AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive overall result: the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 211TE takes only 2. The margin of victory, however, varies drastically by workload type, which makes this comparison more nuanced than a simple win count.

In Cinebench testing, the AMD part is consistently ahead by roughly 41% across every version and workload. In R15 multicore, the AMD scores 1738 against Intel's 1229, a 41.4% advantage. The single-core R15 result shows 245 versus 173, also a 41.6% gap. R20 multicore repeats the pattern at 7244 versus 5124 (41.4%), and R20 single-core is 1022 versus 723 (41.4%). R23 multicore delivers 17249 versus 12201, and R23 single-core is 2435 versus 1722, both again at 41.4%. These consistent deltas suggest a fundamental per-clock or architectural efficiency advantage for the AMD design across all Cinebench generations.

The Passmark suite reveals even larger disparities in several specialized tests. The single-threaded Passmark score shows the AMD at 3241 versus Intel's 1408, a massive 130.2% lead. This is the largest single-core gap in the entire dataset. Data encryption shows a 110.9% advantage for AMD (15253 versus 7231), and extended instructions follow closely at 108.3% (17944 versus 8615). Integer math gives AMD a 98.8% edge (67561 versus 33991), while data compression shows a 91.6% lead (255608 versus 133434). Floating-point math is less extreme but still decisive at 47.8% (38649 versus 26150). Random string sorting favors AMD by 70.2% (25253 versus 14838), and the multithreaded Passmark score shows a 63.7% gap (19129 versus 11685).

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins two specific tests, and both reveal its strengths. In Passmark physics, Intel scores 1278 against AMD's 686, a 46.3% advantage. This is the largest single delta in either direction. In find prime numbers, Intel posts 72 versus AMD's 49, a 31.9% lead. These results indicate that the Intel part handles certain integer-iteration and physics-style workloads substantially better, despite losing most other comparisons.

Looking at the overall database position, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 28032. Its nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (28054, 0.1% behind), the Intel Core i5-14500T (28065, 0.1% behind), and the Intel Core i9-12900H (28003, 0.1% ahead). The Intel Core 5 211TE, by contrast, sits at the 69th percentile with an average score of 15370. Its nearest rivals are server and mobile parts: the AMD EPYC 7543 (15477, 0.7% behind), the AMD EPYC 7702P (15130, 1.6% behind), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (15682, 2% ahead), and the Intel Core i3-1315U (15022, 2.3% behind). The average score gap between the two compared CPUs is 12662 points, which places them in different performance tiers entirely.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher single-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 2435 versus 1722 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a 41.4% lead. In Passmark single-thread, the AMD scores 3241 versus 1408, a 130.2% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel part win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, it wins two tests. Passmark physics shows Intel at 1278 versus AMD's 686, a 46.3% edge, and passmark find prime numbers shows Intel at 72 versus AMD's 49, a 31.9% lead.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The AMD part is substantially ahead. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 17249 versus 12201 (41.4%), and Passmark multithread shows 19129 versus 11685 (63.7%). The AMD's 6 cores with 12 threads outperform Intel's 10 cores with 16 threads in these tests.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has an average benchmark score of 28032, while the Intel Core 5 211TE averages 15370. That is a difference of 12662 points in favor of AMD.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G boosts to 4.40 GHz. Despite the higher boost clock, Intel loses all single-core Cinebench tests.

Q: How does the Intel CPU compare to its own nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 (0.7% ahead of Intel), the AMD EPYC 7702P (1.6% behind), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (2% ahead), and the Intel Core i3-1315U (2.3% behind). It sits at the 69th percentile of all CPUs.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G as the stronger overall performer in nearly every recorded benchmark category. Its 41.4% advantage across all Cinebench versions indicates a consistent architectural edge in both single-core and multi-core rendering workloads. The Passmark results amplify this conclusion, with the AMD part leading by 63.7% in multithread, 130.2% in single-thread, and over 90% in compression, encryption, extended instructions, and integer math.

The Intel Core 5 211TE is not without merit. Its physics score of 1278 versus 686 represents a 46.3% win, and its find prime numbers result of 72 versus 49 shows a 31.9% advantage. These two wins suggest that for specific workloads involving physics calculations or prime-number iteration, the Intel part delivers meaningfully better results. However, these are isolated successes in a dataset where AMD wins 15 of 17 comparisons.

The percentile rankings reinforce the separation: AMD sits at the 80th percentile, while Intel sits at the 69th. The average benchmark score of 28032 for AMD versus 15370 for Intel places these processors in different performance classes. For users prioritizing overall throughput, rendering, encryption, compression, or general single-threaded responsiveness, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is the clear choice based on recorded data. For workloads specifically centered on physics simulation or prime-number processing, the Intel Core 5 211TE holds a documented advantage.

Specification Differences

The two CPUs differ in nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ significantly: AMD runs at 3.90 GHz, while Intel runs at 1.70 GHz. Boost clocks reverse this: Intel reaches 4.80 GHz, AMD reaches 4.40 GHz. Thermal design power differs, with AMD rated at 65 and Intel at 45.

Sockets are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD part is built on a 7 nm process from TSMC, while Intel uses a 10 nm process from Intel. Die size differs, with AMD at 180 mm² and Intel at 215 mm². Transistor count is listed for AMD at 10,700 million, while Intel's transistor count is not recorded.

Cache configurations differ substantially. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB L3 shared. Memory support differs: AMD supports DDR4 only, Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but bandwidth differs: AMD lists 51.2 GB/s, Intel lists 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe generations differ: AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Integrated graphics differ: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Release dates differ, with AMD released on 2024-05-06 and Intel on 2025-01-12. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221; AMD has no recorded launch MSRP.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Cezanne, part of the 5000 series. It is a 7 nm design from TSMC with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, a 10 nm design from Intel on a 215 mm² die. Intel's architecture field is not recorded, but the codename and generation indicate a distinct design lineage from the 5000 series.

Cache architecture differs beyond total capacity. AMD uses a per-core L1 of 64 KB and per-core L2 of 512 KB, with a 16 MB L3. Intel uses a per-core L1 of 80 KB and per-core L2 of 1.25 MB, with a 20 MB L3 shared. The larger per-core L2 on Intel suggests a different latency and bandwidth profile, though benchmark results do not show a consistent advantage from this configuration.

Memory architecture differs in supported generations and bandwidth. AMD is limited to DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with 76.8 GB/s. This gives Intel a theoretical memory bandwidth advantage of 25.6 GB/s, yet the benchmark data shows AMD winning most memory-sensitive workloads. The integrated graphics differ as well: AMD's Radeon Vega 7 versus Intel's UHD Graphics 730, though no graphics benchmarks are recorded in this dataset.

PCIe connectivity differs by two generations: AMD provides Gen 3, Intel provides Gen 5. Both provide 16 CPU-only lanes. The production status for both is Active, and both have locked multipliers. The AMD part carries part number 100-000001513, while Intel carries SRQDL. The Intel part's launch MSRP of $221 is recorded, while AMD's is not.