AMD Ryzen 5 5625U vs Intel Core i3-13100TE Comparison

The Intel Core i3-13100TE and AMD Ryzen 5 5625U are statistically inseparable in aggregate performance, with the Intel part holding an average benchmark score of 3111 against the AMD’s 3096, a delta of just 0.5%. Both sit at the 52nd percentile of all CPUs, and each appears in the other’s nearest rivals list with near-identical deltas. Yet the head-to-head benchmark data reveals a sharp split: the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U dominates the older Cinebench R15 tests by massive margins, while the Intel Core i3-13100TE takes the newer R23 tests and Geekbench single-core. This is not a story of one chip being faster overall, but of two very different architectures winning in different workload generations.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most dramatic result in the comparison is Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U scores 1447 against the Intel Core i3-13100TE’s 1013. That is a 30% deficit for Intel, and it aligns with the core-count difference: AMD fields 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel has 4 cores and 8 threads. The single-core R15 result is even more lopsided in percentage terms, with AMD at 223 and Intel at 142, a 36.3% gap. These are enormous deltas, and they suggest that in legacy single-threaded workloads, the Zen 3 architecture has a decisive edge. The Intel part simply cannot keep up in this benchmark generation, regardless of its higher boost clock of 4.10 GHz against AMD’s 4.30 GHz.

The picture flips completely in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel Core i3-13100TE scores 10054 versus the AMD’s 8290, giving Intel a 21.3% win. This is a remarkable reversal: the 4-core Intel chip beats the 6-core AMD part by over 1,700 points in a heavily multithreaded render. The R23 single-core result also favors Intel, but narrowly, with 1419 against 1379, a 2.9% margin. So while AMD wins R15 by 30-36%, Intel wins R23 by 21.3% and a small single-core edge. The Geekbench tests split differently again: multi-core is essentially a tie, with AMD at 5718 and Intel at 5703, a 0.3% difference that favors AMD. Single-core Geekbench goes to Intel decisively, 1739 versus 1521, a 14.3% advantage. That is a strong result for Intel in a modern cross-platform benchmark, showing that its Raptor Lake cores have a clear per-thread performance lead in at least one major test suite.

Looking at the broader picture, the benchmark wins are even at 3-3. The AMD takes R15 multi, R15 single, and Geekbench multi (barely). The Intel takes R23 multi, R23 single, and Geekbench single (decisively). The average scores are within 0.5% of each other, confirming that neither chip has an overall performance crown. The Intel’s wins are more concentrated in newer tests and single-threaded Geekbench, while AMD’s wins are concentrated in the older R15 tests and a hair-thin multi-core Geekbench margin.

Architecture Differences

The core counts are the most obvious architectural divergence: the Intel Core i3-13100TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has 6 cores and 12 threads. This explains the R15 multi-core blowout, as AMD has 50% more physical cores. However, the Intel part compensates with a larger L3 cache per core: 12 MB shared across 4 cores, versus 16 MB shared across 6 cores for AMD. That works out to 3 MB per core for Intel and roughly 2.67 MB per core for AMD, though the Intel cache is shared, not per-core. The L1 and L2 caches also differ: Intel has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core, while AMD has 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core. Intel’s larger per-core L1 and L2 caches likely contribute to its Geekbench single-core win.

The process nodes are from different foundries and generations. Intel uses a 10 nm process at its own foundry, with a die size of 163 mm². AMD uses TSMC’s 7 nm process, with a die size of 180 mm² and 10,700 million transistors. The smaller Intel die packs less silicon, but the architectural efficiency appears competitive. The AMD part is built on the Zen 3 architecture, codenamed Barcelo, while Intel is on Raptor Lake, specifically Raptor Lake-S. The AMD chip is from the 5000 series, while Intel is from the 13th Gen Core series.

