AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE and Intel Core 5 223PE occupy different corners of the desktop processor market, and the recorded data shows a clear split in their strengths. The AMD part, built on the Zen 3 architecture, is a low-power 6-core design with a 35 W TDP, while the Intel chip is a higher-clocked 8-core processor with a 65 W TDP and a notably higher boost frequency. The benchmark results, however, are one-sided: the database contains a full suite of scores for the Intel Core 5 223PE, but no benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE. This means the analysis below focuses on the Intel processor’s measured performance and how its specifications position it against the AMD offering.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the available data, the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE holds advantages in power efficiency and platform flexibility, but it cannot claim any direct benchmark victories because no scores are recorded for it in the database. The Intel Core 5 223PE, by contrast, wins every measurable performance category, from single-threaded responsiveness to multi-threaded throughput. The Intel processor’s 8 cores and 16 threads outnumber the AMD part’s 6 cores and 12 threads, and its 5.20 GHz boost clock is substantially higher than the AMD chip’s 4.40 GHz. In workloads that scale with core count, such as Cinebench multi-core tests, the Intel part’s extra two cores and higher sustained frequency give it a decisive edge.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE wins on thermal and power characteristics, with a 35 W TDP compared to the Intel part’s 65 W TDP. This makes the AMD chip more suitable for compact builds or systems where heat dissipation is a priority, though the benchmark data does not quantify this advantage. The Intel Core 5 223PE, meanwhile, wins on raw compute, as shown by its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26455 and single-core score of 3734. For users prioritizing speed over efficiency, the Intel part is the clear choice based on the recorded numbers.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE uses the Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm process node from TSMC, with the Cezanne codename. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7, and memory support is limited to DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The chip uses AMD Socket AM4 and supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm process node from Intel. It has 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The cache configuration is notably different: 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support includes both DDR4 and DDR5, with a dual-channel bus and a much higher 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part also supports ECC memory, which the AMD chip does not. It uses Intel Socket 1700 and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, a newer standard than the AMD part’s Gen 3. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730.

The process node difference (7 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel) suggests the AMD chip may have a density advantage, but the Intel part compensates with more cores and higher clocks. The Intel processor also has a larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 512 KB) and a larger L3 cache (24 MB versus 16 MB), which can benefit cache-sensitive workloads. The Intel part’s support for DDR5 memory gives it access to higher bandwidth, though the measured scores do not isolate this effect.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark array in the database is empty, meaning no direct comparisons were recorded between the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE and the Intel Core 5 223PE. However, the Intel Core 5 223PE has a full set of benchmark scores, and its percentile rank of 87 against all CPUs indicates strong overall performance. The AMD part has a percentile rank of 50, which suggests it sits at the median of all processors in the database, but this is not a direct comparison.

The Intel Core 5 223PE’s Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26455 is a standout figure, indicating strong throughput in rendering and multi-threaded tasks. Its single-core score of 3734 in the same test shows excellent per-thread performance, driven by the 5.20 GHz boost clock. In Cinebench R20, the Intel part scores 11111 multi-core and 1568 single-core. In the older Cinebench R15, it records 2666 multi-core and 376 single-core.

PassMark results for the Intel part cover a range of workloads. The multi-thread score is 31124, while the single-thread score is 4219. Integer math scores 99819, floating-point math scores 76468, and extended instructions score 24672. Data compression scores 346623, data encryption scores 18448, and random string sorting scores 35798. Physics scores 2493, and find prime numbers scores 159. These figures paint a picture of a capable all-rounder, with particularly strong integer and floating-point performance.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Intel Core 5 223PE include the Intel Core 7 253PE with an average score of 40557 and a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Xeon 6357P with 40630 and a delta of -0.1%, the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H with 40518 and a delta of 0.2%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G with 40718 and a delta of -0.3%. The Intel Core 5 223PE’s average benchmark score is 40585, placing it within a narrow band of these competitors. The closest rival is the Intel Core 7 253PE, which is only 0.1% behind, while the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G leads by 0.3%. This indicates the Intel part is positioned in a highly competitive performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE boosts up to 5.20 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE boosts up to 4.40 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PE support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 223PE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE does not.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has a TDP of 35 W, and the Intel Core 5 223PE has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: Which memory types does the Intel Core 5 223PE support?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE supports only DDR4.

Q: How does the Intel Core 5 223PE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has an average benchmark score of 40585. Its nearest rival, the Intel Core 7 253PE, scores 40557, a 0.1% difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435G leads by 0.3% with a score of 40718.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, while the Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename. The AMD part is built on a 7 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel part uses a 10 nm process from Intel. Core counts are 6 versus 8, and thread counts are 12 versus 16. Base clocks are 3.40 GHz for AMD and 2.90 GHz for Intel, but boost clocks are 4.40 GHz versus 5.20 GHz, favoring Intel.

Cache sizes differ significantly: the AMD part has 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3, while the Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. Memory support is DDR4 only for AMD, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is not supported on AMD but is supported on Intel. PCIe versions differ: Gen 3 with 16 lanes for AMD, Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. The sockets are AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel Socket 1700. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7 for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $232, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The Intel processor’s multiplier is locked, while the AMD processor’s multiplier is unlocked. The Intel part has a higher percentile rank of 87 versus 50 for AMD, and the Intel part has a recorded average benchmark score of 40585, while the AMD part has a score of 0.