AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U vs Intel Celeron N5105 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a decisive picture: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U wins every shared benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, taking all four tests outright. The Intel Celeron N5105 does not register a single victory in the matched tests, making this a one-sided contest in raw performance terms.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U scores 624 against the Celeron’s 341. That is a delta of negative 45.4 percent for the Intel part, meaning the AMD chip outperforms it by roughly 83 percent in this workload. The single-core variant of the same test shows a narrower but still significant gap: the Ryzen scores 142 versus 108.1, a 23.9 percent deficit for the Celeron.

Geekbench results reinforce the trend. In the multi-core test, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U posts 2202, while the Celeron N5105 manages only 1189, a delta of negative 46 percent. The single-core Geekbench run gives the AMD part 819 against 516 for the Intel, a 37 percent difference. Across all four head-to-head tests, the Ryzen’s smallest margin is the 23.9 percent advantage in Cinebench R15 single-core, and its largest is the 46 percent lead in Geekbench multi-core.

The Celeron does have its own benchmark entries in the database, but none of them overlap with the Ryzen’s recorded results beyond the four compared tests. The Intel chip’s Cinebench R20 scores are 1422 multi-core and 200 single-core, while its Cinebench R23 results are 3388 multi-core and 478 single-core. The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U has no recorded R20 or R23 scores in this dataset, so those figures cannot be directly compared.

What the data does show is that the Ryzen’s wins are not marginal. Every delta exceeds 20 percent, and two exceed 45 percent. The average benchmark score for the Celeron is 955, while the Ryzen sits at 947, a curious inversion: despite losing every head-to-head test, the Celeron’s average is slightly higher because it includes R20 and R23 results that are not present for the AMD part. This highlights the importance of test coverage when interpreting average scores.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for users prioritizing compute performance: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is the superior processor in every directly comparable workload. Its four head-to-head victories include both single-core and multi-core scenarios, so the advantage is not limited to threaded applications. The Celeron N5105 trails by 23.9 to 46 percent depending on the test, which is a substantial gap for any productivity or general-purpose use.

The Ryzen also offers double the thread count (8 threads versus 4), a higher base clock (2.10 GHz versus 2.00 GHz), and a higher boost clock (3.70 GHz versus 2.90 GHz). It is fabricated on a larger 12 nm node from GlobalFoundries, while the Celeron uses Intel’s 10 nm Tremont architecture, but the process advantage does not translate into a performance win for Intel. The Ryzen’s 4,940 million transistors and 210 mm² die size dwarf the Celeron’s 63.8 mm² die, reflecting a more complex design.

For users who only need light, low-power tasks, the Celeron’s 10 W TDP versus the Ryzen’s 15 W TDP might be a consideration, but the benchmark data does not support choosing it for speed. The Ryzen is the pick for anyone who values responsiveness in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, as the recorded numbers show it decisively ahead in all cases.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The Intel Celeron N5105 uses the Tremont architecture on the Jasper Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel’s foundry. It has 4 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 2.90 GHz. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1.5 MB of shared L2, and 4 MB of shared L3. The die size is 63.8 mm², and it supports DDR4 and LPDDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. It uses Intel BGA 1338 socket and is marked as end-of-life.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U uses the Zen+ architecture on the Picasso codename, built on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. Its cache layout includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3. The die size is 210 mm², with 4,940 million transistors. It supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. It uses AMD Socket FP5 and remains in active production.

Notable differences include the thread count: the Ryzen’s simultaneous multithreading doubles the logical cores, which directly explains its multi-core advantage. The Ryzen also has a larger L1 cache per core (96 KB versus 64 KB) and a larger L2 per core (512 KB versus 1.5 MB shared across all cores), though the Celeron’s shared L2 is larger in total. Both have 4 MB of L3, but the memory bandwidth favors Intel at 46.9 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s, a specification that does not translate into a benchmark win for the Celeron.

Integrated graphics differ as well: the Celeron carries UHD Graphics 24EU, while the Ryzen uses Radeon Vega 8. The PCIe support is Gen 3 for both, but the Celeron specifies 8 lanes from the CPU, while the Ryzen does not list a lane count. Neither supports ECC memory, and both are locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in direct comparison?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U wins all four head-to-head tests: Cinebench R15 multi-core, Cinebench R15 single-core, Geekbench multi-core, and Geekbench single-core. The Intel Celeron N5105 wins none.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multi-core workloads?

A: In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen scores 624 versus 341 for the Celeron, a delta of negative 45.4 percent. In Geekbench multi-core, the Ryzen scores 2202 versus 1189, a delta of negative 46 percent.

Q: Is the single-core performance gap smaller than the multi-core gap?

A: Yes. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Ryzen leads by 23.9 percent (142 versus 108.1). In Geekbench single-core, the lead is 37 percent (819 versus 516). The multi-core deltas are larger at 45.4 and 46 percent.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores?

A: Yes, both have 4 physical cores. The Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U has 8 threads, while the Celeron N5105 has 4 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The Celeron has a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 2.90 GHz. The Ryzen has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a lower TDP?

A: The Intel Celeron N5105 has a TDP of 10 W, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U has a TDP of 15 W.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U is the clear winner in all measured compute scenarios. Its four head-to-head victories cover both single-core and multi-core tests, so it is the better choice for tasks that rely on raw CPU throughput, such as compiling code, rendering, or running complex spreadsheets. The 46 percent lead in Geekbench multi-core and the 45.4 percent lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core indicate strong parallel performance, likely driven by its 8 threads versus 4. Even in lightly threaded work, the 23.9 to 37 percent single-core advantage means everyday applications will feel snappier on the Ryzen.

The Intel Celeron N5105 has no benchmark wins in the shared tests, but its profile suits different priorities. Its 10 W TDP is lower, which may appeal to fanless or ultra-low-power designs, and its memory bandwidth is higher at 46.9 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s, though this does not show up in the recorded CPU scores. The Celeron’s end-of-life status and smaller die size (63.8 mm² versus 210 mm²) suggest it targets minimal cost and power envelopes rather than performance. For users who need the absolute lowest power draw and are willing to accept a 24 to 46 percent performance deficit, the Celeron remains an option, but the data does not support choosing it for speed.

The Ryzen also holds an advantage in production status: it is active, while the Celeron is end-of-life. This could matter for long-term availability. The Ryzen’s larger transistor count (4,940 million versus no listed count for the Celeron) and larger die indicate a more capable part overall. In any benchmark that matters, the Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U wins, and the only reasons to pick the Celeron would be power constraints or a preference for Intel’s platform, not performance as measured here.