AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data is one-sided. The Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 17 recorded comparisons, and the AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not take a single test. The margins are substantial across every workload category, from short single-threaded bursts to heavy multi-threaded rendering.

The largest single gap appears in PassMark physics, where Intel scores 2493 against AMD's 983. That is a 60.6% deficit for the Ryzen part, the steepest delta recorded in the comparison set. Prime number finding shows a similar pattern: Intel posts 159 versus 65, a 59.1% shortfall. Floating point math also heavily favors Intel, with 76468 against 35500, a 53.6% gap.

Rendering benchmarks reinforce the same trend. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel delivers 26455 while AMD manages 15502, a 41.4% difference. The single-core version of R23 shows Intel at 3734 versus 2188, again a 41.4% margin. Cinebench R20 multi-core follows at 11111 versus 6510, and R15 multi-core at 2666 versus 1562, both with identical 41.4% deltas. The single-core R20 and R15 tests show 41.5% advantages for Intel, confirming that the gap is consistent regardless of the Cinebench generation.

Integer math is another clear Intel win: 99819 versus 57987, a 41.9% edge. Data compression favors Intel at 346623 versus 212739, a 38.6% advantage. Extended instructions run 24672 versus 15512, a 37.1% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 18448 versus 12493, a 32.3% lead. Random string sorting is the closest multi-threaded result at 35798 versus 25433, a 29% difference.

Single-thread PassMark scores narrow the gap considerably. Intel records 4219 against AMD's 3646, a 13.6% advantage. This is the smallest margin anywhere in the comparison, yet Intel still wins. The multi-thread PassMark score lands at 31124 versus 18582, a 40.3% gap, so the single-thread test clearly does not scale the same way as the core-heavy workloads.

The average benchmark score tells the broader story: Intel sits at 40585, AMD at 22289. Intel's percentile rank among all CPUs is 87, while AMD sits at 75. Intel's nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core 7 253PE (0.1% ahead), the Intel Xeon 6357P (0.1% behind), and the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H (0.2% ahead). AMD's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-10700K (0.3% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 5 3600X (1.4% behind), which puts the Ryzen 5 220 in a much lower performance tier overall.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. AMD uses Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, codenamed Hawk Point. Intel uses Bartlett Lake on a 10 nm Intel process. The process node difference is significant: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which explains part of the efficiency and thermal behavior, though the benchmark scores do not favor the smaller node here.

Core counts differ sharply. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel provides 8 cores and 16 threads. The additional 2 cores and 4 threads give Intel a structural advantage in every multi-threaded workload, which the benchmark data confirms. Cache layouts also differ: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. Intel's larger L2 and L3 caches contribute to its lead in data-heavy tests like compression and sorting.

Clock speeds move in opposite directions for the two parts. AMD's base clock is 3.20 GHz with a 4.90 GHz boost. Intel's base clock is lower at 2.90 GHz, but its boost reaches 5.20 GHz. The higher boost ceiling helps Intel in single-threaded tests, where it leads by 13.6% in PassMark single-thread and by 41.4% in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Memory support diverges as well. AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and both record the same 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. ECC memory is available on Intel but not on AMD. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, a notable advantage for expansion and storage bandwidth.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD pairs the CPU with a Radeon 740M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The market segments reflect their intended use: AMD is marked as Mobile, Intel is marked as Desktop. Sockets confirm this: AMD uses AMD Socket FP8, Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. Release dates are not directly comparable in terms of performance, but the records show AMD released in early 2025 and Intel in early 2026.

Transistor counts are only listed for AMD at 20,900 million, with a die size of 137 mm². Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database. Production status is Active for both, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmarks in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 records zero wins in the comparison set.

Q: What is the smallest performance gap between the two?

A: The smallest gap is in PassMark single-thread performance, where Intel scores 4219 and AMD scores 3646, a 13.6% advantage for Intel.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark physics, where Intel scores 2493 and AMD scores 983, a 60.6% advantage for Intel.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: Intel has 8 cores and 16 threads, while AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel's additional 2 cores and 4 threads align with its multi-threaded benchmark wins.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. AMD supports only DDR5, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory and record the same 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Are the average benchmark scores close?

A: No. Intel's average benchmark score is 40585, while AMD's is 22289. Intel also ranks at the 87th percentile among all CPUs, compared to AMD's 75th percentile.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 220 | Intel Core 5 223PE |

|----------------|-----------------|---------------------|

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.90 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not listed |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not listed |

| Die Size | 137 mm² | Not listed |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $232 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is based on the margin of victory rather than any AMD advantage. For workloads that stress multiple cores, Intel's lead is consistently around 40%. That includes Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests, PassMark multi-thread, integer math, and data compression. The physics test shows the steepest gap at 60.6%, indicating Intel handles simulation-style workloads particularly well.

For single-threaded tasks, Intel still wins, but the margin shrinks to 13.6% in PassMark single-thread and 41.4% in Cinebench R23 single-core. The smaller PassMark gap suggests that lightly threaded everyday applications see a narrower difference, though Intel remains faster. The data compression and encryption tests also favor Intel, with 38.6% and 32.3% leads respectively, so archive handling and security workloads clearly prefer the Intel part.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not win any category in the head-to-head data. Its only relative strengths appear in the narrower single-thread PassMark margin, but that is still a loss. The mobile segment designation and 28 W TDP indicate a lower-power design, but the benchmark scores do not translate that into any performance win.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear choice for performance-focused builds. The Intel Core 5 223PE is ahead in every measured category, with its smallest edge at 13.6% in PassMark single-thread and its largest at 60.6% in PassMark physics. The 41.4% Cinebench R23 multi-core advantage and the 40.3% PassMark multi-thread advantage make Intel the stronger option for rendering, compilation, and other core-heavy tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not offer a single benchmark win in the comparison set. Its 75th percentile rank and 22289 average score place it below Intel's 87th percentile and 40585 average. The nearest rival data confirms this tier gap: AMD's closest competitors include older parts like the Intel Core i7-10700K and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, while Intel's closest rivals are newer processors like the Intel Core 7 253PE and AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G.

For builders choosing between these two, the Intel Core 5 223PE is the stronger performer across every test in the database. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 offers a lower TDP at 28 W versus 65 W and a smaller process node at 4 nm versus 10 nm, but those characteristics do not appear as benchmark advantages. The Intel part also brings ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5, and a higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz.

The verdict is straightforward: select the Intel Core 5 223PE for any workload where benchmark performance matters. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 does not win a single recorded comparison, so its use case would be limited to scenarios where the lower power draw or mobile form factor is the primary requirement, not performance.