AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D vs Intel Core 5 220H Comparison

FAQ

Q: What is the core and thread configuration of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 5 220H has 12 cores and 16 threads. Both processors support 16 threads, but the Intel part achieves this with a higher physical core count.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H reaches a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D boosts to 4.50 GHz. The Intel part holds a 0.40 GHz advantage in maximum frequency.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 5 220H has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. AMD's large L3 cache is 78 MB larger than Intel's.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D supports DDR5 memory only. The Intel Core 5 220H supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a TDP of 120 watts, while the Intel Core 5 220H has a TDP of 45 watts. The Intel processor is rated for substantially lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core 5 220H sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D is at the 50th percentile. The Intel part has a significantly higher overall standing in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D belongs to the 7000 series and is built on the Raphael codename, which corresponds to the Zen 4 architecture. It is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC and contains 11,270 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. The processor uses AMD Socket AM5 and is positioned in the desktop market segment.

The Intel Core 5 220H uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-H codename, belonging to the Raptor Lake Refresh generation. It is fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel. The processor uses Intel BGA 1744 socket and is positioned in the mobile market segment.

Key architectural differences emerge in the cache hierarchy. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, but its defining feature is the 96 MB shared L3 cache. The Intel part provides larger per-core L1 and L2 caches at 80 KB and 2 MB per core respectively, but has a much smaller 18 MB shared L3 cache. This gives AMD a 78 MB advantage in total L3 capacity.

The two processors differ in their integrated graphics. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core 5 220H includes Iris Xe Graphics 80EU. The AMD part supports ECC memory, which the Intel part does not. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning neither supports overclocking via multiplier adjustment.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The AMD processor provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The AMD part offers 16 additional PCIe lanes. Memory support diverges as well: the AMD processor only accepts DDR5, whereas the Intel processor accepts both DDR4 and DDR5.

The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 2.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The Intel part has a higher boost clock by 0.40 GHz, while the AMD part has a higher base clock by 1.30 GHz. The AMD processor also has a higher memory bandwidth rating at 83.2 GB/s, whereas the Intel part does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 5 220H has recorded benchmark scores across multiple test suites, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the available performance data comes entirely from the Intel processor's measurements.

In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core 5 220H scores 1835 in multi-core and 262 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7812 in multi-core and 1102 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 11198 in multi-core and 1853 in single-core. These results establish a multi-core scaling pattern across the three Cinebench versions.

The PassMark suite provides additional performance data for the Intel part. It scores 247921 in data compression, 15216 in data encryption, and 14642 in extended instructions. In find prime numbers, it scores 82, while floating point math scores 51671 and integer math scores 73555. The multi-thread score is 21884, physics scores 1478, and random string sorting scores 28438. The single-thread score is 3405.

For the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D, no benchmark scores exist in the database. The average benchmark score is 0, and it has no nearest rivals listed. The Intel Core 5 220H, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 28574 and sits at the 80th percentile among all CPUs.

The Intel processor's nearest rivals show its competitive position. The AMD EPYC 7203P scores 28583, which is a 0 percent delta from the Intel part. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850HS scores 28549, a 0.1 percent delta. The Intel Xeon E-2436 scores 28530, a 0.2 percent delta. The Intel Core i5-12600 scores 28646, a negative 0.3 percent delta. These results place the Core 5 220H within a tight performance cluster where the largest recorded gap is only 0.3 percent.

The absence of AMD benchmark data means no direct head-to-head comparison can be made from recorded measurements. The database shows zero wins for either processor in the head-to-head benchmark category. Performance conclusions must therefore rely on the architectural specifications and the Intel processor's standalone results.

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear situation: the Intel Core 5 220H has substantial benchmark evidence, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has no recorded performance scores. The Intel processor's average benchmark score of 28574 places it at the 80th percentile of all CPUs, a strong overall position.

The Intel processor uses 12 cores and 16 threads with a 4.90 GHz boost clock, and its 45 watt TDP makes it a lower-power option than the AMD part's 120 watt TDP. The AMD processor counters with a 96 MB L3 cache, DDR5-only memory support with ECC, and 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. These are meaningful architectural advantages for workloads that benefit from large cache capacity or platform features like ECC memory.

For users prioritizing power efficiency and a higher boost clock, the Intel Core 5 220H shows the stronger recorded profile. Its mobile form factor and 45 watt TDP suit portable systems. For users prioritizing cache capacity, memory bandwidth, and PCIe lane count, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D offers those specifications in a desktop package.

The AMD processor's 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds any figure recorded for the Intel part, and its 96 MB L3 cache dwarfs the Intel part's 18 MB. However, without benchmark scores, the actual performance impact of these advantages cannot be quantified from the database.

The Intel Core 5 220H is the only processor in this comparison with empirical performance data. Its benchmark scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and the PassMark suite provide a complete picture of its capabilities. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D remains an unmeasured entry in the database.

Users requiring verified performance numbers should rely on the Intel processor's recorded results. Users requiring specific platform features available only on the AMD part should consider the architectural specifications, but must accept the absence of benchmark confirmation.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded specifications:

• Cores: AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores; Intel Core 5 220H has 12 cores.
• Threads: Both have 16 threads.
• Base clock: AMD 4.00 GHz; Intel 2.70 GHz.
• Boost clock: AMD 4.50 GHz; Intel 4.90 GHz.
• TDP: AMD 120 watts; Intel 45 watts.
• Socket: AMD Socket AM5; Intel BGA 1744.
• Process node: AMD 5 nm from TSMC; Intel 10 nm from Intel.
• Transistors: AMD 11,270 million; Intel not recorded.
• Die size: AMD 71 mm²; Intel not recorded.
• L1 cache: AMD 64 KB per core; Intel 80 KB per core.
• L2 cache: AMD 1 MB per core; Intel 2 MB per core.
• L3 cache: AMD 96 MB shared; Intel 18 MB shared.
• Memory support: AMD DDR5 only; Intel DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory bandwidth: AMD 83.2 GB/s; Intel not recorded.
• ECC memory: AMD supports ECC; Intel does not.
• PCIe lanes: AMD Gen 5, 24 lanes; Intel Gen 5, 8 lanes.
• Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics; Intel Iris Xe Graphics 80EU.
• Market segment: AMD Desktop; Intel Mobile.
• Release date: AMD 2026-05-30; Intel 2024-12-17.
• Launch MSRP: AMD $329; Intel $342.
• Part number: AMD 100-000002235; Intel SRQ6SQ5MM.
• Average benchmark score: AMD 0; Intel 28574.
• Percentile vs all CPUs: AMD 50th; Intel 80th.