AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a dominant performance profile for the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U across nearly every measured workload. Of the 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons, the AMD part claims 16 victories, with the Intel Core 5 211TE securing a single win in the PassMark physics test.

The largest margin of victory comes in PassMark integer math, where the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 88,339 against 33,991 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a delta of 159.9%. Single-threaded performance follows closely behind: the AMD chip posts 3,641 in PassMark single-thread, which is 158.6% ahead of Intel's 1,408. These two results indicate that the AMD processor holds a substantial per-core advantage that carries through to most workloads.

Cinebench results reinforce the same pattern. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 20,254 versus 12,201 for the Intel part, a 66% lead. Single-core Cinebench R23 shows 2,859 against 1,722, also a 66% delta. The consistency of that 66% figure across all six Cinebench tests (R15, R20, and R23, both single and multi-core variants) suggests a uniform clock-for-clock and architecture-level advantage rather than workload-specific behavior.

Data encryption shows the second-largest gap. The AMD chip scores 16,441 in PassMark data encryption, while the Intel part manages 7,231, a delta of 127.4%. Extended instructions follow at 122.1% (19,132 versus 8,615), and random string sorting at 123.1% (33,109 versus 14,838). Data compression shows a 104.3% delta (272,664 versus 133,434), while floating-point math sits at 94.1% (50,746 versus 26,150).

The single Intel win comes in PassMark physics, where the Core 5 211TE scores 1,278 against 1,174 for the AMD part, a delta of -8.1%. This is the only benchmark in the entire comparison where the Intel processor leads, and the margin is modest compared to the AMD leads elsewhere. The closest AMD victory is in PassMark find prime numbers, where the AMD chip scores 76 against 72, a slim 5.6% edge.

Aggregate scores place the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U at an average benchmark score of 32,233, roughly double the Intel Core 5 211TE's 15,370. The AMD chip sits in the 83rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the Intel part lands in the 69th percentile. Nearest rivals in the database for the AMD processor include the Intel Core i9-11900 at 32,226 average score (0% delta), the Intel Core i5-14400F at 32,279 (-0.1%), the Intel Core i7-12800H at 32,121 (0.3%), and the Intel Core i5-14400 at 32,115 (0.4%). The Intel Core 5 211TE's nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 at 15,477 (-0.7%), the AMD EPYC 7702P at 15,130 (1.6%), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15,682 (-2%), and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15,022 (2.3%).

The Verdict

The benchmark data delivers a clear verdict: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is the stronger processor in nearly every measured category. The 66% Cinebench multi-core advantage and the 158.6% single-thread PassMark lead indicate that the AMD part dominates both lightly threaded and heavily threaded workloads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has essentially one niche, the physics test, where it leads by 8.1%, but that single result does not offset the broad deficit elsewhere.

The AMD processor's average benchmark score of 32,233 places it alongside desktop parts like the Intel Core i9-11900 and Intel Core i5-14400F, both within 0.4% of its score. Those are established desktop processors, which contextualizes the AMD chip's capability despite its mobile market segment. The Intel Core 5 211TE, with an average score of 15,370, sits near the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U (15,682) and the Intel Core i3-1315U (15,022), both lower-tier parts.

For workloads that depend on integer math, encryption, compression, or single-thread responsiveness, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is the clear choice based on the recorded data. The Intel part's only defensible use case, strictly from the benchmarks, would be a scenario where the physics test score matters more than everything else, which is a narrow requirement.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U uses the Zen 4 architecture with the Hawk Point codename, built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The transistor count is listed at 25,000 million, and the die size is 178 mm². The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is fabricated on a 10 nm process at Intel, with a die size of 215 mm². The Intel part has no architecture field recorded in the database, but its codename and process node place it in Intel's recent product stack.

Core counts differ: the AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel processor has 10 cores and 16 threads. Despite having two additional cores, the Intel part does not translate that into a performance advantage in the recorded benchmarks. The AMD chip's cache layout uses 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3. The Intel part has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3.

