AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE vs AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 represent two distinct design philosophies from AMD, separated by architecture generation and market segment. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is a desktop-oriented processor built on the mature Zen 3 architecture, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is a mobile-focused chip leveraging the newer Zen 5 architecture. Benchmark data from the database shows a clear performance hierarchy, with the Ryzen AI 9 365 winning 14 of 15 head-to-head comparisons, yet the single area where the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE prevails reveals a specific niche for the older part.

Where Each One Wins

The performance split between these two processors is heavily skewed towards the Ryzen AI 9 365. Across a broad range of computational tasks, from multi-core rendering to encryption and physics calculations, the Ryzen AI 9 365 consistently posts higher scores. This makes it the clear winner for demanding workloads such as 3D rendering, video encoding, software compilation, and any parallel processing task that can utilize its 10 cores and 20 threads. The data shows a substantial lead in multi-threaded scenarios, with the Ryzen AI 9 365 delivering significantly higher throughput in Cinebench multi-core tests and PassMark's multi-threaded and integer math benchmarks.

The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, with its 6 cores and 12 threads, holds a single but notable victory in the Cinebench R23 single-core test. This indicates that for lightly-threaded applications, such as legacy software, certain simulation tasks, or daily desktop responsiveness, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE can offer a slight advantage in raw single-thread speed. This is a specific use case where the older Zen 3 core's higher base clock of 3.40 GHz, compared to the Ryzen AI 9 365's 2.00 GHz base clock, appears to translate into a measurable performance edge. However, it is important to note that this win is an exception; the Ryzen AI 9 365 still wins the other single-thread test, PassMark single-thread, by a significant margin.

Therefore, the use-case split is clear. The Ryzen AI 9 365 is the superior processor for almost all productivity and content creation tasks that can leverage multiple cores. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is the better choice for specific single-threaded tasks where the Cinebench R23 score is representative of the workload, but its overall average benchmark score and percentile ranking place it well behind the newer chip.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different eras of AMD's design. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is based on the Zen 3 architecture with the codename Cezanne, manufactured on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It features a total of 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen AI 9 365 utilizes the Zen 5 architecture with the codename Strix Point, built on a more advanced 4 nm process. This newer part has 10 cores and 20 threads, and its generation is listed as Ryzen AI 300 (Zen 5 / Zen 5c), indicating a hybrid core configuration.

The cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a smaller L1 cache of 64 KB per core and an L2 cache of 512 KB per core, with a total of 16 MB of L3 cache. The Ryzen AI 9 365 features larger per-core caches, with 80 KB of L1 and 1 MB of L2 per core, and also has 16 MB of L3 cache. The larger L2 cache on the Ryzen AI 9 365 is a significant architectural advantage, as it can reduce latency for frequent data access patterns.

The integrated graphics solutions also differ. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is paired with a Radeon Vega 7, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 includes a Radeon 880M. The Ryzen AI 9 365 uses a newer and more capable integrated GPU, which is consistent with its mobile market segment. The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports DDR4 memory, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports the newer DDR5 and LPDDR5X standards. This memory support difference is tied to their respective sockets (AM4 vs. FP8) and platform generations.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark data provides a detailed picture of the performance gap. In the Cinebench R15 multi-core test, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 2842, which is 45% ahead of the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE's 1562. This massive delta is a direct result of the extra cores and threads. The single-core Cinebench R15 test shows a smaller, but still significant, 27.4% advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365, with scores of 303 versus 220.

The Cinebench R23 results are more nuanced. In the multi-core test, the Ryzen AI 9 365 wins with 18698 points against 15504, a 17.1% improvement. However, in the Cinebench R23 single-core test, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins with 2188 points versus 1992, a 9.8% advantage. This single-core win for the older chip is the only benchmark where it beats the newer processor.

PassMark results reinforce the Ryzen AI 9 365's dominance. In integer math, it scores 101831 versus 67582, a 33.6% lead. The floating point math test shows a 39.2% advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 365 (62802 vs. 38204). The gap widens in other tests: the Ryzen AI 9 365 is 58.1% faster in finding prime numbers (117 vs. 49) and 62% faster in the physics test (1704 vs. 648). In data compression, the Ryzen AI 9 365 scores 354510 versus 228037, a 35.7% lead. Even in the single-thread PassMark test, the Ryzen AI 9 365 wins with 3841 points versus 3240, a 15.6% advantage. The only PassMark test where the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE comes close is data encryption, where the Ryzen AI 9 365 is still 20.7% ahead.

Specification Differences

The following specifications are where the two processors differ:

• Cores: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 6 cores, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores.
• Threads: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 12 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 20 threads.
• Base Clock: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a base clock of 3.40 GHz, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a base clock of 2.00 GHz.
• Boost Clock: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a boost clock of 4.40 GHz, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.
• TDP: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a TDP of 28 watts.
• Socket: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 uses AMD Socket FP8.
• Architecture: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is based on Zen 3, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is based on Zen 5.
• Process Node: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is on a 7 nm process, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is on a 4 nm process.
• L1 Cache: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 64 KB per core, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 80 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 512 KB per core, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 1 MB per core.
• Memory Support: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports DDR4, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X.
• Memory Bandwidth: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has 89.6 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports ECC memory, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 does not.
• PCIe: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports PCIe Gen 3 (16 lanes), while the Ryzen AI 9 365 supports PCIe Gen 4 (16 lanes).
• Integrated Graphics: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE features Radeon Vega 7, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 features Radeon 880M.
• Market Segment: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is for Desktop, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 is for Mobile.
• Release Date: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE was released on 2024-05-06, while the Ryzen AI 9 365 was released on 2024-06-30.
• Die Size: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a die size of 180 mm², while the Ryzen AI 9 365 has a die size of 233 mm².
• Transistors: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 10,700 million transistors, while this data is not recorded for the Ryzen AI 9 365.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core tasks?

A: The AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 is significantly faster in multi-core tasks. It wins the Cinebench R15 multi-core test by 45% and the Cinebench R23 multi-core test by 17.1%. Its lead extends to PassMark multithread, where it scores 29467 versus 18057, a 38.7% advantage.

Q: Does the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE win any benchmark?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins the Cinebench R23 single-core test, scoring 2188 points compared to 1992 points for the Ryzen AI 9 365, a 9.8% advantage.

Q: What is the difference in core and thread counts?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Are the memory technologies different?

A: Yes, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Ryzen AI 9 365 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for these processors?

A: The Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a TDP of 65 watts. The Ryzen AI 9 365 has a lower TDP of 28 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Ryzen AI 9 365 has an average benchmark score of 40048, compared to 25880 for the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE. This places the Ryzen AI 9 365 in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE is in the 78th percentile.