AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U vs Intel Core i7-1195G7 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a split picture between these two mobile processors. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U wins four of the six recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core i7-1195G7 takes two. However, the margins matter as much as the raw win count.

The Intel part scores its biggest victory in Cinebench R23 multicore, where it posts 8803 against AMD's 6429. That is a 36.9% lead, the largest delta in either direction across the entire comparison. This is a decisive result for heavily threaded workloads in that specific benchmark. The Intel chip also edges out AMD in Geekbench single-core, scoring 1584 versus 1486, a 6.6% advantage. That is a modest but consistent win for lightly threaded tasks in that test.

The AMD processor dominates the older Cinebench R15 tests. In multicore, it scores 1207 versus Intel's 887, a 26.5% deficit for Intel. In R15 single-core, AMD scores 218 against Intel's 125, which translates to a 42.7% gap. That is the single largest percentage difference in the entire dataset, and it strongly favors AMD. The Ryzen also wins Geekbench multicore with 5577 against Intel's 4248, a 23.8% lead. This shows AMD's extra two cores and four threads paying off in a modern multi-threaded benchmark.

Interpreting these results requires acknowledging the odd pattern. Intel wins the newer Cinebench R23 multicore test by a wide margin, yet loses the older R15 multicore test by a wide margin. AMD wins R15 single-core by an enormous 42.7%, yet Intel wins Geekbench single-core. The data does not point to a single universally faster chip. It points to two different performance profiles that respond differently to specific test workloads. The average benchmark score across all recorded tests favors AMD slightly: 2713 versus 2638, a difference of about 2.8%. Both chips sit near the 50th percentile of all CPUs in the database, with AMD at 50 and Intel at 49. The nearest rivals for each confirm they occupy similar overall performance territory. Intel's closest competitors include the Core i9-8950HK at 2641 and the Core i7-5820K at 2642, both within 0.1% of its average. AMD's nearest rival list includes the Core i7-11390H at 2715 and the Ryzen 7 4700U at 2722, both within 0.3%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. Intel's Core i7-1195G7 uses the Tiger Lake architecture, built on Willow Cove cores, manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process. It is a 4-core, 8-thread part with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The die measures 144 mm². The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U uses Zen 3 architecture, specifically the Cezanne-U design, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. It packs 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The die is larger at 180 mm², and AMD lists 10,700 million transistors, a figure Intel does not provide for its part.

Cache configurations differ significantly. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. AMD uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The larger shared L3 on the AMD chip helps with data reuse across six cores, while Intel's larger per-core L2 gives each individual core more private capacity.

Power and platform specifications diverge sharply. Intel's TDP is 28 watts, while AMD's is 15 watts. That is a notable difference for mobile designs, where thermal headroom and battery life are critical. Intel uses the BGA 1449 socket, while AMD uses the FP6 socket. Both are soldered mobile platforms with no unlocked multipliers. Intel supports DDR4, LPDDR4, and LPDDR4X memory, while AMD lists only DDR4. Both use dual-channel memory buses, and AMD specifies a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s; Intel does not list a bandwidth figure. Intel's CPU provides PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while AMD provides PCIe Gen 3 with 8 lanes. This gives Intel an advantage in raw PCIe throughput and bandwidth for external devices.

Integrated graphics differ as well. Intel uses Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 with 96 execution units. AMD uses Radeon Vega 7. Neither chip supports ECC memory. Intel's production status is end-of-life, while AMD's is active. Intel launched on May 30, 2021, with a launch MSRP of $426. AMD launched earlier on March 15, 2021, and the database does not list a launch MSRP for it.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split recommendation. For users who prioritize single-core performance in modern benchmarks, the Intel Core i7-1195G7 offers a 6.6% edge in Geekbench single-core and a massive 36.9% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore. That R23 result is the strongest single data point in this comparison, and it makes Intel the pick for workloads that behave like that benchmark. The 5.00 GHz boost clock and 28 W TDP likely contribute to this result, though the database does not provide direct causal evidence.

For users who prioritize consistent multi-threaded performance across a range of tests, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U is the safer choice. It wins Cinebench R15 multicore by 26.5%, Cinebench R15 single-core by 42.7%, and Geekbench multicore by 23.8%. Its higher average benchmark score of 2713 versus Intel's 2638 reflects this broader strength. The 6-core, 12-thread configuration gives it a structural advantage in any workload that scales with core count, and the 15 W TDP means it delivers this performance at nearly half the thermal envelope. The active production status also makes AMD the more practical choice for new system designs, while Intel's part is end-of-life.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 boosts to 5.00 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U boosts to 4.20 GHz.

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

A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmark tests?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U wins four of the six recorded head-to-head tests. The Intel Core i7-1195G7 wins two.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark margin between the two?

A: In Cinebench R15 single-core, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U scores 218 against Intel's 125, a 42.7% difference. The largest Intel win is 36.9% in Cinebench R23 multicore.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U has 16 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core i7-1195G7 has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What are the power ratings for each chip?

A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 has a 28 W TDP. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U has a 15 W TDP.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-1195G7 wins in scenarios that resemble Cinebench R23 multicore. Its 8803 score there is 36.9% ahead of AMD, and it is the only modern multi-threaded test where Intel comes out on top. It also wins Geekbench single-core by 6.6%, making it the choice for lightly threaded tasks measured by that benchmark. The 5.00 GHz boost clock and 96 EU Iris Xe graphics suggest strong burst performance, though the database only confirms the CPU benchmark results. Users running workloads similar to Cinebench R23 should favor Intel.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U wins in every other measured scenario. It dominates Cinebench R15 in both single-core and multicore, with leads of 42.7% and 26.5% respectively. It wins Geekbench multicore by 23.8%, confirming its strength in broadly threaded tasks. The higher average benchmark score of 2713 versus 2638 gives AMD the overall edge in the database's aggregate metric. The 15 W TDP also makes it the better fit for thin-and-light laptops where thermal limits are strict. Users running mixed workloads, older benchmark-style applications, or any multi-threaded task that resembles R15 or Geekbench multicore should favor AMD.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Core i7-1195G7 | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 2.90 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.00 GHz | 4.20 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1449 | AMD Socket FP6 |

| Architecture | Tiger Lake | Zen 3 |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 144 mm² | 180 mm² |

| Transistors | Not listed | 10,700 million |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB per core | 64 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB per core | 512 KB per core |

| L3 Cache | 12 MB shared | 16 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR4, LPDDR4, LPDDR4X | DDR4 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not listed | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 96EU | Radeon Vega 7 |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Active |

| Release Date | 2021-05-30 | 2021-03-15 |

| Launch MSRP | $426 | Not listed |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |