AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 vs Intel Xeon 6349P Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a lopsided contest in terms of raw win count, with the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 taking 13 of the 17 head-to-head benchmarks while the Intel Xeon 6349P claims 4. Yet the margin analysis reveals that the Intel part’s victories are often dramatic, while the AMD chip’s wins are mostly narrow but consistent across a broad range of workloads.

Starting with the Cinebench suite, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins every single iteration, but by a razor-thin 1% margin across the board. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the AMD scores 2232 against the Intel’s 2209. Single-core R15 sees 314 versus 311. R20 multicore is 9300 to 9208, R20 single-core is 1312 to 1299, R23 multicore is 22145 to 21924, and R23 single-core is 3126 to 3095. These results indicate that in pure CPU rendering tasks, the two processors are effectively neck and neck, with the AMD part holding a marginal advantage that never exceeds 1%.

The PassMark suite paints a more varied picture. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 dominates data encryption with a score of 19815 against the Intel Xeon 6349P’s 16239, a 22% advantage. This is one of the largest deltas in the entire comparison. Prime number finding also favors AMD heavily: 115 versus 90, a 27.8% edge. Integer math goes to AMD at 94884 versus 82443, a 15.1% lead. Random string sorting favors AMD at 33754 versus 31056, an 8.7% gap. Extended instructions show AMD ahead at 21117 versus 20426, a 3.4% difference. Data compression is closer, with AMD at 314363 versus 306774, a 2.5% lead. Multithread performance is nearly identical, with AMD at 26054 versus 25793, again a 1% margin.

The Intel Xeon 6349P’s wins are concentrated but substantial. In PassMark single-thread performance, the Intel part scores 4528 against AMD’s 3442, a 24% advantage. This is the largest single delta in either direction. Floating point math also goes to Intel: 61796 versus 52105, a 15.7% lead. The physics test shows Intel at 1408 versus AMD’s 1109, a 21.2% advantage. These three victories suggest the Intel architecture has a significant edge in workloads that rely on high clock speeds and certain math operations, even though it loses the overall benchmark count.

Notably, the average benchmark scores tell a slightly different story. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has an average benchmark score of 35802, placing it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Xeon 6349P averages 34890, sitting in the 84th percentile. The gap between their average scores is roughly 2.6%, which aligns with the pattern of narrow AMD wins across many tests. The nearest rivals for the AMD part include the Intel Core 7 250H at 35728 (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 at 35719 (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at 35909 (0.3% ahead), and the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H at 35670 (0.4% behind). For the Intel Xeon 6349P, the closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 5 150 at 34881 (0% difference), the Intel Core 7 253PTE at 34962 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core i7-13800H at 34988 (0.3% ahead), and the Intel Core i9-12900HX at 35003 (0.3% ahead).

What stands out is how closely these two processors track each other in aggregate despite their architectural differences. The AMD part’s 13 wins are mostly incremental, while the Intel part’s 4 wins include two of the three largest margins in the entire comparison. This suggests that the choice between them depends heavily on workload characteristics rather than overall capability.

The Verdict

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the more versatile processor for general-purpose computing. It wins the majority of benchmarks, including all six Cinebench tests and nine of the eleven PassMark tests that are not single-thread or floating-point oriented. Its 22% lead in data encryption and 27.8% lead in prime number finding are particularly noteworthy for security and cryptographic workloads. The 15.1% advantage in integer math makes it a stronger candidate for general productivity and database operations.

The Intel Xeon 6349P, however, is the clear choice for single-threaded performance and physics simulations. Its 24% lead in PassMark single-thread and 21.2% lead in physics are decisive. The 15.7% advantage in floating point math makes it attractive for scientific computing and numerical analysis. The Intel part also carries a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz compared to the AMD’s 4.60 GHz, which aligns with its single-thread dominance.

For users who prioritize rendering, multitasking, encryption, or integer-heavy workloads, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the better fit. For those who need maximum clock speed, floating point throughput, or physics simulation performance, the Intel Xeon 6349P is superior. Both processors support ECC memory, making either viable for workstation or server environments, but the AMD part’s lower TDP of 65 watts against the Intel’s 95 watts suggests it may be more efficient in sustained workloads, though the data does not directly measure power consumption.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is built on TSMC’s 7 nm process and uses the Zen 3 architecture with the Vermeer codename. It belongs to the 5000 series and the Ryzen 7 generation. The die size is 74 mm² and it houses 4,150 million transistors. The Intel Xeon 6349P uses Intel’s 10 nm process and the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-R codename. It is part of the Xeon 6 generation under the Raptor Lake Refresh name and has a die size of 163 mm², with transistor count not recorded in the database.

