AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS vs Intel Core Ultra 5 336H Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor delivers the higher single-thread performance?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H dominates in single-thread tests. In Cinebench R23 single-core it scores 3387 versus 1742 for the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS, a 48.6% lead. The PassMark single-thread score also favors Intel at 4013 versus 2740, a 31.7% advantage.

Q: How do the two compare in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel part wins every multi-thread benchmark recorded. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 23991 for Intel versus 12342 for AMD, a 48.6% gap. PassMark multithread scores are 28545 for Intel and 14520 for AMD, a 49.1% difference.

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H has 16 cores and 16 threads. Intel uses a 1:1 core-to-thread ratio, while AMD uses simultaneous multithreading to reach 12 threads from 6 cores.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS boosts to 4.40 GHz. The AMD part has a higher base clock at 3.30 GHz compared to Intel's 1.90 GHz.

Q: How does the integrated graphics differ between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS uses Radeon 660M graphics, while the Intel Core Ultra 5 336H uses Intel Xe3 Graphics. No benchmark comparisons between the two iGPU solutions are present in the recorded data.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H supports 115.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS delivers 76.8 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory, but Intel also supports LPDDR5X in addition to DDR5, whereas AMD lists only DDR5.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS belongs to the 7000 series and uses the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R. It is built on a 6 nm process at TSMC with a die size of 208 mm². The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H is part of the Core Ultra Series 3, uses the Panther Lake architecture, and is fabricated on Intel's 3 nm process. This process node difference is significant: Intel's 3 nm node is two generations ahead of the 6 nm node used by AMD.

Core counts diverge sharply. The AMD chip provides 6 cores and 12 threads, enabled by simultaneous multithreading. The Intel chip provides 16 cores and 16 threads, with no multithreading per core. This gives Intel a 10-core advantage in raw core count, but AMD uses SMT to close some of the thread count gap.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD processor allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor allocates 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel's larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations reflect its newer architecture design.

Both processors use dual-channel memory. AMD supports DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 115.2 GB/s bandwidth, a 50% higher theoretical ceiling. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). Intel provides Gen 5 with 12 lanes (CPU only). Intel's Gen 5 interface offers higher per-lane bandwidth, but AMD offers more total lanes.

The sockets are incompatible. AMD uses AMD Socket FP7, while Intel uses Intel BGA 2540. Both are mobile platforms. The AMD part numbers include 100-000001632 (FP7) and 100-000001634 (FP7r2), while Intel's part number is SA4RD.

Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. Both are listed as Active in production status. The AMD release date is August 31, 2024, while the Intel release date is January 4, 2026.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins all 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The margin varies widely by workload, from a modest 18.2% in integer math to a massive 83.9% in prime number finding.

Cinebench results show consistent near-identical deltas across versions. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 2418 against AMD's 1243, a 48.6% lead. The single-core R15 result shows 341 versus 175, also a 48.7% margin. Cinebench R20 multi-core repeats the pattern: 10076 versus 5183, a 48.6% gap. Single-core R20 shows 1422 versus 731, again 48.6%. Cinebench R23 multi-core delivers 23991 versus 12342, and single-core 3387 versus 1742, both at 48.6%. The consistency of these deltas suggests a fixed architectural advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

PassMark tests reveal where Intel's advantage expands or contracts. The smallest win is PassMark integer math: Intel scores 62070 versus AMD's 50800, an 18.2% margin. This is the closest result in the entire comparison. The largest win is PassMark find prime numbers: Intel scores 299 versus AMD's 48, an 83.9% blowout. This extreme gap likely reflects the combination of Intel's 16 physical cores and newer instruction handling.

Floating-point math heavily favors Intel: 82415 versus 27800, a 66.3% lead. Physics simulation shows 2682 versus 821, a 69.4% margin. Extended instructions show 24542 versus 11219, a 54.3% lead. Data encryption shows 21291 versus 10718, a 49.7% gap. Data compression shows 280340 versus 168692, a 39.8% margin. Random string sorting shows 34402 versus 17669, a 48.6% lead.

Single-thread PassMark results give Intel a 31.7% edge: 4013 versus 2740. The multithread PassMark result gives Intel 28545 versus 14520, a 49.1% gap.

The average benchmark score in the database confirms the overall picture. Intel's average is 34485, placing it at the 84th percentile of all CPUs. AMD's average is 19364, placing it at the 73rd percentile.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS | Intel Core Ultra 5 336H |

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

| Cores | 6 | 16 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base clock | 3.30 GHz | 1.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 25 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel BGA 2540 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Panther Lake |

| Process node | 6 nm (TSMC) | 3 nm (Intel) |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 192 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 512 KB per core | 2.5 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 16 MB shared | 18 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 115.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes | Gen 5, 12 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 660M | Intel Xe3 Graphics |

| Release date | 2024-08-31 | 2026-01-04 |

The TDP difference is notable. AMD lists 35 W, while Intel lists 25 W. Despite the lower TDP, Intel delivers far higher performance across every benchmark, indicating substantially better performance per watt in the recorded data.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H wins every recorded benchmark. There is no workload category in the database where the AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS takes the lead.

Intel's largest advantages appear in compute-heavy, parallel workloads. Prime number finding shows an 83.9% lead, floating-point math shows 66.3%, and physics simulation shows 69.4%. These results point to strong performance in scientific computing, simulation, and any workload that stresses the FPU or integer throughput across many cores.

Intel's smallest advantage is in integer math at 18.2%. This remains a clear win, but it suggests the gap narrows in workloads that rely on general integer operations rather than specialized instructions or heavy parallel scaling.

The AMD Ryzen 5 7533HS has a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 1.90 GHz) and a lower TDP requirement relative to its own performance class. Its 6 nm process and 208 mm² die size are older design choices. The data shows AMD's best result is still 18.2% behind Intel, and most results fall in the 39% to 66% range.

For users prioritizing the latest PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, Intel offers that interface with 12 lanes. For users needing more PCIe lanes, AMD offers 20 Gen 4 lanes. This is the only meaningful trade-off in favor of AMD: lane count versus interface generation.

Intel also holds the edge in memory bandwidth at 115.2 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s, a 50% advantage. Combined with LPDDR5X support, the Intel platform provides a more capable memory subsystem.

The percentile rankings summarize the competitive position. Intel sits at the 84th percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 34485. AMD sits at the 73rd percentile with an average score of 19364. The nearest rival to Intel is the Intel Core i7-13700HX at 34554, a 0.2% difference. The nearest rival to AMD is the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V at 19368, essentially tied. The Intel Core Ultra 5 336H performs at a level comparable to desktop-class processors like the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, which scores 34260 and sits 0.7% behind.

The database records no category where the AMD part wins. All 17 head-to-head comparisons show Intel ahead, with deltas ranging from 18.2% to 83.9%. The architectural differences, particularly core count, process node, and cache size, explain the consistent outcome.