AMD Ryzen 5 5600G vs Intel Xeon 6325P Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The Intel Xeon 6325P wins Cinebench R23 multi-core with a score of 13717, beating the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G's 10551 by 23.1%.

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

A: The Intel Xeon 6325P leads PassMark single-thread with a score of 4213, which is 24.6% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G's 3177.

Q: Which processor handles data compression workloads better?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is the clear winner in PassMark data compression, scoring 249302 versus 178020 for the Intel Xeon 6325P — a 40% advantage.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Xeon 6325P has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Xeon 6325P supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G does not.

Q: How many benchmark wins does each processor claim in the head-to-head comparison?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G wins 9 of the 15 head-to-head benchmarks, while the Intel Xeon 6325P wins 6.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is built on TSMC's 7 nm process and uses the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Cezanne. It belongs to the 5000 series and targets the desktop market segment. The Intel Xeon 6325P, by contrast, uses Intel's 10 nm process with the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-R, and is part of the Xeon 6 generation (Raptor Lake Refresh). The Intel part is aimed at the server/workstation segment.

Core counts differ substantially. The AMD chip packs 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Xeon offers 4 cores and 8 threads. The AMD processor has a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Intel part starts at 3.50 GHz base but boosts significantly higher to 5.20 GHz. Despite the lower core count, that higher boost clock underpins many of the Intel chip's single-thread wins.

Cache hierarchies also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G features 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Xeon 6325P has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The Intel part's larger per-core L2 is notable for a 4-core design.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel memory and a rated bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Xeon supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, though no bandwidth figure is listed. ECC memory is supported on the Intel part but not the AMD. PCIe generations also differ: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G runs Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Intel Xeon 6325P runs Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The AMD processor includes integrated Radeon Vega 7 graphics; the Intel Xeon 6325P has no integrated graphics. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. Socket compatibility separates them further: AMD Socket AM4 for the Ryzen, Intel Socket 1700 for the Xeon.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data reveals two very different performance profiles. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G dominates in most multi-threaded and throughput-oriented workloads, while the Intel Xeon 6325P excels in single-thread and certain specialized tests.

Starting with Cinebench, the results are split by version. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 1724 against 1382 for the Intel part, a 24.7% advantage. The single-core R15 test also favors AMD: 228 versus 195, a 16.9% lead. But the newer Cinebench R23 flips the script. The Intel Xeon scores 13717 in multi-core versus 10551 for AMD, a 23.1% margin. In R23 single-core, Intel leads 1936 to 1409, which is 27.2% ahead. This version-dependent swing suggests the R23 workload scales differently with the Intel architecture's higher boost clock and newer core design.

PassMark results strongly favor the AMD processor in most categories. Data compression shows AMD at 249302 versus 178020, a 40% difference. Data encryption is even more lopsided: AMD scores 15247 versus 9311, a 63.8% advantage. Extended instructions favor AMD at 17334 versus 11645, a 48.9% margin. Integer math sees AMD ahead 67344 to 49151, a 37% difference. Random string sorting goes to AMD 25354 versus 19113, a 32.7% margin. Multi-thread PassMark also favors AMD: 19717 versus 16138, a 22.2% lead. Floating point math is nearly a tie, with AMD at 37830 and Intel at 37265, a slim 1.5% edge for AMD.

The Intel Xeon 6325P wins the remaining PassMark tests. Find prime numbers goes to Intel 66 versus 57, a 13.6% margin. Physics favors Intel 1020 versus 900, an 11.8% lead. The biggest Intel win is single-thread PassMark, where it scores 4213 versus 3177, a 24.6% advantage. That same result appears twice in the data for both the single_thread and singlethread test names.

Overall, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G takes 9 wins, and the Intel Xeon 6325P takes 6. But the margin of victory matters. AMD's wins include several blowouts over 30%, while Intel's wins are concentrated in single-thread performance and two specific workloads.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G has 6 cores and 12 threads; the Intel Xeon 6325P has 4 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are 3.90 GHz for AMD and 3.50 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.40 GHz for AMD and 5.20 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings are 65 watts for AMD and 55 watts for Intel.

