AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Intel Core i5-1334U Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the overall benchmark comparison between the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE and the Intel Core i5-1334U?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins 12 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark tests, while the Intel Core i5-1334U wins 5. Their average benchmark scores are close, with the AMD at 18505 and the Intel at 18154.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE scores 12511 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 44.8% ahead of the Intel Core i5-1334U's score of 8641. This is the largest percentage advantage in the entire head-to-head comparison.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-1334U have any advantages in the benchmark suite?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-1334U leads in Cinebench R15 multi-core and single-core, PassMark data encryption, floating point math, and integer math. Its biggest win is in floating point math, where it scores 34474 versus 25258 for the AMD, a 26.7% advantage.

Q: What are the architectural differences between these two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses a 4 nm Zen 4 architecture with 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Core i5-1334U uses a 10 nm Raptor Lake architecture with 10 cores and 12 threads. The AMD is a desktop processor on Socket AM5, while the Intel is a mobile processor on BGA 1744.

Q: Which processor has the higher single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has higher single-thread performance in most tests. It scores 1766 in Cinebench R23 single-core (2.3% ahead), 741 in Cinebench R20 single-core (13.3% ahead), and 3828 in PassMark single-thread (14.4% ahead). However, the Intel wins in Cinebench R15 single-core with 241 versus 177.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core i5-1334U has a TDP of 15 watts. This makes the Intel chip significantly more power-efficient on paper, though the AMD delivers higher multi-core throughput in the newer Cinebench versions.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE and the Intel Core i5-1334U represent two fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD chip is built on TSMC's 4 nm process, while the Intel chip uses Intel's 10 nm process. This process gap is reflected in the transistor density: AMD packs 20,900 million transistors into a 137 mm² die, whereas Intel does not disclose transistor count or die size for the i5-1334U.

Core configuration is where the divergence becomes stark. The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is a 4-core, 8-thread processor with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Core i5-1334U is a 10-core, 12-thread part with a base clock of 1300.00 MHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel chip uses a hybrid design with performance and efficiency cores, which explains the higher core count but lower base clock.

Cache hierarchy differs substantially. The AMD processor features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip's larger L3 cache gives it an advantage in workloads that benefit from larger shared pools, but the AMD's Zen 4 architecture compensates with higher clock speeds and a more modern process node.

Memory support also differentiates the two. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE supports DDR5 only, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and ECC memory support. The Intel Core i5-1334U supports both DDR4 and DDR5, but has no listed memory bandwidth figure and no ECC support. The AMD's PCIe implementation is more generous as well, offering Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only) versus Intel's Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Integrated graphics differ in naming and capability. The AMD pairs with Radeon 740M, while the Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. Both are integrated solutions, but the AMD's Radeon 740M is built on the same 4 nm process, while the Intel Iris Xe is tied to the 10 nm process.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a clear picture of two processors with complementary strengths. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE dominates the newer Cinebench versions, while the Intel Core i5-1334U holds its own in older tests and certain PassMark workloads.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 12511 against Intel's 8641, a 44.8% lead. This is the single largest delta in the entire comparison. The gap narrows in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where AMD leads 5254 to 4638, a 13.3% advantage. However, the Intel chip flips the script in Cinebench R15 multi-core, scoring 1569 versus AMD's 1260, a 19.7% lead. This inversion across Cinebench versions suggests the AMD's architecture scales better with modern workloads, while the Intel's older design was more optimized for the R15 benchmark.

Single-core results follow a similar pattern. In Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD leads narrowly at 1766 versus 1727, a 2.3% margin. In Cinebench R20 single-core, AMD extends its lead to 741 versus 654, a 13.3% advantage. But in Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel wins decisively at 241 versus 177, a 26.6% lead.

PassMark results show a mixed bag. The AMD wins in data compression (162623 versus 150568, 8% ahead), extended instructions (12313 versus 8563, 43.8% ahead), find prime numbers (52 versus 39, 33.3% ahead), multithread (14403 versus 13410, 7.4% ahead), physics (857 versus 722, 18.7% ahead), random string sorting (20134 versus 16933, 18.9% ahead), and single-thread (3828 versus 3345, 14.4% ahead). The Intel wins in data encryption (9377 versus 9224, 1.6% ahead), floating point math (34474 versus 25258, 26.7% ahead), and integer math (50374 versus 40348, 19.9% ahead).

The data reveals that the AMD's strengths lie in sustained multi-core workloads, cryptography-related tasks, and string manipulation. The Intel's strengths are in raw arithmetic throughput, both floating point and integer, which suggests its hybrid core design excels at number-crunching despite the lower clocks.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on nearly every specification sheet line. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is a desktop part with 4 cores and 8 threads, base clock 3.40 GHz, boost clock 4.90 GHz, and a 35-watt TDP. The Intel Core i5-1334U is a mobile part with 10 cores and 12 threads, base clock 1300.00 MHz, boost clock 4.60 GHz, and a 15-watt TDP.

Process technology separates them: AMD uses 4 nm from TSMC, Intel uses 10 nm from its own fabs. The AMD has 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die; Intel does not report these figures. Cache sizes differ per core and in total: AMD has 64 KB L1, 1 MB L2, and 8 MB shared L3; Intel has 80 KB L1, 1.25 MB L2, and 12 MB shared L3.

Memory compatibility is another split. AMD supports DDR5 only, dual-channel, with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth and ECC memory. Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5, dual-channel, with no listed bandwidth and no ECC. PCIe connectivity favors AMD: Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only) versus Intel's Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD pairs with Radeon 740M, Intel with Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. The AMD uses Socket AM5, the Intel uses BGA 1744. Release dates place the AMD at 2024-04-15 and the Intel at 2023-01-03. The Intel has a launch MSRP of $340, while the AMD has no listed launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear recommendation based on workload and platform. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is the stronger choice for multi-core performance in modern benchmarks, leading the Intel Core i5-1334U by 44.8% in Cinebench R23 multi-core and by 13.3% in Cinebench R20 multi-core. It also wins in PassMark multithread by 7.4%, physics by 18.7%, and random string sorting by 18.9%. For users running the latest rendering, compression, and encryption workloads, the AMD's Zen 4 architecture on 4 nm delivers measurable advantages.

The Intel Core i5-1334U is the better option for arithmetic-heavy tasks and power-sensitive environments. It leads in floating point math by 26.7% and integer math by 19.9%, making it attractive for scientific computing or financial modeling. Its 15-watt TDP versus the AMD's 35 watts also makes it more suitable for thin-and-light laptops where battery life is paramount. The Intel chip's 12 MB of L3 cache and higher core count provide headroom for parallel integer workloads.

For desktop users building a system around Socket AM5, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE offers superior single-thread performance in PassMark (3828 versus 3345, 14.4% ahead) and better PCIe lane allocation (14 lanes versus 8). For mobile users needing a balance of efficiency and arithmetic throughput, the Intel Core i5-1334U is the data-supported pick. The overall average benchmark scores are close (18505 versus 18154), but the distribution of wins across the 17 tests reveals that the AMD is more consistently strong, while the Intel excels in specific niches.