AMD Ryzen 5 40 vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 40 and Intel Core 9 273PQE occupy opposite ends of the performance spectrum, with the database recording 15 benchmark victories for the Intel part and none for the AMD chip. The Intel Core 9 273PQE delivers a massive multi-threaded advantage, while the AMD Ryzen 5 40 is defined by its compact footprint and low power envelope. The data shows a clear separation in capability, but the choice between them depends entirely on the intended workload and system constraints.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins every recorded benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. Its largest margins appear in multi-core workloads: Cinebench R23 multi-core shows an 87.6% deficit for the AMD part, and PassMark integer math shows an 80.8% deficit. The Intel chip also dominates in single-thread performance, though by a smaller margin: PassMark single-thread results show a 45.8% gap, and Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 79.2% gap.

The AMD Ryzen 5 40 has no benchmark wins in the database, but its profile suggests a different role. With a TDP of 15 watts, a 6 nm process node, and a 100 mm² die size, it targets power-sensitive mobile systems. Its 4 cores and 8 threads are sufficient for light productivity, but the data indicates it cannot compete with the Intel part in any measured workload.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE is significantly faster. Cinebench R23 multi-core scores are 39190 for Intel versus 4841 for AMD, a deficit of 87.6% for the AMD chip. PassMark multi-thread scores show 46107 versus 9341, a 79.7% gap.

Q: How do the two compare in single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in every single-thread test. Cinebench R23 single-core scores are 5532 versus 1150, a 79.2% deficit for AMD. PassMark single-thread scores are 4573 versus 2477, a 45.8% gap.

Q: What are the core and thread counts?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 40 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth figures?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 40 supports LPDDR5 with 88.0 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE boosts to 5.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 40 boosts to 4.30 GHz.

Q: What is the market segment for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 40 is a mobile processor. The Intel Core 9 273PQE is a desktop processor.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest recorded advantage for the Intel Core 9 273PQE appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Intel score of 198 dwarfs the AMD score of 20, a deficit of 89.9% for the AMD part. PassMark floating-point math shows a similar scale: Intel scores 125546 against AMD’s 15194, an 87.9% gap. Cinebench R23 multi-core confirms the trend with Intel at 39190 and AMD at 4841, a 87.6% deficit.

In integer-heavy tasks, the Intel part scores 164629 in PassMark integer math versus AMD’s 31598, an 80.8% deficit. PassMark extended instructions show Intel at 38743 and AMD at 6437, an 83.4% gap. The Intel chip also dominates in data compression: 585752 versus 141533, a 75.8% deficit, and in data encryption: 29636 versus 6646, a 77.6% gap.

Single-thread results are closer but still favor Intel. Cinebench R15 single-core shows Intel at 557 and AMD at 165.5, a 70.3% deficit. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 5532 versus 1150, a 79.2% gap. PassMark single-thread shows the smallest margin: 4573 versus 2477, a 45.8% deficit. PassMark random string sorting shows Intel at 53167 and AMD at 15124, a 71.6% gap, while PassMark physics shows 2754 versus 432, an 84.3% deficit.

The average benchmark score reinforces the separation: Intel records 66099, while AMD records 15882, roughly four times lower. The Intel part sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part sits at the 70th percentile.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ sharply: AMD offers 4 cores and 8 threads, Intel offers 12 cores and 24 threads. Base clocks are 2.80 GHz for AMD and 3.40 GHz for Intel; boost clocks are 4.30 GHz and 5.90 GHz respectively. TDP ratings are 15 watts for AMD and 125 watts for Intel.

Socket compatibility also differs: AMD uses Socket FT6, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD part has a 6 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process from Intel’s own foundry. Die size is recorded for AMD at 100 mm², with no die size listed for Intel.

Cache hierarchies are distinct. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 4 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. Memory support differs as well: AMD uses LPDDR5 only, Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is close, with AMD at 88.0 GB/s and Intel at 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is supported on Intel but not on AMD.

PCIe capabilities are a major split: AMD has Gen 3 with 4 CPU lanes, Intel has Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics differ too: AMD uses Radeon 610M, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $589.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 40 is built on Zen 2 architecture with the Mendocino codename, part of the Ryzen 5 generation. It uses a 6 nm process at TSMC with a 100 mm² die. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses Bartlett Lake architecture under the Core 9 generation, manufactured on Intel’s 10 nm process. The Intel part has no recorded die size.

The core designs diverge in cache allocation. AMD’s per-core L1 is 64 KB, Intel’s is 80 KB. AMD’s per-core L2 is 512 KB, Intel’s is 2 MB. Shared L3 is 4 MB on AMD versus 36 MB on Intel, a ninefold difference that directly impacts multi-threaded workloads.

The platform differences are substantial. AMD targets mobile with a 15-watt TDP, LPDDR5 memory, and Gen 3 PCIe with 4 lanes. Intel targets desktop with a 125-watt TDP, dual memory support, and Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes. The Intel part also enables ECC memory, which the AMD part does not support. Both processors have locked multipliers, so overclocking is not available on either.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a single conclusion for raw performance: the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the superior processor in every benchmark, with multi-core scores roughly eight times higher in Cinebench R23 and PassMark multi-thread tests. Its 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with 36 MB of L3 cache and a 5.90 GHz boost clock, deliver results that place it at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs.

The AMD Ryzen 5 40 is not competitive in any measured workload, but its specs indicate a different purpose. Its 15-watt TDP, 6 nm process, and 100 mm² die make it suitable for thin-and-light mobile systems where power draw and heat are primary constraints. The 70th percentile ranking and 4-core design are adequate for basic tasks, but the data shows no scenario where it outperforms the Intel part.

The choice hinges on system type. For a desktop build requiring maximum throughput across multi-threaded applications, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the only option supported by the benchmark results. For a mobile device prioritizing low power consumption and compact design, the AMD Ryzen 5 40 fits that profile, though users must accept a substantial performance trade-off. The database records no mixed results: Intel wins 15 head-to-head tests, AMD wins none.