AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS vs Intel Atom x7213RE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS in every direct comparison where both processors have overlapping test results. Across three benchmark workloads, the AMD part wins all three, with the Intel Atom x7213RE failing to claim a single head-to-head victory.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen 5 5600HS posts a score of 1563, while the Atom x7213RE manages 226. That is a delta of -85.5% for the Atom, meaning the AMD processor delivers roughly 5.9 times the multi-threaded rendering performance in that test. The gap widens further in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Ryzen scores 9564 versus the Atom's 2244, a -76.5% delta. In absolute terms, the AMD chip is about 4.3 times faster in this longer, more demanding workload.

Single-core performance tells a similar story, though the margin is slightly different. The Cinebench R23 single-core result shows the Ryzen 5 5600HS at 1367 and the Atom x7213RE at 316, a -76.9% delta. That puts the AMD part at roughly 4.3 times the single-thread score of the Intel chip. These three results are the only overlapping benchmarks in the database, so the head-to-head comparison is limited but unambiguous: the Ryzen 5 5600HS dominates across the board.

Looking at broader averages, the Atom x7213RE carries an average benchmark score of 3520 across its full test suite, which includes PassMark tests for integer math, floating point math, encryption, compression, and prime number finding. The Ryzen 5 5600HS has an average benchmark score of 3447 across its recorded tests, which include Cinebench R15, R23, and Geekbench. Interestingly, the Atom's average is slightly higher than the Ryzen's average, but this reflects the different test sets involved. The Atom's PassMark suite includes many lightweight tasks where its modest single-thread score of 1601 still contributes to a decent average, whereas the Ryzen's average is driven by heavier Cinebench and Geekbench loads. The direct head-to-head results are the more reliable indicator, and they show no contest.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 5 5600HS wins every workload category represented in the overlapping benchmark data. In multi-core rendering, its Cinebench R15 score of 1563 and R23 score of 9564 show it is built for sustained throughput. The Atom x7213RE, with its Cinebench R15 score of 226 and R23 score of 2244, trails by margins that point to a fundamental gap in parallel execution capability. The Ryzen's 12 threads versus the Atom's 2 threads allow it to divide work far more effectively, and the benchmark scores reflect that.

Single-core performance also favors the Ryzen, as its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1367 versus the Atom's 316 indicates. This matters for everyday responsiveness, lightly threaded applications, and tasks that cannot use many cores. The Ryzen is not just faster in parallel workloads; it is also faster when only one core is active.

Where does the Atom x7213RE have any footing? The database shows no benchmark wins for the Intel part in the head-to-head comparisons. However, its own benchmark suite reveals strengths in specific niche areas relative to its own profile. Its PassMark data compression score is 27860, its floating point math score is 4885, and its integer math score is 7058. These are not compared directly to the Ryzen, but they indicate that the Atom can handle basic productivity and light computational tasks. The Ryzen's Geekbench multi-core score of 6395 and single-core score of 1569, along with its Cinebench results, place it in a different performance tier entirely. For any user choosing between these two for real work, the Ryzen is the clear winner in every measured category.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing approaches. The Intel Atom x7213RE uses the Amston Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry. It features 2 cores and 2 threads, with a base clock of 2.00 GHz and a boost clock of 3.40 GHz. Its thermal design power is 9 watts, reflecting an ultra-low-power design aimed at efficiency over performance. The cache layout includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. Memory support covers DDR4 and DDR5 with a single-channel memory bus, yielding 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 16EU, and the PCIe interface is Gen 3 with 9 lanes from the CPU.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS uses the Zen 3 architecture, specifically the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. Its TDP is 35 watts, which is nearly four times that of the Atom but still within mobile territory. The cache hierarchy is different: 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen supports only DDR4 memory, but through a dual-channel bus it achieves 68.3 GB/s of bandwidth, nearly double the Atom's figure. The integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7, and PCIe is Gen 3 without the lane count specified. The Ryzen also has a larger physical footprint, with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die, whereas the Atom's transistor count and die size are not listed.

These architectural differences explain the performance gap. The Ryzen's 7 nm process, higher clocks, more cores, and larger L3 cache all contribute to its superior benchmark results. The Atom's 10 nm process and 9-watt TDP are optimized for low power draw, which comes at the cost of raw compute. The memory bandwidth difference is also stark: 68.3 GB/s versus 38.4 GB/s, and the Ryzen's dual-channel bus supports more simultaneous data movement than the Atom's single-channel design.

The Verdict

The data is clear: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS is the superior processor for any task that requires compute performance. Its wins in Cinebench R15 multi-core, R23 multi-core, and R23 single-core are decisive, with deltas of -85.5%, -76.5%, and -76.9% respectively. If you need a mobile processor for rendering, compiling, or any CPU-intensive work, the Ryzen 5 5600HS is the only rational choice between these two.

The Intel Atom x7213RE is not without a purpose, but that purpose is not performance. Its 9-watt TDP and 2-core design make it suitable for low-power embedded or basic mobile use cases where battery life and heat are paramount and performance is secondary. The database shows its average benchmark score of 3520 is actually slightly above the Ryzen's 3447, but that is an artifact of different test suites, not a real indication of competitiveness. In direct comparisons, the Atom loses every time.

For a builder or buyer deciding between these two, the Ryzen 5 5600HS offers 6 cores, 12 threads, a 4.20 GHz boost clock, and 16 MB of L3 cache, all of which translate into the benchmark results above. The Atom x7213RE offers 2 cores, 2 threads, a 3.40 GHz boost clock, and 6 MB of L3 cache. The Ryzen also has a dual-channel memory bus and nearly double the memory bandwidth. The only area where the Atom might appeal is in scenarios where its 9-watt power envelope is a hard requirement, but that is a niche consideration, not a performance one.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS is significantly faster. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, it scores 1563 versus the Atom's 226, a -85.5% delta. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 9564 versus 2244, a -76.5% delta.

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

A: The Ryzen 5 5600HS wins in single-core as well. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score is 1367, while the Atom x7213RE scores 316, a -76.9% delta.

Q: What is the TDP difference between these chips?

A: The Intel Atom x7213RE has a TDP of 9 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS has a TDP of 35 watts. This makes the Atom much more power-efficient but far less performant.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. Both the Atom x7213RE and the Ryzen 5 5600HS have ECC memory support listed as false.

Q: What are the integrated graphics on each?

A: The Intel Atom x7213RE has UHD Graphics 16EU, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS has Radeon Vega 7.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Ryzen 5 5600HS has 12 threads, whereas the Atom x7213RE has 2 threads. This is a major factor in the multi-core benchmark gap.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Atom x7213RE | AMD Ryzen 5 5600HS |

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

| Cores | 2 | 6 |

| Threads | 2 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.00 GHz | 3.00 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 3.40 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| TDP | 9 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1264 | AMD Socket FP6 |

| Architecture | Amston Lake | Zen 3 |

| Codename | Amston Lake | Cezanne |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not listed | 10,700 million |

| Die Size | Not listed | 180 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 96 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (shared) | 512 KB (per core) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

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

| Memory Bandwidth | 38.4 GB/s | 68.3 GB/s |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 16EU | Radeon Vega 7 |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 9 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3 |

| Release Date | 2024-04-07 | 2021-01-11 |

| Launch MSRP | $42 | Not listed |