AMD Ryzen 5 7400F vs Intel Arc G3 EXTREME Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME records an average benchmark score of 36699, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F scores 32750. Intel also holds a higher percentile rank at 85 versus AMD's 83.

Q: How large is the single-core performance gap in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 3072 against the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME's 1862. That is a 65% advantage for the AMD part.

Q: Which chip wins more head-to-head benchmark comparisons?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins 12 of the 17 recorded benchmarks. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F takes 5 wins.

Q: What is the difference in multi-threaded performance in PassMark?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME scores 30659 in PassMark multithread, which is 16.4% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F's 25645.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F supports ECC memory, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME does not.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth figures for each?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has 83.2 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F and Intel Arc G3 EXTREME represent fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD's part uses the Zen 4 architecture on the Raphael codename, built on a 5 nm process at TSMC. Intel's part uses the Panther Lake codename with a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The transistor counts and die sizes differ significantly: AMD lists 6,570 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, while Intel's database entry leaves these fields blank.

Core configurations diverge sharply. The AMD chip has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel chip has 14 cores and 14 threads. This means the Intel part has no simultaneous multithreading, while AMD doubles its thread count. The cache hierarchy also differs. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3.

Clock speeds show a mixed picture. Both processors share the same 4.70 GHz boost clock. The base clocks differ: AMD runs at 3.70 GHz, while Intel runs at 1.90 GHz. Power targets diverge as well, with AMD rated at 65 W TDP and Intel at 25 W TDP, reflecting their different market segments: AMD is a desktop part on Socket AM5, while Intel is a mobile part on BGA 2540.

The Intel chip integrates Arc B390 graphics, while the AMD chip has no integrated graphics. Memory support also differs: AMD uses DDR5, while Intel uses LPDDR5X. PCIe connectivity is another differentiator, with AMD offering Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only) and Intel offering Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while Intel's is locked. The Intel part has a later release date in the database, and it does not have a recorded launch MSRP, whereas AMD's launch MSRP is $229.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear split between the two chips. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD Ryzen 5 7400F delivers a dominant 48.5% win, scoring 21765 against Intel's 14655. The single-core R23 result is even more lopsided: AMD leads by 65%, with 3072 versus 1862.

Cinebench R15 tells a different story. The multicore test is essentially a tie, with AMD scoring 2193 and Intel scoring 2192, a delta of 0%. The single-core R15 test favors AMD by 15.7%, 309 to 267. However, Cinebench R20 reverses the trend. Intel wins the multicore test by 16.5%, scoring 10945 against AMD's 9141, and also wins the single-core test by 16.5%, 1545 to 1290.

The PassMark suite heavily favors Intel. Floating point math shows the largest gap: Intel scores 86929, which is 47.3% ahead of AMD's 45799. Physics follows with a 34% Intel advantage, 2515 versus 1660. Data encryption favors Intel by 30%, 23881 to 16712. Find prime numbers shows a 23% Intel lead, 248 to 191. PassMark multithread gives Intel a 16.4% edge, 30659 to 25645. Single-thread performance in PassMark is 14.1% higher for Intel, 4293 to 3689. Extended instructions favor Intel by 9.5%, random string sorting by 6%, and data compression by 5.6%.

AMD's only other win in the PassMark suite is integer math, where it scores 74745 against Intel's 71164, a 5% advantage. Across all benchmarks, Intel wins 12 tests and AMD wins 5. The average scores reflect this: Intel at 36699 versus AMD at 32750.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads. Base clocks are 3.70 GHz for AMD and 1.90 GHz for Intel; both boost to 4.70 GHz. TDP is 65 W for AMD and 25 W for Intel. AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses BGA 2540. AMD's process node is 5 nm at TSMC, Intel's is 3 nm at Intel.

Cache hierarchies differ. AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. Intel has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3. Memory support: AMD uses DDR5, Intel uses LPDDR5X. Memory bandwidth is 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 136.5 GB/s for Intel. ECC support is present on AMD and absent on Intel. PCIe lanes: AMD offers 24 lanes, Intel offers 4 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD has none, Intel has Arc B390. Market segment: AMD is desktop, Intel is mobile. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, Intel's is locked. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $229; Intel has no recorded launch MSRP.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins in Cinebench R23 multicore and single-core, plus Cinebench R15 single-core and multicore (the latter by a razor-thin margin). It also wins PassMark integer math. These results point to strong per-core performance in certain rendering workloads, particularly the R23 tests where AMD's 65% single-core lead and 48.5% multicore lead stand out. The 12-thread configuration appears to help in these specific rendering tasks.

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins the remaining 12 benchmarks. Its biggest margins come in floating point math, physics, data encryption, and find prime numbers. It also wins PassMark multithread, single-thread, extended instructions, random string sorting, data compression, and both Cinebench R20 tests. The 14-core design with no SMT clearly excels in math-heavy and encryption workloads. Its higher memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s versus 83.2 GB/s likely contributes to the compression and sorting wins. The lower 25 W TDP combined with these wins suggests strong efficiency in mobile scenarios.

The benchmark split is consistent: AMD wins in Cinebench R23 and R15, Intel wins in Cinebench R20 and the majority of PassMark tests. The data indicates Intel's architecture favors throughput in diverse workloads, while AMD's design shines in specific rendering tasks.

The Verdict

The data supports a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME holds the higher average benchmark score (36699 versus 32750), a higher percentile rank (85 versus 83), and wins 12 of 17 head-to-head tests. It dominates in floating point math, physics, encryption, and multithreaded PassMark scores. For users focused on math-heavy, encryption, or general multitasking workloads, the Intel part is the stronger choice according to the recorded measurements.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7400F wins in Cinebench R23 multicore and single-core by substantial margins (48.5% and 65%), plus Cinebench R15 single-core and a near-tie in R15 multicore. It also wins PassMark integer math. This makes it the better option for rendering workloads that rely on the R23 benchmark, where its per-core strength is decisive. The AMD chip also offers ECC memory support and an unlocked multiplier, which the Intel part lacks.

The market segments differ: AMD is a desktop processor on Socket AM5 with a 65 W TDP, while Intel is a mobile processor on BGA 2540 with a 25 W TDP. The Intel chip includes integrated Arc B390 graphics, while AMD has none. The launch MSRP for AMD is $229; Intel has no recorded launch price. The final choice depends on workload priority: rendering favors AMD, while broader compute and mobile deployment favor Intel.