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

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a decisive overall victory for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, which wins 15 of the 17 recorded comparisons. The Intel Core 5 211TE manages only two wins, both in specialized PassMark workloads. The scale of the AMD advantage is substantial across most tests, with the single-threaded PassMark result being the most lopsided.

In Cinebench testing, the AMD processor is consistently ahead by roughly 27% across every version and workload type. The Cinebench R15 multicore test shows the AMD part scoring 1562 against Intel's 1229, a 27.1% delta. The single-core R15 result is nearly identical in margin, with AMD at 220 and Intel at 173, a 27.2% advantage. This pattern holds for Cinebench R20, where the AMD chip delivers 6511 multicore points versus 5124, and 918 single-core points versus 723. The R23 results continue the trend: AMD records 15504 multicore and 2188 single-core, while Intel manages 12201 and 1722 respectively. Each of these Cinebench deltas sits between 27% and 27.2%, indicating a stable performance gap that does not fluctuate with the workload intensity.

The PassMark suite reveals even larger discrepancies in several compute-heavy categories. The integer math test shows AMD scoring 67582 against Intel's 33991, a 98.8% lead, meaning the AMD processor delivers nearly double the throughput in that workload. Data encryption is the only test where AMD doubles Intel's output: AMD records 14509 while Intel manages 7231, a 100.6% delta. Extended instructions favor AMD by 82.4%, with scores of 15714 versus 8615. Floating point math also leans heavily toward AMD, showing 38204 against 26150, a 46.1% gap. Data compression results show AMD at 228037 compared to Intel's 133434, a 70.9% advantage. Random string sorting goes to AMD by 60.2%, with scores of 23769 and 14838. The multithread PassMark score favors AMD at 18057 versus 11685, a 54.5% delta.

The single-thread PassMark result is the standout outlier. AMD scores 3240, which is 130.1% higher than Intel's 1408. This is by far the largest relative difference in the entire comparison, and it suggests a fundamental efficiency gap in lightly threaded workloads that goes beyond the Cinebench single-core deltas.

The Intel Core 5 211TE claims its first win in the PassMark find prime numbers test, scoring 72 against AMD's 49, a 31.9% advantage in Intel's favor. Its second win comes in the PassMark physics test, where Intel records 1278 versus AMD's 648, a 49.3% lead. These two wins are isolated to specific algorithmic patterns. Prime number finding and physics simulations appear to be workloads where Intel's architecture has a structural advantage, despite losing nearly every other measured category by wide margins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing nodes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses TSMC's 7 nm process with 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses Intel's 10 nm process on a 215 mm² die. The database records no transistor count for the Intel part.

The core configurations differ significantly. AMD implements 6 cores and 12 threads, while Intel provides 10 cores and 16 threads. Despite having fewer cores, AMD wins most multithreaded tests, which indicates that per-core efficiency more than compensates for the core count deficit. The AMD architecture is Zen 3 under the Cezanne codename, while Intel uses the Bartlett Lake codename with no architecture field recorded.

Cache hierarchies reflect different design choices. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 16 MB L3 cache. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a 20 MB shared L3 cache. The Intel L2 allocation is notably larger per core, and its L3 is 4 MB larger overall, yet this cache advantage does not translate into benchmark victories outside the two specialized tests.

Memory support differs in scope. AMD supports DDR4 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses. The recorded memory bandwidth shows Intel at 76.8 GB/s versus AMD's 51.2 GB/s, a substantial theoretical bandwidth advantage for Intel. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation. AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives Intel a significant interface advantage for storage and expansion devices.

Integrated graphics also differ. AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The database does not record performance metrics for either integrated GPU, so a direct comparison is not possible from the available data.

Clock behavior presents an interesting contrast. AMD has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.40 GHz. Intel has a much lower base clock of 1.70 GHz but a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The wider gap between Intel's base and boost clocks suggests a more aggressive power-management strategy, while AMD's higher base clock likely contributes to its consistent lead in sustained workloads.

Power ratings differ, with AMD rated at 65 W TDP and Intel at 45 W TDP. Intel achieves its benchmark results within a lower thermal envelope, although its performance in most tests still trails the higher-TDP AMD part.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE records an average benchmark score of 25880, while the Intel Core 5 211TE records 15370. The AMD part also ranks in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, compared to Intel's 69th percentile.

