AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Intel Core 5 213PE Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits sharply between these two processors. The Intel Core 5 213PE dominates 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE claims a single victory. That lone win comes in PassMark data encryption, where the AMD part scores 16,937 against Intel's 15,916, a 6.4% advantage. This suggests the Zen 3 architecture retains a specific edge in cryptographic workloads, likely tied to its instruction handling.

Every other category favors Intel. The Core 5 213PE wins all six Cinebench tests, covering both single-core and multi-core rendering workloads. The margin is consistent across the board at 21% in Intel's favor. In PassMark's broader suite, Intel leads in data compression, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, physics simulation, random string sorting, and single-thread performance. The deltas range from a modest 8.8% in integer math to a commanding 56.1% in prime number enumeration.

The use-case split becomes clear. For general productivity, rendering, physics simulation, and multi-threaded workloads, the Intel part is the stronger choice. The AMD processor only makes sense when the workload centers on data encryption, where it posts a measurable advantage. The database also shows Intel's average benchmark score of 35,428 versus AMD's 29,656, placing the Core 5 213PE in the 85th percentile of all CPUs compared to the Ryzen's 81st percentile.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE leads in every recorded single-thread test. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 3,172 against AMD's 2,507, a 21% gap. PassMark single-thread shows 4,060 versus 3,353, a 17.4% difference.

Q: How do the two compare in multi-threaded workloads?

A: Intel wins all multi-threaded benchmarks. Cinebench R23 multi-core records 22,468 for Intel versus 17,759 for AMD, again a 21% margin. PassMark multithread scores 26,434 for Intel and 20,870 for AMD, also 21% apart.

Q: Does the AMD processor win any benchmark at all?

A: Yes, exactly one. In PassMark data encryption, AMD scores 16,937 versus Intel's 15,916, a 6.4% advantage. This is the sole head-to-head win for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap between the two?

A: The largest delta appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 114 against AMD's 50, a 56.1% difference. PassMark physics shows a 48.2% gap (1,624 vs 841), and floating point math shows 32.1% (68,587 vs 46,589).

Q: How do the processors rank relative to other CPUs?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PE sits in the 85th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 35,428. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE ranks in the 81st percentile with an average score of 29,656.

Q: Are both processors actively produced?

A: Yes, the database lists both as Active production status. The AMD part released on 2024-09-04, while the Intel part has a release date of 2026-03-08.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results form a uniform picture. Across all six tests (R15, R20, and R23, each with single-core and multi-core variants), the Intel Core 5 213PE wins by exactly 21%. The pattern holds regardless of workload intensity or rendering complexity. In R15 multi-core, Intel scores 2,264 versus AMD's 1,789. In R15 single-core, the margin is identical: 319 against 252. This consistency suggests a fundamental performance advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The PassMark suite reveals where Intel's advantage grows or shrinks. The smallest gap comes in integer math, where Intel scores 92,089 against AMD's 84,004, only 8.8% apart. Data compression shows a 15.4% gap (298,804 vs 252,937). Random string sorting lands at 14.5% (32,027 vs 27,373). Extended instructions show 13% (19,565 vs 17,029). These moderate gaps indicate that AMD's Zen 3 cores remain competitive in general arithmetic and data handling.

The largest Intel advantages appear in specialized workloads. Prime number finding shows the extreme case: Intel's 114 versus AMD's 50, a 56.1% deficit for AMD. Physics simulation follows at 48.2%, with Intel posting 1,624 against AMD's 841. Floating point math shows 32.1%, Intel at 68,587 versus AMD at 46,589. These numbers point to significant differences in how each architecture handles iterative computation and floating-point throughput.

The single AMD victory in data encryption deserves attention. While Intel leads in nearly every category, its 15,916 encryption score falls 6.4% behind AMD's 16,937. This is not a trivial margin, and it demonstrates that architectural trade-offs matter even when one processor dominates overall.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in fundamental specifications despite sharing 8 cores and 16 threads. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has a base clock of 3.20 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Intel Core 5 213PE starts lower at 2.70 GHz base but boosts higher to 5.20 GHz. This explains Intel's consistent single-core advantage: the higher boost ceiling translates directly into faster single-thread scores.

Thermal design power differs substantially. AMD lists a TDP of 35 watts, while Intel specifies 65 watts. The AMD part draws less power by specification, but the Intel part delivers higher performance across nearly all tests. The database does not include measured power consumption, so efficiency comparisons must remain qualitative.

Memory support diverges. AMD uses DDR4 only, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth reflects this: Intel's dual-channel configuration reaches 76.8 GB/s, while AMD's dual-channel DDR4 tops out at 51.2 GB/s. ECC memory support also differs, with Intel supporting ECC and AMD not listing it.

PCIe generation marks another split. AMD uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). This gives Intel a four-generation advantage in interconnect speed, though the benchmark data does not directly measure PCIe performance.

The socket and platform differ entirely. AMD uses Socket AM4, while Intel uses Socket 1700. Integrated graphics also vary: AMD includes Radeon Vega 8, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 730. The database does not provide graphics benchmarks, so relative iGPU performance remains unquantified.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses Zen 3 architecture on the Cezanne codename, built on TSMC's 7 nm process. The chip contains 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Cache organization includes 64 KB L1 per core, 512 KB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3.

The Intel Core 5 213PE uses Bartlett Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process. The database does not list transistor count or die size for this part. Cache organization differs: 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 24 MB shared L3. Intel's L2 cache is four times larger per core, and its L3 cache is 50% larger overall.

The process node difference is notable: TSMC's 7 nm versus Intel's 10 nm. Despite the larger process node, Intel achieves higher clock speeds and better benchmark scores. This suggests architectural efficiency gains in the Bartlett Lake design outweigh the process disadvantage.

The AMD part carries the Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics, while Intel uses UHD Graphics 730. Both processors lock their multipliers, so neither offers unlocked overclocking. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221; the AMD part has no listed launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points decisively toward the Intel Core 5 213PE for most applications. It wins 16 of 17 tests, including all rendering workloads, all single-thread tests, and the majority of PassMark's specialized computations. The consistent 21% margin across Cinebench tests indicates a broad performance advantage that should translate to real-world productivity gains. The 85th percentile ranking versus AMD's 81st percentile reinforces this conclusion.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE retains a narrow but real niche in data encryption, where its 6.4% advantage could matter for specific security-focused workloads. Its lower 35-watt TDP also suggests potential efficiency benefits, though the database does not quantify power draw. For users prioritizing encryption throughput or minimal power consumption, the AMD part offers a defensible choice.

For everything else, the Intel part's higher boost clock, larger cache hierarchy, newer PCIe generation, and broader memory support align with its benchmark dominance. The 65-watt TDP may require more substantial cooling than the AMD's 35-watt design, but the performance delta justifies the trade-off in most scenarios. The Intel Core 5 213PE stands as the stronger all-around processor according to the recorded data.