AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT vs Intel Core 5 223PE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has a higher average benchmark score at 40585, compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT's 29879. The Intel part also holds a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs at 87, versus 81 for the AMD chip.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 26455 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT scores 23794. That gives Intel a 10.1% lead in this test.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors in any recorded benchmark?

A: The largest single gap is in the PassMark physics test. The Intel Core 5 223PE scores 2493, which is 45.6% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT's 1355.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, the AMD chip wins three recorded benchmarks: PassMark data compression (352002 versus 346623, a 1.6% lead), PassMark data encryption (21461 versus 18448, a 16.3% lead), and PassMark random string sorting (35911 versus 35798, a 0.3% lead).

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PE has a boost clock of 5.20 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 2.90 GHz for Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT and the Intel Core 5 223PE support ECC memory.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT uses the Zen 3 architecture under the Vermeer codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It contains 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel. The package has 8 cores and 16 threads, identical to the AMD chip, but the core-level cache configurations differ. AMD allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 cache per core, with 32 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, with 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

The memory architectures diverge significantly. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT supports DDR4 only, with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 223PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with a much higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. PCIe connectivity also differs: AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes, while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes.

The Intel Core 5 223PE includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has no integrated graphics. The AMD chip has an unlocked multiplier, whereas the Intel chip is locked. Both processors are currently listed as active production parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a clear pattern: the Intel Core 5 223PE wins 14 of the 17 head-to-head comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT wins 3.

In Cinebench tests, the Intel part wins every round. Cinebench R15 multicore shows 2666 versus 2398, a 10.1% margin. Cinebench R15 singlecore shows 376 versus 338, also 10.1%. In Cinebench R20, the Intel chip scores 11111 against 9993 for multicore and 1568 against 1410 for singlecore, both at a 10.1% margin. Cinebench R23 multicore gives 26455 versus 23794, and singlecore gives 3734 versus 3359, with the multicore margin at 10.1% and singlecore at 10%. The consistency of the Cinebench margins suggests the Intel chip holds a uniform advantage in render-style workloads across all thread counts.

PassMark tests reveal a more varied picture. The Intel Core 5 223PE wins extended instructions (24672 versus 24270, a 1.6% margin), find prime numbers (159 versus 119, a 25.2% margin), floating point math (76468 versus 53808, a 29.6% margin), integer math (99819 versus 93942, a 5.9% margin), multithread (31124 versus 28053, a 9.9% margin), physics (2493 versus 1355, a 45.6% margin), and both single-thread tests (4219 versus 3535, a 16.2% margin).

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT takes the remaining PassMark tests. Data compression goes to AMD at 352002 versus 346623, a 1.6% lead. Data encryption shows AMD ahead at 21461 versus 18448, a 16.3% lead. Random string sorting is nearly tied, with AMD at 35911 versus 35798, a 0.3% lead.

The 3DMark results are only recorded for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT, with no comparable Intel data in the database. The AMD chip scores 7683 in 16-thread, 1879 in 2-thread, 3603 in 4-thread, 6141 in 8-thread, 7680 in max-thread, and 959 in single-thread tests. Since no Intel counterpart exists in the head-to-head set, these scores cannot be used for direct comparison.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT has a base clock of 3.80 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 223PE has a base clock of 2.90 GHz. The boost clocks reverse this: AMD boosts to 4.80 GHz, Intel boosts to 5.20 GHz.

Thermal design power differs, with the AMD chip rated at 105 W and the Intel chip at 65 W. Sockets are different as well: AMD uses Socket AM4, Intel uses Socket 1700. The process nodes differ, with AMD at 7 nm and Intel at 10 nm. The transistor count and die size are recorded only for AMD: 4,150 million transistors on a 74 mm² die; no equivalent data exists for the Intel part.

Cache hierarchies differ as noted: AMD uses 64 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core with 32 MB shared L3; Intel uses 80 KB L1 and 2 MB L2 per core with 24 MB shared L3. Memory support shows AMD limited to DDR4, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth favors Intel at 89.6 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s for AMD. PCIe generation and lane counts differ: AMD offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes, Intel offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

Integrated graphics are present only on the Intel chip (UHD Graphics 730), while the AMD chip lists N/A. The multiplier is unlocked on AMD and locked on Intel. The release dates differ, with AMD released in 2024 and Intel in 2026. The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT is $249, and the launch MSRP for the Intel Core 5 223PE is $232.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 223PE dominates in compute-heavy tasks. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23, it wins both multicore and singlecore by roughly 10%. In PassMark, it wins the physics test by 45.6%, floating point math by 29.6%, and find prime numbers by 25.2%. It also leads in integer math, multithread, and single-thread tests. This pattern indicates a strong position in rendering, scientific calculations, and general CPU throughput.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT wins in three specific PassMark workloads: data compression by 1.6%, data encryption by 16.3%, and random string sorting by 0.3%. These are narrow margins, with encryption being the only substantial lead. The AMD chip also carries a lower base clock but a higher base clock than Intel, though this does not translate into benchmark wins outside the three recorded PassMark tests.

The Intel chip's higher boost clock of 5.20 GHz versus 4.80 GHz for AMD aligns with its wins in single-thread tests. The PassMark single-thread score of 4219 for Intel versus 3535 for AMD, a 16.2% margin, supports this. The Intel chip's larger L2 cache per core (2 MB versus 512 KB) may also contribute to its performance in cache-sensitive workloads.

The Verdict

The data points to the Intel Core 5 223PE as the stronger processor in the majority of recorded benchmarks. It wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests, including all Cinebench iterations and most PassMark tests. Its average benchmark score of 40585 is well above the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT's 29879, and its percentile ranking of 87 versus 81 places it higher among all CPUs.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT holds specific advantages in data compression, data encryption, and random string sorting. For workloads that rely heavily on these operations, the AMD chip delivers measurable wins. The 16.3% lead in encryption is the most notable AMD victory.

The Intel chip also offers a lower TDP of 65 W versus 105 W, a higher memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s, support for both DDR4 and DDR5, and integrated graphics. The AMD chip counters with an unlocked multiplier, a larger shared L3 cache at 32 MB versus 24 MB, and a smaller process node at 7 nm versus 10 nm.

For users prioritizing rendering, physics simulation, floating point math, and single-thread performance, the recorded data favors the Intel Core 5 223PE. For users prioritizing data encryption or compression tasks, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800XT shows measurable wins. The Intel chip's higher average score and broader benchmark dominance make it the data-backed choice for general compute workloads.