AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core i5-11600KF Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-11600KF wins every single head-to-head test in the database, taking 17 wins against zero for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS. The Intel part leads by margins ranging from 13.8% to 57.2% depending on the workload, which places it in a different performance class despite both processors sharing the same core and thread count.

For desktop users who prioritize raw compute throughput, the Intel Core i5-11600KF is the clear choice from the recorded measurements. Its average benchmark score of 19723 sits just above its nearest rivals, with a 0.3% lead over the Intel Core i5-12500 and a 0.7% lead over the AMD Ryzen 5 5500. It also posts a 0.5% advantage over the AMD Ryzen AI 5 430, while trailing the Intel Core i5-11600K by only 0.3%. The percentile ranking of 73 against all CPUs places it in the upper quarter of the database.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, despite being a newer release with a smaller process node, delivers an average benchmark score of 19364. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V with a 0% delta, the Intel Core i7-8700K which it leads by 0.7%, and the Intel Core i5-1345U and Intel Core i7-10700F which lead it by 0.2% and 0.7% respectively. The data shows the AMD part is competitive within its own mobile segment, but it cannot match the Intel desktop chip in any measured workload.

The verdict splits by use case: the Intel Core i5-11600KF for desktop compute-heavy tasks, and the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS for mobile systems where the 35 W TDP and integrated graphics matter more than raw performance scores. However, if performance is the only criterion, the Intel part wins outright in the database.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core i5-11600KF uses the Rocket Lake architecture on a 14 nm process manufactured by Intel, with a die size of 276 mm². It is a desktop part on Intel Socket 1200, released on 2021-03-15, and is now end-of-life. The chip offers 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its TDP is rated at 125 W, and the multiplier is unlocked for overclocking. The cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Memory support is DDR4 over a dual-channel bus with a measured bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The PCIe interface is Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, and there is no integrated graphics. The launch MSRP is $237.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, on a 6 nm process from TSMC, with a die size of 208 mm². It is a mobile part on AMD Socket FP7, released on 2024-08-31, and remains in active production. The core and thread count matches the Intel chip at 6 cores and 12 threads, but the clocks are lower: 3.30 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost. The TDP is significantly lower at 35 W, and the multiplier is locked. The cache structure differs in the L1 (64 KB per core) and L3 (16 MB shared), while L2 remains at 512 KB per core. Memory support is DDR5 over a dual-channel bus with a higher bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The PCIe interface is identical: Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The AMD part includes integrated Radeon 660M graphics, which the Intel chip lacks.

The process node difference (14 nm versus 6 nm) explains the AMD part's lower power envelope, while the Intel chip compensates with higher clocks and a larger die. The Intel part has more L1 cache per core, but the AMD part has 4 MB more shared L3. Memory bandwidth favors AMD due to DDR5 support, yet the benchmark results show that advantage does not translate into compute wins.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i5-11600KF wins in every recorded benchmark category. The largest margins come in passmark_random_string_sorting at 57.2% and passmark_extended_instructions at 57%, followed by passmark_data_compression at 43.9%. The smallest margin is in passmark_data_encryption at 13.8%, which is still a decisive lead.

For single-thread performance, the Intel chip leads by 33.7% in cinebench_r15_singlecore, 33.8% in cinebench_r20_singlecore, 33.7% in cinebench_r23_singlecore, and 21.4% in passmark_single_thread. These results indicate stronger per-core execution, likely driven by the higher boost clock of 4.90 GHz versus 4.40 GHz and the larger L1 cache.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Intel part leads by 33.8% in cinebench_r15_multicore, 33.7% in cinebench_r20_multicore, 33.7% in cinebench_r23_multicore, and 34.4% in passmark_multithread. The consistent margin across Cinebench versions suggests a stable architectural advantage in rendering workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS does not win any benchmark in the database, so there is no workload where the data recommends it over the Intel chip on performance grounds. However, the AMD part's lower TDP of 35 W and integrated Radeon 660M graphics make it suitable for thin-and-light laptops where battery life and portability take precedence over absolute compute scores. Its higher memory bandwidth (76.8 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s) and larger L3 cache (16 MB versus 12 MB) are architectural advantages that do not manifest in the recorded tests but could matter in specific memory-sensitive applications not covered here.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-11600KF leads in all single-core tests. It scores 234 versus 175 in cinebench_r15_singlecore, 978 versus 731 in cinebench_r20_singlecore, 2329 versus 1742 in cinebench_r23_singlecore, and 3327 versus 2740 in passmark_single_thread, with margins between 21.4% and 33.8%.

