AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Intel Core Ultra 9 386H Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE and Intel Core Ultra 9 386H occupy different corners of the processor market, one a low-power desktop chip for compact systems, the other a mobile processor for high-performance laptops. The recorded data shows a clear performance hierarchy, with the Intel part winning 16 of 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the AMD chip secures a single but significant victory in one single-core test. This analysis breaks down where each processor delivers its strengths, the architectural choices behind those results, and what the numbers mean for real-world workloads.

Where Each One Wins

The performance split between these two processors is stark. The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H dominates nearly every workload category recorded in the database. Its wins span across multi-core rendering, data compression, encryption, extended instruction sets, prime number finding, floating-point math, integer math, physics calculations, random string sorting, and general single-thread performance. This is a processor designed to excel across the board, with no obvious weak point in the benchmark suite.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE wins exactly one head-to-head test: Cinebench R23 single-core, where it scores 2507 against Intel's 2071.5. That 21% advantage is notable because single-core performance often dictates responsiveness in everyday applications and lightly threaded workloads. However, the AMD chip loses the Cinebench R15 and R20 single-core tests, so its R23 win appears isolated rather than part of a broader single-thread trend.

For multi-threaded work, the Intel part is the clear choice. The Cinebench R23 multi-core test shows Intel scoring 20547 against AMD's 17759, a 13.6% lead. That gap widens dramatically in older Cinebench versions, with Intel leading by 44.5% in R15 and 41.8% in R20. The PassMark multi-thread test tells the same story, with Intel scoring 35399 versus AMD's 20870, a 41% advantage. The data indicates that the Intel processor is the superior option for rendering, video encoding, compilation, and other parallel workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing processes. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the Zen 3 architecture, specifically the Cezanne codename, built on a 7 nm process from 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 chip contains 10,700 million transistors on a 180 mm² die. Cache allocation includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of L3 shared across the chip.

The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H uses the Panther Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process from Intel's own foundry. It has 16 cores and 16 threads, meaning each core handles one thread, unlike the AMD part's simultaneous multithreading. Base clock sits at 2.10 GHz, with a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. The database does not record transistor count or die size for the Intel part. Cache is more generous per core: 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, plus 18 MB of shared L3.

Memory support differs substantially. The AMD processor supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel access and a bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel processor supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, also dual-channel, with a much higher bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s. That bandwidth advantage helps in memory-heavy workloads. PCIe support also differs, with AMD offering Gen 3 with 16 lanes and Intel offering Gen 5 with 12 lanes, a newer and faster interface despite fewer lanes.

The integrated graphics differ as well. AMD uses Radeon Vega 8, while Intel uses Xe3 Graphics. The database does not include graphics benchmarks, so the comparison here is limited to naming the hardware. The AMD part is a desktop processor on Socket AM4 with a 35 W TDP, while the Intel part is a mobile processor on BGA 2540 with a 25 W TDP. The Intel chip targets a lower thermal envelope while delivering significantly higher performance in the recorded tests.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a consistent pattern, but the margins vary considerably by workload. The largest Intel advantage appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where Intel scores 341 against AMD's 50, a 85.3% lead. This test heavily favors the Intel architecture's integer and branch handling capabilities. PassMark floating-point math shows a 57.1% Intel lead, with scores of 108527 and 46589 respectively. Physics simulation via PassMark shows Intel at 3028 versus AMD's 841, a 72.2% gap.

Data-centric workloads also favor Intel substantially. Data compression shows Intel scoring 352365 against AMD's 252937, a 28.2% lead. Data encryption shows Intel at 27150 versus AMD's 16937, a 37.6% advantage. Extended instruction sets, which matter for cryptography and multimedia codecs, show Intel ahead by 41.6%, scoring 29138 against 17029.

The Cinebench suite reveals an interesting split. In R15 multi-core, Intel leads with 3223 against 1789, a 44.5% margin. In R20 multi-core, Intel scores 12820 against 7458, again a 41.8% lead. But in R23 multi-core, the gap narrows to 13.6%, with Intel at 20547 and AMD at 17759. The single-core results flip direction in R23: AMD wins 2507 to 2071.5, a 21% margin, despite losing R15 single-core by 17% and R20 single-core by 41.8%.

General single-thread performance from PassMark shows Intel ahead at 4218 versus AMD's 3353, a 20.5% lead. Integer math is close, with Intel at 87284 barely ahead of AMD's 84004, a 3.8% margin. Random string sorting favors Intel by 35%, with scores of 42135 and 27373. The overall average benchmark score reinforces the hierarchy: Intel records 43210, while AMD records 29656.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has 16 cores, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has 8 cores. Both support 16 threads, but the AMD part uses simultaneous multithreading to reach that count.

Q: Where does the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE beat the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H?

A: The AMD chip wins the Cinebench R23 single-core test, scoring 2507 against Intel's 2071.5, a 21% advantage.

Q: How large is the Intel part's lead in multi-core rendering?

A: In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel leads by 13.6%, scoring 20547 against AMD's 17759. In older Cinebench versions, the lead is much larger: 44.5% in R15 and 41.8% in R20.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE supports DDR4, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Both use dual-channel memory buses.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has a 35 W TDP, and the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has a 25 W TDP.

Q: How do the processors compare in overall average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H records an average benchmark score of 43210, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE records 29656. The Intel part ranks in the 88th percentile of all CPUs, compared to the AMD part's 81st percentile.

The Verdict

The data points to a straightforward conclusion. The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is the stronger processor in nearly every measured workload. It wins 16 of 17 head-to-head comparisons, including all multi-threaded tests, all data processing tests, and the majority of single-thread tests. Its 88th percentile ranking versus the AMD part's 81st percentile confirms its higher standing in the overall CPU landscape. Users who need maximum throughput for rendering, data compression, encryption, or physics simulation should choose the Intel part based on the recorded performance.

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE has a narrower case. Its single win in Cinebench R23 single-core demonstrates that it can beat the Intel part in at least one lightly threaded scenario. Its lower TDP of 35 W, while higher than Intel's 25 W, still positions it as a low-power desktop option. The AMD chip uses Socket AM4, which may be relevant for systems built around that platform. For buyers prioritizing the specific Cinebench R23 single-core workload, the AMD part has a measurable advantage. For everything else in the recorded data, the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is the superior choice.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H |

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

| Series | 5000 series | Core Ultra Series 3 |

| Cores | 8 | 16 |

| Threads | 16 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.20 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.90 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 25 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM4 | Intel BGA 2540 |

| Architecture | Zen 3 | Panther Lake |

| Codename | Cezanne | Panther Lake |

| Process Node | 7 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 512 KB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 18 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s | 115.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 12 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Vega 8 | Intel Xe3 Graphics |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2024-09-04 | 2026-01-04 |