AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D vs Intel Core 7 240H Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D records an average benchmark score of 44573, while the Intel Core 7 240H records 31483. The AMD part sits at the 89th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the 82nd percentile for the Intel part.

Q: How do the two compare in single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 240H wins the single-thread test with a score of 3782 against 3494 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D, a delta of 7.6 percent in Intel's favor.

Q: Which processor shows the largest benchmark advantage in any single test?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D leads by 116.7 percent in the find prime numbers test, scoring 221 versus 102 for the Intel Core 7 240H.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 240H has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Do both processors support DDR5 memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR5. The Intel Core 7 240H also supports DDR4, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D supports DDR5 only. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is built on a 5 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core 7 240H uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D belongs to the 7000 series and uses the Raphael codename, built around the Zen 4 architecture. The Intel Core 7 240H uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-H codename, part of the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. These are fundamentally different designs targeting different market segments: the AMD chip is a Desktop processor on AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel chip is a Mobile processor on Intel BGA 1744.

The manufacturing processes differ significantly. AMD uses a 5 nm process from TSMC and lists 11,270 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. Intel uses a 10 nm process from its own foundry, with no transistor or die size figures recorded in the database.

Cache configurations reveal a major design split. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 7 240H provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and only 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD chip carries four times the L3 capacity, which is a hallmark of the X3D design philosophy focused on cache-sensitive workloads.

Memory support also differs. AMD supports DDR5 only with a recorded memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s and includes ECC memory support. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with no memory bandwidth figure recorded and no ECC support. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

The PCIe configurations differ as well. AMD offers Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while Intel offers Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon Graphics, while Intel uses Iris Xe Graphics 64EU.

Clock behavior shows a contrast. The AMD chip has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel chip has a lower base clock of 2.50 GHz but a much higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz. The TDP ratings also differ: 65 watts for AMD versus 45 watts for Intel, reflecting the desktop versus mobile positioning.

Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Release dates differ by roughly a year: the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D launched on 2025-11-11, while the Intel Core 7 240H launched on 2024-12-17.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split based on workload type. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D wins 6 of the 11 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, including multithread, physics, extended instructions, find prime numbers, random string sorting, and data encryption. The Intel Core 7 240H wins 5 comparisons, including single-thread, integer math, floating point math, and data compression.

For users prioritizing raw single-thread speed, the Intel Core 7 240H is the stronger choice based on its 7.6 percent single-thread advantage. For users who need strong multithread performance, heavy cache-sensitive workloads, or physics calculations, the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D shows the better results, particularly its 61.3 percent lead in physics and 116.7 percent lead in find prime numbers.

The average benchmark score strongly favors AMD at 44573 versus 31483, a gap that aligns with the AMD chip's 89th percentile ranking versus Intel's 82nd percentile. However, the Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz and its wins in integer and floating point math indicate it handles arithmetic-heavy work well.

The desktop versus mobile market split matters. The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D is a Desktop processor with a 65 watt TDP, while the Intel Core 7 240H is a Mobile processor with a 45 watt TDP. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5, offering more memory flexibility, while the AMD part requires DDR5 and adds ECC support.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D | Intel Core 7 240H |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 5.20 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1744 |

| Codename | Raphael | Raptor Lake-H |

| Generation | Ryzen 5 (Zen 4 Raphael) | Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) |

| Process Node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 11,270 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 71 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 96 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 64EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Launch MSRP | $269 | $502 |

| Part Number | 100-000001904 | SRQ6TQ5ML |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The biggest single-test advantage in the entire comparison belongs to the AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D in the find prime numbers test. AMD scores 221 against Intel's 102, a 116.7 percent lead. This test measures prime number generation, which tends to be sensitive to cache behavior and instruction efficiency.

The physics test shows another large AMD win. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D scores 2779 versus 1723 for the Intel Core 7 240H, a 61.3 percent difference. This result suggests the AMD chip handles physics simulation workloads substantially better.

Extended instructions favor AMD by 21.1 percent, with scores of 20455 versus 16897. Random string sorting also goes to AMD by 14.3 percent, with 32999 versus 28866. Data encryption goes to AMD by 4.2 percent, with 15797 versus 15155. The multithread test goes to AMD by 4.5 percent, with 25047 versus 23975.

The Intel Core 7 240H wins the floating point math test by a wide margin. Intel scores 58905 against AMD's 43594, a 26 percent difference. Integer math also goes to Intel by 12 percent, with 80396 versus 70774. Single-thread performance goes to Intel by 7.6 percent, with 3782 versus 3494. The data compression test is essentially a tie: Intel scores 271774 against AMD's 271649, a delta of 0 percent.

The average benchmark score gap is substantial. AMD records 44573, while Intel records 31483. The nearest rivals for the AMD chip include the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H at 44466 (0.2 percent behind) and the Intel Core i9-13950HX at 44342 (0.5 percent behind). For the Intel chip, the nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 3 205 at 31473 (0 percent difference) and the AMD Ryzen 9 5980HX at 31495 (0 percent difference).

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D wins in six benchmark categories. Its strongest categories are find prime numbers (116.7 percent lead), physics (61.3 percent lead), extended instructions (21.1 percent lead), and random string sorting (14.3 percent lead). It also wins data encryption and the multithread test. These wins cluster around cache-heavy and parallel workloads, consistent with the 96 MB shared L3 cache and the Zen 4 architecture. The 89th percentile ranking among all CPUs, combined with an average score of 44573, places it clearly above the Intel chip in overall measured performance.

The Intel Core 7 240H wins in five benchmark categories. Its strongest win is floating point math at 26 percent, followed by integer math at 12 percent and single-thread at 7.6 percent. It also wins data compression by a razor-thin margin of 0 percent. The higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz likely contributes to the single-thread advantage. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration gives it more physical cores than the 6-core AMD part, which shows in the arithmetic benchmarks.

The data suggests a workload-based split. Floating point and integer math favor Intel. Cache-sensitive, physics-driven, and multithreaded workloads favor AMD. The Intel chip's support for both DDR4 and DDR5 memory gives it flexibility for mobile system builders, while the AMD chip's ECC support and larger L3 cache give it an edge in stability-sensitive and data-heavy desktop scenarios. The AMD chip's 65 watt TDP versus Intel's 45 watt TDP reflects the desktop versus mobile power envelope difference, which buyers should consider alongside the benchmark results.