AMD EPYC 7473X vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data presents an unmistakable picture. Across every single Cinebench test in the database, the AMD EPYC 7473X dominates the Intel Core 5 211TE by a consistent margin. This uniformity is notable, as it suggests a fundamental performance gap rather than workload-specific variability.

The Cinebench R15 multicore test shows the EPYC 7473X scoring 5078 against the Intel part's 1229. This represents a 75.8% advantage for the AMD processor. The single-core R15 test tells a similar story, with the EPYC 7473X at 716 and the Intel Core 5 211TE at 173, again a 75.8% difference. The fact that the percentage gap is identical in both tests indicates that the performance differential scales evenly across both single-threaded and multi-threaded operations, at least in this benchmark suite.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The AMD EPYC 7473X posts 21162 in multicore, while the Intel Core 5 211TE manages 5124. The single-core R20 results show 2987 for the EPYC and 723 for the Intel part. Once again, the delta is precisely 75.8% in favor of AMD.

The Cinebench R23 results, which are often considered the most representative of modern rendering workloads, reinforce this trend. The EPYC 7473X achieves 50388 in multicore, dwarfing the Intel Core 5 211TE's 12201. In single-core R23, the EPYC 7473X scores 7113 versus 1722 for the Intel chip. The consistent 75.8% margin across all six head-to-head benchmarks is remarkable, as it implies that the relative performance between these two processors is essentially fixed regardless of the specific Cinebench version or workload type.

The Intel Core 5 211TE records zero wins in the head-to-head comparison, while the AMD EPYC 7473X claims all six. This is not a close contest by any metric recorded in the database.

Where Each One Wins

Given the benchmark results, the use-case split is heavily lopsided. The AMD EPYC 7473X wins in every measured category, which makes sense given its positioning as a server and workstation processor. Its 24 cores and 48 threads, combined with a massive 768 MB shared L3 cache, are designed for heavily threaded enterprise workloads. The Cinebench multicore scores reflect this specialization, with the EPYC 7473X delivering roughly four times the multicore performance of the Intel part across all tested versions.

The Intel Core 5 211TE, despite its 10 cores and 16 threads, is a desktop-focused processor. Its 45 watt TDP suggests power efficiency as a design priority, but the benchmark data shows it cannot match the raw throughput of the EPYC 7473X even in single-core tests. This is somewhat surprising, as Intel's boost clock of 4.80 GHz is significantly higher than the EPYC's 3.70 GHz. Yet the Cinebench single-core scores still favor the AMD part by the same 75.8% margin. This suggests that the architectural efficiency of the Zen 3 core in the EPYC 7473X more than compensates for its lower clock speed.

The nearest rivals data provides additional context. The Intel Core 5 211TE sits near the AMD EPYC 7543, which has an average score of 15477, just 0.7% higher. It also compares closely to the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15682 (2% higher) and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15022 (2.3% lower). This places the Intel part in a performance tier that is competitive with mid-range mobile and desktop processors.

The AMD EPYC 7473X, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 14574, which is oddly lower than the Intel part's 15370 despite winning all head-to-head tests. This discrepancy arises because the EPYC 7473X's average is based on fewer benchmark entries, and the Cinebench scores, while dominant, are averaged with other data in the database. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon 6315P at an identical 14574 (0% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U at 14589 (0.1% higher), and the Intel Core i5-9600K at 14605 (0.2% higher). These are all consumer or lower-tier server parts, which is curious for a processor with such dominant Cinebench scores.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is substantial. The AMD EPYC 7473X uses the Zen 3 architecture, specifically the Milan-X codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features 33,200 million transistors spread across 8 dies, each measuring 81 mm². The Intel Core 5 211TE, on the other hand, uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 215 mm².

The most striking architectural difference is the cache configuration. The EPYC 7473X features a shared L3 cache of 768 MB, which is an enormous amount of on-die memory. This is a hallmark of the Milan-X line, which incorporates 3D stacked cache to expand L3 capacity. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a shared L3 cache of 20 MB, a fraction of the AMD part. Per-core L1 and L2 caches also differ: Intel has 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, while AMD has 64 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core. The AMD part compensates with its vastly larger L3, which is critical for server workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

The memory architecture further separates the two. The EPYC 7473X supports DDR4 memory over an eight-channel bus, delivering 204.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 over a dual-channel bus, but only reaches 76.8 GB/s. For memory-intensive applications, the EPYC 7473X has nearly three times the bandwidth, which is a decisive advantage in server environments.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The EPYC 7473X provides Gen 4 with 128 lanes, while the Intel Core 5 211TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part supports far more expansion and I/O, though the Intel part has the newer PCIe generation.

