AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE and the Intel Core 9 273PE occupy opposite ends of the desktop performance spectrum. The AMD part is a 4-core, 8-thread processor built for efficiency, while the Intel part is a 12-core, 24-thread processor designed for heavy multi-threaded workloads. The recorded benchmark data shows a clear split: Intel wins 15 of the 17 head-to-head tests, often by large margins, while AMD takes the two single-threaded PassMark tests. This analysis breaks down where each processor wins, what the architecture differences mean, and which type of workload favors which chip.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE dominates every multi-threaded and compute-heavy workload in the database. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 31288 against the AMD chip's 12511, a 60% advantage. The pattern repeats across all rendering and math tests. PassMark floating point math shows Intel at 107884 versus AMD at 25258, a 76.6% lead. Integer math follows the same trend: Intel scores 139410, AMD scores 40348, a 71.1% gap. Data compression also favors Intel heavily, with a score of 405885 versus 162623, a 59.9% difference. Any workload that scales with core count or raw compute throughput belongs to Intel.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins in exactly one area: single-threaded PassMark performance. The AMD chip scores 3828 in PassMark single-thread, while the Intel chip scores 3650. That is a 4.9% advantage for AMD. This is notable because the Intel chip has a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus AMD's 4.90 GHz, yet the AMD architecture still delivers better per-thread results in this specific test. The Cinebench single-core tests tell a different story, with Intel winning R15, R20, and R23 by roughly 60% each, so the AMD single-thread win is isolated to the PassMark test suite.

The use-case split is straightforward. For rendering, compression, encryption, physics calculations, and any multi-threaded workload, the Intel Core 9 273PE is the clear choice. For applications that rely on a single thread and are measured by PassMark's methodology, the AMD chip has a small edge. The AMD processor also holds an advantage in power efficiency, with a 35 W TDP versus Intel's 65 W TDP, which matters for compact builds where heat output and cooling requirements are constrained.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, manufactured on a 4 nm process by TSMC. The Intel Core 9 273PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, manufactured on a 10 nm process by Intel. The process node difference is significant: AMD's 4 nm process is denser and more power-efficient, which explains how the AMD chip achieves a 35 W TDP despite a similar memory bandwidth rating.

Core counts diverge sharply. AMD provides 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel provides 12 cores and 24 threads. That is a 3x difference in core count and a 3x difference in thread count. Cache configurations also differ substantially. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on Intel, 36 MB versus 8 MB, helps with workloads that repeatedly access a large working set.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth rating of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a slightly higher bandwidth rating of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD chip includes Radeon 740M graphics, while the Intel chip includes UHD Graphics 730. Neither processor is unlocked for overclocking, as the multiplier is locked on both. The Intel chip has a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz versus 4.90 GHz on AMD, and a higher base clock of 2.30 GHz versus 3.40 GHz on AMD. The AMD chip actually has the higher base clock, but Intel compensates with a much higher boost ceiling.

The release dates reveal a generation gap. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE launched on 2024-04-15, while the Intel Core 9 273PE launched on 2026-03-08. The Intel chip is a newer product from the Bartlett Lake family, while AMD's chip comes from the 8000 series. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $549, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to two very different buyers. The Intel Core 9 273PE is for anyone whose workload uses many threads. It wins 15 of 17 head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 50% to 76.6% in compute-heavy benchmarks. Its 12 cores and 24 threads deliver roughly 2.5 times the multi-threaded performance of the AMD chip in Cinebench R23, and its 36 MB of L3 cache supports large data sets. The 90th percentile ranking versus all CPUs, compared to AMD's 72nd percentile, confirms its higher overall standing in the database.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is for builds where power draw and heat are the primary constraints. Its 35 W TDP is nearly half the Intel chip's 65 W TDP. It still manages to outperform Intel in PassMark single-thread testing by 4.9%, so it is not a slouch in lightly threaded tasks. The 4 nm TSMC process gives it a density and efficiency advantage that the Intel 10 nm process cannot match. For a small form factor desktop or a low-power workstation, the AMD chip delivers respectable performance without requiring a large cooler or robust power delivery.

