AMD Ryzen 3 3250U vs Intel Core i5-6260U

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3250U
4,19511% of 36,991
Core i5-6260U5% better
4,42012% of 36,991

The Core i5-6260U has 5% better performance than the Ryzen 3 3250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3250U
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Core i5-6260U
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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 3250U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2020. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 3250U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 3 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 3250U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 3250U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 3250U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 3 3250U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 3. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 3 3250U has the 438th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.34% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i5-6260U CPU

The Intel Core i5-6260U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i5-6260U is compatible with FCBGA1356 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel Iris Graphics 540 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i5-6260U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-6260U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2900.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-6260U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel Iris Graphics 540. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-6260U has the 426th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 11.95% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 3--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2020--
Production StatusActive--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3250U
4,19511% of 36,991
Core i5-6260U5% better
4,42012% of 36,991

The Core i5-6260U has 5% better performance than the Ryzen 3 3250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 3250U is ranked 438th with a score of 4,195, and the Core i5-6260U is ranked 426th with a score of 4,420.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3250U
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Core i5-6260U
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 3 3250U and the Core i5-6260U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 3250U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-740QM4,450+6%
Core i7-5557U4,423+5%
Core i5-6260U4,420+5%
Core i7-6560U4,399+5%
Celeron N51054,394+5%
Core i5-4300M4,230+1%
Core i5-6198DU4,222+1%
Ryzen 3 3250U4,195
Core i7-2640M4,172-1%
Core i3-10110U4,157-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,195
4,420
(+5.36%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,692
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
353
(+18.46%)
298
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
121.6
(+3.93%)
117
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,454
1,961
(+34.87%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
749
944
(+26.03%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,845
(+19.67%)
3,213
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,786
(+7.85%)
1,656
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundries--
Process Size14 nm14 nm
Transistors4,940 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
SeriesRyzen 3--
MicroarchitectureZen--
CodenameRaven RidgeSkylake
Memory SupportDDR4--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
Cores22
Threads44
Clock Speed2.6 GHz1800.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz2900.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier26.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
L1 Cache96 KB128 KB
L2 Cache512 KB512 KB
L3 Cache4 MB4 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
SocketAMD Socket FP5FCBGA1356
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
TJ Max95 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-6260U
Integrated GraphicsRadeon Vega 3Intel Iris Graphics 540
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost--

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.