AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS records an average benchmark score of 19,364, compared to 14,320 for the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U. The database shows the 7533HS sits at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, while the 3501U sits at the 69th percentile.

Q: How do the two processors differ in core and thread counts?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. This means the 7533HS has 50% more cores and three times the thread count.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U has a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The Ryzen 5 7533HS has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, which is 0.70 GHz higher.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s of bandwidth. The Ryzen 5 3501U supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The 7533HS offers double the memory bandwidth.

Q: What process node is each processor built on?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U is built on a 12 nm process by GlobalFoundries. The Ryzen 5 7533HS is built on a 6 nm process by TSMC. The smaller node for the 7533HS indicates a more modern manufacturing technology.

Q: What is the thermal design power (TDP) for each processor?

A: The Ryzen 5 3501U has a TDP of 15 watts. The Ryzen 5 7533HS has a TDP of 35 watts. The higher TDP of the 7533HS is consistent with its higher core count and clock speeds.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and microarchitectures. The Ryzen 5 3501U belongs to the 3000 series and uses the Picasso codename, which is built on the Zen+ architecture. The Ryzen 5 7533HS belongs to the 7000 series, uses the Rembrandt-R codename, and is built on the Zen 3+ architecture. This architectural gap is substantial: Zen+ dates to the first-generation Ryzen mobile refresh, while Zen 3+ is a much later design with significant IPC and efficiency improvements.

The process nodes differ accordingly. The 3501U uses a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries, while the 7533HS uses a 6 nm process at TSMC. The die size is similar: 210 mm² for the 3501U and 208 mm² for the 7533HS. The 3501U has 4,940 million transistors, while the transistor count for the 7533HS is not recorded in the database.

Cache organization is another key difference. The 3501U has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The 7533HS has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The 7533HS has four times the total L3 cache, which benefits workloads that repeatedly access large data sets.

Memory support is split by generation. The 3501U uses DDR4 memory with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth. The 7533HS uses DDR5 memory with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both are dual-channel. Neither processor supports ECC memory. The PCIe interface also differs: the 3501U offers Gen 3, while the 7533HS offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only).

The integrated graphics differ as well. The 3501U has Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the 7533HS has Radeon 660M graphics. The sockets are different: the 3501U uses AMD Socket FP5, and the 7533HS uses AMD Socket FP7. The part numbers are YM3501C4T4MFG for the 3501U and 100-000001632(FP7)100-000001634(FP7r2) for the 7533HS. Both are mobile segments, active in production, and have locked multipliers.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins all 11 head-to-head comparisons in the database. The Ryzen 5 3501U does not win a single recorded test. The 7533HS delivers an average benchmark score of 19,364 versus 14,320 for the 3501U, a gap of roughly 35%. This places the 7533HS at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, versus the 69th percentile for the 3501U.

The 7533HS is the clear choice for any workload that benefits from multi-threading, higher clock speeds, or larger cache. Its 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with a 4.40 GHz boost clock and 16 MB of L3 cache, make it substantially faster across the board. The 3501U, with 4 cores and 4 threads, a 3.70 GHz boost clock, and 4 MB of L3 cache, is a lower-end mobile part. It has a 15 W TDP versus 35 W for the 7533HS, which suggests it is designed for more power-constrained systems.

For users who prioritize raw performance in CPU-bound tasks such as video encoding, software compilation, or scientific computing, the 7533HS is the only reasonable pick based on the recorded data. The 3501U offers no benchmark advantage in any test. The only reason to consider the 3501U is if the system requires a cooler-running, lower-power processor, but the database provides no performance data to justify that trade-off. The verdict is straightforward: the 7533HS dominates.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications:

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 3501U | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS |

