AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE vs Intel Core 7 253PQE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE and the Intel Core 7 253PQE occupy different tiers of the desktop processor market, and the benchmark data reflects a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD chip is a 6-core, 12-thread Zen 3 part built for efficiency on the AM4 platform, while the Intel chip is a 10-core, 20-thread Bartlett Lake processor with a high boost clock. Across all 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, the Intel Core 7 253PQE takes every single win, leaving the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE with zero victories. This is not a close contest; it is a decisive generational and architectural gap.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a total sweep for the Intel Core 7 253PQE, so the use-case split is defined by the magnitude of its advantage rather than by any category where the AMD chip leads. The Intel processor wins in every measured workload, ranging from single-threaded responsiveness to heavily parallel compute. The smallest margin of victory appears in PassMark single-thread performance, where Intel leads by 26.2% (3240 vs 4389). This indicates that even in lightly threaded tasks, the Intel part holds a substantial edge, though this is its narrowest win.

For multi-threaded and integer-heavy workloads, the Intel advantage grows significantly. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel chip scores 31390 against the AMD's 15504, a 50.6% lead. PassMark integer math shows a 51% gap (137795 vs 67582). The largest deltas appear in specialized math tests: PassMark physics shows a 78.2% deficit for the AMD chip (648 vs 2970), and PassMark find prime numbers shows a 76.2% gap (49 vs 206). These results point to the Intel processor being the clear choice for any compute-heavy application such as rendering, scientific simulation, or code compilation.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE still holds a place in the database as a capable desktop processor, but its wins are contextual rather than comparative. It sits in the 78th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Intel Core 7 253PQE sits in the 91st percentile. The AMD chip's average benchmark score is 25880, placing it near rivals like the Intel Core i7-11700K (25812, 0.3% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 5 230 (25782, 0.4% delta). The Intel chip's average score of 55919 places it near the Intel Core i9-14900HX (56004, -0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 (56273, -0.6% delta). The AMD processor is competitive with older high-end parts; the Intel processor competes with modern flagship mobile and desktop silicon.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different manufacturing and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE uses the Zen 3 architecture on a 7 nm TSMC process, with the codename Cezanne. It integrates 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm Intel process, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database. The process node difference is significant: the AMD chip uses a smaller node from TSMC, while Intel uses its own larger 10 nm node.

Core configuration differs sharply. The AMD part has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel part has 10 cores and 20 threads. Cache hierarchies also diverge. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 33 MB shared L3. The Intel chip has both a larger per-core L2 and a much larger shared L3 pool, which helps explain its strong showing in multi-threaded and memory-sensitive tests.

Memory support is another differentiator. The AMD chip supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel memory and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. That 75% bandwidth advantage (89.6 vs 51.2) is substantial and likely contributes to the Intel chip's lead in data-heavy workloads like PassMark data compression (487335 vs 228037) and random string sorting (54222 vs 23769).

PCIe generation also differs. AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives the Intel platform higher potential for fast storage and expansion, though the benchmark data does not directly measure PCIe throughput. Both chips support ECC memory, and both have integrated graphics: AMD uses Radeon Vega 7, Intel uses UHD Graphics 770. The AMD chip is locked (multiplierUnlocked: false) and the Intel chip is also locked. The AMD part fits Socket AM4, while the Intel part fits Socket 1700.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows consistent results. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel scores 3163 versus AMD's 1562, a 50.6% gap. In R15 single-core, Intel scores 446 versus 220, a 50.7% gap. The R20 suite follows the same pattern: multi-core is 13183 versus 6511 (50.6% gap), and single-core is 1861 versus 918 (50.7% gap). R23 multi-core sees Intel at 31390 versus 15504 (50.6% gap), and R23 single-core sees Intel at 4431 versus 2188 (50.6% gap). These near-identical percentages across all Cinebench versions suggest a consistent architectural advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

PassMark tests reveal where the Intel chip stretches its lead. Floating point math shows Intel at 105279 versus 38204, a 63.7% gap. This is one of the larger deltas and indicates strong FPU performance. Physics simulation shows the biggest gap in the entire set: Intel at 2970 versus 648, a 78.2% deficit for AMD. Prime number finding shows Intel at 206 versus 49, a 76.2% gap. These math-heavy tests expose the core count and clock speed differences most clearly.

The narrowest Intel win is in PassMark single-thread, where it scores 4389 versus 3240, a 26.2% gap. This is the only test where the AMD chip gets within 30% of the Intel part. Data compression shows Intel at 487335 versus 228037, a 53.2% gap. Data encryption shows Intel at 25515 versus 14509, a 43.1% gap. Extended instructions show Intel at 32390 versus 15714, a 51.5% gap. Integer math shows Intel at 137795 versus 67582, a 51% gap. Multithread testing shows Intel at 41656 versus 18057, a 56.7% gap. Random string sorting shows Intel at 54222 versus 23769, a 56.2% gap.

The Verdict

The recorded data indicates that the Intel Core 7 253PQE is the superior processor in every measured benchmark. Its 91st percentile ranking versus the AMD's 78th percentile places it in a different performance class entirely. The Intel chip's average benchmark score of 55919 is more than double the AMD's 25880, a 116% increase. For users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput, the Intel processor delivers 50.6% higher Cinebench R23 multi-core scores. For single-thread responsiveness, it delivers 26.2% higher PassMark single-thread scores. The Intel chip also offers a higher boost clock (5.70 GHz vs 4.40 GHz), higher base clock (3.50 GHz vs 3.40 GHz), and a 125 W TDP versus the AMD's 65 W TDP.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE remains relevant for its platform and efficiency profile. It uses the AM4 socket, which is a mature ecosystem, and its 65 W TDP suggests lower power draw, though the database does not record actual power consumption. Its 7 nm process node and 10,700 million transistors indicate a denser design than Intel's 10 nm process. The AMD chip is competitive with older high-end parts like the Intel Core i7-11700K (0.3% difference in average score) and the AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (-0.4% difference). It is not competitive with the Intel Core 7 253PQE, which sits alongside the Intel Core i9-14900HX and AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 in performance.

The database shows no workload where the AMD chip wins. Users on a strict AM4 platform or those prioritizing lower TDP should consider the Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE. Users who require maximum performance across all measured categories should select the Intel Core 7 253PQE. The Intel chip's launch MSRP is $409, which can be stated once as a reference point. The AMD chip has no recorded launch MSRP.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins all single-threaded tests. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 4389 versus the AMD's 3240, a 26.2% lead. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 4431 versus 2188, a 50.6% lead.

Q: How large is the multi-core performance gap?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE leads by approximately 50.6% across all Cinebench multi-core tests. In R23 multi-core, it scores 31390 versus the AMD's 15504. In PassMark multithread, the gap is 56.7% (41656 versus 18057).

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 10 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE supports only DDR4, with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: How do the processors compare in the database percentile rankings?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE sits in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE sits in the 78th percentile. The Intel chip's average benchmark score is 55919, versus the AMD's 25880.

Q: What is the largest single benchmark gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark physics, where the Intel Core 7 253PQE scores 2970 versus the AMD's 648, a 78.2% difference. PassMark find prime numbers is close behind at 76.2% (206 versus 49).

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655GE | Intel Core 7 253PQE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 12 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.40 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | None recorded |

| Codename | Cezanne | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 7 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 33 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 7 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $409 |

| Part Number | 100-000001514 | SA4QA |