AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G vs Intel Core 5 320 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data between the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G and Intel Core 5 320 shows a decisive split: AMD wins 11 of 17 recorded tests, Intel wins 6. The margin of victory, however, varies wildly by workload type.

The largest single gap appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the AMD scores 17,249 versus Intel's 6,197, a 178.3% advantage. That is the most lopsided result in the entire comparison. Cinebench R20 multi-core tells a similar story: AMD at 7,244 versus Intel at 5,462, a 32.6% lead. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD posts 1,738 against Intel's 1,054, a 64.9% margin. These results indicate AMD's 12 threads provide substantial parallel throughput advantages over Intel's 6 threads.

Single-core results are more nuanced. In Cinebench R15 single-core, Intel wins 276 to 245, an 11.2% lead. In PassMark single-thread, Intel again takes the win at 4,045 versus 3,241, a 19.9% margin. However, in Cinebench R20 single-core, AMD wins 1,022 to 771, a 32.6% lead, and in Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD wins 2,435 to 1,926, a 26.4% margin. The divergent single-core results across different Cinebench versions suggest the two processors respond differently to workload scaling within that benchmark suite.

PassMark integer math shows AMD's biggest non-Cinebench win: 67,561 versus 32,323, a 109% advantage. Data compression also favors AMD heavily: 255,608 versus 148,779, a 71.8% lead. Random string sorting goes to AMD at 25,253 versus 18,038, a 40% margin. Data encryption: AMD wins 15,253 to 10,984, a 38.9% lead. Extended instructions: AMD wins 17,944 to 13,262, a 35.3% margin. PassMark multithread: AMD wins 19,129 to 15,450, a 23.8% lead.

Intel's wins outside single-core tests are concentrated in specific PassMark workloads. Prime number finding shows Intel at 110 versus AMD's 49, a 55.5% advantage. Physics simulation: Intel scores 1,221 versus AMD's 686, a 43.8% lead. Floating point math: Intel wins 42,440 versus 38,649, an 8.9% margin. These three wins suggest Intel's architecture handles certain mathematical and physics-based computations more efficiently despite having half the threads.

The average benchmark score reinforces the overall picture: AMD's average is 28,032, while Intel's is 18,023. AMD sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, Intel at the 72nd. AMD's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE (delta -0.1%) and Intel Core i5-14500T (delta -0.1%), placing it in a tightly clustered performance band. Intel's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (delta 0.2%) and AMD Ryzen 5 3600XT (delta 0.7%), indicating it performs near older desktop processors.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. AMD uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm process. Intel uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a 3 nm process from Intel's own foundry. The process node gap is significant: 7 nm versus 3 nm.

Core counts match at 6 each, but threading diverges. AMD implements simultaneous multithreading, delivering 12 threads. Intel runs 6 threads with no SMT, halving the thread count. This explains much of the multi-core benchmark gap.

Cache layouts differ substantially. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, with 16 MB of shared L3. Intel lists 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3. AMD's larger L3 cache (16 MB versus 6 MB) likely contributes to its data compression and encryption advantages.

Memory support diverges by generation. AMD supports DDR4 with dual-channel access, delivering 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel access, delivering 59.7 GB/s. Despite Intel's higher bandwidth number, the single-channel configuration may limit real-world memory throughput in multi-threaded workloads.

PCIe capabilities differ: AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, Intel uses Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. ECC memory is supported on AMD but not on Intel.

Clock speeds show Intel with a higher boost ceiling: 4.60 GHz versus AMD's 4.40 GHz. Base clocks favor AMD dramatically: 3.90 GHz versus Intel's 1.50 GHz. The low Intel base clock reflects its 15 W TDP, while AMD runs at 65 W TDP.

Socket and form factor differ completely. AMD uses Socket AM4 for desktop. Intel uses BGA 1516, indicating a mobile-oriented soldered design. Market segments confirm this: AMD targets desktop, Intel targets mobile.

