AMD Ryzen 5 240 vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a decisive picture: the AMD Ryzen 5 240 wins 13 of the 15 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 211TE takes only 2. The margins, however, vary dramatically depending on the workload type.

The most lopsided victory for the AMD processor appears in PassMark single-thread tests, where it scores 3675 against Intel's 1408, a 161% advantage. This is the largest delta in the entire dataset and suggests a fundamental difference in per-core efficiency. The Intel part's 10 cores cannot compensate for this massive single-thread deficit in most scenarios.

In Cinebench R15, the AMD Ryzen 5 240 delivers 2078 multi-core points versus 1229 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a 69.1% lead. The single-core R15 result shows a 56.1% gap (270 versus 173). These older benchmark versions amplify architectural differences more than newer tests, and the results indicate the AMD design has a significant per-thread advantage.

The Cinebench R23 results narrow considerably. The multi-core score for AMD is 13013 against Intel's 12201, a 6.7% difference. Single-core R23 shows only a 1.2% gap (1742 versus 1722). This convergence in newer tests suggests that as workloads scale with modern instruction sets and memory patterns, the Intel processor closes much of the gap, though it still trails.

PassMark workloads reveal where each processor excels. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 dominates data compression by 100.8%, scoring 267963 versus 133434. Data encryption shows a 119.2% advantage (15849 versus 7231). Extended instructions favor AMD by 134.5% (20201 versus 8615). Integer math delivers a 115.3% lead (73189 versus 33991), floating-point math a 73.2% lead (45301 versus 26150), and random string sorting a 118.3% lead (32385 versus 14838). The PassMark multi-thread score shows a 93.9% advantage for AMD (22658 versus 11685).

The Intel Core 5 211TE claims two narrow wins. In PassMark find prime numbers, it scores 72 against AMD's 70, a 2.8% margin. In PassMark physics, Intel scores 1278 versus 1060, a 17.1% advantage. These results indicate that the Intel part has specific strengths in integer-heavy prime calculation and physics simulation workloads, despite its overall lower average score.

The average benchmark score tells the broader story: AMD sits at 33542, while Intel rests at 15370. The AMD processor ranks in the 84th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel part lands in the 69th percentile. This places the Ryzen 5 240 in the company of the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H (average score 33537, delta 0%) and AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS (33667, delta -0.4%). The Core 5 211TE sits near the AMD EPYC 7543 (15477, delta -0.7%) and AMD EPYC 7702P (15130, delta 1.6%), a different performance tier entirely.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm process at Intel with a 215 mm² die size, though transistor count is not recorded.

Core configurations differ substantially. AMD provides 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel offers 10 cores and 16 threads. Despite having 4 fewer cores and 4 fewer threads, the AMD processor wins most benchmarks, which confirms that per-core performance outweighs core count in these tests. The AMD base clock runs at 4.30 GHz with a 5.00 GHz boost, while Intel operates at 1.70 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost. The massive base clock difference explains why single-thread performance favors AMD so heavily.

Cache hierarchies reflect the core designs. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core caches and bigger L3 pool do not translate into benchmark wins in most cases.

Memory support diverges. The AMD chip supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel access and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The higher memory bandwidth of the AMD platform likely contributes to its data compression and encryption advantages.

PCIe connectivity differs in generation and lane count. AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The newer PCIe generation on Intel allows faster per-lane bandwidth, but fewer lanes. ECC memory support exists only on the Intel processor, which may matter for specific workstation or server use cases.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD includes Radeon 760M graphics, while Intel ships UHD Graphics 730. No benchmark scores for these iGPUs appear in the data, so conclusions about graphics performance cannot be drawn.

The Intel processor carries a launch MSRP of $221. The AMD processor has no recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Why does the AMD Ryzen 5 240 win most benchmarks despite having fewer cores?

A: The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads compared to Intel's 10 cores and 16 threads, but it compensates with a 4.30 GHz base clock versus Intel's 1.70 GHz. This translates to a 161% single-thread advantage in PassMark testing, which dominates most workloads.

Q: Which workloads favor the Intel Core 5 211TE?

A: The Intel part wins PassMark find prime numbers by 2.8% (72 versus 70) and PassMark physics by 17.1% (1278 versus 1060). These specific integer and physics simulation tasks align with Intel's cache design.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap in modern benchmarks?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 5 240 leads by only 6.7% (13013 versus 12201). This is much smaller than the 69.1% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core, indicating the gap narrows with newer test methodologies.

Q: What is the overall performance percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 240 ranks in the 84th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 33542. The Intel Core 5 211TE ranks in the 69th percentile with an average score of 15370.

Q: Does the Intel processor offer any platform advantages?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 only supports DDR5 and uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

Q: How do the processors compare on single-thread performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 240 scores 3675 in PassMark single-thread tests versus 1408 for Intel, a 161% advantage. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a smaller 1.2% lead for AMD (1742 versus 1722).

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 240 | Intel Core 5 211TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.30 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 1.25 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB shared | 20 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 760M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Part Number | 100-000001727 | SRQDL |

The Verdict

The data supports a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 delivers superior results in 13 of 15 recorded benchmarks, with an average score more than double that of the Intel Core 5 211TE (33542 versus 15370). The percentile rankings confirm this: 84th versus 69th among all CPUs.

The AMD processor wins decisively in single-thread performance, which drives most consumer and productivity workloads. Its 161% PassMark single-thread lead indicates that users will notice faster response times in everyday applications. The multi-core advantage in Cinebench R23, while smaller at 6.7%, still favors AMD.

The Intel Core 5 211TE offers specific advantages in physics simulation and prime number calculations, plus platform features like ECC memory and PCIe Gen 5. These may appeal to niche users, but the benchmark data does not show a broad performance case for choosing Intel.

Users seeking maximum benchmark performance should select the AMD Ryzen 5 240. The Intel part serves scenarios where ECC memory, DDR4 compatibility, or PCIe Gen 5 connectivity matter more than raw compute scores.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 240 wins in all general computing categories. Data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer math, floating-point math, multi-thread workloads, random string sorting, and single-thread performance all favor AMD by margins ranging from 6.7% to 161%. The Cinebench R15 and R23 suites, which represent mainstream rendering workloads, also go to AMD.

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in two specific categories. PassMark physics shows a 17.1% advantage, indicating strength in simulation workloads that rely on rigid body dynamics or similar physics calculations. PassMark find prime numbers delivers a 2.8% edge, a narrow win in prime computation tasks. These wins suggest Intel's architecture handles certain integer-heavy, cache-friendly operations well, but the scope is limited.

Platform-level decisions may override benchmark results. The Intel processor supports DDR4 memory, which allows system builders to reuse existing RAM. ECC memory support enables error-correcting configurations. PCIe Gen 5 provides higher per-lane bandwidth for future storage or GPU expansion. The AMD processor uses a mobile socket (FP8) and targets mobile systems, while Intel uses Socket 1700 for desktop builds. The market segment difference alone may determine the appropriate choice: the AMD Ryzen 5 240 belongs in laptops or compact mobile systems, while the Intel Core 5 211TE fits desktop motherboards.