Q: Are both processors comparable in multi-threaded workloads?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-11600KF beats the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS by 33.7% to 34.4% in all multi-threaded Cinebench tests and by 34.4% in passmark_multithread. The AMD part scores 12342 in cinebench_r23_multicore against the Intel's 16503.

Q: What are the power consumption differences?

A: The Intel Core i5-11600KF has a TDP of 125 W, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a TDP of 35 W. This reflects the Intel part's desktop design versus the AMD part's mobile orientation.

Q: Does the AMD processor have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS includes Radeon 660M integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-11600KF has no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for display output.

Q: Which processor has better memory bandwidth on paper?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS supports DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, compared to the Intel Core i5-11600KF's DDR4 support at 51.2 GB/s. Despite this, the Intel chip wins all compute benchmarks in the database.

Q: What is the performance gap in encryption workloads?

A: The Intel Core i5-11600KF scores 12198 in passmark_data_encryption versus 10718 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, a lead of 13.8%. This is the smallest margin of any head-to-head test.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records 17 head-to-head comparisons, and the Intel Core i5-11600KF wins every one. The largest victory is in passmark_random_string_sorting, where the Intel chip scores 27767 against 17669 for the AMD part, a delta of 57.2%. This test involves sorting random strings, which stresses memory access patterns and integer logic, and the Intel chip's higher clock speeds appear decisive.

Almost as large is the passmark_extended_instructions margin: 17619 versus 11219, a 57% advantage. This workload exercises SIMD and advanced instruction sets, and the Intel architecture clearly has an edge here despite the AMD part's newer process node and larger L3 cache.

In passmark_data_compression, the Intel chip scores 242730 versus 168692, a 43.9% lead. Compression workloads benefit from high single-thread throughput and cache efficiency, and the Intel part's 4.90 GHz boost clock and 80 KB L1 per core likely contribute to this result.

The Cinebench suite shows consistent margins of roughly 33.7% to 33.8% across all versions and core counts. In cinebench_r23_multicore, the Intel chip scores 16503 versus 12342, while in cinebench_r23_singlecore it scores 2329 versus 1742. The uniformity of these margins suggests a stable architectural difference rather than workload-specific quirks.

Math-heavy tests follow a similar pattern. Passmark_integer_math shows 64195 versus 50800, a 26.4% lead, while passmark_floating_point_math shows 38129 versus 27800, a 37.2% lead. The floating-point margin is larger, which may reflect differences in the FPU pipelines or clock scaling.

Memory and sorting tests show varied margins. Passmark_data_encryption is the closest at 13.8% (12198 versus 10718), while passmark_find_prime_numbers gives a 22.9% lead (59 versus 48). Passmark_physics shows a 16.2% margin (954 versus 821), and passmark_multithread shows 34.4% (19513 versus 14520).

The overall picture from the head-to-head data is one of total dominance by the Intel Core i5-11600KF. The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, while competitive within its own mobile peer group as shown by its nearest rivals, cannot overcome the Intel part's higher clocks and desktop-oriented design in any measured metric. The data does not identify a single workload where the AMD chip wins, which makes the product positioning clear: the Intel part is for performance desktops, and the AMD part is for efficient mobile systems.