AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a fascinating split between these two desktop processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D claims 9 wins across the shared test suite, while the Intel Core 9 273PE takes 6. The margin of victory, however, tells a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

The single largest gap in either direction belongs to the AMD part in the passmark_find_prime_numbers test, where it scores 423 against Intel's 203, a 108.4% advantage. This is a massive swing, suggesting the AMD architecture handles prime number calculations with exceptional efficiency. The extended instructions test also heavily favors AMD, with a 57.6% lead (38808 versus 24630), indicating superior SIMD or specialized instruction throughput.

Intel's most decisive win comes in cinebench_r23_singlecore, where the Core 9 273PE posts 4417 versus AMD's 2080, a 52.9% advantage. The cinebench_r23_multicore result also goes to Intel by 25.8% (31288 versus 23230), which is notable given AMD's strong showing in other multithreaded workloads. The cinebench_r15_singlecore test shows a 26.3% Intel lead (445 versus 328), while the r15_multicore test goes the other way, with AMD ahead by 15.7% (3647 versus 3153).

In the PassMark suite, AMD dominates several categories. The data compression test shows AMD at 468017 versus 405885, a 15.3% lead. The multithread test gives AMD an 8.7% edge (40009 versus 36810). Physics simulation strongly favors AMD at 4083 versus 3120, a 30.9% advantage. Random string sorting goes to AMD by 7.6% (48526 versus 45098). Even the single-thread PassMark tests, often an Intel stronghold, show AMD ahead by 21.4% (4430 versus 3650).

Intel's wins in the PassMark suite are concentrated in math-heavy integer and floating-point workloads. Floating point math shows Intel at 107884 versus 79456, a 26.4% lead. Integer math favors Intel by 16.3% (139410 versus 116709). Data encryption is close, with Intel ahead by just 2.5% (22719 versus 22158).

The pattern is clear: AMD wins in most general-purpose and specialized workloads, while Intel takes the cinebench rendering tests and pure math throughput. The average benchmark score, however, favors Intel at 49845 versus AMD's 39768, which reflects the different test sets each processor was measured against. Intel's percentile ranking of 90 versus AMD's 87 shows both sit near the top of the database, but Intel edges ahead in overall position.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses the Zen 5 architecture on the Granite Ridge codename, built on a 4 nm TSMC process. Intel's Core 9 273PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename on a 10 nm Intel process. The process node difference is substantial: 4 nm versus 10 nm, which typically implies denser transistors and better power efficiency for the smaller node.

Core counts differ significantly. AMD fields 8 cores and 16 threads, while Intel offers 12 cores and 24 threads. Despite having 50% more cores, Intel does not consistently win multithreaded tests, which suggests the AMD cores deliver higher per-thread performance. The base clocks tell a similar story: AMD runs at 4.70 GHz base and 5.20 GHz boost, while Intel runs at 2.30 GHz base and 5.70 GHz boost. Intel's much lower base clock likely explains its power efficiency profile.

Cache configurations are radically different. Both use 80 KB L1 per core and 1 MB L2 per core on AMD versus 2 MB L2 per core on Intel. The L3 cache is where AMD's 3D V-Cache design shines: 96 MB shared L3 versus Intel's 36 MB shared L3. This 2.67x L3 advantage for AMD is likely a major contributor to its wins in data compression and prime number finding, workloads that benefit from large resident datasets.

Memory support differs as well. AMD supports DDR5 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Both use dual-channel memory buses with identical 89.6 GB/s bandwidth figures. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity shows AMD with Gen 5 across 24 lanes (CPU only) versus Intel's Gen 5 across 16 lanes (CPU only), giving AMD more PCIe bandwidth headroom for expansion.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD includes Radeon Graphics, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. AMD's multiplier is unlocked, allowing overclocking, while Intel's is locked. This is a significant feature difference for enthusiasts. The transistor count is listed only for AMD at 8,315 million on a 70.6 mm² die, while Intel's figures are not recorded in the database.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins more benchmark comparisons?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins 9 of the 15 shared tests, while the Intel Core 9 273PE wins 6. AMD's wins include larger margins in several specialized workloads, while Intel's wins are concentrated in cinebench and math-heavy PassMark tests.

Q: How does single-core performance compare between the two?

