AMD Ryzen 5 8500G vs Intel Core 7 251TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G and Intel Core 7 251TE occupy distinct positions in the database, with the Intel part holding a decisive overall edge in raw compute. The head-to-head benchmark results show the Intel Core 7 251TE winning 14 of 17 recorded tests, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G claims 3 wins. The average benchmark score for the Intel part is 41650, which places it in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD part averages 20425, sitting in the 74th percentile. These figures establish a clear performance hierarchy before examining specific workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite delivers a consistent picture. The Intel Core 7 251TE leads the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G by 28% in Cinebench R15 multicore, scoring 2572 against 1851. The R15 singlecore test shows a 27.9% delta, with Intel at 362 and AMD at 261. Moving to Cinebench R20, the multicore result repeats the 28% gap: Intel scores 10717, AMD scores 7714. The R20 singlecore test also shows 28% separation, with Intel at 1512 and AMD at 1089. Cinebench R23 multicore continues the pattern, Intel scoring 25518 versus AMD's 18368, again a 28% difference. The R23 singlecore result is 3602 for Intel and 2593 for AMD, matching the 28% delta seen across the entire Cinebench series.

PassMark multithread confirms the multicore trend. Intel scores 30022, AMD scores 21610, a 28% gap. PassMark physics shows Intel at 1938 and AMD at 1318, a 32% difference. Integer math heavily favors Intel: 125739 versus 63123, a 49.8% delta. Floating point math shows an even larger separation, Intel at 85607 and AMD at 39074, a 54.4% gap, the largest margin in the entire comparison. Data compression goes to Intel by 25.2%, scoring 334399 against 250197. Data encryption gives Intel a 35.9% lead, 22176 versus 14220. Random string sorting favors Intel by 25.8%, 39643 to 29407. Find prime numbers shows Intel at 140 and AMD at 87, a 37.9% delta.

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G wins three tests. PassMark single thread and singlethread (identical results recorded) show AMD at 3891 and Intel at 3568, a 9.1% advantage for AMD. PassMark extended instructions gives AMD the win at 19098 versus Intel's 16974, a 12.5% delta. These are the only benchmarks where the AMD part finishes ahead, and both are single-thread or instruction-extension focused rather than heavy multicore workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 251TE dominates every multicore and throughput-oriented test in the database. Its 24 cores and 32 threads provide a substantial parallel processing advantage, reflected in the consistent 28% margins across Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore, plus PassMark multithread. The 54.4% lead in floating point math and 49.8% lead in integer math indicate strong arithmetic throughput, useful for scientific computing, financial modeling, and content rendering workloads. Data compression and encryption results, with leads of 25.2% and 35.9% respectively, show the Intel part handles data-intensive tasks with more headroom.

The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G wins in single-thread PassMark and extended instructions. The 9.1% single-thread advantage suggests its Zen 4 cores execute lightly threaded code more efficiently, which can matter for older applications, scripting, or interactive workloads that depend on one core's responsiveness. The 12.5% lead in extended instructions points to better handling of AVX or similar instruction sets, potentially benefiting certain scientific or engineering applications that use these features heavily.

For mixed workloads, the Intel part's breadth of wins means it covers more ground. Its 88th percentile rank versus AMD's 74th percentile confirms that the Intel part sits higher in the overall CPU distribution. The Intel part also has a higher boost clock at 5.40 GHz versus AMD's 5.00 GHz, which helps explain its single-core Cinebench wins despite losing the PassMark single-thread test. The AMD part's base clock is higher at 3.50 GHz versus 1.40 GHz, but the Intel part compensates with a much higher boost ceiling.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Phoenix2 codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It contains 20,900 million transistors on a 137 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 215 mm². No transistor count is recorded for the Intel part.

Core counts diverge sharply. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 24 cores and 32 threads. This explains the consistent multicore margins. Cache hierarchies also differ. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 on the Intel part provides more capacity for frequently accessed data.

Memory support shows a split. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a higher recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD part uses Gen 4 with 14 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), giving the Intel part a newer and wider interface.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD part uses Radeon 740M, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD part is classified as a mobile segment processor, while the Intel part is classified as desktop. Socket compatibility follows: AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses Socket 1700. Both have locked multipliers. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $179, and the Intel part has a launch MSRP of $384.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear split by workload type. For any multicore-heavy task, the Intel Core 7 251TE is the stronger choice. Its 28% leads across all Cinebench versions, 54.4% lead in floating point math, 49.8% lead in integer math, and 35.9% lead in data encryption make it the superior option for rendering, simulation, data processing, and compilation workloads. The 32 threads versus 12 threads provide a structural advantage that shows up consistently in every parallel benchmark.

For single-thread and instruction-specific tasks, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G holds an edge. Its 9.1% PassMark single-thread win and 12.5% extended instructions win indicate that lightly threaded applications or those using advanced instruction sets may run faster on the AMD part. The higher base clock of 3.50 GHz versus 1.40 GHz suggests the AMD part responds quickly in short bursts without relying on boost states.

The Intel part's higher overall percentile rank, 88th versus 74th, and its average benchmark score of 41650 versus 20425 (approximately double) place it in a different performance class. Users who need maximum throughput across many threads should select the Intel part. Users who prioritize single-thread responsiveness or specific extended instruction performance may prefer the AMD part, though the Intel part still leads in single-thread Cinebench results. The launch MSRP difference is substantial, but pricing considerations are separate from the benchmark data presented here.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE has an average benchmark score of 41650, while the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has an average of 20425.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 251TE has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: What is the largest performance gap in the head-to-head tests?

A: PassMark floating point math shows the largest delta, with the Intel Core 7 251TE leading by 54.4%, scoring 85607 versus 39074.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark tests against the Intel part?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G wins PassMark single thread and singlethread (both scored at 3891 versus 3568, a 9.1% lead) and PassMark extended instructions (19098 versus 16974, a 12.5% lead).

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G supports DDR5 only. The Intel Core 7 251TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core 7 251TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 8500G | Intel Core 7 251TE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 24 |

| Threads | 12 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 3.50 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 137 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) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Launch MSRP | $179 | $384 |