AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT vs Intel Core 5 223PQE

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT enters the database with a robust set of measured results, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE currently has no recorded benchmark scores. This creates an asymmetrical comparison where only one side of the matchup has empirical data. The Ryzen 5 5500GT produces an average benchmark score of 26748, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs tracked by the database. The Intel Core 5 223PQE, by contrast, holds a 50th percentile ranking with an average score of zero, indicating that its performance profile remains entirely unmeasured at this time.

The Ryzen 5 5500GT delivers its strongest showing in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where it scores 6656 points. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 15848 and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1597 follow the same pattern of solid throughput across rendering workloads. Single-core performance is comparatively modest, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2237, Cinebench R20 single-core at 939, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 225. The gap between multi-core and single-core scores reflects a design focused on parallel processing capability rather than peak single-thread speed.

PassMark results reinforce this profile. The Ryzen 5 5500GT achieves a multi-thread score of 19000 and an integer math score of 64218, while floating-point math reaches 36694. Data compression results show 243904, and random string sorting hits 24583. Extended instruction performance lands at 17027, with data encryption at 14754. The single-thread PassMark measurement of 3066 appears twice in the database with identical values, confirming consistency across recording methods.

Against its nearest rivals, the Ryzen 5 5500GT sits in a tight cluster. The AMD EPYC 9554 averages 26743, a delta of 0 percent from the 5500GT. The Intel Core i7-12700H scores 26717, which is 0.1 percent lower. The AMD Ryzen 5 7545U posts 26849, putting it 0.4 percent ahead of the 5500GT. The Intel Core i9-11900K reaches 26639, a 0.4 percent deficit. These margins are negligible, meaning the 5500GT trades blows with each of these chips within a fraction of a percent in average score.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 5500GT demonstrates clear strengths in heavily threaded workloads. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 15848 shows the six-core, twelve-thread configuration scaling effectively across rendering tasks. PassMark multi-thread at 19000 and integer math at 64218 point toward productivity applications that can exploit multiple cores. Data compression at 243904 stands out as a particularly strong result, suggesting efficient use of the processor's resources in archiving and file-handling scenarios. Floating-point math at 36694 indicates capable number-crunching for scientific or engineering software.

Single-thread performance is less dominant. The Cinebench R15 single-core score of 225 and PassMark single-thread score of 3066 place the 5500GT in a moderate position. For workloads that depend primarily on one core, such as older games or lightly threaded applications, the processor delivers adequate but not exceptional results. The 4.40 GHz boost clock provides headroom, yet the architecture does not push single-core scores into the upper tier of the database.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE cannot be assigned wins in any category because no benchmark data exists for it. Its specifications hint at potential advantages: eight cores and sixteen threads, a 4.00 GHz base clock, a 5.50 GHz boost clock, and a 125 W TDP. The higher core count and boost frequency could translate to strong multi-core and single-core performance, but without recorded scores, any such conclusion remains speculative. The database shows zero wins for the Intel part and zero wins for the AMD part in head-to-head comparisons, since no shared benchmarks have been run.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design generations. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 223PQE carries the Bartlett Lake codename and uses a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The smaller process node for AMD allows for denser transistor packing, with the 5500GT featuring 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Intel does not report transistor count or die size for the 223PQE in the database.

Core configurations differ significantly. The 5500GT provides six cores and twelve threads, while the 223PQE offers eight cores and sixteen threads. This gives Intel a two-core, four-thread advantage on paper. Cache layouts also diverge. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3. Intel uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 on Intel could benefit workloads with localized data access, while the larger shared L3 on Intel offers more aggregate cache capacity.

Memory support separates the two as well. The Ryzen 5 5500GT supports only DDR4 memory with dual-channel access and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 223PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a much higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. ECC memory is not supported on the AMD part but is enabled on the Intel part, which could matter for reliability-sensitive deployments. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes, a substantial generational jump in interconnect speed.

Integrated graphics also vary. The 5500GT includes Radeon Vega 7, while the 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. Both allow for display output without a discrete GPU, though their performance levels are not directly compared in the database. Socket compatibility separates the platforms: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking, whereas the Intel processor is locked. Release dates differ by over two years, with the 5500GT launching in January 2024 and the 223PQE in March 2026. Production status for both is listed as active.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT as the only processor with verified performance measurements. Its average benchmark score of 26748 places it in the 79th percentile, a strong position for a desktop chip. The nearest rivals, including the Intel Core i9-11900K and Intel Core i7-12700H, all fall within 0.4 percent of the 5500GT's average score, meaning the AMD part performs on par with a previous-generation flagship and a high-end mobile chip. For users who need multi-core throughput, the 5500GT's Cinebench R23 result of 15848 and PassMark multi-thread score of 19000 provide concrete evidence of capability.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE has no benchmark data in the database, so no performance claims can be made from measurements. Its specifications indicate a higher core count, higher clock speeds, newer PCIe generation, and broader memory support. The 5.50 GHz boost clock and 24 MB shared L3 suggest competitive potential, but the absence of scores means the database cannot confirm any advantage. Users considering this processor must rely on other sources for performance validation, as the current records show no results.

The choice between the two depends on data availability and platform needs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT offers a proven performance profile with a 7 nm process, 65 W TDP, and a launch MSRP of $125. The Intel Core 5 223PQE carries a 125 W TDP, a launch MSRP of $319, and features like PCIe Gen 5 and ECC support that the AMD part lacks. For those building on Socket AM4 with DDR4, the 5500GT is a measured, lower-power option. For those needing eight cores, DDR5 support, and newer PCIe connectivity on Socket 1700, the 223PQE presents a specification-based alternative, though its performance remains unquantified in the database.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500GT has an average benchmark score of 26748, placing it in the 79th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PQE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists zero benchmark results for the Intel Core 5 223PQE, with an average score of zero and a 50th percentile ranking.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 5500GT compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD EPYC 9554 has an average score of 26743 (0 percent delta), the Intel Core i7-12700H scores 26717 (0.1 percent lower), the AMD Ryzen 5 7545U scores 26849 (0.4 percent higher), and the Intel Core i9-11900K scores 26639 (0.4 percent lower).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The Ryzen 5 5500GT supports DDR4 only with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 5 223PQE supports DDR4 and DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Do either of these processors include integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500GT includes Radeon Vega 7, and the Intel Core 5 223PQE includes UHD Graphics 770.