AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs Intel Core i5-10500

The Intel Core i5-10500 is the faster processor, scoring 34/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 32/100 for the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G — roughly 6% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

AMD

AMD Ryzen 3 5300G

32
Gaming score / 100
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Winner

Intel Core i5-10500

34
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 3 5300GIntel Core i5-10500
Gaming score32/10034/100
Cores / Threads4 / 86 / 12
Boost clock4.20 GHz4.50 GHz
TDP65 W65 W
SocketAM4LGA1200
MSRP$89.00$129.00

AMD Ryzen 3 5300G vs Intel Core i5-10500: which should you buy?

The Intel Core i5-10500 is the faster processor, scoring 34/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 32/100 for the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G — roughly 6% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G better than the Intel Core i5-10500?
The Intel Core i5-10500 is faster for gaming, scoring 34/100 versus 32/100 for the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G (about 6% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G or the Intel Core i5-10500?
For raw gaming performance, choose the Intel Core i5-10500. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the AMD Ryzen 3 5300G can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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