AMD Ryzen 5 7520C vs Intel Core i5-10200H Comparison

The Intel Core i5-10200H and AMD Ryzen 5 7520C are both 4-core, 8-thread mobile processors, yet benchmark results show a consistent performance gap. Across every single benchmark in the comparison data, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C emerges as the winner, though the margins are modest. The data indicates a clear, but not overwhelming, performance advantage for the AMD part in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads, with the Intel chip trailing by roughly 7.6% to 7.7% in each test.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison is straightforward: the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C wins all six head-to-head tests. The largest delta appears in Cinebench R15, where the AMD part scores 741 versus the Intel’s 684 in the multicore test, a difference of -7.7%. The single-core R15 test shows a similar pattern, with the AMD scoring 104 against Intel’s 96, also a -7.7% delta. This consistency suggests the performance gap is not workload-specific but rather a general characteristic of the two designs.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C scores 3089 in the multicore test, while the Intel Core i5-10200H manages 2853. That is a -7.6% delta in favor of AMD. The single-core R20 result follows the same trajectory: AMD scores 435, Intel scores 402, again a -7.6% difference. The margins are nearly identical across these tests, which points to a uniform clock-for-clock and IPC advantage for the Zen 2 architecture in the AMD chip, rather than any test-specific optimization.

In the most demanding workload, Cinebench R23, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C scores 7355 multicore, versus 6795 for the Intel Core i5-10200H. This represents a -7.6% delta. The single-core R23 test shows AMD at 1038 and Intel at 959, a -7.6% gap. Notably, the Intel chip does have a Geekbench multicore score of 4096 and a single-core score of 1347, but no corresponding Geekbench score is provided for the AMD part in the head-to-head data, so a direct comparison on that test cannot be made from this dataset.

The average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C is 2127, placing it in the 46th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core i5-10200H has an average benchmark score of 2154, placing it in the 47th percentile. This is an interesting inversion: the Intel chip has a slightly higher average score and percentile, despite losing every head-to-head test. The explanation lies in the fact that the Intel chip was tested in Geekbench, while the AMD part was not, and the Intel’s Geekbench scores are relatively strong, pulling its average up. The head-to-head data, which only includes Cinebench tests, is unambiguous: AMD wins every time.

The Verdict

From the data, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C is the superior performer in the tested benchmarks. It wins all six Cinebench comparisons, with margins ranging from -7.6% to -7.7%. This is not a close contest; it is a consistent, repeatable advantage across both single-core and multi-core workloads. Users who prioritize raw CPU performance in rendering or CPU-bound tasks should select the AMD part based on this dataset.

However, the Intel Core i5-10200H is not without merit. Its average benchmark score of 2154 is higher than the AMD’s 2127, and it sits one percentile higher (47th vs 46th). This is driven by its Geekbench scores, which are not available for the AMD part. If Geekbench performance is a critical metric for a specific application, the Intel chip may be the safer choice, even though it loses the Cinebench tests. The data does not show a scenario where the Intel wins a head-to-head test, so the verdict leans clearly toward AMD for the tested workloads.

The decision ultimately hinges on which benchmarks are most relevant. For Cinebench-based workloads, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C is the clear winner. For a broader average across mixed tests, the Intel part edges ahead, but only because of a benchmark that was not run on the AMD chip. The data suggests that buyers who need consistent performance in multi-threaded rendering should go with AMD, while those who value a higher average score across a wider test suite might lean Intel, though that conclusion is based on incomplete comparative data.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 7520C wins in every benchmark where both processors were tested. This includes all three versions of Cinebench (R15, R20, R23) in both single-core and multi-core modes. The performance advantage is consistent, with deltas of -7.6% or -7.7% in each case. This makes the AMD part the better choice for applications that rely on Cinebench-style rendering workloads, such as 3D modeling and animation, where both single-threaded and multi-threaded performance are critical.

