AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a clear split between the two processors. The Intel Core 5 315 wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS takes only 3. The largest Intel wins come in workloads that favor its newer architecture. In PassMark floating point math, Intel scores 42441 against AMD's 27800, a 34.5% advantage. The single-thread gap is even more pronounced: Intel records 4021 in PassMark single thread versus AMD's 2740, a 31.9% delta. PassMark physics shows a 29.4% lead for Intel (1163 vs 821), and the prime number test shows Intel at 112 versus AMD's 48, a 57.1% margin.

Cinebench results are consistent across all versions. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 12981 versus AMD's 12342, a 4.9% lead. R23 single-core shows 1832 for Intel against 1742 for AMD, also 4.9%. R20 multi-core sees Intel at 5452 versus 5183, and R15 multi-core shows 1308 against 1243. The single-core R15 result is 184 versus 175, a 4.9% edge. Every Cinebench test lands within a narrow 4.9% to 5% band, indicating a consistent architectural advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

AMD's wins are concentrated in specific mathematical operations. The PassMark integer math test shows AMD at 50800 versus Intel's 31690, a 60.3% advantage. Data compression favors AMD at 168692 against 146143, a 15.4% lead. Random string sorting is nearly even: AMD scores 17669 versus Intel's 17551, a 0.7% margin. The encryption test goes to Intel narrowly at 11119 versus 10718, a 3.6% delta, while extended instructions favor Intel at 13143 versus 11219, a 14.6% gap.

The average benchmark scores place both chips close in overall standing. AMD's average is 19364 with a 73rd percentile ranking against all CPUs, while Intel averages 18188 at the 72nd percentile. The nearest rival data for AMD includes the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at 19368 (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-1345U at 19411 (-0.2%), and the Intel Core i7-8700K at 19238 (0.7%). Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9274F at 18189 (0%), the Intel Core i7-9700 at 18180 (0%), and the Intel Core i7-1365U at 18177 (0.1%). Despite Intel's benchmark wins, the aggregate scores are close enough that both chips land within the same performance tier.

FAQ

Q: Which chip wins more benchmarks?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head tests. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS wins 3 tests.

Q: How large is the single-thread performance difference?

A: In PassMark single thread, Intel scores 4021 versus AMD's 2740, a 31.9% delta. Cinebench R23 single-core shows a smaller gap: Intel at 1832 versus AMD at 1742, a 4.9% lead.

Q: Where does AMD beat Intel?

A: AMD wins PassMark integer math by 60.3% (50800 vs 31690), data compression by 15.4% (168692 vs 146143), and random string sorting by 0.7% (17669 vs 17551).

Q: What is the multi-threaded Cinebench score comparison?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 12981 versus AMD's 12342, a 4.9% delta. R20 multi-core shows 5452 for Intel against 5183 for AMD, also 4.9%.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare?

A: AMD's average benchmark score is 19364, while Intel's is 18188. AMD sits at the 73rd percentile of all CPUs, Intel at the 72nd.

Q: Which chip has the higher boost clock?

A: Both processors list a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. The base clocks differ: AMD runs at 3.30 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture with the Rembrandt-R codename, built on a 6 nm process at TSMC. It packs 6 cores and 12 threads, with a 35 W TDP. The Intel Core 5 315 uses the Wildcat Lake codename, fabricated on Intel's 3 nm process, also with 6 cores but only 6 threads, and a much lower 15 W TDP. Both run at 4.40 GHz boost, but AMD's base clock is 3.30 GHz against Intel's 1.50 GHz.

Cache configurations differ substantially. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. Intel provides 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The total cache footprint favors AMD heavily, which likely contributes to its integer math and compression wins. Intel's smaller cache is offset by its higher single-thread performance in most tests.

Memory support splits along generation lines. AMD supports DDR5 only, with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 4 with only 6 lanes. Integrated graphics are present on both: AMD uses the Radeon 660M, Intel uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

The process node difference is notable. Intel's 3 nm process is denser than AMD's 6 nm, which helps explain the 15 W TDP against AMD's 35 W. Intel also lists a launch MSRP of $340 for this chip, though that does not factor into performance analysis. Both are mobile segments, active production, and unlocked multipliers are not available on either.

