AMD Ryzen 7 8700F vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F, which wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The Intel Core 3 305 takes only 3 wins, and two of those are in single-thread PassMark tests. The margin of victory in most multi-threaded workloads is substantial, often exceeding 100%.

In Cinebench tests, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F consistently doubles the Intel Core 3 305's output. For Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 26646 against 13123 for the Intel, a 103% advantage. The single-core Cinebench R23 result follows the same pattern: 3761 versus 1852, also a 103.1% lead. The R20 and R15 results mirror this exactly, with the AMD processor delivering 103.1% and 103.2% higher scores respectively in both multi-core and single-core runs. Every Cinebench test shows the same approximate doubling of performance.

The PassMark suite reveals where the AMD chip builds its largest leads. The integer math test shows the biggest gap: AMD scores 100371, Intel scores 32295, a 210.8% difference. Random string sorting follows with 45425 versus 17623, a 157.8% lead, and data compression shows 378160 versus 146857, a 157.5% advantage. Extended instructions deliver a 110.2% lead (28474 vs 13543), and data encryption shows a 100.7% edge (22117 vs 11019). Floating point math is comparatively closer, with AMD leading 62629 to 42284, a 48.1% gap.

The PassMark multi-thread test shows 30893 for AMD versus 15439 for Intel, a 100.1% advantage. The physics test shows a narrower 26% lead: 1553 versus 1233.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 3977 against the AMD's 3872, a 2.6% margin. It also wins the PassMark find prime numbers test, scoring 115 versus 98, a 14.8% relative advantage. These are the only two tests where Intel comes out ahead, and both are single-thread-specific workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The data splits cleanly by workload type. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F dominates in all multi-threaded and most single-threaded productivity tasks, while the Intel Core 3 305 shows a narrow edge in specific single-threaded integer operations.

For content creation, rendering, and compilation workloads, the AMD processor is the clear choice. Its Cinebench results, which double the Intel's scores across R15, R20, and R23, indicate strong performance in CPU-bound rendering tasks. The PassMark integer math and data compression results suggest the AMD chip handles database operations, file compression, and general computation more efficiently. The 210.8% lead in integer math is the largest gap in the entire comparison, pointing to a major advantage in arithmetic-heavy code.

The PassMark physics test, which often correlates with gaming performance, shows the AMD processor ahead by 26%. That is a meaningful but not overwhelming margin. The floating point math lead of 48.1% also supports the AMD chip's strength in scientific and simulation workloads.

The Intel Core 3 305 wins the PassMark single-thread test by 2.6%, which indicates a slight advantage in lightly threaded applications that depend on a single core's peak speed. It also wins the find prime numbers test, a specific workload that measures prime number calculation throughput, by 14.8%. These wins are narrow and isolated to specific integer operations. The Intel chip does not show any advantage in multi-threaded or mixed workloads.

Overall, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the stronger processor for nearly every task in the benchmark suite. The Intel Core 3 305's wins are limited to two single-threaded PassMark tests, and even there, the margins are small compared to the AMD chip's leads elsewhere.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and target different market segments. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is a desktop part built on the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename, released in March 2024. The Intel Core 3 305 is a mobile processor based on the Wildcat Lake codename, with a release date of April 2026, two years later.

The AMD chip uses 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel chip uses 6 cores and 6 threads. This core and thread count difference directly explains the multi-threaded performance gap. The AMD's simultaneous multithreading allows each core to handle two threads, effectively doubling its thread count. The Intel chip lacks this capability.

Clock speeds also differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a base clock of 4.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core 3 305 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The AMD processor's higher base clock and 0.7 GHz higher boost clock contribute to its single-thread advantage in most tests, although the Intel chip's 2.6% edge in PassMark single-thread shows the Intel architecture can still compete in that specific metric.

Process technology differs as well. The AMD chip is manufactured on TSMC's 4 nm process, while the Intel chip uses Intel's own 3 nm process. The AMD chip contains 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel chip's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Cache configuration varies significantly. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 3 305 has 192 KB of L1 cache total, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip's larger cache hierarchy, especially the 16 MB L3 versus 6 MB L3, supports its performance in data-heavy workloads.

Memory support also differs. The AMD chip uses DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel chip supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but uses a single-channel memory bus with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The AMD's dual-channel configuration and higher bandwidth provide a 39.4% advantage in theoretical memory throughput, which helps in memory-intensive tasks.

PCIe lanes differ: the AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel chip provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes. The AMD processor has no integrated graphics, while the Intel chip includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel chip is locked. The AMD socket is AM5, while the Intel uses BGA 1516, reflecting its mobile design. The Intel chip's TDP is 15 watts, while the AMD chip has a 65 watt TDP, indicating the Intel part is designed for lower power consumption. Both processors have a launch MSRP: the AMD at $270 and the Intel at $309.

The Verdict

The benchmark data makes the performance hierarchy unambiguous. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F outperforms the Intel Core 3 305 in 14 of 17 recorded tests, with margins that range from 26% to 210.8%. The Intel chip wins only 3 tests, with its largest win being a 14.8% advantage in prime number finding and a 2.6% edge in PassMark single-thread.

For desktop users running multi-threaded workloads, rendering, compilation, or data processing, the AMD Ryzen 7 8700F is the stronger part. Its 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with a dual-channel memory interface and 16 MB of L3 cache, deliver roughly twice the Cinebench multi-core performance of the Intel chip. The 210.8% lead in integer math and 157.5% lead in data compression show that the AMD processor handles arithmetic-heavy and data-manipulation tasks with far greater efficiency.

The Intel Core 3 305 is positioned for mobile systems with its 15 watt TDP and BGA socket. Its single-thread PassMark win by 2.6% indicates it can match or slightly exceed the AMD chip in certain lightweight single-threaded applications. The find prime numbers win by 14.8% suggests an advantage in specific integer algorithms. For users whose primary workload is single-threaded integer computation and who need minimal power draw, the Intel chip has a narrow case.

The data does not support choosing the Intel chip for any multi-threaded workload. Every multi-core test shows the AMD chip ahead by at least 100%, except for the physics test where it leads by 26%. The Intel chip's 6 cores without hyperthreading, its single-channel memory bus, and its lower 6 MB L3 cache place it at a structural disadvantage in parallel workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F also holds a launch MSRP of $270, which is lower than the Intel Core 3 305's $309, though pricing is not part of the performance analysis. The AMD chip's higher TDP of 65 watts versus 15 watts means it requires more power, but it delivers substantially more performance per watt in the recorded tests.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 3 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance difference in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F scores 26646 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core 3 305 scores 13123. The AMD chip leads by 103%.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 305 win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 3 305 wins 3 tests: PassMark single-thread (3977 vs 3872, a 2.6% lead), PassMark singlethread (same scores), and PassMark find prime numbers (115 vs 98, a 14.8% lead).

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a dual-channel DDR5 memory bus with 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 305 has a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core 3 305 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has no integrated graphics (N/A).

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 3 305 has a TDP of 15 watts.