Intel Core i5-8305G vs AMD Ryzen 5 1400

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Intel Core i5-8305G or Intel Core i5-8305G – 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 Intel Core i5-8305G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-8305G, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2270 socket.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2017 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD Ryzen 5 series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 5 1400, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i5-8305G Name AMD Ryzen 5 1400
Intel Core i5 Family AMD Ryzen 5
8 Generation 1
Intel Core i 8000G Group AMD Ryzen 1000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i5-8305G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-8305G is 2.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 is 3.2 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.4 GHz.
3.8 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.4 GHz
No Overclocking Yes
normal Core architecture normal
2.8 GHz Frequency 3.2 GHz
8 Threads 8
3.4 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.4 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
4 CPU Cores 4
4x Cores 4x
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i5-8305G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-8305G uses the AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL Graphics, which has 1280 texture shaders
and 20 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 does not have integrated graphics.
0.93 GHz GPU frequency --
Q1/2018 Release date --
12.1 Direct X --
AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL Graphics GPU name
14 nm Technology --
-- Max. displays --
1280 Shaders --
4.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
20 Execution units --
8 Generation --
1.01 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

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.
Decode / Encode AVC --
Decode VC-1 --
Decode / Encode VP9 --
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) --
Decode / Encode h264 --
Decode / Encode VP8 --
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) --
Decode / Encode JPEG --
No AV1 --
 
 

Memory & PCIe

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.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
2 Memory channels 2
64.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
pci PCIe pci
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC Yes
38.4 GB/s Bandwidth 42.7 GB/s
DDR4-2400 Memory type DDR4-2666
 
 

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.
-- Tjunction max 95 °C
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i5-8305G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen 5 1400 is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
Q1/2018 Release date Q1/2017
-- Part Number --
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Kaby Lake G Refresh Architecture Summit Ridge (Zen)
14 nm Technology 14 nm
BGA 2270 Socket AM4 (PGA 1331)
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
-- Release price 200 $
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
6.0 MB L3-Cache 8.0 MB
 
 

Benchmarks

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8305G
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
14668
14668
AMD Ryzen 5 1400
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
13837
13837

Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)

Intel Core i5-8305G
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
4039
4039
AMD Ryzen 5 1400
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
3703
3703

Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8305G
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
3856
3856
AMD Ryzen 5 1400
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
3068
3068

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Intel Core i5-8305G
4C 8T @ 2.8 GHz
762
762
AMD Ryzen 5 1400
4C 8T @ 3.2 GHz
731
731