AMD Ryzen 9 270 vs Intel Core 9 273PE Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has a significantly higher average benchmark score of 49845, placing it in the 90th percentile of all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 scores 40246 on average, which puts it in the 87th percentile.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 results?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE leads in both multi-core and single-core Cinebench R23 tests. It scores 31288 in multi-core versus 26438 for the AMD, and 4417 in single-core versus 3732 for the AMD.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 9 270 win any benchmark tests?

A: Yes, the AMD wins three of the head-to-head comparisons. It outperforms the Intel in PassMark extended instructions by 8.5%, and wins both PassMark single-thread tests by 3.7% with a score of 3784 versus 3650.

Q: What is the difference in processor core and thread counts?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 9 270 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel processor also has a higher boost clock of 5.70 GHz compared to 5.20 GHz on the AMD.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PE supports ECC memory, while the AMD Ryzen 9 270 does not. Both processors support dual-channel memory with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, but the Intel model also supports DDR4 in addition to DDR5.

Q: What is the release date and market segment for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 270 was released on January 5, 2025, and targets the mobile market segment. The Intel Core 9 273PE was released on March 8, 2026, and targets the desktop market segment. The Intel processor has a launch MSRP of $549.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 9 270 is built on TSMC's 4 nm process node using the Zen 4 architecture, codenamed Hawk Point. It integrates 25,000 million transistors on a 178 mm² die. The processor uses 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. It supports DDR5 memory only, with a dual-channel memory bus delivering 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU and features integrated Radeon 780M graphics.

The Intel Core 9 273PE comes from the Bartlett Lake codename and uses Intel's 10 nm process node. It has a different cache layout with 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and a larger 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also with a dual-channel bus and the same 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. It uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU and includes UHD Graphics 730 as its integrated solution.

The Intel chip operates on Intel Socket 1700 and is classified as a desktop part, while the AMD uses AMD Socket FP8 and is a mobile processor. The Intel part consumes more power with a 65 W TDP compared to 45 W on the AMD. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not supported on either platform. The Intel processor supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the AMD chip. The transistor count and die size for the Intel processor are not recorded in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PE dominates the head-to-head comparisons, winning 14 of the 17 recorded tests. The margin is consistent across Cinebench workloads, with the Intel leading by 15.5% in every Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 test, both multi-core and single-core. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel scores 31288 versus 26438 for the AMD, and in single-core it scores 4417 versus 3732.

PassMark results show a broader spread of margins. The largest Intel advantage appears in prime number finding, where it scores 203 versus 88 for the AMD, a 56.7% gap. Physics testing shows a similar pattern with the Intel at 3120 versus 1365, a 56.2% lead. Floating point math also favors the Intel heavily, with scores of 107884 versus 60122, a 44.3% difference. Integer math shows a 29.5% Intel advantage with scores of 139410 versus 98266.

The Intel processor also leads in multithread performance by 21%, scoring 36810 versus 29089. Data compression shows a 13.4% Intel advantage with 405885 versus 351398, and data encryption is 8.2% ahead at 22719 versus 20852. Random string sorting is a closer contest, with the Intel leading by 5.1% at 45098 versus 42819.

The AMD Ryzen 9 270 secures three wins. Its strongest result is in extended instructions, where it scores 26729 versus 24630 for the Intel, an 8.5% advantage. In single-thread tests, the AMD scores 3784 versus 3650 for the Intel, a 3.7% lead in both PassMark single-thread and single-threaded tests.

The Verdict

The data clearly favors the Intel Core 9 273PE for raw performance. Its average benchmark score of 49845 sits 23.8% above the AMD's 40246. The Intel processor wins 14 of 17 head-to-head tests and holds a higher percentile ranking at 90 versus 87. Every Cinebench test, regardless of core count or workload, shows the Intel leading by the same 15.5% margin.

The AMD Ryzen 9 270 retains advantages in specific areas: extended instructions and single-thread PassMark tests. Its 3.7% single-thread win in PassMark is notable, but the Intel counters with a 15.5% lead in Cinebench single-core tests. The Intel processor also delivers substantially higher results in floating point, integer math, and physics workloads, often by margins between 29.5% and 56.7%.

The Intel part targets desktop users with its Socket 1700, 65 W TDP, and ECC memory support. The AMD targets mobile systems with its FP8 socket and lower 45 W TDP. For desktop workloads where performance per thread and multi-core throughput matter, the Intel Core 9 273PE is the stronger choice based on the recorded benchmarks.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 9 270 | Intel Core 9 273PE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 12 |

| Threads | 16 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.30 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 5.70 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket FP8 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Zen 4 | Not recorded |

| Codename | Hawk Point | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 25,000 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 178 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB per core | 80 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB per core |

| L3 Cache | 16 MB shared | 36 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 20 Lanes | Gen 5, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon 780M | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2025-01-05 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $549 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 9 273PE wins in multi-threaded productivity workloads. Its 12 cores and 24 threads drive large margins in Cinebench multi-core tests, PassMark multithread, integer math, and floating point math. For data compression, encryption, prime number finding, and physics simulations, the Intel processor delivers results between 8.2% and 56.7% higher than the AMD. Desktop users running rendering, scientific computing, or database workloads will find the Intel part consistently faster.

The AMD Ryzen 9 270 wins in two narrow categories. Its PassMark single-thread score of 3784 edges out the Intel's 3650, a 3.7% advantage that applies to lightly threaded applications. The AMD also leads in PassMark extended instructions by 8.5%, which covers specialized instruction set workloads such as AVX-512 or similar extensions. The lower 45 W TDP also makes the AMD more suited for mobile platforms where power draw is a constraint.

The Intel part holds the overall performance crown, but the AMD remains competitive in specific single-thread scenarios and extended instruction workloads. The processor choice depends on whether the workload favors the Intel's core count and cache size or the AMD's higher single-thread PassMark result and lower power envelope.