AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Intel Core 5 211E Comparison

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a clear overall winner: the Intel Core 5 211E dominates the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE in 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests. Its average benchmark score of 37829 places it in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD processor scores 29656 on average, sitting in the 81st percentile. The Intel part delivers consistently higher scores in Cinebench rendering workloads and most PassMark tests, making it the stronger choice for multi-threaded productivity, compression, and single-thread responsiveness.

However, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is not without its advantages. It wins the PassMark physics test by 19.8% (841 versus 702) and the prime number finding test by 16.3% (50 versus 43). These two wins point to specific workload characteristics where the AMD architecture holds an edge. The data also shows the AMD part operates at a 35 W TDP compared to Intel's 65 W, which suggests substantially lower power draw for lighter workloads, though the database does not record direct power consumption measurements.

The choice between these two processors depends entirely on workload priorities. For users running Cinebench-style rendering, data compression, floating-point math, or encryption tasks, the Intel Core 5 211E delivers measurably higher scores across the board. For users targeting physics simulations, prime number calculations, or power-sensitive deployments where the 35 W TDP matters, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE offers a compelling counterpoint. The AMD part also supports the older AMD Socket AM4 platform, while Intel uses Socket 1700, so platform compatibility will factor into any decision.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process at TSMC. It packs 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel Core 5 211E uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with 10 cores and 16 threads. Its base clock runs at 2.70 GHz, but the boost clock reaches 4.90 GHz, which explains its single-thread advantage in the recorded benchmarks.

The cache hierarchies differ substantially. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 cache. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, a much larger 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger per-core L2 cache on the Intel part likely contributes to its strong showing in data compression (346757 versus 252937, a 27.1% advantage) and random string sorting (34308 versus 27373, a 20.2% advantage).

Memory support also diverges. The AMD processor supports only DDR4 memory with a dual-channel bus and 51.2 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with a higher memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The Intel processor also supports ECC memory, while the AMD part does not. Both use dual-channel memory buses, but the Intel platform has the bandwidth advantage.

The integrated graphics differ: AMD pairs the CPU with Radeon Vega 8, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. The database does not record graphics benchmark scores, so no performance comparison is possible from the data. The AMD part has a die size of 180 mm² with 10,700 million transistors, while Intel's die measures 257 mm² with no transistor count recorded. The Intel processor supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while AMD uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, a notable platform capability difference.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E records an average benchmark score of 37829, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores 29656. The Intel part sits in the 86th percentile of all CPUs, compared to AMD's 81st percentile.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE wins two tests: PassMark physics with a score of 841 versus 702 (a 19.8% advantage) and PassMark find prime numbers with 50 versus 43 (a 16.3% advantage).

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has a TDP of 35 W, while the Intel Core 5 211E has a TDP of 65 W. This indicates the AMD part is rated for significantly lower power consumption.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE does not. The Intel part also supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, whereas the AMD part only supports DDR4.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The Intel Core 5 211E has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has 8 cores and 16 threads. Both processors have the same thread count, but Intel uses two additional physical cores.

Q: What is the release date difference?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE was released on 2024-09-04, while the Intel Core 5 211E was released on 2025-01-12, making the Intel part approximately four months newer.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Intel Core 5 211E |

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

| Cores | 8 | 10 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 180 mm² | 257 mm² |

| Transistors | 10,700 million | Not recorded |

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

| L2 Cache | 512 KB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 20 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 8 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Release Date | 2024-09-04 | 2025-01-12 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $221 |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench suite shows a consistent pattern: the Intel Core 5 211E wins every single test by approximately 12.9%. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 20389 versus AMD's 17759, a 12.9% margin. The single-core R23 test shows Intel at 2878 versus AMD's 2507, also 12.9%. The same delta repeats in R20 multi-core (8563 versus 7458) and R20 single-core (1208 versus 1052), and in R15 multi-core (2055 versus 1789) and R15 single-core (289 versus 252). This uniformity indicates the Intel part holds a consistent architectural advantage across all Cinebench versions.

The PassMark suite reveals a wider spread of results. The largest Intel win comes in floating-point math, where it scores 66402 versus AMD's 46589, a 29.8% advantage. Data compression shows Intel ahead by 27.1% (346757 versus 252937). Extended instructions favor Intel by 21.1% (21592 versus 17029). Random string sorting goes to Intel by 20.2% (34308 versus 27373). Single-thread performance favors Intel by 16.3% (4006 versus 3353). The multithread test shows Intel ahead by 12.4% (23833 versus 20870). Smaller Intel wins appear in data encryption (17938 versus 16937, a 5.6% margin) and integer math (88117 versus 84004, a 4.7% margin).

The AMD wins are concentrated in two specific tests. PassMark physics shows AMD at 841 versus Intel's 702, a 19.8% advantage. PassMark find prime numbers shows AMD at 50 versus Intel's 43, a 16.3% advantage. These results suggest the AMD Zen 3 architecture handles certain algorithmic workloads more efficiently, despite the Intel part's overall superiority in the broader benchmark suite. The data records 2 wins for AMD and 15 wins for Intel across the 17 head-to-head tests, making the outcome unambiguous for most workloads while preserving niche areas where the AMD processor excels.