AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE, which wins 12 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 3 305 takes 5 wins, but several of those are narrow margins rather than substantial advantages.

The most dramatic gap appears in integer math. The AMD processor scores 62,666 against 32,295 for the Intel part, a 94% advantage. This is the largest delta recorded in either direction. Data compression also heavily favors AMD at 246,397 versus 146,857, a 67.8% lead. Random string sorting shows a similar pattern, with AMD ahead by 67.4% (29,501 versus 17,623).

The Cinebench suite consistently shows AMD ahead by roughly 37% across every single iteration. In Cinebench R15 multicore, AMD scores 1,808 versus 1,322, a 36.8% lead. The single-core R15 result is 255 against 186, a 37.1% gap. R20 multicore shows 7,534 versus 5,511 (36.7%), and R20 single-core shows 1,063 versus 777 (36.8%). R23 multicore delivers 17,940 versus 13,123 (36.7%), while R23 single-core sits at 2,532 versus 1,852 (36.7%). The consistency of this delta across all six Cinebench tests indicates a uniform performance ceiling difference rather than workload-specific behavior.

Data encryption favors AMD by 28.8% (14,197 versus 11,019), and extended instructions show a 32.6% advantage (17,962 versus 13,543). PassMark multithread confirms the pattern at 21,135 versus 15,439, a 36.9% lead.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins the remaining tests, but the margins are smaller. Prime number finding shows Intel ahead by 31.3% (115 versus 79). Floating-point math goes to Intel by 7.6% (42,284 versus 39,065). Physics favors Intel by 6.7% (1,233 versus 1,150). Single-thread performance is nearly identical, with Intel ahead by just 1.6% (3,977 versus 3,914). That last result is worth noting: the two processors are effectively equal in single-threaded throughput, and the Intel part actually edges ahead.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE establishes its dominance in multi-threaded, integer-heavy, and compression workloads. The 94% lead in integer math and the 67.8% lead in data compression suggest this processor handles arithmetic-heavy and data-shuffling tasks with substantially more headroom. The Cinebench multicore results reinforce that conclusion: every version of the render test shows the same 37% advantage, meaning the AMD part sustains its lead across different render engine versions and scoring methodologies. The encryption and extended instruction results also tilt to AMD, which indicates strong performance for security-related workloads and instruction-level processing.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins in a narrower set of scenarios. The prime number finding result, where Intel leads by 31.3%, is the largest Intel victory. This test often depends on low-latency single-thread execution and efficient branch handling, and the data indicates Intel has an edge there. Floating-point math also goes to Intel, though by a modest 7.6%. Physics simulation similarly favors Intel by 6.7%, which suggests that specific physics engine calculations may benefit from Intel's architecture. The single-thread result is effectively a tie, with Intel ahead by 1.6%, so for purely sequential tasks the choice comes down to other factors.

The PassMark multithread score splits the difference. AMD leads by 36.9%, which aligns with the Cinebench multicore results. The Intel part has no multithread advantage anywhere in the data, so for any workload that scales across cores, AMD is the clear pick. Intel's wins are concentrated in single-threaded or specialized mathematical operations, but even there the margins are either tiny (single-thread) or moderate (prime numbers, physics, floating-point).

Architecture Differences

The two processors take fundamentally different design paths. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE uses a Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 3 305 uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. Both are mobile-segment parts, but their internal layouts differ sharply.

AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, meaning each core supports two threads. Intel also has 6 cores but only 6 threads, so each core handles a single thread. That difference alone explains much of the multithread performance gap. The AMD part also has a much higher base clock at 3.40 GHz versus 1.50 GHz, and a higher boost clock at 5.00 GHz versus 4.30 GHz. The thermal envelope is larger on the AMD side at 35 W TDP versus 15 W TDP, which accounts for the higher sustained clocks.

Cache hierarchies diverge significantly. AMD lists L1 cache as 64 KB per core, L2 as 1 MB per core, and L3 as 16 MB shared. The Intel part lists L1 as 192 KB (the pack does not specify per-core), L2 as 2.5 MB, and L3 as 6 MB shared. The AMD L3 is nearly three times larger, which supports its stronger compression and encryption results.

Memory architecture also differs. AMD uses dual-channel DDR5 with a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel uses single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The higher bandwidth on AMD likely contributes to its data-heavy wins. AMD also supports ECC memory, while Intel does not. PCIe lane counts differ: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics are different as well. AMD pairs with a Radeon 740M, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The AMD multiplier is unlocked, while the Intel multiplier is locked. AMD's transistor count is listed at 20,900 million with a die size of 137 mm², while Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE has 12 threads across 6 cores. The Intel Core 3 305 has 6 threads across 6 cores.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: PassMark integer math shows the largest gap, with AMD ahead by 94% (62,666 versus 32,295).

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 305 win any benchmark by a large margin?

A: The largest Intel win is in PassMark find prime numbers, where it leads by 31.3% (115 versus 79). Other Intel wins are under 8%.

Q: How do single-thread scores compare?

A: They are nearly identical. Intel scores 3,977 in PassMark single-thread versus AMD's 3,914, a 1.6% difference in Intel's favor.

Q: What memory configurations do the two support?

A: AMD supports dual-channel DDR5 with ECC and a bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X without ECC, with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: AMD boosts to 5.00 GHz, while Intel boosts to 4.30 GHz.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE as the stronger processor for the majority of workloads. Its 12 threads, higher clocks, larger L3 cache, and dual-channel memory give it a consistent edge in multithreaded, integer, and data-heavy tasks. The Cinebench results are uniform at roughly 37% across the board, and the PassMark multithread score confirms the same gap. For anyone running renders, compression, encryption, or any workload that scales across cores, the AMD part is the clear choice from the recorded measurements.

The Intel Core 3 305 has a narrower profile. Its single-thread score is essentially tied with AMD, and it wins in prime number finding, floating-point math, physics, and single-thread tests. Those wins are modest, with the largest at 31.3% and the rest under 8%. The Intel part also runs at a lower 15 W TDP and uses a 3 nm process, which may matter for power-sensitive designs. However, the database shows no multithread workload where Intel comes out ahead.

For buyers who prioritize raw multithread performance, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE is the data-backed pick. For users whose workloads align with Intel's specific wins, particularly prime number finding or floating-point math, the Intel Core 3 305 offers a viable alternative, but the measured advantages are smaller and more specialized. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $309, while AMD has no recorded launch MSRP.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 8500GE | Intel Core 3 305 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 6 |

| Threads | 12 | 6 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB |

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 cache | 16 MB shared | 6 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

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

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $309 |