AMD Ryzen 5 8500G vs Intel Core 5 223PQE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G and the Intel Core 5 223PQE occupy different positions in the processor landscape, with the database showing a substantial divergence in available benchmark data. The Ryzen 5 8500G has a full set of recorded measurements across multiple test suites, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE currently has no benchmark entries in the database. This asymmetry shapes the entire comparison, as the analysis must rely on the measured performance of the AMD part and the architectural and specification differences between the two processors.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results pairing the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G against the Intel Core 5 223PQE. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and the win counts for both processors stand at zero. This means there are no recorded test scores where both CPUs ran the same workload under identical conditions.

However, the Ryzen 5 8500G has extensive standalone benchmark data that defines its performance profile. In 3DMark tests, the processor scores 5224 in the 16-thread test, 4565 in the 8-thread test, 3130 in the 4-thread test, and 1913 in the 2-thread test. The single-thread 3DMark result is 998, while the max-thread score reaches 5213. These results show a scaling pattern where the 16-thread and max-thread scores are nearly identical, suggesting that the processor's six cores and twelve threads reach their practical limit around that workload size.

Cinebench results follow a similar trajectory. The R15 multicore score is 1851 with a single-core score of 261. Cinebench R20 shows 7714 multicore and 1089 single-core. Cinebench R23 delivers 18368 multicore and 2593 single-core. The multicore-to-single-core ratios across these Cinebench versions stay consistent, indicating stable performance scaling across different rendering workloads.

Geekbench records a multicore score of 9444 and a single-core score of 2354. PassMark tests cover a broader range of tasks: data compression scores 250197, data encryption scores 14220, extended instructions score 19098, floating point math scores 39074, integer math scores 63123, multithread scores 21610, physics scores 1318, random string sorting scores 29407, and single-thread performance scores 3891. The PassMark singlethread test also records 3891, confirming consistency within that suite.

The average benchmark score for the Ryzen 5 8500G is 20425, placing it at the 74th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 9454P with an average score of 20422 and a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V with 20454 and a delta of -0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 with 20468 and a delta of -0.2 percent, and the AMD EPYC 7713 with 20363 and a delta of 0.3 percent. These deltas are all within a fraction of a percent, meaning the Ryzen 5 8500G sits in a tightly contested performance band where the top rivals are separated by less than one percent in average score.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE has no recorded benchmark scores, no average benchmark score, and no nearest rivals in the database. Its percentile versus all CPUs is listed at 50, which serves as a placeholder rather than a measured result. Without test data, no direct performance comparisons can be made between the two processors.

Where Each One Wins

For the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G, the recorded data shows strengths across rendering, general computing, and encryption workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 18368 indicates solid sustained multi-threaded performance for tasks that scale across cores. The PassMark integer math score of 63123 and floating point math score of 39074 show a stronger showing in integer operations relative to floating point, which typically benefits productivity and general-purpose applications. Data encryption at 14220 and data compression at 250197 further demonstrate capability in data-intensive tasks.

The single-thread performance, measured at 2593 in Cinebench R23 and 3891 in PassMark, places the processor in a capable range for applications that rely on fewer threads. The 3DMark single-thread score of 998 and 2-thread score of 1913 suggest moderate scaling from one to two threads, with diminishing returns as thread counts increase beyond that point.

For the Intel Core 5 223PQE, the database contains no benchmark wins because no measurements exist. The processor cannot be assigned wins in any workload category based on the recorded data. Its architectural specifications, such as eight cores and sixteen threads, suggest potential for multi-threaded workloads, but without test scores, no performance claims can be substantiated from the database.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 223PQE have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No. The benchmark array for the Intel Core 5 223PQE is empty, the average benchmark score is 0, and there are no nearest rivals listed. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has a complete set of benchmark scores across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and PassMark tests.

Q: How does the Ryzen 5 8500G compare to its nearest rivals in average score?

