AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Intel Core i5-1335U Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a fascinating split between these two processors, with the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE taking the majority of wins (12 out of 17 recorded tests) while the Intel Core i5-1335U secures 5 decisive victories in specific workloads. The overall average benchmark scores place them remarkably close: the Intel parts sits at 18,982, while the AMD reaches 18,505, a difference of about 2.6% in favor of Intel, despite their very different architectural approaches.

Looking at the Cinebench results, the story shifts dramatically depending on the rendering version. In Cinebench R15, Intel wins both tests convincingly. The multicore score of 1,464 beats AMD's 1,260 by 16.2%, while the single-core result of 238 versus 177 represents a substantial 34.5% advantage. These are the largest single-core deltas in the entire comparison, suggesting Intel's hybrid architecture had a clear edge in that older workload.

However, the tables turn completely in the newer Cinebench versions. In R20, AMD takes the multicore test with 5,254 against Intel's 4,935, a 6.1% margin, and also wins single-core by the same 6.1% (741 versus 696). The R23 results amplify this trend dramatically. AMD's multicore score of 12,511 crushes Intel's 8,889.5, representing a 28.9% deficit for Intel. Even in R23 single-core, AMD leads by 4.6% (1,766 versus 1,684.5). This progression across Cinebench versions suggests AMD's Zen 4 architecture scales better with the newer, more demanding rendering workloads.

The Passmark suite reveals an intriguing specialization pattern. Intel dominates in floating-point math with a 39.3% advantage (35,176 versus 25,258), and integer math shows Intel ahead by 27% (51,244 versus 40,348). Intel also wins data encryption, posting 10,009 against AMD's 9,224, a 8.5% margin. These math and encryption wins point to Intel's efficiency cores contributing heavily in parallel arithmetic operations.

AMD counters with wins across the remaining Passmark tests. Extended instructions show AMD ahead by 27.1% (12,313 versus 8,974), suggesting better SIMD optimization. Data compression favors AMD by a narrow 1.9% (162,623 versus 159,593). Prime number finding sees AMD at 52 versus Intel's 48, a 7.7% edge. Multithread performance is nearly identical, with AMD's 14,403 just 0.8% ahead of Intel's 14,281. Physics testing shows AMD ahead by 2.3% (857 versus 837). Random string sorting gives AMD a 10.8% win (20,134 versus 17,953). Finally, single-thread performance in Passmark shows AMD's 3,828 beating Intel's 3,336 by 12.9%.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher overall average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-1335U posts an average benchmark score of 18,982, which is about 2.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE's 18,505. Both sit in similar percentiles, with Intel at 73 and AMD at 72 against all CPUs in the database.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore rendering?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins decisively with a score of 12,511 against Intel's 8,889.5, giving AMD a 28.9% advantage. This is the largest multicore delta in the entire benchmark comparison.

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark win for the Intel processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-1335U achieves its largest victory in Passmark floating-point math, scoring 35,176 versus AMD's 25,258, a 39.3% lead. It also wins integer math by 27%, making math-heavy workloads Intel's strongest territory.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any single-core advantage?

A: Yes, in Passmark single-thread testing AMD scores 3,828 against Intel's 3,336, a 12.9% win. AMD also leads in Cinebench R20 single-core by 6.1% and R23 single-core by 4.6%, though Intel wins R15 single-core by 34.5%.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-1335U has 10 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Despite having fewer cores, AMD wins the majority of multithreaded tests in newer workloads.

