AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 vs Intel Core i7-11370H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 and Intel Core i7-11370H are both 51st-percentile performers, but their benchmark profiles tell a story of margin versus mobility. The Ryzen wins every single head-to-head benchmark in the data, yet the Intel chip counters with a dramatically higher boost clock, integrated graphics, and a much lower TDP. The verdict is clear from the numbers: the Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is the raw compute winner, while the Core i7-11370H is the logical pick for compact, power-sensitive systems that still need modern platform features.

The Verdict

The data shows a clean sweep for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 in all six head-to-head Cinebench tests, with wins ranging from 2.2% to 2.7% across single-core and multi-core workloads. If your priority is maximum processing throughput, the Ryzen is the choice. It holds a 2.6% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core (1013 vs 987) and extends that to a 2.7% edge in R23 multi-core (10058 vs 9793). The Ryzen also wins on single-core, posting 1419 in R23 single-core versus Intel's 1382, a 2.7% advantage.

However, the Intel Core i7-11370H counters with attributes the Ryzen lacks. It includes Iris XE 96EU integrated graphics, whereas the Ryzen has no integrated graphics at all. The Intel part also has a 28W TDP versus the Ryzen's 65W, making it far more suitable for thin-and-light laptops. The Intel chip's launch MSRP is $426. The Ryzen is a desktop AM4 part with an unlocked multiplier; the Intel is a locked mobile BGA 1449 chip. Pick the Ryzen for threaded compute on a desktop, pick the Intel for a laptop that needs to run without a discrete GPU.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide is stark. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is a 14nm desktop chip from the 1000 series, built by GlobalFoundries using the Zen architecture (Summit Ridge). It packs 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost of 3.60 GHz. Its cache layout includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The die size is 192 mm² with 4,800 million transistors. It runs on AMD Socket AM4 with dual-channel DDR4 memory support, and it does not support ECC memory. The multiplier is unlocked, and it targets the desktop market segment, with an active production status and a release date of 2017-06-28.

The Intel Core i7-11370H is a 10nm mobile processor from the Core 11th Gen series, built by Intel using the Tiger Lake-H architecture. It has fewer cores and threads: 4 cores and 8 threads. Its base clock is lower at 3.00 GHz, but its boost clock is substantially higher at 4.80 GHz. The cache hierarchy differs significantly: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core (more than double the Ryzen's per-core L2), and 12 MB of shared L3. The die is smaller at 146.1 mm². Memory support is dual-channel DDR4 with a rated bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It also features PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) and integrated Iris XE 96EU graphics. The multiplier is locked, it is a mobile part on Intel BGA 1449, and it launched on 2021-01-10.

The process node gap is fundamental: 14nm versus 10nm. Intel's newer node and higher boost clock help it close the gap despite having two fewer cores and four fewer threads. The Ryzen's larger L3 cache (16 MB vs 12 MB) and 6-core/12-thread configuration drive its multi-core edge, while Intel's per-core L2 advantage (1.25 MB vs 512 KB) and 4.80 GHz boost clock are designed for bursty single-thread workloads, though the data shows the Ryzen still wins those tests.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results are remarkably consistent. Across R15, R20, and R23, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 wins every test, with the deltaPct hovering between 2.2% and 2.7%. The smallest margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Ryzen scores 142 against Intel's 139, a 2.2% win. The largest margins are 2.7% in both R20 multi-core (4224 vs 4113) and R23 multi-core (10058 vs 9793).

The single-core story is telling. Despite the Intel chip's 4.80 GHz boost clock, which is 1.20 GHz higher than the Ryzen's 3.60 GHz boost, the Ryzen still wins. In R23 single-core, the Ryzen scores 1419 versus 1382, a 2.7% lead. This suggests the Zen architecture's efficiency at 3.60 GHz outpaces Tiger Lake's higher-frequency but lower-IPC design in this specific workload, or that the mobile Intel chip is power-limited in sustained tests.

The multi-core results reinforce the core-count advantage. The Ryzen's 6 cores and 12 threads produce a 2.6% win in R15 multi-core (1013 vs 987) and a 2.7% win in R20 multi-core (4224 vs 4113). The Intel chip's 4 cores and 8 threads are competitive but consistently behind. The benchmark data shows no test where the Intel chip wins; the winsA count is 6 for AMD and 0 for Intel.

Looking at Intel's broader benchmark suite, the 3DMark results show its thread-scaling behavior. The 3DMark single-thread score is 896, but the 2-thread score jumps to 1630, the 4-thread score is 2640, and the 8-thread score is 3564. The max-thread score is 3588, which is nearly identical to the 8-thread score, indicating that the 8-thread ceiling is reached at 8 threads. Geekbench scores are 1667 single-core and 5485 multi-core. These figures provide context for the Intel chip's performance envelope, but they do not change the head-to-head outcome, where the Ryzen wins all six shared Cinebench tests.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-11370H has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core i7-11370H boosts to 4.80 GHz, which is significantly higher than the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600's boost of 3.60 GHz. The base clocks are 3.00 GHz for Intel and 3.20 GHz for AMD.

Q: Which chip includes integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-11370H includes Iris XE 96EU integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 does not list any integrated graphics in the data.

Q: How much does the Intel chip cost at launch?

A: The Intel Core i7-11370H has a launch MSRP of $426. No launch MSRP is listed for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has a TDP of 65W, while the Intel Core i7-11370H has a TDP of 28W.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i7-11370H has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: In which benchmark does the AMD chip have its largest lead?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has a 2.7% lead in three tests: Cinebench R20 multi-core, Cinebench R23 multi-core, and Cinebench R23 single-core.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 wins every shared benchmark in the head-to-head data, but the nature of those wins defines its use case. It is the better choice for sustained multi-threaded workloads, as shown by its 2.7% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core (10058 vs 9793) and 2.6% lead in R15 multi-core (1013 vs 987). The 6-core/12-thread configuration and 16 MB of L3 cache are the differentiators. It also wins single-core tests, with 2.2% to 2.7% margins, making it the faster chip even in lightly threaded applications. The unlocked multiplier and AM4 socket position it for desktop builds where overclocking and upgradability matter. The 65W TDP is a non-issue for a desktop with adequate cooling.

The Intel Core i7-11370H wins the mobility and platform-feature battle, even though it loses every compute benchmark. Its 28W TDP is less than half the AMD chip's 65W, making it the only realistic option for thin laptops. The integrated Iris XE 96EU graphics eliminate the need for a discrete GPU, which is a critical advantage in compact systems. The PCIe Gen 4 support with 20 lanes and a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s provide a more modern I/O foundation. The 4.80 GHz boost clock gives it burst performance potential, though the data shows it still trails the Ryzen in single-core Cinebench tests. The 10nm process node and smaller die size (146.1 mm² vs 192 mm²) reflect a more power-efficient design. For a laptop user who needs integrated graphics and long battery life, the Intel chip is the clear winner, despite losing all six head-to-head benchmarks to the older AMD desktop part.