AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Intel Core 5 211TE occupy very different positions in the desktop processor market, as evidenced by their aggregate scores. The AMD part records an average benchmark score of 75,779, placing it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel part averages 15,370, which lands in the 69th percentile. This gap is reflected across every single recorded benchmark comparison.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clean sweep. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D wins all 15 recorded benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Core 5 211TE records zero wins. The margins are substantial across every category.

In multi-threaded rendering, Cinebench R23 multicore shows the AMD processor scoring 42,018 against the Intel's 12,201, a delta of 244.4%. The older Cinebench R15 multicore test shows an even larger relative gap, with scores of 6,536 versus 1,229, a 431.8% advantage for AMD. The single-core results are closer but still favor AMD. Cinebench R23 singlecore records 2,259 for AMD versus 1,722 for Intel, a 31.2% lead. Cinebench R15 singlecore shows 350 versus 173, a 102.3% delta.

The PassMark suite amplifies the differences. The largest margin appears in the find prime numbers test, where AMD scores 613 against Intel's 72, a 751.4% delta. Extended instructions shows a 747.5% advantage (73,011 versus 8,615). Integer math delivers 243,209 versus 33,991, a 615.5% lead. Data compression shows 908,421 versus 133,434, a 580.8% delta. Random string sorting follows at 543.1% (95,423 versus 14,838). Data encryption posts 44,536 versus 7,231, a 515.9% margin. Floating point math shows 159,724 versus 26,150, a 510.8% delta. The PassMark multithread score is 70,255 versus 11,685, a 501.2% lead. Physics simulation shows 5,670 versus 1,278, a 343.7% delta. Single-thread performance in PassMark records 4,737 versus 1,408, a 236.4% advantage.

The data indicates that the AMD processor is not merely faster in specific workloads; it dominates in every measured category. The smallest relative win, the 31.2% lead in Cinebench R23 singlecore, still represents a clear performance tier separation. The largest wins, approaching or exceeding 750% in some PassMark subtests, indicate fundamental differences in computational throughput per clock and per core.

Architecture Differences

The two processors use fundamentally different designs. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is built on the Zen 5 architecture with the Granite Ridge codename, part of the 9000 series. It uses a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename, built on a 10 nm process at Intel's own foundry.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The AMD part provides 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Intel part provides 10 cores and 16 threads. This structural difference directly explains the large multicore deltas observed in Cinebench R23 and PassMark multithread tests.

Cache configurations also diverge. Both processors use 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: AMD uses 1 MB per core, while Intel uses 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache shows the largest structural gap. AMD provides 128 MB of L3 cache, while Intel offers 20 MB shared. The AMD processor's larger L3 capacity supports its higher data compression and encryption scores.

Clock speeds reflect the different power envelopes. The AMD processor has a base clock of 4.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Intel processor has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The AMD part's higher clocks, combined with more cores, drive its advantages in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

The transistor counts and die sizes tell a story of manufacturing complexity. The AMD processor integrates 16,630 million transistors across a die size of 2x 70.6 mm². The Intel processor's transistor count is not recorded, but its die size is 215 mm². The AMD processor's dual-die design with a smaller process node enables higher transistor density.

Memory support differs. The AMD processor supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel bus and a recorded bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, with a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs. AMD provides Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while Intel provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The AMD processor includes Radeon Graphics as integrated graphics, while the Intel part uses UHD Graphics 730.

The AMD processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the Intel processor does not. The production status for both is active. The AMD processor carries part number 100-000000719, while the Intel part uses SRQDL.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports a clear separation of roles. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D delivers benchmark results that place it in the 95th percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 75,779. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755 at 75,738 (0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9755X3D at 75,716 (0.1% delta), the AMD EPYC 8224P at 75,582 (0.3% delta), and the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 at 75,488 (0.4% delta). This cluster of scores indicates that the 9950X3D sits at the top of the desktop performance hierarchy, trading places with high-end workstation and server parts within a narrow band.

The Intel Core 5 211TE, with an average score of 15,370, sits in the 69th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the AMD EPYC 7543 at 15,477 (-0.7% delta), the AMD EPYC 7702P at 15,130 (1.6% delta), the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15,682 (-2% delta), and the Intel Core i3-1315U at 15,022 (2.3% delta). This indicates the 211TE competes with entry-level server processors and mobile-class chips, not with flagship desktop parts.

The data shows the AMD processor is the choice for workloads that demand maximum throughput. The 244.4% lead in Cinebench R23 multicore and the 501.2% lead in PassMark multithread confirm it handles heavily parallel tasks with a large margin. The Intel processor, with its 45 W TDP and lower clocks, targets scenarios where power draw and heat output are primary constraints. Its 10 cores and 16 threads still provide a functional multi-threaded baseline, but the recorded scores show it operates in a different performance class.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field.

• Cores: AMD 16, Intel 10.
• Threads: AMD 32, Intel 16.
• Base Clock: AMD 4.30 GHz, Intel 1.70 GHz.
• Boost Clock: AMD 5.70 GHz, Intel 4.80 GHz.
• TDP: AMD 170 W, Intel 45 W.
• Socket: AMD Socket AM5, Intel Socket 1700.
• Process Node: AMD 4 nm (TSMC), Intel 10 nm (Intel foundry).
• L2 Cache: AMD 1 MB per core, Intel 1.25 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: AMD 128 MB, Intel 20 MB (shared).
• Memory Support: AMD DDR5, Intel DDR4 and DDR5.
• Memory Bandwidth: AMD 89.6 GB/s, Intel 76.8 GB/s.
• PCIe: AMD Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), Intel Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).
• Integrated Graphics: AMD Radeon Graphics, Intel UHD Graphics 730.
• Multiplier Unlocked: AMD yes, Intel no.
• Die Size: AMD 2x 70.6 mm², Intel 215 mm².
• Transistors: AMD 16,630 million, Intel not recorded.
• Launch MSRP: AMD $699, Intel $221.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D records an average benchmark score of 75,779, while the Intel Core 5 211TE records 15,370.

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

A: In Cinebench R23 multicore, the AMD processor scores 42,018 versus 12,201 for Intel, a 244.4% advantage. In PassMark multithread, the scores are 70,255 versus 11,685, a 501.2% delta.

Q: What is the smallest recorded performance margin between the two?

A: The smallest delta is in Cinebench R23 singlecore, where AMD scores 2,259 against Intel's 1,722, a 31.2% lead.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and the Intel Core 5 211TE record ECC memory support as true.

Q: What are the memory bandwidth specifications?

A: The AMD processor records 89.6 GB/s with dual-channel DDR5 support. The Intel processor records 76.8 GB/s with dual-channel support for DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do the L3 cache sizes compare?

A: The AMD processor has 128 MB of L3 cache, while the Intel processor has 20 MB shared L3 cache.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D wins in every recorded benchmark category. The data shows its largest advantages in compute-heavy PassMark subtests: find prime numbers (751.4% delta), extended instructions (747.5%), integer math (615.5%), and data compression (580.8%). These results indicate workloads involving heavy arithmetic, cryptographic operations, and compression algorithms benefit most from the AMD processor's combination of 16 cores, 32 threads, 128 MB L3 cache, and higher clock speeds.

The Intel Core 5 211TE does not win any recorded benchmark. Its role in the database is defined by its specification profile rather than its benchmark results. It uses a 45 W TDP, which is 125 W lower than the AMD part's 170 W TDP. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, offering platform flexibility that the AMD part does not provide, since the AMD processor supports DDR5 only. The Intel processor also uses a smaller 10-core, 16-thread configuration, which suits lighter workloads, though the recorded data does not show any test where this configuration outperforms the AMD part.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the AMD processor still leads, with a 236.4% delta in PassMark single-thread and a 31.2% delta in Cinebench R23 singlecore. The Intel processor's closest relative performance appears in single-core tests, where the gap narrows compared to multi-threaded workloads, but it never closes.

The data indicates that the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D is positioned for maximum computational throughput, while the Intel Core 5 211TE is positioned as a lower-power, lower-core-count option with broader memory compatibility. The recorded benchmarks do not show any workload where the Intel processor takes the lead.