AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear split between these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT wins 12 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 7 360 wins 5. The AMD part holds a decisive lead in multi-threaded workloads, with its 6 cores and 12 threads delivering substantially higher scores across all Cinebench iterations. The Intel Core 7 360, with 6 cores and 6 threads, counters with wins in single-threaded PassMark tests, floating point math, prime number finding, and physics simulations.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT posts an average benchmark score of 20733, placing it in the 74th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 7 360 averages 18374, which places it in the 72nd percentile. The AMD processor sits within 0.5% of rivals such as the Intel Core i5-12490F and the AMD EPYC 7J13, while the Intel part matches the Intel Core i3-13100 almost exactly with a 0% delta. The data indicates the AMD processor is the stronger overall performer for desktop users, while the Intel part, classified as a mobile segment chip with a 15 W TDP, appears designed for efficiency-focused systems.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 20733 on average, while the Intel Core 7 360 scores 18374. The AMD part also ranks higher in the database at the 74th percentile versus the 72nd percentile for the Intel chip.

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

A: The Intel Core 7 360 wins the PassMark single-thread test with a score of 4274 versus 3348 for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, a 21.7% advantage. However, the AMD part wins all Cinebench single-core tests, including a 26.7% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core with 2438 versus 1924.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 12 threads across 6 cores. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 threads across 6 cores, meaning it does not support simultaneous multithreading.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory on a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the largest benchmark margin in the head-to-head data?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT leads by 103.2% in PassMark integer math, scoring 69566 against 34238 for the Intel Core 7 360. The AMD part also leads by 81.2% in data compression with 258882 versus 142877.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has the multiplier unlocked. The Intel Core 7 360 does not have an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The processor contains 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and is built on a 3 nm process at Intel, with transistor count and die size not recorded in the database.

Cache layouts differ substantially between the two. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor therefore has more than double the L3 capacity, while the Intel part has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations.

The integrated graphics solutions differ as well. AMD uses Radeon Vega 7 graphics, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The memory controllers reflect different platform targets: AMD supports DDR4 on a dual-channel bus, while Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X on a single-channel bus. PCIe connectivity also differs, with AMD offering Gen 3 across 16 CPU lanes and Intel offering Gen 4 across 6 CPU lanes.

The production status for both is Active. The AMD part belongs to the 5000 series and is listed as a desktop segment product, while the Intel part is listed as a mobile segment product. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM4, and the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 1516.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field. Core counts match at 6 cores, but thread counts diverge: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 12 threads, the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 threads. Base clocks are far apart, with AMD at 3.60 GHz and Intel at 1.50 GHz. Boost clocks are closer, with AMD at 4.60 GHz and Intel at 4.80 GHz.

TDP figures show the largest platform gap. The AMD processor is rated at 65 W, while the Intel processor is rated at 15 W. The Intel part is clearly oriented toward low-power mobile designs. The AMD part has the multiplier unlocked; the Intel part does not.

Memory bandwidth numbers favor Intel at 59.7 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s for AMD, even though Intel runs single-channel and AMD runs dual-channel. Neither processor supports ECC memory. The release dates differ by over two years: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT launched on 2024-01-07, and the Intel Core 7 360 launched on 2026-04-15.

The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is $140. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 7 360 is $426. Part numbers are 100-000001488 for AMD and SAE3E for Intel.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows a consistent and substantial AMD advantage. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT scores 1740 against 1374 for the Intel Core 7 360, a 26.6% margin. Cinebench R15 single-core shows 245 versus 193, a 26.9% lead. Cinebench R20 multicore records 7254 versus 5726, a 26.7% gap, and Cinebench R20 single-core records 1023 versus 808, a 26.6% gap. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 17272 versus 13634, a 26.7% gap, and Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2438 versus 1924, also a 26.7% gap. The consistency of the Cinebench deltas, all between 26.6% and 26.9%, suggests a fixed architectural advantage for the AMD part in rendering tasks.

PassMark results split more unevenly. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT wins data compression by 81.2%, scoring 258882 versus 142877. Data encryption goes to AMD by 42.2%, with 15873 versus 11164. Extended instructions favor AMD by 45.6%, with 18041 versus 12390. Integer math shows the single largest margin in the entire comparison: AMD scores 69566 against 34238, a 103.2% advantage. Random string sorting favors AMD by 48.5%, with 26188 versus 17636. PassMark multithread confirms the pattern, with AMD at 20325 versus 15544, a 30.8% lead.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins several specific workloads. PassMark single-thread shows Intel at 4274 versus 3348 for AMD, a 21.7% advantage. PassMark physics goes to Intel with 1213 versus 875, a 27.9% lead. Floating point math favors Intel at 44963 versus 39817, an 11.4% margin. Prime number finding is the most lopsided Intel win: Intel scores 120 against 57 for AMD, a 52.5% advantage. The PassMark single-thread and singlethread entries are duplicates in the database, both recording 4274 for Intel and 3348 for AMD.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT dominates in multi-threaded and throughput-oriented workloads. Its 12 threads give it a decisive edge in Cinebench rendering across R15, R20, and R23. The 103.2% lead in integer math and 81.2% lead in data compression indicate strong general-purpose compute capability. Encryption, extended instruction workloads, and random string sorting also fall clearly in AMD territory. For desktop users running parallel applications, compiled code, or data processing tasks, the recorded data shows the AMD part delivering roughly 30% to over 100% higher scores depending on the workload.

The Intel Core 7 360 wins in specific single-threaded and specialized scenarios. The 21.7% PassMark single-thread advantage shows higher per-core throughput in that metric, and the 52.5% lead in prime number finding suggests strong performance in integer-heavy sequential algorithms. Physics simulation favor Intel by 27.9%, and floating point math favors Intel by 11.4%. These wins align with the Intel part's higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz against 4.60 GHz for AMD, though the base clock difference is large in the opposite direction.

The 15 W TDP of the Intel Core 7 360 is the defining constraint and opportunity. It achieves competitive single-thread scores while drawing far less power than the 65 W AMD part. The mobile segment classification and BGA socket indicate the Intel chip targets compact, battery-powered systems. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, with its AM4 socket, unlocked multiplier, and desktop classification, targets traditional desktop builds where power draw is less critical and multi-threaded throughput matters more. The overall win count of 12 for AMD versus 5 for Intel matches the average benchmark score gap of 20733 versus 18374, confirming the AMD processor as the stronger all-around performer in the database measurements.