Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs Core i3-1220P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Core i3-1220P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1220P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($176) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Phoenix2 (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($176) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G and Core i3-1220P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 16 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,540 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-1220P
The Core i3-1220P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 14,496 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-1220P offers 10 cores / 12 threads — the Core i3-1220P has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-1220P — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G (base: 3.4 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the Phoenix2 (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i3-1220P uses Alder Lake-P (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G scores 14,540 against the Core i3-1220P's 14,496 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-1220P.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 10 / 12+150% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+11% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+127% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Phoenix2 (2024) | Alder Lake-P (2022) |
| PassMark | 14,540 | 14,496 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 10,921 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,971 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,056 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-1220P uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-1220P). The Core i3-1220P includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 64EU), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1220P targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i3-1220P rivals Ryzen 3 5425U.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 64EU |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G launched at $176 MSRP, while the Core i3-1220P debuted at $250. At current prices ($176 vs $150), the Core i3-1220P is $26 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G delivers 82.6 pts/$ vs 96.6 pts/$ for the Core i3-1220P — making the Core i3-1220P the 15.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G | Core i3-1220P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $176-30% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $176 | $150-15% |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.6 | 96.6+17% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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