Q: Does the Intel processor win any benchmarks at all?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 211TE wins two tests: PassMark find prime numbers with a score of 72 versus 49, and PassMark physics with a score of 1278 versus 648. Both wins are by substantial margins, at 31.9% and 49.3% respectively.

Q: How does the core count difference affect the results?

A: Intel has 10 cores and 16 threads, while AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite the core deficit, AMD wins the Cinebench R23 multicore test by 27.1% and the PassMark multithread test by 54.5%, indicating that per-core performance is the dominant factor in these comparisons.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The PassMark single-thread test shows the largest gap, with AMD scoring 3240 against Intel's 1408, a 130.1% difference in AMD's favor. This is the only test where the delta exceeds 100%.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory and records a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports DDR4 only, with a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: What are the release dates for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has a release date of May 6, 2024. The Intel Core 5 211TE has a release date of January 12, 2025. Both are listed as Active in production status.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every recorded specification field. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE uses 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 3.40 GHz for AMD and 1.70 GHz for Intel. Boost clocks are 4.40 GHz for AMD and 4.80 GHz for Intel. TDP ratings are 65 W for AMD and 45 W for Intel.

The sockets are incompatible. AMD uses Socket AM4, while Intel uses Socket 1700. The process nodes differ: AMD uses 7 nm from TSMC, while Intel uses 10 nm from its own foundry. The die sizes are 180 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. AMD lists 10,700 million transistors, while Intel has no recorded transistor count.

Cache allocations differ across all levels. 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 shared L3. Memory support differs as described, with Intel offering DDR5 in addition to DDR4. Memory bandwidth is 51.2 GB/s for AMD and 76.8 GB/s for Intel.

PCIe capabilities differ by generation. AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 7 for AMD and UHD Graphics 730 for Intel. The AMD part has a launch MSRP of $221, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD processor.

The architectures and codenames differ as well. AMD uses Zen 3 with the Cezanne codename, while Intel uses the Bartlett Lake codename with no architecture field recorded. The AMD processor belongs to the 5000 series, while Intel has no series recorded. Manufacturing processes, foundries, memory bus widths, ECC support, and market segments are shared or differ as noted above.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE wins in the vast majority of measured workloads. Its 27% lead across all Cinebench versions, both single-core and multicore, makes it the clear choice for rendering tasks, 3D modeling, and any application that relies on Cinebench-style CPU evaluation. The 54.5% lead in PassMark multithread and the 130.1% lead in PassMark single-thread reinforce this position for general productivity and desktop responsiveness.

AMD also dominates data-heavy workloads. The 70.9% advantage in data compression and the 100.6% advantage in data encryption indicate strong performance for file archiving, database workloads, and secure communications. The 98.8% lead in integer math and the 46.1% lead in floating point math cover a broad range of scientific computing and financial modeling scenarios. Extended instructions favor AMD by 82.4%, which benefits applications that use SIMD operations, such as multimedia processing and certain engineering simulations.

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in two specific areas. The PassMark physics test, where Intel leads by 49.3%, suggests an advantage for physics-based simulation workloads, including certain game physics calculations and engineering physics models. The PassMark find prime numbers test, where Intel leads by 31.9%, indicates stronger performance for prime-number generation tasks, which are relevant in cryptography research and number theory applications.

The Intel processor also offers platform-level advantages that are not captured in the benchmark scores. Its Gen 5 PCIe interface with 16 lanes provides newer connectivity for high-speed storage and expansion cards. Its support for DDR5 memory alongside DDR4 gives it future-proofing potential, and its 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth is significantly higher than AMD's 51.2 GB/s. The lower 45 W TDP makes it a more power-efficient option on paper, though the benchmark data shows AMD delivering far higher performance despite its higher 65 W rating. The Intel part also has a recorded launch MSRP of $221, while no launch MSRP is recorded for the AMD processor.

For users whose workloads align with the two Intel wins, the Core 5 211TE offers targeted advantages. For general computing, rendering, encryption, compression, and most productivity tasks, the data clearly favors the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE, which wins 15 of 17 recorded comparisons and holds a 78th percentile ranking versus Intel's 69th percentile.