AMD EPYC 7232P vs Intel Core i5-11500H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data places the AMD EPYC 7232P ahead of the Intel Core i5-11500H in every Cinebench test where both processors were measured. The EPYC 7232P wins all six head-to-head comparisons, with the Intel part failing to capture a single victory in the database.

The most pronounced advantage appears in single-core workloads. The EPYC 7232P scores 214 in Cinebench R15 single-core against 201 for the Core i5-11500H, a 6.5% delta. That margin persists across newer rendering tests: the EPYC 7232P posts 892 in Cinebench R20 single-core versus 839, and 2125 in Cinebench R23 single-core versus 1999. Each of those results shows a 6.3% advantage.

Multi-core results follow a similar pattern, though the gap narrows slightly. The EPYC 7232P records 1517 in Cinebench R15 multi-core compared to 1427 for the Intel chip, a 6.3% delta. In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the scores are 6323 versus 5949, again a 6.3% margin. The Cinebench R23 multi-core test shows 15055 against 14166, maintaining the same 6.3% delta. Across all six shared benchmarks, the AMD processor holds a consistent lead, never dipping below a 6.3% advantage in any test.

When placed against the broader database, the two processors sit near each other in aggregate performance. The EPYC 7232P holds a 58th percentile ranking among all CPUs, while the Core i5-11500H sits at the 57th percentile. The average benchmark score for the EPYC 7232P is 4354, compared to 4187 for the Intel part, a difference of roughly 4%. That aggregate gap aligns with the head-to-head margins, which cluster around 6%.

The nearest rivals for each processor provide additional context. The EPYC 7232P's closest competitor is the Intel Xeon E-2288G with an average score of 4373, a delta of -0.4%, meaning the EPYC trails that chip by less than half a percent. The Intel Core i7-7820X scores 4321, placing it 0.8% behind the EPYC. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 4750GE scores 4411, 1.3% ahead, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G scores 4296, 1.3% behind. For the Core i5-11500H, the nearest rival is the Intel Core i9-9900 with a score of 4163, a 0.6% delta. The Intel Core i5-12500T scores 4216, 0.7% ahead, the Intel Xeon E-2378 scores 4232, 1.1% ahead, and the Intel Core i7-1265U scores 4248, 1.4% ahead.

The data suggests that the EPYC 7232P's advantage is not a function of any single benchmark generation. The consistent 6.3% delta across R15, R20, and R23 indicates a stable performance differential that scales with the workload. The Core i5-11500H is competitive in absolute terms, but it trails in every recorded test.

Where Each One Wins

The EPYC 7232P wins all six head-to-head benchmarks, so the use-case split is defined by where the Intel part manages to close the gap rather than where it overtakes the AMD chip.

The EPYC 7232P is the stronger choice for multi-threaded rendering workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 15055 versus 14166 for the Core i5-11500H means the AMD processor completes heavily threaded render tasks with a measurable edge. The EPYC also holds the single-core advantage, which is notable given the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz compared to 3.20 GHz for the EPYC. Despite that clock disadvantage, the EPYC 7232P still posts higher single-core scores in R15, R20, and R23.

The Core i5-11500H does have one benchmark that the EPYC 7232P lacks: Geekbench results. The Intel part scores 7135 in Geekbench multi-core and 1778 in Geekbench single-core. These results are not directly comparable to the EPYC, as no Geekbench data exists for the AMD processor in the database. Still, the Intel chip demonstrates strong performance in that test, and it is the only metric where the Core i5-11500H has a recorded score that the EPYC cannot match.

The use-case split therefore comes down to platform context rather than benchmark wins. The EPYC 7232P is a server/workstation processor with eight cores and sixteen threads, DDR4 support across an eight-channel memory bus, and 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The Core i5-11500H is a mobile processor with six cores and twelve threads, dual-channel DDR4 support, and 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The EPYC is designed for memory bandwidth and I/O expansion, while the Intel chip targets mobile systems where power constraints matter. The Core i5-11500H has a 35 W TDP compared to 120 W for the EPYC, making it the more power-efficient option for portable systems.

