AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE records an average benchmark score of 66099, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT records 20733. The Intel part sits in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 74th percentile for the AMD part.

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

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in every single-thread workload. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 5532 versus AMD's 2438, a 55.9% advantage. In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 4573 versus 3348, a 26.8% lead.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the core and thread counts.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT supports only DDR4, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the integrated graphics solutions?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT uses Radeon Vega 7 graphics. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses UHD Graphics 770.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, fabricated on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. These process differences are significant: AMD's 7 nm node with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die contrasts with Intel's 10 nm node, for which the database does not record transistor count or die size.

The cache structures differ substantially. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel L2 cache is four times larger per core, and the L3 cache is more than double the AMD capacity.

The Intel processor also supports a wider memory ecosystem. It accepts both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD part is limited to DDR4. Memory bandwidth reflects this: Intel records 89.6 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s for AMD. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the AMD side.

The platform interfaces differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT uses AMD Socket AM4 with PCIe Gen 3 and 16 CPU lanes. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses Intel Socket 1700 with PCIe Gen 5 and 16 CPU lanes. The PCIe generation difference affects available bandwidth for expansion devices.

The Intel part has a higher base clock, 3.40 GHz versus 3.60 GHz, but the AMD part has a lower boost clock, 4.60 GHz versus 5.90 GHz for Intel. The Intel boost clock is notably higher. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel multiplier is locked. The Intel TDP is 125 watts, versus 65 watts for AMD.

The AMD processor is a 5000 series part with an unlocked multiplier, part number 100-000001488. The Intel Core 9 273PQE has part number SA4Q9 and does not belong to a listed series. The AMD part was released on 2024-01-07, while the Intel part has a later release date of 2026-03-08. Both processors are currently in active production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The database records zero wins for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT. The largest margins appear in compute-heavy workloads.

In Cinebench R23 multicore, Intel scores 39190 against AMD's 17272, a 55.9% advantage. The Cinebench R20 multicore result shows a similar pattern: Intel at 16459 versus AMD at 7254, also 55.9% ahead. Cinebench R15 multicore shows Intel at 3950 versus 1740, a 55.9% delta.

Single-core Cinebench results show the same relative gaps. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 5532 versus 2438, a 55.9% advantage. Cinebench R20 single-core shows Intel at 2323 versus 1023, a 56% lead. Cinebench R15 single-core shows Intel at 557 versus 245, a 56% lead.

The PassMark suite reveals the widest absolute deltas. In floating-point math, Intel scores 125546 versus AMD's 39817, a 68.3% advantage. In physics, Intel scores 2754 versus 875, a 68.2% lead. Prime number finding shows Intel at 198 versus 57, a 71.2% advantage, the largest percentage gap in the dataset.

Data compression shows Intel at 585752 versus 258882, a 55.8% lead. Data encryption shows Intel at 29636 versus 15873, a 46.4% lead. Extended instructions show Intel at 38743 versus 18041, a 53.4% lead. Integer math shows Intel at 164629 versus 69566, a 57.7% lead.

Multithreaded PassMark shows Intel at 46107 versus 20325, a 55.9% lead. Random string sorting shows Intel at 53167 versus 26188, a 50.7% lead. Single-thread PassMark shows the narrowest advantage: Intel at 4573 versus 3348, a 26.8% lead.

The data shows a consistent pattern across all recorded workloads. The Intel processor maintains a minimum 26.8% advantage in single-thread tasks and often exceeds 55% in multicore and math-intensive workloads. The AMD processor does not close the gap in any recorded test.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| 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 | 16 MB | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $140 | $589 |

| Release Date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-03-08 |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | Not recorded |

| Part Number | 100-000001488 | SA4Q9 |

The Verdict

The benchmark data delivers a clear verdict: the Intel Core 9 273PQE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT in every single recorded workload. The Intel part scores 66099 average versus 20733 for AMD, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs compared to the 74th percentile for the AMD part.

The Intel processor's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, which scores 65914, a 0.3% difference from the Intel part. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus scores 66159, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-12490F at 20802, a 0.3% difference, and the Intel Xeon 6325P at 20821, a 0.4% difference. These comparisons show that each processor sits in its own performance tier.

The Intel part doubles the core count, doubles the thread count, and delivers more than three times the average benchmark score. The Cinebench R23 multicore result shows Intel at 39190 versus 17272, and the single-core result shows 5532 versus 2438. These are not marginal differences; they are structural performance gaps.

The AMD part does offer advantages in platform cost and efficiency, but the database does not record pricing beyond launch MSRP. The AMD launch MSRP is $140, while the Intel launch MSRP is $589. The AMD TDP is 65 watts versus 125 watts for Intel. The AMD part also has an unlocked multiplier, which allows manual overclocking, while the Intel multiplier is locked.

For workloads that rely on single-thread speed, the Intel part maintains a 26.8% lead in PassMark single-thread and a 55.9% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core. For multicore workloads, the Intel advantage grows to 55.9% in Cinebench R23 multicore. For math-intensive tasks, the Intel advantage reaches 68.3% in floating-point math and 71.2% in prime number finding.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins in every recorded category. The database records 17 head-to-head wins for Intel and zero for AMD. The Intel part is the clear choice for multicore rendering, data compression, encryption, integer math, floating-point math, physics simulations, and random string sorting.

The largest Intel advantages appear in prime number finding, where the delta is 71.2%, and floating-point math, where the delta is 68.3%. Physics also shows a 68.2% delta. These workloads benefit from the Intel part's higher core count, larger cache, and higher boost clock of 5.90 GHz.

The narrowest Intel advantage appears in single-thread PassMark, with a 26.8% delta. This indicates that the AMD Zen 3 architecture remains competitive in lightly threaded tasks, though it still trails Intel. Data encryption shows a 46.4% delta, and random string sorting shows a 50.7% delta, both closer than the multicore rendering results.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT does not win any recorded benchmark. Its strengths lie outside the recorded dataset: a 65 watt TDP, an unlocked multiplier, and a lower launch MSRP of $140. The AMD part also uses the AM4 socket, which may be relevant for users with existing AM4 platforms. The Radeon Vega 7 integrated graphics and the Intel UHD Graphics 770 are both recorded, but no graphics benchmarks are included in the database.

For users who prioritize raw performance across all measured workloads, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the only choice supported by the data. For users who prioritize platform continuity, lower power draw, or manual overclocking, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT offers those specific attributes, though the performance gap in every recorded test remains substantial.