AMD Ryzen 5 240 vs Intel Core 5 213PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive overall victory for the Intel Core 5 213PTE, which wins 11 of the 15 head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 5 240 takes four wins, but those are concentrated in specific workload families. The largest margin in the entire set belongs to Intel in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it leads by 43.3%. The Intel part scores 3070 against AMD's 1742, a gap that reflects a fundamental difference in per-thread capability. The multi-core version of the same test shows Intel ahead by 40.2%, with scores of 21751 versus 13013.

Intel also dominates in the PassMark physics test, winning by 51.8% (2199 vs 1060), and in prime number finding, where it leads by 55.4% (157 vs 70). These two results point to strong integer and simulation performance. The floating point math test goes to Intel by 36.8%, with 71722 against AMD's 45301. Integer math follows a similar pattern: Intel leads by 21.4%, scoring 93109 versus 73189. The multithreaded PassMark test gives Intel an 11.5% edge, 25590 to 22658.

The single-thread tests are closer than the multi-core results. In PassMark single-thread, Intel leads by only 1.2% (3718 vs 3675). The Cinebench R15 single-core test shows a larger gap at 12.6%, with Intel at 309 and AMD at 270. The Cinebench R15 multi-core test is also relatively tight, Intel winning by 5.2% (2192 vs 2078).

AMD's wins are all in PassMark workloads. The largest is extended instructions, where AMD leads by 25.1% (20201 vs 16146). Data encryption goes to AMD by 10% (15849 vs 14413). Random string sorting favors AMD by 7.6% (32385 vs 30106). Data compression is the narrowest AMD win at 2.6% (267963 vs 261083). These four victories suggest AMD's architecture handles certain specialized instruction streams and memory-access patterns more efficiently, even though it loses the broader throughput tests.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. AMD uses a 6-core, 12-thread configuration based on the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Hawk Point. Intel counters with an 8-core, 16-thread part built on the Bartlett Lake design. The process nodes differ substantially: AMD is on TSMC's 4 nm process, while Intel uses a 10 nm node from its own foundry. The transistor count also diverges, with AMD listing 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die, while Intel does not report these figures in the database.

Cache hierarchies show clear structural differences. 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, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a larger 24 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 and total L3 on Intel likely contribute to its lead in multi-threaded and physics workloads.

Memory support differs as well. AMD supports DDR5 exclusively, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both run dual-channel memory buses, but AMD reports a higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s versus Intel's 76.8 GB/s. Intel supports ECC memory, which AMD does not. PCIe connectivity favors Intel, which offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The socket types are incompatible: AMD uses Socket FP8, Intel uses Socket 1700.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD includes a Radeon 760M, while Intel ships UHD Graphics 730. The market segments are distinct: AMD targets mobile, Intel targets desktop. Release dates are separated by over a year, with AMD launching on January 5, 2025 and Intel on March 8, 2026.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 213PTE is the clear choice for heavily threaded compute. Its 40.2% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 51.8% lead in PassMark physics make it suited for rendering, simulation, and scientific workloads. The 55.4% advantage in prime number finding and 21.4% lead in integer math reinforce this pattern. For users running long compute jobs that scale across cores, the data strongly favors Intel.

AMD's wins are narrower but meaningful. The 25.1% lead in extended instructions suggests superior handling of SIMD or specialized instruction sets, which could benefit certain encryption, compression, or media codec tasks. The 10% lead in data encryption and 7.6% lead in random string sorting point to strengths in data-processing pipelines that are not purely compute-bound. AMD also wins data compression by 2.6%, a modest edge.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the two are nearly tied in PassMark single-thread, with Intel ahead by just 1.2%. But the Cinebench R23 single-core test shows a much larger Intel advantage at 43.3%. This discrepancy suggests the workloads measure different aspects of single-core performance. Intel's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus AMD's 5.00 GHz likely contributes to its edge in some single-thread tests, while AMD's higher base clock of 4.30 GHz versus 2.10 GHz helps in sustained low-load scenarios.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 240 | Intel Core 5 213PTE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 8 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.30 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

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

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

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

| 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 |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-03-08 |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 240 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the largest benchmark margin between the two?

A: The largest margin is in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel leads by 55.4%, scoring 157 versus AMD's 70.

Q: Does AMD win any benchmark categories?

A: Yes, AMD wins four tests: data compression (2.6%), data encryption (10%), extended instructions (25.1%), and random string sorting (7.6%).

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE supports ECC memory; the AMD Ryzen 5 240 does not.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: Intel has a higher boost clock at 5.20 GHz, while AMD's boost clock is 5.00 GHz. However, AMD has a much higher base clock at 4.30 GHz versus Intel's 2.10 GHz.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth?

A: AMD reports 89.6 GB/s, which is higher than Intel's 76.8 GB/s.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split by use case. The Intel Core 5 213PTE is the stronger performer for multi-threaded compute, rendering, and physics-based workloads, with substantial leads in Cinebench R23 multi-core (40.2%), PassMark physics (51.8%), and floating point math (36.8%). It also holds the single-core advantage in Cinebench R23 by 43.3%, despite the near-tie in PassMark single-thread. Users prioritizing raw throughput and desktop workloads should choose Intel.

The AMD Ryzen 5 240 is better suited for specialized data-processing tasks. Its wins in extended instructions (25.1%), data encryption (10%), and random string sorting (7.6%) indicate strengths in certain instruction streams and memory-access patterns. Its higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s vs 76.8 GB/s) and mobile segment designation also matter for portable systems. Users running encryption-heavy or compression-heavy pipelines may prefer AMD.

The percentile rankings are close: AMD sits at 84th percentile versus Intel's 83rd, with average benchmark scores of 33542 and 32924 respectively. Intel's nearest rival, the Core i7-12700, scores nearly identically at 32942, within 0.1%. AMD's nearest rival, the Core Ultra 7 255H, scores 33537, essentially tied. The overall average scores favor AMD slightly, but the head-to-head results favor Intel by a wide margin. For general-purpose compute, Intel wins. For specific data-processing workloads, AMD remains competitive.