AMD Ryzen 5 3501U vs Intel Core 5 210H Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a clear hierarchy between these two mobile processors. The Intel Core 5 210H wins 11 of 11 recorded head-to-head tests, with no benchmark victories for the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 24872, while the AMD part averages 14320. The Intel processor also sits higher in the overall CPU percentile ranking at 77 compared to the AMD processor's 69.

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U belongs to the 3000 series and targets a different performance segment entirely. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2546 with an average score of 14336 (0.1% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 3 7320C at 14277 (0.3% behind), the Intel Core 7 160UL at 14232 (0.6% behind), and the Intel Core i5-10400F at 14185 (1% behind). These close margins place the Ryzen 5 3501U firmly in a lower mid-range class.

The Intel Core 5 210H, by contrast, competes with substantially stronger parts. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13620H at 24911 (0.2% ahead), the AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX at 24822 (0.2% behind), the Intel Core i7-11850H at 24935 (0.3% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F at 24964 (0.4% ahead). The Core 5 210H's average score of 24872 places it within a tight cluster of high-performance mobile and desktop parts.

For users selecting between these two, the data supports choosing the Intel Core 5 210H for nearly any compute-heavy workload. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U remains a functional option for lighter tasks, but the recorded measurements show no scenario where the AMD part outperforms its Intel counterpart.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design generations and manufacturing approaches. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses the Picasso codename, based on the Zen+ microarchitecture, and is manufactured on a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. The Intel Core 5 210H uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-H codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

The transistor counts differ substantially. The AMD processor contains 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The Intel processor has no recorded transistor count or die size in the database, but its architecture represents a newer design generation.

Cache configurations reveal different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 210H provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part's larger L3 pool (12 MB versus 4 MB) gives it a significant advantage in workloads that benefit from larger shared cache.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD processor supports DDR4 memory only, with dual-channel configuration and a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration, with no memory bandwidth figure recorded in the database.

PCI Express support marks another architectural split. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses PCIe Gen 3, while the Intel Core 5 210H uses PCIe Gen 5 with 8 lanes for the CPU. This newer PCIe generation provides higher available bandwidth for connected devices.

Integrated graphics differ between the two. The AMD processor uses Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the Intel processor uses Iris Xe Graphics 48EU. Both target mobile platforms and provide integrated display output capabilities.

The Intel processor carries a launch MSRP of $342. The AMD processor has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H records an average benchmark score of 24872, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U's average of 14320.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has 4 cores and 4 threads. The Intel Core 5 210H has 8 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed ranges for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz. The Intel Core 5 210H has a base clock of 2.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz.

Q: Which processor has better single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 210H scores 3539 in the PassMark single-thread test, while the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U scores 2136. The Intel part leads by 39.6%.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U supports DDR4 memory only. The Intel Core 5 210H supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U has a TDP of 15 watts. The Intel Core 5 210H has a TDP of 45 watts.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U uses 4 cores and 4 threads, while the Intel Core 5 210H uses 8 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part offers double the core count and triple the thread count.

Clock speeds favor the Intel processor. The AMD part runs at 2.10 GHz base and 3.70 GHz boost. The Intel part runs at 2.20 GHz base and 4.80 GHz boost, providing a 1.10 GHz higher boost ceiling.

Thermal design power differs by a factor of three. The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U draws 15 watts, while the Intel Core 5 210H draws 45 watts.

Socket compatibility is completely separate. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket FP5, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1744. These sockets are not interchangeable.

Process technology differs by node size and foundry. The AMD part uses a 12 nm process at GlobalFoundries. The Intel part uses a 10 nm process at Intel.

Cache hierarchy shows significant differences. The AMD processor provides 96 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. The Intel processor provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. The Intel L2 cache is four times larger per core, and its L3 cache is three times larger overall.

Memory support and bandwidth differ. The AMD processor supports DDR4 with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor supports DDR4 and DDR5 with no bandwidth figure recorded.

