AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PE dominates the recorded benchmark suite, winning 15 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE takes only two wins, both in single-thread PassMark tests. The margin in most multi-threaded workloads is substantial, often exceeding 40%. The Intel part leads the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with a score of 31288 against the AMD's 18395, a 41.2% deficit for the AMD. The R23 single-core result shows a similar gap: Intel at 4417, AMD at 2597, again a 41.2% difference.

The pattern repeats across Cinebench R15 and R20. In R15 multi-core, Intel scores 3153 versus AMD's 1854 (41.2% behind). In R15 single-core, Intel scores 445 versus 261 (41.3% behind). The R20 runs show Intel at 13140 multi-core and 1855 single-core, with AMD at 7725 and 1090 respectively, both deltas at 41.2%. The consistency of these percentage gaps across all Cinebench versions indicates a stable performance ratio rather than workload-specific variation.

PassMark integer math shows Intel at 139410 versus AMD's 63045, a 54.8% lead. Floating-point math widens further: Intel at 107884, AMD at 39233, a 63.6% gap. Prime number finding shows the largest delta at 59.1% (Intel 203, AMD 83). Physics simulation follows at 60.4% (Intel 3120, AMD 1237). Data compression favors Intel at 405885 versus 248675 (38.7%). Data encryption shows Intel at 22719 versus 14163 (37.7%). Extended instructions see Intel at 24630 versus 17999 (26.9%). Random string sorting has Intel at 45098 versus 31240 (30.7%). The multithreaded PassMark score puts Intel at 36810 and AMD at 21502, a 41.6% gap.

The AMD's only wins come in PassMark single-thread testing, where it scores 3909 against Intel's 3650, a 7.1% advantage. This appears in both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread entries with identical values. The AMD's 5.00 GHz boost clock and Zen 4 architecture deliver a measurable single-thread edge, though the Intel's higher 5.70 GHz boost does not overcome it in this specific workload.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is built on TSMC's 4 nm process with Zen 4 architecture under the Phoenix2 codename. It packs 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PE uses Intel's 10 nm process with the Bartlett Lake codename and packs 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double each count. The Intel die is fabricated by Intel's own foundry, while AMD outsources to TSMC. The AMD die measures 137 mm² and contains 20,900 million transistors; the Intel die size and transistor count are not recorded in the database.

Cache hierarchies differ sharply. AMD allocates 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. Intel assigns 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. The Intel L3 is more than double the AMD's shared pool, which helps in multi-threaded workloads with large working sets. The AMD's smaller per-core L1 and L2 do not compensate for the aggregate difference.

Memory support also diverges. AMD supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel access and a recorded bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a slightly higher recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 14 CPU lanes, Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel's newer PCIe generation and higher lane count offer more expansion headroom for GPUs and NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses Radeon 740M, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The socket and platform targets are not shared: AMD uses Socket AM5, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD is classified as a Mobile segment part, while Intel is Desktop. The release dates are distinct, with AMD appearing in April 2024 and Intel in March 2026.

The Verdict

The recorded data points to a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 9 273PE holds a 90th percentile position across all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE sits at the 80th percentile. The average benchmark score reflects this: Intel at 49845, AMD at 28054. The Intel's nearest rivals include AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 (0.1% ahead), Intel Core i5-14600KF (0.9% behind), Intel Core i9-13980HX (1.1% ahead), and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 (1.2% ahead). The AMD's nearest rivals include Intel Core i5-14500T (0% delta), AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5655G (0.1% ahead), Intel Core i9-12900H (0.2% ahead), and AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 (0.3% behind). These positions confirm that the Intel part competes in a higher performance class.

For users prioritizing multi-threaded throughput, the Intel is the only choice from this data. Its 41-64% leads across Cinebench and PassMark workloads are decisive. The AMD offers a single-thread advantage of 7.1% in PassMark, which may benefit lightly threaded applications, but the Intel's single-core Cinebench scores are 41% higher. The Intel's double core and thread count, larger L3 cache, and higher boost clock explain most of the gap. The AMD's lower 35 W TDP versus Intel's 65 W TDP suggests different power envelopes, though power consumption figures beyond TDP are not recorded.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, exactly double the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE's 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the single-thread performance difference?

A: The AMD wins PassMark single-thread with a score of 3909 versus Intel's 3650, a 7.1% margin. However, in Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 4417 against AMD's 2597, a 41.2% lead for Intel.

Q: Which processor supports a wider range of memory types?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses, with Intel recording 89.6 GB/s bandwidth and AMD recording 83.2 GB/s.

Q: How large is the L3 cache difference?

A: The Intel has 36 MB shared L3 cache, while the AMD has 16 MB shared L3. Intel's L3 is more than double the AMD's capacity.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The AMD uses a 4 nm process from TSMC, while the Intel uses a 10 nm process from Intel's own foundry.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE is at the 90th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE is at the 80th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins every multi-threaded benchmark in the database. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core tests all show Intel ahead by 41.2%. PassMark multithread shows Intel ahead by 41.6%. The largest Intel advantage appears in floating-point math at 63.6%, followed by physics at 60.4% and prime number finding at 59.1%. Integer math trails at 54.8%. These results indicate the Intel is suited for rendering, scientific computation, and heavily parallel workloads. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration with 36 MB L3 provides the resources needed for such tasks.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE wins only the PassMark single-thread test, with a 7.1% margin over Intel. This suggests a narrow advantage for applications that are strictly single-threaded and sensitive to raw per-core performance. The AMD's 5.00 GHz boost clock and Zen 4 architecture deliver this edge. However, the Intel's Cinebench single-core results are much higher, so the AMD's PassMark win does not generalize across all single-thread workloads. The AMD also carries a 35 W TDP versus Intel's 65 W, which may make it preferable in power-constrained environments, but no thermal or efficiency benchmarks are recorded.

Specification Differences

| Field | AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8500GE | Intel Core 9 273PE |

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

| Cores | 6 | 12 |

| Threads | 12 | 24 |

| Base clock | 3.40 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.00 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Phoenix2 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 20,900 million | Not recorded |

| Die size | 137 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 16 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 14 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon 740M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | April 2024 | March 2026 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $549 |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | No |