AMD Ryzen 5 130 vs Intel Core 5 221E Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 and Intel Core 5 221E occupy different segments of the processor market, and the recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy between them. The Intel part leads in nearly every measurable benchmark, while the AMD chip offers a fundamentally different set of physical and platform characteristics. This analysis draws exclusively on the database records for both processors.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 221E holds a decisive advantage in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel processor scores 25933 points. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, meaning direct numerical comparisons are only possible where the Intel data exists. However, the structural differences between the two parts, specifically core counts and thread counts, provide context for the Intel processor’s dominance in parallel tasks. The Intel chip uses 14 cores and 20 threads, while the AMD chip uses 6 cores and 12 threads. That core and thread disparity directly explains why the Intel processor posts such high multi-thread scores across the Cinebench family: 2613 in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 10891 in Cinebench R20 multi-core, and 25933 in Cinebench R23 multi-core.

Single-thread performance also favors the Intel Core 5 221E, though the gap is narrower in relative terms. The Intel chip records 368 points in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1537 points in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 3661 points in Cinebench R23 single-core. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no corresponding entries in the database, so the comparison rests on the Intel chip’s boost clock of 5.20 GHz against the AMD chip’s boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The higher boost ceiling on the Intel part supports its single-thread advantage, and the PassMark single-thread score of 4147 for the Intel processor reinforces that position.

The PassMark suite provides a broader view of the Intel Core 5 221E’s capabilities. Its multi-thread score is 30510, while its integer math score reaches 117813 and its floating point math score is 79028. Data compression work returns 324285, which is the highest single score recorded for this processor in the database. Data encryption posts 19205, extended instructions return 18216, and the find prime numbers test records 173. Random string sorting completes at 37686, and the physics test scores 2230. These numbers all belong to the Intel part alone, as the AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no recorded benchmark results.

The average benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 221E is 40144, placing it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals confirm its competitive position. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700 averages 40081, which is 0.2% lower than the Intel chip. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 also averages 40048, again 0.2% lower. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 averages 40246, which is 0.3% higher than the Intel part. The Intel Core i9-13905H averages 40313, which is 0.4% higher. These delta values show that the Intel Core 5 221E sits in a tightly clustered performance band among these four rivals, with the largest deviation being just 0.4%.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 221E wins in all recorded benchmark categories because it is the only one of the two processors with benchmark data in the database. For multi-threaded productivity, the Intel chip’s 14 cores and 20 threads deliver strong Cinebench R23 multi-core results at 25933 points. For single-thread responsiveness, its 5.20 GHz boost clock and PassMark single-thread score of 4147 indicate solid performance in lightly threaded tasks. The Intel processor also handles memory-intensive operations well, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, which supports its strong data compression and encryption scores.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 wins in areas of efficiency and platform flexibility, based on its specification data. Its thermal design power is 28 watts, which is substantially lower than the Intel part’s 65 watts. That lower power envelope suits compact or thermally constrained systems. The AMD chip also uses the AMD Socket FP7, a mobile socket, and belongs to the mobile market segment, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700 and belongs to the desktop segment. The AMD processor’s integrated graphics are the Radeon 660M, a more capable integrated GPU than the Intel UHD Graphics 730 in the Core 5 221E. For users who need stronger integrated graphics without a discrete card, the AMD part holds the advantage.

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel Core 5 221E supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Intel chip offers a newer PCIe generation, but the AMD chip provides more CPU-attached lanes. The AMD processor uses DDR5 memory only, while the Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving the Intel part broader memory compatibility. Both processors support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is built on the Zen 3+ architecture, with the Rembrandt-R codename. It uses a 6 nm process node manufactured by TSMC. The Intel Core 5 221E uses the Bartlett Lake codename and a 10 nm process node manufactured by Intel. The die size differs significantly: the AMD chip measures 210 mm², while the Intel chip measures 257 mm². The AMD processor belongs to the Ryzen 5 generation built on Zen 3+ (Rembrandt), and the Intel processor belongs to the Core 5 generation built on Bartlett Lake.

Cache configurations diverge sharply between the two. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 221E has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part’s larger per-core L2 cache and larger shared L3 cache give it a structural advantage in workloads that benefit from larger on-chip storage. The AMD part’s smaller cache footprint aligns with its lower power target and mobile positioning.

The memory controllers also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 221E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also in a dual-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel chip’s higher memory bandwidth gives it an edge in memory-bound workloads, and its support for DDR4 lowers the barrier for systems that still rely on that memory standard.

The integrated graphics differ in both name and likely capability. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses the Radeon 660M, which is based on a more modern graphics architecture and is positioned for mobile use. The Intel Core 5 221E uses UHD Graphics 730, which is a more basic integrated GPU intended for desktop use. The AMD part’s integrated graphics are the stronger of the two, which matters for systems that will not use a discrete GPU.

The PCIe interfaces also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 5 221E provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part’s PCIe Gen 5 support offers higher bandwidth per lane, while the AMD part’s extra lanes allow for more devices to be connected directly to the CPU.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most visible difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 221E has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Intel chip provides more than twice the core count and nearly twice the thread count.

Base and boost clocks differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.55 GHz. The Intel Core 5 221E has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The Intel chip starts at a slightly lower base clock but boosts significantly higher.

Thermal design power is a major differentiator. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is rated at 28 watts. The Intel Core 5 221E is rated at 65 watts. The AMD part is designed for lower power consumption, while the Intel part is designed for higher sustained performance at the cost of more heat and power.

The sockets are incompatible. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses AMD Socket FP7. The Intel Core 5 221E uses Intel Socket 1700. These are different physical platforms and cannot be interchanged.

The process nodes differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses a 6 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core 5 221E uses a 10 nm process from Intel. The AMD chip’s smaller process node contributes to its lower power draw.

The market segments differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 is a mobile processor. The Intel Core 5 221E is a desktop processor. This explains the socket choices, power targets, and integrated graphics differences.

The release dates also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 was released on 2025-09-30. The Intel Core 5 221E was released earlier on 2025-01-12. The Intel chip has been available for a longer period.

The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 221E is $232. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

The part numbers differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses part number 100-000000992 (FP7r2). The Intel Core 5 221E uses part number SRQDVQ659.

Both processors are locked, meaning neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both are currently active in production. Both support ECC memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E has 14 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 5 130 has 6 cores. The Intel chip also has 20 threads versus 12 threads for the AMD chip.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E boosts to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 130 boosts to 4.55 GHz. The Intel chip’s boost clock is 0.65 GHz higher.

Q: Which processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 supports DDR5 only.

Q: What are the integrated graphics on each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 130 uses the Radeon 660M. The Intel Core 5 221E uses UHD Graphics 730.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 5 130 has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of the Intel Core 5 221E?

A: The Intel Core 5 221E ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 40144. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700, averages 40081, which is 0.2% lower.