Foundry and transistor details: AMD's Cezanne packs 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Intel's transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database. Release dates place AMD at May 2024 and Intel at April 2026.

FAQ

Q: Why does the AMD processor win multi-core benchmarks by such large margins?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G has 12 threads versus Intel's 6 threads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, AMD scores 17,249 against Intel's 6,197, a 178.3% advantage. The thread count difference directly explains most of the multi-core gap.

Q: Where does Intel outperform AMD?

A: Intel wins in PassMark single-thread (4,045 versus 3,241, a 19.9% lead), prime number finding (110 versus 49, a 55.5% lead), physics simulation (1,221 versus 686, a 43.8% lead), and floating point math (42,440 versus 38,649, an 8.9% lead). Intel also wins Cinebench R15 single-core.

Q: How do the memory systems compare?

A: AMD uses DDR4 with dual-channel access and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with single-channel access and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. Intel's raw bandwidth figure is higher, but AMD's dual-channel design may provide better multi-threaded memory distribution.

Q: What are the TDP and clock differences?

A: AMD has a 65 W TDP with a 3.90 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost. Intel has a 15 W TDP with a 1.50 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. Intel's much lower base clock is offset by a higher boost ceiling.

Q: Which processor has better single-core performance?

A: The answer depends on the benchmark. Intel wins Cinebench R15 single-core and PassMark single-thread. AMD wins Cinebench R20 single-core by 32.6% and Cinebench R23 single-core by 26.4%. PassMark single-thread favors Intel by 19.9%.

Q: How do these processors rank against all CPUs?

A: AMD sits at the 80th percentile with an average benchmark score of 28,032. Intel sits at the 72nd percentile with an average score of 18,023. AMD's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE at only 0.1% behind.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G | Intel Core 5 320 |

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

| Threads | 12 | 6 |

| Base clock | 3.90 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.40 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Cezanne | Wildcat Lake |

| Process node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 180 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (total) |

| L2 cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2.5 MB (total) |

| L3 cache | 16 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | May 2024 | April 2026 |

The Verdict

The recorded data shows two processors aimed at entirely different deployment scenarios. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, Socket AM4 compatibility, and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 320 is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP, BGA 1516 socket, and 6 threads. They cannot be installed in the same systems, so the choice is largely predetermined by platform.

For multi-threaded desktop workloads, the AMD wins decisively. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,249 is 178.3% above Intel's 6,197. Data compression, integer math, encryption, and random string sorting all favor AMD by margins from 23.8% to 109%. The 16 MB L3 cache and dual-channel DDR4 support provide a solid foundation for these tasks.

For single-threaded and physics-oriented mobile workloads, the Intel holds advantages. PassMark single-thread at 4,045 versus 3,241 gives Intel a 19.9% edge. Prime number finding and physics simulation show Intel leading by 55.5% and 43.8% respectively. The 3 nm process and higher 4.60 GHz boost clock likely contribute to these wins.

The percentile rankings place AMD at 80th versus Intel's 72nd. AMD's average benchmark score of 28,032 is 55.5% higher than Intel's 18,023. These aggregate figures confirm AMD as the more capable processor overall in the recorded tests.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G wins in multi-threaded productivity: Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, integer math, multithread, and random string sorting. These workloads benefit from 12 threads, 16 MB L3 cache, and dual-channel memory. The 65 W TDP is acceptable for desktop systems where power draw is less constrained.

The Intel Core 5 320 wins in single-thread responsiveness and specific math workloads: PassMark single-thread, prime number finding, physics simulation, floating point math, and Cinebench R15 single-core. The 15 W TDP and 3 nm process make it suitable for mobile platforms where thermal and power budgets are tight. The 4.60 GHz boost clock delivers strong burst performance in lightly threaded tasks.

The database also shows Intel's single-channel memory configuration with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth does not prevent it from winning these specific tests. AMD's dual-channel DDR4 at 51.2 GB/s, while slower on paper, does not bottleneck its multi-threaded wins. Each processor wins where its architectural strengths align with workload characteristics.