AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS vs Intel Core i5-13600H Comparison

The Intel Core i5-13600H and AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS are two mobile processors that target similar performance segments but achieve their results through fundamentally different designs. Benchmark data shows a near-total deadlock in overall average scores, with the Intel part posting an average benchmark score of 30548 against the AMD’s 30390, a difference of roughly 0.5%. This places the Intel chip at the 82nd percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD sits at the 81st. The head-to-head results reveal a split of 7 wins for Intel and 8 for AMD, with each chip dominating completely different types of workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking disparity in the entire benchmark suite appears in the Cinebench R15 tests. In the multicore test, the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS delivers a score of 1978 against Intel’s 1249, a massive 36.9% advantage. The single-core R15 result follows a similar pattern, with AMD scoring 269.5 versus Intel’s 176, a 34.7% lead. These are the largest deltas in either direction across all tested workloads. The R15 suite appears to favor AMD’s architecture heavily, though the gap closes dramatically in the newer Cinebench R23 tests. In R23 multicore, the AMD still wins but by only 1.2% (12554 vs 12402). In R23 single-core, the tables turn: Intel takes the win with a score of 1750 against AMD’s 1715.5, a 2% margin.

The Passmark suite paints a more nuanced picture. Intel wins decisively in floating-point math, scoring 57618 against AMD’s 45220, a 27.4% advantage. Intel also leads in physics simulation with a score of 1490 versus 1155, a 29% margin, and in integer math with 78658 against 73284, a 7.3% lead. Intel’s advantage extends to prime number finding, where it scores 87 against AMD’s 77, a 13% difference.

AMD fights back in extended instructions, where it scores 20556 against Intel’s 15817, a commanding 23.1% lead. AMD also wins in random string sorting with 31654 versus 29570, a 6.6% margin. The remaining Passmark tests are extremely close. Data compression goes to AMD by 0.6% (269524 vs 267936), and data encryption goes to Intel by 1.2% (16061 vs 15867). The multithread test shows Intel ahead by 1.4% (23304 vs 22979). Single-thread performance is essentially tied, with AMD scoring 3654 against Intel’s 3631, a 0.6% difference. The overall pattern is clear: AMD holds a decisive edge in older Cinebench versions and certain vectorized workloads, while Intel counters with strong leads in math-heavy and physics-based tasks.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher overall average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i5-13600H has a slightly higher average benchmark score of 30548, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS’s 30390. This represents a 0.5% difference in Intel’s favor, and it places Intel at the 82nd percentile versus AMD’s 81st.

Q: How do the two chips compare in the newest Cinebench R23 test?

A: The results are nearly identical. In R23 multicore, AMD wins by 1.2% with a score of 12554 against Intel’s 12402. In R23 single-core, Intel wins by 2%, scoring 1750 versus AMD’s 1715.5.

Q: Where does AMD have its largest advantage?

A: AMD’s biggest wins are in the Cinebench R15 suite. It leads by 36.9% in multicore (1978 vs 1249) and by 34.7% in single-core (269.5 vs 176). It also holds a 23.1% lead in Passmark extended instructions.

Q: Where does Intel have its largest advantage?

A: Intel’s largest leads are in Passmark physics simulation, where it scores 29% higher (1490 vs 1155), and in floating-point math, where it leads by 27.4% (57618 vs 45220). It also wins prime number finding by 13%.

Q: Are there any tests where the score difference is negligible?

A: Yes, several tests are extremely close. Passmark data compression differs by only 0.6%, and single-thread performance differs by 0.6%. The Passmark multithread test shows a 1.4% gap, and data encryption shows a 1.2% gap.

Q: Which processor has more wins in the head-to-head benchmark comparison?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS wins 8 of the 15 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core i5-13600H wins 7. The total number of wins is very balanced, but AMD edges out Intel by a single test.

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on entirely different architectural foundations and manufacturing processes. The Intel Core i5-13600H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename, and is fabricated on Intel’s 10 nm process node at Intel’s own foundry. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS, by contrast, uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix codename, and is built on TSMC’s 4 nm process. AMD’s chip has 6 cores and 12 threads. AMD’s process advantage is reflected in its transistor count of 25,000 million on a die size of 178 mm²; Intel does not list transistor or die size data.

The cache hierarchies also differ significantly. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, with 18 MB of shared L3 cache. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip has a base clock of 2.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while AMD runs a much higher base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The TDP ratings differ, with Intel at 45 watts and AMD at 35 watts.

Memory support is another clear divergence. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while AMD supports DDR5 only. Both use a dual-channel memory bus. AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while Intel does not provide this figure. AMD also supports ECC memory, a feature Intel lacks. The PCIe capabilities differ as well: Intel offers Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics are different, with Intel using Iris Xe Graphics 80EU and AMD using the Radeon 760M. Both chips are locked (multiplier not unlocked) and target the mobile market segment.

The Verdict

The data shows a remarkably balanced matchup, but the right choice depends entirely on workload profile. For users running applications that resemble the Cinebench R15 suite or require heavy extended instruction sets, the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS is the clear choice. Its 36.9% lead in R15 multicore and 34.7% lead in R15 single-core are not marginal; they represent a substantial performance advantage in that specific benchmark environment. The 23.1% lead in extended instructions also points to AMD being better suited for workloads that leverage SIMD or specialized instruction paths.

Conversely, the Intel Core i5-13600H is the pick for math-intensive and physics-based tasks. Its 27.4% lead in floating-point math and 29% lead in physics simulation are decisive. The 13% advantage in prime number finding and 7.3% lead in integer math further cement Intel’s position for computational workloads. For general-purpose use, the differences are often too small to matter. The R23 multicore test shows a 1.2% gap, and single-thread performance differs by only 0.6%. The Passmark multithread test shows Intel ahead by 1.4%, but the overall average score difference is just 0.5%.

Given that AMD achieves this performance at a 35-watt TDP compared to Intel’s 45-watt TDP, the AMD chip appears more efficient per watt in the data presented, though no efficiency metric is directly listed. For a system builder prioritizing raw single-core speed in legacy benchmarks or extended instruction throughput, AMD is the answer. For those prioritizing floating-point or physics simulation, Intel is the answer. The launch MSRP of the Intel Core i5-13600H is $311; no launch MSRP is available for the AMD part.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields. The Intel Core i5-13600H has 12 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. Intel’s base clock is 2.80 GHz versus AMD’s 4.30 GHz, and Intel’s boost clock is 4.80 GHz versus AMD’s 5.00 GHz. The TDP is 45 watts for Intel and 35 watts for AMD. Intel uses the Intel BGA 1744 socket, while AMD uses the AMD Socket FP8.

The manufacturing process differs: Intel is on 10 nm at Intel foundry, while AMD is on 4 nm at TSMC. AMD lists 25,000 million transistors and a 178 mm² die size; Intel does not list these figures. Cache allocation varies per core: Intel has 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 per core, while AMD has 64 KB L1 and 1 MB L2 per core. Shared L3 is 18 MB for Intel and 16 MB for AMD. Memory support differs, with Intel accepting DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD accepts DDR5 only. AMD lists 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth; Intel does not. AMD supports ECC memory; Intel does not. PCIe generation and lane counts differ, with Intel offering Gen 5 with 8 lanes and AMD offering Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The integrated graphics are the Iris Xe Graphics 80EU for Intel and the Radeon 760M for AMD. Intel has a launch MSRP of $311; AMD has none listed.