AMD Ryzen 3 3200U vs Intel Processor N97

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is a mobile processor introduced in 2019 for entry-level notebooks, designed for basic productivity.

It is based on the Dali (Zen+) architecture, manufactured using a 14 nm process, with 2 cores, 4 threads, 1 MB L2, and 4 MB L3 cache. The AMD Radeon RX Vega 3 graphics unit is suitable for basic applications. The TDP is 15 watts. The Intel Processor N97, a more modern chip from 2023, targets energy-efficient, low-cost devices.

It utilizes the more efficient Alder Lake N architecture with a 10 nm process, offering 4 cores, 4 threads, 4 MB L2, and 6 MB L3 cache. The Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) provides improved graphics performance with a TDP of 12 watts. In benchmarks, the Intel Processor N97 shows significantly higher single-core performance (over 30 percent) and multi-core performance (over 90 percent) compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U, thanks to its newer architecture and core count.

Neither processor is designed for gaming; the Intel UHD Graphics of the N97 offers a slight advantage over the AMD Radeon RX Vega 3, limited to very simple titles. The Intel Processor N97 offers a better current price-performance ratio due to its higher performance and efficiency. For basic tasks in very affordable older devices, the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is sufficient.

For modern everyday applications, multitasking, and longer battery life, the Intel Processor N97 is the superior choice.