AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Intel Core i5-14401E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep for the Intel Core i5-14401E across every shared Cinebench workload. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G does not register a single win in the six head-to-head comparisons, with Intel taking all six by margins that cluster tightly around 32%.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel part scores 1830 in multi-core against AMD's 1245, a delta of -32%. The single-core result is similar: Intel at 258 versus AMD at 175, a -32.2% gap. Moving to Cinebench R20, the Intel CPU delivers 7627 multi-core points to AMD's 5190, and 1076 single-core points to AMD's 732, both showing a -32% delta. The R23 results follow the same pattern: Intel posts 18161 multi-core and 2564 single-core, while AMD manages 12359 and 1744 respectively, with deltas of -31.9% and -32%.

The consistency of these margins is notable. Every single-core test shows the Intel chip holding roughly a one-third advantage, and the multi-core tests mirror that exactly. This is not a case where one workload favors one architecture and another favors the rival, the data indicates a uniform performance gap across the entire Cinebench suite.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G does hold its own in a broader sense. Its average benchmark score sits at 17278, placing it in the 71st percentile of all CPUs tracked. The Intel Core i5-14401E, by contrast, has an average score of 5253 and sits in the 60th percentile. That discrepancy requires context: the AMD part has 17 recorded benchmark entries, while the Intel part has only 6 Cinebench results, so the average scores are not directly comparable across the same workload set.

Looking at nearest rivals for each part, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G trades blows with the Intel Core i5-12450H (0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 3 210 (-0.2%), the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 (-0.3%), and the Intel Core i5-11400F (0.6%). The Intel Core i5-14401E sits close to the Intel Xeon E5-2699A v4 (-0.1%), the Intel Core i7-11700B (0.2%), the Intel Core i9-10850K (0.2%), and the Intel Core i5-13400T (0.8%). These rival comparisons suggest the AMD part is positioned among older mid-range chips, while the Intel part lands near higher-tier desktop silicon from previous generations.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, with a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. The Intel Core i5-14401E uses Raptor Lake on Intel's 10 nm process, with a die size of 215 mm²; the database does not list a transistor count for the Intel part.

Core counts differ significantly. AMD fields 4 cores and 8 threads, while Intel offers 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks favor AMD at 3.40 GHz versus Intel's 2.50 GHz, but boost clocks flip that: AMD tops out at 4.90 GHz, Intel at 4.70 GHz. The higher base clock on AMD likely reflects the smaller, more efficient cores, while the Intel part relies on additional cores and threads to pull ahead.

Cache layouts are distinct. The AMD chip has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on Intel, 20 MB versus 8 MB, aligns with its multi-core advantage in the benchmark data.

Memory support differs as well. AMD supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel access and a listed memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but the database does not list a bandwidth figure for it. Both parts support ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities favor Intel. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses the Radeon 740M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730.

Socket compatibility separates the platforms entirely. AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses Socket 1700. Both parts are locked (multiplier unlocked: false), and both are actively in production. The AMD part released on 2024-04-15, the Intel part on 2024-06-30. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-14401E has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the largest Cinebench R23 multi-core score difference between the two?

A: The Intel part scores 18161 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD part scores 12359. The delta is -31.9%, meaning Intel holds a roughly 47% raw score advantage.

Q: Do both CPUs support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G and the Intel Core i5-14401E list ECC memory support as true.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G boosts to 4.90 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-14401E boosts to 4.70 GHz.

Q: How do the integrated graphics compare?

A: The AMD part uses the Radeon 740M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. The database does not list performance benchmarks for either iGPU.

Q: What is the PCIe generation difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes, while the Intel Core i5-14401E uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous. The Intel Core i5-14401E wins all six head-to-head comparisons, with every margin falling between -31.9% and -32.2%. The 6-core, 12-thread Intel part delivers consistently higher scores in both single-core and multi-core Cinebench workloads, which directly translates to faster rendering, encoding, and general compute tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G does offer advantages in other areas. It uses a smaller 4 nm process, draws the same 65 W TDP, and has a higher boost clock. It also supports DDR5 with a specified bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, whereas Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 without a listed bandwidth. For a buyer prioritizing a modern socket, smaller process node, and higher boost frequency, the AMD part has relevant attributes. However, for raw compute performance as measured by Cinebench, the Intel part is the clear winner.

The percentile data adds context. AMD sits at the 71st percentile of all CPUs, Intel at the 60th. This seems contradictory given Intel's sweep, but the percentile is based on each part's full benchmark set, and the AMD part has a much larger benchmark list (17 entries versus 6). The Cinebench data, which is the only directly comparable set, tells the story: Intel wins every time.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Intel Core i5-14401E |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 4.70 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 137 mm² | 215 mm² |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not listed |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release Date | 2024-04-15 | 2024-06-30 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-14401E wins in every measured compute benchmark. Its advantages are strongest in multi-core workloads, where the extra 2 cores and 4 threads matter most. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 all show the Intel part delivering roughly 47% more raw multi-core score. Single-core performance also favors Intel by about 32%, despite the AMD part's higher boost clock. This suggests the Raptor Lake cores have better per-clock efficiency or higher sustained boost behavior in these specific tests.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G wins on platform attributes rather than benchmark scores. It uses a smaller 4 nm process, which typically implies better power efficiency per transistor, though TDP is equal at 65 W. It has a higher boost clock at 4.90 GHz, a smaller die size at 137 mm² versus 215 mm², and a newer socket (AM5) that may offer a longer upgrade path. It also has a specified memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, which the Intel part lacks in the database.

For a user whose primary concern is Cinebench-style rendering or multi-threaded compute, the Intel Core i5-14401E is the choice based on the data. For a user who values the efficiency of a 4 nm process, a higher boost clock, or the AM5 platform, the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G offers those specific attributes. The benchmark results, however, leave no ambiguity about raw performance: Intel wins every recorded comparison.