus 40348, an 8.8% lead. Multithread scores 14839 versus 14403, a 3% edge. Data compression is close, with Intel at 164160 versus 162623, a 0.9% win.

AMD's wins are notable in specific areas. Random string sorting is its largest, with 20134 versus 17783, an 11.7% advantage. Extended instructions show 12313 versus 11035, a 10.4% lead. Single-thread PassMark scores 3828 versus 3482, a 9% margin, appearing in both single-thread entries. Data encryption is a narrower win: 9224 versus 8931, a 3.2% edge.

The overall average benchmark score reflects these results: Intel averages 19056, AMD averages 18505. Intel sits at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, AMD at the 72nd. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS at 19047 and Intel Core i5-12400F at 19039, both within 0.1%. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13420H at 18511 and Intel Core i3-14100F at 18519, with the latter 0.1% below AMD.

Specification Differences

The two chips differ in several recorded specifications beyond architecture. Base clocks: Intel runs at 3.60 GHz, AMD at 3.40 GHz. Boost clocks: Intel reaches 4.80 GHz, AMD reaches 4.90 GHz. Thermal design power is a major split: Intel is rated at 60 W, AMD at 35 W, making the AMD part significantly more power-efficient on paper.

Sockets differ: Intel uses LGA 1700, AMD uses AM5. Process node: Intel 10 nm versus AMD 4 nm. Transistor count is listed only for AMD at 20,900 million. Die size: Intel 163 mm², AMD 137 mm². L1 cache: Intel 80 KB per core, AMD 64 KB per core. L2 cache: Intel 1.25 MB per core, AMD 1 MB per core. L3 cache: Intel 12 MB shared, AMD 8 MB shared. Memory bandwidth: Intel 76.8 GB/s, AMD 83.2 GB/s. PCIe version and lanes: Intel Gen 5 with 16 lanes, AMD Gen 4 with 14 lanes. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 730, AMD Radeon 740M. Release dates: Intel was released on 2025-01-12, AMD on 2024-04-15. Intel has a launch MSRP of $134; AMD has no recorded launch MSRP. Both are active production parts, both are desktop segment, both have locked multipliers, and both support ECC memory.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE boosts to 4.90 GHz, while the Intel Core 3 201E boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which chip has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 8 MB.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 3 201E wins, scoring 12613 versus 12511, a 0.8% margin.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: The largest margin is in PassMark physics, where Intel leads by 33.1% with a score of 1141 against AMD's 857.

Q: Which chip has a lower thermal design power?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has a TDP of 35 W, while the Intel Core 3 201E is rated at 60 W.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core 3 201E supports DDR4; the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE supports DDR5 only.

The Verdict

The data points to the Intel Core 3 201E as the stronger all-around performer for compute-heavy workloads. It wins 12 of 17 tests, including every Cinebench variant, and its margins in physics and floating-point math are substantial, at 33.1% and 31.7% respectively. Its higher L3 cache, larger L2 per core, and higher base clock likely contribute to these results. The Intel chip also supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving platform flexibility, and offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE, however, is not without reason for selection. It wins in single-thread PassMark by 9%, in extended instructions by 10.4%, and in random string sorting by 11.7%. Its lower TDP of 35 W versus 60 W makes it a more power-efficient choice for compact or thermally constrained systems. Its 4 nm process and higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz also stand out in the record.

For users whose workloads are dominated by Cinebench-style rendering, math, or physics simulations, the Intel Core 3 201E is the clear pick from the recorded data. For those prioritizing power efficiency, single-thread PassMark performance, or specific instruction-heavy tasks like encryption and sorting, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE offers distinct advantages. Both parts sit at similar overall percentiles, 73rd versus 72nd, so neither is a generational leap over the other. The choice comes down to workload profile and platform preference, not raw dominance.