AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 vs Intel Core i5-1145G7E Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 and Intel Core i5-1145G7E occupy the same performance percentile in the database, both sitting at the 47th percentile against all CPUs. However, the recorded benchmark results show a consistent, if narrow, advantage for the AMD part across every Cinebench test. The Intel chip, despite being a much newer design with a higher boost clock, trails in all six head-to-head comparisons, a pattern that merits a closer look.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data is remarkably consistent, with the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 winning all six recorded tests. The margins are uniform, hovering around 3.3% to 3.8%, which suggests a stable performance gap rather than a workload-specific quirk.

In Cinebench R15, the AMD part scores 782 in multi-core against the Intel's 757, a 3.3% delta. The single-core test shows a slightly larger gap: 110 versus 106, a 3.8% difference. This pattern repeats in Cinebench R20, where the AMD chip posts 3261 multi-core and 460 single-core, while the Intel chip manages 3156 and 445, again a 3.3% and 3.4% delta respectively.

The most recent benchmark, Cinebench R23, continues the trend. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 scores 7766 multi-core and 1096 single-core, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E trails at 7516 and 1061, each a 3.3% deficit. The fact that the delta percentage is nearly identical across R15, R20, and R23 indicates that the relative performance relationship is stable across different Cinebench versions, which is a strong signal of a fundamental architectural efficiency difference rather than a software optimization artifact.

The average benchmark score in the database reflects this split: the AMD part carries a 2246 average, while the Intel part sits at 2174. This places the AMD chip within a tight cluster of rivals, including the Intel Core i7-10710U at 2248 and the Intel Core i5-9400 at 2254. The Intel i5-1145G7E, meanwhile, is closest to the AMD Ryzen 5 3400GE at 2175, a 0% delta, and the Intel Core i7-1185GRE at 2178.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear, albeit modest, winner in raw CPU compute: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500. It wins every Cinebench test in the database, both single-core and multi-core. For workloads that rely heavily on CPU rendering or multi-threaded tasks, the AMD part is measurably ahead, between 3.3% and 3.8% depending on the test.

However, the Intel Core i5-1145G7E is not without its own case. It is a mobile part, a fact that the database records through its market segment designation and its 28 TDP, compared to the AMD's 65 TDP. This means the Intel chip can be deployed in thin-and-light systems where power and thermal envelopes are far more constrained. The AMD part, with its higher TDP and desktop socket, is designed for a different class of machine.

The choice hinges on the platform. If the system is a desktop with an AM4 socket and the user prioritizes the highest benchmark scores, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is the correct pick. If the system is a mobile device with an Intel BGA 1449 socket, the Intel Core i5-1145G7E is the only option of the two, and its benchmark deficit is a necessary trade-off for its lower power draw. The data does not show the Intel chip winning a single benchmark, so any selection of it must be driven by platform requirements, not raw performance.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 wins the Cinebench R23 single-core test with a score of 1096, compared to the Intel Core i5-1145G7E's 1061, a 3.3% advantage.

Q: How do the two chips compare in multi-core performance in Cinebench R20?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 scores 3261, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E scores 3156. The AMD part leads by 3.3% in this test.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 has an average benchmark score of 2246, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E has an average of 2174.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-1145G7E has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500's 3.70 GHz. Despite this, the AMD part wins all recorded single-core tests.

Q: What are the TDP specifications for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E has a TDP of 28 watts.

Q: Does the Intel processor include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i5-1145G7E includes Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU. The database does not list integrated graphics for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification areas. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 3.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E has a base clock of 1500.00 MHz and a boost clock of 4.10 GHz. The AMD part has a TDP of 65, whereas the Intel part has a TDP of 28.

The socket is a major divergence: the AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel chip uses Intel BGA 1449. The AMD part is designated for the desktop market segment, while the Intel part is a mobile component. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core i5-1145G7E does not.

The cache configurations also differ. The AMD part has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB 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 8 MB of shared L3. Memory support is another difference: the AMD chip supports DDR4, while the Intel chip supports both DDR4 and LPDDR4X. The Intel chip also has a PCIe configuration of Gen 4 with 4 lanes (CPU only), a field that is not listed for the AMD chip.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is significant. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is based on the Zen architecture, codenamed Zen, and is part of the Ryzen 5 generation (Summit Ridge). It is fabricated on a 14 nm process node by GlobalFoundries, with 4,800 million transistors on a 192 mm² die. The Intel Core i5-1145G7E uses the Tiger Lake architecture, specifically Tiger Lake-U, and is a Core i5 part based on Willow Cove-U. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry, with a die size of 144 mm².

The cache hierarchy reflects the different design philosophies. AMD allocates a larger L3 cache (16 MB shared) with smaller per-core L1 and L2 caches. Intel allocates a smaller L3 (8 MB shared) but a much larger L2 cache per core (1.25 MB). The Intel part also integrates Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU, while the AMD part has no integrated graphics listed. The AMD chip supports only DDR4 memory, while the Intel chip supports DDR4 and LPDDR4X. The Intel part has a PCIe Gen 4 interface with 4 lanes (CPU only), a feature not listed for the AMD chip.

The release dates are far apart: the AMD chip launched on 2017-06-28, while the Intel chip launched on 2020-09-01. The Intel part carries a launch MSRP of $312. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, enabling overclocking, while the Intel part is locked.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 wins every benchmark recorded in the database. It holds a 3.3% lead in multi-core tests across Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, and a 3.3% to 3.8% lead in single-core tests. This makes it the stronger choice for any CPU-bound workload captured by these benchmarks, such as 3D rendering or video encoding. Its 16 MB shared L3 cache and 8 threads may be contributing factors to its consistent lead.

The Intel Core i5-1145G7E wins no benchmarks in this comparison. Its strengths lie outside the measured Cinebench tests. It has a substantially lower TDP of 28 versus 65, making it suitable for passively cooled or battery-powered devices. It includes integrated Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EU, which provides a display output and basic graphics capability without a discrete GPU. It also supports LPDDR4X memory and PCIe Gen 4, which are features geared toward modern mobile platforms. The higher boost clock of 4.10 GHz does not translate into a win in the recorded single-core tests, but it may help in bursty workloads not captured here.

For a desktop user with an AM4 motherboard, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 is the clear choice, as it is both faster in the database and designed for that socket. For a mobile system builder, the Intel Core i5-1145G7E is the only viable option between the two, and its benchmark deficit is the price paid for its lower power envelope and integrated graphics.