PCIe generation differs. The AMD processor uses Gen 3. The Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ. The AMD processor uses Radeon Vega 8. The Intel processor uses Iris Xe Graphics 48EU.

The release dates differ by over a year. The AMD processor has a recorded release date of 2026-05-31, while the Intel processor has a recorded release date of 2024-12-17.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data shows a complete sweep for the Intel Core 5 210H. The largest margin comes in the PassMark extended instructions test, where the Intel processor scores 13370 against the AMD processor's 3274, a 75.5% advantage. This indicates substantially stronger support for advanced instruction sets and vector workloads.

The floating-point math test shows a 71.8% gap. The Intel processor scores 45057, while the AMD processor scores 12707. This large margin suggests the Intel part handles numerical computation with significantly more efficiency.

The multithread test shows a 61.3% advantage for the Intel part, with scores of 18252 versus 7071. Given the Intel processor's 8 cores and 12 threads against the AMD processor's 4 cores and 4 threads, this result aligns with the core and thread count differences.

The find prime numbers test shows a 60.4% gap, with the Intel processor scoring 53 against the AMD processor's 21. The data compression test shows a 59.9% gap, with scores of 217805 versus 87380.

The integer math test shows a 57.2% advantage for the Intel part, scoring 61503 against 26321. The random string sorting test shows a 55.6% gap, with scores of 23451 versus 10414.

The data encryption test shows a 54.2% gap, with the Intel processor scoring 12187 against 5580. The physics test shows the smallest margin among multithreaded workloads at 53.6%, but the Intel processor still wins with 1040 against 483.

The single-thread tests show the closest overall gap at 39.6%. The Intel processor scores 3539 in both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread tests, while the AMD processor scores 2136 in both. This narrower margin indicates that while the Intel processor still leads in single-core performance, the gap is less extreme than in heavily multithreaded or vectorized workloads.

The Intel Core 5 210H also records results in Cinebench tests that the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U does not have in the database. These include Cinebench R15 multicore at 1757, R15 singlecore at 247, R20 multicore at 6504, R20 singlecore at 918, R23 multicore at 11830, and R23 singlecore at 1771. These additional measurements provide further evidence of the Intel processor's rendering and 3D workload capabilities.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 210H wins in every recorded benchmark category. The data shows no test, workload, or scenario where the AMD Ryzen 5 3501U takes the lead. This is reflected in the wins tally: 11 wins for the Intel part, 0 for the AMD part.

For users prioritizing single-thread responsiveness, the Intel processor leads by 39.6% in the PassMark single-thread test. This advantage matters for applications that rely heavily on per-core performance rather than scaling across many threads.

For multithreaded workloads, the Intel processor's 61.3% lead in the PassMark multithread test makes it the clear choice for rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The 8-core, 12-thread configuration provides the computational resources that the 4-core, 4-thread AMD part cannot match.

For vectorized and floating-point intensive workloads, the Intel processor's 71.8% lead in floating-point math and 75.5% lead in extended instructions makes it particularly well suited for scientific computing, financial modeling, and media processing tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U's strongest recorded result relative to the Intel part comes in the single-thread tests, where the gap narrows to 39.6%. This suggests that the AMD architecture maintains reasonable per-core efficiency despite its older Zen+ design. However, the AMD part still trails in every absolute measurement.

The AMD processor's 15 watt TDP places it in a lower power envelope than the Intel processor's 45 watt TDP. For systems where power consumption and thermal output are the primary constraints, the AMD part offers a lighter load profile. The Intel part requires more substantial cooling and power delivery infrastructure.

The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD processor supports only DDR4. For new system designs, the Intel platform offers more flexibility in memory selection. The Intel processor also supports PCIe Gen 5 with 8 CPU lanes, while the AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 3, which affects available bandwidth for storage and discrete graphics.

The AMD Ryzen 5 3501U sits at the 69th percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel Core 5 210H sits at the 77th percentile. The percentile difference of 8 points, combined with the average score gap of 10552 points, confirms that these processors occupy different performance tiers despite both being mobile parts.