AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G vs Intel Core i3-4330T Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the head-to-head benchmark suite?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G wins all five Cinebench comparisons. It takes the R15 multicore test 269 to 265, the R20 multicore 1121 to 1108, the R20 single-core 158 to 156, the R23 multicore 2670 to 2639, and the R23 single-core 377 to 372.

Q: Are these two CPUs in the same performance class?

A: Yes. Both sit at the 24th percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core i3-4330T has an average benchmark score of 908, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G averages 919, a difference of roughly 1.2%.

Q: How much does the AMD part lead by in the Cinebench R23 multicore test?

A: The Ryzen Embedded R1305G scores 2670 versus 2639 for the Intel Core i3-4330T, a 1.2% advantage. Despite the older Intel chip running a 3.00 GHz base clock versus the AMD's 1.50 GHz base, the AMD part edges ahead in every measured workload.

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

A: The Intel Core i3-4330T has a 35 W TDP, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G is rated at just 10 W. That makes the AMD chip substantially more power-efficient on paper.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. Neither the Intel Core i3-4330T nor the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G supports ECC memory. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Intel part uses DDR3 while the AMD part uses DDR4.

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core score in Cinebench R20?

A: The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G scores 158, versus 156 for the Intel Core i3-4330T. The 1.3% gap mirrors the multicore results, showing a consistent, if narrow, AMD advantage across all tests.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i3-4330T is built on the Haswell architecture using a 22 nm process from Intel's own foundry. It packs 1,400 million transistors into a 177 mm² die. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G, by contrast, uses the Zen architecture (codenamed "Banded Kestrel") on a 14 nm node fabricated by GlobalFoundries. AMD's chip integrates 3,500 million transistors in a 148 mm² die. The transistor density difference is stark: AMD fits 2.5 times more transistors into a smaller physical area, a direct result of the newer manufacturing process.

Both CPUs feature 2 cores and 4 threads, but their cache hierarchies differ. Intel allocates 64 KB of L1 and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 4 MB of shared L3. AMD provides 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, also with 4 MB of shared L3. The AMD part has 50% more L1 and double the L2 per core, which partially compensates for its much lower base clock.

The memory interfaces are generationally different. Intel supports DDR3 with a dual-channel bus, while AMD supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and a rated bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Intel's memory bandwidth is not specified in the data. Both platforms use PCIe Gen 3, though AMD's implementation offers 8 lanes limited to the CPU only.

Integrated graphics differ as well. Intel pairs the Core i3-4330T with HD 4600 graphics, while AMD includes Radeon Vega 3. The market segments also diverge: Intel targets desktop (Socket 1150), while AMD is positioned as a mobile/embedded part (Socket FP5). AMD's production status is listed as "Active," while Intel's is not specified.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G wins every single benchmark in the head-to-head comparison, taking all five tests. The largest margin comes in Cinebench R15 multicore, where AMD scores 269 against Intel's 265, a 1.5% difference. The R20 multicore test shows AMD ahead by 1.2% (1121 versus 1108), and the R23 multicore test shows the same 1.2% gap (2670 versus 2639).

Single-core results follow the same pattern. In Cinebench R20 single-core, AMD leads 158 to 156, a 1.3% margin. The R23 single-core test shows AMD at 377 versus Intel's 372, also 1.3%. These are narrow margins, but they are consistent across every workload. The Intel chip's 3.00 GHz base clock versus AMD's 1.50 GHz base clock does not translate into a performance win; the AMD part's boost clock of 2.80 GHz and more modern architecture keep it ahead.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this picture. Intel's 908 average places it alongside the Intel Core i3-10110Y and AMD Ryzen 3 3250U, both with identical 908 scores. AMD's 919 average compares to the AMD PRO A10-9700E at 919, the AMD Athlon Silver 3050U at 917, and the AMD FX-4320 at 921. The 11-point average gap between the two reviewed CPUs is small but real.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-4330T | AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G |

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

| Base clock | 3.00 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | None | 2.80 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 10 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1150 | AMD Socket FP5 |

| Process node | 22 nm | 14 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | 1,400 million | 3,500 million |

| Die size | 177 mm² | 148 mm² |

| L1 cache (per core) | 64 KB | 96 KB |

| L2 cache (per core) | 256 KB | 512 KB |

| Memory support | DDR3 | DDR4 |

| Memory bandwidth | Not specified | 38.4 GB/s |

| Integrated graphics | Intel HD 4600 | Radeon Vega 3 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production status | Not specified | Active |

| Release date | 2013-08-31 | 2020-02-24 |

| Part number | SR1NK | YE1305C9T2OFG |

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a clear, if narrow, winner: the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G outperforms the Intel Core i3-4330T in every measured workload. The AMD chip wins all five Cinebench tests, holds a higher average benchmark score (919 versus 908), and does so while consuming only 10 W TDP compared to Intel's 35 W. The performance deltas are small — between 1.2% and 1.5% — but they are consistent across multicore and single-core workloads.

The Intel part's higher base clock of 3.00 GHz does not compensate for its older Haswell architecture, smaller cache allocations, and DDR3 memory support. The AMD part's Zen architecture, with more L1 and L2 cache per core and DDR4 memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, delivers a marginal but uniform advantage.

However, the verdict is not purely about performance. The Intel Core i3-4330T targets the desktop market with an Intel Socket 1150, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G is a mobile/embedded part on Socket FP5. These are different platforms for different use cases. The AMD chip is also newer by over six years, with a release date of 2020-02-24 versus 2013-08-31 for Intel. If your platform requires a desktop socket, the Intel part is the only option. If power efficiency and modern memory support matter more, the AMD part is the superior choice.

Where Each One Wins

AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G — All Benchmark Workloads: The AMD chip wins every Cinebench test in the head-to-head comparison. In R15 multicore, it scores 269 versus 265; in R20 multicore, 1121 versus 1108; in R20 single-core, 158 versus 156; in R23 multicore, 2670 versus 2639; and in R23 single-core, 377 versus 372. The margins range from 1.2% to 1.5%, but the sweep is complete. The AMD part also wins on power efficiency, with a 10 W TDP versus Intel's 35 W — a 71.4% reduction in thermal design power.

AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G — Energy-Sensitive Applications: With a TDP of just 10 W, the AMD chip is the clear choice for fanless or battery-powered designs. The Intel part's 35 W TDP is 3.5 times higher. For embedded systems where cooling is limited or power budgets are tight, the AMD part's combination of slightly higher performance and dramatically lower power draw makes it the only sensible pick.

Intel Core i3-4330T — Desktop Socket Compatibility: The Intel part uses Intel Socket 1150, a desktop platform. If the target system is built around that socket, the Core i3-4330T is the only compatible option between the two. The AMD chip uses Socket FP5, which is not interchangeable. The Intel part also has a higher base clock (3.00 GHz versus 1.50 GHz), which may be relevant for workloads that do not benefit from boost behavior, though the benchmark data does not show a performance advantage from this.

AMD Ryzen Embedded R1305G — Modern Memory and Connectivity: The AMD part supports DDR4 memory with 38.4 GB/s of rated bandwidth, while Intel is limited to DDR3 with no bandwidth figure specified. Both use PCIe Gen 3, but AMD's 8-lane configuration is explicitly CPU-only. For systems requiring newer memory technology, the AMD chip is the clear winner.

Neither — ECC or Unlocked Multipliers: Both processors lack ECC memory support, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. Users needing either feature must look elsewhere. The data shows no advantage for either chip in these areas.