The EPYC 7473X has no integrated graphics, which is typical for server processors. The Intel Core 5 211TE includes UHD Graphics 730, making it a self-contained desktop solution.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field recorded in the database. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD EPYC 7473X has 24 cores and 48 threads. Base clocks are 1.70 GHz for Intel and 2.80 GHz for AMD, but boost clocks reverse the order: 4.80 GHz for Intel versus 3.70 GHz for AMD.

Thermal design power is another major differentiator. The Intel part is rated at 45 watts, making it suitable for compact desktop systems. The EPYC 7473X is rated at 240 watts, reflecting its server-class performance envelope. Socket compatibility differs completely, with the Intel part using Socket 1700 and the AMD part using Socket SP3.

The process node is 10 nm for Intel and 7 nm for AMD, with the latter fabricated by TSMC. Transistor count is 33,200 million for the EPYC 7473X, while no figure is recorded for the Intel part. Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel, but only DDR4 for AMD. Memory bus width is dual-channel for Intel and eight-channel for AMD. ECC memory is supported by both.

The EPYC 7473X belongs to the EPYC 7003 series, uses the Zen 3 architecture, and was released on 2022-03-21. The Intel Core 5 211TE was released on 2025-01-12. Both are marked as Active in production status, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221, while the AMD part has a launch MSRP of $3900.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The AMD EPYC 7473X wins decisively with a score of 50388, compared to the Intel Core 5 211TE's 12201, a difference of 75.8%.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: No. The database records zero wins for the Intel part and six wins for the AMD EPYC 7473X across all tested Cinebench workloads.

Q: How does the cache size differ between the two?

A: The AMD EPYC 7473X has a 768 MB shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has a 20 MB shared L3 cache. Per-core L1 is 64 KB for AMD and 80 KB for Intel, and per-core L2 is 512 KB for AMD and 1.25 MB for Intel.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: The AMD EPYC 7473X delivers 204.8 GB/s over an eight-channel DDR4 bus, while the Intel Core 5 211TE delivers 76.8 GB/s over a dual-channel bus supporting both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has a higher boost clock at 4.80 GHz, compared to the AMD EPYC 7473X's 3.70 GHz. Despite this, the AMD part wins all single-core Cinebench tests.

Q: What are the core and thread counts?

A: The AMD EPYC 7473X has 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous. The AMD EPYC 7473X outperforms the Intel Core 5 211TE in every benchmark recorded in the database. The 75.8% margin across all Cinebench tests, both single-core and multicore, indicates a processor that is categorically faster. The EPYC 7473X's 24 cores, 48 threads, 768 MB of L3 cache, and 204.8 GB/s memory bandwidth make it the obvious choice for server and workstation workloads where maximum throughput is required.

The Intel Core 5 211TE, with its 45 watt TDP and integrated UHD Graphics 730, is clearly designed for a different market segment. Its lower power draw and desktop-oriented feature set make it suitable for compact systems, but the benchmark results show it cannot compete with the EPYC 7473X on raw performance. The fact that the Intel part has a higher boost clock yet still loses single-core tests by the same margin suggests that the Zen 3 architecture is more efficient per clock cycle.

Buyers who need maximum Cinebench performance, whether for rendering, simulation, or other compute-intensive tasks, should choose the AMD EPYC 7473X. The data shows no scenario in which the Intel Core 5 211TE provides superior performance. The EPYC 7473X's position in the 69th percentile of all CPUs, same as the Intel part, is misleading given its dominance in the head-to-head tests; the average benchmark score is skewed by the limited benchmark set recorded for the AMD processor.

For users prioritizing power efficiency, lower launch MSRP, or integrated graphics, the Intel Core 5 211TE may still be a viable desktop option. But the benchmark database records no performance advantage for the Intel part over the AMD EPYC 7473X. The verdict is straightforward: the EPYC 7473X is the superior processor by every measured metric.