AMD Ryzen 7 260 vs Intel Core 7 251E Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the AMD Ryzen 7 260 and the Intel Core 7 251E. The head-to-head comparison table is empty, and neither processor has a recorded win count in direct matchups. However, the available benchmark data for the AMD Ryzen 7 260 can be interpreted against the Intel Core 7 251E's lack of recorded scores.

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,211.5 and a single-core score of 1,770.5. In Cinebench R15, it records 2,747.5 multi-core and 276.5 single-core. These results place the AMD processor at the 88th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel Core 7 251E, by contrast, has no benchmark scores recorded, leaving its percentile at 50 and its average benchmark score at zero. The data indicates that any performance comparison must rely solely on the AMD side, as the Intel side lacks measurable results.

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 also shows substantial throughput in PassMark tests. Its data compression score reaches 351,517, while data encryption hits 20,267. Extended instructions score 26,544, and floating point math reaches 59,462. Integer math records 96,737, and multithread performance scores 28,078. Single-thread performance sits at 3,736, with physics at 1,218 and random string sorting at 42,383. Prime number finding scores 77. These figures establish a baseline for the AMD processor, but with no Intel scores in the database, the head-to-head section remains one-sided.

Given the absence of Intel benchmark data, the only quantitative comparison available is the AMD Ryzen 7 260's average benchmark score of 43,717 against its nearest rivals. The closest competitor, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745, averages 43,704, a delta of 0 percent. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 averages 43,689, a 0.1 percent difference. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 averages 43,431, a 0.7 percent gap, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 averages 43,326, a 0.9 percent difference. These deltas show the Ryzen 7 260 sits at the top of its immediate peer group, though the margins are narrow.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split between these two processors is stark. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 uses a Zen 4 architecture under the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. It contains 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Core 7 251E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with 24 cores and 32 threads. Its base clock is 2.10 GHz and boost clock is 5.60 GHz. The process node difference alone suggests distinct power and density characteristics, with the AMD part using a smaller node.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel Core 7 251E has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Intel part carries more cache at every level, which may influence workloads that rely on large working sets. The transistor count for the AMD processor is 25,000 million, with a die size of 178 mm². The Intel processor has no recorded transistor count but a die size of 257 mm².

Memory support also diverges. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 7 251E supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part adds ECC memory support, while the AMD part does not. PCIe capabilities differ as well: the AMD processor uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel processor uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part integrates a Radeon 780M GPU, whereas the Intel part integrates UHD Graphics 770.

Power and socket specifications separate the two further. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has a TDP of 45 watts and uses AMD Socket FP8, targeting the mobile segment. The Intel Core 7 251E has a TDP of 65 watts and uses Intel Socket 1700, targeting the desktop segment. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part was released on January 5, 2025, while the Intel part followed on January 12, 2025. The Intel Core 7 251E has a launch MSRP of $384.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 260 shows clear strengths in the recorded data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 17,211.5 indicates strong parallel throughput, and the single-core score of 1,770.5 suggests solid per-thread performance. The PassMark multithread score of 28,078 and single-thread score of 3,736 reinforce that the processor handles both heavily threaded and lightly threaded workloads effectively. The data compression score of 351,517 points to efficient handling of data-heavy tasks, while the encryption score of 20,267 and extended instructions score of 26,544 indicate capable cryptographic and SIMD work.

The Intel Core 7 251E cannot be assigned wins in any category because the database contains no benchmark results for it. With no recorded scores, there is no measurable basis for claiming a win in any workload. The processor's specifications suggest potential advantages: 24 cores and 32 threads versus the AMD's 8 cores and 16 threads, a higher boost clock of 5.60 GHz, and a larger 36 MB L3 cache. However, specifications alone do not translate to performance wins in the absence of benchmark data.

In workloads where the AMD processor's data is available, it demonstrates a balanced profile. The floating point math score of 59,462 and integer math score of 96,737 show robust arithmetic performance. The physics score of 1,218 and random string sorting score of 42,383 round out a diverse set of capabilities. The prime number finding score of 77, while low in absolute terms, reflects the specific nature of that test rather than a general weakness.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the database, the AMD Ryzen 7 260 is the only processor with measurable performance data. Its average benchmark score of 43,717 places it at the 88th percentile among all CPUs, and it leads its nearest rivals by margins ranging from 0 to 0.9 percent. The Intel Core 7 251E has an average benchmark score of zero and sits at the 50th percentile, which reflects the absence of recorded results rather than actual performance.

For a user selecting between these two based on the data, the AMD Ryzen 7 260 offers verified performance across multiple benchmark categories. The Intel Core 7 251E offers a higher core count, higher boost clock, larger cache, and ECC memory support, along with a launch MSRP of $384, but no benchmark evidence in the database to support a performance claim. The AMD part also carries a lower TDP of 45 watts versus 65 watts, which may matter in power-sensitive scenarios.

The data does not support a definitive performance winner because the Intel side lacks measurements. The AMD Ryzen 7 260 wins on the basis of available evidence, but the Intel Core 7 251E's specifications indicate it could compete in multi-threaded scenarios if benchmarked. The verdict from the database is that the AMD Ryzen 7 260 is the better-documented choice, while the Intel Core 7 251E remains an unmeasured variable.

FAQ

Q: What is the AMD Ryzen 7 260's average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has an average benchmark score of 43,717, placing it at the 88th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 251E have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the Intel Core 7 251E has no benchmark scores in the database, resulting in an average benchmark score of zero and the 50th percentile.

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 7 251E has 24 cores and 32 threads.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260 supports DDR5 only, while the Intel Core 7 251E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 7 251E?

A: The Intel Core 7 251E has a launch MSRP of $384.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 7 260 compare to its nearest rivals in average score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 260's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 with an average score of 43,704 and a 0 percent delta. The AMD Ryzen 7 170 averages 43,689 (0.1 percent delta), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 averages 43,431 (0.7 percent delta), and the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 averages 43,326 (0.9 percent delta).