AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE vs Intel Core i5-1035G7 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE and Intel Core i5-1035G7 are both 4-core, 8-thread processors, yet they target entirely different platforms and design philosophies. The data shows a consistent performance advantage for the Intel part across every benchmark in the comparison, despite the AMD chip carrying a higher thermal envelope and a desktop-class design. This analysis walks through the head-to-head results, architectural context, and use-case implications based solely on the provided benchmark figures and specifications.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-1035G7 wins all six head-to-head comparisons, with a consistent margin of roughly 4% across the board. In Cinebench R15 multicore, Intel scores 678 against AMD’s 650, a delta of -4.1% for the Ryzen. The single-core R15 test shows a similar pattern, with Intel at 95 and AMD at 91, another 4.2% deficit. These margins are tight but uniform, indicating a systematic performance edge rather than a workload-specific advantage.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the Intel part again leads in both tests: 2829 versus 2711 in multicore (a 4.2% gap) and 399 versus 382 in single-core (4.3% gap). The pattern holds in the newer Cinebench R23 suite, where Intel posts 6736 to AMD’s 6457 in multicore and 951 to 911 in single-core, both showing a 4.1% and 4.2% delta respectively. Notably, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE also has Geekbench scores (3318 multicore, 1110 single-core) that are not part of the head-to-head table, but these do not change the overall picture.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this narrative: AMD’s average is 1954, while Intel’s is 1948. The delta between them is only 0.3%, which is negligible, but it places the AMD part slightly higher on average despite losing every direct comparison. This apparent contradiction is explained by the benchmark composition — the head-to-head uses only Cinebench tests, where Intel consistently wins, while the average includes Geekbench results that may favor AMD. The percentile ranks are identical at 44 for both, placing them in the same performance tier relative to all CPUs.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE uses the Zen+ architecture under the Picasso codename, fabricated on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It features 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. In contrast, the Intel Core i5-1035G7 employs the Ice Lake architecture (Sunny Cove-U core), built on a 10 nm process at Intel with a much smaller 123 mm² die size. The transistor count for Intel is not listed, but the die size difference alone suggests a more compact design.

Cache configurations differ significantly. AMD allocates 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with a shared 4 MB L3 cache. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, but doubles the shared L3 to 6 MB. This extra 2 MB of L3 cache on the Intel side could partially explain its performance edge in memory-sensitive workloads, although both processors support dual-channel DDR4 memory. Memory bandwidth figures support this: Intel lists 51.2 GB/s versus AMD’s 46.9 GB/s, a 9% advantage for Intel.

The platform targets are starkly different. AMD uses Socket AM4, a desktop socket, and is classified as a Desktop market segment part. Intel uses BGA 1526, a soldered mobile socket, and is classified as Mobile. Both use PCIe Gen 3, but AMD supports ECC memory while Intel does not. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD pairs with Radeon RX Vega 11, while Intel uses Iris Plus. Notably, the AMD part has a 35 W TDP while Intel is rated at 15 W, meaning Intel achieves its performance lead at less than half the thermal budget.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the six head-to-head benchmarks, Intel wins every Cinebench test — both single-core and multicore, across R15, R20, and R23 versions. This makes the Core i5-1035G7 the clear choice for rendering workloads, 3D modeling, and any task that relies heavily on CPU compute throughput. The consistent 4% lead in both single-threaded and multi-threaded tests suggests Intel’s newer Ice Lake cores have higher per-clock efficiency, which also explains why it can win while running at a lower boost clock (3.70 GHz versus AMD’s 4.00 GHz) and a much lower TDP.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE does not win any of the six direct comparisons, but its Geekbench scores (not part of the head-to-head) show it is not far behind. With a Geekbench multicore score of 3318 and single-core of 1110, it remains competitive in general-purpose computing. However, the data does not give AMD a single victory in the tests where both parts are directly compared. The AMD part does have ECC memory support, which is a feature absent from Intel, making it potentially more suitable for error-sensitive computing environments, but this is a qualitative feature rather than a benchmark win.

For users prioritizing raw CPU performance as measured by Cinebench, Intel is the winner across the board. For users who value desktop upgradability (Socket AM4) or ECC memory support, AMD holds the advantage, but those are platform features, not performance metrics. The 0.3% average score difference between the two (AMD at 1954, Intel at 1948) suggests that in a broader benchmark suite, the two would trade blows, but the provided data only shows Intel ahead.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-1035G7 scores 951 in Cinebench R23 single-core, which is 4.2% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE’s score of 911.

Q: What is the TDP difference between these two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE has a TDP of 35 W, while the Intel Core i5-1035G7 has a TDP of 15 W. Intel achieves its performance lead despite using 20 W less thermal headroom.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i5-1035G7 does not.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD part has an average benchmark score of 1954, while Intel’s is 1948. This gives AMD a 0.3% higher average, despite Intel winning every head-to-head Cinebench test.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core i5-1035G7 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE has 4 MB. Intel also has a higher memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s versus AMD’s 46.9 GB/s.

Q: Are these processors in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are in the 44th percentile when compared against all CPUs, indicating they occupy the same overall performance tier.

The Verdict

Based on the data, the Intel Core i5-1035G7 is the faster processor in every benchmark where both are directly compared. It leads by approximately 4% in all six Cinebench tests, covering both single-core and multicore workloads. This consistent margin, achieved at a 15 W TDP versus AMD’s 35 W, makes Intel the more efficient performer. Users seeking the highest CPU throughput in rendering or compute-heavy tasks should choose the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE is not without merit. Its average benchmark score is slightly higher (1954 versus 1948), and it offers platform advantages such as Socket AM4 compatibility and ECC memory support. For a desktop system where upgradeability and data integrity are priorities, the AMD part is the rational choice, despite its lower raw performance. The 44th percentile ranking for both parts confirms they are peers in the broader market.

Ultimately, the decision hinges on workload and platform. For mobile or low-power applications where Intel’s 15 W TDP and superior Cinebench scores matter, the Core i5-1035G7 is the data-backed pick. For a desktop build where ECC memory or socket flexibility is required, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE offers features Intel cannot match. Neither part dominates the other categorically; the data simply favors Intel on performance and AMD on platform capabilities.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Base Clock: AMD 3.30 GHz versus Intel 1200.00 MHz (note: Intel’s listed base clock is unusually low, likely a typo in the source data, but it is reported as-is)
• Boost Clock: AMD 4.00 GHz versus Intel 3.70 GHz
• TDP: AMD 35 W versus Intel 15 W
• Socket: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel BGA 1526
• Architecture: Zen+ versus Ice Lake
• Codename: Picasso versus Ice Lake-U
• Generation: Ryzen 5 (Zen+ (Picasso)) versus Core i5 (Sunny Cove-U)
• Process Node: 12 nm versus 10 nm
• Foundry: GlobalFoundries versus Intel
• Transistors: 4,940 million versus not listed
• Die Size: 210 mm² versus 123 mm²
• L1 Cache: 96 KB per core versus 80 KB per core
• L2 Cache: 512 KB per core versus 256 KB per core
• L3 Cache: 4 MB shared versus 6 MB shared
• Memory Bandwidth: 46.9 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s
• ECC Memory Support: True versus False
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon RX Vega 11 versus Iris Plus
• Market Segment: Desktop versus Mobile
• Release Date: 2019-09-29 versus 2019-07-31
• Part Number: YD340BC6M4MFH versus SRGKJ