AMD Ryzen 5 2400G vs Intel Core i5-7500T Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data splits these two desktop processors into distinct roles. The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G is the decisive winner in multi-threaded and most single-threaded workloads, taking 3 of the 4 head-to-head comparisons. Its Cinebench R15 multicore score of 846.5 is 89% higher than the Intel Core i5-7500T's 448, and its Geekbench multicore result of 3750 beats Intel's 3062 by 22.5%. The Ryzen also wins Cinebench R15 singlecore by a wide margin, 155.65 versus 63, a 59.5% gap.

The Intel Core i5-7500T claims only one head-to-head victory, but it is a meaningful one: Geekbench singlecore, where it scores 1078 against AMD's 1003, a 7.5% advantage. This suggests the Intel part retains an edge in lightly threaded, latency-sensitive tasks that do not scale with extra threads.

For users prioritizing parallel workloads, rendering, or multitasking, the Ryzen 5 2400G is the clear choice based on the recorded data. Its 4 cores and 8 threads give it a structural advantage in multi-threaded tests. The Intel i5-7500T, with 4 cores and 4 threads, is better suited for scenarios where single-core responsiveness is paramount and power draw is a concern, given its 35W TDP versus AMD's 65W.

The database percentiles place both CPUs near each other globally: Intel sits at the 38th percentile of all CPUs, AMD at the 37th. Their average benchmark scores are close, 1483 for Intel and 1439 for AMD. This indicates that despite the Ryzen's dominance in the head-to-head tests, the overall database average is pulled down by AMD's lower Geekbench singlecore score. The i5-7500T's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-5575R (0.4% ahead), the AMD Opteron 6344 (0.6% behind), and the Intel Core i5-4590S (0.6% behind). The Ryzen 5 2400G's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-4712HQ (0.2% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 3 2200GE (0.4% behind).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Intel Core i5-7500T is built on Kaby Lake, a 14nm process from Intel. It features 4 physical cores and 4 threads, meaning no simultaneous multithreading. Its cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The memory interface is dual-channel DDR4 with a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The CPU exposes 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes. Integrated graphics are handled by the HD 630. The socket is Intel Socket 1151, and the processor is not multiplier unlocked. It was released in January 2017.

The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G is based on the Zen architecture, specifically the Raven Ridge codename, built on a 14nm process at GlobalFoundries. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, enabling simultaneous multithreading. The cache layout is different: 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory bandwidth is higher at 46.9 GB/s over dual-channel DDR4. The CPU provides 8 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, half of Intel's allocation. Integrated graphics are the Radeon RX Vega 11. The socket is AMD Socket AM4, and the multiplier is unlocked. The die is 210 mm² with 4,950 million transistors. It was released in February 2018.

The most significant architectural difference is thread count. The Ryzen's 8 threads allow it to process twice as many instruction streams simultaneously, which directly explains its multi-core benchmark dominance. The Intel part counters with a larger L3 cache (6 MB versus 4 MB) and more PCIe lanes (16 versus 8), but these do not appear in the benchmark results. The Ryzen also runs at higher clocks, with a 3.60 GHz base and 3.90 GHz boost, compared to Intel's 2.70 GHz base and 3.30 GHz boost. The Intel part's 35W TDP is nearly half of AMD's 65W, indicating a power efficiency advantage, though no power consumption numbers are recorded in the benchmark data.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The data shows a clear pattern across the four recorded comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G wins three tests decisively, while the Intel Core i5-7500T wins one narrowly.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Ryzen scores 846.5 versus Intel's 448. This is a 47.1% delta in favor of AMD, meaning the Ryzen delivers nearly double the multi-threaded rendering performance. The result aligns with the Ryzen's 8 threads versus Intel's 4 threads.

In Cinebench R15 singlecore, the Ryzen wins again with 155.65 against Intel's 63. The delta is 59.5% in AMD's favor. This is surprising given Intel's higher boost clock in the Geekbench test, but the Cinebench R15 singlecore test clearly favors the Zen architecture's per-core throughput in this specific workload.

In Geekbench multicore, the Ryzen scores 3750, beating Intel's 3062 by 18.3%. Again, the thread advantage carries the day.

The single Intel victory comes in Geekbench singlecore. The i5-7500T scores 1078, while the Ryzen manages 1003. The delta is 7.5% in Intel's favor. This is the only test where the Intel part's higher per-core efficiency and larger L3 cache translate into a win.

The overall win count is 3 to 1 in favor of AMD. The average benchmark scores tell a slightly different story: Intel's average is 1483, AMD's is 1439, a difference of 44 points. This is because the Geekbench singlecore result is weighted in the average, and Intel's 1078 is notably higher than AMD's 1003. The database also shows Intel's percentile rank (38th) is one point higher than AMD's (37th), despite AMD's head-to-head dominance.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G. It wins Cinebench R15 multicore with 846.5 versus Intel's 448, a 47.1% advantage, and Geekbench multicore with 3750 versus 3062, an 18.3% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-7500T win any benchmark?

A: Yes. It wins Geekbench singlecore with a score of 1078, compared to the Ryzen's 1003, a 7.5% lead.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The Intel Core i5-7500T has an average benchmark score of 1483, while the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G averages 1439. The Intel part is 44 points higher.

Q: What are the core and thread counts?

A: Both have 4 cores. The Intel i5-7500T has 4 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 2400G has 8 threads.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Intel Core i5-7500T has a TDP of 35W. The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G has a TDP of 65W.

Q: Which CPU has a higher clock speed?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 2400G has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. The Intel Core i5-7500T has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 3.30 GHz.

Where Each One Wins

AMD Ryzen 5 2400G wins in multi-threaded and rendering workloads. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 846.5 versus 448 is the largest gap in the entire dataset. Any task that scales with thread count, such as video encoding, 3D rendering, or compiling, will favor the Ryzen. The Geekbench multicore result, 3750 versus 3062, reinforces this. The Ryzen also wins Cinebench R15 singlecore with 155.65 versus 63, which suggests that even in some single-threaded tests, the Zen architecture outperforms Kaby Lake in this specific benchmark.

Intel Core i5-7500T wins in one specific single-threaded scenario. The Geekbench singlecore score of 1078 versus 1003 shows that the Intel part maintains a per-core performance lead in that test. For users running legacy software or applications that are strictly single-threaded and sensitive to cache size, the Intel part may be preferable. Its 6 MB of L3 cache, versus AMD's 4 MB, could contribute to this result.

The power envelope also differentiates them. The Intel part's 35W TDP is nearly half of AMD's 65W. In compact or thermally constrained systems where sustained multi-core loads are rare, the Intel i5-7500T offers a lower power draw. However, the benchmark data does not measure power efficiency, so this is a structural observation rather than a tested result.

For integrated graphics, the AMD part is the only one with a named GPU. The Ryzen 5 2400G features Radeon RX Vega 11, while the Intel part has HD 630. No graphics benchmarks are recorded in the database, so performance cannot be quantified, but the presence of a higher-tier integrated GPU on the AMD side is a distinguishing feature.

The overall verdict is workload-dependent. The Ryzen 5 2400G dominates 3 of 4 head-to-head tests, including both multi-core tests and one single-core test. The Intel i5-7500T wins only Geekbench singlecore. Users who value multi-threaded throughput should choose AMD. Users who prioritize the specific Geekbench singlecore workload, or who require a 35W TDP, should consider Intel.