AMD Ryzen 5 5605G vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 315 is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark data. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no benchmark entries in the database, so all performance figures below come exclusively from Intel Core 5 315 measurements.

In Cinebench R23, the Intel Core 5 315 scores 12,981 points in multi-core and 1,832 points in single-core. The single-core result places it in a strong position relative to its nearest rivals. The Intel Core i7-9700, with an average benchmark score of 18,180, sits essentially at parity with the Core 5 315's average of 18,188. The AMD EPYC 9274F records an average score of 18,189, which is a 0% delta. The Intel Core i7-1365U and AMD Ryzen 7 5700U both trail by 0.1% with average scores of 18,177 and 18,176 respectively.

The Cinebench R20 results show a multi-core score of 5,452 and a single-core score of 769. In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 1,308 and the single-core score is 184. The gap between multi-core and single-core performance in these tests indicates the processor scales reasonably well across threads, though the Core 5 315 has only 6 threads total.

PassMark tests reveal specific strengths. The data compression score of 146,143 is the highest single recorded value among the PassMark workloads. Floating point math delivers 42,441 points, while integer math reaches 31,690. The multithread score of 15,272 confirms solid parallel performance for a 6-thread part. Single-thread performance in PassMark sits at 4,021 points.

The extended instructions score of 13,143 and random string sorting at 17,551 show particular aptitude in specific workloads. Data encryption records 11,119 points. The physics test produces 1,163 points, and the find prime numbers test yields 112 points.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G uses Zen 3 architecture on the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It contains 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 315 uses Wildcat Lake architecture on a 3 nm process at Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

The AMD processor has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 6 cores and 6 threads. The AMD base clock is 3.90 GHz with a boost of 4.40 GHz. The Intel base clock is 1.50 GHz with the same 4.40 GHz boost. The AMD's higher base clock gives it an advantage in sustained workloads, while the Intel's boost clock matches the AMD's peak.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3. The Intel Core 5 315 has 192 KB L1 total, 2.5 MB L2, and 6 MB shared L3. The AMD's larger L3 cache provides more on-die storage for frequently accessed data.

Memory support diverges completely. The AMD uses DDR4 with dual-channel access and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel access and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel's higher raw bandwidth comes despite the single-channel configuration. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ: the AMD has Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel has Gen 4 with 6 lanes. The AMD's greater lane count supports more expansion devices, but the Intel's newer PCIe generation offers higher per-lane bandwidth.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, while the Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The AMD has an unlocked multiplier, the Intel does not. The AMD uses Socket AM4, the Intel uses BGA 1516. The AMD is a desktop part, the Intel is a mobile part.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows the Intel Core 5 315 delivers competitive performance across its benchmark suite, with an average score of 18,188 and a 72nd percentile placement among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9274F, Intel Core i7-9700, Intel Core i7-1365U, and AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, all within 0.1% of its average score.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no benchmark data in the database, so no direct performance comparison is possible. Its specifications indicate a different design target: a desktop processor with 12 threads, dual-channel DDR4 memory, and a high base clock of 3.90 GHz.

For users who need a mobile processor with recorded performance data, the Intel Core 5 315 is the only option with verified measurements. Its single-channel memory and 6 threads limit multi-threaded scaling compared to a 12-thread part, but its 4.40 GHz boost clock and 3 nm process node suggest efficiency advantages.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G remains an unverified quantity in the database. Its 12 threads, larger L3 cache, and unlocked multiplier make it a theoretically stronger multi-threaded desktop choice, but no benchmark scores confirm this.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 5605G | Intel Core 5 315 |

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

| Threads | 12 | 6 |

| Base clock | 3.90 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 | 15 |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Wildcat Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 180 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB total |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2.5 MB total |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 6 MB shared |

| Memory type | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

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

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2025-02-23 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $340 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 12 threads, double the 6 threads of the Intel Core 5 315.

Q: What is the performance percentile of the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 ranks in the 72nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18,188.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G support DDR5 memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G supports DDR4 memory only, while the Intel Core 5 315 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: What are the nearest rivals to the Intel Core 5 315?

A: The nearest rivals are the AMD EPYC 9274F at 18,189 average score, the Intel Core i7-9700 at 18,180, the Intel Core i7-1365U at 18,177, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5700U at 18,176. All are within 0.1% of the Intel Core 5 315's average score.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has a base clock of 3.90 GHz, significantly higher than the Intel Core 5 315's 1.50 GHz. Both processors boost to 4.40 GHz.

Q: Is the Intel Core 5 315 a desktop processor?

A: No. The Intel Core 5 315 is a mobile processor with a BGA 1516 socket, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G is a desktop processor with an AM4 socket.

Where Each One Wins

Multi-threaded desktop workloads: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 12 threads, dual-channel DDR4 memory, and a 16 MB L3 cache. These specifications position it for parallel tasks like content creation, compilation, and heavy multitasking. Its 65 TDP and unlocked multiplier allow for overclocking, a feature absent from the Intel part.

Mobile efficiency: The Intel Core 5 315 has a 15 TDP, making it suitable for battery-powered devices. Its 3 nm process node at Intel and 4.40 GHz boost clock combine efficiency with peak performance. The single-channel memory bus reduces complexity in compact designs.

Single-core performance: The Intel Core 5 315's recorded data shows a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1,832, and its PassMark single-thread score of 4,021 confirms strong single-thread capability. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded scores to match this.

Memory bandwidth: The Intel Core 5 315 delivers 59.7 GB/s bandwidth despite single-channel memory, exceeding the AMD's 51.2 GB/s from dual-channel DDR4. This favors memory-intensive workloads like data compression and encryption.

PCIe expansion: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G provides 16 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, supporting more add-in cards. The Intel Core 5 315 has 6 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, offering higher per-lane bandwidth but fewer total lanes.

Cache-heavy workloads: The AMD's 16 MB L3 and per-core L1/L2 caches provide more on-die storage for repeated access patterns. The Intel's 6 MB shared L3 and smaller total L2 may struggle with large working sets.

Data compression: The Intel Core 5 315 scores 146,143 in PassMark data compression, its strongest relative result. This indicates a specific advantage in compression and decompression tasks.

Graphics output: The AMD Radeon Vega 7 and Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) both provide integrated display output. The Intel part targets mobile platforms, while the AMD part targets desktop builds without discrete GPUs.