AMD Ryzen 5 5605G vs Intel Core Ultra 7 366H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance split between the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G and the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, though the comparison is limited by the absence of direct benchmark scores for the AMD part. The database contains complete Cinebench and PassMark results for the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded benchmark entries. This asymmetry means the analysis relies on the Intel processor's measured scores and its placement within the broader CPU landscape.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H delivers strong multi-threaded results. In Cinebench R23, it scores 28,477 points in multi-core and 4,020 points in single-core. The R20 run shows 11,960 multi-core and 1,688 single-core, while R15 yields 2,870 multi-core and 405 single-core. These figures place the processor in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41,263. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, which scores 41,215 (a 0.1% delta), and the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, which scores 41,376 (a -0.3% delta, meaning the 366H trails by that margin). The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 also sits close at 41,208 (0.1% delta), and the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H scores 40,967 (0.7% delta).

PassMark results for the Intel part show particular strengths in specific workloads. The multi-thread score is 33,429, while single-thread is 4,043. Data compression reaches 327,455, and data encryption hits 25,845. Extended instructions score 26,901, floating point math reaches 103,615, and integer math comes to 83,695. Physics simulation scores 2,880, random string sorting scores 39,814, and the prime number finding test returns 326.

Because the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no recorded benchmarks in the database, there are no head-to-head wins for either processor. The wins count stands at zero for both sides. The comparison must therefore focus on what the Intel part's scores indicate and how the AMD part's specifications would theoretically position it, though no measured data supports any direct claim of superiority for the AMD processor.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear choice for users who require measured performance: the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H is the only processor in this comparison with verified benchmark results. Its 87th percentile ranking and average score of 41,263 place it well above the median CPU in the database. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G, by contrast, sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of zero, indicating no recorded measurements.

Users who need a mobile processor with substantial multi-threaded capability should select the Intel part based on its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28,477 and PassMark multi-thread score of 33,429. Those who require a desktop processor with a lower core count and older architecture may consider the AMD part, but the database provides no evidence of its performance level. The Intel processor also offers a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz compared to 4.40 GHz for the AMD part, and it supports newer memory standards.

The verdict from the recorded data is unambiguous: the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H is the only option with measurable performance, and its scores indicate a high-tier processor. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G remains an unverified entry with no benchmark presence.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, part of the 5000 series. It uses a 7 nm process node manufactured by TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H uses the Panther Lake architecture with the same codename, part of the Core Ultra Series 3. It uses a 3 nm process node manufactured by Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

Core organization differs substantially. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading. The Intel part has 16 cores and 16 threads, meaning no hyperthreading on any core. Cache hierarchies diverge as well. The AMD processor provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel processor provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The AMD part uses DDR4 memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel part uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. PCIe connectivity also differs: the AMD processor offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor offers Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics present another distinction. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G uses Radeon Vega 7 graphics, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. Neither processor supports ECC memory. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel processor uses Intel BGA 2540.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field. Core count: 6 for AMD versus 16 for Intel. Thread count: 12 for AMD versus 16 for Intel. Base clock: 3.90 GHz for AMD versus 2.00 GHz for Intel. Boost clock: 4.40 GHz for AMD versus 4.80 GHz for Intel. TDP: 65 watts for AMD versus 25 watts for Intel.

Socket type: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel BGA 2540. Process node: 7 nm (TSMC) versus 3 nm (Intel). Cache: L1 64 KB per core versus 192 KB per core, L2 512 KB per core versus 2.5 MB per core, L3 16 MB versus 18 MB shared. Memory support: DDR4 versus DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s versus 115.2 GB/s. PCIe: Gen 3, 16 lanes versus Gen 5, 12 lanes. Integrated graphics: Radeon Vega 7 versus Intel Xe3 Graphics. Market segment: Desktop versus Mobile. Release date: 2025-02-23 versus 2026-01-04. Multiplier: unlocked versus locked. Part number: 100-000001801 versus SA4R9Q9EL.

The Intel processor has a higher transistor count per core (though total transistor count is unrecorded), a smaller process node, and a newer release date. The AMD processor has a higher base clock, a higher TDP, and a desktop form factor. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has 16 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has 6 cores. The Intel part also has 16 threads, while the AMD part has 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H boosts to 4.80 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G boosts to 4.40 GHz. The AMD part has a higher base clock at 3.90 GHz versus 2.00 GHz for the Intel part.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G supports DDR4 with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s.

Q: How does the Intel processor rank among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H sits in the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 41,263. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, scores 41,376, a -0.3% delta.

Q: Does the AMD processor have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists zero benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G, and its average benchmark score is zero. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

Q: What is the process node difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G uses a 7 nm process node from TSMC, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H uses a 3 nm process node from Intel. The Intel part also has a smaller die, though its die size is unrecorded, while the AMD part measures 180 mm².

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H wins in every measured category because it is the only processor with benchmark data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 28,477 and single-core score of 4,020 demonstrate strength in both threaded and single-threaded workloads. PassMark results reinforce this: multi-thread at 33,429 and single-thread at 4,043. The processor's 87th percentile ranking confirms its high placement among all CPUs.

Specific workloads where the Intel part excels include data compression (327,455), floating point math (103,615), integer math (83,695), and extended instructions (26,901). Its physics score of 2,880 and random string sorting score of 39,814 round out a comprehensive profile. For users running rendering tasks, scientific simulations, or data processing, the recorded scores indicate a capable processor.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605G has no measured wins in the database. Its specifications suggest potential strengths: a higher base clock of 3.90 GHz, an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, and a desktop socket (AM4) that allows for system upgrades. Its 6 cores and 12 threads provide multithreading capability, and its 16 MB of L3 cache is substantial for a desktop part. However, without benchmark scores, the database cannot confirm any performance advantage. The Intel part's higher boost clock, newer process node, faster memory support, and larger cache hierarchy all point to superior measured performance based on the available data.

For users who prioritize verified performance, the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H is the clear choice from the data. For users who require a desktop processor with an unlocked multiplier and older memory compatibility, the AMD Ryzen 5 5605G offers those specifications, but its performance remains unquantified in the database.