AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data gives a clear verdict: the Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons in the database, with no wins recorded for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D. The margins, however, vary considerably by workload, which reveals where each processor is relatively stronger or weaker.

The largest single gap appears in floating-point math. The Intel part scores 125,546 versus 34,511 for the AMD, a delta of -72.5% from the AMD's perspective. That means the Intel processor delivers roughly 3.6 times the floating-point throughput in this specific test. Similarly, integer math shows Intel at 164,629 against AMD's 60,033, a -63.5% delta, or about 2.7 times the score. These two results indicate that the Intel part has a substantial advantage in raw arithmetic throughput, likely driven by its higher core count and higher boost clock.

Data compression also shows a wide gap. Intel scores 585,752 versus 230,392 for AMD, a -60.7% delta. The Intel processor is about 2.5 times faster here. This workload is typically sensitive to memory bandwidth and cache hierarchy, and the Intel part's higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s (versus 51.2 GB/s for AMD) aligns with that result.

Encryption and extended instructions follow a similar pattern. In data encryption, Intel scores 29,636 versus 13,967 for AMD, a -52.9% delta. In extended instructions, Intel scores 38,743 versus 15,925, a -58.9% delta. Both are roughly 2.1 to 2.4 times faster on the Intel side.

The multithread benchmark shows Intel at 46,107 versus 20,363 for AMD, a -55.8% delta. This is consistent with the core and thread counts: Intel has 12 cores and 24 threads, while AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part is about 2.3 times faster in this aggregate workload.

Random string sorting shows Intel at 53,167 versus 23,675 for AMD, a -55.5% delta. Again, Intel is roughly 2.2 times faster. This workload often stresses memory latency and sorting algorithms, and the Intel part's larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 512 KB) may contribute.

The narrower gaps are in prime number finding and physics. In find prime numbers, Intel scores 198 versus 170 for AMD, a -14.1% delta. In physics, Intel scores 2,754 versus 2,282, a -17.1% delta. These are the closest results in the set, suggesting that the AMD part is relatively more competitive in these specific workloads, even though it still loses. The Intel advantage here is roughly 1.2 times, far smaller than the 2 to 3 times margins seen elsewhere.

Single-thread performance also shows a notable gap, though not as large as the multi-threaded ones. Intel scores 4,573 versus 2,941 for AMD, a -35.7% delta. This means Intel is about 1.55 times faster in single-threaded work. The Intel part's boost clock of 5.90 GHz versus 4.00 GHz for AMD likely explains much of this difference.

Overall, the benchmark results indicate that the Intel Core 9 273PQE dominates across every measured workload in the head-to-head set. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D does not win a single comparison. However, the size of the Intel advantage varies from a modest 14% in prime number finding to a massive 72.5% in floating-point math. Users focused on arithmetic-heavy tasks will see the largest benefit from the Intel part, while those in physics simulation or prime number workloads will see a smaller, but still consistent, advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66,099, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has an average benchmark score of 37,018. The Intel part sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 85th percentile for the AMD part.

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

A: In the passmark single-thread test, the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 4,573, which is 35.7% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D's score of 2,941. The Intel part's boost clock is 5.90 GHz, versus 4.00 GHz for the AMD part.

Q: What is the closest benchmark result between the two?

A: The closest result is in passmark find prime numbers. The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 198, and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D scores 170, a difference of 14.1%. The physics benchmark is the second closest, with Intel at 2,754 and AMD at 2,282, a 17.1% gap.

Q: Does the AMD processor outperform the Intel part in any recorded test?

A: No. The head-to-head data shows the Intel Core 9 273PQE winning all 11 benchmark comparisons. The wins count is 0 for the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and 11 for the Intel part.

Q: How do the processors compare in memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s with dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D supports 51.2 GB/s with dual-channel DDR4 memory. This difference may explain the large gap in data compression results.

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each processor based on average score?

A: For the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, the nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (average score 36,945, delta 0.2%), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37,093, delta -0.2%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (36,938, delta 0.2%), and the Intel Core i9-12900T (37,112, delta -0.3%). For the Intel Core 9 273PQE, the nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus (66,159, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D (65,914, delta 0.3%), the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus (66,855, delta -1.1%), and the AMD EPYC 4465P (66,925, delta -1.2%).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D uses the Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm process node from TSMC, with the Vermeer codename. It is part of the 5000 series and fits into the AMD Socket AM4. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm process node from Intel, fitting into the Intel Socket 1700. The process node difference (7 nm for AMD, 10 nm for Intel) is notable, though the Intel part compensates with a higher core count and clock speeds.

Core configuration is a major differentiator. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the core count and thread count. This directly impacts multithreaded performance, as seen in the 55.8% gap in the passmark multithread test.

Cache architecture also differs significantly. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has much more L3 cache (96 MB versus 36 MB), which typically benefits gaming and certain data-heavy workloads, while the Intel part has more L2 cache per core, which can aid in latency-sensitive tasks.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports DDR4 only, with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also with a dual-channel bus, but offers 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe support is another area of divergence. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D provides PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel Core 9 273PQE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part has the newer PCIe standard but fewer lanes.

Integrated graphics represent a clear functional difference. The AMD part has no integrated graphics (N/A). The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 770, which means the Intel processor can operate without a discrete GPU in basic display tasks.

The Intel part also has a higher base clock (3.40 GHz versus 3.00 GHz) and a much higher boost clock (5.90 GHz versus 4.00 GHz). The TDP differs as well: 125 W for Intel versus 105 W for AMD. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base clock | 3.00 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.00 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | (not specified) |

| Codename | Vermeer | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 96 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Launch MSRP | (not available) | $589 |

| Part number | 100-000001504 | SA4Q9 |

The AMD part has a smaller die size at 74 mm², while the Intel die size is not recorded. The Intel part is released later (2026-03-08) than the AMD part (2025-06-04). Both are listed as Active in production status and target the Desktop market segment. Both support ECC memory. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

Based strictly on the benchmark data, the Intel Core 9 273PQE wins every recorded comparison. There is no workload in the head-to-head set where the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D takes the lead. The Intel part's advantages are largest in floating-point math (72.5% ahead), integer math (63.5% ahead), and data compression (60.7% ahead). These are compute-intensive, parallel-friendly workloads where 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a 5.90 GHz boost clock and 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth, deliver decisive margins.

The Intel part also wins single-threaded performance by 35.7%, which is relevant for lightly threaded applications, and physics by 17.1%. The prime number finding test shows the smallest gap at 14.1%, suggesting that this particular workload responds less to the Intel part's advantages.

For the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, the data does not show a single winning scenario. However, the relative closeness in physics and prime number tests indicates that the AMD architecture, with its large 96 MB L3 cache, is less disadvantaged in those workloads. The AMD part also has a lower TDP of 105 W versus 125 W, which may be relevant for thermal-constrained systems, though no power efficiency benchmark is recorded.

In summary, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the clear performance leader in every measured category. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D remains competitive only in the sense that its deficits are smaller in specific tests, but it does not achieve a win in any recorded benchmark. Users seeking maximum throughput, especially in arithmetic, compression, and multithreaded tasks, will find the Intel part substantially faster. The AMD part's strengths, such as its larger L3 cache and lower TDP, do not translate into a benchmark victory in this dataset.