The Intel Core i5-10200H does not win any of the six head-to-head tests. Its only statistical advantage comes from the average benchmark score, which includes a Geekbench result that was not captured for the AMD processor. That Geekbench score of 4096 (multicore) and 1347 (single-core) is the sole reason the Intel chip has a higher average. Therefore, the Intel part “wins” only in the sense that its overall average score is higher, but this is not a direct comparison. The data does not support any use-case where the Intel chip outperforms the AMD chip in a shared test.

For users who run a mix of applications, the higher average score of the Intel chip might translate to better performance in Geekbench-based tasks, such as certain system benchmarks or productivity suites. However, in any workload that mirrors Cinebench, the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C is the stronger choice. The data shows a clear split: AMD wins the rendering benchmarks, Intel has a higher average due to an untested Geekbench score, but no direct win.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7520C wins all six head-to-head tests, including Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 in both single-core and multi-core modes. The Intel Core i5-10200H wins zero head-to-head tests.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two chips?

A: The largest deltas are -7.7%, seen in Cinebench R15 multicore (684 vs 741) and R15 single-core (96 vs 104). All other Cinebench tests show a -7.6% delta.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-10200H have any benchmark advantage?

A: Yes, the Intel chip has a higher average benchmark score of 2154, compared to 2127 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C. It also sits in the 47th percentile of all CPUs, versus the 46th percentile for the AMD part.

Q: Why is the Intel average score higher if it loses every head-to-head test?

A: The average score includes a Geekbench result for the Intel chip (multicore 4096, single-core 1347), but no Geekbench score is listed for the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C. This untested benchmark inflates the Intel average.

Q: Are the benchmark deltas consistent across all tests?

A: Yes, the deltas are remarkably consistent, ranging from -7.6% to -7.7% in all six Cinebench tests. This suggests a uniform performance difference rather than workload-specific variations.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core i5-10200H has a percentile of 47, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C has a percentile of 46. This is a one-percentile difference in favor of Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Core i5-10200H uses the Comet Lake architecture, specifically Comet Lake-H, manufactured on a 14 nm process by Intel. The AMD Ryzen 5 7520C uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Mendocino, manufactured on a 6 nm process by TSMC. This process node difference is significant: the AMD chip uses a much smaller transistor node, which typically allows for higher efficiency and lower power consumption.

Cache configurations also differ. Both chips have 64 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache differs: the Intel has 256 KB per core, while the AMD has 512 KB per core, double the amount. The L3 cache is larger on the Intel chip at 6 MB shared, versus 4 MB shared on the AMD. The AMD chip also has a die size of 100 mm², while the Intel die size is not specified in the data.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Intel Core i5-10200H includes UHD Graphics, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C includes Radeon 610M. Memory support is another differentiator: the Intel chip supports DDR3 and DDR4 memory, while the AMD chip supports LPDDR5. This suggests the AMD part is designed for more modern, power-efficient memory, which aligns with its lower TDP and newer process node.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are identical: both have 4 cores and 8 threads. However, the clock speeds differ. The Intel Core i5-10200H has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The AMD Ryzen 5 7520C has a higher base clock of 2.80 GHz and a higher boost clock of 4.30 GHz. This explains the AMD’s performance advantage in the benchmarks.

The TDP is a major difference. The Intel chip has a TDP of 45 W, while the AMD chip has a TDP of 15 W. This is a threefold difference, indicating the AMD part is far more power-efficient, which is typical for a 6 nm part versus a 14 nm part. The socket types also differ: the Intel uses Intel BGA 1440, while the AMD uses AMD Socket FT6.

Memory bandwidth is another clear difference. The Intel Core i5-10200H has a memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7520C has a memory bandwidth of 88.0 GB/s, nearly double. Both support dual-channel memory. The PCIe support is Gen 3 for both, but the AMD specifies “Gen 3, 4 Lanes (CPU only),” while the Intel simply lists “Gen 3.” The release dates also differ, with the Intel released on 2020-09-16 and the AMD released on 2023-05-22, nearly three years later. Neither processor has a launch MSRP listed, and both have locked multipliers. The Intel part number is SRK3X, and the AMD part number is 100-000000773.