AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for these two processors is notably asymmetric. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has no benchmark scores listed in the database, while the Intel Core 9 273PE has a full suite of Cinebench and PassMark results. This means the head-to-head comparison is limited to what the database has measured for the Intel part, with the AMD part serving as a specification and architecture comparison point rather than a scored rival. The Intel Core 9 273PE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31288 and a single-core score of 4417. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core result is 13140 and the single-core result is 1855. The older Cinebench R15 test shows a multi-core score of 3153 and a single-core score of 445. These scores place the Intel processor at the 90th percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 49845.

The Intel Core 9 273PE sits close to several rivals in the database. The AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 388 scores 49796, which is 0.1% behind the Intel part. The Intel Core i5-14600KF scores 49394, which is 0.9% behind. The Intel Core i9-13980HX scores 50398, which is 1.1% ahead of the 273PE. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 scores 50448, which is 1.2% ahead. These deltas are all within a narrow band, indicating that the Core 9 273PE competes in a dense performance cluster where the differences between adjacent parts are small.

PassMark results for the Intel Core 9 273PE show a multi-thread score of 36810 and a single-thread score of 3650. The data compression test returns 405885, data encryption returns 22719, and extended instructions return 24630. Floating point math scores 107884, integer math scores 139410, and the find prime numbers test returns 203. Random string sorting scores 45098, and the physics test returns 3120. These figures indicate a processor that handles both integer and floating-point workloads with strong throughput, while the prime number test result is comparatively low, which may reflect a specific algorithmic limitation rather than overall weakness.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has no recorded benchmark scores, no nearest rivals, and a percentile rank of 50. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0 in the database. This is a significant data gap. The Intel part has a percentile rank of 90 and an average score of 49845, so any direct numerical comparison between the two would be meaningless without AMD measurements. The database does not provide head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors, and the wins counters for both are set to zero.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in every measured benchmark category because it is the only one of the two with recorded scores. The Cinebench R23 multi-core result of 31288 and single-core result of 4417 show strength in both heavily threaded rendering workloads and lightly threaded tasks. The PassMark multi-thread score of 36810 and single-thread score of 3650 reinforce this pattern. The data compression score of 405885 is particularly strong, suggesting the processor handles archival and compression workloads with ease. Data encryption at 22719 and extended instructions at 24630 indicate solid performance in cryptography and SIMD-heavy code paths. Floating point math at 107884 and integer math at 139410 show balanced arithmetic throughput.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D cannot be assigned any benchmark wins from the database because no scores exist for it. Its architecture, however, suggests a different performance profile. The processor uses a 5 nm process node from TSMC with 11,270 million transistors on a 71 mm² die. The cache configuration includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. That large L3 pool is the defining characteristic of the X3D lineup, and it typically benefits workloads that repeatedly access large datasets, such as simulation and certain gaming scenarios. Without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm how that cache translates into measured performance, but the architectural difference is the primary differentiator between the two parts.

For the Intel Core 9 273PE, the 36 MB shared L3 cache is smaller than the AMD part's 96 MB, but the Intel processor counters with 12 cores and 24 threads compared to 8 cores and 16 threads for the AMD part. The Intel boost clock of 5.70 GHz is substantially higher than the AMD boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel base clock of 2.30 GHz is lower than the AMD base clock of 4.00 GHz, which suggests the Intel part relies more on boost behavior for peak performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different foundries and process nodes. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D uses a 5 nm process from TSMC, with a codename of Raphael and a generation label of Ryzen 7 (Zen 4 (Raphael)). The Intel Core 9 273PE uses a 10 nm process from Intel, with a codename of Bartlett Lake and a generation label of Core 9 (Bartlett Lake). The AMD part has a transistor count of 11,270 million and a die size of 71 mm². The Intel part has no transistor count or die size listed in the database.

The cache hierarchies differ sharply. The AMD processor provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD L3 cache is nearly three times larger, which is the hallmark of the X3D design. The Intel L2 cache is twice as large per core, which can help with certain per-core workloads, but the total cache footprint is much smaller.

Memory support also differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory only, with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also with a dual-channel bus, and lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part has a slightly higher memory bandwidth figure despite supporting older DDR4 memory. Both processors support ECC memory. The AMD part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes, while the Intel part uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part has more CPU-attached PCIe lanes, which matters for multi-GPU or high-bandwidth storage configurations.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core 9 273PE includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not provide performance scores for either integrated GPU, so the comparison is limited to naming and presence.

