AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two desktop processors into clear domains of strength. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT wins 14 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the Intel Core 5 211E takes only 3. The AMD part dominates in rendering workloads, multi-threaded productivity, encryption, and physics simulations. The Intel part counters in floating-point math and single-threaded PassMark tests.

For multi-core rendering, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is the decisive pick. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 23,794 against Intel's 20,389, a 16.7% advantage. That gap repeats across Cinebench R15 and R20 multi-core tests, with the same 16.7% delta. The AMD chip also leads in PassMark multi-thread by 17.7% (28,053 versus 23,833), and in PassMark physics by a massive 93% (1,355 versus 702). For users running CPU-based rendering, video encoding, or simulation workloads, the AMD processor's multi-threaded lead is substantial and consistent.

The AMD part also wins in integer math, data compression, data encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, and random string sorting. The largest single delta is in prime number finding, where AMD scores 119 versus Intel's 43, a 176.7% advantage. Data encryption shows a 19.6% lead (21,461 versus 17,938). Extended instructions favor AMD by 12.4% (24,270 versus 21,592). These results indicate the AMD chip handles computational workloads involving cryptography, compression, and instruction-level parallelism with greater efficiency.

The Intel Core 5 211E wins in floating-point math and single-threaded PassMark tests. In PassMark floating-point math, Intel scores 66,402 versus AMD's 53,808, a 19% advantage. In PassMark single-thread, Intel scores 4,006 versus AMD's 3,535, an 11.8% lead. The Intel chip also wins the duplicate single-thread test with the same 11.8% margin. These wins point to Intel's strength in workloads that rely on floating-point arithmetic, such as scientific computing or certain financial simulations, as well as lightly threaded applications where single-core speed matters.

The overall picture is lopsided in terms of test count, but the Intel wins are in meaningful categories. The database shows AMD holding a 16.7% edge across every Cinebench version tested, while Intel's single-thread PassMark win is narrower in percentage terms than AMD's multi-core wins. The AMD processor's percentile rank among all CPUs is 81, while the Intel processor sits at 86, indicating the Intel part places higher in the overall distribution despite losing most head-to-head matchups. That seeming contradiction is explained by the Intel chip's strong single-thread and floating-point results boosting its average score.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename on Intel's 10 nm process. These are fundamentally different design approaches. AMD integrates 8 cores with 16 threads, while Intel provides 10 cores with 16 threads. Both show 16 threads, but the core counts differ: AMD has 8 physical cores, Intel has 10.

Cache configurations diverge significantly. The AMD processor allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. Intel's larger per-core L2 cache (2 MB versus 512 KB) suggests a design that favors per-core data locality, while AMD's larger shared L3 (32 MB versus 20 MB) benefits multi-threaded workloads that share data across cores.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD chip supports DDR4 memory only, with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel part's higher memory bandwidth figure reflects its DDR5 compatibility. Both support ECC memory, which matters for workstation or server-adjacent use cases.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD offers PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. Intel offers PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Intel part's Gen 5 support provides higher per-lane bandwidth for compatible devices, while AMD's higher lane count supports more simultaneous devices at Gen 4 speeds. The Intel processor also includes integrated graphics: UHD Graphics 730. The AMD processor has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor is locked. The AMD chip's socket is AMD Socket AM4; the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor has a 105 W TDP, the Intel processor a 65 W TDP. The Intel part's lower TDP suggests less thermal load, though the AMD part's higher TDP aligns with its higher multi-core performance. The AMD chip's die size is 74 mm² with 4,150 million transistors; the Intel chip's die size is 257 mm² with transistor count not recorded in the database. The Intel die is substantially larger physically.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows a uniform pattern. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, AMD scores 2,398 against Intel's 2,055, a 16.7% win. In R15 single-core, AMD scores 338 versus 289, a 17% win. In R20 multi-core, AMD scores 9,993 versus 8,563, a 16.7% win. In R20 single-core, AMD scores 1,410 versus 1,208, a 16.7% win. In R23 multi-core, AMD scores 23,794 versus 20,389, a 16.7% win. In R23 single-core, AMD scores 3,359 versus 2,878, a 16.7% win. The consistency across all three Cinebench versions confirms AMD's advantage in both single and multi-threaded rendering, with the single-core R15 gap slightly larger at 17%.

