AMD Ryzen 5 7500F vs Intel Core i5-13400F Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark database shows a clear split: the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F wins 19 of the 25 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i5-13400F wins 6. The overall average benchmark score for the Intel part is 25292, slightly ahead of the AMD part's 24964, but the per-test breakdown tells a more nuanced story.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is the better choice for users who prioritize single-thread performance, memory bandwidth, and modern instruction throughput. It leads by 15.9% in Geekbench single-core, 7.1% in Cinebench R20 single-core, and 12.9% in Passmark extended instructions. It also wins the multithreaded Passmark test by 6.7% and the physics test by 19.6%.

The Intel Core i5-13400F remains competitive in specific workloads. It wins the 3DMark 16-thread test by 14.7% and the 3DMark max-thread test by 14.5%. Its biggest victory is Passmark floating-point math, where it leads by 28.3%. It also edges ahead in integer math by 1.1% and data compression by 1.8%.

Both processors share the same 77th percentile against all CPUs, meaning they occupy a similar performance tier in the database. However, the AMD part does so with fewer cores and threads, which points to superior per-core efficiency. For a new build, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is the more versatile performer; for users who rely on specific Intel-favored workloads, the 13400F still holds ground.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different designs. The Intel Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm process from Intel, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F uses Zen 4 architecture on a 5 nm process from TSMC.

Core counts differ significantly. The Intel part has 10 cores and 16 threads, whereas the AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite the Intel part's 4-core advantage, the AMD part wins more benchmarks, indicating that its Zen 4 cores are substantially more efficient per thread.

Cache configurations also diverge. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD part's larger L3 cache likely contributes to its strong performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

The memory support differs as well. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD part supports only DDR5. The AMD part also has a rated memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the Intel part. The AMD part supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not.

The AMD part has more PCIe lanes: 24 Gen 5 lanes from the CPU, versus 16 Gen 5 lanes for the Intel part. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The Intel part has a die size of 215 mm²; the AMD part has a die size of 71 mm². The AMD part also has an explicit transistor count of 6,570 million, while the Intel part's transistor count is not listed.

Neither processor includes integrated graphics, and both target the desktop market. The Intel part uses Socket 1700, while the AMD part uses Socket AM5. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier; the Intel part does not.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F dominates single-threaded and lightly threaded tests. In Geekbench single-core, it scores 2374 versus 1996, a 15.9% advantage. In Cinebench R20 single-core, it leads 1351 to 1255, a 7.1% margin. In Passmark single-thread, it scores 3841 versus 3634, a 5.4% edge. The 3DMark 2-thread test goes to AMD by 1.2%, and the 4-thread test goes to AMD by 4.5%.

The AMD part also wins most multithreaded workloads despite having fewer cores. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 22799 versus 22604, a narrow 0.9% margin. In Cinebench R20 multicore, it leads 9575 to 8892, a 7.1% advantage. In Geekbench multicore, it scores 12362 versus 11068, a 10.5% lead. Passmark multithread goes to AMD by 6.7% (26825 versus 25032).

The AMD part shows particular strength in specialized workloads. Passmark physics goes to AMD by 19.6% (1788 versus 1437). Passmark find prime numbers goes to AMD by 58.3% (199 versus 83). Passmark random string sorting goes to AMD by 11.4% (36191 versus 32076). Passmark data encryption goes to AMD by 5.2% (17510 versus 16608).

The Intel Core i5-13400F wins in a few notable areas. Its biggest win is Passmark floating-point math, where it scores 60539 versus 47176, a 28.3% margin. In 3DMark 16-thread, it leads 7314 to 6376, a 14.7% advantage. In 3DMark max-thread, it leads 7307 to 6379, a 14.5% margin. The 3DMark 8-thread test goes to Intel by 4.1% (5591 versus 5372). Passmark integer math goes to Intel by 1.1% (79942 versus 79108). Passmark data compression goes to Intel by 1.8% (311364 versus 305925).

The overall pattern is clear: the AMD part wins 19 tests, the Intel part wins 6. The AMD part's wins are often larger, while the Intel part's wins are concentrated in a few specific areas.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i5-13400F has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-13400F has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The AMD part also has a higher base clock at 3.70 GHz versus 2.50 GHz.

Q: Which processor wins more benchmarks overall?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F wins 19 of the 25 head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i5-13400F wins 6.

Q: What is the single biggest benchmark margin between the two?

A: The largest margin is in Passmark find prime numbers, where the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F leads by 58.3% (199 versus 83). The second largest is Passmark floating-point math, where the Intel part leads by 28.3% (60539 versus 47176).

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-13400F supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F supports DDR5 only. The AMD part also supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has 32 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i5-13400F has 20 MB of shared L3 cache.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500F is the stronger choice for general-purpose computing, single-threaded applications, and modern instruction-heavy workloads. Its wins in Geekbench single-core, Cinebench R20 single-core, and Passmark single-thread indicate better per-core performance. The 15.9% lead in Geekbench single-core is particularly meaningful for everyday responsiveness. The 12.9% lead in extended instructions suggests better support for newer software optimizations.

The AMD part also wins in physics simulation, with a 19.6% margin, and in prime number calculations, with a 58.3% margin. These wins point to strong mathematical and scientific computing capabilities. The 10.5% lead in Geekbench multicore and the 6.7% lead in Passmark multithread show that even with fewer cores, the AMD part handles many parallel workloads effectively.

The Intel Core i5-13400F is the better choice for specific floating-point-heavy tasks. Its 28.3% lead in Passmark floating-point math is the single largest Intel win in the entire comparison. It also wins in integer math by 1.1%, which covers many general arithmetic workloads. The Intel part's wins in 3DMark 16-thread and 3DMark max-thread, with margins of 14.7% and 14.5%, indicate strong performance in graphics-related parallel workloads.

For data compression, the Intel part leads by 1.8%, and for 3DMark 8-thread, it leads by 4.1%. These wins suggest the Intel part handles moderate thread counts and compression workloads well. Users who run floating-point simulations or certain graphics benchmarks may prefer the Intel part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Intel Core i5-13400F has 10 cores and 16 threads; the AMD Ryzen 5 7500F has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz; the AMD part has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Both have a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel part uses Socket 1700, while the AMD part uses Socket AM5. The Intel part is built on a 10 nm process from Intel; the AMD part uses a 5 nm process from TSMC. The Intel part has a die size of 215 mm²; the AMD part has a die size of 71 mm².

Cache configurations differ: the Intel part has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. The AMD part has 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5; the AMD part supports DDR5 only, with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The AMD part supports ECC memory; the Intel part does not.

The Intel part has 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes from the CPU; the AMD part has 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part is locked. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $196, and the AMD part has a launch MSRP of $179. Neither part includes integrated graphics.