AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE vs Intel Core Ultra 7 356H Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE and the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has 16 cores and 16 threads. The Intel part offers more physical cores, but the AMD part provides simultaneous multithreading, which the Intel chip does not support.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE's boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The AMD chip has a higher base clock at 3.40 GHz compared to Intel's 1.90 GHz base clock.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE is built on a 7 nm process at TSMC, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H uses a 3 nm process at Intel. The Intel chip uses a more advanced manufacturing node.

Q: What type of memory does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, and how does it rank among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has an average benchmark score of 41215 and sits in the 87th percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, has a nearly identical average score of 41208, a difference of 0 percent.

Q: Are either of these processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it can be overclocked. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has a locked multiplier and cannot be overclocked.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent fundamentally different design approaches. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE belongs to the 5000 series and uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename. It is a desktop part that fits into AMD Socket AM4. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H uses the Panther Lake architecture and is a mobile processor that mounts onto Intel BGA 2540.

The manufacturing process differs considerably. AMD uses a 7 nm node from TSMC, while Intel uses a 3 nm node from its own fabs. The transistor count for the AMD chip is listed as 10,700 million, with a die size of 180 mm². No transistor count or die size data is recorded for the Intel part.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The AMD processor provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. The Intel processor provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and an 18 MB shared L3 cache. The larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations on the Intel chip reflect its newer architecture and higher core count.

Memory support separates the two clearly. AMD pairs with DDR4 memory, while Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. The Intel part delivers 115.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth versus 51.2 GB/s for AMD, a substantial advantage for memory-intensive workloads. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

PCIe capabilities also differ. The AMD processor uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor uses PCIe Gen 5 with 12 lanes from the CPU. The newer PCIe standard on the Intel side provides higher bandwidth per lane for connected devices.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD includes Radeon Vega 7 graphics, while Intel includes Intel Xe3 Graphics. The Intel part is a mobile processor with a market segment of Mobile, while the AMD part is a Desktop processor. Both are listed as Active in production status.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has an unlocked multiplier, allowing overclocking, whereas the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is locked. The AMD chip was released on February 23, 2025, while the Intel chip was released on January 4, 2026. Neither processor has a recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The benchmark data strongly favors the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H. The Intel processor holds an average benchmark score of 41215 and ranks in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database and no percentile ranking, making a direct numeric comparison impossible from the recorded data.

The Intel part also has a clear specification advantage in core count. With 16 cores versus 6 cores, the Intel processor offers more than double the physical cores. Even though the AMD chip has 12 threads versus 16 threads, the Intel part still leads in total thread count.

The Intel processor uses a 3 nm process, supports newer memory standards, delivers more than double the memory bandwidth, and uses PCIe Gen 5. These architectural advantages align with its higher benchmark percentile. The AMD processor does offer a higher base clock of 3.40 GHz, an unlocked multiplier, and a desktop socket that allows for user-built systems.

For users who prioritize raw multi-threaded performance, the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is the clear choice based on the data. For users who need an overclockable desktop processor with a 35 W TDP and AM4 compatibility, the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE serves that specific role. The Intel part consumes 25 W TDP, which is lower than the AMD part's 35 W TDP, despite delivering far higher performance.

The data shows that the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H belongs to a different performance class. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440, the Intel Core Ultra 7 366H, the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, and the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H. All of these rivals have average scores within a narrow range around 41000, confirming that the Intel part competes at a high level.

Specification Differences

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has 16 cores and 16 threads.

Clock speeds differ in both directions. The AMD chip has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The Intel chip has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz.

Thermal design power differs, with AMD at 35 W and Intel at 25 W. The socket types are entirely different: AMD uses AMD Socket AM4, while Intel uses Intel BGA 2540.

Architecture and codename differ. AMD uses Zen 3 with the Cezanne codename. Intel uses Panther Lake with the Panther Lake codename. The process nodes are 7 nm for AMD and 3 nm for Intel. The foundries are TSMC for AMD and Intel for the Intel part.

Transistor count and die size are recorded only for AMD: 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. No equivalent data exists for Intel in the database.

