AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains no direct head-to-head comparison runs for the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS versus the Intel Core 3 201TE. The head-to-head test matrix is empty, and neither processor records a win in direct competition. This absence of paired measurements means the comparison must rely on the standalone benchmark scores recorded for the AMD part and the architectural positioning of the Intel part, which has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS delivers a substantial set of standalone measurements. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 18,104 points, while its single-core result is 2,555 points. The Cinebench R20 run shows 7,603 multi-core and 1,073 single-core, and Cinebench R15 records 1,824 multi-core and 257 single-core. PassMark results include 21,465 for multithread, 3,561 for single-thread, 69,839 for integer math, 43,019 for floating-point math, 18,507 for extended instructions, 14,962 for data encryption, 246,446 for data compression, 30,235 for random string sorting, 71 for find prime numbers, and 1,043 for physics.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and its nearest rivals list is empty. Consequently, there are no exact numerical deltas to report between the two processors. The AMD part’s average benchmark score stands at 28,478, placing it in the 80th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel part sits in the 50th percentile with an average score of zero. The AMD processor’s nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E-2436 at 28,530 (delta of -0.2 percent), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS at 28,549 (delta of -0.2 percent), the Intel Core 5 220H at 28,574 (delta of -0.3 percent), and the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U at 28,379 (delta of 0.3 percent). These deltas indicate the 8640HS is effectively level with all four rivals, within a 0.3 percent band.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS uses the Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, belonging to the 8000 series. It is fabricated on a 4 nm process at TSMC, with 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename under the Core 3 generation, fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a 163 mm² die and no transistor count recorded. The AMD part is a mobile processor on AMD Socket FP7, while the Intel part is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700.

Core counts differ significantly. The AMD chip provides 6 cores and 12 threads, whereas the Intel chip provides 4 cores and 8 threads. Cache hierarchies also diverge. The AMD processor has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. The Intel L1 and L2 figures are larger per core, but the AMD L3 pool is larger overall.

Memory support separates the two as well. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: the AMD chip uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel chip uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics differ, with the AMD part using Radeon 760M and the Intel part using UHD Graphics 730.

Clock rates favor AMD. The 8640HS has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The 201TE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Thermal design power moves in the opposite direction: the AMD part is rated at 28 W, while the Intel part is rated at 45 W. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy, but the comparison is limited by the lack of Intel benchmark scores. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS is the only one of the two with measured results in the database. Its 80th percentile ranking and average score of 28,478 indicate it sits comfortably above the midpoint of all CPUs. The Intel Core 3 201TE has no measurements, so its 50th percentile ranking reflects an absence of data rather than a verified performance level.

For multi-threaded workloads, the AMD part’s 6 cores and 12 threads, combined with its 18,104 Cinebench R23 multi-core score, indicate strong parallel throughput. The Intel part’s 4 cores and 8 threads suggest a lower ceiling for heavily threaded tasks, but without scores, the magnitude of that gap cannot be quantified. The AMD part also carries a higher L3 cache (16 MB versus 12 MB) and higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s), both of which support data-intensive workloads.

For single-threaded tasks, the AMD part’s 3,561 PassMark single-thread score and 2,555 Cinebench R23 single-core score indicate strong per-core performance. The Intel part has a lower boost clock (4.60 GHz versus 4.90 GHz) and a different architecture, but again, no measured scores exist for direct comparison. The AMD part’s higher boost clock and newer 4 nm process suggest an advantage in clock-for-clock performance, but the Intel part’s larger per-core L1 and L2 caches could mitigate that in some access patterns.

Power characteristics favor AMD for constrained environments. The 8640HS draws 28 W, while the 201TE draws 45 W. The AMD part is also a mobile processor, which aligns with lower power operation. The Intel part is a desktop processor, which typically assumes a less constrained thermal envelope. For users building or selecting a system where energy use matters, the AMD part’s lower TDP is a measurable advantage. For desktop users who prioritize PCIe Gen 5 connectivity and DDR4 compatibility, the Intel part offers those specific features.

The database does not include pricing information for the AMD part, but the Intel part records a launch MSRP of $134. No value comparison is possible without an AMD price point.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on the following recorded specifications:

• Cores: 6 (AMD) versus 4 (Intel)
• Threads: 12 (AMD) versus 8 (Intel)
• Base Clock: 3.50 GHz (AMD) versus 2.90 GHz (Intel)
• Boost Clock: 4.90 GHz (AMD) versus 4.60 GHz (Intel)
• TDP: 28 W (AMD) versus 45 W (Intel)
• Socket: AMD Socket FP7 (AMD) versus Intel Socket 1700 (Intel)
• Codename: Hawk Point (AMD) versus Bartlett Lake (Intel)
• Process Node: 4 nm (AMD) versus 10 nm (Intel)
• Foundry: TSMC (AMD) versus Intel (Intel)
• Transistors: 25,000 million (AMD) versus not recorded (Intel)
• Die Size: 178 mm² (AMD) versus 163 mm² (Intel)
• L1 Cache: 64 KB per core (AMD) versus 80 KB per core (Intel)
• L2 Cache: 1 MB per core (AMD) versus 1.25 MB per core (Intel)
• L3 Cache: 16 MB shared (AMD) versus 12 MB shared (Intel)
• Memory Support: DDR5 (AMD) versus DDR4, DDR5 (Intel)
• Memory Bandwidth: 89.6 GB/s (AMD) versus 76.8 GB/s (Intel)
• PCIe: Gen 4, 20 lanes (AMD) versus Gen 5, 16 lanes (Intel)
• Integrated Graphics: Radeon 760M (AMD) versus UHD Graphics 730 (Intel)
• Market Segment: Mobile (AMD) versus Desktop (Intel)
• Release Date: 2024-04-15 (AMD) versus 2025-01-12 (Intel)
• Launch MSRP: not recorded (AMD) versus $134 (Intel)
• Part Number: 100-000001354 (FP7r2), 100-000001382 (FP7) (AMD) versus SRPKDQ5CK (Intel)

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What are the clock speed differences?

A: The AMD part has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel part has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports more memory types?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS supports only DDR5.

Q: How do the power ratings compare?

A: The AMD part has a TDP of 28 W. The Intel part has a TDP of 45 W.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS has 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8640HS and the Intel Core 3 201TE support ECC memory.

Q: What is the release timeline for these processors?

A: The AMD part was released on 2024-04-15. The Intel part was released on 2025-01-12.