AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core 5 223PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Core 5 223PTE present a stark contrast in benchmark data availability. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a full suite of recorded measurements across 3DMark, Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This makes direct numerical comparison impossible for most workloads, but the available data for the AMD part establishes a clear performance baseline.

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23230, placing it well ahead of typical desktop processors. Its single-core R23 result of 2080 indicates strong per-thread performance. In Geekbench, the processor records 18696 multicore and 2964 single-core points. The 3DMark results show scaling from 1212 in single-thread to 10081 in 16-thread and 10067 in max-thread tests, demonstrating that the 8-core, 16-thread configuration scales effectively across thread counts.

Passmark results for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D are comprehensive. The multithread score sits at 40009, with single-thread at 4430. Integer math reaches 116709, floating-point math hits 79456, and extended instructions score 38808. Data compression scores 468017, data encryption scores 22158, and random string sorting records 48526. Physics testing produces 4083 points, while the find prime numbers test yields 423.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has zero recorded benchmark scores. Its average benchmark score is listed as 0, and its percentile versus all CPUs is 50, compared to the Ryzen 7 9800X3D's 87th percentile. The nearest rivals for the AMD processor include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS with an average score of 39603, the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 at 40048, the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39485, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at 40081. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D's average benchmark score of 39768 places it within 0.4% of the Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, 0.7% of the Ryzen AI 7 450, and 0.8% of the Ryzen 7 7700, while trailing the Ryzen AI 9 365 by 0.7%. These tight margins indicate that the 9800X3D sits in a competitive performance band among AMD processors, despite its 3D V-Cache architecture.

Where Each One Wins

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins in every measurable benchmark category because it is the only processor in this comparison with recorded scores. The Intel Core 5 223PTE cannot claim any benchmark victories from the database, as its benchmark array is empty and its average score is zero.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D shows strong results. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 23230 and the Passmark multithread score of 40009 indicate that the processor handles heavily threaded tasks effectively. The 3DMark 16-thread score of 10081 and max-thread score of 10067 confirm consistent scaling across thread counts.

Single-threaded performance is also a strength. The 3DMark single-thread score of 1212, Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2080, Geekbench single-core score of 2964, and Passmark single-thread score of 4430 all point to robust per-core capabilities. This positions the Ryzen 7 9800X3D for workloads that depend on low thread counts but high clock speeds.

The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz compared to the Ryzen's 5.20 GHz, and a lower base clock of 2.30 GHz versus 4.70 GHz. Without benchmark data, the database cannot confirm how these clock differences translate into application performance. The Intel part's 45 W TDP contrasts with the AMD's 120 W TDP, which suggests different thermal and power profiles, but no measured performance data exists to quantify the impact.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different manufacturing and design approaches. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is built on TSMC's 4 nm process node with the Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Granite Ridge. It belongs to the 9000 series and the Ryzen 7 generation. The processor contains 8315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. The Intel Core 5 223PTE uses Intel's 10 nm process node, with the Bartlett Lake codename and Core 5 generation designation.

Both processors have 8 cores and 16 threads, but their cache hierarchies differ significantly. The AMD part features 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part also has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but doubles the L2 to 2 MB per core, while its shared L3 cache is 24 MB. The 96 MB L3 on the AMD processor represents a substantial capacity advantage over the Intel's 24 MB, which can benefit workloads with large working sets that fit in cache.

Memory support differs as well. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports DDR5 memory only, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth figures. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity shows another difference. The AMD processor provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while the Intel part provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. This gives the AMD platform additional PCIe lane capacity for expansion devices.

Integrated graphics differ between the two. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE includes UHD Graphics 770. Both are desktop processors with active production status. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel part does not. The Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses AMD Socket AM5, and the Intel Core 5 223PTE uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor was released on November 6, 2024, while the Intel processor has a release date of March 8, 2026.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors have the same core and thread counts?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Intel Core 5 223PTE have 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor supports DDR4 memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports DDR5 only.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is built on a 4 nm process by TSMC, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE uses a 10 nm process by Intel.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 223PTE has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D's 5.20 GHz boost clock.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE does not.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Intel Core 5 223PTE |

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

| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |

| Series | 9000 series | Not specified |

| Base clock | 4.70 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.40 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not specified |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Bartlett Lake |

| Generation | Ryzen 7 (Zen 5, Granite Ridge) | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 8315 million | Not specified |

| Die size | 70.6 mm² | Not specified |

| L2 cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 cache | 96 MB shared | 24 MB shared |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Release date | 2024-11-06 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | $479 | $232 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part number | 100-000001084 | SA4QL |

| Percentile vs all CPUs | 87 | 50 |

| Average benchmark score | 39768 | 0 |

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D carries a launch MSRP of $479, while the Intel Core 5 223PTE carries a launch MSRP of $232. The AMD processor's 87th percentile ranking versus all CPUs and average benchmark score of 39768 stand against the Intel processor's 50th percentile and zero recorded average score. The base clock difference is substantial, with the AMD part at 4.70 GHz and the Intel part at 2.30 GHz, though the Intel part reaches a higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz. The TDP difference, 120 W versus 45 W, indicates different thermal envelopes that may influence platform and cooling decisions, though the database records no measured performance data for the Intel processor to compare against the AMD's extensive benchmark results.