AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G vs Intel Core 5 315 Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and Intel Core 5 315 occupy opposite ends of the computing spectrum, with the database showing a 90th percentile ranking for the AMD part against a 72nd percentile for the Intel part. The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G delivers 7 benchmark wins out of 11 head-to-head tests, while the Core 5 315 takes 4, but the nature of those wins reveals two fundamentally different performance profiles. The AMD processor is a desktop-focused, high-throughput part built on Zen 3, while the Intel chip is a mobile-oriented, low-power design on Wildcat Lake architecture.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G has an average benchmark score of 49196, placing it at the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 5 315 has an average score of 18188, placing it at the 72nd percentile.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 315 wins the single-thread test with a score of 4021 compared to the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G's 3366, a 16.3% advantage for Intel. This is one of the four head-to-head wins recorded for the Intel part.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two in any single test?

A: The largest margin is in passmark_integer_math, where the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 90270 against the Intel Core 5 315's 31690, a 184.9% advantage for AMD.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G supports DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus. The Intel Core 5 315 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory but uses a single-channel bus.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G and the Intel Core 5 315 have an active production status in the database.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 5 315 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning it lacks simultaneous multithreading.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G is the choice for compute-heavy desktop workloads, while the Intel Core 5 315 suits single-thread-sensitive and mobile scenarios. The AMD part leads in 7 of 11 benchmarks, including massive wins in integer math (184.9%), data compression (102.4%), and random string sorting (86.7%). Its multithread score of 23858 is 56.2% higher than the Intel's 15272, and its floating-point score of 50778 beats the Intel's 42441 by 19.6%.

The Intel Core 5 315 counters with superior single-thread performance (4021 vs 3366, a 16.3% edge), a 48.2% advantage in prime number finding (112 vs 58), and a 12.1% lead in physics (1163 vs 1022). These wins point to a chip optimized for latency-sensitive, lightly threaded tasks. The Intel part also carries a 15W TDP versus AMD's 65W, aligning with its mobile market segment and BGA socket.

For users prioritizing raw throughput, parallel workloads, or desktop integration on Socket AM4, the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G dominates the recorded data. For users targeting single-core responsiveness or low-power mobile designs, the Core 5 315 offers measurable advantages in those specific tests.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G wins decisively in computational throughput tests. The integer math result is the standout: 90270 versus 31690, a 184.9% delta that represents the largest gap in the entire comparison. Data compression follows with 295730 against 146143, a 102.4% margin. Random string sorting shows 32771 versus 17551, an 86.7% advantage. Extended instructions score 20487 versus 13143, a 55.9% lead. The multithread test delivers 23858 versus 15272, a 56.2% margin. Data encryption shows 19450 versus 11119, a 74.9% advantage. Floating-point math rounds out AMD's wins with 50778 against 42441, a 19.6% edge.

The Intel Core 5 315 takes the remaining four tests. Single-thread performance shows 4021 versus 3366, a 16.3% advantage. The find prime numbers test records 112 versus 58, a 48.2% lead for Intel. Physics scores 1163 versus 1022, a 12.1% margin. The passmark_singlethread test repeats the same result as passmark_single_thread, confirming a consistent 16.3% Intel advantage in that metric.

The pattern is unambiguous: AMD wins every multi-core and data-heavy workload by substantial margins, while Intel wins the single-thread and specific algorithmic tests by smaller, though consistent, amounts.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ sharply. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G provides 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 5 315 provides 6 cores and 6 threads. Clock speeds also diverge: the AMD part runs at 3.80 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost, whereas the Intel chip runs at 1.50 GHz base and 4.40 GHz boost. The TDP figures are 65W for AMD and 15W for Intel, reflecting the desktop versus mobile design targets.

Memory support differs by generation and channel count. The AMD processor uses DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel processor uses DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. PCIe lanes also vary: AMD provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The sockets are incompatible: AMD Socket AM4 versus Intel BGA 1516.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G includes Radeon Vega 8, while the Intel Core 5 315 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $340 in the database.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G uses Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. The transistor count is 10,700 million on a 180 mm² die. Cache is organized per core: 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3.

The Intel Core 5 315 uses Wildcat Lake codename with no architecture name listed, built on a 3 nm process at Intel. Transistor count and die size are not recorded in the database. Cache is organized differently: 192 KB of L1 total, 2.5 MB of L2 total, and 6 MB of shared L3.

Both processors lack ECC memory support and have locked multipliers. The AMD part belongs to the 5000 series and the Ryzen 7 generation, while the Intel part belongs to the Core 5 generation.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G wins in every test that scales with core count, thread count, or data volume. The integer math, data compression, encryption, extended instructions, random string sorting, and multithread results all favor AMD by margins from 55.9% to 184.9%. The floating-point math win adds another throughput category. This processor is suited for database operations, file compression, scientific calculation, and any workload that can use 16 threads. Its 65W TDP and AM4 socket target desktop builds where power draw is less constrained.

The Intel Core 5 315 wins in single-thread performance, prime number finding, and physics. The single-thread score of 4021 indicates strong per-core efficiency despite the lower base clock of 1.50 GHz. The prime number result of 112 versus 58 suggests a particularly efficient algorithm execution path. The physics score of 1163 versus 1022 points to advantages in simulated physics calculations. The 15W TDP and mobile market segment make this the appropriate choice for battery-powered systems where sustained single-core bursts matter more than aggregate throughput.

The database shows no ambiguous territory: the AMD part wins 7 tests by wide margins, the Intel part wins 4 tests by smaller margins. Users seeking maximum parallel throughput should select the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G. Users seeking maximum single-thread response or operating within a 15W thermal envelope should select the Core 5 315. The two processors do not compete for the same chassis or use case.