AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Intel Core 7 350 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear overall winner in the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, which takes 11 of the 17 head-to-head tests. Its biggest advantage comes in multi-core workloads, where the 5600GT leads by a wide margin. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD part scores 17,272 against the Intel Core 7 350's 8,030, a delta of 115.1%. That is more than double the Intel chip's output. The Cinebench R20 multi-core test shows a similar pattern: 7,254 versus 5,373, a 35% advantage. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD chip scores 1,740 versus 1,220, a 42.6% lead.

The gap persists across other parallel workloads. PassMark integer math heavily favors the Ryzen 5 5600GT, which scores 69,566 versus 33,734, a 106.2% advantage. Data compression also goes strongly to AMD: 258,882 versus 143,123, an 80.9% lead. Extended instruction throughput follows suit, with the 5600GT ahead by 49.8% (18,041 versus 12,045). Random string sorting shows a 51.9% lead for AMD (26,188 versus 17,238), and data encryption gives the Ryzen chip a 45.2% edge (15,873 versus 10,933). PassMark multithread scores put the AMD part at 20,325 versus 15,170 for the Intel chip, a 34% difference.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins six tests, and its victories are concentrated in single-thread and specialized math workloads. PassMark single-thread is the clearest Intel win: 4,100 versus 3,348, an 18.3% lead. The same delta appears in the duplicate passmark_singlethread entry. Cinebench R15 single-core also goes to Intel, 292 versus 245, a 16.1% margin. The prime number search test shows a dramatic Intel advantage: 107 versus 57, a 46.7% lead. Floating-point math also favors Intel, 42,809 versus 39,817, a 7% difference. PassMark physics gives Intel a 1,173 score against 875, a 25.4% lead.

Interestingly, the Cinebench R20 single-core result goes the other way. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 1,023 versus the Intel Core 7 350's 758, a 35% lead for AMD. The R23 single-core test also favors AMD: 2,438 versus 2,046, a 19.2% edge. This split between Cinebench versions makes the single-core comparison less straightforward; Intel wins in older R15 and PassMark, while AMD wins in the newer R20 and R23 builds. Overall average benchmark scores reflect the multi-core dominance: the Ryzen 5 5600GT sits at 20,733, while the Core 7 350 sits at 17,779.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is the better choice for heavily threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multi-core result, at 115.1% ahead, is the standout. Any render job, video encode, or compilation task that scales across cores will favor the 5600GT. The PassMark integer math and data compression results confirm this: integer-heavy processing and archive handling are clearly AMD territory. The 106.2% lead in integer math and 80.9% lead in compression are large enough to matter in everyday productivity tasks. Encryption workloads also favor AMD by 45.2%, which matters for disk encryption and secure communications processing.

The Intel Core 7 350 wins in several specific niches. The passmark_find_prime_numbers result (107 versus 57, a 46.7% lead) points to workloads with heavy branch prediction and simple integer loops, where the Intel core design excels. Floating-point math is another Intel strength, with a 7% edge in passmark_floating_point_math. Physics simulation, as measured by PassMark, favors Intel by 25.4%. For single-thread responsiveness in older benchmarks, the Intel chip leads by 18.3% in PassMark and 16.1% in Cinebench R15 single-core. However, the AMD chip counters with superior single-core scores in Cinebench R20 and R23, so the single-thread story depends heavily on which benchmark version is used.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design points. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the Zen 3 architecture on the Cezanne codename, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It packs 10,700 million transistors into a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, built on Intel's 3 nm process. The Intel part's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. Both chips have 6 physical cores, but the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT supports 12 threads via simultaneous multithreading, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 threads with no SMT. This explains much of the multi-core benchmark gap. The AMD part also runs at a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz versus 1.50 GHz for Intel, though the Intel chip boosts higher at 4.80 GHz versus 4.60 GHz. The AMD chip has a 65 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 15 W, a much lower power envelope.

Cache layouts differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 350 has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and only 6 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches likely contribute to its wins in the prime number and physics tests, while the AMD chip's larger L3 helps in broader multi-threaded workloads.

Memory support is another major split. The AMD part uses DDR4 with a dual-channel memory bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X but only on a single-channel bus, with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip's higher peak bandwidth comes despite the single-channel interface, though the AMD chip's dual-channel setup may offer better latency characteristics in practice. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 7 350 provides PCIe Gen 4 with only 6 lanes. The Intel chip has the newer standard but fewer lanes, which suits its mobile market segment. The AMD part is a desktop socket AM4 processor, while the Intel part uses the BGA 1516 socket, indicating a soldered mobile design. The Intel chip also has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part does not.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT includes Radeon Vega 7 graphics, while the Intel Core 7 350 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The AMD chip is a desktop part with a launch date in January 2024, while the Intel chip is a mobile part with a release date in April 2026. The Intel part carries a $469 launch MSRP, while the AMD part carries a $140 launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor scores higher in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 17,272 versus the Intel Core 7 350's 8,030, giving AMD a 115.1% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 350 win any single-thread tests?

A: Yes. The Intel chip leads in PassMark single-thread (4,100 versus 3,348, an 18.3% edge) and Cinebench R15 single-core (292 versus 245, a 16.1% lead). However, the AMD chip wins Cinebench R20 single-core (1,023 versus 758, 35%) and R23 single-core (2,438 versus 2,046, 19.2%).

Q: What explains the AMD chip's large multi-core advantage?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD chip also has a higher base clock of 3.60 GHz versus 1.50 GHz and 16 MB of L3 cache versus 6 MB.

Q: Which processor has better memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 records 59.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT records 51.2 GB/s. However, the Intel chip uses a single-channel bus while the AMD chip uses dual-channel.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these chips?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is rated at 65 W, while the Intel Core 7 350 is rated at 15 W.

Q: Which processor supports PCIe Gen 4?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear choice for multi-threaded desktop work: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT. Its 115.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 106.2% lead in integer math are decisive. The AMD chip also offers 12 threads versus 6, a dual-channel memory bus, and an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The average benchmark score of 20,733 versus 17,779 puts it ahead overall, and its 74th percentile ranking versus the Intel chip's 71st confirms the edge.

The Intel Core 7 350 is a different kind of product. It is a mobile processor on a BGA socket with a 15 W TDP, built for laptops rather than desktop towers. Its wins in PassMark single-thread, floating-point math, physics, and prime number searching show strong per-core efficiency, but the lack of SMT and the small 6 MB L3 cache limit its multi-core performance. The Intel chip's higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz and larger L1 and L2 caches per core give it an edge in latency-sensitive workloads.

For builders with an AM4 motherboard, the Ryzen 5 5600GT is the practical choice. It delivers more than double the multi-core performance of the Intel part in Cinebench R23, supports DDR4, and has PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. For a mobile platform where power draw matters, the Intel Core 7 350's 15 W TDP and newer 3 nm process make it the appropriate option, provided the workload fits its single-thread strengths. The benchmark data does not support using the Intel chip in heavily threaded scenarios, where it trails by margins ranging from 34% to 115.1% depending on the test.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT | Intel Core 7 350 |

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

| Cores | 6 | 6 |

| Threads | 12 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | $140 | $469 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |