AMD Ryzen 9 270 vs Intel Core 9 273PQE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data presents a remarkably one-sided comparison. Across all 17 head-to-head benchmark entries, the Intel Core 9 273PQE records the higher score. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 does not secure a single win in any measured test. This is a sweeping result, though the size of the gap varies considerably by workload type.

The largest margins appear in compute-heavy tasks. In PassMark floating point math, the Intel part scores 125546 against 60122 for the AMD, a delta of 52.1% in favor of Intel. Prime number finding shows an even wider relative gap: Intel scores 198, AMD scores 88, a 55.6% difference. Physics simulation follows the same pattern, with Intel at 2754 and AMD at 1365, a 50.4% deficit for the Ryzen part. These are not marginal differences; they indicate a substantial performance class separation in mathematical and physics-based workloads.

Integer math also favors Intel heavily. The 164629 score from the Core 9 273PQE beats the 98266 from the Ryzen 9 270 by 40.3%. Data compression shows a similar 40% delta, with Intel at 585752 versus AMD at 351398. Encryption is closer in relative terms, though Intel still leads by 29.6% (29636 versus 20852). Extended instruction throughput favors Intel by 31%, with scores of 38743 and 26729 respectively.

Cinebench results are consistent across every version. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, Intel scores 39190, AMD scores 26438, a 32.5% advantage. The single-core R23 test shows the same 32.5% delta, with Intel at 5532 and AMD at 3732. Cinebench R20 and R15 repeat the pattern almost exactly: each multi-core and single-core pairing shows Intel ahead by 32.5% or 32.6%. This consistency across Cinebench versions suggests a stable architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The narrowest margins are in single-threaded PassMark tests and random string sorting. PassMark single thread shows Intel at 4573 versus AMD at 3784, a 17.3% lead. Random string sorting records the smallest gap of the entire set: Intel 53167, AMD 42819, a 19.5% delta. Even in these less demanding tasks, the Intel processor still maintains a clear edge.

Where Each One Wins

Given the sweep, the use-case split is straightforward. The Intel Core 9 273PQE leads in every benchmark category recorded in the database. No workload category favors the AMD Ryzen 9 270. The data does not support any scenario where the Ryzen part outperforms its rival based on the available measurements.

For heavily parallel workloads, the Intel advantage is pronounced. Multi-core Cinebench scores, PassMark multithread (46107 versus 29089, a 36.9% delta), and physics simulation all show Intel dominance. The 12-core, 24-thread configuration of the Core 9 273PQE appears to deliver more aggregate throughput than the 8-core, 16-thread Ryzen 9 270.

Single-threaded work still favors Intel, though by a smaller margin. The 17.3% lead in PassMark single thread and the 32.5% lead in Cinebench R23 single core indicate that Intel holds the per-core advantage as well. The boost clock difference is notable here: Intel lists a 5.90 GHz boost, AMD lists 5.20 GHz.

Memory-sensitive and storage-related workloads follow the same trend. Data compression and random string sorting both favor Intel, with the former showing a 40% delta. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part supports DDR5 only, yet both list a dual-channel memory bus and identical 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth.

The only area where the AMD processor shows any relative strength is in minimizing the gap. Random string sorting and single-threaded PassMark are its closest results. But "closest" still means a loss by roughly 17 to 20 percent. The Ryzen 9 270 does not win a single measured category.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to one clear conclusion: the Intel Core 9 273PQE is the stronger processor across every recorded test. The average benchmark score confirms this, with Intel at 66099 and AMD at 40246. The Intel part sits at the 93rd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the AMD part sits at the 87th percentile.

The Intel part also sits in stronger company among its nearest rivals. Its closest competitors include the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, which trails by 0.3%, and the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, which leads by 1.1%. The AMD Ryzen 9 270, by contrast, sits near the Intel Core i9-13905H (0.2% behind) and the Intel Xeon 6369P (0.2% behind). The competitive neighborhood of the Ryzen 9 270 is a tier below that of the Core 9 273PQE.

For multi-threaded rendering, simulation, or math-heavy work, the Intel part delivers roughly 30 to 50 percent more performance depending on the specific test. For single-threaded responsiveness, the Intel advantage is smaller but still consistent. The AMD processor offers a lower TDP of 45 watts versus 125 watts, and it comes in a mobile form factor with an integrated Radeon 780M GPU. Those characteristics matter for system design, but they do not change the performance ranking.

The recorded data does not show any scenario where the AMD Ryzen 9 270 outperforms the Intel Core 9 273PQE. Any purchasing decision based purely on these benchmarks would favor Intel. The AMD part's appeal would have to rest on factors outside the measured performance data, such as platform characteristics or power envelope, since the performance gap is universal across all 17 tests.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core Cinebench R23 score?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE scores 39190, while the AMD Ryzen 9 270 scores 26438. Intel leads by 32.5%.

Q: How large is the single-threaded performance gap?

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, Intel scores 5532 versus AMD's 3732, a 32.5% lead. In PassMark single thread, Intel leads by 17.3% (4573 versus 3784).

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 9 270 win any benchmark in the head-to-head data?

A: No. The Intel Core 9 273PQE wins all 17 recorded head-to-head tests.

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

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 has 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE supports ECC memory. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 does not.

Q: How do the two processors compare in average benchmark score and percentile ranking?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PQE has an average benchmark score of 66099 and ranks at the 93rd percentile. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 has an average score of 40246 and ranks at the 87th percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design lineages. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 uses Zen 4 architecture under the codename Hawk Point and belongs to the Ryzen 9 generation. It is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC with 25,000 million transistors and a die size of 178 mm². The Intel Core 9 273PQE uses the codename Bartlett Lake and belongs to the Core 9 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel, with no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

Cache layouts differ substantially. The AMD part provides 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel part provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The larger per-core caches and more than double the L3 capacity give Intel a structural advantage in cache-sensitive workloads.

The integrated graphics also differ. AMD includes a Radeon 780M, while Intel includes UHD Graphics 770. Neither part has an unlocked multiplier. The AMD part is classified as a mobile processor with part number 100-000001836, while the Intel part is a desktop processor with part number SA4Q9. The Intel part was released later, with a release date of 2026-03-08 compared to 2025-01-05 for the AMD part.

The production status for both is listed as active. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $589. The AMD part has no recorded launch MSRP.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ: Intel has 12 cores and 24 threads, AMD has 8 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 3.40 GHz for Intel and 4.00 GHz for AMD. Boost clocks are 5.90 GHz for Intel and 5.20 GHz for AMD. The AMD part starts with a higher base clock, but Intel has a higher boost ceiling.

Thermal design power differs significantly: Intel is rated at 125 watts, AMD at 45 watts. Sockets differ as well: Intel uses Socket 1700, AMD uses AMD Socket FP8. The Intel part supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the AMD part supports DDR5 only. Both use a dual-channel memory bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory support is present on Intel, absent on AMD.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. AMD provides Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. Process nodes differ: Intel uses 10 nm, AMD uses 4 nm. The AMD processor is built by TSMC. The Intel processor is built by Intel. The Intel part has a larger L3 cache at 36 MB shared versus 16 MB shared. Per-core L1 and L2 caches are also larger on Intel: 80 KB versus 64 KB L1, and 2 MB versus 1 MB L2.