Neither chip is wrong, but they are not interchangeable. The Intel chip is a high-performance part that needs a motherboard with Socket 1700, a capable cooling solution for its 65 W TDP, and likely a stronger power supply. The AMD chip fits into AM5 boards and runs cool enough for modest cooling solutions. The benchmark results confirm that raw performance belongs to Intel, while efficiency and single-thread PassMark performance belong to AMD.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE scores 31288 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE scores 12511, making Intel 60% faster.

Q: Does the AMD chip win any benchmark?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins both PassMark single-thread tests, scoring 3828 versus Intel's 3650, a 4.9% advantage.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has a TDP of 35 W, while the Intel Core 9 273PE has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Which processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE supports DDR5 only.

Q: What is the L3 cache size on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 9 273PE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has a boost clock of 5.70 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz.

Q: What is the process node for each?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, while the Intel Core 9 273PE is built on a 10 nm process by Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single benchmark gap is in PassMark floating point math. Intel scores 107884, AMD scores 25258, giving Intel a 76.6% lead. This test measures raw floating-point throughput, and the 12-core Intel chip simply overwhelms the 4-core AMD chip. PassMark integer math shows a 71.1% gap, with Intel at 139410 and AMD at 40348. PassMark physics is also lopsided: Intel at 3120, AMD at 857, a 72.5% difference. These three tests represent the core compute advantage of the Intel part.

PassMark find prime numbers shows the widest relative gap of all: Intel at 203, AMD at 52, a 74.4% difference. This test is highly sensitive to core count and memory latency, and the Intel chip's larger cache and more cores win decisively. PassMark data encryption shows Intel at 22719 versus AMD at 9224, a 59.4% gap. Data compression is similarly one-sided, with Intel at 405885 and AMD at 162623, a 59.9% difference. PassMark random string sorting has Intel at 45098 and AMD at 20134, a 55.4% gap. PassMark extended instructions has Intel at 24630 and AMD at 12313, a 50% gap. PassMark multithread has Intel at 36810 and AMD at 14403, a 60.9% gap.

The Cinebench results are consistent across versions. R15 multi-core: Intel 3153, AMD 1260, a 60% lead. R15 single-core: Intel 445, AMD 177, a 60.2% lead. R20 multi-core: Intel 13140, AMD 5254, a 60% lead. R20 single-core: Intel 1855, AMD 741, a 60.1% lead. R23 multi-core: Intel 31288, AMD 12511, a 60% lead. R23 single-core: Intel 4417, AMD 1766, a 60% lead. The consistency across R15, R20, and R23 indicates that the Intel chip's advantage is structural, not workload-specific.

The only AMD wins are the two PassMark single-thread tests, which both record identical scores of 3828 for AMD and 3650 for Intel, a 4.9% margin. This is a narrow win, but it is a real one. It suggests that for a single-threaded workload that does not scale with cache or core count, the Zen 4 architecture on AMD can outpace the Bartlett Lake architecture on Intel, despite Intel's 0.80 GHz higher boost clock.

In aggregate, the Intel chip has an average benchmark score of 49845, while the AMD chip has an average of 18505. Intel sits at the 90th percentile versus all CPUs, while AMD sits at the 72nd percentile. Intel's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-14600KF with an average score of 49394 and the Intel Core i9-13980HX with an average score of 50398, placing the Core 9 273PE within a tight band of high-end desktop and mobile parts. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i3-14100F with an average score of 18519 and the Intel Core i5-13420H with an average score of 18511, showing that the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE competes with entry-level desktop and midrange mobile chips, not with the top tier.

Specification Differences

The table below lists only the recorded specification fields where the two processors differ.

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Intel Core 9 273PE |

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

| Cores | 4 | 12 |

| Threads | 8 | 24 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| 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) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $549 |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 137 mm² | Not recorded |

Both processors have dual-channel memory buses, support ECC memory, and have locked multipliers. The AMD chip uses 4 nm TSMC fabrication with 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die, while the Intel chip has no recorded transistor count or die size in the database. The socket difference means motherboard choice is exclusive to each platform. The Intel chip's Gen 5 PCIe support with 16 lanes is a generation ahead of AMD's Gen 4 with 14 lanes, which matters for high-bandwidth storage and expansion cards.