AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS vs Intel Xeon D-1587 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1587 has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Xeon offers more than double the core and thread count.

Q: What is the clock speed difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS has a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. The Intel Xeon D-1587 has a lower base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 2.30 GHz.

Q: How do their power requirements compare?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1587 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS has a TDP of 35 watts. The AMD processor consumes significantly less power.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Xeon D-1587 supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS does not list ECC support in the recorded data.

Q: Which processor has an integrated GPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS includes Radeon RX Vega 6 integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon D-1587 does not have integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS has an average benchmark score of 3444, while the Intel Xeon D-1587 scores 3350. Both processors sit at the 54th percentile of all CPUs.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The Intel Xeon D-1587 offers 16 cores and 32 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS provides 6 cores and 12 threads. Clock speeds show a clear separation: the AMD part runs at 3.00 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost, compared to the Intel part's 1.70 GHz base and 2.30 GHz boost.

Power envelopes also diverge sharply. The Intel Xeon D-1587 is rated at 65 watts TDP, whereas the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS draws only 35 watts. Socket compatibility differs as well: the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1667, and the AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP6. The Intel Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory, while the AMD Ryzen supports DDR4 only. Memory bandwidth is recorded for the AMD part at 68.3 GB/s, with no bandwidth figure listed for the Intel part.

PCIe capabilities differ too. The Intel Xeon D-1587 lists PCIe Gen 3 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS lists PCIe Gen 3 without a lane count. Integrated graphics appear only on the AMD side as Radeon RX Vega 6, and ECC memory support appears only on the Intel side. The market segments differ as well: the Intel Xeon is aimed at Server/Workstation use, while the AMD Ryzen is a Mobile processor. Release dates show the Intel part arriving in February 2016 and the AMD part in January 2020.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is substantial. The Intel Xeon D-1587 uses the Broadwell architecture on a 14 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It packs 3,200 million transistors on a 246 mm² die. Cache organization is per-core: 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 1.5 MB L3 per core. This design is part of the Xeon D (Broadwell-DE) generation.

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS uses the Zen 2 architecture on a 7 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. It contains 9,800 million transistors on a 156 mm² die. Cache layout differs significantly: 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. This chip belongs to the Ryzen 5 (Zen 2 Renoir) generation within the 4000 series.

The process node difference is stark: 14 nm versus 7 nm. The transistor count on the AMD part is roughly three times higher despite the smaller die size, reflecting the denser manufacturing process. The Intel Xeon's per-core L3 design gives each core its own dedicated slice, while the AMD Ryzen's shared L3 pool allows dynamic allocation across cores. The Intel part is unlocked for no multiplier adjustments, and the AMD part is also locked. The Intel Xeon includes ECC support, which aligns with its server positioning, while the AMD mobile chip relies on integrated Radeon RX Vega 6 graphics for display output.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data is one-sided. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS wins all six recorded benchmark comparisons. The Intel Xeon D-1587 records zero wins, while the AMD part takes six.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS scores 1226 against the Intel Xeon D-1587's 1167, a 4.8% advantage. Single-core in the same test shows the AMD part at 173 versus 164, a 5.2% lead. Cinebench R20 multi-core continues the pattern: the AMD chip scores 5111, the Intel chip 4865, again a 4.8% gap. Single-core R20 results show 721 versus 686, a 4.9% margin.

Cinebench R23 multi-core delivers the largest absolute difference: the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS scores 12171, while the Intel Xeon D-1587 scores 11585, a 4.8% lead for AMD. Single-core R23 shows 1718 versus 1635, a 4.8% difference. The AMD part also has Geekbench results in the database: 5135 multi-core and 1293 single-core, though no direct Geekbench comparison exists for the Intel part in the head-to-head set.

The margins are consistent across all tests, hovering between 4.8% and 5.2%. This consistency suggests a uniform performance advantage rather than test-specific variability. The Intel Xeon's 16-core count does not translate into multi-core wins, as its lower clocks and older architecture hold it back. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS, despite having only 6 cores, beats the 16-core Xeon in every recorded workload.

Looking at the nearest rivals, the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS sits within 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-10870H and AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS, and within 0.1% of the Intel Core i7-5960X. The Intel Xeon D-1587 is 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-7800X and 1.2% ahead of the Intel Core i5-11400T, but trails the AMD Ryzen 7 5800U by 0.5% and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7530U by 1.3%. These rival positions confirm that both processors occupy a similar performance tier overall, despite the head-to-head sweep.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS wins every benchmark category in the head-to-head comparison. It leads in multi-core workloads, as shown by Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core scores, and it leads in single-core workloads by similar margins. The consistency of the 4.8% to 5.2% advantage across all tests indicates that the AMD part is simply faster in both threaded and single-threaded scenarios.

The Intel Xeon D-1587 does not win any recorded benchmark. Its strengths lie elsewhere. The data shows it supports ECC memory, which the AMD part does not, and it targets the Server/Workstation market segment. It also offers more PCIe lanes at 24 versus an unspecified count for the AMD part. These features matter for reliability and expansion in server environments, even if raw benchmark scores are lower.

For workloads that benefit from high core counts, the Intel Xeon's 16 cores and 32 threads provide a structural advantage. The benchmark data, however, shows this advantage does not materialize into higher scores in Cinebench tests. The AMD part's higher clocks and newer architecture overcome the core deficit. The Intel part may still be preferable in server contexts where ECC memory and dedicated PCIe lanes are requirements.

The Verdict

The benchmark data clearly favors the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS. It wins all six head-to-head comparisons with margins between 4.8% and 5.2%. The AMD part delivers higher performance in both multi-core and single-core Cinebench tests, despite having only 6 cores versus 16 on the Intel Xeon D-1587. It also draws less power, with a 35-watt TDP against the Intel part's 65 watts, and includes integrated graphics.

Users who prioritize raw benchmark performance should choose the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS. The data shows it is faster in every recorded test, and its lower power consumption makes it suitable for mobile applications. The consistent 4.8% to 5.2% lead across all Cinebench versions indicates a reliable performance edge.

The Intel Xeon D-1587 serves a different purpose. Its ECC memory support, 24 PCIe lanes, and 16-core configuration align with server and workstation workloads where data integrity and expansion capacity matter more than benchmark scores. The launch MSRP is 1549, reflecting its enterprise positioning. For users building server systems that require ECC memory and extensive PCIe connectivity, the Intel Xeon D-1587 remains viable despite losing every benchmark comparison.

The average benchmark scores tell a similar story: the AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS averages 3444, while the Intel Xeon D-1587 averages 3350, a difference of roughly 2.8%. Both sit at the 54th percentile of all CPUs, placing them in the same performance tier. But within that tier, the AMD part is consistently ahead in the recorded tests.

The verdict is straightforward. The AMD Ryzen 5 4600HS is the better choice for performance-focused users, offering higher scores across all measured workloads with lower power consumption. The Intel Xeon D-1587 remains relevant only for specific server use cases where ECC memory and lane count take priority over benchmark results.