AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Intel Core i7-12650H Comparison

The Verdict

The data paints a fascinating split personality for these two processors. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE and Intel Core i7-12650H are separated by a razor-thin margin in overall average benchmark score, with AMD at 29656 and Intel at 28815, a difference of roughly 2.9%. The AMD chip claims a slightly higher percentile ranking at 81 versus Intel's 80, placing both in the same performance tier among all CPUs.

Looking at the head-to-head results, the Intel Core i7-12650H wins 9 of the 17 benchmark comparisons, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE takes 8. This near-even split suggests the choice depends heavily on workload type. The Intel part dominates in physics simulations, floating-point math, and multi-threaded PassMark tests, while AMD strikes back with commanding leads in Cinebench R23 multi-core (47.1% ahead) and single-core (42.2% ahead), plus strong showings in integer math and data encryption.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is the better pick for users running Cinebench-style rendering workloads, integer-heavy computation, and encryption tasks. The Intel Core i7-12650H suits those prioritizing physics processing, floating-point operations, and general multi-threaded throughput as measured by PassMark. For single-thread performance in the PassMark suite, Intel edges ahead by 5.3%, but in Cinebench R23 single-core, AMD leads by a massive 42.2%, creating a benchmark-dependent paradox.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the Zen 3 architecture under 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 transistor count is listed at 10,700 million on a die size of 180 mm².

The Intel Core i7-12650H employs the Alder Lake architecture under the Alder Lake-H codename, fabricated on a 10 nm process by Intel. It offers 10 cores and 16 threads, which indicates a hybrid arrangement of performance and efficiency cores, though the database does not break down the core types. Its base clock is 2.30 GHz with a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The die size is larger at 217 mm², but transistor count is not recorded.

Cache configurations differ notably. AMD provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, a substantially larger 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a larger 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This gives Intel an apparent advantage in per-core L2 and total L3, though AMD's smaller L2 per core is compensated by its uniform 8-core design.

Memory support splits the pair: AMD supports only DDR4 in a dual-channel configuration with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode, though the bandwidth figure is not recorded. PCIe connectivity also differs, with AMD offering Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while Intel offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes. Integrated graphics vary as well: AMD uses Radeon Vega 8, while Intel uses UHD Graphics. The AMD part targets the desktop market on Socket AM4, while Intel is a mobile processor on BGA 1744. Neither supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i7-12650H reaches 4.70 GHz, slightly ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE's 4.60 GHz.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: Intel offers 10 cores versus AMD's 8 cores, but both provide 16 threads.

Q: Which CPU has more L3 cache?

A: Intel has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while AMD has 16 MB.

Q: Does either processor support DDR5 memory?

A: Only the Intel Core i7-12650H supports DDR5; AMD supports DDR4 exclusively.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: AMD is rated at 35 W, while Intel is rated at 45 W.

Q: Which chip has the larger process node?

A: Intel uses a 10 nm process, while AMD uses a smaller 7 nm process from TSMC.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every major specification category. AMD leads in process technology with 7 nm versus Intel's 10 nm. AMD has a higher base clock at 3.20 GHz versus 2.30 GHz, but Intel has a higher boost clock at 4.70 GHz versus 4.60 GHz. TDP favors AMD at 35 W versus 45 W.

Core and thread counts show Intel with 10 cores versus 8, though both have 16 threads. Cache allocation differs substantially: AMD has 64 KB L1 per core and 512 KB L2 per core, while Intel has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core. L3 cache is 16 MB on AMD versus 24 MB on Intel.

Memory support is a clear differentiator, with Intel offering both DDR4 and DDR5 while AMD is limited to DDR4. Memory bandwidth is only recorded for AMD at 51.2 GB/s. PCIe generation favors Intel with Gen 4 and 20 lanes versus AMD's Gen 3 and 16 lanes. The integrated graphics differ, with AMD using Radeon Vega 8 and Intel using UHD Graphics.

The physical platforms are incompatible: AMD uses Socket AM4 for desktop, while Intel uses BGA 1744 for mobile. The process node and foundry differ, with TSMC manufacturing AMD's chip and Intel fabricating its own. Die size is 180 mm² for AMD and 217 mm² for Intel. AMD's transistor count is 10,700 million, while Intel's is not recorded. Production status is active for both, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results reveal a clear pattern of workload-specific dominance. In Cinebench R23, AMD delivers a crushing victory in both multi-core and single-core tests. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores 17759 in R23 multi-core versus Intel's 12074, a 47.1% advantage. In R23 single-core, AMD leads 2507 versus 1763, a 42.2% margin. These are the largest deltas in the entire comparison.

The older Cinebench versions tell a different story. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, Intel edges ahead with 1851.5 versus 1789, a 3.4% lead. In R15 single-core, AMD narrowly wins 252 versus 250, a 0.8% margin. Cinebench R20 shows Intel ahead in both multi-core (7608 versus 7458, a 2% lead) and single-core (1073 versus 1052, a 2% lead).

PassMark results are mixed. Intel wins floating-point math decisively, scoring 54934 versus 46589, a 15.2% lead. Intel also dominates find prime numbers with 91 versus 50, a 45.1% advantage, and physics with 1430 versus 841, a 41.2% lead. Intel takes PassMark multi-thread 21962 versus 20870, a 5% lead, and PassMark single-thread 3539 versus 3353, a 5.3% advantage.

AMD counters strongly in PassMark data encryption, scoring 16937 versus 14041, a 20.6% lead. AMD also leads in integer math with 84004 versus 73641, a 14.1% margin, and extended instructions with 17029 versus 15438, a 10.3% edge. Smaller AMD wins appear in data compression (252937 versus 250026, a 1.2% lead) and random string sorting (27373 versus 26591, a 2.9% margin).

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is the clear choice for Cinebench R23 workloads, where its 47.1% multi-core and 42.2% single-core leads are decisive. This suggests a strong capability in modern rendering tasks that rely on the R23 benchmark. AMD also dominates in data encryption with a 20.6% advantage, making it preferable for security-related workloads. The 14.1% lead in integer math and 10.3% lead in extended instructions further position AMD for computation-heavy tasks involving whole-number arithmetic and specialized instruction sets.

For data compression and random string sorting, AMD holds smaller but consistent leads of 1.2% and 2.9% respectively. These wins, combined with the R23 results, paint AMD as the more efficient processor for certain algorithmic workloads, despite its lower core count and TDP.

The Intel Core i7-12650H excels in physics simulations, where its 41.2% lead over AMD is substantial. Its 45.1% advantage in find prime numbers indicates strength in prime-number computation, likely benefiting from its larger L2 and L3 caches. Intel's 15.2% lead in floating-point math suggests better handling of decimal and scientific calculations.

Intel also wins the PassMark multi-thread test with a 5% lead, despite AMD's much larger Cinebench R23 multi-core win, indicating that benchmark methodology matters significantly. The 5.3% lead in PassMark single-thread performance, contrasted with AMD's 42.2% lead in Cinebench R23 single-core, highlights the importance of workload-specific testing.

In the older Cinebench versions, Intel takes R15 multi-core by 3.4% and R20 multi-core by 2%, plus R20 single-core by 2%, while AMD takes R15 single-core by 0.8%. This split across Cinebench versions suggests that the two processors trade leads depending on the test generation, with Intel performing better in R15 and R20 while AMD dominates R23.

The data indicates that users should select based on their primary application: AMD for R23-style rendering and encryption, Intel for physics, floating-point math, and PassMark-based multi-threading. The near-equal overall scores mean neither is universally superior, and the choice hinges on specific workload requirements.