PassMark tests reveal a more mixed picture. AMD wins data compression by 1.5% (352,002 versus 346,757), data encryption by 19.6% (21,461 versus 17,938), extended instructions by 12.4% (24,270 versus 21,592), prime numbers by 176.7% (119 versus 43), integer math by 6.6% (93,942 versus 88,117), multi-thread by 17.7% (28,053 versus 23,833), physics by 93% (1,355 versus 702), and random string sorting by 4.7% (35,911 versus 34,308). Intel wins floating-point math by 19% (66,402 versus 53,808) and single-thread by 11.8% (4,006 versus 3,535).

The physics test delta of 93% is striking: AMD's 1,355 score more than doubles Intel's 702. The prime number test delta of 176.7% is even larger in relative terms, though the absolute scores are low. These extreme deltas suggest AMD's architecture handles certain computational patterns with far greater efficiency. Intel's floating-point win of 19% is the second-largest margin in either direction, showing that Intel's FPU design remains competitive despite losing most other tests.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. AMD offers 8 cores with 16 threads; Intel offers 10 cores with 16 threads. AMD's base clock is 3.80 GHz with a boost of 4.80 GHz; Intel's base clock is 2.70 GHz with a boost of 4.90 GHz. Intel has a higher boost clock by 0.10 GHz, but AMD has a substantially higher base clock by 1.10 GHz. AMD's TDP is 105 W; Intel's is 65 W. AMD uses Socket AM4; Intel uses Socket 1700. AMD's process node is 7 nm from TSMC; Intel's is 10 nm from Intel. AMD's die size is 74 mm²; Intel's is 257 mm².

Cache specifications differ per core and in total. AMD provides 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 32 MB shared L3. Intel provides 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. Memory support: AMD handles DDR4 only, Intel handles DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth: AMD at 51.2 GB/s, Intel at 76.8 GB/s. Both are dual-channel. PCIe: AMD has Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel has Gen 5 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics: AMD has none, Intel has UHD Graphics 730. Multiplier: AMD unlocked, Intel locked. Release dates: AMD on 2024-07-30, Intel on 2025-01-12. Launch MSRP: AMD at $249, Intel at $221. Both parts are active production with desktop market segment and ECC support.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has 8 cores. Both have 16 threads.

Q: Which processor wins in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT wins with a score of 23,794 versus 20,389 for the Intel Core 5 211E, a 16.7% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel processor have integrated graphics?

A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 211E includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has no integrated graphics.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT supports DDR4 only.

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

A: In PassMark find prime numbers, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 119 versus 43 for the Intel Core 5 211E, a 176.7% difference.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT boosts to 4.80 GHz. The AMD chip has a higher base clock at 3.80 GHz versus 2.70 GHz.

The Verdict

The data points to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT as the stronger all-around processor for multi-threaded workloads. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, including every Cinebench benchmark, all six multi-threaded PassMark tests, and both encryption and compression tests. The 16.7% Cinebench advantage across all versions makes the AMD chip the clear choice for rendering, video encoding, and other heavily threaded tasks. Its 93% lead in PassMark physics and 176.7% lead in prime number finding further reinforce its multi-threaded dominance.

The Intel Core 5 211E remains competitive in specific scenarios. Its 19% lead in floating-point math and 11.8% lead in PassMark single-thread show strengths in scientific computing and lightly threaded applications. The Intel chip also offers integrated graphics, DDR5 support, lower TDP at 65 W, and a higher boost clock at 4.90 GHz. Its PCIe Gen 5 interface provides newer connectivity. The Intel part also places higher in the overall CPU percentile ranking at 86 versus AMD's 81, driven by its strong single-thread and floating-point scores.

For users prioritizing multi-core rendering, encryption, physics simulation, or compression, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is the data-backed choice. For users prioritizing floating-point arithmetic, single-threaded PassMark performance, integrated graphics, DDR5 memory, or lower power consumption, the Intel Core 5 211E has clear advantages. The AMD chip's unlocked multiplier also appeals to users who want overclocking flexibility, while the Intel chip's locked multiplier limits that option. The benchmark record favors AMD in raw test count and in the magnitude of multi-core wins, but the Intel part's targeted strengths in floating-point and single-thread workloads make it a viable alternative for those specific use cases.