AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 scores 12,981 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 3.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE's 12,511. The Intel part wins all six Cinebench tests in the head-to-head comparison.

Q: Are there any workloads where the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE beats the Intel Core 5 315?

A: Yes, the AMD chip wins three tests: PassMark data compression (162,623 vs. 146,143, an 11.3% advantage), PassMark integer math (40,348 vs. 31,690, a 27.3% advantage), and PassMark random string sorting (20,134 vs. 17,551, a 14.7% advantage).

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

A: The biggest delta is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel Core 5 315 scores 112 versus 52 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE, a 53.6% difference. The second largest is PassMark floating point math, where Intel leads by 40.5% (42,441 vs. 25,258).

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Despite having fewer physical cores, the AMD part uses simultaneous multithreading to reach 8 threads.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these two chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has a 35W TDP, while the Intel Core 5 315 has a 15W TDP. The Intel part is rated for significantly lower power consumption.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core 5 315 does not. This is a notable distinction for reliability-focused builds.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is built on TSMC's 4 nm process node using the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename. It belongs to the 8000 series and the Ryzen 3 generation. The Intel Core 5 315 uses Intel's 3 nm process node with the Wildcat Lake codename, part of the Core 5 generation. Both chips are currently in active production.

The AMD processor packs 20,900 million transistors into a 137 mm² die. The Intel part does not have transistor or die size figures recorded in the database. In terms of cache hierarchy, the AMD chip offers 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip has a different layout: 192 KB of L1 cache total, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD design allocates L2 per core, while the Intel design pools a smaller total L2.

Memory support differs substantially. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE supports DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus and a peak memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 315 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but uses a single-channel memory bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. That is a 23.5 GB/s bandwidth deficit for the Intel part, which can affect memory-sensitive workloads. ECC memory is supported on the AMD chip but not on the Intel chip.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the Intel processor provides Gen 4 with only 6 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics are present on both: the AMD chip features Radeon 740M graphics, and the Intel chip features Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The AMD part uses the AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses the Intel BGA 1516 socket, indicating a soldered mobile platform. The AMD chip is a desktop part; the Intel chip is a mobile part. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 315 wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, with the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE taking 3. The average benchmark score in the database is 18,505 for the AMD chip and 18,188 for the Intel chip, placing both at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs. The AMD part's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-13420H (18,511, 0% delta), Intel Core i3-14100F (18,519, -0.1%), Intel Core i3-13100 (18,380, 0.7%), and Intel Core 7 360 (18,374, 0.7%). The Intel part's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9274F (18,189, 0% delta), Intel Core i7-9700 (18,180, 0%), Intel Core i7-1365U (18,177, 0.1%), and AMD Ryzen 7 5700U (18,176, 0.1%).

In Cinebench testing, the Intel Core 5 315 holds a consistent edge across all versions and both single-core and multi-core workloads. In Cinebench R15, Intel leads multi-core 1,308 to 1,260 (3.7%) and single-core 184 to 177 (3.8%). In Cinebench R20, Intel leads multi-core 5,452 to 5,254 (3.6%) and single-core 769 to 741 (3.6%). In Cinebench R23, Intel leads multi-core 12,981 to 12,511 (3.6%) and single-core 1,832 to 1,766 (3.6%). These are modest but consistent margins, suggesting a small architectural efficiency advantage for the Intel core design in render workloads.

PassMark results tell a more varied story. The Intel chip wins PassMark multithread with 15,272 versus 14,403, a 5.7% margin. It also wins PassMark single-thread with 4,021 versus 3,828, a 4.8% margin. The Intel chip dominates in physics (1,163 vs. 857, 26.3% ahead), floating point math (42,441 vs. 25,258, 40.5% ahead), find prime numbers (112 vs. 52, 53.6% ahead), data encryption (11,119 vs. 9,224, 17% ahead), and extended instructions (13,143 vs. 12,313, 6.3% ahead). The AMD chip answers with decisive wins in integer math (40,348 vs. 31,690, 27.3% ahead), random string sorting (20,134 vs. 17,551, 14.7% ahead), and data compression (162,623 vs. 146,143, 11.3% ahead).

The pattern is clear: the Intel Core 5 315 excels in floating-point, encryption, and prime-number workloads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE counters in integer-heavy, compression, and sorting tasks. For general productivity and content creation, the Intel chip's Cinebench sweep gives it the edge in rendering. For data compression and integer workloads, the AMD chip is the stronger choice.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD chip has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz; the Intel chip has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The AMD chip's higher base clock reflects its desktop-oriented design, while the Intel chip's lower base clock aligns with its mobile segment.

TDP ratings differ significantly: 35W for AMD versus 15W for Intel. The process node differs: 4 nm TSMC for AMD versus 3 nm Intel for Intel. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5; the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1516. The AMD chip is a desktop market segment part, while the Intel chip is a mobile market segment part. The AMD chip has a release date of April 15, 2024; the Intel chip has a release date of April 15, 2026. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $340; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Memory support diverges: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bus width differs: dual-channel for AMD versus single-channel for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD versus 59.7 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel. PCIe lane counts differ: 14 CPU lanes for AMD versus 6 CPU lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics differ: Radeon 740M for AMD versus Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores for Intel. Cache configurations differ: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3; Intel has 192 KB total L1, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The AMD part has 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die; Intel has no recorded transistor count or die size. Part numbers are 100-000001189 for AMD and SAEFC for Intel.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 5 315 is the better choice for users who prioritize rendering performance, floating-point math, encryption, and physics workloads. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, including every Cinebench test, with margins ranging from 3.6% to 53.6%. Its 6-core, 6-thread configuration and 3 nm process node deliver higher single-thread scores (4,021 vs. 3,828 in PassMark, a 4.8% edge) and stronger multi-core results (15,272 vs. 14,403 in PassMark multithread, a 5.7% edge). The Intel chip also operates at a 15W TDP, which is less than half the AMD chip's 35W rating, making it the more power-efficient option on paper.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is the better choice for users who need compression, integer math, or random string sorting performance. Its 27.3% lead in PassMark integer math and 14.7% lead in random string sorting are substantial. The 11.3% advantage in data compression makes it attractive for archiving and database workloads. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, which is a critical feature for error-sensitive applications, and it offers a dual-channel memory bus with 83.2 GB/s of bandwidth versus the Intel chip's 59.7 GB/s single-channel bus. Its 14 PCIe Gen 4 lanes provide more expansion headroom than the Intel chip's 6 lanes.

The database shows both processors sitting at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs, with average scores of 18,505 for AMD and 18,188 for Intel. The AMD chip's nearest rivals are all Intel Core i3 and i5 parts, while the Intel chip's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9274F and Ryzen 7 5700U. The Intel Core 5 315 is a mobile part with a BGA socket, so it is not a drop-in upgrade for desktop systems. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses the AM5 socket, which suits desktop builds. For a mobile platform with strong all-around performance and low power draw, the Intel Core 5 315 wins the majority of tests. For a desktop platform with ECC support, higher memory bandwidth, and specific integer-heavy workloads, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE holds clear advantages where it counts.