AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G and Intel Core 3 201TE occupy very different positions in the desktop processor market. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has a substantial benchmark database footprint, while the Intel Core 3 201TE currently has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This makes direct numerical comparison impossible for most tests, but the available data on the AMD part, combined with the architectural and specification differences, provides a clear picture of relative capability.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G delivers strong multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,249 points, Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 7,244 points, and Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 1,738 points all point to consistent scaling across workload generations. Single-core results are equally solid: Cinebench R23 single-core at 2,435, Cinebench R20 single-core at 1,022, and Cinebench R15 single-core at 245.

PassMark results reinforce the AMD part's multi-threaded strength. The multi-thread score of 19,129, integer math score of 67,561, and floating point math score of 38,649 all suggest strong throughput in compute-heavy tasks. Data compression reaches 255,608, while encryption hits 15,253. Extended instruction performance is recorded at 17,944, and random string sorting at 25,253. Single-thread PassMark scores are listed at 3,241.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has no benchmark entries in the database. Its average benchmark score is 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed. The only quantitative comparison possible comes from the specification sheet, which shows a 4-core, 8-thread configuration versus the AMD's 6-core, 12-thread setup. The Intel part's boost clock of 4.60 GHz is higher than the AMD's 4.40 GHz, but the AMD part has a higher base clock at 3.90 GHz versus 2.90 GHz.

The percentile ranking separates the two clearly. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile. That is a 30-point gap in relative standing, which in percentile terms places the AMD part well above the median processor while the Intel part sits exactly at it.

The AMD part's nearest rivals provide context for its standing. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE scores 28,054 with a delta of -0.1% relative to the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G's average benchmark score of 28,032. The Intel Core i9-12900H scores 28,003 with a delta of +0.1%. The Intel Core i5-14500T scores 28,065 with a delta of -0.1%. The AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 scores 28,128 with a delta of -0.3%. These are all within a fraction of a percent of the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G, meaning the AMD part trades blows with a mobile H-series Intel chip and a lower-power Intel desktop chip.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G wins decisively in core count and thread count. Six cores and 12 threads versus four cores and eight threads gives the AMD part a 50% advantage in both metrics. This translates directly to multi-threaded workload performance, where the recorded Cinebench and PassMark scores demonstrate strong scaling. The AMD part also carries a larger L3 cache at 16 MB versus the Intel's 12 MB shared cache. L1 cache is 64 KB per core on the AMD versus 80 KB per core on the Intel, but the AMD's L2 is 512 KB per core versus 1.25 MB per core on the Intel.

The Intel Core 3 201TE wins on boost clock speed. Its 4.60 GHz maximum boost exceeds the AMD's 4.40 GHz by 200 MHz. For lightly threaded tasks that depend on a single core's maximum frequency, the Intel part has a nominal advantage, though no benchmark data exists to confirm real-world impact. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part is limited to DDR4. Memory bandwidth is higher on the Intel side at 76.8 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s. The Intel part's PCIe implementation is Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD part uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

The Intel part has a lower TDP at 45 watts versus 65 watts on the AMD. That 20-watt difference means the Intel part draws less power under load, though the AMD part's higher TDP also suggests more sustained performance headroom. The Intel part's process node is 10 nm versus 7 nm on the AMD part, with the AMD chip fabricated by TSMC and the Intel chip by Intel. Die size is 180 mm² for the AMD and 163 mm² for the Intel. The AMD part has 10,700 million transistors; the Intel part's transistor count is unlisted in the database.

The Intel part's integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD part uses Radeon Vega 7. Both support ECC memory. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The Intel part launched with an MSRP of $134; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G as the stronger processor for multi-threaded workloads. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration, 80th percentile ranking, and extensive benchmark scores all indicate a processor that handles parallel tasks with confidence. The Intel Core 3 201TE, with no recorded benchmarks and a 50th percentile ranking, cannot be positioned as a performance rival based on measured results.

For users who prioritize single-thread speed and maximum boost frequency, the Intel part's 4.60 GHz boost clock is the only specification advantage it holds. But without benchmark data, that advantage remains theoretical. The AMD part's single-core scores, including a Cinebench R23 single-core result of 2,435, are already strong.

The Intel part does offer advantages in platform features. DDR5 memory support, higher memory bandwidth, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity are all modern specifications that the AMD part lacks. The lower 45-watt TDP also makes the Intel part more efficient on paper. These factors matter for system builders who value memory flexibility and platform longevity.

The AMD part is the safer choice from a performance standpoint. Its benchmark scores place it in the 80th percentile, with nearest rivals including the Intel Core i9-12900H and Intel Core i5-14500T, both of which are within 0.3% of its average score. That is company worth keeping. The Intel Core 3 201TE has no such context, and its 50th percentile ranking indicates a mid-pack position at best.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G boosts to 4.40 GHz. The Intel part is 200 MHz higher.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G supports DDR4 only.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Core 3 201TE has a TDP of 45 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is at the 80th percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core 3 201TE is at the 50th percentile.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 201TE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the Intel Core 3 201TE, and its average benchmark score is 0.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process by TSMC. It is part of the 5000 series and the Ryzen 5 generation. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 3 generation, built on a 10 nm process by Intel. The AMD part contains 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel part's die size is 163 mm², with no transistor count recorded.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD part uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. The Intel part uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The AMD's larger L3 cache is a single 16 MB pool, while the Intel's L3 is 12 MB shared. L2 per core is substantially larger on the Intel side, but the AMD part has more cores to feed.

Memory architecture splits as well. The AMD part supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe implementation differs: the AMD part uses Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Intel part uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel part's memory bandwidth is 50% higher on paper, and its PCIe generation is two generations newer.

Integrated graphics also differ. The AMD part uses Radeon Vega 7, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part's socket is AMD Socket AM4, and the Intel part's socket is Intel Socket 1700. The AMD part's release date is May 6, 2024, and the Intel part's release date is January 12, 2025.

Specification Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads. Base clocks are 3.90 GHz for the AMD and 2.90 GHz for the Intel. Boost clocks are 4.40 GHz for the AMD and 4.60 GHz for the Intel. TDP is 65 watts for the AMD and 45 watts for the Intel.

Memory support: the AMD part supports DDR4 only, while the Intel part supports DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s for the AMD and 76.8 GB/s for the Intel. PCIe is Gen 3 with 16 lanes on the AMD and Gen 5 with 16 lanes on the Intel. Process node is 7 nm for the AMD and 10 nm for the Intel. Die size is 180 mm² for the AMD and 163 mm² for the Intel.

Cache differences: L1 is 64 KB per core on the AMD and 80 KB per core on the Intel. L2 is 512 KB per core on the AMD and 1.25 MB per core on the Intel. L3 is 16 MB on the AMD and 12 MB shared on the Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7 on the AMD and UHD Graphics 730 on the Intel. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $134; the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The AMD part's part number is 100-000001513, and the Intel part's part number is SRPKDQ5CK.