The integrated graphics also differ. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U ships with the Radeon 780M, while the Intel Core 5 211TE includes UHD Graphics 730. Both processors support ECC memory, and both use a dual-channel memory bus. The AMD part supports DDR5 only, while the Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is higher on the AMD side at 89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s for Intel.

PCI Express support differs as well. The AMD processor provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel processor provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD part uses AMD Socket FP7, and the Intel part uses Intel Socket 1700. The AMD processor is classified as a mobile part, while the Intel processor is a desktop part. Both are listed as active production parts.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications recorded in the database. Clock speeds show the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U with a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The AMD part operates at a 28 W TDP, while the Intel part is rated at 45 W.

The AMD processor has 8 cores and 16 threads, compared to 10 cores and 16 threads for the Intel processor. Process node differs: 4 nm for AMD versus 10 nm for Intel. The AMD die size is 178 mm², and the Intel die size is 215 mm². Transistor count is recorded for the AMD part at 25,000 million, with no figure listed for the Intel part.

Cache configurations differ: the AMD chip uses 64 KB L1 per core, 1 MB L2 per core, and 16 MB shared L3. The Intel chip uses 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3. Memory support shows DDR5 for AMD versus DDR4 and DDR5 for Intel. Memory bandwidth is 89.6 GB/s for AMD versus 76.8 GB/s for Intel. PCIe generation and lane count differ: Gen 4 with 20 lanes for AMD versus Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel.

The integrated GPU differs (Radeon 780M versus UHD Graphics 730). The release date for the AMD processor is 2024-04-15, and for the Intel processor it is 2025-01-12. The Intel part has a recorded launch MSRP of $221. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP. The Intel part number is SRQDL; the AMD part numbers are 100-000001317 (FP7r2) and 100-000001377 (FP7). Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

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

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U leads substantially. In PassMark single-thread, it scores 3,641 versus 1,408 for the Intel Core 5 211TE, a 158.6% delta. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2,859 versus 1,722, a 66% delta.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 211TE win any benchmark?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark physics with a score of 1,278 against 1,174 for the AMD part, a delta of -8.1%. This is the only head-to-head test where the Intel processor leads.

Q: How do the two processors compare in multi-core rendering?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U scores 20,254 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core 5 211TE scores 12,201, a 66% advantage for AMD. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 8,506 versus 5,124, also a 66% delta.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, compared to 76.8 GB/s for the Intel Core 5 211TE. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The Intel Core 5 211TE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U wins in 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, making it the dominant choice for almost any workload category represented in the data. Its largest advantages appear in integer math (159.9% delta), single-thread PassMark (158.6%), data encryption (127.4%), random string sorting (123.1%), and extended instructions (122.1%). These results indicate that the AMD chip is particularly strong in compute-heavy tasks, encryption workloads, and applications that depend on high per-core throughput.

The AMD processor also wins all six Cinebench tests with a consistent 66% delta, covering both single-core and multi-core rendering scenarios. Data compression (104.3%), multithread PassMark (104.1%), and floating-point math (94.1%) all favor AMD by roughly double or near-double. The aggregate average benchmark score of 32,233 places the AMD part in a performance class that includes desktop processors like the Intel Core i9-11900 and Intel Core i5-14400F.

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins exactly one benchmark: PassMark physics, where it scores 1,278 versus 1,174 for AMD, an 8.1% margin. This is the only workload in the recorded data where the Intel processor demonstrates superiority. In absolute terms, the Intel part's average benchmark score of 15,370 places it near the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U and the Intel Core i3-1315U, which are lower-tier parts in the database.

For use-case planning based strictly on the data, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U is the appropriate choice for integer-heavy computation, encryption, data compression, floating-point math, and rendering workloads. The Intel Core 5 211TE offers no multi-core or single-core advantage in any other test, so its use case is limited to scenarios where the physics workload is the primary consideration. The Intel part does support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory and provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes, which may matter for platform-level considerations, but the benchmark performance data does not favor it outside the single physics result.