AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS vs Intel Core 5 210H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and Intel Core 5 210H are both 8-core mobile processors targeting the same performance percentile, yet the benchmark data reveals a decisive split: the AMD chip wins 12 of 15 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel part takes only 3, primarily in single-threaded workloads. The Ryzen 7 7735HS delivers a higher average benchmark score (25147 vs 24872) and sits at the same 77th percentile among all CPUs, but the margin of victory in multi-threaded tests is substantial, often exceeding 20%. The Intel Core 5 210H counters with a meaningful lead in single-core performance, though its overall win count is limited by that narrow specialization.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single victory for the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS comes in PassMark data encryption, where it scores 18237 against Intel’s 12187 — a 49.6% advantage. This is not an isolated anomaly; the AMD chip also leads by 50% in PassMark extended instructions (20050 vs 13370) and by 38.7% in integer math (85309 vs 61503). These are crushing margins that indicate the Zen 3+ architecture’s efficiency advantage in compute-heavy tasks. The data compression test shows a 34.7% lead (293278 vs 217805), and random string sorting favors AMD by 29.6% (30388 vs 23451). Even in floating-point math, where the gap narrows, AMD still wins by 6.2% (47865 vs 45057).

Cinebench results reinforce this pattern. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Ryzen 7 7735HS scores 13106 versus 11830 for the Core 5 210H, a 10.8% advantage. The older Cinebench R15 multicore test shows an even larger 22.6% gap (2153.4 vs 1757). PassMark multithread tells the same story: 23166 vs 18252, a 26.9% lead for AMD. The Ryzen chip also wins the prime number test by 11.3% (59 vs 53) and physics by 3.2% (1073 vs 1040). The 3DMark results, available only for AMD, show scores of 6870 (16 threads), 6872 (max threads), 5697 (8 threads), 3382 (4 threads), and 1773 (2 threads), though no Intel comparison exists in the data.

Intel’s wins are concentrated in single-threaded performance. The Core 5 210H leads PassMark single-thread by 6.9% (3539 vs 3296) and Cinebench R23 single-core by 12.7% (1771 vs 1546). The Cinebench R15 single-core test is effectively a tie, with AMD winning by just 0.4% (248 vs 247). This split is consistent with the architectural differences: Intel’s Raptor Lake cores boost to 4.80 GHz versus 4.75 GHz for AMD, and the Intel chip has a higher single-core ceiling. However, the overall benchmark data shows that AMD’s multi-threaded dominance far outweighs Intel’s single-core edge.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS is the clear choice for any workload that scales across cores or relies on heavy computation. The 49.6% lead in encryption and 50% lead in extended instructions make it ideal for security-related tasks, scientific computing, and code compilation. The 38.7% integer math advantage points to strong performance in database operations, financial modeling, and general productivity suites. The 26.9% multithread lead and 22.6% Cinebench R15 multicore advantage confirm that video rendering, 3D modeling, and batch processing will run noticeably faster on the AMD chip. The Ryzen 7 7735HS also wins data compression by 34.7%, making it better suited for file archiving and backup workflows.

The Intel Core 5 210H wins where single-threaded speed matters most. The 12.7% Cinebench R23 single-core lead (1771 vs 1546) and 6.9% PassMark single-thread advantage (3539 vs 3296) indicate that lightly-threaded applications — legacy software, certain games, and some office tools — will see a modest performance boost. The Intel chip’s 4.80 GHz boost clock, its highest listed frequency, gives it the edge in bursty workloads that don’t utilize multiple cores. However, the data shows that the Intel part’s wins are narrow in scope and do not compensate for the broad multi-threaded deficits. For mixed workloads, the AMD processor offers a more balanced profile, winning 12 out of 15 tests overall.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS wins all multi-core tests, with leads ranging from 3.2% in physics to 49.6% in encryption. Cinebench R23 multicore shows a 10.8% advantage (13106 vs 11830).

Q: Is the Intel Core 5 210H faster in single-core tasks?