Cache configurations differ per core and in total. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3. Intel provides 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3.

Memory support differs by generation. AMD supports DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and 115.2 GB/s bandwidth. Neither supports ECC memory.

PCIe versions and lane counts differ. AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Intel uses Gen 5 with 12 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ: Radeon Vega 7 for AMD, Intel Xe3 Graphics for Intel. The market segments differ: Desktop for AMD, Mobile for Intel. The multiplier is unlocked for AMD and locked for Intel.

Release dates differ by about 11 months. The AMD part was released on February 23, 2025, and the Intel part was released on January 4, 2026. Both are Active in production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark scores only for the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H. The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no recorded benchmark entries, and the head-to-head benchmark array is empty. No direct comparison scores exist, so the analysis relies on the Intel part's recorded results and its position relative to other processors.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H delivers strong multi-threaded results in Cinebench tests. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 3055. In Cinebench R20 multicore, it scores 12153. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 18395. Single-core results are also recorded: 303 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 1715 in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 2040 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

PassMark results cover a range of workload types. The multithread score is 33978, and the single-thread score is 4072. Data compression scores 336177, while data encryption scores 26345. Extended instructions score 27898, and integer math scores 83111. Floating-point math scores 103128. Prime number finding scores 327, physics scores 2895, and random string sorting scores 40990.

The average benchmark score of 41215 places the Intel part in the 87th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals show how tightly grouped the competition is at this level. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 has an average score of 41208, a difference of 0 percent. The Intel Core Ultra 7 366H has an average score of 41263, which is 0.1 percent higher than the 356H. The AMD Ryzen 9 5900X has an average score of 41376, 0.4 percent higher. The Intel Core Ultra X7 358H has an average score of 40967, which is 0.6 percent lower.

These small percentage differences indicate that the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H sits at the center of a cluster of similarly performing processors. The 0 percent delta against the AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 440 means the two are effectively matched in average score. The 0.6 percent gap to the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H is the largest recorded difference among its nearest rivals, and it favors the 356H.

Because the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE has no benchmark scores, the database cannot produce a head-to-head comparison. The Intel part's recorded performance, however, places it in a tier that the AMD processor, with its 6 cores and older architecture, would be unlikely to reach based on the available specification data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H wins in multi-threaded workloads. Its 16 cores and 16 threads, combined with a 3 nm process and DDR5 memory support, position it for tasks that scale across many cores. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18395 and the PassMark multithread score of 33978 confirm strong parallel performance. The memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s also supports data-heavy operations.

The Intel part wins in single-threaded performance as well. Its boost clock of 4.70 GHz is the highest among the two processors. The recorded single-thread PassMark score of 4072 and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2040 reflect that clock advantage. Applications that depend on per-core speed, such as many games and lightly threaded productivity tools, would favor the Intel chip.

The Intel part also wins in platform modernity. It supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, uses PCIe Gen 5, and is built on a 3 nm node. Its 25 W TDP is lower than the AMD part's 35 W TDP, which matters for mobile and compact systems.

The AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE wins in specific configuration scenarios. It has a higher base clock of 3.40 GHz, which can benefit sustained workloads that do not boost. Its unlocked multiplier allows overclocking, so users can push the chip beyond stock settings. It uses AMD Socket AM4, which is a widely supported desktop platform. Its desktop market segment means it can be installed in user-built systems with replaceable CPUs.

The AMD chip also uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, which provides more CPU-attached lanes than the Intel part's 12 lanes. For users who need multiple PCIe devices connected directly to the processor, the AMD part offers more lanes, albeit on an older standard.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H targets mobile platforms with its BGA 2540 socket. It is not a user-upgradeable part, but its lower TDP and high performance make it suited for laptops and compact devices. The AMD chip targets desktop builds where overclocking and socket compatibility are priorities.

The data shows that the Intel processor is the higher-performing part in nearly every measurable category. The AMD processor's advantages are limited to base clock, overclocking capability, and desktop socket compatibility. For users who need maximum performance, the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is the processor the benchmark data supports. For users who need an overclockable AM4 desktop chip, the AMD Ryzen 5 5605GE is the only option among the two.