AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT vs Intel Core i7-11800H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results show a clear split between the Intel Core i7-11800H and AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT, with AMD taking 16 of the 25 head-to-head tests. The most decisive Intel victories come in specific workloads. In PassMark find prime numbers, the Intel part scores 85 against 57 for AMD, a massive 49.1% advantage. This is the single largest margin in either direction across the entire test suite. Intel also wins PassMark floating point math by 6.5% (42423 vs 39817) and PassMark physics by 7.2% (938 vs 875). In 3DMark multi-threaded tests, Intel's advantage becomes pronounced: 18% ahead in 16-thread (6518 vs 5523) and 17.9% ahead in max-thread (6548 vs 5554). The 8-thread test also goes to Intel by 8.4%, and random string sorting shows an 8.5% edge for Intel (28411 vs 26188). Integer math is close, with Intel ahead by just 2.7% (71423 vs 69566).

AMD's wins are more numerous but often smaller in magnitude. The Cinebench suite is uniformly in AMD's favor: R15 multicore shows a 3.5% lead (1740 vs 1679), R15 singlecore a 3.7% edge (245 vs 236), R20 multicore 3.5% (7254 vs 6998), R20 singlecore 3.5% (1023 vs 987), R23 multicore 3.5% (17272 vs 16663), and R23 singlecore 3.5% (2438 vs 2352). The Geekbench multicore test is a perfect tie at 7986 for both processors. AMD's single-thread advantage is more substantial: Geekbench singlecore shows a 9.6% lead (1843 vs 1666), and PassMark single-thread tests show a 9.1% edge (3348 vs 3043). In 3DMark, AMD wins the 2-thread test by 2.1% and the 4-thread test by 5.2%, though the single-thread delta is just 0.5%. PassMark data encryption heavily favors AMD, with a 22.9% advantage (15873 vs 12241). Data compression goes to AMD by 7.6%, extended instructions by 10.9%, and the overall PassMark multithread score by 1.5% (20325 vs 20012).

The overall average benchmark scores reflect this split: Intel sits at 19998 while AMD reaches 20733, a difference of roughly 3.7%. Both processors occupy the 74th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7713P with a delta of -0.1% and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX at +0.4%. AMD's nearest rivals are led by the Intel Core i5-12490F at -0.3% and the Intel Xeon 6325P at -0.4%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design philosophies. Intel's Core i7-11800H uses the Tiger Lake-H architecture on a 10 nm process fabricated by Intel, while AMD's Ryzen 5 5600GT uses Zen 3 (Cezanne) on a 7 nm process from TSMC. The Intel die measures 190 mm², while the AMD die is slightly smaller at 180 mm². AMD's design packs 10,700 million transistors, a figure not recorded for the Intel part.

Core counts differ substantially. Intel provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while AMD offers 6 cores and 12 threads. This explains why Intel dominates in high-thread-count workloads like 3DMark max-thread (17.9% lead) despite AMD's architectural efficiency. The base clocks tell a different story: Intel starts at 1900 MHz, while AMD begins at 3600 MHz, a significant difference in idle-to-load transition. Both reach the same 4.60 GHz boost clock.

Cache hierarchies diverge sharply. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a 24 MB shared L3 cache. AMD uses 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. The larger Intel L3 (24 MB vs 16 MB) may contribute to its wins in data-heavy integer workloads, while AMD's smaller but more efficient cache layout supports its single-thread performance.

Memory support is identical: both use DDR4 with dual-channel configuration and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Neither supports ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs notably: Intel provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while AMD offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes. This gives Intel a potential bandwidth advantage for GPU and NVMe storage connectivity.

Integrated graphics also differentiate the pair. Intel uses UHD Graphics 750, while AMD employs Radeon Vega 7. The market segments reflect their intended use: Intel is a mobile processor, while AMD is a desktop part. This explains the TDP difference: Intel runs at 35W, AMD at 65W. Intel's socket is BGA 1787 (soldered), while AMD uses Socket AM4. AMD's multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking, while Intel's is locked. The Intel part number is SRKT3; AMD's is 100-000001488.