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

| Series | 3000 series | 7000 series |

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 4 | 12 |

| Base clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.70 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| TDP | 15 W | 35 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP5 | AMD Socket FP7 |

| Architecture | Zen+ (Picasso) | Zen 3+ (Rembrandt-R) |

| Process node | 12 nm | 6 nm |

| Foundry | GlobalFoundries | TSMC |

| Transistors | 4,940 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 210 mm² | 208 mm² |

| L1 cache (per core) | 96 KB | 64 KB |

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

| L3 cache (shared) | 4 MB | 16 MB |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3 | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 8 | Radeon 660M |

| Part number | YM3501C4T4MFG | 100-000001632(FP7)100-000001634(FP7r2) |

Both processors are from AMD, are mobile segments, are active in production, have dual-channel memory buses, do not support ECC memory, and have locked multipliers. Neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results in the database show a sweeping victory for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS. Every single test is won by the 7533HS, with deltas ranging from 22% to 70.8% in favor of the newer chip.

The largest win for the 7533HS comes in the PassMark extended instructions test. The 3501U scores 3,274, while the 7533HS scores 11,219, a delta of 70.8%. This test exercises advanced instruction set extensions, and the Zen 3+ architecture with its newer ISA support delivers a massive advantage.

The second-largest win is in find prime numbers, where the 3501U scores 21 and the 7533HS scores 48, a delta of 56.2%. This is a heavily integer-bound test that benefits from raw core count and clock speed. The 7533HS has a 3.30 GHz base clock versus 2.10 GHz for the 3501U, and a 4.40 GHz boost clock versus 3.70 GHz.

In floating point math, the 7533HS scores 27,800 versus 12,707 for the 3501U, a delta of 54.3%. This test scales well with SIMD width and core count, and the Zen 3+ cores with their 6-core/12-thread configuration are clearly superior.

The multithread test shows a 51.3% delta. The 3501U scores 7,071 and the 7533HS scores 14,520. This is a direct measure of parallel throughput, and the 7533HS's 12 threads versus 4 threads make the outcome predictable.

Data compression shows a 48.2% delta, with the 3501U at 87,380 and the 7533HS at 168,692. Data encryption shows a 47.9% delta, with the 3501U at 5,580 and the 7533HS at 10,718. Integer math also shows a 48.2% delta, with the 3501U at 26,321 and the 7533HS at 50,800.

The physics test shows a 41.2% delta, with the 3501U at 483 and the 7533HS at 821. Random string sorting shows a 41.1% delta, with the 3501U at 10,414 and the 7533HS at 17,669.

The smallest win for the 7533HS is in the single-thread tests. The 3501U scores 2,136, and the 7533HS scores 2,740, a delta of 22%. Even in a test that minimizes the advantage of extra cores, the newer architecture and higher clock speed of the 7533HS still deliver a substantial lead. This confirms that the 7533HS is not just better at parallel tasks; it also has a higher single-core performance ceiling.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded benchmark data, the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins in every scenario that the database covers. There is no test where the Ryzen 5 3501U records a higher score. This makes the use-case split straightforward: the 7533HS is the better choice for all measured workloads.

The 7533HS excels in multi-threaded applications such as video rendering, 3D modeling, and batch processing, as indicated by its 14,520 multithread score and 821 physics score. Its 27,800 floating point math score suggests strong performance in scientific computing and simulation workloads. The 16 MB of L3 cache and DDR5 memory support provide a solid foundation for data-intensive tasks.

The 7533HS also leads in single-thread performance, with a 2,740 score versus 2,136 for the 3501U. This means it is faster in everyday responsiveness, light productivity, and single-threaded legacy applications. The 22% delta in single-thread tests is not negligible.

The 3501U has no benchmark wins in the database. Its lower TDP of 15 watts versus 35 watts suggests it is intended for fanless or ultra-thin designs, but the data does not show any performance scenario where it is preferable. Its 4 cores and 4 threads are a clear disadvantage in any parallel workload, and its lower clock speeds hurt even single-threaded performance.

For any user comparing these two processors based on the recorded measurements, the choice is the 7533HS. The only caveat is system-level compatibility: the 3501U uses Socket FP5 and the 7533HS uses Socket FP7, so they are not interchangeable in the same motherboard. But from a pure performance standpoint, the 7533HS is the winner in every recorded category.