AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a one-sided contest. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT takes 15 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 3 304 claims only 2 wins. The margin in multi-threaded workloads is particularly stark.

In Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT scores 18,724 against the Intel Core 3 304's 5,263, a delta of 255.8%. That is the largest gap in the entire comparison. Cinebench R15 multicore shows a similar pattern: 1,887 versus 849, a 122.3% advantage. Cinebench R20 multicore records 7,864 against 4,160, or 89% ahead.

The single-core results are more nuanced but still favor AMD. Cinebench R15 single-core shows 266 versus 264, a narrow 0.8% edge. Cinebench R20 single-core widens to 1,110 against 587, a 89.1% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core gives 2,643 versus 1,765, a 49.7% margin.

The PassMark suite reinforces the multi-threaded dominance. Integer math shows the AMD part at 71,063 versus 24,640 for Intel, a 188.4% difference. Data compression records 257,118 versus 114,775, a 124% gap. Random string sorting lands at 26,693 versus 13,659, a 95.4% delta. Multithread scores are 22,283 against 11,625, or 91.7% ahead. Data encryption delivers 15,944 versus 8,501, an 87.6% lead. Extended instructions show 17,450 against 9,686, or 80.2% higher. Physics tests give 1,322 versus 868, a 52.3% margin. Floating-point math is closer: 40,537 against 29,722, a 36.4% advantage. Prime number finding still favors AMD at 143 versus 68, a 110.3% gap.

The Intel Core 3 304 wins only in PassMark single-thread and singlethread tests, both with identical scores of 3,614 against 3,469. That translates to a 4% advantage for Intel in lightly threaded, single-core PassMark workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is the clear choice for multi-threaded rendering, data compression, encryption, and integer-heavy workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18,724 places it far ahead of the Intel part's 5,263, indicating a strong ability to handle parallel tasks such as video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The 124% lead in data compression and the 188.4% lead in integer math reinforce this conclusion.

The Intel Core 3 304 wins only in PassMark single-thread tests. Its score of 3,614 edges out the AMD part's 3,469 by 4%. This suggests that in workloads that rely on a single core and do not scale with additional threads, the Intel chip can deliver slightly better responsiveness. However, this advantage is narrow and confined to a specific benchmark category.

For users prioritizing Cinebench R20 single-core performance, the AMD part holds a 89.1% advantage, so even in some single-threaded scenarios the AMD chip dominates. The Intel part's single-thread win is limited to the PassMark metric and does not extend to the Cinebench single-core tests.

The data also shows a significant difference in average benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has an average score of 28,940, which is roughly 110% higher than the Intel Core 3 304's 13,745. The AMD part also sits at the 81st percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel part sits at the 68th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design eras. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It contains 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The transistor count and die size for the Intel part are not listed in the database.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD part offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part offers 5 cores and 5 threads. The Intel part has no hyperthreading, which explains part of the multi-threaded gap. Base clocks are 3.70 GHz for AMD and 1.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.70 GHz and 4.30 GHz, respectively.

Cache configurations also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1 cache total, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support differs by platform generation. The AMD part supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. It also supports ECC memory. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but only in single-channel mode, with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory is not supported on the Intel part.

PCIe connectivity is another distinguishing factor. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 3 304 provides Gen 4 with only 6 lanes. The Intel part includes integrated graphics, specifically Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe execution unit, while the AMD part has no integrated graphics.

The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM4 and has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516 and has a locked multiplier. The AMD part is a desktop segment product, while the Intel part is a mobile segment product. The AMD part was released on 2024-10-30, and the Intel part on 2026-04-15. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309.

The power envelopes are very different. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts, reflecting its mobile positioning. This makes the Intel part far more energy-efficient on paper, though the benchmark data does not include power draw measurements.

The Verdict

The benchmark data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is the stronger processor for nearly every measured workload. Its average benchmark score of 28,940 places it among rivals like the Intel Core i9-13900H and Intel Core i5-12600H, with deltas of 0.2% in both cases. It also sits 0.4% above the Intel Core i7-12650H and 0.5% below the Intel Core Ultra 5 135H. The Intel Core 3 304, by contrast, has an average score of 13,745, placing it near the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX with a delta of -0.3%, the Intel Core i7-8750H at -0.9%, and the Intel Core 5 120UL at 1.1%.

Users who need multi-threaded performance should choose the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT. The Cinebench R23 multicore delta of 255.8% is decisive. Users who value single-thread PassMark performance and low power consumption may consider the Intel Core 3 304, given its 4% lead in that specific test and its 15-watt TDP. The Intel part also offers integrated graphics, which the AMD part lacks, and it supports newer DDR5 memory.

The Intel Core 3 304 is a mobile processor with a locked multiplier and BGA socket, making it suitable for laptops. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is a desktop processor with an unlocked multiplier and AM4 socket, making it suitable for desktop builds where the user can choose a motherboard and cooler. The database shows the AMD part is active and in production, as is the Intel part.

For raw compute throughput, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT is the superior option. For a power-sipping mobile part with integrated graphics and a 4% single-thread PassMark edge, the Intel Core 3 304 has a narrower but real niche.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher Cinebench R23 multicore score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT scores 18,724, while the Intel Core 3 304 scores 5,263. The AMD part leads by 255.8%.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 304 win any benchmark comparisons?

A: Yes. The Intel Core 3 304 wins PassMark single-thread and singlethread tests, both with a score of 3,614 against the AMD part's 3,469, a 4% advantage.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 304 does not.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe execution unit. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600XT has no integrated graphics.