AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE vs Intel Core Ultra 3 205 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results pairing the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE against the Intel Core Ultra 3 205. However, the Intel part carries a full suite of recorded measurements, while the AMD processor has no benchmark entries at all. This asymmetry means the comparison must rely on the Intel Core Ultra 3 205's absolute scores and its percentile standing, plus the architectural and specification differences between the two parts.

The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 19,856 and a single-core score of 2,803. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 8,339 and single-core is 1,177. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 2,001 multi-core and 282 single-core. These figures place the Intel chip at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 31,473.

The Intel part’s nearest rivals in the database are tightly clustered. The Intel Core 7 240H averages 31,483, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX averages 31,495, sitting 0.1 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225H averages 31,508, also 0.1 percent higher. The Intel Core i5-13500 averages 31,510, again 0.1 percent higher. These four rivals are effectively within noise of the Core Ultra 3 205, meaning the Intel chip trades blows with a group of processors that span mobile H-series parts and a desktop i5.

PassMark results for the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 show a single-thread score of 4,575 and a multithread score of 26,167. Integer math reaches 54,755, floating-point math reaches 75,136, and extended instructions score 22,578. Data compression hits 260,651, while data encryption reaches 18,772. Random string sorting scores 31,083, finding prime numbers scores 268, and the physics test scores 2,016.

Because the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no recorded benchmarks, the data cannot show any win for that part. The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 therefore holds all measurable performance claims in this comparison, based strictly on available database entries. The AMD processor’s percentile versus all CPUs is 50, which indicates a mid-pack standing, but without a benchmark score, that percentile cannot be tied to any specific workload result.

The Verdict

From the recorded data alone, the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 is the only processor with measurable performance. It sits at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE sits at the 50th percentile. That percentile gap is substantial, but the AMD part lacks any benchmark scores to confirm or refute the standing. The Intel chip also carries a launch MSRP of $140, which appears once in this analysis as a reference point.

The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 uses 8 cores and 8 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE uses 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has a higher base clock of 3.80 GHz versus 3.40 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz versus 4.40 GHz. The Intel chip’s TDP is 57 watts, compared to 35 watts for the AMD part. Those specifications align with the Intel chip’s higher percentile, but they do not substitute for direct benchmark comparisons.

Who should pick which, strictly from the data: the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 is the choice for anyone relying on measured benchmark performance, since it alone has recorded scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE offers a lower TDP of 35 watts and an unlocked multiplier, which the Intel chip lacks. For a user prioritizing power efficiency and overclocking flexibility, the AMD part has documented advantages in those specific areas. For raw performance as recorded in the database, the Intel part is the only option with evidence.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 wins in every benchmark category where data exists, because the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no recorded scores. The Intel chip’s Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 19,856 and single-core result of 2,803 indicate strong all-core and single-thread capability. PassMark integer math at 54,755 and floating-point math at 75,136 show solid compute throughput. Data compression at 260,651 suggests efficient handling of compression workloads, while encryption at 18,772 is a more moderate showing.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE wins on power efficiency, with a 35-watt TDP compared to the Intel chip’s 57 watts. It also offers an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, whereas the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 is locked. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM4, which may matter for users with existing AM4 platforms, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1851. The AMD processor also supports DDR4 memory, while the Intel chip supports DDR5, so the memory choice follows the platform decision.

For use-case splits, the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 suits workloads that benefit from higher core count (8 versus 6), faster clocks (3.80/4.90 GHz versus 3.40/4.40 GHz), and DDR5 memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s versus the AMD part’s 51.2 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE suits low-power builds or systems where the 35-watt TDP and unlocked multiplier are priorities, and where DDR4 memory and AM4 socket compatibility matter more than peak performance.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has a higher multi-core benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 has recorded Cinebench R23 multi-core scores of 19,856, Cinebench R20 multi-core of 8,339, and Cinebench R15 multi-core of 2,001. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no benchmark scores in the database.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has a TDP of 35 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 has a TDP of 57 watts.

Q: Do both processors support overclocking?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 does not.

Q: What memory types do the two CPUs support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE supports DDR4 memory, and the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 supports DDR5 memory. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 has an average benchmark score of 31,473. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core 7 240H at 31,483 (0 percent delta), the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX at 31,495 (-0.1 percent), the Intel Core Ultra 5 225H at 31,508 (-0.1 percent), and the Intel Core i5-13500 at 31,510 (-0.1 percent).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each CPU?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 has 8 cores and 8 threads.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE belongs to the 5000 series and uses the Zen 3 architecture under the codename Cezanne. It is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC, with 10,700 million transistors on a die size of 180 mm². The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 and uses the Arrow Lake architecture under the codename Arrow Lake-S. It is built on a 3 nm process at TSMC, with 17,800 million transistors on a die size of 243 mm².

Cache configurations differ markedly. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part has 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 15 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel chip’s larger per-core L1 and L2 caches reflect a different cache hierarchy design, while the AMD chip has 1 MB more total L3.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE uses AMD Socket AM4 and supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 uses Intel Socket 1851 and supports PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel chip’s PCIe Gen 5 support offers higher bandwidth for compatible peripherals, and the extra four lanes provide additional connectivity.

Memory bandwidth is another clear split. The AMD part’s DDR4 support yields 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel part’s DDR5 support yields 102.4 GB/s, exactly double the bandwidth. Both CPUs have dual-channel memory buses, and neither supports ECC memory.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE uses Radeon Vega 7, while the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU. The Intel part’s release date is recorded as 2025-07-31, while the AMD part’s release date is 2025-02-23. The Intel chip has a launch MSRP of $140, while the AMD chip has no recorded launch MSRP.

The production status for both processors is Active. The AMD part’s part number is 100-000001804, and the Intel part’s part number is SRVFC. The Intel chip is not multiplier-unlocked, while the AMD chip is. The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 has a higher base clock (3.80 GHz versus 3.40 GHz) and a higher boost clock (4.90 GHz versus 4.40 GHz). The AMD chip’s 12 threads versus the Intel chip’s 8 threads means the AMD part can handle more concurrent threads, but the Intel chip’s higher clocks and newer process node (3 nm versus 7 nm) give it a potential per-core advantage, as reflected in its 82nd percentile standing.