AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225T Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T represent two distinct approaches to desktop processing. The benchmark data shows a clear statistical advantage for the Intel part across every recorded workload, but the specific margins vary significantly by task type, revealing the architectural priorities of each design. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T records an average benchmark score of 30468, placing it in the 82nd percentile, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G averages 27382, landing in the 79th percentile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins all 11 recorded head-to-head comparisons. The largest margin appears in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where Intel scores 284 against AMD's 36, a delta of -87.3% from the AMD perspective. This result indicates a massive advantage in integer-heavy, branch-dependent workloads, likely stemming from the newer microarchitecture and higher boost clock.

The passmark_floating_point_math test shows a similarly lopsided result. Intel's score of 82751 dwarfs AMD's 25245, representing a 69.5% deficit for the Ryzen part. This gap is consistent with the Intel processor's larger core count and newer vector execution units. The passmark_physics test also heavily favors Intel, with a score of 2053 versus 701, a 65.9% difference, which suggests superior handling of physics simulation and collision detection tasks.

In multithreaded performance, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 25358 against the AMD's 14033, a 44.7% advantage. This is a substantial lead, but it is smaller than the floating-point or prime-number margins, indicating that the Ryzen's simultaneous multithreading (SMT) partially compensates for its lower physical core count. The passmark_data_encryption test shows Intel at 18289 versus AMD's 10288, a 43.7% gap, while passmark_extended_instructions sees Intel at 20083 against 11935, a 40.6% deficit.

The passmark_random_string_sorting benchmark favors Intel with a score of 28774 versus 18819, a 34.6% difference. The passmark_single_thread test, which appears twice in the data with identical results, shows Intel at 4348 against AMD's 3096, a 28.8% advantage. The passmark_data_compression test shows the smallest relative margin, with Intel at 233998 and AMD at 168041, a 28.2% gap. Finally, passmark_integer_math shows Intel at 59543 versus 45910, a 22.9% difference, the smallest recorded margin of all tests.

Architecture Differences

The processors diverge fundamentally in their core configurations. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses 4 cores and 8 threads, based on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T uses 10 cores and 10 threads, based on the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename. The Intel part has no SMT, relying on its higher physical core count to achieve its multithreaded lead.

The process technology differs significantly. AMD uses a 7 nm node from TSMC, while Intel uses a 3 nm node, also from TSMC. The transistor counts reflect this: Intel's die contains 17,800 million transistors across a 243 mm² die, while AMD's has 10,700 million on a 180 mm² die. The smaller process node and larger die area give Intel more room for execution resources.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. Intel allocates 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger per-core L2 and total L3 cache likely contribute to its advantage in data compression and sorting tasks, where working sets exceed the AMD's L3 capacity.

The memory interface also differs. AMD supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel access and a recorded bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while Intel supports DDR5 with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The doubled memory bandwidth on the Intel platform directly benefits tasks that are memory-bandwidth sensitive, such as data encryption and physics calculations. AMD supports ECC memory, while Intel does not. The PCIe interface differs as well: AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes.

The integrated graphics solutions are distinct. AMD uses Radeon Vega 6, while Intel uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU. Both target desktop use, but the architectural lineage is completely different. The Intel CPU has a higher base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the AMD has a higher base clock of 4.00 GHz but a lower boost of 4.20 GHz.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-thread benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 4348 in the passmark_single_thread test, compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G's 3096. This gives Intel a 28.8% advantage in single-thread performance.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G win any recorded benchmark?

A: No. The head-to-head data records zero wins for the AMD part and 11 wins for the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T across all test workloads.

Q: How much faster is the Intel part in multithreaded workloads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 25358 in passmark_multithread, versus 14033 for the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. This represents a 44.7% higher score for Intel.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G supports DDR4 memory, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T supports DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but Intel's recorded bandwidth is 102.4 GB/s versus AMD's 51.2 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more physical cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T has 10 physical cores, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G has 4 physical cores. Intel has 10 threads total, while AMD has 8 threads due to SMT.

Q: How do the processors compare in data encryption performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T scores 18289 in passmark_data_encryption, while the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 10288. Intel is 43.7% ahead in this workload.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Intel Core Ultra 5 225T |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Cores | 4 | 10 |

| Threads | 8 | 10 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.20 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1851 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Arrow Lake |

| Codename | Cezanne | Arrow Lake-S |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | 17,800 million |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | 243 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 3 MB (per core) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 102.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes | Gen 5, 20 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 6 | Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU |

| Part Number | 100-000001749 | unknown |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T wins every benchmark category in the database, so the use-case split is defined by the magnitude of its advantage. The largest margins, exceeding 65%, appear in passmark_find_prime_numbers, passmark_floating_point_math, and passmark_physics. These workloads involve heavy mathematical computation, iterative algorithms, and floating-point throughput. For users running scientific simulations, physics engines, or prime-number-related algorithms, the Intel part delivers a decisive performance lead.

The smallest margin, at 22.9%, occurs in passmark_integer_math. This workload is more balanced between the two, although Intel still leads. Integer math forms the basis of many general-purpose applications, including database operations and control logic. The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G narrows the gap here, making it relatively less disadvantaged in these tasks compared to floating-point-heavy ones.

The AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G offers ECC memory support, which the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T lacks. This gives the AMD part a functional advantage in environments where data integrity is critical, such as error-correcting memory setups for storage servers or financial calculations. The AMD part also uses the AM4 socket and DDR4 memory, which are established platforms with broad compatibility.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225T provides Gen 5 PCIe with 20 lanes from the CPU, versus Gen 3 with 16 lanes on the AMD side. This gives the Intel platform higher bandwidth for expansion cards and storage devices. The Intel part also has a 102.4 GB/s memory bandwidth, double the AMD's 51.2 GB/s, which benefits any workload that streams large datasets.

The record shows a clear overall winner in the Intel Core Ultra 5 225T, but the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G retains specific platform attributes, namely ECC support and a mature socket, that appeal to particular deployment scenarios. For raw performance across all measured PassMark tests, the Intel part is consistently ahead, with the largest gaps in floating-point and physics workloads and the smallest gap in integer math.