The release dates differ. The Intel Core 9 273PE was released on 2026-03-08, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D was released on 2026-05-30. The Intel part launched earlier by roughly two and a half months. Both processors have a production status of Active, and neither has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part number is 100-000002235, and the Intel part number is SA4QD.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most obvious specification split. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads. That is a 50% advantage in core count and thread count for the Intel part.

Clock speeds also differ significantly. The AMD base clock is 4.00 GHz and the boost clock is 4.50 GHz. The Intel base clock is 2.30 GHz and the boost clock is 5.70 GHz. The Intel boost clock is 1.2 GHz higher, while the AMD base clock is 1.7 GHz higher. This indicates different operating strategies: AMD runs closer to a fixed high frequency, while Intel spans a wider frequency range.

Thermal design power differs. The AMD part has a TDP of 120 watts. The Intel part has a TDP of 65 watts. Despite having more cores and a higher boost clock, the Intel part is rated for a lower TDP. The database does not include actual measured power consumption, so this comparison is limited to the rated TDP figures.

The sockets are incompatible. The AMD processor uses AMD Socket AM5. The Intel processor uses Intel Socket 1700. A motherboard designed for one will not accept the other.

Memory bandwidth figures differ slightly. The AMD part lists 83.2 GB/s, and the Intel part lists 89.6 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD part supports DDR5 only. Both use dual-channel memory buses. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe lane counts differ. The AMD part offers Gen 5 with 24 lanes, and the Intel part offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The AMD part has eight additional CPU-attached lanes.

Cache specifications differ across all three levels. The AMD L1 is 64 KB per core, the Intel L1 is 80 KB per core. The AMD L2 is 1 MB per core, the Intel L2 is 2 MB per core. The shared L3 is 96 MB for AMD and 36 MB for Intel.

The launch MSRP for the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D is $329. The launch MSRP for the Intel Core 9 273PE is $549.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The Intel Core 9 273PE has a boost clock of 5.70 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Core 9 273PE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What is the TDP rating for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a TDP of 120 watts. The Intel Core 9 273PE has a TDP of 65 watts.

Q: Which processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D supports DDR5 only.

Q: What are the launch MSRP values for these processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a launch MSRP of $329. The Intel Core 9 273PE has a launch MSRP of $549.

Q: Which processor has a higher memory bandwidth rating?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D lists 83.2 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has Gen 5 with 24 lanes. The Intel Core 9 273PE has Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The Verdict

The database currently contains benchmark scores for the Intel Core 9 273PE but none for the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D. Any decision between the two must therefore rely on the Intel part's measured results and the architectural differences between them. The Intel Core 9 273PE demonstrates strong multi-threaded performance with a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31288 and a PassMark multi-thread score of 36810. Its placement at the 90th percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 49845, places it in a competitive band where the nearest rivals are within 1.2% on either side.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D offers a much larger L3 cache at 96 MB, a smaller core count at 8 cores and 16 threads, a higher base clock at 4.00 GHz, and a lower boost clock at 4.50 GHz. Its 5 nm process node from TSMC and 11,270 million transistors indicate a modern manufacturing approach. The Intel part uses a 10 nm node, which is a less advanced process, but it compensates with more cores, a higher boost clock, and a lower TDP rating of 65 watts against the AMD part's 120 watts.

For users who prioritize measured multi-threaded and single-threaded performance, the Intel Core 9 273PE is the only one of the two with recorded data to support that choice. The Cinebench and PassMark scores show a processor that handles rendering, compression, encryption, and arithmetic workloads effectively. For users who prioritize cache capacity and the specific architectural benefits of a large L3 pool, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D presents a compelling specification sheet, but the database lacks the benchmark evidence to confirm how that cache translates into real-world wins.

The socket difference is decisive for platform selection. The AMD part requires an AM5 motherboard, while the Intel part requires an LGA 1700 motherboard. The memory support difference also matters: the AMD part is DDR5-only, while the Intel part can use either DDR4 or DDR5. The Intel part's lower TDP and higher boost clock make it an attractive option for systems where power draw is a concern. The AMD part's larger cache and higher base clock suggest a design aimed at consistent sustained performance rather than peak boost bursts.

The absence of AMD benchmark data means the database cannot currently rank the Ryzen 7 7700X3D against the Core 9 273PE in any measured workload. The Intel Core 9 273PE stands as the tested and scored option, with a 90th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 49845. The AMD part remains an untested entry in the database, with a percentile rank of 50 and no average score. Until benchmark results are recorded for the AMD processor, the Intel Core 9 273PE is the only one of the two with verified performance data, and the verdict from the database is straightforward: the Intel part has the measurements, the higher core count, the higher boost clock, and the lower TDP, while the AMD part has the larger cache, the higher base clock, the newer process node, and the lower launch MSRP.