A: The results are mixed. Intel wins cinebench_r15_singlecore by 26.3% and cinebench_r23_singlecore by 52.9%, but AMD wins passmark_single_thread by 21.4% (4430 versus 3650). The discrepancy suggests the benchmarks measure different aspects of single-thread performance.

Q: What explains AMD's large lead in prime number finding?

A: AMD scores 423 versus Intel's 203 in passmark_find_prime_numbers, a 108.4% advantage. The database does not directly attribute this to a specific hardware feature, but AMD's 96 MB L3 cache versus Intel's 36 MB L3 cache is the most prominent architectural difference that could affect this workload.

Q: Does the Intel processor have more cores and threads?

A: Yes, Intel has 12 cores and 24 threads versus AMD's 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite this 50% core advantage, Intel loses passmark_multithread by 8.7% and passmark_physics by 30.9%, indicating AMD's per-core efficiency compensates for fewer cores.

Q: What are the power consumption differences?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has a TDP of 65 watts, while the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a TDP of 120 watts. Intel draws less power on paper, yet achieves higher average benchmark scores, suggesting better energy efficiency in the recorded data.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: Intel's average benchmark score is 49845, compared to AMD's 39768. Intel also ranks at the 90th percentile versus AMD's 87th percentile. However, the head-to-head tests show AMD winning more individual comparisons, so the average reflects different test coverage.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Intel Core 9 273PE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 4.70 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 120 watts | 65 watts |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 5 | Not specified |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 96 MB shared | 36 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 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part Number | 100-000001084 | SA4QD |

| Launch MSRP | $479 | $549 |

The table omits fields where the two are identical: both use dual-channel memory buses with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, both support ECC memory, both are active desktop parts, and both have 80 KB L1 cache per core. Transistor count and die size are recorded only for AMD.

The Verdict

The data paints two distinct profiles. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D demonstrates superior performance in 9 of 15 head-to-head tests, with particularly strong showings in prime number finding (108.4% lead), extended instructions (57.6% lead), physics (30.9% lead), and single-thread PassMark (21.4% lead). Its 96 MB L3 cache appears to provide a decisive edge in data-heavy workloads like compression, where it leads by 15.3%.

The Intel Core 9 273PE counters with decisive wins in cinebench rendering tests, especially r23_singlecore (52.9% lead) and r23_multicore (25.8% lead). It also dominates pure math throughput in floating-point (26.4% lead) and integer (16.3% lead) operations. Intel's higher average benchmark score (49845 versus 39768) and 90th percentile ranking suggest it performs well across a broader range of tests in the database.

The 65-watt TDP for Intel versus 120 watts for AMD indicates the Intel part achieves its results with lower power draw. The Intel processor also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering more flexibility for system builders, while AMD is DDR5-only. AMD counters with an unlocked multiplier and more PCIe lanes (24 versus 16).

Neither processor is a universal winner. The benchmark results indicate AMD excels in workloads that benefit from large cache and specialized instructions, while Intel excels in rendering and raw math throughput. The choice depends on which workload profile matters more.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D wins in scenarios involving data compression, where its 468017 score beats Intel's 405885 by 15.3%. Prime number calculations show AMD at 423 versus 203, a dramatic 108.4% edge. Extended instruction workloads favor AMD by 57.6% (38808 versus 24630). Physics simulation gives AMD a 30.9% advantage (4083 versus 3120). Random string sorting goes to AMD by 7.6% (48526 versus 45098). The PassMark multithread test shows AMD ahead by 8.7% (40009 versus 36810), and single-thread PassMark favors AMD by 21.4% (4430 versus 3650). AMD also wins cinebench_r15_multicore by 15.7% (3647 versus 3153).

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in cinebench_r15_singlecore by 26.3% (445 versus 328), cinebench_r23_multicore by 25.8% (31288 versus 23230), and cinebench_r23_singlecore by 52.9% (4417 versus 2080). Floating-point math gives Intel a 26.4% lead (107884 versus 79456). Integer math favors Intel by 16.3% (139410 versus 116709). Data encryption is a narrow Intel win by 2.5% (22719 versus 22158).

The use-case split is clear: AMD for cache-sensitive, specialized-instruction workloads and general system responsiveness; Intel for rendering, mathematical computation, and scenarios where lower power draw matters. The recorded data supports both parts as top-tier desktop processors, with AMD's win count and Intel's average score each telling a valid story depending on the workload.