AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS vs Intel Core i3-13100T Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data splits these two processors into a clear rivalry: the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS dominates the older Cinebench R15 tests, while the Intel Core i3-13100T takes control of Cinebench R23. Starting with the R15 multicore test, the Ryzen 5 6600HS scores 1656 against Intel's 1092, a 34.1% advantage. The single-core R15 result is equally decisive: AMD leads 235 to 154, a 34.5% gap. These are the largest margins in the entire comparison, and they show that in legacy rendering workloads, the Ryzen 5 6600HS is simply in another class.

The picture flips dramatically when moving to Cinebench R23. The Intel Core i3-13100T posts 10840 in multicore, while the Ryzen 5 6600HS manages 9131. That is an 18.7% lead for Intel, and it represents a substantial reversal from the R15 results. The R23 single-core test is closer: Intel scores 1530 versus AMD's 1465, a 4.4% edge. So while the Ryzen 5 6600HS holds a massive lead in one generation of the Cinebench suite, the Intel part wins the more recent and demanding R23 version by a comfortable margin.

The wins are split evenly at two apiece, but the magnitudes matter. AMD's R15 victories are crushing, with delta values around negative 34%. Intel's R23 multicore win is roughly half that size in absolute percentage, at 18.7%, though it is notably the R23 scores are much larger numbers overall. The R23 single-core delta is small, just 4.4%, making it the closest contest of the four recorded benchmarks. In aggregate, the average benchmark scores place these two parts nearly level: the Core i3-13100T sits at 3198, while the Ryzen 5 6600HS trails at 3122. That difference of 76 points is less than 2.5%, which aligns with their percentile rankings of 53 and 52 respectively.

Where Each One Wins

The use-case split follows the benchmark generation divide. For users running software that relies on Cinebench R15-style workloads, the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS is the clear pick. Its multicore score of 1656 against Intel's 1092 means it finishes rendering or simulation tasks roughly a third faster. The single-core R15 lead of 235 versus 154 is even more pronounced, suggesting that older applications which are lightly threaded and dependent on single-core performance will feel snappier on the AMD chip.

Conversely, the Intel Core i3-13100T wins in modern workloads represented by Cinebench R23. The multicore score of 10840 versus 9131 indicates that current multi-threaded applications, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, will complete faster on the Intel desktop part. The R23 single-core advantage, while modest at 4.4%, still matters for daily responsiveness in web browsing, office applications, and other lightly threaded tasks that use the latest instruction sets and optimizations.

Looking at the architectural context, the Ryzen 5 6600HS is a mobile processor with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Core i3-13100T is a desktop chip with 4 cores and 8 threads. The fact that the Intel part wins R23 multicore despite having fewer cores points to higher per-core efficiency in that test. Meanwhile, the AMD part's R15 dominance suggests its 6-core arrangement scales better in that specific benchmark. The data does not show a single winner across all tests; it shows a generational split where the older test favors AMD and the newer test favors Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The Intel Core i3-13100T uses Raptor Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process with a die size of 163 mm². It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The cache layout is 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5, running on a dual-channel bus. The integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730, and the socket is Intel Socket 1700.

The AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS uses Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt, built on TSMC's 6 nm process with a die size of 208 mm². It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The cache layout is 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Memory support is limited to DDR5, also on a dual-channel bus, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The integrated graphics are Radeon 660M, and the socket is AMD Socket FP7.

Several differences stand out. The AMD part has a smaller L1 and L2 per core but a larger L3 pool, 16 MB versus 12 MB. The Intel part has a smaller die despite the older process node, which is notable given that it has fewer cores. Clock speeds favor AMD: 3.30 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost versus Intel's 2.50 GHz and 4.20 GHz. However, the Intel chip boosts to 4.20 GHz on just 4 cores, which explains its R23 single-core advantage despite the lower base clock. The process node difference, 6 nm versus 10 nm, typically implies better power efficiency for AMD, but both parts are rated at a 35 W TDP, so the thermal envelope is identical.

The PCIe support also differs: Intel offers Gen 5 with 20 lanes, while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes. For memory, Intel's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 gives it more flexibility in system configuration, whereas AMD is DDR5-only. The integrated graphics are distinct, with Intel's UHD Graphics 730 and AMD's Radeon 660M, though no benchmark data is provided for iGPU performance. The market segments differ as well: the Intel part is a desktop processor, while the AMD part is mobile, which influences the type of systems each would typically be found in.

The Verdict

The data supports a split decision based on workload and platform. For users who prioritize the latest multi-threaded performance, the Intel Core i3-13100T is the better choice. Its R23 multicore score of 10840 is 18.7% ahead of the Ryzen 5 6600HS, and its R23 single-core score is 4.4% higher. This makes it suited for modern rendering, encoding, and productivity tasks where R23-style performance is representative. The Intel part also offers the flexibility of DDR4 or DDR5 memory support, which can matter for system builders.

For users running older applications or those that align with Cinebench R15 performance, the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS is superior. Its R15 multicore lead of 34.1% and single-core lead of 34.5% are decisive. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration provides more parallel resources for legacy workloads that scale well across cores. The AMD part also has a higher base clock of 3.30 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, which can benefit lightly threaded legacy software.

The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, 3198 for Intel and 3122 for AMD, so neither part is a runaway overall winner. The percentile rankings of 53 and 52 confirm they sit at comparable levels relative to all CPUs in the database. The choice comes down to which benchmark generation matches the user's software. There is no universal recommendation; the data points to Intel for R23-era workloads and AMD for R15-era workloads.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T scores 10840, which is 18.7% higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS's 9131.

Q: How much faster is the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS in Cinebench R15 multicore?

A: The AMD part scores 1656 versus 1092 for Intel, giving it a 34.1% advantage.

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

A: The Intel Core i3-13100T has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, compared to 12 MB on the Intel Core i3-13100T.

Q: What is the TDP for both processors?

A: Both are rated at 35 W TDP.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i3-13100T supports DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS supports DDR5 only.