The core configurations differ significantly. The AMD part has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel part has 6 cores and 12 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the Intel part achieves competitive multicore scores in most tests, which likely reflects its higher clock speeds. The base clock for the AMD is 3.40 GHz with a boost of 4.60 GHz, while the Intel starts at 3.60 GHz and boosts to 5.70 GHz.

Cache layouts also diverge. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 32 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Xeon 6349P has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part’s larger per-core L2 cache is notable, but the AMD part’s larger total L3 cache may benefit workloads with large working sets.

Memory support differs as well. The AMD part supports DDR4 with dual-channel memory and a recorded bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel memory, but its bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The Intel part also has the advantage of PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the AMD part uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes. The AMD offers more total lanes, but the Intel offers a newer generation.

The release dates are far apart. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 was released in April 2022, while the Intel Xeon 6349P was released in February 2025. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $509, while the AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The Intel part is classified as a Server/Workstation processor, while the AMD part is classified as Desktop. Both are currently active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Specification Differences

The core count is the most obvious difference: 8 cores and 16 threads for the AMD versus 6 cores and 12 threads for the Intel. Clock speeds also differ, with the AMD base clock at 3.40 GHz and boost at 4.60 GHz, while the Intel runs at 3.60 GHz base and 5.70 GHz boost. The TDP is 65 watts for the AMD and 95 watts for the Intel.

The process node differs, with the AMD using TSMC’s 7 nm and the Intel using Intel’s 10 nm. The foundries are different as well: TSMC for AMD and Intel for the Intel part. Die size is 74 mm² for the AMD and 163 mm² for the Intel. Transistor count is recorded only for the AMD at 4,150 million.

Cache is another differentiator. L1 cache is 64 KB per core for AMD and 80 KB per core for Intel. L2 cache is 512 KB per core for AMD and 1.25 MB per core for Intel. L3 cache is 32 MB shared for AMD and 18 MB shared for Intel.

Memory support shows the AMD limited to DDR4, while the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the AMD at 51.2 GB/s. PCIe support differs: the AMD uses Gen 4 with 20 lanes, while the Intel uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Intel part has no integrated graphics, while the AMD part also has no recorded integrated graphics.

The socket types are incompatible: the AMD uses AMD Socket AM4, while the Intel uses Intel Socket 1700. The market segments differ, with the AMD classified as Desktop and the Intel as Server/Workstation. Release dates are recorded as April 2022 for AMD and February 2025 for Intel. The launch MSRP is recorded only for the Intel at $509. The part numbers are 100-000000832 for AMD and SRPLT for Intel.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Xeon 6349P has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: How do the two compare in Cinebench R23 multicore performance?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 scores 22145, while the Intel Xeon 6349P scores 21924, giving the AMD a 1% advantage.

Q: Which processor wins the single-thread PassMark test?

A: The Intel Xeon 6349P wins with a score of 4528, which is 24% higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845’s 3442.

Q: What is the biggest percentage win for the AMD part?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 leads by 27.8% in the PassMark find prime numbers test, scoring 115 against the Intel’s 90.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 and the Intel Xeon 6349P support ECC memory.

Q: What are the release dates for these two CPUs?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 was released in April 2022, while the Intel Xeon 6349P was released in February 2025.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 wins in rendering workloads, as shown by its consistent 1% leads across all Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 tests. It is also the stronger choice for encryption tasks, with a 22% advantage in data encryption, and for prime number calculations, with a 27.8% lead. Integer math favors the AMD by 15.1%, making it suitable for general computation, database operations, and productivity software. Data compression and random string sorting also go to the AMD, with leads of 2.5% and 8.7% respectively. Extended instructions show a 3.4% AMD advantage, and the multithread PassMark test gives the AMD a 1% edge.

The Intel Xeon 6349P wins decisively in single-threaded workloads, with a 24% lead in PassMark single-thread performance. This makes it well suited for applications that depend on high clock speeds, such as legacy software, certain games, or lightly threaded productivity tools. The physics test shows a 21.2% Intel advantage, indicating strength in simulation or physics-based workloads. Floating point math also favors Intel by 15.7%, which is relevant for scientific computing, financial modeling, and any task that relies heavily on floating point operations.

The overall benchmark counts reflect this split: 13 wins for AMD and 4 for Intel. The AMD part’s average benchmark score of 35802 places it in the 85th percentile, while the Intel’s 34890 places it in the 84th percentile. The nearest rival data confirms that both processors sit in a competitive cluster, with the Intel Xeon 6349P essentially tied with the AMD Ryzen 5 150 at a 0% delta, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 trades blows with the Intel Core 7 250H and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 at 0.2% deltas and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X at a 0.3% delta.

For a desktop user running a mix of productivity, rendering, and encryption workloads, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5845 is the more balanced option. For a server or workstation environment focused on single-threaded response time, floating point calculations, or physics simulations, the Intel Xeon 6349P offers targeted advantages that justify its selection despite losing the majority of benchmark tests.