AMD Ryzen 5 230 vs AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS and AMD Ryzen 5 230 are both mobile processors from AMD, but they target different priorities. The 7435HS is an 8-core, 16-thread part based on Zen 3+ on a 6nm process, while the 230 is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 4 chip on 4nm. Benchmark data from the database shows the 7435HS wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, while the 230 counters with a lower TDP and integrated graphics. This analysis breaks down the recorded scores, architecture, and specifications to help decide which fits a given workload.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded benchmarks, the Ryzen 7 7435HS is the stronger overall performer. It wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head tests, including all Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 runs, and leads in PassMark multithread, integer math, floating point math, data compression, encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, and physics. Its average benchmark score is 26,402 against 25,782 for the Ryzen 5 230. The 7435HS also holds a 78th percentile ranking, matching the 230, but its wins are more frequent and often by large margins, such as 41.8% in data compression and 40.4% in encryption.

The Ryzen 5 230, however, wins in single-thread PassMark tests (3,558 vs 3,167, an 11% lead) and in find prime numbers (66 vs 54, an 18.2% lead). It also has a lower TDP of 28W versus 45W, a smaller 4nm process, and integrated Radeon 760M graphics, which the 7435HS lacks. For users who prioritize multi-threaded compute, the 7435HS is the clear choice. For those who need a more efficient chip with an iGPU and better single-thread PassMark performance, the 230 is the pick. The data does not show a single winner across all metrics; the decision hinges on workload and platform requirements.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Ryzen 7 7435HS has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 230 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Ryzen 5 230 boosts to 4.90 GHz, while the Ryzen 7 7435HS boosts to 4.50 GHz.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 230 include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it has a Radeon 760M iGPU. The Ryzen 7 7435HS has no integrated graphics.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Ryzen 7 7435HS supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen 5 230 does not.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Ryzen 5 230 has 89.6 GB/s, compared to 76.8 GB/s for the Ryzen 7 7435HS.

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

A: The Ryzen 7 7435HS scores 19,873 versus 17,857 for the Ryzen 5 230, an 11.3% lead.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different generations and process nodes. The Ryzen 7 7435HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, built on a 6nm process at TSMC. The Ryzen 5 230 uses Zen 4, codenamed Hawk Point, on a 4nm process at the same foundry. The die size also differs: 210 mm² for the 7435HS and 178 mm² for the 230. The 230 lists 25,000 million transistors, while the 7435HS does not have a recorded transistor count.

The socket changes as well: the 7435HS fits AMD Socket FP7, while the 230 uses FP8. The 230 includes a Radeon 760M integrated GPU, whereas the 7435HS has no integrated graphics. ECC memory support is present on the 7435HS but absent on the 230. Memory bandwidth is higher on the 230 at 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s, though both support DDR5 in dual-channel mode. The L2 cache per core is larger on the 230 at 1 MB, compared to 512 KB on the 7435HS; both share 16 MB of L3 cache. The 230 also has a lower TDP of 28W against 45W, and its base and boost clocks are higher: 3.50 GHz and 4.90 GHz versus 3.10 GHz and 4.50 GHz. The 7435HS has more cores and threads (8/16 vs 6/12), but the 230's newer architecture and higher clocks give it advantages in specific workloads.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS | AMD Ryzen 5 230 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base clock | 3.10 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 45W | 28W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | AMD Socket FP8 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Zen 4 |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Hawk Point |

| Process node | 6 nm | 4 nm |

| Die size | 210 mm² | 178 mm² |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| Integrated graphics | None | Radeon 760M |

| Release date | Not recorded | 2025-01-05 |

| Part number | 100-000001506 | 100-000001726 |

| Series | 7000 series | Not recorded |

Both processors share the same L1 cache (64 KB per core), L3 cache (16 MB shared), memory support (DDR5, dual-channel), PCIe interface (Gen 4, 20 lanes), market segment (mobile), production status (active), and unlocked multiplier (false).

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results show a clear pattern: the Ryzen 7 7435HS dominates in multi-threaded and data-intensive tasks, while the Ryzen 5 230 wins in single-thread PassMark and prime number finding.

In Cinebench, the 7435HS leads every test. R15 multi-core scores 2,003 versus 1,799, an 11.3% advantage. R15 single-core is 282 versus 253, an 11.5% lead. R20 multi-core is 8,346 versus 7,499, again 11.3% higher. R20 single-core is 1,178 versus 1,058, an 11.3% lead. R23 multi-core is 19,873 versus 17,857, an 11.3% advantage, and R23 single-core is 2,805 versus 2,521, also 11.3% higher. These consistent margins indicate a solid performance edge across both multi-threaded and single-threaded Cinebench workloads.

PassMark results amplify the 7435HS's lead in several areas. Data compression shows a 41.8% advantage (310,038 vs 218,588). Data encryption is 40.4% higher (18,648 vs 13,280). Extended instructions are 38.9% ahead (21,690 vs 15,618). Floating point math is 25.3% higher (48,863 vs 38,993). Integer math is 26.8% ahead (85,274 vs 67,257). Multithread score is 20.5% higher (23,393 vs 19,411). Random string sorting is 22.3% ahead (31,827 vs 26,019). Physics is a closer 3.4% lead (991 vs 958). These are substantial margins, especially in compression and encryption, which often benefit from more cores and threads.

The Ryzen 5 230 takes two distinct wins. In find prime numbers, it scores 66 against 54, an 18.2% lead. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 3,558 versus 3,167, an 11% advantage. The single-thread result is notable because the 230 has a higher boost clock (4.90 GHz vs 4.50 GHz) and a newer architecture, which likely explains the edge. The prime number test also favors the 230's higher per-core performance.

Overall, the 7435HS wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, with the 230 winning the remaining three (including the duplicate single-thread entry). The average benchmark scores reflect this: 26,402 for the 7435HS and 25,782 for the 230. Both sit at the 78th percentile among all CPUs, but the 7435HS's larger core count and higher TDP deliver more consistent wins in compute-heavy workloads. The 230's lower TDP and integrated graphics make it a more power-efficient option, but the recorded data shows the 7435HS as the stronger performer in most measured tasks.