Process technology differs: AMD uses 7 nm from TSMC, while Intel uses 10 nm from its own foundry. The AMD die size is 180 mm², the Intel die is 163 mm². The AMD chip has 10,700 million transistors; the Intel part has no listed transistor count.

Cache configurations diverge: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3. Intel has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 12 MB shared L3. Memory support: AMD is DDR4 only; Intel supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bus is dual-channel for both. Memory bandwidth is listed at 51.2 GB/s for AMD; Intel has no listed figure. ECC memory: AMD does not support it, Intel does.

PCIe generations differ: AMD is Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes; Intel is Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD has Radeon Vega 7; Intel has none. Market segment: AMD is desktop; Intel is server/workstation. Release dates: AMD launched on 2021-04-12; Intel launched on 2025-02-23. Multiplier: AMD is unlocked; Intel is locked. Launch MSRP: AMD is $259; Intel is $281.

The Verdict

The data presents a clear split based on workload type. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G is the stronger all-around processor for throughput-heavy tasks. It wins 9 of 15 head-to-head benchmarks, including decisive victories in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer math, random string sorting, and multi-thread PassMark. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration provides a meaningful advantage in parallel workloads, as reflected in the 22.2% multi-thread PassMark lead and the 24.7% Cinebench R15 multi-core margin.

The Intel Xeon 6325P is the single-thread specialist. Its 5.20 GHz boost clock delivers a 24.6% PassMark single-thread advantage and a 27.2% Cinebench R23 single-core lead. It also wins Cinebench R23 multi-core by 23.1%, despite having fewer cores, which suggests the newer Raptor Lake architecture handles that specific workload more efficiently. The Intel part also offers ECC memory support and PCIe Gen 5, which are relevant for server and workstation environments.

For desktop users running typical productivity applications, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G's breadth of wins makes it the safer choice. Its integrated graphics also add capability that the Intel Xeon entirely lacks. For users who prioritize raw single-thread performance or need ECC memory in a workstation context, the Intel Xeon 6325P is the data-backed pick.

Both processors sit at the 74th percentile versus all CPUs, and their average benchmark scores are close: 21088 for AMD versus 20821 for Intel. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip include the Intel Core i3-1220P (0.1% difference) and the AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (-0.2%). The Intel Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U (0% difference) and the Intel Core i5-12490F (0.1%). These figures confirm the two chips occupy a similar overall performance tier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G wins in data-heavy and throughput-oriented workloads. Data compression is its largest margin at 40% over the Intel part. Data encryption shows a 63.8% advantage, the biggest single gap in the entire comparison. Extended instructions run 48.9% faster on AMD. Integer math is 37% ahead. Random string sorting is 32.7% faster. Multi-thread PassMark is 22.2% ahead. The AMD chip also edges out Intel in floating point math by 1.5% and wins both Cinebench R15 tests, multi-core by 24.7% and single-core by 16.9%.

The Intel Xeon 6325P wins in single-thread performance and specific niche workloads. PassMark single-thread is its strongest category at 24.6% ahead. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a 27.2% advantage. Cinebench R23 multi-core goes to Intel by 23.1%, despite the core deficit. Find prime numbers favors Intel by 13.6%. Physics workloads show an 11.8% Intel advantage.

The use-case split is straightforward. For general desktop productivity, content creation, compression tasks, and encryption-heavy workflows, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600G delivers more wins with larger margins. For single-thread-bound applications, workloads that favor the newer Raptor Lake architecture in Cinebench R23, and server environments requiring ECC memory, the Intel Xeon 6325P is the better fit. The Intel part's PCIe Gen 5 support also positions it for newer high-bandwidth peripherals, though the AMD chip counters with integrated graphics and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.