AMD Ryzen 3 3300X vs Intel Core i3-9350KF

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AMD Ryzen 3 3300X or AMD Ryzen 3 3300X – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2020 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD Ryzen 3 series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
The Intel Core i3-9350KF features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2019 and belongs to the 9 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-9350KF, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1151 socket.
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X Name Intel Core i3-9350KF
AMD Ryzen 3 Family Intel Core i3
3 Generation 9
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
AMD Ryzen 3000 Group Intel Core i 9000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is 3.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.3 GHz.
The Intel Core i3-9350KF has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-9350KF is 4.0 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.6 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading No
4.3 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 4.2 GHz
3.8 GHz Frequency 4.0 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
4.3 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.6 GHz
Yes Overclocking Yes
8 Threads 4
4x Cores 4x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i3-9350KF does not have integrated graphics.
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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR4-3200 Memory type DDR4-2400
2 Memory channels 2
51.2 GB/s Bandwidth 38.4 GB/s
Yes ECC Yes
pci PCIe pci
128.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
Yes AES-NI Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 91 W watts.
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 91 W
95 °C Tjunction max 100 °C
 
 

Technical details

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 16.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i3-9350KF is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Q2/2020 Release date Q2/2019
2.0 MB L2-Cache 0 bytes
16.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
AMD-V, SVM Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price 159 $
AM4 (PGA 1331) Socket LGA 1151
Chiplet Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Matisse (Zen 2) Architecture Coffee Lake S Refresh
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
7 nm Technology 14 nm