AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data paints a decisive picture: the Intel Core 5 211E wins 15 of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS takes just 2. The margin of victory for Intel is substantial across nearly every category, with most deltas falling between roughly 32% and 58%.

In Cinebench testing, the Intel part is consistently about 39.5% ahead. The R15 multicore result shows Intel at 2055 against AMD's 1243, and the single-core test follows the same pattern at 289 versus 175. The R20 multicore score of 8563 versus 5183 and the R23 multicore result of 20389 versus 12342 both confirm the identical 39.5% gap. Single-core scores in R20 (1208 vs 731) and R23 (2878 vs 1742) repeat the same 39.5% delta. This uniformity across generation after generation of Cinebench suggests the performance difference is structural rather than workload-specific.

PassMark results widen the gap further in certain tests. Floating point math shows the largest delta: Intel scores 66402, which is 58.1% higher than AMD's 27800. Data compression delivers a 51.4% advantage for Intel (346757 vs 168692), and random string sorting lands at 48.5% (34308 vs 17669). Extended instructions show a 48% gap (21592 vs 11219), while integer math sits at 42.3% (88117 vs 50800). Data encryption comes in at 40.2% (17938 vs 10718), and the multithread result is 39.1% (23833 vs 14520).

The two AMD victories are narrow but real. In find prime numbers, AMD scores 48 against Intel's 43, an 11.6% advantage. In physics, AMD posts 821 versus 702, a 17% lead. These wins show that the Ryzen part retains competence in specific integer-heavy and physics simulation workloads, even as it trails heavily in raw throughput and floating point.

The single-thread PassMark result gives Intel a 31.6% edge (4006 vs 2740), which is the smallest delta of any Intel win. This indicates that while Intel's per-core performance is clearly superior, the gap narrows when only a single thread is active.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211E dominates in essentially every productivity and content-creation scenario. Its Cinebench sweep across R15, R20, and R23 in both single and multi-core tests means rendering, 3D modeling, and video encoding workloads will favor Intel heavily. The 58.1% lead in floating point math reinforces this, as that metric correlates with scientific computing, physics simulations, and financial modeling. Data compression and random string sorting results point to advantages in database operations, archiving, and file management tasks. The 40.2% encryption advantage suggests faster disk encryption and secure communication workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins in find prime numbers and physics. Prime number calculation is a classic integer workload that stresses branch prediction and core efficiency, and the 11.6% margin shows the Zen 3+ architecture handles this particular pattern well. The physics test, which often reflects gaming physics calculations and collision detection, gives AMD a 17% lead. For workloads that resemble these patterns, such as certain scientific integer computations or game physics engines, the AMD part holds a measurable edge.

The overall benchmark averages reinforce the split. The Intel part's average benchmark score is 37829, placing it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The AMD part averages 19364, sitting in the 73rd percentile. Those percentile positions confirm that Intel belongs in a higher performance tier entirely.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and market segments. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS is a mobile processor built on TSMC's 6 nm process, using the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename. It belongs to the 7000 series and features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clock is 3.30 GHz with a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Thermal design power is 35 watts, and it fits the AMD Socket FP7.

The Intel Core 5 211E is a desktop processor on Intel's 10 nm process, using the Bartlett Lake codename. It offers 10 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. TDP is 65 watts, and it uses Intel Socket 1700.

Cache configurations differ notably. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, a much larger 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 on the Intel part likely contributes to its single-thread advantage, allowing more working data to stay close to the core.

Memory support also diverges. AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both run dual-channel memory with identical 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. AMD does not support ECC memory; Intel does. PCIe connectivity differs as well: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The newer PCIe generation on Intel provides higher bandwidth for compatible devices.

Integrated graphics are present on both. AMD uses the Radeon 660M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The die sizes reflect their different process nodes and core counts: AMD measures 208 mm², while Intel measures 257 mm². Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The release dates place AMD earlier at August 2024, with Intel following in January 2025. Intel's launch MSRP is $221. AMD has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The data directs a clear choice based on workload priorities. For users whose tasks resemble Cinebench rendering, floating point math, data compression, or encryption, the Intel Core 5 211E is the stronger processor by margins from 31.6% to 58.1%. Its 86th percentile standing versus AMD's 73rd percentile, combined with a 37829 average benchmark score versus 19364, places it in a different performance class. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration with a 4.90 GHz boost clock and larger L2 and L3 caches supports that positioning.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS makes sense for workloads that mirror its two wins: prime number finding and physics calculations. The 17% physics advantage and 11.6% prime number advantage are the only recorded victories, but they are legitimate in those specific domains. Its 35 watt TDP also positions it as a lower-power mobile part, suited to environments where heat and battery life matter more than peak throughput.

The nearest rival data for each part provides additional context. Intel's closest competitors include the AMD Ryzen AI Embedded P132 (0.1% delta), AMD Ryzen AI 5 PRO 435 (0.2% delta), and Intel Core i9-14901E (0.2% delta). AMD's closest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V (0% delta), Intel Core i5-1345U (0.2% delta), and Intel Core i7-8700K (0.7% delta). These groupings confirm that each processor competes in its own performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core Cinebench tests?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E wins all three multi-core Cinebench tests by 39.5%. Scores are 2055 vs 1243 in R15, 8563 vs 5183 in R20, and 20389 vs 12342 in R23.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins two: passmark find prime numbers (48 vs 43, an 11.6% lead) and passmark physics (821 vs 702, a 17% lead).

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The Intel part leads by 31.6% in PassMark single-thread testing (4006 vs 2740). In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel leads by 39.5% (2878 vs 1742).

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 5 211E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both run dual-channel with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Only the Intel Core 5 211E supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS does not.

Q: How do their CPU percentiles compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E ranks in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS ranks in the 73rd percentile. Intel's average benchmark score is 37829 versus AMD's 19364.