Q: What does the wins tally look like across all head-to-head tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE wins 12 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The Intel Core i5-1335U wins the remaining 5 tests, which include both Cinebench R15 tests and the Passmark math and encryption workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-1335U's 5 wins cluster around specific computational patterns. Floating-point math shows Intel ahead by 39.3%, and integer math follows with a 27% margin. These results indicate Intel's core configuration excels at raw arithmetic throughput. Data encryption also favors Intel by 8.5%, suggesting strong cryptographic processing capabilities. The Cinebench R15 results, where Intel wins multicore by 16.2% and single-core by 34.5%, point to legacy software compatibility as another Intel strength. Users working with older rendering pipelines or heavily math-oriented scientific applications would likely see better results from the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE's 12 wins paint a picture of a more modern, efficient design. The 28.9% Cinebench R23 multicore victory is the standout, indicating that current-generation rendering workloads strongly favor AMD's Zen 4 architecture. Extended instructions show a 27.1% advantage, meaning SIMD-heavy code runs noticeably better on AMD. Random string sorting, data compression, and physics tests all favor AMD by margins ranging from 1.9% to 10.8%. The single-thread Passmark win of 12.9% shows AMD's higher boost clock delivering real-world single-core performance. For contemporary applications, video encoding, compression tools, and physics simulations, AMD's results are consistently stronger.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ fundamentally in their core configurations. The Intel Core i5-1335U offers 10 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE provides 4 cores and 8 threads. Clock speeds favor AMD: the Ryzen has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and boosts to 4.90 GHz, whereas Intel starts at 1.30 GHz and reaches 4.60 GHz. Thermal design power also differs substantially, with Intel rated at 15W and AMD at 35W, reflecting their different market segments.

Memory support separates them clearly. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD supports DDR5 exclusively. The AMD part has a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, while Intel's bandwidth is not listed in the database. ECC memory support is present on the AMD processor but absent on the Intel. PCIe lanes differ as well: Intel provides Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while AMD offers Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ: Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, while AMD employs Radeon 740M. The Intel processor uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket and targets the mobile market, whereas AMD uses AMD Socket AM5 for desktop systems. Release dates show Intel launched in January 2023 with a launch MSRP of $340, while AMD arrived in April 2024 without a recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide here is substantial. Intel builds on Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-U codename, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. AMD counters with Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix2 codename, manufactured by TSMC on a 4 nm node. The transistor counts tell a stark story: AMD packs 20,900 million transistors into a 137 mm² die, while Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies follow different philosophies. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. This means Intel's larger L3 cache could benefit workloads with high data locality, while AMD's smaller cache is paired with faster clock speeds.

The market positioning differs fundamentally. Intel's 15W TDP and BGA socket target mobile devices, while AMD's 35W TDP and AM5 socket aim at desktop systems. The AMD part belongs to the 8000 series with Ryzen 3 branding and uses the Zen 4 (Phoenix) generation. Intel's generation is listed as Core i5 (Raptor Lake-U). Both have locked multipliers, so neither offers overclocking. Production status for both is listed as Active, meaning both remain current products.

The Verdict

The data clearly separates these processors by workload type and platform. For users running older software or math-intensive applications, the Intel Core i5-1335U delivers compelling results: the 39.3% floating-point win, 27% integer math lead, and 34.5% Cinebench R15 single-core advantage make it the stronger choice for legacy code and arithmetic-heavy tasks. The lower 15W TDP also suggests better power efficiency for mobile use, though the database does not record actual power consumption figures.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is the modern performance winner. Its 28.9% Cinebench R23 multicore advantage, 27.1% extended instructions lead, and 12.9% single-thread Passmark victory demonstrate that current-generation software runs faster on Zen 4. The 35W TDP and desktop socket positioning indicate it is designed for systems where sustained performance matters more than battery life. ECC memory support adds reliability for professional workstations.

The average benchmark scores land within 2.6% of each other, but the distribution of wins tells the real story. AMD dominates the majority of tests, especially in newer rendering workloads and single-threaded tasks. Intel's wins are concentrated in math operations and older Cinebench versions. For most users running contemporary applications, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE appears to be the stronger performer. For those with specific math-heavy or legacy software needs, the Intel Core i5-1335U offers advantages that the raw average score does not fully capture. The choice ultimately depends on whether the user prioritizes modern multi-threaded rendering and compression workloads, where AMD excels, or legacy math and encryption tasks, where Intel holds clear leads.