AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 vs Intel Core i7-11375H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 and Intel Core i7-11375H serve different market segments: the former is a desktop processor from AMD's 1000 series, while the latter is a mobile chip from Intel's 11th Gen. In the database's shared Cinebench tests, the AMD part wins all six, but the Intel part posts a higher average benchmark score because it also includes Geekbench results. This split defines their respective strengths.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 wins every head-to-head Cinebench test recorded in the database. That includes Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, in both single-core and multi-core variants. The margins are consistent, ranging from 2.8% to 2.9% across all six tests. This means that in pure CPU rendering workloads, the AMD part holds a small but repeatable advantage. Its six cores and twelve threads give it a structural edge in multi-threaded tasks, while its single-core performance also leads, despite the Intel part's higher boost clock.

The Intel Core i7-11375H, on the other hand, wins in the context of its platform. It is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, designed for laptops. It includes integrated Iris XE graphics with 96 execution units, which the AMD part lacks entirely. For systems that do not have a discrete GPU, the Intel part can handle display output and basic graphics acceleration. The AMD part has no integrated graphics, so it requires a separate graphics card. Additionally, the Intel part has a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz compared to the AMD's 3.60 GHz, but that does not translate into a win in the recorded Cinebench single-core tests.

The database also shows that the Intel part has a higher average benchmark score (3018) and a higher percentile (52) compared to the AMD part (2909 and 51). However, this is because the Intel part includes Geekbench scores, which the AMD part does not have. In the shared Cinebench tests, the AMD part is ahead. So the use-case split is clear: the AMD part wins in rendering and multi-threaded desktop workloads, while the Intel part is the choice for mobile systems that need integrated graphics and lower power consumption.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different generations and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 uses the Zen architecture on a 14 nm process from GlobalFoundries, with 4,800 million transistors on a 192 mm² die. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. Its cache hierarchy includes 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. It supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure. It uses the AMD Socket AM4 and has an unlocked multiplier, meaning it can be overclocked. Its TDP is 65 W, and it is a desktop part.

The Intel Core i7-11375H uses the Tiger Lake-H architecture on a 10 nm process from Intel, with a die size of 146.1 mm². It has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 3.00 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. Its cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. It supports DDR4 memory in dual-channel mode with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. It has integrated Iris XE graphics with 96 execution units. It uses the Intel BGA 1449 socket, is a mobile part, and has a TDP of 28 W. Its multiplier is locked, so it cannot be overclocked. It also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part was released on 2021-01-10, while the AMD part was released on 2017-06-28.

These differences explain the benchmark results. The AMD part has more cores and threads, which helps in multi-threaded workloads. Its larger L3 cache (16 MB vs 12 MB) may also contribute. The Intel part has a higher boost clock and a smaller process node, but its lower core count and smaller cache likely hold it back in the Cinebench tests. The Intel part's integrated graphics and lower TDP make it suitable for thin-and-light laptops, while the AMD part's higher TDP and lack of iGPU target desktop builds with discrete graphics.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records six Cinebench tests where both processors have scores. In every one, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 wins. The margins are tight but consistent. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the AMD scores 1013 against Intel's 985, a 2.8% lead. In R15 single-core, AMD scores 142 vs 138, a 2.9% lead. In R20 multi-core, AMD scores 4224 vs 4105, a 2.9% lead. In R20 single-core, AMD scores 595 vs 579, a 2.8% lead. In R23 multi-core, AMD scores 10058 vs 9775, a 2.9% lead. In R23 single-core, AMD scores 1419 vs 1380, a 2.8% lead.

These results show that the AMD part is consistently ahead by roughly 3% across all Cinebench versions and both single and multi-core tests. The Intel part's higher boost clock (5.00 GHz vs 3.60 GHz) does not overcome the AMD part's architectural advantages. The AMD part's six cores and twelve threads give it a clear edge in multi-core, but even in single-core, it leads, suggesting that the Zen architecture's efficiency at the same clock speeds is superior in this workload.

The Intel part also has Geekbench scores in the database: 5383 multi-core and 1800 single-core. The AMD part does not have Geekbench scores, so a direct comparison is not possible. However, the average benchmark score for the Intel part is 3018, which is higher than the AMD's 2909. This is because the Geekbench scores are included in the average for the Intel part, while the AMD part only has Cinebench scores. When looking at the shared tests, the AMD part is the clear winner.

The Verdict

Based on the recorded data, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 is the better choice for pure CPU performance in the Cinebench suite. It wins all six head-to-head tests, with a consistent 2.8% to 2.9% margin. This makes it the stronger option for rendering, video encoding, and other multi-threaded desktop workloads. Its six cores and twelve threads, combined with a larger L3 cache, provide a solid foundation for productivity tasks. The unlocked multiplier also allows for overclocking, which could extend its lead further.

The Intel Core i7-11375H, however, is the better choice for mobile systems. Its 28 W TDP and integrated Iris XE graphics make it suitable for laptops where power efficiency and on-chip graphics are essential. It also has a higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which may benefit lightly threaded tasks that are not captured in the Cinebench tests. The Intel part's launch MSRP is $482, but that is not a factor in performance analysis. For users who need a processor for a desktop without a discrete GPU, the AMD part is not viable because it lacks integrated graphics. For users who need a laptop processor with decent CPU performance and integrated graphics, the Intel part is the only option of the two.

The database's percentile rankings place the Intel part at 52 and the AMD part at 51, indicating they are in the same performance tier overall. The Intel part's higher average score (3018 vs 2909) is due to the inclusion of Geekbench results, which are not available for the AMD part. In the shared Cinebench tests, the AMD part is ahead. Therefore, the verdict is: choose the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 for desktop multi-threaded workloads, and choose the Intel Core i7-11375H for mobile systems with integrated graphics.

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 i7-11375H has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the boost clocks of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has a boost clock of 3.60 GHz, and the Intel Core i7-11375H has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-11375H have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it has Iris XE graphics with 96 execution units. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 does not have integrated graphics.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 scores 10058, while the Intel Core i7-11375H scores 9775, giving the AMD part a 2.9% lead.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600 has a TDP of 65 W, and the Intel Core i7-11375H has a TDP of 28 W.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-11375H has an average benchmark score of 3018, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1600's 2909. However, the Intel part includes Geekbench scores, while the AMD part only has Cinebench scores.