AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, which wins 12 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core 3 304 takes five wins, mostly in single-threaded and specialized workloads. The scale of the AMD lead varies dramatically by test type, from narrow single-core margins to near-tripling of multi-core scores.

The largest single disparity appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE scores 15504 against the Intel Core 3 304's 5263, a 194.6% advantage. That is more than double the Intel part's output. PassMark integer math shows a similar pattern: 67582 versus 24640, a 174.3% gap. Data compression also favors AMD heavily, with 228037 versus 114775, a 98.7% difference. These results indicate the AMD processor's extra cores and threads deliver substantial throughput in parallel workloads.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows an 84% lead for AMD (1562 versus 849), while Cinebench R20 multi-core shows a 56.5% lead (6511 versus 4160). PassMark random string sorting follows at 74% (23769 versus 13659). Data encryption favors AMD by 70.7% (14509 versus 8501), and extended instructions by 62.2% (15714 versus 9686). PassMark multithread completes the pattern with a 55.3% advantage (18057 versus 11625).

The Intel Core 3 304's wins are narrower in percentage terms but consistent across single-thread tests. PassMark single-thread shows 3614 versus 3240, a 10.3% advantage for Intel. Cinebench R15 single-core shows 264 versus 220, a 16.7% lead. PassMark find prime numbers gives Intel a 27.9% edge (68 versus 49), and PassMark physics shows 868 versus 648, a 25.3% lead. The Intel part also wins Cinebench R20 single-core? No, the data shows AMD wins that one at 918 versus 587, a 56.4% margin.

The single-core picture is actually mixed. Intel leads PassMark single-thread and Cinebench R15 single-core, but AMD wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 56.4% and Cinebench R23 single-core by 24% (2188 versus 1765). The Cinebench single-core results favor AMD in the newer test versions, while the older R15 test and PassMark favor Intel.

The average benchmark scores reflect the overall gap: AMD sits at 25880 with a 78th percentile among all CPUs, while Intel sits at 13745 with a 68th percentile. AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-11700K (delta of 0.3%) and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (delta of -0.4%), placing it in solid mid-range desktop territory. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (delta of -0.3%) and the Intel Core i7-8750H (delta of -0.9%), a much lower performance class.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The process node difference is significant: Intel's 3 nm is two generations ahead of AMD's 7 nm by the node naming convention.

Core counts differ substantially. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel provides 5 cores and 5 threads. The Intel part has no simultaneous multithreading, which explains why its thread count equals its core count. This is a structural disadvantage in heavily threaded workloads, as the benchmark results confirm.

Cache hierarchies are organized differently. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Intel uses a different layout: 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The AMD part's larger L3 gives it more capacity for reused data across cores.

Memory support diverges sharply. AMD uses DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth. Intel uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. Despite the single-channel limitation, Intel's newer memory standard delivers higher raw bandwidth. AMD supports ECC memory; Intel does not.

PCIe connectivity also differs. AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes. The Intel part has a newer PCIe standard but far fewer lanes. Integrated graphics differ as well: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core.

The sockets are incompatible. AMD uses Socket AM4, a desktop platform, while Intel uses BGA 1516, a soldered mobile package. This reflects their market segments: AMD is a desktop processor, Intel is a mobile processor. The Intel part carries a 15 W TDP, while the AMD part carries a 65 W TDP. The production status of both is listed as Active.

Release dates show a two-year gap. The AMD part was released on 2024-05-06, while the Intel part was released on 2026-04-15. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins every multi-core benchmark recorded. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 15504 versus 5263, a 194.6% lead. PassMark multithread shows 18057 versus 11625, a 55.3% lead. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 6511 versus 4160, a 56.5% lead.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 304 win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins five of the 17 recorded comparisons: PassMark single-thread (3614 versus 3240, 10.3% lead), Cinebench R15 single-core (264 versus 220, 16.7% lead), PassMark find prime numbers (68 versus 49, 27.9% lead), PassMark physics (868 versus 648, 25.3% lead), and the duplicate PassMark singlethread entry.

Q: Why does the AMD processor have such a large multi-core advantage?

A: The AMD part provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part provides 5 cores and 5 threads. The Intel processor lacks simultaneous multithreading, so its thread count equals its core count. The AMD part also has 16 MB of L3 cache versus 6 MB on the Intel part.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has higher recorded memory bandwidth at 59.7 GB/s, despite using a single-channel memory bus. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 51.2 GB/s over a dual-channel bus. Intel uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X, while AMD uses DDR4.

Q: What are the TDP differences?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a 65 W TDP, while the Intel Core 3 304 has a 15 W TDP. The Intel part is designed for mobile use with a BGA 1516 socket, while the AMD part is a desktop processor using Socket AM4.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE ranks in the 78th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core 3 304 ranks in the 68th percentile. The AMD part's average benchmark score is 25880, compared to 13745 for the Intel part.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 5 |

| Threads | 12 | 5 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Not specified |

| Codename | Cezanne | Wildcat Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not specified |

| Die size | 180 mm² | Not specified |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB total |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2.5 MB total |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 6 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

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

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2024-05-06 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $309 |

| Part number | 100-000001514 | SAE3K |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE dominates in every throughput-oriented task. Cinebench R23 multi-core, integer math, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, and multithread benchmarks all show leads between 55.3% and 194.6%. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration with 16 MB of L3 cache is the clear choice for rendering, encoding, database work, or any workload that scales across cores.

The AMD part also wins both newer Cinebench single-core tests. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2188 versus 1765, a 24% lead, and Cinebench R20 single-core shows 918 versus 587, a 56.4% lead. This indicates the Zen 3 architecture still delivers competitive per-thread performance despite the older process node. Floating point math also favors AMD at 38204 versus 29722, a 28.5% lead.

The Intel Core 3 304 wins in PassMark single-thread, Cinebench R15 single-core, PassMark find prime numbers, and PassMark physics. The physics result is notable: 868 versus 648, a 25.3% lead. Prime number finding also favors Intel at 68 versus 49, a 27.9% lead. These wins suggest the Intel architecture has strengths in certain integer-heavy or physics-simulation patterns that do not translate to broader workloads.

The Intel part's higher memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s and newer 3 nm process do not overcome the core count deficit in most tests. Its single-channel memory bus and lack of multithreading limit its ceiling. The 15 W TDP makes it suitable for power-constrained mobile designs, but the data shows clear performance trade-offs.

The use-case split is straightforward. For desktop productivity, content creation, compilation, or anything parallel, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is the stronger performer by every recorded measure. For lightweight mobile workloads where single-thread speed and power efficiency matter more than throughput, the Intel Core 3 304 has specific advantages in PassMark single-thread and physics simulations. The average benchmark scores tell the story: 25880 for AMD versus 13745 for Intel, a gap that places the two in different performance classes entirely.