AMD Ryzen 5 8400F vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F records an average benchmark score of 25005, while the Intel Core 5 211TE records 15370. The AMD part sits at the 77th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Intel part sits at the 69th percentile.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multi-threaded workloads?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F scores 20851 against 12201 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a delta of 70.9%. PassMark multithread shows a similar pattern: 24389 versus 11685, a delta of 108.7%.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE win any benchmark in the head-to-head list?

A: No. The database records 17 head-to-head benchmark wins for the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F and 0 wins for the Intel Core 5 211TE. Every listed test, from Cinebench R15 to PassMark random string sorting, favors the AMD processor.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use a dual-channel memory bus, with the AMD part rated at 83.2 GB/s and the Intel part at 76.8 GB/s.

Q: Do these processors include integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A). The Intel Core 5 211TE includes UHD Graphics 730.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has a launch MSRP of $170. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a launch MSRP of $221.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F belongs to the 8000 series and uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It contains 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a 215 mm² die size. The process node difference is substantial: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which influences transistor density and power characteristics.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 16 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the AMD processor delivers higher benchmark scores across all recorded tests, indicating that the Zen 4 cores provide stronger per-thread and per-core performance than the Intel design in these measurements.

Cache configurations also differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The Intel chip carries more cache at every level, yet the benchmark data shows the AMD chip outperforming it.

The memory controllers differ as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD memory bandwidth is rated at 83.2 GB/s, higher than the Intel rating of 76.8 GB/s. The AMD processor also supports ECC memory? No, it does not. The Intel processor supports ECC memory, which is listed as true.

PCIe capabilities differ. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Intel part has the newer PCIe standard, though with fewer lanes.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics, while the AMD part has no integrated graphics. The AMD part uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a comprehensive sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 2101 against 1229, a delta of 71%. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the AMD scores 296 against 173, a delta of 71.1%. The pattern continues through Cinebench R20 and R23, with deltas of 70.9% to 71% across all four tests. The consistency of these deltas suggests the performance advantage is structural rather than workload-specific.

PassMark tests reveal even larger gaps in certain workloads. PassMark single-thread shows the AMD at 3685 versus 1408, a delta of 161.7%. This is the largest single-test delta in the database. PassMark extended instructions shows 22175 versus 8615, a delta of 157.4%. PassMark random string sorting shows 34604 versus 14838, a delta of 133.2%. PassMark data encryption shows 16646 versus 7231, a delta of 130.2%.

Other PassMark tests show substantial but smaller gaps. PassMark integer math shows 74021 versus 33991, a delta of 117.8%. PassMark data compression shows 288158 versus 133434, a delta of 116%. PassMark multithread shows 24389 versus 11685, a delta of 108.7%. PassMark floating point math shows 46217 versus 26150, a delta of 76.7%. PassMark find prime numbers shows 89 versus 72, a delta of 23.6%.

The narrowest gap appears in PassMark physics, where the AMD scores 1332 against 1278, a delta of only 4.2%. This is the closest result in the entire head-to-head set, yet it still favors the AMD processor. The Intel part comes close in this specific test but cannot secure a win.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a decisive outcome. The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F wins all 17 head-to-head benchmarks, with an average benchmark score of 25005 versus 15370 for the Intel Core 5 211TE. The AMD part also ranks higher in the overall percentile distribution, at the 77th percentile versus the 69th percentile.

The Intel Core 5 211TE offers advantages in certain specification areas. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, includes ECC memory support, has integrated UHD Graphics 730, uses PCIe Gen 5, and carries more cache per core. These are meaningful features for specific use cases. However, the benchmark data shows that none of these advantages translate into a performance win in the recorded tests.

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F delivers higher scores across all Cinebench and PassMark workloads, with deltas ranging from 4.2% in PassMark physics to 161.7% in PassMark single-thread. The processor also has a lower launch MSRP of $170 compared to $221 for the Intel part. For workloads measured by these benchmarks, the AMD processor is the stronger performer.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 8400F | Intel Core 5 211TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 4.20 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Phoenix | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 20 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $170 | $221 |

| Release Date | 2024-03-31T17:00:00.000Z | 2025-01-12T17:00:00.000Z |

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 8400F wins in every benchmark category recorded. For single-threaded performance, the data shows a delta of 161.7% in PassMark single-thread, which indicates substantially stronger per-core capability. For multi-threaded rendering, Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 70.9% delta. For data compression, the delta is 116%. For encryption, the delta is 130.2%. For extended instruction workloads, the delta is 157.4%. The AMD part also wins in floating point math, integer math, and random string sorting, with deltas of 76.7%, 117.8%, and 133.2% respectively.

The Intel Core 5 211TE has no benchmark wins in the recorded data. Its closest result is PassMark physics, where it trails by only 4.2%. The Intel part does offer features that the AMD part lacks: integrated graphics, ECC memory support, and DDR4 compatibility. These features could matter in systems that require an integrated display output, error-correcting memory, or legacy DDR4 memory modules. The Intel part also has a lower TDP of 45 W compared to 65 W for the AMD part, and it supports PCIe Gen 5.

For users focused purely on the benchmark scores in this database, the AMD Ryzen 5 8400F is the clear choice. For users who need integrated graphics, ECC memory, or DDR4 support, the Intel Core 5 211TE offers those capabilities, though with lower recorded performance. The data does not show any workload category where the Intel part outperforms the AMD part.