Memory support differs substantially. The Intel Core i3-13100TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports only DDR4. Both are dual-channel, but AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while Intel does not specify a bandwidth figure. Both support ECC memory, which is notable for low-end workstation use. PCIe support also diverges: Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while AMD offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). That is a major generational gap, with Intel providing twice the PCIe bandwidth per lane. The integrated graphics are also different: Intel has UHD Graphics 730, while AMD has Radeon Vega 7. The market segments differ as well — Intel is listed as Desktop, while AMD is Mobile, which is reflected in the TDP figures: Intel at 35 W and AMD at 15 W. The sockets are entirely different: Intel Socket 1700 versus AMD Socket FP6.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i3-13100TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does the Intel chip ever beat the AMD chip in multithreaded workloads?

A: Yes, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core i3-13100TE scores 10054 against the AMD’s 8290, a 21.3% advantage. This is despite the AMD having more cores.

Q: How do the single-core performances compare?

A: It depends on the benchmark. In Geekbench single-core, Intel wins 1739 to 1521, a 14.3% margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel wins narrowly, 1419 to 1379, a 2.9% margin. But in Cinebench R15 single-core, AMD wins massively, 223 to 142, a 36.3% margin.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100TE has a TDP of 35 W, while the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U has a TDP of 15 W. The AMD is designed for mobile use, while the Intel is a desktop part.

Q: Which CPU supports newer memory and PCIe standards?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, plus PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U supports only DDR4 memory and PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

Q: Are both CPUs currently active in production?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i3-13100TE and the AMD Ryzen 5 5625U have an active production status, with Intel releasing on 2023-01-03 and AMD on 2022-01-05.

The Verdict

The data does not declare a single winner; it declares a workload-dependent tie. The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U is the better choice for legacy applications that rely on Cinebench R15-style performance, where it leads by 30% to 36%. It also has a 6-core, 12-thread configuration that provides higher raw thread count, and it does so at a 15 W TDP, which is less than half the Intel part’s 35 W. For mobile or power-constrained systems, the AMD is clearly the more efficient option based on the TDP figures. The AMD also holds a tiny Geekbench multi-core edge of 0.3%, but that is effectively a statistical tie.

The Intel Core i3-13100TE is the better choice for modern rendering workloads, as evidenced by its 21.3% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core. It also wins Geekbench single-core by 14.3%, which suggests superior per-thread performance in current software. The Intel part supports DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, making it more future-proof for a desktop build. However, its 4-core, 8-thread count is a limitation, and its 35 W TDP is higher. If the workload is primarily modern multi-threaded rendering or single-threaded Geekbench tasks, the Intel chip has the edge. If the workload is older single-threaded or multi-threaded tasks, or if power efficiency is paramount, the AMD chip wins.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-13100TE | AMD Ryzen 5 5625U |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket FP6 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Zen 3 |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-S | Barcelo |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Transistors | Not specified | 10,700 million |

| Die Size | 163 mm² | 180 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB (shared) | 16 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not specified | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon Vega 7 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2023-01-03 | 2022-01-05 |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 5625U wins in legacy benchmark scenarios. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1447 is 30% higher than Intel’s 1013, and its R15 single-core score of 223 is 36.3% higher. This makes it the pick for older software that is not optimized for newer instruction sets or cache hierarchies. The AMD also wins Geekbench multi-core, albeit by a negligible 0.3%, so it can claim a tie-breaker in that test. Its 15 W TDP is a major advantage for thin-and-light laptops or fanless designs, where the Intel’s 35 W TDP would require more substantial cooling. For users prioritizing battery life and portability, the AMD is the clear winner based on the TDP data alone.

The Intel Core i3-13100TE wins in modern rendering and single-threaded Geekbench workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10054 is 21.3% ahead of the AMD’s 8290, making it the stronger choice for current video encoding or 3D rendering tasks. Its Geekbench single-core score of 1739 is 14.3% ahead, which indicates faster response in everyday applications that rely on single-thread performance. The Intel also supports DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, which are newer standards than AMD’s DDR4 and PCIe Gen 3. For a desktop user building a new system with modern components, the Intel part offers a path to newer memory and storage technology. The Intel also has a larger per-core L1 and L2 cache, which likely contributes to its Geekbench single-core win. In short, the AMD wins on legacy performance and power efficiency, while the Intel wins on modern multi-threaded rendering, single-threaded Geekbench, and platform features.