AMD Ryzen 5 5605G vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5605G and Intel Core 3 304 represent two very different design philosophies from the database records. The Ryzen 5 5605G is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, six cores, and twelve threads, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. The Intel Core 3 304 is a mobile processor with a 15 W TDP, five cores, and five threads, built on Intel's 3 nm process. The benchmark data shows a clear split: the Intel part wins in single-threaded and average score metrics, while the AMD part’s multi-threaded advantage is implied by its core and thread count, though the recorded head-to-head benchmarks are empty. The Intel Core 3 304 has a recorded average benchmark score of 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has a percentile of 50 and an average score of 0 in the database, meaning no direct benchmark scores are available for it.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 304 is the clear winner in the recorded data. Its benchmark suite includes Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 scores, plus a full PassMark set. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and single-core score of 1765 show a strong balance. The PassMark single-thread score of 3614 is particularly high, reflecting the efficiency of the Wildcat Lake architecture. The Intel part also wins in floating-point math with a score of 29722, integer math at 24640, and multithread at 11625. Its data compression score of 114775 and data encryption score of 8501 indicate strong throughput for those workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so the wins must be inferred from its specifications. The six-core, twelve-thread configuration with a 3.90 GHz base clock and 4.40 GHz boost clock suggests it is designed for sustained multi-threaded workloads. The 16 MB of L3 cache and 512 KB of L2 per core provide a large data footprint for cache-sensitive tasks. The 65 W TDP allows for higher sustained power delivery, which typically translates to better all-core performance in rendering, compiling, or encoding scenarios. The database does not record any direct wins for the AMD part, but the architecture specification indicates it would excel in workloads that scale with thread count.

The Intel Core 3 304 also wins in power efficiency. The 15 W TDP is a fraction of the AMD part's 65 W TDP, and the 3 nm process node from Intel allows for a denser, more efficient transistor layout. The single-channel memory bus with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support delivers 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth, which is 16.6% higher than the AMD part’s dual-channel DDR4 bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. This bandwidth advantage is notable for memory-intensive single-threaded tasks. The Intel part’s boost clock of 4.30 GHz is close to the AMD part’s 4.40 GHz, but its base clock of 1.50 GHz is far lower, indicating a design that leans on boost behavior rather than sustained base frequency.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne, on a 7 nm process from TSMC. The die size is 180 mm² with 10,700 million transistors. The Intel Core 3 304 uses a newer process: 3 nm from Intel, with the Wildcat Lake codename. The database records no transistor count or die size for the Intel part, but the 3 nm node suggests a smaller, more efficient die.

The cache hierarchies differ significantly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part’s per-core L2 and larger L3 provide a substantial cache advantage for workloads that benefit from repeated data access. The Intel part’s smaller L3 is shared across five cores, which may create contention in multi-threaded scenarios but still allows fast single-threaded access.

The memory controllers are also distinct. The AMD part supports DDR4 in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in single-channel mode with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Despite the single-channel configuration, the newer memory standard delivers higher peak bandwidth. The Intel part also has PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes, while the AMD part has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. The AMD part offers more lanes for expansion, but the Intel part’s newer PCIe standard provides higher per-lane bandwidth.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD part uses Radeon Vega 7, while the Intel part uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores, so a direct comparison is not possible. The Intel part’s socket is BGA 1516, which means it is soldered to the motherboard, while the AMD part uses Socket AM4, which is upgradeable. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, while the Intel part is locked.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. This means the comparison must rely on the Intel part’s recorded scores against its nearest rivals and the AMD part’s specification-based expectations.

The Intel Core 3 304 has a nearest rival in the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, which has an average score of 13786 and a delta of -0.3%, meaning the Intel part is 0.3% behind that high-end workstation part. Another rival is the Intel Core i7-8750H with an average score of 13868 and a delta of -0.9%, so the Core 3 304 is 0.9% behind that older mobile processor. The Intel Core 5 120UL has an average score of 13594 and a delta of 1.1%, meaning the Core 3 304 is 1.1% ahead. The AMD EPYC 7443 has an average score of 13936 and a delta of -1.4%, so the Core 3 304 is 1.4% behind that server chip.

These deltas show that the Intel Core 3 304 performs within a narrow band around other processors in the database. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5263 and single-core score of 1765 are the most direct indicators of its capabilities. The PassMark multithread score of 11625 and single-thread score of 3614 confirm a balanced profile. The Intel part’s data compression score of 114775 is its strongest PassMark result, while the find prime numbers score of 68 is its weakest, indicating that the architecture favors integer-heavy workloads over prime-number searches.

For the AMD part, no numbers exist to walk through. The specification data shows a 3.90 GHz base clock that is 2.6 times higher than the Intel part’s 1.50 GHz base clock. The boost clocks are closer: 4.40 GHz for AMD versus 4.30 GHz for Intel, a 2.3% difference. The AMD part has 20% more cores and 140% more threads than the Intel part. The L3 cache is 2.67 times larger on the AMD part. These differences suggest that the AMD part would dominate in multi-threaded rendering or compilation, while the Intel part’s higher single-thread scores and memory bandwidth would win in lightweight, latency-sensitive tasks.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-threaded performance in the recorded data?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has a PassMark single-thread score of 3614 and a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1765. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded benchmark scores, so no direct comparison is available in the database.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X in single-channel mode with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G supports DDR4 in dual-channel mode with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G overclockable?

A: Yes, the AMD part has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel Core 3 304 has a locked multiplier, meaning it cannot be overclocked.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has a TDP of 65 W. The Intel Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 W.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 3 304?

A: The launch MSRP is $309. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. The AMD part uses Socket AM4, while the Intel part uses BGA 1516. The AMD part is a desktop segment product, and the Intel part is a mobile segment product. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 5 cores and 5 threads. The base clocks are 3.90 GHz for AMD and 1.50 GHz for Intel. The boost clocks are 4.40 GHz for AMD and 4.30 GHz for Intel. The TDPs are 65 W for AMD and 15 W for Intel.

The process nodes are 7 nm from TSMC for AMD and 3 nm from Intel for the Intel part. The AMD part has 10,700 million transistors and a die size of 180 mm², while the Intel part has no recorded transistor count or die size. The cache layouts are distinct: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3; Intel has 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2 total, and 6 MB L3 shared. Memory support is DDR4 for AMD and DDR5/LPDDR5X for Intel. The memory bus is dual-channel for AMD and single-channel for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s for AMD and 59.7 GB/s for Intel.

PCIe support differs: AMD has Gen 3 with 16 lanes, Intel has Gen 4 with 6 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7 for AMD and Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe for Intel. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The release dates are 2025-02-23 for AMD and 2026-04-15 for Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $309, while the AMD part has none recorded. The part numbers are 100-000001801 for AMD and SAE3K for Intel. The production status is Active for both. Neither supports ECC memory. The percentile rankings are 50 for AMD and 68 for Intel. The average benchmark score is 0 for AMD and 13745 for Intel.