AMD Ryzen 5 220 vs Intel Core 7 253PTE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 220 and Intel Core 7 253PTE occupy very different positions in the benchmark database. The Intel part wins every single head-to-head test recorded, a clean sweep of 17 victories. The AMD processor does not win any of the 17 compared benchmarks. The magnitude of the losses varies significantly by workload, from a narrow single-thread gap to a massive deficit in integer math.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 253PTE establishes its dominance early in the Cinebench suite. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 21276 against the AMD Ryzen 5 220's 15502, a 27.1% advantage. The single-core gap is nearly identical: 3003 versus 2188, also a 27.1% delta. This pattern repeats across the older Cinebench releases. In Cinebench R20, the Intel part leads 8935 to 6510 in multi-core (27.1% faster) and 1261 to 918 in single-core (27.2% faster). Cinebench R15 shows the same margins: 2144 versus 1562 in multi-core and 302 versus 220 in single-core, with deltas of 27.1% and 27.2% respectively.

The PassMark suite reveals where the processors differ most. The largest discrepancy appears in integer math, where the Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 119552 against the AMD's 57987, a 51.5% lead. Floating point math also shows a wide gap: 67209 versus 35500, a 47.2% advantage for Intel. Data compression favors Intel by 22.9% (275828 versus 212739), while data encryption shows a 19.4% edge (15500 versus 12493).

Some workloads bring the two closer together. PassMark single-thread performance shows the smallest difference: 3794 versus 3646, a 3.9% lead for Intel. Extended instructions are nearly as close, with Intel ahead by 9.3% (17099 versus 15512). Random string sorting shows a 9.9% gap (28227 versus 25433). Prime number finding favors Intel by 20.7% (82 versus 65). The multithread test shows Intel ahead by 25.8% (25031 versus 18582), and physics simulation shows a 25.4% edge (1318 versus 983).

Where Each One Wins

The data shows no benchmark category where the AMD Ryzen 5 220 comes out ahead. The Intel Core 7 253PTE wins across rendering, math, encryption, compression, and general-purpose single-threaded tasks. The closest contest is single-thread performance, where the Intel part's 3.9% advantage suggests the gap narrows when workloads depend on per-core efficiency rather than raw core count or clock speed.

For workloads that scale with core count and thread count, the Intel processor's advantage is substantial. The 10-core, 20-thread configuration produces a 27.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 25.8% lead in PassMark multithread. The AMD processor's 6-core, 12-thread design trails consistently in these parallel workloads.

The integer math result is the outlier. A 51.5% deficit indicates the Intel part handles arithmetic-heavy integer operations with far greater throughput, likely a combination of higher boost clock and larger shared cache. The floating point gap at 47.2% is similarly pronounced, suggesting the Intel architecture provides more execution resources for these calculations.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 uses the Zen 4 architecture on a 4 nm TSMC process, with a die size of 137 mm² and 20,900 million transistors. It is built for the AMD Socket FP8 platform, targeting the mobile segment. The Intel Core 7 253PTE uses the Bartlett Lake architecture on a 10 nm Intel process, fits into Intel Socket 1700, and targets desktop systems.

Core configuration differs significantly. The AMD part offers 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part provides 10 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks also diverge: the AMD runs at 3.20 GHz, while the Intel runs at a lower 1.80 GHz. However, the Intel boost clock reaches 5.40 GHz, exceeding the AMD's 4.90 GHz maximum. The Intel part draws more power with a 45 W TDP versus the AMD's 28 W TDP.

Cache hierarchies are built differently. The AMD processor uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a much larger 33 MB of shared L3. This larger L3 cache likely contributes to the Intel part's advantage in data-intensive workloads like compression and integer math.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical theoretical bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor adds ECC memory support, which the AMD part lacks. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD uses Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, while the Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics take different paths. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 includes a Radeon 740M, while the Intel Core 7 253PTE includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part is a mobile chip with a recent release date of January 2025, while the Intel desktop chip is dated March 2026. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $384.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 21276, which is 27.1% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 220's 15502.

Q: How large is the single-thread performance gap?

A: The smallest margin appears in PassMark single-thread, where the Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 3794 versus the AMD's 3646, a 3.9% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a larger 27.1% difference.

Q: What is the biggest benchmark deficit for the AMD Ryzen 5 220?

A: The largest loss is in PassMark integer math, where the Intel Core 7 253PTE scores 119552 versus 57987, a 51.5% difference.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 220 win any compared benchmarks?

A: No. The recorded data shows the Intel Core 7 253PTE winning all 17 head-to-head comparisons, with 0 wins for the AMD processor.

Q: How do the core counts and clocks compare?

A: The Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads with a 1.80 GHz base and 5.40 GHz boost. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads with a 3.20 GHz base and 4.90 GHz boost.

Q: What memory and PCIe features differ?

A: The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with ECC and PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part supports DDR5 only without ECC and uses PCIe Gen 4 with 14 lanes.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the Intel Core 7 253PTE across every measured workload. The processor delivers a 27.1% advantage in rendering tests, a 25.8% lead in multithreaded PassMark, and a commanding 51.5% edge in integer math. The only close result is single-thread PassMark, where Intel leads by 3.9%, indicating the AMD part remains competitive in lightly threaded scenarios.

Users who prioritize multi-threaded rendering, data compression, or math-heavy computation should select the Intel Core 7 253PTE based on its consistent double-digit margins. The AMD Ryzen 5 220 fits a different profile: a mobile chip with lower TDP, smaller die, and a more recent process node, but the recorded performance data shows it trailing in every comparison. The Intel part's larger L3 cache, higher core count, and higher boost clock collectively produce the observed performance advantage. For workloads that depend on raw throughput, the Intel Core 7 253PTE is the stronger choice according to the database.