The Verdict

The data indicates the Intel Core 5 315 is the stronger overall performer in CPU-bound workloads. It wins the majority of tests across rendering, physics, encryption, extended instructions, and single-thread tasks. The 4.9% Cinebench lead in both single and multi-core tests is consistent, and the larger wins in floating point math and physics suggest Intel's architecture handles these operations more efficiently. The lower 15 W TDP combined with the same 4.40 GHz boost clock makes Intel the more efficient choice on paper.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS retains specific strengths. Its 60.3% integer math advantage and 15.4% compression lead indicate workloads that rely on integer arithmetic or data packing will favor AMD. The 12 threads versus 6 threads gives AMD a multithreading resource advantage, even though Intel still wins the multi-core Cinebench tests. AMD's dual-channel memory bus and higher bandwidth (76.8 GB/s vs 59.7 GB/s) also provide a theoretical memory throughput edge.

For general productivity, rendering, and single-thread-heavy applications, the Intel Core 5 315 delivers better scores across the board. For integer-heavy computation, compression tasks, and workloads that can exploit AMD's larger cache and thread count, the AMD chip holds its ground. The percentile rankings are nearly identical (73rd vs 72nd), so the aggregate performance class is the same; the difference is in specific workload profiles.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several specification fields. Core counts are equal at 6, but threads differ: AMD has 12, Intel has 6. Base clocks diverge significantly: AMD at 3.30 GHz, Intel at 1.50 GHz, while boost clocks match at 4.40 GHz. TDP is another major split: AMD draws 35 W, Intel draws 15 W.

Cache layouts are distinct. AMD uses per-core L1 at 64 KB and per-core L2 at 512 KB, with 16 MB shared L3. Intel lists total L1 at 192 KB, total L2 at 2.5 MB, and 6 MB shared L3. Memory support differs: AMD only supports DDR5, Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bus width is dual-channel for AMD versus single-channel for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s for AMD and 59.7 GB/s for Intel.

PCIe capabilities diverge: AMD has Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel has Gen 4 with 6 lanes. Process nodes differ: AMD uses 6 nm at TSMC, Intel uses 3 nm at Intel. Sockets are different as well: AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, Intel uses Intel BGA 1516. Integrated graphics are different: AMD has Radeon 660M, Intel has Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe). Release dates are also different, with AMD released earlier and Intel later. Intel carries a launch MSRP of $340; AMD does not have a listed MSRP.

Where Each One Wins

Intel wins the majority of benchmark categories. In rendering, all Cinebench versions (R15, R20, R23) show Intel ahead by roughly 5% in both single and multi-core tests. PassMark multithread also goes to Intel at 15272 versus 14520, a 4.9% delta. Physics simulation heavily favors Intel at 1163 versus 821, a 29.4% margin. Floating point math is Intel's strongest win at 42441 versus 27800, a 34.5% lead. Extended instructions go to Intel at 13143 versus 11219, a 14.6% margin. Encryption favors Intel at 11119 versus 10718, a 3.6% edge. Prime number finding is a dominant Intel win at 112 versus 48, a 57.1% delta. Single-thread performance in PassMark shows Intel at 4021 versus 2740, a 31.9% advantage.

AMD wins three specific tests. Integer math is AMD's largest margin: 50800 versus 31690, a 60.3% lead. Data compression shows AMD at 168692 versus 146143, a 15.4% advantage. Random string sorting is a narrow AMD win at 17669 versus 17551, a 0.7% delta. These wins suggest AMD's larger cache and higher thread count provide benefits in data-heavy integer operations.

The use-case split is clear. For tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, physics simulation, and general productivity, Intel delivers consistently higher scores. For compression workloads, integer-heavy calculation, and sorting tasks, AMD maintains an edge. The 12 threads on AMD do not translate into wins in the threaded Cinebench tests, which indicates that Intel's architecture extracts more performance per thread. The 15 W TDP on Intel versus 35 W on AMD also positions Intel for thermally constrained laptops, while AMD's higher power budget allows for more sustained throughput in integer tasks.