Where Each One Wins

Intel's Core i7-11800H is the clear choice for heavily threaded compute workloads that scale with core count. The 3DMark 16-thread and max-thread results, with leads of 18% and 17.9% respectively, show that the 8-core/16-thread configuration pays off when all threads are active. Prime number finding is an outlier win at 49.1%, suggesting the Intel architecture handles this specific integer loop pattern particularly well. Floating point math and physics scores also favor Intel, making it suitable for simulation and scientific computing tasks that rely on FPU throughput. Random string sorting (8.5% lead) points to advantages in data organization and sorting algorithms.

AMD's Ryzen 5 5600GT wins the broader set of tests, taking 16 of 25 comparisons. The Cinebench suite, which reflects real-world rendering workloads, goes entirely to AMD across both single and multi-core tests. This suggests AMD delivers better performance per thread in rendering pipelines, despite having two fewer cores. The single-thread results are consistently in AMD's favor: Geekbench singlecore (9.6% lead), PassMark single-thread (9.1%), and 3DMark single-thread (0.5%). For everyday desktop responsiveness and lightly threaded applications, the AMD part has a measurable edge.

Encryption and compression tasks show AMD's strengths in data processing. The 22.9% lead in PassMark data encryption and 7.6% lead in data compression indicate that AMD's Zen 3 architecture handles these workload patterns more efficiently. Extended instructions also favor AMD by 10.9%, which covers SIMD-style operations common in multimedia and scientific code. The overall PassMark multithread score goes to AMD by 1.5%, showing that AMD's six cores can match or beat Intel's eight cores in this aggregate metric.

For gaming and general desktop use, AMD's higher base clock (3600 MHz vs 1900 MHz) and superior single-thread performance make it the practical choice. Intel's 35W TDP suits thin-and-light laptops, while AMD's 65W TDP is better suited to desktop systems with adequate cooling.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT wins 16 of the 25 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i7-11800H wins 9. AMD's wins are concentrated in single-thread, Cinebench, and data processing tests, while Intel's wins are in heavy multi-thread and math workloads.

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

A: AMD leads in most single-thread tests. Geekbench singlecore shows a 9.6% advantage for AMD (1843 vs 1666), PassMark single-thread shows 9.1% (3348 vs 3043), and 3DMark single-thread shows 0.5% (913 vs 908). Cinebench R23 singlecore also favors AMD by 3.5% (2438 vs 2352).

Q: Which processor is better for multi-threaded rendering?

A: Despite having fewer cores, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT wins all Cinebench multi-core tests by 3.5%. Cinebench R23 multicore scores 17272 for AMD vs 16663 for Intel. However, Intel wins in 3DMark 16-thread (6518 vs 5523, 18% lead) and max-thread (6548 vs 5554, 17.9% lead).

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

A: The Intel Core i7-11800H has 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has 6 cores and 12 threads. Both have a 4.60 GHz boost clock, but Intel's base clock is 1900 MHz while AMD's is 3600 MHz.

Q: Do the processors use the same memory and PCIe standards?

A: Both use DDR4 memory with dual-channel configuration and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Neither supports ECC. They differ in PCIe: Intel provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT has an average benchmark score of 20733, while the Intel Core i7-11800H scores 19998. Both are in the 74th percentile of all CPUs in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i7-11800H | AMD Ryzen 5 5600GT |

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

| Cores | 8 | 6 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 1900 MHz | 3600 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 35W | 65W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1787 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Tiger Lake | Zen 3 |

| Codename | Tiger Lake-H | Cezanne |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 10,700 million |

| Die Size | 190 mm² | 180 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 16 MB |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 750 | Radeon Vega 7 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2021-05-10 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $395 | $140 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Part Number | SRKT3 | 100-000001488 |