AMD Ryzen 7 7735U vs Intel Core i5-13490F Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i5-13490F scores 22,747 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U scores 10,085. This gives Intel a 55.7% lead in that test.

Q: Are both processors in the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both CPUs sit at the 80th percentile vs all CPUs. However, their average benchmark scores differ slightly: the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U averages 28,350, while the Intel Core i5-13490F averages 28,185.

Q: What are the closest rivals for each processor?

A: For the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U, the nearest rival is the Intel Xeon 6337P with an average score of 28,333 (0.1% difference). For the Intel Core i5-13490F, the closest is the AMD Ryzen AI 5 435 at 28,128 (0.2% difference).

Q: Does either processor support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i5-13490F does not support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U includes Radeon 680M integrated graphics. The Intel Core i5-13490F has no integrated graphics (null in the data).

Q: What is the release date difference between the two?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U was released on 2023-01-03, while the Intel Core i5-13490F was released on 2023-02-09, approximately five weeks later.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U is built on the Zen 3+ architecture, codenamed Rembrandt-R, and uses a 6 nm process node from TSMC. It has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i5-13490F uses the Raptor Lake architecture, codenamed Raptor Lake-S, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process. It has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Cache hierarchies differ notably. The AMD part has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. That gives Intel a 50% larger L3 pool and more than double the L2 per core.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U is a mobile processor with a 28 W TDP, designed for the AMD Socket FP7. The Intel Core i5-13490F is a desktop part with a 65 W TDP, using Intel Socket 1700. Their memory support also diverges: AMD supports only DDR5 in dual-channel configuration with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The AMD chip provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Intel chip provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This means Intel offers a newer PCIe generation but fewer lanes.

The AMD processor includes Radeon 680M integrated graphics, making it self-contained for systems without a discrete GPU. The Intel Core i5-13490F has no integrated graphics, requiring a separate GPU. The AMD chip also supports ECC memory, which Intel does not.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data shows a clean sweep: the Intel Core i5-13490F wins all 15 head-to-head comparisons. No benchmark in the dataset favors the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U. This makes the use-case split straightforward — Intel wins on raw performance across every measured workload.

For single-threaded tasks, the Intel chip leads by 15.5% in PassMark single-thread (3,828 vs 3,236) and by 53.6% in Cinebench R23 single-core (3,211 vs 1,490). That suggests Intel is better for lightly threaded applications like older games or legacy software.

For heavily threaded workloads, Intel's advantage grows. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel leads by 55.7%. In PassMark multithread, Intel scores 26,569 vs AMD's 20,723, a 22% gap. The Intel part also wins in data compression by 23.7% (328,397 vs 250,457) and in floating-point math by 28.7% (60,273 vs 42,966).

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U's only advantages are structural rather than performance-based: it has integrated graphics, ECC memory support, a lower TDP (28 W vs 65 W), and a smaller die size (208 mm² vs 215 mm²). For a mobile platform, those matter. For raw compute, Intel dominates every metric in this comparison.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 7735U | Intel Core i5-13490F |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.70 GHz | 2.50 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.75 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 28 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP7 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3+ | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Rembrandt-R | Raptor Lake-S |

| Process Node | 6 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 208 mm² | 215 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not specified |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 680M | None |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2023-01-03 | 2023-02-09 |

| Launch MSRP | Not specified | $235 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest margin in the entire dataset comes from Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Intel Core i5-13490F scores 22,747 against the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U's 10,085, a delta of 55.7%. This is a massive gap, more than double the AMD score. The Cinebench R23 single-core test shows a similar pattern: Intel at 3,211 vs AMD at 1,490, a 53.6% difference.

Cinebench R15 results tell the same story but with smaller margins. In multi-core, Intel leads 2,292 to 1,698 (25.9%). In single-core, Intel leads 323 to 234 (27.6%). The R15 single-core gap of 27.6% is smaller than the R23 single-core gap of 53.6%, suggesting the newer benchmark amplifies Intel's architectural advantage.

PassMark tests show consistent Intel wins across the board. The smallest margin is in integer math, where Intel scores 83,723 vs AMD's 79,580, a 4.9% lead. The largest PassMark margin is in find prime numbers: Intel scores 114 vs AMD's 57, exactly double — a 50% difference.

Other notable PassMark results include data compression (Intel 328,397 vs AMD 250,457, 23.7% lead), floating-point math (Intel 60,273 vs AMD 42,966, 28.7% lead), and physics (Intel 1,915 vs AMD 996, 48% lead). Data encryption shows a smaller gap: Intel 17,902 vs AMD 15,825, an 11.6% difference.

Extended instructions favor Intel by 21.5% (20,837 vs 16,349). Random string sorting favors Intel by 22.6% (34,042 vs 26,365). Multithread performance favors Intel by 22% (26,569 vs 20,723). Single-thread performance favors Intel by 15.5% (3,828 vs 3,236).

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i5-13490F outperforms the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U in every single measured test. With 15 wins out of 15 head-to-head comparisons, Intel holds a 100% win rate in this matchup.

The most significant differences appear in multi-core rendering workloads. The 55.7% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core means Intel is the clear choice for content creation, 3D rendering, and video encoding. The 53.6% lead in single-core performance also makes Intel better for everyday responsiveness and lightly threaded applications.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7735U should be chosen by users who need a mobile processor with integrated graphics and ECC memory support. Its 28 W TDP makes it suitable for laptops and compact systems where power efficiency is critical. The Radeon 680M integrated GPU eliminates the need for a discrete graphics card in basic systems.

The Intel Core i5-13490F, with its $235 launch MSRP, targets desktop builders who already have a discrete GPU and prioritize raw performance. Its lack of integrated graphics is a limitation, but the performance advantage — particularly the 22% lead in PassMark multithread and 28.7% lead in floating-point math — compensates for that in compute-heavy scenarios.

For users deciding between these two, the choice depends on form factor and workload. If the system must be mobile, power-efficient, or ECC-capable, the AMD Ryzen 7 7735U is the only option that fits. If performance is the sole criterion and a desktop form factor is acceptable, the Intel Core i5-13490F wins every benchmark in this comparison. The data shows no scenario where AMD outperforms Intel in raw compute, making Intel the performance pick without qualification.