A: The Ryzen 5 8500G has an average benchmark score of 20425. The AMD EPYC 9454P scores 20422 with a delta of 0 percent, the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V scores 20454 with a delta of -0.1 percent, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600 scores 20468 with a delta of -0.2 percent, and the AMD EPYC 7713 scores 20363 with a delta of 0.3 percent. All deltas are within one percent, indicating closely matched average performance.

Q: What is the highest recorded benchmark score for the Ryzen 5 8500G?

A: The highest recorded score is 250197 in the PassMark data compression test. The next highest is the PassMark integer math score of 63123, followed by the 3DMark 16-thread score of 5224 and the 3DMark max-thread score of 5213.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PQE has eight cores and sixteen threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has six cores and twelve threads.

Q: What is the percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G ranks at the 74th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 5 223PQE is listed at the 50th percentile, though this figure is not derived from benchmark results.

Q: Are there any direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors?

A: No. The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and both processors have a win count of zero. The database does not contain paired test results for these two specific CPUs.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G uses six cores and twelve threads, while the Intel Core 5 223PQE uses eight cores and sixteen threads. Base clocks differ at 3.50 GHz for AMD and 4.00 GHz for Intel, with boost clocks at 5.00 GHz and 5.50 GHz respectively. Thermal design power is 65 watts for the AMD part and 125 watts for the Intel part.

The sockets are different: AMD Socket AM5 for the Ryzen 5 8500G and Intel Socket 1700 for the Core 5 223PQE. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory only, while the Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is listed at 83.2 GB/s for AMD and 89.6 GB/s for Intel. Both processors use dual-channel memory buses, and both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics are the Radeon 740M for AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for Intel. The market segments differ: the Ryzen 5 8500G is listed as Mobile, while the Core 5 223PQE is listed as Desktop.

The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is $179, stated once here as the recorded launch price. The Intel Core 5 223PQE has a launch MSRP of $319. The AMD processor has a release date of January 2024, while the Intel processor has a release date of March 2026. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is built on the Zen 4 architecture with the codename Phoenix2, belonging to the 8000 series and the Ryzen 5 generation. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The transistor count is 20,900 million, and the die size is 137 mm². The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE is built on the Bartlett Lake architecture with the codename Bartlett Lake, belonging to the Core 5 generation. It uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. No transistor count or die size is recorded in the database. The cache hierarchy includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

The process node difference is significant: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. The AMD part uses fewer cores but a smaller process node, while the Intel part uses more cores on a larger node. The cache layout differs in both per-core and shared allocations. The AMD processor has a smaller L3 cache at 16 MB compared to 24 MB for Intel, but the Intel processor uses more L2 cache per core at 2 MB versus 1 MB.

The integrated graphics differ between the Radeon 740M for AMD and UHD Graphics 770 for Intel. The PCIe generation also differs, with AMD using Gen 4 and Intel using Gen 5. The memory support differs in that Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD supports DDR5 only.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear distinction between these two processors, though the comparison is limited by the absence of Intel benchmark results. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has a complete performance profile with an average benchmark score of 20425 and a 74th percentile ranking. Its nearest rivals, all within 0.3 percent in average score, indicate that the processor delivers competitive performance in its measured class.

The Intel Core 5 223PQE lacks any benchmark data, making it impossible to assess its measured performance from the database. Its specifications show more cores, higher clocks, a larger L3 cache, and a higher TDP, but these figures do not translate into recorded test results.

For users who require verified performance data, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is the only processor in this comparison with recorded measurements. The database shows its strengths in multi-threaded rendering, integer math, and data compression, with single-thread performance that remains competitive. The Intel Core 5 223PQE, based on its specifications alone, targets a different segment with eight cores and a 125-watt TDP, but no measured scores exist to confirm its real-world behavior.

The choice between these two processors, strictly from the database, favors the AMD part for anyone seeking a processor with documented benchmark results. The Intel part remains an unverified entry with specifications that suggest higher multi-threaded capability, but without recorded data, that suggestion cannot be confirmed. The database records what it records, and in this case, only the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has an established performance footprint.