A: Yes. Intel wins Cinebench R23 single-core by 12.7% (1771 vs 1546) and PassMark single-thread by 6.9% (3539 vs 3296). However, Cinebench R15 single-core is nearly identical, with AMD ahead by 0.4% (248 vs 247).

Q: How do the two processors compare in overall average benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS has a higher average benchmark score of 25147, while the Intel Core 5 210H scores 24872. Both sit at the 77th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest gap is in PassMark data encryption, where AMD leads by 49.6% (18237 vs 12187). The extended instructions test shows an identical 50% margin (20050 vs 13370).

Q: Does the Intel chip have any benchmark where it wins by a wide margin?

A: The widest Intel win is in Cinebench R23 single-core, with a 12.7% advantage (1771 vs 1546). Its PassMark single-thread win is 6.9% (3539 vs 3296).

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS has 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 210H has 12 threads. Both have 8 cores.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.75 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 210H starts lower at 2.20 GHz but boosts slightly higher to 4.80 GHz. Thermal design power differs significantly: AMD is rated at 35W, while Intel is rated at 45W. The AMD chip supports ECC memory, but the Intel part does not. Memory support also diverges: AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS has a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while no figure is listed for Intel. PCIe generations differ as well — AMD uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while Intel uses Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The integrated graphics differ: AMD has Radeon 680M, while Intel has Iris Xe Graphics 48EU.

The processors use different sockets: AMD Socket FP7 for the Ryzen 7 7735HS and Intel BGA 1744 for the Core 5 210H. The AMD chip has a die size of 210 mm², while no die size is listed for Intel. The Intel part has an active production status and a launch MSRP of $342. AMD’s launch MSRP is not listed. The Intel Core 5 210H was released on 2024-12-17, while the AMD chip was released on 2023-03-31.

Architecture Differences

The architectural split is fundamental. The AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS is built on Zen 3+ architecture with the codename Rembrandt-R, using a 6 nm process node from TSMC. The Intel Core 5 210H uses Raptor Lake architecture with the codename Raptor Lake-H, built on a 10 nm process node from Intel. Both have 8 cores, but AMD supports 16 threads while Intel supports 12. Cache configurations differ notably: AMD provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 512 KB of L2 per core, while Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core. For L3 cache, AMD has 16 MB shared, while Intel has 12 MB shared. This means Intel has more per-core cache, but AMD has more total L3 cache.

The process node difference — 6 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel — likely explains the power efficiency gap. AMD achieves its 35W TDP with a 6 nm process, while Intel requires 45W for its 10 nm design. The Rembrandt-R generation is listed as Ryzen 7 (Zen 3+), while Intel’s generation is Core 5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 5, but with only 8 lanes, while AMD uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Intel’s memory controller supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while AMD is DDR5-only. The Intel part does not support ECC memory, which could be a deciding factor for workstation use cases.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS is the superior processor for multi-threaded workloads, winning 12 of 15 head-to-head benchmarks. Its leads are not marginal — the 49.6% encryption advantage, 50% extended instructions lead, and 38.7% integer math margin represent substantial real-world performance differences in compute-heavy tasks. The AMD chip also achieves this with a 35W TDP versus Intel’s 45W, indicating better power efficiency. For users running rendering, compilation, encryption, or any parallel workload, the Ryzen 7 7735HS is the clear pick.

The Intel Core 5 210H has one distinct advantage: single-threaded performance. Its 12.7% Cinebench R23 single-core lead and 6.9% PassMark single-thread win make it the choice for legacy software or applications that refuse to use multiple cores. However, the Intel part’s 12 threads versus AMD’s 16 threads create a structural disadvantage that shows in every multi-core test. The Intel chip also has a higher boost clock (4.80 GHz vs 4.75 GHz) and larger per-core L2 cache, but these do not translate into a multi-threaded victory. With both processors at the 77th percentile, the average user will likely prefer the AMD chip for its broader strengths. Intel’s wins are narrow; AMD’s are decisive.