For users running Cinebench-style workloads, the EPYC 7232P is the clear winner. For users who need a processor in a mobile form factor with lower power draw, the Core i5-11500H is the only viable option of the two, despite its lower benchmark scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The AMD EPYC 7232P scores 2125 in Cinebench R23 single-core, while the Intel Core i5-11500H scores 1999. The EPYC leads by 6.3%.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in Cinebench R20?

A: The EPYC 7232P scores 6323 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, compared to 5949 for the Core i5-11500H, a 6.3% advantage for the AMD processor.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-11500H have any benchmark wins over the EPYC 7232P?

A: No. The Core i5-11500H has zero recorded wins in the head-to-head benchmark set. The EPYC 7232P wins all six shared tests.

Q: What are the average benchmark scores for each processor?

A: The EPYC 7232P has an average benchmark score of 4354, while the Core i5-11500H has an average score of 4187.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD EPYC 7232P supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-11500H does not list ECC support in the database.

Q: How do the two processors compare in percentile ranking?

A: The EPYC 7232P ranks in the 58th percentile among all CPUs, and the Core i5-11500H ranks in the 57th percentile.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category.

The EPYC 7232P has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Core i5-11500H has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 3.10 GHz for the EPYC and 2.40 GHz for the Intel part. Boost clocks are 3.20 GHz for the EPYC and 4.60 GHz for the Intel chip, meaning the Core i5-11500H has a significantly higher maximum clock despite its lower base frequency.

Thermal design power differs substantially: the EPYC 7232P is rated at 120 W, while the Core i5-11500H is rated at 35 W. The socket types are incompatible: the EPYC uses AMD Socket SP3, and the Intel part uses Intel BGA 1787.

Cache configurations are structured differently. The EPYC 7232P has 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 per die, for a total L3 of 32 MB. The Core i5-11500H has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3.

Memory support also differs. Both processors support DDR4, but the EPYC uses an eight-channel memory bus with 85.3 GB/s of bandwidth, while the Core i5-11500H uses a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s. ECC memory is supported on the EPYC but not on the Intel part.

PCIe capabilities are far apart. The EPYC 7232P provides 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, while the Core i5-11500H provides 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes.

The Core i5-11500H includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics 750, while the EPYC 7232P has no integrated graphics listed.

The release dates are nearly two years apart. The EPYC 7232P was released on 2019-08-06, and the Core i5-11500H was released on 2021-05-10.

The launch MSRP for the EPYC 7232P is $450. The launch MSRP for the Core i5-11500H is $250.

Architecture Differences

The EPYC 7232P is built on AMD's Zen 2 architecture, specifically the Rome codename, and belongs to the EPYC 7002 series. The Core i5-11500H uses Intel's Tiger Lake architecture, specifically Tiger Lake-H, and belongs to the Core 11th Gen series.

The manufacturing processes differ. The EPYC 7232P is fabricated on a 7 nm process at TSMC, while the Core i5-11500H is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Transistor counts are available only for the EPYC 7232P, which lists 7,600 million transistors. The Intel part has no transistor count in the database. Die sizes also differ: the EPYC 7232P uses a 2x 74 mm² configuration, and the Core i5-11500H uses a 190 mm² die.

The EPYC 7232P is a server/workstation processor, and the Core i5-11500H is a mobile processor. The EPYC is not multiplier unlocked, and neither is the Intel part. The EPYC's part number is 100-000000081, and the Intel part's part number is SRKT2.

Both processors are marked as Active in production status, and neither has a 3D V-Cache option listed in the database.

The architectural split is clear: the EPYC 7232P is a high-core-count server chip with massive memory bandwidth, ECC support, and extensive PCIe lanes, while the Core i5-11500H is a mobile chip with a higher boost clock, integrated graphics, and a much lower power envelope. The benchmark results show the EPYC winning every shared test, but the architecture choices reflect two very different design goals.