AMD Ryzen 3 3250U vs Intel Core i5-8265U

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3250U
4,19511% of 36,991
Core i5-8265U48% better
6,22217% of 36,991

The Core i5-8265U has 48% better performance than the Ryzen 3 3250U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3250U
No data available
Core i5-8265U
20.9517% of 121.53

The Core i5-8265U has 17% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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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 i5-8265U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8265U is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2018 with a suggested retail price of $297. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The i5-8265U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8265U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8265U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-8265U features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1600.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.9 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 Core i5-8265U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 620. 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 & Value

The Core i5-8265U has the 379th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,222 score and $297 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 20.95. This is the 156th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

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

InfoRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-8265U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 3Core i5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2020Q4 2018
Launch Price (MSRP)--$297
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 3250U
4,19511% of 36,991
Core i5-8265U48% better
6,22217% of 36,991

The Core i5-8265U has 48% 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 i5-8265U is ranked 379th with a score of 6,222.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3250U
No data available
Core i5-8265U
20.9517% of 121.53

The Core i5-8265U has 40% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i5-8265U's 20.95 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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 i5-8365U6,395+52%
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5+52%
Core i5-8265U6,222+48%
Processor N1006,129+46%
Core i5-7300HQ6,042+44%
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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 3250U orCore i5-8265U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-7700HQ23.37+12%
Core i5-8365U21.53+3%
Xeon E3-1505M v521.5+3%
Core i7-4810MQ21.2+1%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11+1%
Core i5-8265U20.95
Core i7-4800MQ20.78-1%
Core i7-3610QM20.33-3%
Core i3-7100H20.26-3%
Core i7-4712MQ19.69-6%

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 i5-8265U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,195
6,222
(+48.32%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
1,692
2,657
(+57.03%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
353
601.5
(+70.4%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
121.6
159
(+30.76%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,454
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
749
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,845
5,979
(+55.5%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,786
2,072
(+16.01%)
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 i5-8265U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
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 i5-8265U
SeriesRyzen 3Core i5
MicroarchitectureZenWhiskey Lake
CodenameRaven RidgeWhiskey Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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 i5-8265U
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed2.6 GHz1600.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz3.9 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier26.0x16.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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 i5-8265U
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache4 MB6 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 i5-8265U
SocketAMD Socket FP5Intel BGA 1528
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max95 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 3 3250UCore i5-8265U
Integrated GraphicsRadeon Vega 3UHD Graphics 620
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 BoostMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0

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