AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score in the database?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE records an average benchmark score of 66099, placing it in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D records an average score of 24709, placing it in the 77th percentile.

Q: How large is the performance gap in multi-threaded workloads?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 39190 versus 22366 for the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D, a delta of -42.9% from AMD's perspective. The PassMark multi-thread test shows 46107 for Intel versus 26318 for AMD, also a -42.9% delta.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark in the head-to-head comparison?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D wins the PassMark find prime numbers test with a score of 224 versus 198 for Intel, a delta of 13.1% in AMD's favor. This is the only head-to-head win for AMD out of 17 recorded tests.

Q: What are the single-thread performance differences?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in Cinebench R23 single-core with 5532 against 3157 for AMD, a -42.9% delta. In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 4573 versus 2970, a -35.1% delta.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 with 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D supports dual-channel DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: No. The Intel Core 9 273PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D has no integrated graphics (listed as N/A).

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is built on the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename, manufactured on TSMC's 7 nm process. It integrates 8,850 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on Intel's 10 nm process, with the database listing no transistor count or die size for this part.

Core configurations differ substantially. The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 12 cores and 24 threads. AMD's base clock is 3.00 GHz with a boost of 4.10 GHz. Intel's base clock is 3.40 GHz with a boost of 5.90 GHz. The power envelopes also differ: AMD is rated at 105 W TDP, Intel at 125 W TDP.

Cache hierarchies show distinct design choices. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 96 MB shared L3. The Intel Core 9 273PQE provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. AMD's larger L3 pool reflects the 3D V-Cache design approach in this generation, while Intel opts for larger per-core L2.

Memory support diverges clearly. AMD supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel access and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both processors support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity differs: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The Intel part includes UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics, whereas the AMD part has no integrated graphics solution. Both processors are locked (multiplier not unlocked) and target the desktop market segment. AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. The AMD processor launched on 2024-01-07, while the Intel processor launched on 2026-03-08.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head dataset contains 17 benchmark comparisons. Intel wins 16, AMD wins 1. The margins vary widely across workload types.

Cinebench results show consistent Intel dominance. In R15 multi-core, Intel scores 3950 versus AMD's 2254, a -42.9% delta. R15 single-core shows 557 versus 318, also -42.9%. R20 multi-core delivers 16459 versus 9393 (-42.9%), and R20 single-core gives 2323 versus 1325 (-43%). R23 multi-core records 39190 versus 22366 (-42.9%), while R23 single-core shows 5532 versus 3157 (-42.9%). Across all six Cinebench tests, the delta hovers near -43%, indicating a consistent performance ratio regardless of thread count.

PassMark tests reveal a wider spread of deltas. The largest gap appears in floating point math: Intel scores 125546 versus AMD's 46492, a -63% delta. Integer math shows 164629 versus 81257, a -50.6% delta. Extended instructions record 38743 versus 21202, a -45.3% delta. Data compression delivers 585752 versus 307237, a -47.5% delta. Data encryption shows 29636 versus 18788, a -36.6% delta. Random string sorting records 53167 versus 31492, a -40.8% delta. PassMark multi-thread shows 46107 versus 26318, a -42.9% delta. PassMark physics shows a narrow margin: 2754 versus 2686, only -2.5% delta. PassMark single-thread (listed twice in the dataset) records 4573 versus 2970, a -35.1% delta.

The single AMD win appears in find prime numbers. AMD scores 224, Intel scores 198, giving AMD a 13.1% advantage. This result stands out because the Intel part wins every other PassMark subtest by substantial margins, yet falls behind in this specific prime-number search workload. The pattern suggests AMD's cache architecture provides a measurable benefit for certain integer iteration patterns, although the overall multi-thread results still favor Intel heavily.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D | Intel Core 9 273PQE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base clock | 3.00 GHz | 3.40 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.10 GHz | 5.90 GHz |

| TDP | 105 W | 125 W |

| 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 | 96 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Vermeer | Bartlett Lake |

| Release date | 2024-01-07 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | $249 | $589 |

The specification table highlights the core count and cache trade-off. Intel offers 50% more cores and 50% more threads, plus a higher boost clock. AMD offers nearly three times the L3 cache (96 MB versus 36 MB). The memory bandwidth gap favors Intel by a factor of 1.75. PCIe generation favors Intel (Gen 5 versus Gen 4), though AMD provides more CPU lanes (20 versus 16).

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins across the overwhelming majority of recorded workloads. Its multi-core advantages are consistent: Cinebench R23 multi-core shows a 42.9% lead, PassMark multi-thread shows a 42.9% lead, and PassMark integer math shows a 50.6% lead. Floating point math delivers the largest relative advantage at 63%. Data compression, encryption, extended instructions, and random string sorting all favor Intel by margins ranging from 36.6% to 47.5%. Single-thread performance also belongs to Intel, with Cinebench R23 single-core leading by 42.9% and PassMark single-thread leading by 35.1%.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D wins exactly one head-to-head test: find prime numbers. Its 13.1% advantage in this specific workload indicates that the large 96 MB L3 cache can accelerate certain iterative integer operations. The physics test comes closest to a second AMD win, with Intel leading by only 2.5% (2754 versus 2686). Outside these two tests, AMD's deficits range from 35.1% to 63%.

The percentile data reinforces this split. Intel sits in the 93rd percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 66099. AMD sits in the 77th percentile with an average score of 24709. Intel's nearest rival, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus, scores 66159 (0.1% higher), while AMD's nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D, scores 24728 (0.1% higher). Both processors sit near the top of their respective peer groups, but those peer groups are far apart in absolute terms.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 9 273PQE outperforms the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D in 16 of 17 head-to-head benchmarks, with wins spanning every Cinebench test and nearly every PassMark subtest. The margins are substantial, typically exceeding 40% in multi-threaded workloads and exceeding 35% in single-threaded tests. The largest gap, floating point math, reaches 63%. The Intel processor also offers higher boost clocks, more cores, faster memory bandwidth with DDR5 support, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and integrated graphics.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D holds a single benchmark win in find prime numbers, where its 96 MB L3 cache appears to provide a meaningful advantage. Its 105 W TDP is 20 W lower than Intel's 125 W rating. The processor targets the AM4 platform and DDR4 memory, which may factor into platform-level considerations. Its launch MSRP is $249, compared to Intel's $589.

For workloads that demand maximum multi-threaded throughput, single-thread responsiveness, or floating point performance, the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the clear choice based on the data. The AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D only makes sense for applications that specifically benefit from its cache-heavy design, as evidenced by the prime number test result, or for users prioritizing lower power consumption and the AM4 platform. The database's percentile ranking places Intel in the 93rd percentile versus AMD's 77th, confirming the overall performance gap at a glance.